If he's been to jail, how can he be a detective?

The thought that his dream might be shattered because of this incident made Conan extremely anxious.

He had no doubt that, given Yuzuru's wicked nature, if he didn't pay back the money, that guy would definitely dare to send him to a juvenile detention center.

"Dad should still have 500 or 600 million..."

Conan silently started doing the math in his head.

Since being swindled out of a large sum of money last time, he made a point of asking his father how much savings the family had, just in case, for any eventuality.

Yusaku Kudo has indeed made a lot of money writing novels over the years, but he spent a lot of money on connections, wining and dining to promote his novels as movies worldwide, so he doesn't have much savings left.

As for the novels that have been invested in, he will only receive his share of the profits after the movie is completed and officially released.

The problem is that the actors haven't been fully recruited yet, and the revenue sharing is still a long way off.

To come up with 2 billion yuan at once, you would have to use capital specifically allocated for making movies.

But once this money is used, the consequences could be even more serious.

“If we sell the house in the US, Dad should be able to raise 1 billion, but there will still be a 1 billion shortfall.”

With a serious expression, Conan crossed out 1 billion on the paper.

Anyway, I haven't lived in the US many times, so the house is just sitting idle. I might as well sell it.

As for where Dad will live later, that's something to worry about for now.

Save my own life first.

"Still 1 billion short..."

Conan looked at the striking numbers on the paper and took out his phone.

…………

Osaka, Hattori House.

"What?! 2 billion!"

Heiji Hattori was also shocked after hearing Conan recount what had happened over the phone.

Two billion? He'd never seen so much money in his life!

"Yes, Hattori, I've calculated it. We've already raised 1 billion yen, so I..."

Conan held up his phone, seemingly wanting to say something but then stopping himself.

He originally wanted to ask Hattori if he could borrow some money, but then he thought that Hattori was still just a student and wouldn't have that much money.

"Don't worry, Kudo, leave it to me!"

Heiji Hattori immediately understood the unfinished meaning in Conan's words and readily agreed, patting his chest.

His gaze was firm, and he said resolutely, "I will definitely find a way to help you raise the money!"

"Hattori..." Conan felt a warmth in his heart, but still said with some concern, "This is not a small amount, don't push yourself too hard."

"What are you saying? We're good brothers, what's a little difficulty like this! Just wait, I'll help you raise some money as soon as possible."

"Um!"

Conan's eyes welled up with tears.

This is what true brothers are all about!

We share hardships and joys together.

After the two brothers vehemently condemned Yuzuru Nan's misdeeds, Hattori Heiji hung up the phone and began to look around the house, finally fixing his gaze on Ikenami Shizuka's bedroom door.

If I ask my parents for such a large sum of money directly, they definitely won't agree to give it to me.

But he absolutely couldn't stand by and watch his good brother be sued and taken to court.

He's still waiting to catch Yuzuru with Conan!

"I remember the password was..."

While thinking about the password, Hattori Heiji was also wondering how long it would take for his mother to return from grocery shopping.

Upon reaching the second floor, he pushed open the door to Ikeba Shizuka's bedroom and quietly slipped inside, his gaze fixed on the safe in the room.

He decided to act first and inform later, even if it meant taking another beating for his good brother.

Hattori Heiji took a deep breath, walked to the safe, and began entering his birthday and birth time.

"Beep—beep—"

"Click!"

As the last number was entered, the safe made a crisp sound and opened successfully.

Inside, there were neatly arranged documents, jewelry boxes, stacks of cash, and bankbooks, among other items.

"They didn't change it after all!" Hattori Heiji was overjoyed.

The last time he went to Dongdu, he secretly took some money from this safe and got a good beating for it.

He originally thought his mother would learn her lesson and change her password, but to his surprise, she still didn't.

"Heaven is on my side! Kudo, wait for me!"

...

Hospital.

The afternoon sunlight, like a golden veil, gently streamed in through the window, adding a touch of warmth and comfort to the otherwise slightly chilly ward.

Yu Shengnan sat quietly on the hospital bed, gently turning the pages of the book in his hands, occasionally looking up at the mother and daughter who were taking a nap.

Ran was curled up in Eri's arms like a cute little kitten, fast asleep.

Eri Kisaki had a serene expression, radiating a maternal glow.

Time slips away unnoticed.

After an unknown amount of time, Eri Kisaki slowly woke up.

She first looked at Xiaolan, who was sleeping soundly in her arms, and then slowly turned her head to look at Yuzuru beside her.

Under the sunlight, Hanyu Nan seemed to be bathed in a soft halo while reading the book.

He lowered his head slightly, his expression focused, his slender fingers gently turning the pages of the book, exuding a gentle and calm aura.

Golden sunlight shone on his hair, shimmering like a dazzling crown.

As she looked at him, Eri's gaze softened, and a long-lost sense of peace welled up within her.

Like a seed that has been wandering for a long time finally finding fertile soil, it was able to take root and sprout.

It was this boy who, without hesitation, risked his life to save her when she was in danger.

If he weren't...

Eri looked down at Ran, who was sleeping in her arms, and gently patted her back.

When she looked up again, she met Yuzuru's gaze.

Their eyes met, and they remained there for a long time.

Suddenly, the two of them burst into laughter.

Yuzuru winked at her playfully and deliberately extended his right hand.

Eri gave her a reproachful look, but still quietly moved Ran aside a little and extended her left hand.

Two hands met, clasped, and then separated in the air between two hospital beds.

Everything was so natural.

The sunlight still shone warmly into the ward, and the two hands that had just clasped and then separated seemed to still retain each other's warmth.

Eri's cheeks flushed slightly, and she turned her head away.

Yuzuru Nanami, with a faint smile on his lips, turned his gaze back to the book in his hands, as if everything that had just happened was merely a pleasant interlude.

Both of them tacitly avoided mentioning the specific events that occurred last night and this morning to anyone.

Some things don't need to be said; those who understand, understand.