The Detective Conan's Luck-Changer: Ran Begs for Mercy at the Start

The garden was somewhat smug.

But the moment she opened her mouth, along with her tone, she instantly shattered the celestial aura she had created.

"Alright, Sonoko, stop blocking the way at the entrance."

Xiaolan was already used to her best friend's personality, so she smiled helplessly and then led Sonoko into the banquet hall on the first floor of the Sakura Hotel.

The observant Ran had already noticed that no one present seemed to have noticed Izuki Shigeta.

It seems that Izuki Shigeta used some kind of magical ability to deliberately keep a low profile and avoid being observed.

Izuki Karuta rarely takes the initiative to participate in or attend banquets.

This time, they've surprisingly come to join in the fun; there must be something important going on!

Xiao Lan didn't want to cause any trouble for Yi Zhu Qing Tian.

The actual situation was pretty much as Xiaolan had predicted.

The reason why Izuki Karuta is here today is that he has received a highly rewarding commission.

At the same time, there was also some curiosity about the princess of the Kingdom of Vespania who was about to arrive.

Especially the princess's background.

The stage was already set up, with a long table covered by a white cloth and several luxurious chairs. Security was tight around the venue.

The princess had not yet arrived, and the guests were talking to familiar faces.

Many of them were also attracted to Ran and Sonoko's beauty and tried to strike up a conversation with them.

As soon as I got close, I felt a chill run down my spine, panicked, and my legs went weak. I quickly put some distance between us.

Some did manage to get close.

For example, Kogoro Mouri and Conan.

That's not surprising.

With Conan's help, Kogoro Mouri has already gained a certain reputation in deduction, so he naturally receives invitations.

Kogoro Mouri also loves attending these banquets where there's free food and drinks.

With delicious food and fine wine, plus beautiful women to admire, how could anyone miss out on such a wonderful opportunity?

"Hey, Yizhu, how come you've hooked up with another beauty?"

Kogoro Mouri nudged Karuta Itake with his elbow, "Aren't you afraid Ran will get jealous?"

Izuki Karuta was somewhat amused and exasperated. She pointed at Sonoko and asked, "Uncle, you really don't recognize who this is?"

Upon hearing this, Kogoro Mouri stared at Sonoko from left to right, but still couldn't recognize her.

Conan's voice rang out, "That's Sonoko-neechan, Uncle, are you getting presbyopia? You haven't recognized her after all this time."

Kogoro Mouri was immediately embarrassed and gave Conan a flick on the forehead. "Of course I can see that! I don't need you to remind me, you brat."

"Just playing along, to make the show more entertaining. You clueless brat!"

Conan was in so much pain that his eyes welled up with tears. He held his head in his hands, looking utterly aggrieved.

Afterwards, Kogoro Mouri asked Sonoko if she had undergone plastic surgery, as she looked different from before.

Izuki Shizuta chuckled inwardly.

No wonder Kogoro Mouri didn't recognize him.

In the past, the garden always wore those headbands that ruined her appearance.

Now, nourished by spiritual energy, her entire demeanor is completely different, and she's even wearing a formal dress.

"What plastic surgery? How rude of you!"

Sonoko retorted irritably, "Uncle, I've always been naturally beautiful, okay!"

"It's just that they've been keeping it under control before."

Kogoro Mouri rolled his eyes repeatedly upon hearing this.

I just can't believe that the gossipy, impulsive, and carefree girl from before has suddenly become such a beauty.

Just then, the lights in the venue suddenly went out.

On stage, the host announced in a loud voice: "Distinguished guests, thank you for waiting!"

"Please give a warm round of applause to our surprise guest today!"

"Princess Mira of the Kingdom of Vespania has entered!"

As applause erupted, the red curtain on the side of the stage was drawn back.

Princess Mila, dressed in magnificent attire, appeared before the crowd and slowly walked towards her seat in the center of the stage.

She was adorned with gold and silver jewelry, which shone dazzlingly under the stage lights.

However, the princess seemed to be in a bad mood, with a cold face and her head slightly lowered, as if her attention was focused on the tablecloth.

Then, as usual, the host asked questions, such as what they thought of visiting after the cherry blossoms had fallen, and their personal preferences.

Princess Mira remained silent.

Instead, the man sitting next to him spoke on his behalf.

Offstage

Conan exclaimed in surprise, "Princess Mira looks exactly like Ran!"

Although Aoko and Ran look quite alike, they are only about 80% similar.

Princess Mira looks exactly like Xiao Lan, even their hairstyles are identical.

They looked as if they were made from the same mold.

"The world is so big, it's normal for people to look alike."

Kogoro glanced at it, "Besides, Ran wouldn't show that kind of expression."

Although they look alike, Princess Mila's demeanor is noticeably more aloof and reserved.

He looks like someone used to being superior, giving off an impression of being aloof and arrogant.

This is the complete opposite of the seemingly approachable Xiaolan.

Sonoko joked, "Ran, so you really are a princess."

"I think that if he just changes his clothes, even the officials of the Kingdom of Vespania won't recognize him."

Kogoro Mouri's eyes lit up immediately: "If Ran is a princess, then wouldn't I be the princess's father, which is to say, the king?"

Then he looked at Conan and said, "Hey kid, you usually like watching TV and reading newspapers so much."

"Tell me, how much money does this so-and-so kingdom have?"

Conan rolled his eyes, somewhat reluctant to answer.

You can see Kogoro Mouri raising his fist.

He quickly said, "Ahem, a large quantity of rare minerals has recently been discovered within the Kingdom of Vespania, and many countries are vying to buy them at a price as high as 1.4."

Kogoro Mouri got even more excited: "Doesn't that mean this kingdom will have lots and lots of money in the future!"

Sonoko couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"Uncle, you don't really want Xiaolan to replace Princess Mira, do you?"

"Even if it were a case of switching the prince with a cat, it's impossible for them to publicly admit that you, Uncle, are the princess's father."

"Moreover, minerals can bring wealth, or they can bring the danger of war."

As she spoke, Sonoko lowered her voice: "I've heard that the political situation in the Kingdom of Vespania is unstable, and there are reactionaries within it."

"Princess Mira could be ousted from the throne at any time, and then you, as her father, will probably be exiled as well."

Kogoro Mouri's hopes were dashed, and he pouted, "What a spoilsport."

As Izuki Shigeta listened to their conversation, a faint smile appeared on her lips.

Kogoro Mouri's fantasy is not actually impossible...

Chapter 263 The Princess's Exclamation, A Conversation in the Dark

"Does Your Highness wish to visit any tourist attractions?"

"Does Your Highness have any favorite foods from Japan?"

"Excuse me……"

This continued until all the questions prepared by the host had been asked.

Princess Mira remained silent, sitting motionless on the luxurious chair like a soulless puppet.

Instead, it was the blond man named Earl Keith sitting next to her who answered the question in place of Princess Mira.

However, those answers were clearly prepared in advance, very formulaic, and lacked any substance.

Some guests with access to more information were already discussing the possibility that the young princess was being sidelined and that power was slipping from the Kingdom of Vespania.