The dock was shrouded in morning mist, and the ferry emitted a low whistle.
Hanyu Nan and his group boarded the ship one after another, the sea breeze brushing their faces, carrying a salty and damp scent.
Akemi led the way, holding Ai's hand, while Ikenami Shizuka followed gracefully behind. Kazuha and Ran excitedly tugged at Hanyu Nan's arm, chattering away incessantly.
Sonoko has absolutely no interest in Mermaid Island; she's probably at home right now with Princess Natsumi, figuring out how to make breast-enhancing desserts.
After all, what could be more important to a girl with small breasts than making her figure more perfect?
Originally, Yuzuru had also invited Momiji.
However, after learning that Kazuha would also be coming, the noble lady chose to give her arch-rival some time alone with her husband.
Since she had already achieved her goal of transferring to Tokyo, and now had plenty of time to spend intimately with her husband every day, she didn't mind taking a step back, softening her stance for Kazuha, and showing her magnanimity.
To be a good matriarch, one must first be generous.
As for Ms. Judy, who was supposed to come along, she didn't come this time either.
Someone offered a 20% discount, which has prompted the FBI to frantically raise funds recently.
"I heard the seafood on Mermaid Island is incredibly fresh! I'm going to eat my fill!" The energetic girl's eyes lit up as she excitedly waved her arms, as if she could already see a table full of delicious seafood beckoning to her.
Ai hugged the fish tank, rolled her eyes at Kazuha, and couldn't help but complain, "Fool."
"Buyi~"
Yingying perched on Xiao Ai's shoulder, curiously looking around, her little head constantly turning with her gaze.
In the sky, a huge figure drew an arc across the sea, frightening the nearby seabirds, which scattered in all directions.
Since it's a rare opportunity to go out and have fun, the three Pokémon came along too.
Bobo, Yingying, and the Empress—they've got it all covered, from land to sea.
Hattori Heiji watched from afar as Hanyu Nanami fawned over Ikenami Shizuka with a beaming smile, his fists clenching so tightly they cracked: "That bastard... he even brought my mom here..."
Conan pushed up his glasses: "You'll get used to it."
"Get used to it my ass!" Hattori Heiji gritted his teeth. "That's my mom!"
Conan patted him on the shoulder sympathetically and said with a wry smile, "Ran's been going to Hanyu's house every day lately too..."
The two unfortunate brothers exchanged a glance and sighed simultaneously.
Sigh, we're all best buddies. Since fate has brought this together, we might as well share the burden. We can only silently accept this somewhat helpless reality.
.........
With a long blast of its horn, the ferry slowly departed from the port.
A sea breeze caresses your face, and the blue waves ripple.
Yuzuru stood on the deck, gazing at the receding coastline, a flash of blue light suddenly appearing in his eyes.
“Interesting…” he murmured to himself.
Akemi walked to his side and asked gently, "What are you thinking about, Master Yuzuru?"
Yuzuru looked away, smiled, and put his arm around her waist: "I was thinking...whether this trip will bring any unexpected gains."
Akemi winked knowingly: "For example... another 'family member'?"
“You understand me, Mingmei~” Yu Shengnan kissed her cheek.
Ai walked over carrying the fish tank and coldly interrupted their sweet moment: "Mind your manners."
The empress in the fish tank also blew a bubble in agreement.
Yuzuru chuckled and reached out to ruffle Ai's hair: "Does Ai want a kiss too?"
"Who, who wanted that!" the little girl retorted stubbornly.
Akemi covered her mouth and chuckled softly, "Yes, yes, yes~"
"Buyi!" Yingying jumped onto Yuzuru's shoulder and affectionately rubbed her cheek against his.
Seeing this, Bobo, who was patrolling the sea with his little brother White Dove, flew down from the sky onto the deck, not to be outdone, and even deliberately flapped his wings and whimpered.
"Bu Yi!" (Angry)
"Boom!" (Provocation)
The two Pokémon were on the verge of a new fight when Yuusuke quickly separated them, one in each hand: "Alright, alright, let's coexist peacefully~"
As Shizuka Ikenami and Kazuha emerged from the cabin and witnessed this scene, Kazuha couldn't help but burst out laughing: "Kusun, you look like a zookeeper!"
Yuzuru: "......"
What kind of zookeeper is this? This is a trainer!
He was a professional trainer who had built deep emotional bonds with Pokémon.
Chibo Jinghua slowly walked to the railing, her black hair pulled up high, revealing her long and graceful neck. She quietly gazed at the distant horizon: "The weather is nice, perfect for an outing."
Yu Sheng Nan leaned closer, smiling ingratiatingly, "I'm glad Master likes it~"
Chibo Jinghua glanced at him: "Stop with the nonsense. Tell me, what are you up to this time?"
Yuzuru feigned ignorance: "What idea? I just came here to hang out with Ran and the others~"
"Heh." Chi Bo Jinghua raised her eyebrows slightly, a playful look on her peerless face: "Do you think I don't know the legend of Mermaid Island? Immortal mermaids... such a gimmick can only fool ordinary people."
What immortality can compare to one's own stupid apprentice?
Although her apprentice was a bit slow and lecherous, her skills were truly astonishing, a fact she knew better than anyone.
Yuzuru blinked: "Master is wise~"
"Stop flattering me." Ikeba Shizuka poked his forehead. "But... since we're here, let's take a look at the so-called mermaids."
Yuzuru's eyes lit up: "Master is interested too?"
Ikeba Shizuka smiled slightly, looked at Yuzuru Nan, and said meaningfully, "I'm just curious... what kind of 'mermaid' could make my apprentice so interested?"
Yuzuru: "..." (He's seen through)
He really wasn't after the mermaid.
.........
Meanwhile, on the other side of the cabin.
Heiji Hattori and Conan were furtively hiding in a dark corner, carefully observing the movements of Yuzuru and his group.
"That bastard, he actually brought so many women with him..."
Hattori Heiji gritted his teeth.
Conan pushed up his glasses: "You'll get used to it."
"Can you say anything else besides that?!" Hattori Heiji roared.
Conan sighed: "Because that's reality..."
He can't afford to offend them, and he can't beat them in a fight. Last time, to save his life, he even called out "Dad." What else can he do...?
The two detectives were feeling frustrated when they suddenly heard Kogoro Mouri's voice behind them: "What are you two brats doing hiding here?"
Turning around, they saw Kogoro Mouri holding a beer and looking at them suspiciously.
"N-nothing!" the two quickly waved their hands.
Kogoro Mouri snorted, "Don't cause me any trouble! You guys asked me to do this, that's why I took this job!"
After saying that, he shook the beer glass in his hand, swayed away, and mumbled something unintelligible.
Heiji Hattori and Conan exchanged a glance and gave each other a wry smile.
With Yuzuru Hanyu around, this trip is destined to be anything but peaceful.
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