Detective Conan: I, with my magical powers, am going to destroy the world!

“Ah,” Somei Shogo belatedly introduced, “this is my employee, Hisazumi Maiko, who will be working with me on the program for the time being.”

"programme?"

Chi Chufeng knew from the business card that it was about producing television programs and assumed that it was a commission.

However, I doubt that production company is doing well either. Could they afford my commission fee?

“Yes,” Somei Shogo said somewhat awkwardly in the face of Aka Chufeng’s questioning gaze, “It’s a special program in collaboration with Tokyo TV, where you have 24-hour contact with celebrities, and it will be broadcast on Monday nights at 9 pm during prime time.”

"You want to film me 24/7?" Chi Chufeng asked in surprise.

"Well, there are already many shows that feature in-depth interviews with detectives, so I was thinking, how about filming Lord Akaso..."

Chi Chufeng curled his lip, thinking about the cameras following him 24/7, it seemed like there was a bit too little privacy...

Moreover, even though it's said to be 24-hour full contact, the footage needed to actually film it won't just be shot in one day, which is a huge problem.

After thinking for a while, Chi Chufeng still declined, saying, "I don't want to participate in such a program for the time being."

Shogo Somei looked disappointed, but still politely asked, "Um, I heard that you also run an entertainment company, and Yoko Okino works there. Could we invite her to participate in our program?"

"Invite her?" Chi Chufeng thought for a moment and said, "Don't you always hire famous detectives? Why would you need to invite Yoko Okino?"

Somei Shogo said somewhat awkwardly, "It's like this, we were planning to invite Detective Mouri to our program, but he said he would only agree if Yoko Okino participated."

Chi Chufeng's face immediately darkened, and he looked at the other party coldly: "I don't like people scheming against my woman. I hope you won't have such thoughts again in the future, otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite."

Shogo Somei was startled and hurriedly stood up and bowed. "I'm sorry, that's not what I meant. I was just asking."

"Get lost." Chi Chufeng waved his hand.

Somei Shogo hurriedly went out.

Maiko Kuzumi also bowed and said, "I'm sorry, Lady Akatsuchi, our president didn't mean it that way. Please forgive him."

Chi Chufeng glanced at her and said indifferently, "What great things can a man like this, who relies on women to attract guests, achieve?"

Hisazumi Maiko's lips moved, but she said nothing, and took her leave.

Chapter 526: They're actually using the name of an Onmyoji?

At the Mori Detective Agency, Uncle Mori looked at the young couple in front of him and couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

"Detective Mori?" Somei Shogo hesitantly called out to the dazed man, "What's your decision?"

"Oh," the uncle said casually as he sipped the coffee Ran had made and continued flipping through the proposal, "Kogoro Mouri's Complete Contact 24 Hours... It's a good program, but does he have to follow me around 24 hours a day?"

“Don’t worry,” Shogo Somei said quickly, seeing that things seemed promising. “If you don’t want the camera to film, we can remove it. We’ll also let you check it before it’s broadcast, and we can cut out any parts that are not good.”

But...

The uncle looked bitter and was about to say something when Conan and Ran, who were watching the scene, discussed it: "But we haven't received any requests lately, right, Ran-neechan?"

“Yeah,” Xiaolan chimed in, ignoring the uncle’s expression. “They’re drinking beer and listening to horse racing live during the day, and playing mahjong all night. It would be difficult to do a close-up interview.”

"Don't you...don't you have a job?"

"Not at all, it's just a coincidence now."

All eyes were on Uncle Mori, making him sweat profusely. Embarrassed, he quickly chuckled and glared at Conan and the other man.

“Um,” Somei Shogo interrupted, “Detective Mouri, I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but Ms. Yoko will also be participating in this program…”

When Maiko Hisazumi heard this, she was startled and quickly glanced at Shogo Somei.

Somei Shogo, however, showed no reaction.

"Really?!" Uncle Mori's eyes widened. "Miss Yoko is here too?"

"Yes, we'll see you at the program's launch event."

"I agreed!"

Before Somei Shogo could finish speaking, the uncle stood up abruptly, overjoyed, and quickly seized the opportunity.

Downstairs, in the car.

Maiko Kuzumi asked Shogo Somei, "What are you talking about? We didn't make an appointment with Yoko Okino at all!"

“It’s alright, I’ve already thought it through,” Somei Shogo said. “I will use Lord Akaso’s name to invite Ms. Okino Yoko to participate in the program. I think Lord Akaso is so busy that he probably won’t pay much attention to the company.”

"I'm afraid it's not right to deceive Lord Akatsuchi," Maiko Hisazumi said with some concern.

“Our filming will be quick. All that’s needed is for Yoko Okino to show up for an hour or two, have a meal with Detective Mouri, and have a chat. In short, anything is possible.”

Somei Shogo said excitedly, "With Detective Mouri and Ms. Okino Yoko, this program is sure to have high ratings."

“But,” Maiko Kuzumi asked, “what about Yoko Okino’s appearance fee?”

“Of course, installment payments are the way to go. Ms. Yoko Okino should be able to understand our predicament.” Shogo Somei pointed to the billboards on the street. “If all else fails, I’ll go there.”

You can't do that.

Maiko Hisazumi was startled, because it was a loan advertisement for a financial company, and Maiko Hisazumi meant that she wanted to borrow money at high interest rates to make ends meet.

"It's okay, you can pay it back within a month. There's plenty of time. I believe that these two celebrities, Detective Mouri and Ms. Yoko Okino, can bring high ratings to our program."

Shogo Somei spoke lightly, but there was still a hint of heaviness in his voice.

There were some things he had been keeping from Maiko Hisazumi; in fact, he had already borrowed money from loan sharks.

Inside the room, Chi Chufeng frowned slightly.

They actually dared to use the name of Onmyoji; they really have the audacity.

He curled his lips into a cold smile.

The next day, at the program production company, Shogo Somei said to Maiko Kuzumi, "Mr. Nakame wants you to go to his apartment at five o'clock."

Maiko Kuzumi frowned and asked, "Isn't the schedule supposed to be a meeting with Detective Mouri at the apartment at 6 PM?"

Somei Shogo, not daring to look Hisazumi Maiko in the eye, said, "Going early probably means there's something to prepare."

Maiko Hisazumi nodded.

Somei Shogo returned to his office, made a phone call, and said, "I've done as you said. Will my show be able to air? I've staked everything I have, and I even borrowed money from loan sharks."

Across from him, Nakame Raisetsu chuckled and said, "Don't worry, as long as you satisfy me, I'll let your show go."

Outside the door, Hisazumi Maiko covered her mouth, tears streaming down her face.

Around 5 p.m., dark clouds gathered and a sudden downpour began.

Nakame Raisetsu Apartment Building.

As soon as Maiko Hisazumi got on the elevator, Raisaku Nakame excitedly started talking through the doorbell system.

"Ah, Miss Maiko, you've arrived."

"Yes."

"Did you come alone? It's so windy and rainy, you must have had a long journey."

"Fortunately."

"Miss Maiko, what would you like to drink? I'll prepare it for you right away. I have some here..."

"Coffee, any kind of coffee."

"Miss Maiko, do you like desserts? I think all ladies like them, right? I went to Ginza recently and bought the most popular cheesecake right now. Do you like it?"

"Whatever, I've arrived."

"Oh? Oh, I'll open the door right away."

Chapter 527 He was so scared that he jumped off the building.

Nakame Raisaku welcomed Hisazumi Maiko into the room.

"Miss Maiko, please, please come in. Oh, you're really all alone? Come, this is my reception room. Please have a seat and I'll bring you some coffee right away."

"No need, Mr. Nakame Raisaku, let's get straight to the point. Mr. Mori will be here in less than an hour."

"It's okay, there's no rush."

Nakame Raisaku pointed to the pastries on the table. "Miss Maiko, the coffee is being ground, please wait a moment. This is a cake that we just bought, please try it."

"Thank you," Maiko Hisazumi said politely, but did not make a move.

Nakame Raisetsu frowned and asked, "Miss Maiko, why aren't you eating? It's delicious."

“I have no appetite, Mr. Nakame. All I can think about right now is the show.”

"Don't rush, Miss Maiko. Let's have some coffee and dessert while we discuss this."

Nakame Raisaku's face was filled with a nauseating hypocrisy.

Hisazumi Maiko felt an urge to punch someone.

"Ah, the coffee is almost ready, I'll go get it."

Nakame Raisetsu brought over the coffee. "Miss Maiko, this is freshly ground coffee. Please have a taste."

"Thank you."