Conan: Ran, don't turn around, I'm a washing machine.

Chapter 52 Phantom Thief No. 1412

Before we knew it, the sun was setting and a beautiful sunset glow appeared on the horizon.

"I'm so happy today!" Sonoko exclaimed.

"Yes, the time I spend with you is always so wonderful." Su Xingbai looked at Sonoko and Ayako with deep affection.

"Yes, we are a family, and we will continue to be happy like this in the future," Ayako said with a smile.

Su Xingbai said firmly, "We are family!"

At that moment, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if cheering for their happiness. Su Xingbai held Sonoko and Ayako's hands tightly, his heart filled with warmth and joy.

The twin sisters have achieved their goal!

It's time to make a move on to another pair of sisters.

The three of them lay on the grass, with Ayako and Sonoko leaning on his shoulders on either side, enjoying the sunset together.

The next few days were also uneventful, a routine of going back and forth between the school and the villa.

Maori Detective Agency.

"Brother, you've come at just the right time. Someone just brought me some good wine, and here you are. Don't go home tonight, let's drink until we drop."

Goodness, what perfect timing! My kidneys have been quite worn out these past few days, they really need a good rest.

He quickly replied, "Okay, I'll go buy some good stuff right away." He then gave him a knowing look.

"Alright, alright, then we'll wait for your good stuff, little brother, hahaha." Kogoro Mouri laughed heartily.

He knew it all too well; it was definitely what he was thinking. Then it suddenly dawned on him—wait a minute, he's a bachelor now, and that thing would only cause him more trouble.

But since I've already bought it, I might as well give it a try. At worst, I'll just drink more alcohol and get drunk, then I'll be fine.

Just as Kogoro Mouri had predicted.

Su Xingbai returned carrying two large bags.

Upon opening, I found oysters, loach, shrimp, chives, and most importantly, a bottle of deer antler wine.

Kogoro Mouri gave him a strange look. Is he this weak at such a young age?

In other words, he didn't know, otherwise he would have used his position to prove how strong he was.

You're Kogoro Mouri, but he's the guy who goes seven times a night, and he'll have you five times over!

However, none of these dishes were easy or time-saving. Under Xiaolan's stern gaze, he and Maoli also joined in the process of preparing dinner.

When he had nothing to do, he casually asked, "Why haven't I seen Conan today?"

Without even looking up, Ran replied, "Conan was picked up by his parents and will probably be back in a few days. They'll definitely have a good reunion this time."

"Oh, is that so?" Su Xingbo nodded. No wonder he didn't see it today. It turns out he was going to be played, but unfortunately he couldn't see it.

I bought so many good things, it would be a waste not to finish them all tonight.

After a flurry of activity, dinner was finally ready. Everyone sat around the table, enjoying the feast.

Kogoro Mori eagerly savored the ingredients Su Xingbai had brought, secretly marveling at their nourishing effects. He chatted with Su Xingbai as he ate.

"Hoshiba, you're so young, how come you like eating all this good stuff so much?" Kogoro Mouri asked with a curious and mischievous grin.

Su Xingbo smiled awkwardly and explained, "Hey, I learned all this from some elders. They all say that health is the foundation of everything, so you have to take good care of yourself."

I can't exactly say I'm going to be completely drained these next few days. Sisters are great, but I really can't keep up with this every day.

Kogoro Mouri nodded in agreement.

The three of them ate, laughed, and chatted, and time flew by.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, seeing that it was getting darker, Kogoro Mouri spoke first.

"Hey bro, why don't you stay here and rest today? We can have a good drink later."

Although Su Xingbo was very tempted, he glanced at Xiao Lan, who was sitting restlessly next to him, and gave up the idea.

"Next time, let's have a good drink next time."

"Okay, let's meet again next time."

After the meeting, Su Xingbo went directly to Professor Agasa's house, visited Ai Haibara, and took a few photos.

This was all for Mingmei to see later, so she could easily hand it over.

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In classrooms.

A light drizzle was falling outside.

"What Phantom Thief 1412?" Xiaolan asked curiously.

Sonoko happily explained, "That's the thief who's over forty and is very popular with young girls these days."

The age of forty?

Su Xingbai's eye twitched. Who in their forties could fly a glider so skillfully? He wondered if Kaito would be furious if he knew.

"An old man?" Xiaolan immediately lost interest. She thought it was some handsome guy. How could Sonoko admire an old man?

Did she not like handsome guys anymore? Thinking of this, she glanced at Su Xingbo, who was leaning out the window behind her, and couldn't help but nod.

"You're the detective's daughter, how come you didn't know?"

"Please, just because I'm a detective's daughter doesn't mean I'm interested in everything."

Sonoko paused for a moment, then realized that made sense.

Then she continued, "Please continue listening to me, Xiaolan."

"What you're going to tell me next is that you hope my dad can catch this thief, right?" Xiaolan preemptively asked.

"That is to say, right now, the Mihana Museum is hosting a jewelry exhibition, which brings together famous gemstones from all over the world."

“My father also plans to exhibit our family heirloom, the Dark Star that brings good luck, so we hope to ask your father to help us protect this pearl.”

"But my dad doesn't need to get involved in this kind of thing. We can just ask the police for protection," Xiaolan said, puzzled.

Sonoko shook her head and replied, "No way. If the police catch him, that thief will be taken away by them. But if Ran's dad catches him, I might have a chance to see what he looks like in person."

Sonoko became more and more excited as she talked, as if she could already see the phantom thief.

"1412 was the number one thief who gave headaches to people all over the world. I think he must have been a handsome middle-aged man. I wonder if he looked like Harrison Ford or John Renault."

Su Xingbo, listening from behind, was stunned. Goodness, since you want to see Kaito so much, don't worry, I will definitely grant your wish.

It was just the right time for his long-planned scheme to officially begin. This scheme had been in the works ever since he witnessed Shinichi Kudo shrink.

We've been waiting for so long without a good opportunity, but now that Kaito's here, the chance has arrived!