Phantom Thief of Heart!but conan

Chapter 897 Mizunashi Reina: Kumer the Harmful One

"That's really special treatment." Tokatsu Junya glanced at the dressing room where there was no one else, and said meaningfully.

He understood the reason. Goro Akechi had a good relationship with the TV station, but as a guest on the same show, he was treated differently, so he should be unhappy.

"No need to introduce yourself for now, otherwise we'll have to do it all over again in front of the camera, and no one can stand it." Koshimizu Nanatsuki waved her hand casually, "So Akechi Goro is the famous detective representing the East? He's quite impressive, but he's not qualified enough to directly represent the East."

"It's really not enough," Hattori Heiji glanced at the contestants who were quite qualified in terms of facts but were unable to participate, "so the program team designed an extra segment. After the segment is completed at the TV station, they will leave for the location shooting..."

However, what kind of scenery requires going through the port dock...

But don’t say that the program crew spent a lot of money to find an island or something.

Perhaps because the previous times he went to the island did not produce any good results, Hattori Heiji had a bad feeling when he heard that he had to go out to sea again.

"You seem to be quite familiar with the process." Nanatsuki Koshimizu glanced at him from the corner of her eye. "The production team is unwilling to give me the specific process and script. It's really unfair."

"There will be a PD following the filming to tell you all this." Hattori Heiji answered dryly and looked at the time.

There is still some time before the show officially starts filming, and none of his official targets have shown up yet.

"As expected, he is the most famous among us. He is indeed very experienced in society."

"Okay, then wait a moment. When they are done, someone will have to come and make arrangements for us."

Hattori Heiji really wanted to run to Goro Akechi's dressing room next door to see what kind of interaction he would have with Rena Mizunashi if they came into contact. However, after the other two detectives expressed their feelings, they each found a makeup mirror and sat down. Some played games, some listened to music, and they all looked relaxed. He couldn't get up and leave without permission for the time being, so he had to continue sitting there awkwardly.

"Although it's just a variety show and not a formal competition, I still want to participate in a project that's a little exciting." Hattori Heiji complained in a low voice.

To be honest, he has not been on many TV shows, but he has had a lot of interactions with the media during his kendo competitions.

If he must compete in front of the camera, exciting competitions can better stimulate his potential.

Conan, who fully sensed Hattori Heiji's restlessness, stood up and skillfully used an innocent childish voice: "Hattori-san, is there a bathroom here? I want to go."

Hattori Heiji understood what he meant and suppressed his shock, and replied, "It should be on the other side of the corridor. Don't run around. If you can't find the way, remember to check with the staff in time."

Conan agreed and as soon as he walked out the door, he turned around and ran to the dressing room next door.

Unlike them who were ignored, there were people coming in and out of the dressing room next door.

The door of the dressing room was clearly labeled with Goro Akechi's name and was decorated with exquisite wreaths and ornaments. There were even some paper bags and dolls piled in front of the door, which looked like gifts sent by fans to the TV station.

...He looks exactly like a celebrity. He used to go with his mother to certain media interviews, and his mother's dressing room looked pretty much like this.

Although Conan already knew how popular Goro Akechi is now, he still couldn't help but be shocked every time he saw an unexpected scene.

He walked through the half-open door and saw several people standing in Goro Akechi's dressing room, surrounding Goro Akechi and talking.

The familiar makeup artist May, and Toru Amuro who acts as his agent, in addition, there is a person with a work badge hanging on his chest who is holding a thick stack of papers and confirming something with him.

"As for leaving the studio and going to the special island, we will definitely ensure your personal safety. These are also the contents that have been implemented in the contract. You can rest assured."

Goro Akechi, who was sitting there letting the makeup artist behind him work on his face, kept his head in the right direction and replied calmly, "If I remember correctly, all the guests are underage and refuse to be accompanied by their guardians. This responsibility is very heavy."

"Of course, of course. Don't worry, it's not a dangerous place..."

Conan's eyes twitched, and he fully felt the unfairness of the treatment.

Mingzhi not only heard the entire process of the program, but also had to coax him into agreeing to the specific steps of the execution, as if they were afraid of causing him any dissatisfaction. However, they didn't even have the opportunity to know the specific details...

His eyes were twitching when footsteps sounded from behind him. Judging from the quick, even and loud sound of the high heels stepping on the ground, it was clear that this was a capable and efficient woman.

Conan turned his head as if he had sensed something, and indeed saw Rena Mizunashi's beautiful face with distinct features.

Rena Mizunoshi looks much more graceful when she's working than when she's relaxed in her daily life. Her smiling face and makeup make her beauty even more sharp.

Naturally, Rena Mizunoshi didn't pay attention to Conan who was almost hiding in the flower basket at the door, and pushed open the door of the dressing room and walked in.

Toru Amuro, Karasawa, and Shimabukuro Kimie, who played the makeup artist, all turned to look at her.

Unaware of anything, Rena Mizunoshi walked over with a proper smile, greeted a few people, and then her eyes naturally fell on Tang Ze.

"Do you have any comments on the process?" She raised her hand slightly. The staff standing by stepped back knowingly, leaving the space for a few people. "I thought you had fully confirmed it before arriving."

In the eyes of others, Rena Mizunashi is the main planner and person in charge of this special variety show. When the biggest guests have objections to the details of the program, it is natural for her to complete the communication.

But looking at that young and handsome face, Rena Mizuno knew very well that the guy in front of her was the real controller of the entire show.

For this program, everything from staffing to venue selection was requested by Kumail who contacted her directly through channels within the organization and made specific requests.

Mizunoshi Reina, who had long suspected the relationship between Akechi Goro and Kumer, felt sorry that her suspicion was proven the moment she saw the other's face. Mizunoshi Reina, who had been lurking in deep water for many years, had a superb ability to control her emotions, so she would not show any abnormality, but her inner helplessness and depression would not be reduced.

Kudo Shinichi has been missing for many days, and a new young detective in Tokyo is almost replacing him. However, in the end, this fake detective prince is just a part of the organization's tentacles...

As a lurker who inherited her father's will, she has been struggling to hold on until now for a result she is not sure whether she will have a chance or not. Apart from confirming that the shadow of the organization is everywhere, she seems to have no chance to escape from the shadow, or at least to pass on the message.

Even if a daughter of an undercover agent who has been disconnected has important intelligence and passes it on, she doesn't know whether the CIA will believe it...

"Indeed, it has been fully confirmed." Kicking the smooth tiles under his feet, Tang Ze turned half a circle on the makeup chair, with his hands folded on his legs, without any intention of hiding his status as a superior. "I'm just a little curious and want to meet you before we start. It's amazing that even a host like you who is so public is one of us."

Because of participating in variety shows, Karasawa frequently goes in and out of Nichimi TV and has met Rena Mizunashi many times.

However, I don’t know if it’s because he revealed too many inappropriate dark aspects in the case on TV that caused Mizuno Rena to deliberately avoid him. Today is their first formal meeting and conversation.

Or it is the result after contacting the other party through the organization's channels first.

Hearing his sarcasm, Mizunashi Rena turned around first to confirm that the door of the dressing room was closed, and then confirmed that the other two people in the room were also aware of the situation. Akechi Goro did not have the slightest intention of avoiding the question. She put away her smile and replied calmly: "You have been very popular recently and are so famous. I dare not interfere in your affairs. If people misunderstand that I am taking sides in advance, my life will be difficult."

This sentence is ambiguous. It can be understood as a personnel dispute within the TV station, or it can be understood that she is referring to Kumail and Bourbon stirring up trouble in the organization. Unauthorized contact can easily be misunderstood as being involved in a power struggle.

Even if it was recorded, there was nothing to criticize except that her attitude changed a little too quickly and she spoke too coldly in private.

"Being so cautious, is this the way for a famous host to survive in the workplace? I'm glad to learn from you." Tang Ze narrowed his eyes and responded with a sunny smile.

Knowing that Rena Mizunoshi was still in a state of stress, nothing he said at this moment would impress her, so Tangze just went with the flow and continued to act out Rena Mizunoshi's impression of Kumail.

What impression did she have of Kumail? A young but ruthless lunatic.

Anyway, he is a complete pervert in Rena Mizunoshi's eyes. The more sunny he is, the more perverted Rena Mizunoshi imagines him to be. She doesn't even need to act much, it's very easy.

Sure enough, before he could say anything, Rena Mizunoshi, who felt that there was something behind his words, adjusted her center of gravity, secretly took a half step back, and took a defensive posture.

What did Kumail mean by that? Was Bourbon unhappy with her indifference? Or was he just mocking himself for being too cautious and totally unbecoming of a code member?

Secretly alert, Mizunoshi Reina lowered her eyelashes and made a slightly mocking expression: "I can't help it. If things are good for me, then of course I will spare no effort to participate in it, fight for some resources for myself, and have some fun. But things are obviously not that simple. Do you want me to charge into the battle for your intrigues in vain? I'm not a fool."

Kiel's image in the organization is not only cold and hard, but has nothing to do with gentleness.

To them, she was a tough character who survived the interrogation like a tough guy and fought back to clean up the organization's pests. Her overly cautious approach was obviously not in line with their expected image. She had to explain her avoidance as not wanting to get involved in trouble, and by the way, she didn't think they could give her any benefits.

"Ah, so in the end, it's still a question of benefits and positions." Tang Ze curved his eyes, "In fact, we have made quite a few gains in recent days, and I think it's time to build some connections. So, I'm here to discuss cooperation this time."

Tang Ze's words were a double entendre. It seemed that he was referring to the fact that he and Bourbon had gradually gained some power, enough to challenge Rum. In fact, he was saying that their recent undercover results were amazing and had caused considerable losses to the organization.

However, it is impossible for Rena Mizunashi to think in that direction now. Tang Ze can only guarantee that he did not lie.

"Cooperation?" Mizuno Rena crossed her arms, raised one eyebrow, and made a playful expression, "Why, do you think you have enough to impress me? I don't think so."

Her true identity is too sensitive, and she should not be too involved in the struggles within the organization, as this would easily put herself in the spotlight and subject her to repeated scrutiny under a magnifying glass.

Tsk, she should have stayed away from Kumail, this harmful thing, but because of her identity she had to move around in Tokyo, and this day was bound to come sooner or later.

"Of course. Since I have the confidence to sit down and talk with you, I must have something to rely on. You know, I am different from my boss. Sometimes I may have a bigger say than him."

"All ears."

"Well, don't be so nervous Ms. Mizuno. Today is just a preliminary confirmation of intention. Before the negotiations officially begin, I would like to ask a small personal question. Did they draw a blood sample from you before you stood in your current position?"

"... Of course you did, didn't you? Don't tell me you suspect I'm hiding something in this regard. Such bluffing doesn't work on me."

"That's good. The condition I want to talk about is the research on the organization..."

Feeling that he was about to hear the key point, Conan pressed his ear against the door, holding his breath, wanting to hear the entire battle full of intrigues and conspiracy, but he was suddenly shrouded in a shadow.

Conan quickly stood up and turned around to see a middle-aged man with a mustache and curly hair, but his head was completely bald.

"Little boy, what are you doing standing here?" The man wearing a shirt with a Nissin TV logo on his chest looked at the closed dressing room door behind him and thought he had discovered his purpose. "Why, do you like Detective Akechi too, so you want to come see him? Detective Akechi has something important to discuss, so don't disturb him. He'll be out in a while, he's very easy to talk to, and you can take a photo or get his autograph."

Conan's back stiffened, and he turned his head to look at the exquisitely decorated dressing room door. He gritted his teeth, nodded and said, "Yes, I am a fan of Brother Mingzhi..."

He controlled his expression pretty well and seemed to be speaking sincerely, but the hands hanging by his sides were tightly grasping the corner of his clothes.

Damn, it's so hateful.

Conan felt even more aggrieved when he thought that he had paid so much price to find out the news, but not only did he not hear it completely, but he would also have to share it with Hattori Heiji soon.

I should have dragged Hattori out to embarrass myself together, I miscalculated...

(End of this chapter)