The evidence at the scene was extremely scarce, making it impossible for the police to take the person away; they could only continue to conduct a thorough investigation.
Heiji Hattori, who was initially furious, gradually calmed down after being soothed by Conan.
After all, as a detective, no matter how angry you are, you need to remain calm and rational and not let your emotions control your judgment.
Detectives must also abide by the basic laws of evidence. Reality is not an anime; it's not that you can righteously utter a few words and the murderer will obediently kneel down, weeping and confessing to the crimes he committed.
As the police and detectives were engrossed in searching for clues, time quietly slipped from noon into the afternoon.
Meanwhile, Yuzuru Nanami, Ran, and Shizuka Ikenami completely ignored the busy crowd and leisurely found a table to sit down at.
"Xiao Lan, Master, you haven't eaten lunch yet, have you? Come and have some snacks." Yu Sheng Nan said as he opened the box he had brought and took out the snacks that the little maid had carefully made.
He has always been very good at handling details.
The three of them sat around the table, chatting and laughing as they ate their snacks.
The others watching couldn't help but twitch their eyes and wonder: Are you kidding me? This is a murder scene, everyone is busy and tense, and you guys are eating and drinking here? Is it really appropriate?
In particular, the pastries made by Mingmei with Lingmi were incredibly fragrant. Just smelling them made the mouths of the police officers and detectives, who had been busy all morning, water uncontrollably and their stomachs rumble incessantly.
However, in this situation, apart from Kogoro Mouri who could shamelessly step forward and ask for a dollar or two, the others could only stand by and watch helplessly.
"Come, Master, try this piece. This one is delicious too."
With a broad smile, Yuzuru divided a large pastry into three pieces, keeping one for himself, handing one to Ikenami Shizuka, and presenting one to Ran.
Compared to his and Xiaolan's eating habits, Master Jinghua's eating habits were much more refined.
Ikeba Shizuka gently picked up the pastry placed in front of her, examined it for a moment, and then slowly put it into her mouth, her lips lightly pursed, her movements elegant. Unlike Hanyu Nan and Xiaolan, who ate more casually, she savored each bite, chewing very slowly.
Even in the somewhat chaotic environment of a murder scene, she was still able to maintain her composure and calmness.
The hustle and bustle around her seemed to have nothing to do with her.
After gracefully finishing a pastry, Ikeba Shizuka nodded and said softly, "The taste is indeed excellent. It's rare to find someone in Dongdu with such outstanding skills."
Yuzuru, who was happily feeding and playing with Ran, couldn't help but rub his forehead when he heard this.
Is this the invisible struggle between Osaka and Toho?
Even a top-tier beauty like Shizuka Ikemami, with her elegant temperament and gentle charm, is not immune to this.
Thinking of this, he replied, "I'm glad Master likes it. Mingmei would be very happy to hear your praise."
"Yes, that's right! Mingmei's desserts are absolutely the most delicious in the world!"
As Xiaolan spoke, she quickly stuffed a small piece of cake into her mouth, her cheeks puffing out instantly, like a cute little squirrel, and then nodded vigorously to show her strong agreement.
When it comes to cooking, Ran Mouri admires no one but Akemi.
Seeing Xiaolan wolfing down her food, Yu Shengnan chuckled and reached out to poke her smooth little face. "Eat slowly, be careful not to choke."
Xiao Lan pretended to bite, but he nimbly dodged it.
The two immediately started playfully fighting, one chasing and the other running.
Ikenami Shizuka smiled without saying a word, quietly gazing at the two people in front of her, thinking of her little apprentice Kazuha in Osaka.
Back then, Kazuha and Yuzuru were just like that, always bickering and playing around in her house, filling it with life.
Whoever loses will whine and run to her to complain.
Those few days were arguably the happiest and most restful days of her life during this period.
But every night, one has to listen to the nightingale's mournful song for hours on end.
Thinking of this, a faint blush, barely perceptible, quietly rose on Ikeba Shizuka's delicate face.
It does seem a bit improper for a master to constantly eavesdrop on his disciples' private lives.
"Jingle bells~"
Just as she was pondering this, a crisp cell phone ringtone suddenly sounded, pulling her back to reality.
Ikeba Shizuka took her phone out of her bag, and when she saw the caller ID on the screen, her relaxed brows furrowed slightly.
This is the third time Hattori Heizo has called today. He hasn't called more than he has in a single day since the argument started.
The first two times it was for Hattori Heiji, what's it for this time?
Ikeba Shizuka glanced at Hanyu Nan and Xiaolan, who had obediently sat down after hearing the ringtone and stopped making any noise, and then answered the phone.
The two people on the phone were silent for a moment before Hattori Heizo finally spoke up: "Heiji has already told me about your situation. I'm being closely watched by the media right now, so I can't help much. You'll have to figure it out yourself."
While searching for clues, Hattori Heiji had just called his father and told him in detail what had happened here.
Given Hattori Heizo's rank, regardless of whether Ikenami Shizuka was the real culprit, he could use his connections to get her out.
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