After Heiji came in, Kōsuke recounted the events, but briefly omitted the part about Rekatis wearing a hat.
Upon learning the truth, Heiji gritted his teeth and said, "Don't worry, I'll have my dad keep an eye on things later."
Just as Kōyū was about to say something, Heiji seemed to understand and said, "Don't worry, my dad can still be trusted. He will definitely not let anyone else from the Metropolitan Police Department interfere."
This is also out of fear of organized groups within the Metropolitan Police Department.
"So, Lei is innocent?" Heiji said thoughtfully. "Then this case is going to become a cold case?"
After hearing Heiji's words, Kōyū nodded: "Perhaps this is the only way."
"Sigh, this is so frustrating." Heiji's face also showed some annoyance. This feeling of knowing the culprit but not being able to catch them was really annoying.
Conan was also somewhat agitated, but what made him feel a little better was that Recatis was not the murderer.
“However, Ray, your drug addiction…” Conan looked up at Rekatis and sighed.
Rekatis forced a smile: "It's alright. I haven't touched it much lately. It's difficult, but I'll turn myself in and get rid of this damn addiction."
These words made Guangyou look at him with slightly new respect. He had originally thought that Rekatis might quit drugs on his own for the sake of his reputation.
But to everyone's surprise, Rekatis decisively said that he would turn himself in.
Seemingly noticing Guangyou's confusion, Rekatis said helplessly, "After learning about that, I don't think I can quit on my own."
“Besides, that place is quieter, and I’ve been wanting some peace and quiet lately.” Rekatis’s smile made it impossible to tell that he had just been cuckolded.
"Okay, I respect your choice, but what about your career?"
Kwang-woo knew all too well that such a scandal could cause a celebrity's reputation to plummet to rock bottom.
Rekatis didn't seem to care and shook his head: "Since I have let the fans down, I can't expect them to accept me unconditionally. Once I quit that drug, I will show them with my actions that I am still the same Rekatis, the Iron Fortress."
"good!"
Conan's sudden clapping startled Mitsuyu and Heiji, and even Rekatis was somewhat taken aback.
"Lei, you're right. The Lei I know is someone who dares to take responsibility."
Seeing that the situation seemed a bit awkward, Conan quickly explained.
The group burst into laughter.
This made Rekatis feel a little better.
Of course, it's impossible to be completely at ease; such things are not something anyone can simply talk about and let go of.
After discussing the case for a while, the group decided to temporarily bury it as an unsolved case.
McNold, who was also in that organization, naturally had to be put on hold.
However, now that their identities are known, dealing with the situation later should be relatively simple.
Find a few fitness enthusiasts who love philosophy and pull them aside to discuss the philosophy of life with him.
After leaving the room, Conan was also a little down. It was still a bit upsetting that his favorite idol had gotten into this mess.
But the current outcome is already the best possible result; at least no one was actually killed, right?
Heiji and Kouyu didn't disturb Conan. After saying goodbye to Ran and the others, they left the hotel.
After tossing and turning for most of the night, I was really hungry.
It's probably a little past 10 p.m. now, and the nightlife is just beginning.
There were more young people on the streets, and young girls were wearing outfits that their families didn't usually approve of, showing off their youthful charm.
Of course, these things have nothing to do with Kōyū and Heiji, and besides, there are quite a few girls among these girls who rely solely on makeup to maintain their good looks.
However, there are also some people whose looks can't be saved by makeup.
As he walked through the crowd of beautiful women, Guangyou's nose seemed to carry a complex scent of various perfumes mixed together.
There's never a shortage of food stalls in cities. Of course, Japan might not call them that, but they're essentially the same.
Heiji skillfully led Kōyū through several side streets to a rather inconspicuous place.
Even so, there were quite a few people in this place at this time. Unlike Ginza, the people here were either workers wearing blue overalls.
There were also students dressed simply and neatly.
Or they might gather in a group to vent the stress of their day's work, talking about how their boss is.
Or perhaps they're drinking and talking about teenage relationships.
"Let me tell you, this place is basically unknown to anyone who isn't a local."
Heiji pulled Kouyu to sit down next to him, drooling, "Don't let the small size of this place fool you, the food is really good."
As he spoke, he called out to the stall owner, "Uncle! Two sets of the usual ones, please!"
When the boss saw Heiji, he was somewhat surprised and exclaimed, "Heiji, you're not bringing your girlfriend this time? Or... at your age, shouldn't you prioritize your studies?"
"What are you thinking! He's a friend's child, and he just asked me to look after him!" Heiji quickly retorted. "Besides, that girl isn't my girlfriend!"
The boss gave Heiji a knowing look.
However, he knew his limits and after joking around for a while, he went to prepare the meal.
Seeing this scene, Guangyou smiled and shook his head: "Do you and Kazuha come here often?"
"Not very often, just occasionally when I'm out having fun and happen to pass by, so the owners all know me well," Heiji explained with a smile.
The food arrived quickly, and the owner, with a smile on his face, said to the two, "Consider this your treat today. Remember to have fun."
"I can't accept this!"
Heiji was naturally unhappy; how could he survive if he lost even a little more on this small business?
The boss insisted on inviting him, and Heiji wanted to say something more, but the boss just glared at him and walked away to attend to other guests.
"The boss is a very nice person."
Guangyou watched his boss's retreating figure and nodded in approval.
Heiji nodded: "He often treats other people to meals, and they say they only run this stall to be self-sufficient."
The boss looked to be in his fifties or sixties, with a ramrod-straight back. Ever since Guangyou came here, he had never seen a smile on his face.
Clearly, this business owner enjoys his life running a stall.
The place is small and remote, but that doesn't affect the stall's business.
The group of real customers right in front of us is good proof of that.
He turned to Heiji and asked, "Does the boss have no children?"
"I have a daughter, but she's a good-for-nothing. She spends her days hanging out with those hooligans on the streets. It's a miracle she doesn't cause trouble for me."
Heiji also harbored some resentment towards the boss's daughter, and this resentment was directly reflected on his face.
Guangyou didn't know what to say. Even an upright official finds it hard to settle family disputes, let alone someone like him who was just a passerby.
After taking a bite, Guangyou had to admit that many times, big stores don't taste as good as small stores.
"It tastes good."
"Right!" Heiji looked at Kōyū with an "I knew it" expression.
Just as the two were enjoying their meal, something unexpected happened.
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