He's in Detective Conan, and he's the mastermind behind everything.

If he's referring to Mamoru Ishida, then it doesn't matter;

If he's referring to something else, does he know some of Kiyoko Yukimatsu's secrets?

Thinking of this, Amuro Tooru's idea of ​​making the first battle a decisive one faded. He decided not to strain his relationship with these people too much, as it would be inconvenient for future actions, and sighed softly:

"That restaurant is probably packed by now, how about we..."

just forget it.

Amuro Tooru wanted to say that, but before he could utter those words, Vermouth gave him a cold glance:

"Going directly to the hotel is fine too. I'll take the afternoon off."

Damn bourbon!

I never imagined you were such a scumbag!

Vermouth was filled with hatred and couldn't hold back any longer, so she beat Bourbon up severely at noon today!

But as soon as she said that, Amuro Tooru immediately released her hand as if he had been electrocuted, a look of shock flashing in his eyes:

Oh no, I must have used too much force and made this girl give up on herself!

Amuro Tooru quickly took a step back. If he were to take advantage of this opportunity to book a room, he would truly be a beast.

Seeing Vermouth's surprised look, Amuro Tooru smiled slightly and gave her a shallow bow:

“Miss Kiyoko, I think Mr. Kudo makes a lot of sense. Since you are both sincere to each other, what are you still hesitating about? External obstacles are just tests. As long as you work together, you will eventually overcome them.”

His voice was quite loud, and even Sonoko Suzuki on the other side and the onlookers on the periphery could hear it.

Their reactions were quite similar; like Vermouth, they froze in place.

No.

Is this a sign of things taking a turn for the better?

The rude, blond-haired guy who used to steal someone's love has suddenly become a friendly stranger who helps test people's feelings?

Everyone was bewildered, but Amuro Tooru remained calm and handed Vermouth a business card:

"My main job is as a private investigator, so I'm quite familiar with this kind of test. That's why I acted that way just now, all to help you, Miss Kiyoko, understand your own heart. It seems to have worked quite well."

Vermouth was completely lost in thought at that moment, showing no intention of reaching out to take the business card, so Amuro Tooru took the initiative and put it in her school uniform pocket:

"I also accept all kinds of other requests. Miss Kiyoko, you can contact me if you need anything."

After speaking, Amuro Tooru turned and left, clapping his hands in the process.

May all lovers in the world be united in marriage!

The stunned onlookers' eyes lit up upon hearing this, and they began to applaud and cheer loudly, as this was the part they most wanted to see.

"Together!"

"Together!"

"Together!"

Amidst the commotion, Shinichi Kudo slowly awoke, his gaze naturally falling in the direction she had left.

What he saw

To his surprise and delight

It was the person he had been longing for, and he happened to turn around and look at her.

Eyes meet.

………………

The wheel of time turned rapidly. At nine o'clock in the evening, after much preamble while dragging Ran shopping, Sonoko Suzuki finally recounted what had happened at noon that day, after carefully choosing her words. Ran remained silent for a long time.

After a short while, he smiled slightly:

"They really are a perfect match."

Sonoko Suzuki's eyes were filled with complex emotions, her mind racing with countless thoughts. With a determined bite, she took out her phone.

"I'll get in touch with Shuiyue Yingsheng for you!"

Chapter 146 The Nighttime Shopping and Chat with My Best Friend at Lan Garden

Snapped--!

Ran grasped Sonoko Suzuki's hand firmly, her gaze calm:

"Sonoko, what kind of person do you take me for?"

"is not what it means!"

Sonoko quickly shook her head: "I just... I just felt that you might need some comfort."

"So you also think I'm the type who can't live without a man's attention?"

"Absolutely not!"

At this moment, Sonoko wished she could throw her phone away. She realized that she had done a lot of unnecessary things this afternoon and right now!

"I just……"

Sonoko's eyes showed worry: "I'm a little worried about you."

Xiaolan let go of her friend's hand, a bright smile spreading across her face. She hugged her best friend tightly, buried her face in her hair, and took a deep breath.

"what--

I knew Sonoko was the best, but don't worry, you said I'm different now, right? That's right, I've become stronger.

Besides, with Sonoko by his side, he doesn't need Shinichi or Suigetsu-kun at all.

Having you is enough; we will always be together.

Feeling the warmth in front of her, Sonoko's worried gaze softened, and she gently hugged Ran's back.

"Yes, Xiaolan, we will be together forever, I will never leave."

Under the streetlights on the street corner, the two embraced quietly, ignoring the people coming and going around them, who never disturbed the tranquil world separated by the gentle light.

a long time……

Ran gently stood up: "Hmm... Sonoko, you're so kind, but saying you'll never leave is not okay either. You'll have a boyfriend in the future. Besides, that would spoil me. I need to learn to live independently."

"Hmph, who wants a boyfriend? I'm happy as long as I'm with Xiaolan."

Sonoko took Ran's left hand and blinked:

"Is that matter over yet?"

Xiaolan sighed softly, "It's not a cartoon book, how can you just turn the page like that?"

"Oh, that……"

"But you can continue shopping now."

"Okay!"

Sonoko immediately cheered, but then suddenly remembered something, looked down and saw Ran covering her mouth and giggling.

"Fine!" Sonoko pouted angrily, "Ran, you've really gone astray."

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry." Ran shook Sonoko's hand and took a step forward. "Because Sonoko is so, so good to me, I want to cheer her up. Don't worry about me, it's nothing."

"really?"

"fake."

"..."

Sonoko was speechless: "Ran, I don't mean to bring up that guy, but it seems like you've really caught his influence."

"Infectious things, that sounds so strange." Xiaolan chuckled softly, "But Shuiyue-kun did teach me a lot."

He told me not to look at things superficially, to abandon my anxiety, fear, and inferiority complex, to become truly independent, and not to live for anyone's expectations or gaze, but only for myself.

Although there are still many things I can't do, I should have improved compared to the past...

Xiaolan seemed a little unsure about this, and turned her head to look at Yuanzi:

"Is it right?"

Sonoko sighed helplessly, "Of course I've grown. If you hadn't asked me that question, it would mean I've grown even more."

"I see...that makes sense!" Xiaolan nodded emphatically. "I will continue to work hard!"

"........."

Sonoko rolled her eyes: "Mizuki Hotaru, that guy does seem to be doing alright from your perspective, but..." She paused, "Can I say that? Or is it just shopping?"

"Of course you can. Sonoko wants to know what Mizuki-kun really thinks of me, right?"

"Yes."

"The answer is the same as last time."

"Last time?"

Sonoko paused for a second, then suddenly realized, "You said you couldn't see what he was thinking, so you weren't just making excuses for me."

"Of course not, Mizuki-kun is inherently difficult to understand, Sonoko, you..."

Well, from what I can see right now, I probably don't hold much of a place in Mizuki-kun's heart. Even if he were to like someone named Ran Mouri, it would likely be the fully grown-up version of me, not the current me.

Although Ran changed the subject, Sonoko immediately noticed and pouted slightly.

"What Xiaolan was trying to say was that I should know him well, that he's an unfathomable guy, right?"

“Gome Nassai…”

"snort.

Actually, before his lies burst, I thought I was seeing the real him, but after that day..." Sonoko covered her face helplessly, "To be honest, I still can't quite believe what men say."

Xiaolan, do you know that my sister and I were estranged for a while after that, because it was awkward whenever we met?