Detective Conan: The System Takes Me to Zero's World

Chapter 301: A Warm Dinner and Undercurrents in a Complex Mystery

Inside the black antique car, a man wearing black sunglasses sat in the driver's seat, his hands tightly gripping the steering wheel, but his eyes were a little wandering. He glanced out the window from time to time, alert to the movements around him.

Yasuharu Haneda was wearing a ventilator in the car, which made a regular hissing sound. He looked at the man driving the car, and his voice was a little fuzzy due to the interference of the ventilator: "Do you think they have discovered us?"

The man in black sunglasses was silent for a moment, his Adam's apple rolling, hiding countless unspeakable difficulties: "It's hard to say, but we can't take risks. This matter has exceeded our expectations, and we can't let them be involved in more crises."

Wearing a ventilator, Yasuharu Haneda's eyes looked dim. He looked through the car window at the crowd on the street in the distance, as if he saw a scene deep in his memory: "But, after so many years, seeing them again, I really... I feel like fate is playing a trick on us. They are clearly right in front of us, but we can't recognize them."

His eyes were slightly red, and he raised his hand to gently wipe the corners of his eyes.

A trace of pain flashed across the face of the man wearing black sunglasses. He clenched his teeth and tried his best to suppress his inner emotions: "This is to protect them. The enemy we are facing now is too powerful. If they know that Mary and Zhenchun are related to us, their lives will be in danger."

"I understand, but this feeling is really hard. Especially seeing that Masumi has grown up so much, and Mari..."

Yasuharu Haneda, who was wearing a ventilator, had a choked voice.

The man wearing black sunglasses took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. "What we need to do now is to continue to hide our identities and secretly investigate the forces behind the incident. I hope we can resolve this without implicating them."

Wearing a ventilator, Yasuharu Haneda looked out the window and murmured to himself: "I hope they will be safe and sound."

At this moment, in the crowd outside the hotel, Officer Takagi dragged the unconscious Yuto Murasaki into the police car with a slightly staggering step, and then handcuffed him with a "click".

Mu Shiyoudou was sleeping so soundly that he had no idea that he had been taken into custody by the police.

Officer Chiba took Danji Hayashizaki to the police station. Danji Hayashizaki lowered his head, walked slowly, and his face was full of frustration.

Officer Chiba turned his head to look at him from time to time, with scrutiny and vigilance in his eyes, and held Hayashizaki Danji's arm with one hand, fearing that he would suddenly do something extreme.

Masumi Sera and Conan had just finished explaining the case to Inspector Megure.

Sera Masumi approached Conan and asked, "Conan, have you discovered anything again?"

Conan raised his lips slightly, "There is no conclusive evidence yet, but I always feel that this matter is not that simple, there must be a lot of tricks involved."

After Kisaki Eri held the little girl and found her parents, the little girl's parents thanked Kisaki Eri profusely. Kisaki Eri just smiled and nodded, looking around for Kudo Yuki.

After a while, Conan and Sera Masumi ran over.

"Sister Xue, we are back.

"Mom, Sister Xue, what are you talking about?"

Akai Mary's eyes froze, but she regained her composure in an instant, and she spoke softly, "Nothing, just a casual chat, just some topics between women."

Her eyes inadvertently looked in the direction where the black antique car disappeared in the distance, and the doubts in her heart grew like weeds.

Kudo Yuki noticed that Akai Mari was acting strange, and she took Conan's hand. "We should go back."

After saying goodbye to Akai Mari and her daughter, the brother and sister turned around and prepared to leave.

Kisaki Eri found Kudo Yuki in the crowd and walked up to her. "Ms. Kudo, I finally found you. What were you busy with just now?"

"Nothing special, just helping to deal with things here, what about you, Lawyer Fei?"

Hibiki Eri adjusted her collar. "I just saw a little girl who was separated from her family, so I helped her find her parents. It's just a small favor."

The crowd gradually dispersed, and the originally bustling and noisy hotel regained some calm.

Masumi Sera watched the brother and sister leave, and always felt that the atmosphere between her mother and Kudo Yuki was a little strange, but she couldn't tell why.

She frowned slightly, recalling the scene just now, trying to find out what was wrong.

Akai Mari murmured to herself: "Majun, don't think too much, let's go back too."

Masumi Sera nodded and walked towards the hotel room with Mary Akai.

With a smile on her face, Hibiki Eri put her hand on the shoulder bag strap naturally. "Ms. Kudo, I plan to use these three free-of-charge cards tonight to experience the kind of tasteful family dinner you mentioned. Do you want to go back to the Poirot Café? If it's convenient, let's go together."

Kudo Yuki suddenly had an idea: "Okay, this time we'll follow the previous request and go to a separate European-themed private room. The Maori family will be the first guests in the private room."

Kisaki Eri's eyes were full of anticipation: "Then I'll call Maori and Xiaolan now, they will definitely be very happy."

She took out her cell phone and called Kogoro Mouri.

"Hello, Kogoro, it's me, Eri Kisaki. Let's go to the Poirot Cafe for dinner tonight. Miss Kudo invited us to try some new dishes."

"What? Café Poirot? New dishes? Well, I'm just hungry. Where's Xiaolan?"

"I'll call Xiaolan right now, you get ready first, I'll see you later."

After Kisaki Eri hung up the phone, she dialed Xiaolan's number again.

"Xiaolan, our family is going to have dinner at the Poirot Cafe tonight. It's Miss Kudo's invitation. There are many new dishes to taste."

"Really? Mom, that's great, I'll get ready right away."

After hanging up the phone, Eri Kisaki and the siblings walked towards the Polo Café together.

Conan pulled the corner of Kudo Yuki's clothes and whispered, "Sister, are there any new dishes this time, such as the lemon pie that I like? If so, I'll have to eat a few more. Also, Uncle Maori and the others are coming today, will it be lively?"

Kudo Yuki smiled and patted Conan's head: "Don't worry, Conan, there is something you like to eat, and this dinner will definitely be very interesting."

Kudo Yuki took out her phone and sent a text message to Amuro Toru:

A European-themed private room was vacated. The Maori family will come to taste the new dishes, and this time they will be given a free meal and all the new dishes will be served.

After sending the text message, Kudo Yuki raised her head and looked into the distance, thinking silently in her heart: "I hope this dinner will allow the Maori family to spend a happy and warm night."

In the Poirot Cafe, after receiving the text message, Toru Amuro's mouth slightly raised, and a subtle tenderness flashed in his eyes. He turned to Azusa Enomoto and said, "Miss Azusa, please prepare the European-themed private room. Mr. Mori and his family will come to taste the new dishes in a while, and we have to entertain them well."

"Okay, Mr. Amuro." Azusa Enomoto responded with a smile, and then began to prepare busily.

When they arrived at the door of Poirot Cafe, it was opened by Azusa Enomoto, who greeted them warmly: "Welcome, Boss, Lawyer Hime, Conan. Everything is ready inside, please come in."

They walked into the European-themed private room. The table was laid with exquisite tableware and new dishes that were about to be served, exuding tempting aromas.

Maori and his daughter also arrived one after another.

As soon as Maori Kogoro entered the door, he shouted: "Where are the new dishes? I'm starving."

Xiaolan greeted everyone with a smile. When she saw the decoration on the table, her eyes were full of surprise: "It's really beautiful. It feels like we are in a high-end restaurant."

After everyone was seated, Azusa Enomoto began serving the dishes one after another.

Conan stared at the dishes, especially when he saw the lemon pie, he almost jumped up with joy. "Great! There really is lemon pie!"

He picked up his fork and prepared to eat.

At this time, Amuro Toru walked in with a plate of exquisite appetizers in his hand: "Welcome everyone, this is our newly developed appetizer, everyone can try it first."

Conan picked up a piece and put it in his mouth. His eyes lit up: "Mm, this is delicious! Amuro brother, how did you come up with this recipe?"

Amuro Toru smiled and replied: "This is something we developed after many attempts. We added some special spices to make the taste richer."

While eating, Conan asked curiously: "What about the other new dishes? Are there any special features?"

Amuro Toru smiled mysteriously: "You will know later, each dish has its own unique features."

Mao Lilan also tried a piece of appetizer, her eyes full of praise: "Really, this taste is very special, with a light spice flavor and the deliciousness of the ingredients themselves. Mr. Amuro, you guys are amazing!"

Maori Kogoro stuffed his mouth with food and muttered incoherently: "It's delicious, but it would be better if there was some wine."

Kisaki Eri glared at him and said, "This is a family gathering, and you still want to drink? And this is a cafe, there is no alcohol for you to drink."

Kogoro Mori curled his lips and stopped talking.

Conan looked at them and laughed secretly. "Brother Amuro, I heard that these new dishes are in preparation for the launch of a new set meal. Is there anything special about this set meal?"

Amuro Toru looked at Conan with a smile: "The new dishes in this set will be combined according to different tastes and nutritional needs. For example, some dishes will be rich in high-quality protein, while others will be paired with vegetables rich in vitamins. Paired with our unique flavor of coffee, it will give people a brand new taste experience."

Conan's eyes lit up: "That sounds great! Does this set menu have a special theme?"

Amuro Toru thought for a moment and said, "You could say it's the 'family warmth' theme. I hope these dishes can make the family feel the warmth of home when they get together to enjoy the food. Just like today, when everyone is together happily."

Mao Lilan suggested: "Mr. Amuro, have these new dishes taken into account the preferences of different age groups? For example, my father likes stronger flavors, Conan likes sweeter ones, and my mother and I like lighter ones."

Amuro Toru nodded: "Of course I have considered it. This time, the new dishes have various flavors to choose from. Just like this appetizer, its taste is moderate and everyone can accept it. The following dishes will also have different flavor tendencies."

Conan picked up another appetizer and said while eating: "Amuro brother, is there any dish suitable for afternoon tea in this set? If so, I can eat it with my friends in the detective agency in the future."

"Yes, we have prepared some exquisite snacks with a delicate taste. Paired with slightly sweet coffee, it is very suitable for afternoon tea time."

Conan seemed to have discovered a new world and kept asking Amuro Toru questions.

Amuro Toru answered them one by one with a smile.

Maori Kogoro listened to the meal and muttered, "Huh, it sounds good, but if the portion is not enough, I won't be full."

Hibiki rolled her eyes at him and said, "You only know how to eat. There are so many new dishes, aren't they enough for you?"

Mao Lilanlan smiled and tried to smooth things over: "Dad, you can try these new dishes first. If they are not enough, we can order more. Besides, the atmosphere here is so good, let's eat slowly together."

Kudo Yuki stood up and said, "Everyone, eat first. There are still a few new dishes that haven't been served yet. Can you guys eat more? If not, you can pack up the remaining new dishes to take away."

When Maori Kogoro heard this, he patted his stomach and said, "How can I not eat? I can still eat a lot. Go on."

Conan nodded as well: "I can still eat too, especially with my favorite lemon pie, I feel like I can eat the whole plate."

Kudo Yuki smiled and nodded, then walked out of the private room to arrange the subsequent dishes.

In a branch of the Karasuma Group, the lights were dim and Rum was sitting behind a huge black desk, his one eye flashing coldly in the shadows.

He whispered to the several members of the Black Organization in front of him, "Go investigate Wakasa Rumi and find out why she appeared near the last winery mission. This matter cannot be missed. Wakasa Rumi's appearance is too strange. I will not allow any factors that may threaten the organization to exist."

He paused, tapping his fingers on the table, making a rhythmic "tap tap" sound. "Also, the previous plan is suspended. That gentleman seems to be suspicious of my actions recently. We must stabilize the situation first and not act rashly."

The men nodded and responded in unison: "Yes!"

Then he quickly retreated, leaving Rum sitting alone in the dark, frowning, planning his next move.

In the Poirot Cafe, Conan was eating a lemon pie. After swallowing the food in his mouth, he pulled the corner of Kudo Yuki's clothes and asked in a low voice: "Sister, if Dr. Agasa finds out who the car number plate belongs to, what will you do?"

Kudo Yuki turned her eyes away from the delicious food on the table and looked at Conan. "If we really find out, we must first find out the other party's identity and purpose."

Conan slid the fork in his hand lightly on the plate. "I think it's most likely related to the winery organization. The strange things that happened before, and some of the things that don't make sense in today's case, I always feel like there's a pair of eyes watching from behind."

Kudo Yuki reached out and touched Conan's head, comforting him: "Don't think too much. If it is really related to the winery organization, there will be a way to solve it."

Amuro Toru also came over and heard the conversation between the siblings, with a hint of vigilance in his eyes: "If it is related to the organization, I can also provide help. It should come in handy at a critical moment."

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