Chapter 794 Gift
Feeling that the scene was slightly out of control, Mumu Shisan cleared his throat to attract everyone's attention.
His subordinates have been agitated recently because of Tohru Adachi, an airborne soldier, and he knows this.
It's not that it can't be done. To be honest, he disapproves of the decision of the top management, but this kind of internal contradiction is not suitable for public display in front of colleagues from all over the world.
Before Ireland couldn't help but fight back, he interrupted further discussion at the right time: "Thank you Mr. Adachi for your reference. Does anyone else have any ideas?"
"I think we can consider this clue a little simpler. Could it be that there is a conflict between the murderer and the victim due to the card game?"
"Unlikely, what about the man behind mahjong? How to explain the patterns and letters? "
"Compared with the straightforward surface meaning, the murderer should be using code words that only he and the victim can understand..."
In addition to secretly Ireland was suffocating, and everyone else in the conference room followed the discussion into a heated discussion atmosphere. Conan, who was sitting outside, listened to all the speculations made by you and me inside, flipped through the documents in his hands, and began to think.
"What, what do you think about the case?" Tangze turned his head and saw him assuming a classic thinking posture, and asked aloud.
"Huh? Oh, not yet. I think that although there are still many mysteries in this case, the nature is actually very clear. The murderer is a character who has intersections with all the victims. The main difficulty is actually analyzing and discovering this intersection . In this regard, as long as the police from all over the country work together, I believe that some traces will be found soon." Conan shook his head and changed the subject, "I feel that something is wrong with Adachi Toru."
"Why. , His words of 'if I were the murderer' made you feel bad?" Tang Ze raised his eyebrows.
If you want to say something is wrong, something is indeed wrong, and not only is there something wrong with Toru Adachi, but the current "Toru Adachi" is even more wrong.
If Conan can figure out Ireland's identity one step ahead, it won't be a bad thing for Karasawa's next plan.
"I can't tell. It doesn't quite fit with my impression of him." Conan frowned, not knowing how to describe this subtle feeling.
Is Toru Adachi a bastard? Judging from his words and deeds, not only that, but he may be even more of a bastard than everyone thinks.
But judging from the impression left by meeting this person when he was in Izu, the current Adachi Tooru is a bit too sharp and a bit too "normal".
Based on his usual speaking style and the tone of his private conversations with Karasawa, according to Conan's understanding, Toru Adachi has a strong dark and world-weary tendency deep in his heart, which is reflected in his usual behavior. It seems that he doesn't care about anything and has no expectations for his work and life.
In other words, he is a person who cannot actively express himself, and even looks a little bad on the outside.
Would he really stand up and make such an attention-grabbing speech just because of Kogoro Mori's words? Or is this case really important to him, so important that even if it gets messed up, he will face it with the utmost enthusiasm?
"In short, what can be determined at present is that this is definitely not a random killing or a serial killing carried out by the murderer targeting random people under specific conditions."
While Conan was still deep in thought, Zhufu Gaoming was calm in the headphones. The voice sounded, very prominent among the discussions in the room.
“Although it is still unclear why the murderer and the victims were connected, the nature of this case must be revenge and seeking revenge. The mahjong left behind and the items taken can all It proves the murderer’s emotions when he acted. The behavioral logic of the entire case must revolve around this point.” What he meant was that it would be difficult to figure out the murderer’s purpose just by sitting here and guessing. , it is still important to start the investigation and interviews step by step, and try to find commonalities among the six victims.
Megure Jusan and Matsumoto Kiyonaga, who were sitting under the whiteboard and the projection, nodded with satisfaction.
Regarding this heinous serial murder case, what they want is definitely not to rely solely on the inspiration and wisdom of the detectives to try their luck. More solid investigation work is what the criminal police are good at and willing to do.
Matsumoto Kiyonaga stood up and began to summarize the investigation meeting that introduced the case.
"Everyone here, whether it is the last words of the previous deceased or the situation reflected in the evidence, it is very likely that the suspect will commit another crime. The development of the case has already had a very bad impact today, and this matter is very important. In order to maintain the credibility of the police, we must do our best to prevent cases from happening and prevent them from happening before they happen. Please abandon your jurisdictional consciousness and selfishness for merit, synchronize any information in a timely manner, and do your best to arrest the criminal as soon as possible! ”
< br>After a neat response, the police officers in the venue stood up and filed out.
Conan and Karasawa also took off their headphones, pretending as if nothing happened, quickly put away the information that Takagi Wataru secretly gave them, and waited as if nothing had happened.
Mao Lilan, who had been reading for a long time with a handout, glanced sideways at the two people and shook his head helplessly.
When she stayed with Shinichi all day long, she had seen how desperate the detective could be to find out the truth. Unexpectedly, now that it was even more inconvenient for her to have access to the identity of the child in the case, she could still See the more exaggerated side of these reasoning madmen.
Is it really not illegal to eavesdrop on internal police meetings?
While she was still thinking hesitantly, the police officers who walked out of the conference room approached.
Mao Lilan looked up and saw a familiar face, and quickly stood up and saluted: "Matsumoto, sir, long time no see. How is Teacher Sayuri lately?"
"Oh, it's you, the daughter of the Maori family, long time no see. Sayuri is doing very well and is still thinking about changing jobs." Matsumoto Kiyonaga saw it was Maori Ran, his face brightened a little, and he said hello in a friendly manner.
His eyes glanced at Conan and Tangze behind her, nodded equally, and calmly withdrew his gaze.
Moori Kogoro brought a large family to the meeting. It was a bit unscrupulous to look into it, but because these children were all participants and victims of Sayuri's thrilling wedding, his I can't harden my attitude either.
"Hey, Teacher Sayuri is going to change jobs?" Mao Lilan was surprised, "Is there something going wrong at work?"
What else could it be because of that bastard Takasugi Toshihiko?
Matsumoto Kiyonaga rolled his eyelids and his voice became completely cold: "She feels that she may be better at soothing other people's emotions, and is planning to work as a psychological counseling volunteer at the Suzuki Group's Victim Assistance Foundation."
< br>Hearing the familiar name, the expressions of the three people changed and they silently looked away.
Among them, Tang Ze’s expression is the most subtle.
Sayuri Matsumoto, oh no, her name is Sayuri Takasugi now. Although her husband Toshihiko Takasugi is an adopted son, he is also the actual heir to the Takasugi Foundation. She is now a rich wife who no longer needs to worry about her livelihood.
Because of the ups and downs she and her husband had gone through, and the fact that the charity fund was established under the leadership of former student Suzuki Sonoko, it was only natural that she would have this idea.
And her father, because he was in the wrong when it came to Takasugi Toshihiko, if she proposed the idea of reducing tragedies and misunderstandings like Toshihiko, Matsumoto Kiyonaga would not even stand to stop them. The mood of a few people who are more or less inseparable from each other will indeed be very delicate.
Matsumoto Kiyonaga, who was in a bad mood, caught a glimpse of the policemen coming out behind him from the corner of his eye. At a glance, he saw Mouri Kogoro and Adachi Toru walking in tandem several meters apart, and his expression became even more intense. It completely sank.
"Moori, and Adachi, right?"
The two people who were still sizing each other up secretly straightened their backs immediately when they heard this.
"This case involves a wide range of things, and it is an attempt to choose you. I hope you will not disappoint us." Matsumoto Kiyonaga's fierce appearance became even more full of evil after his face sank. These words almost sounded like a threat.
"Yes!" Mouri Kogoro was excited and instinctively tightened his heels and saluted.
“Thank you for your trust.” Ireland also tightened her face and bent slightly towards him. Matsumoto Kiyoshi nodded calmly, turned around and continued to leave.
Shiratori Rensaburo, who had been following them, saw the stunned expressions of several people, and took the initiative to stop, and explained to Mao Lilan and Karasawa in a soft voice: "Matsumoto Police He's not targeting you, don't worry about it. He's just a little dissatisfied with the senior management's interference in the investigation."
He said, gesturing to Adachi who stood up slowly with the corner of his eyes. It is very obvious who Matsumoto Kiyonaga is dissatisfied with.
Karasawa, who was somewhat responsible for this situation, understood what was going on.
Since Ireland’s replacement is no longer Matsumoto Kiyonaga, the person in charge of the entire investigation team, the fact that Mouri Kogoro was originally invited should not exist.
It's not a technical problem. What's the point of asking for help from people outside the police force? Doesn't this mean that the police have no confidence in solving the case?
Mouri Kogoro received the invitation this time, mainly because of the arrangement between him and Amuro Toru. Adachi Toru, a non-staff member, suddenly airborne, which aroused the dissatisfaction of the real person in charge, Matsumoto Kiyonaga.
After the opposition was fruitless, in order to counter the decision of the top management, he additionally nominated Kogoro Mouri, a "close relative" detective who was also a policeman and was closer to the Investigation Division. It was quite like letting them compete in the ring.
So now he sees that the two consultants who have been inserted have noses, not noses, not eyes, and that is perfectly normal.
According to the plan of Karasawa and Toru Amuro, when the case advances to the final stage and Ireland's identity is exposed, Toru Adachi's role has changed from a simple airborne soldier to an equally innocent victim. Everyone The emotions towards this identity have most likely been vented, and if they are handed over to Matsuda Jinpei, the safety factor will be much higher.
To put it bluntly, Ireland plays the role of a filter absorber this time, which is convenient for cleaning Adachi Toru's vest.
So even if Ireland stared at him with a malicious look, Tangze did not show any displeasure, but instead responded with an inclusive smile.
Stare, you can just stare, it is understandable that the grievances will feel a little resentful.
"When they fight with gods, those of us below will be unlucky." Mouri Kogoro scratched his head and sighed helplessly.
He also knew that this invitation was a bit tricky. Matsumoto Kiyonaga did not really value his ability, but mainly to resist high-level interference. He was more of a convenient tool than the detective who helped.
But because of his background and the relationship with his old boss, it is impossible for him to refuse this commission...
"It's really a tricky thing, Mr. Mori." Knowing that he also Takagi Wataru, who was also in a dilemma, patted his arm comfortingly, "If you need help with the investigation, just ask."
Takagi Wataru himself, or in other words, most of the people in the search section, They all have the same attitude as Matsumoto Kiyonaga. They are also very disgusted with Adachi Toru, a guy who came down from the air and was given a lot of authority.
As long as Mouri Kogoro can suppress him, the entire search class will help.
Mouri Kogoro thanked him for his kindness, and then looked at the police officers who were gathered in twos and threes on the other side.
These police officers who are not from Tokyo are on business trips and have to be provided with food and accommodation by the Metropolitan Police Department. Now they have to dine together and cannot get together with the local police officers.
"Don't you need to contact the police from other counties first? In this case, interpersonal relationships are the highlight. Most of the victims are not from Tokyo." Mouri Kogoro pointed in their direction.
Looking at the backs of those people, Conan couldn't help but nodded.
It is indeed possible to get in touch with him, and Mouri Kogoro is quite famous in various places. He has contacted many of them, which is definitely an advantage compared to Adachi Tohru.
"The police officer named Zhufu, I think he is quite powerful." Conan poked Tangze's arm and whispered, "I feel that his investigation ideas are very clear. Otherwise, we..."< br>
How about using Mouri Kogoro’s name to contact him.
After listening to the entire conversation, Conan had a good impression of this clear-thinking policeman - especially in contrast to Yamamura Cao sitting next to him.
Having a policeman like him with solid and reliable working ability to investigate together can effectively improve efficiency.
Tangze looked at the back of Zhufu Gaoming walking forward while talking to the policeman beside him, and his eyes unconsciously looked to the other side of the corridor.
Zhu Fu Jingguang, who had been sitting there before the meeting, had disappeared, probably heading towards the zero group.
"Officer Zhufu, Officer Zhufu——"
Zhufu Gaoming, who was about to make a call to inform Yamato of the current situation of the meeting, heard the call from his side and raised his head towards Look in the direction of the sound.
A female staff member at the front desk ran up to him and asked carefully: "Are you Police Officer Morofushi Takaaki from Nagano Prefecture?"
"Yes, I am."
Looking at the nameplate on his chest, the female staff breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly handed the tied bag to his hand.
"Great, I caught up. I was worried about missing the end of the meeting. This is something someone just sent to the front desk and told me it must be handed over to you before noon."< br>
"For me...?"
He has no connections in Tokyo. He rarely comes to Tokyo after graduating from university. Participating in this investigation is also a temporary decision of the bureau.
Why was there a package delivered to him by name?
Zhu Fu Gaoming, who was confused, took the heavy bag and felt a heat through the outer packaging, and couldn't help but be stunned.
When I opened it, it turned out to be a lunch box.
A very brand-new lunch box, simple and solid color, without any printing. There is a folded thank-you letter on the lid, which is personally signed by Zhu Fu Gaoming.
“It’s a thank you letter.” The other police officers who were paying attention couldn’t help but smile when they saw this. “It seems that it was sent by the citizens who have helped. You are really prestigious and capable, Officer Zhufu.”
Zhu Fu Gaoming stared at the handwriting on the envelope with a dazed expression. After hearing the words, he barely smiled back and opened the envelope eagerly.
To his disappointment, there were only two blank pieces of paper in the envelope, and there was no identification on the empty paper.
He turned his attention to the lunch box again, and slowly opened the lid as if he had a premonition.
In the lid of the box, there is a full portion of pasta, mixed with mushrooms and shrimps, and the warm noodles are still slightly steaming.
Holding this lunch that had no signature but completely suited his taste, Zhu Fu Gaoming froze on the spot.
(End of this chapter)