Chapter 274

Kyosuke Kazato's heart was pounding even harder than before.

After all, what I was thinking just now was just my own imagination, but now it's the other person saying it themselves!

What's going on?! Why would someone suddenly say something like that to him?! And there are so many police officers in this banquet hall... How did they even manage to invite someone like this?!

If someone else had said that, he would have taken it as a joke, but the person who said it was Hanakawa Shinryu...

Kyosuke Kazato felt uneasy because of his dangerous aura that made him stand out from the others, the immense pressure he felt when he looked into someone's eyes, and even the detail that he always wore leather gloves as if he didn't leave any fingerprints.

Kyosuke Kazato could barely maintain his gentle smile, his heart filled with doubt and unease.

...Could it be that Shinryu Hanchuan is actually a well-hidden murderer... no, a criminal consultant?

Well, before, because there were many police officers around, he actually tried very hard to think of people in a normal way. But if you exclude the police factor and only look at Hanchuan Shenliu as a person, he actually fits the feeling of a mastermind in TV dramas or movies.

An oppressive aura that blends elegance and danger, a calm and rational demeanor that seems to remain composed at all times...

But if it's true, isn't Hanakawa Shinryu afraid of being reported for talking about this kind of topic so directly with someone he's just met?

But then Kyosuke Kazato thought for a moment and suddenly remembered something.

Although he mainly studied surgery, when he switched to being a psychologist, he also gained some understanding of criminal psychology. Some people are just very sensitive to the scent of crime and can spot their kind in a crowd at a glance...

...Have I been exposed?!

So, when Han Chuan Shenliu was talking to other people, even the police, it was just normal legal advice; he only let slip a little information to him.

Kyosuke Kazato was, after all, a high-IQ criminal who had killed someone and escaped capture, and whose framing was also very successful. He also had frequent surgeries in the past, so he desperately needed a stable mindset, and thus he quickly calmed himself down again.

I just don't know if my expression and eyes gave anything away...

It's alright. Anyway, Hanchuan Shenliu probably just senses that they are similar types of people, but he doesn't actually know what he did. On the contrary, he has gotten leverage over Hanchuan Shenliu, so there's no need to worry too much.

After mentally preparing himself, Kazato Kyosuke gave the other person a polite smile and said, "Thank you, but I don't need it."

“That’s true,” said Bo Yezaki. “Now that you’re in the cardiology department, you’re less likely to encounter medical disputes.”

Kyosuke Kazato chuckled dryly: "Even if I were still in surgery, I wouldn't do anything because of a medical dispute. After all, they're just worried about their loved ones, so I don't think it's necessary..."

Looking at Kazato Kyosuke, who seemed to have adapted to the new persona of Hanakawa Shinryu and whose attitude towards dealing with him was becoming more and more skillful, Usoya Saiki felt that he couldn't let the other party off so easily.

So he asked, "What are you thinking? When you encounter a medical dispute, do you only think about killing someone?"

Futo Kyosuke: "...???"

What the heck? Why did it suddenly become his fault? He clearly thought it through carefully before speaking, and was sure that what he said was okay...

Could it be that he misunderstood something?

Kyosuke Kazato looked completely bewildered and asked, "You just said someone consulted you on how to circumvent the law by committing murder... Didn't you ask me if I needed this?"

“Your thinking is somewhat dangerous,” said Bo Yezaki. “Sometimes, legal advice is also needed when trying to reach a settlement with a medical dispute.”

Fudo Kyosuke: "…………"

You have no right to say someone has dangerous thoughts!!! You're practically giving legal advice to a potential murderer!!! Aren't you going to explain this?!

Usoya Saiki continued, "Besides, you don't need this right now."

Kyosuke Kazato was taken aback.

...So, he really didn't need to, because his murder plan was already in place, and he knew very well that as long as the plan was successfully carried out and he successfully framed someone else, he would not be discovered.

Has Hanchuan Shenliu only met him for the first time? How could he already know this much about him?

impossible!

One minute they were talking to him about murder counseling, the next they were saying he didn't need it... What exactly does Hanchuan Shenliu mean?

He wanted to ask, but dared not. His brilliant mind began a brainstorming session, churning out a torrent of doubts.

“But just because we don’t need it now doesn’t mean we won’t need it in the future.” Usoya Saiki said, sounding just like a perfectly normal salesperson looking to develop clients. “You’re always welcome here, Mr. Kazeto.”

Kyosuke Kazato: "...Thank you."

Is this a riddle teller? But it also seems like he's said everything that needed to be said...

I have absolutely no idea what's going on with Hanchuan Shenliu, but judging from his attitude—no, even without his attitude, just by his demeanor, I can tell he's on "that side." I really don't know how he gained the police's trust...

Considering that his plan was so perfect, and that he didn't know if he would have another chance if he missed today, Kyosuke Kazato decided to continue with his plan.

However, just to be on the safe side, let's ask Shiratori Ninzaburo.

When Shiratori Ninzaburo returned, Kazato Kyosuke went up to him and said, "Mr. Shiratori, I'm sorry, but I have something I'd like to ask you about Mr. Kankawa."

"Huh? What's wrong with him?" Shiratori Ninzaburo said instinctively. "He can be a bit harsh sometimes. If you're angry, I'll speak for him..."

Kyosuke Kazato quickly denied it: "No, I'm not angry. I'm just a little curious about his profession. He said he's a kind of legal consultant, but I don't really think so..."

"...This one."

Shiratori Ninzaburo immediately wore an expression that was hard to describe.

You can't blame Dr. Kazeto. Hanchuan's demeanor is indeed a bit peculiar. People would believe he's the leader of some underworld organization. It's normal for people to find it strange that someone like him would say he's a legal advisor.

Besides, that can't really be considered legal counsel!

"He's not exactly a legal advisor now, but he does take on interesting consultations, like deciphering codes. If you ever can't even understand your own medical records, you can ask him for help. I don't know why, but he's really good at these weird and wonderful skills."

Shiratori Ninzaburo said, "But don't worry, he's not a strange person. I sometimes ask him for help. Actually, he's a pretty good person."

In the past, Shiratori Ninzaburo would have revealed that Samikawa Shinryu was once his colleague and a policeman.

But now that a series of murders has occurred, the perpetrator might be in the police force. Shiratori Ninzaburo subconsciously felt that even if he said that Samikawa Shinryu used to be a policeman, it wouldn't be convincing enough, so he simply used himself as a guarantor.

However, when Shiratori Ninzaburo's words fell into Kazato Kyosuke's mind, which was already influenced by the "halo of the conspiracy," they were interpreted in a completely different way.

He'll take any interesting consultation—it feels entirely possible he'd take a murder consultation! Sure enough, his understanding earlier was correct; Hanakawa Shinryu wasn't talking nonsense!

They are very good at strange and unusual skills—whether they are a jack-of-all-trades and master of none or a master of both, most people don't need them. It's very likely that they like to learn a little bit more for some purpose, such as being a detective or a criminal.

Shiratori Ninzaburo would sometimes seek his help—he was very good at disguising himself, and even with that kind of demeanor, he could gain the trust of the police. Yet, he said those things in front of him. It was definitely not something he said without thinking, but rather something he had actually seen through before he started talking to him.

While trying to understand Shiratori Ninzaburo's words using his own thought process, Kazato Kyosuke casually glanced at Samikawa Shinryu.

Ah, that expression... it seems like she's bored with everything in front of her...

Ah, I see. He understood.

Because his life had always been smooth sailing, and he even became the youngest surgeon, he could be considered a genius. Although he looked gentle, Kyosuke Kazato actually had a very high level of pride and self-esteem.

Such people tend to attribute any special treatment they receive to their own excellence.

So Kyosuke Kazedo thought to himself.

For Hanchuan Shenliu, everything here was boring. So many police officers, yet not one of them saw through his true colors, allowing this "mastermind" who had secretly manipulated countless cases to walk around here.

And he, Kyosuke Kazato, who also escaped legal punishment, appeared in front of Shinryu Sukagawa. To Shinryu Sukagawa, he must have been as conspicuous as a light in the dark.

Otherwise, why would Shinryu Samikawa's gaze be fixed on him when he appeared with Shiratori Ninzaburo?

Some things you do silently, even if your skills are amazing, you can't tell others how you feel. Sometimes it can even make you sick from bottling it up. He's a psychologist, so he knows this very well.

Therefore, Hanchuan Shenliu actually admires him and said those things were an invitation for him to be a "friend" - no wonder he said he doesn't need consultation now, he must trust his operations and know that he is different from those who must consult Hanchuan Shenliu to make a plan!

Kyosuke Kazato was finally completely relieved.

It's a real shame that, although Hanchuan Shenliu extended an olive branch to him, he was still reluctant to contact Hanchuan Shenliu out of consideration for avoiding suspicion... He would only consult Hanchuan Shenliu if his plan encountered some problems and he had no other choice.

After bidding farewell to Shiratori Ninzaburo, Kazato Kyosuke wandered aimlessly around the venue, though he kept an eye on Officer Sato, whom he was going to kill that night.

Finally, he waited until Sato Miwako left the venue, picked up her bag at the front desk, and planned to go to the restroom to touch up her makeup.

Kyosuke Kazato quietly followed them.

His plan was perfect; he didn't need to consult Hanchuan Shenliu. He was confident in that!

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Kazeto's imagined scenario: Hanchuan admires me. Sigh, it's all because I'm too outstanding, unlike the people he usually sees.