ebookland Chapter 204: The Dark Pursuer (3)
Chapter 204: The Dark Pursuer (3)
The moment Maori Kogoro arrived in the joint investigation meeting room, the already lively discussion suddenly became even louder. Many people looked at Maori Kogoro with admiration and discussed with those around them. Some also looked at Hua Lantian beside him strangely, expressing their curiosity...
As the hosts, Officer Takagi and Officer Sato quickly ran to Kogoro Mori and Hana Lantian, and led them forward a few steps to show their sovereignty.
"Mr. Maori, and Mr. Hua, you're here. Inspector Megure has already told me about Mr. Hua. Thank you for coming to assist us with the case...!"
The talkative Officer Takagi also promptly expressed his gratitude to Hua Lantian for coming. After all, Mr. Maori was invited from the beginning, and he was also a partner of the police.
And Hua Lantian, a very powerful outsider, actually offered to help, which was undoubtedly good news for them.
(As everyone knows, in the Conan world, most police officers have been forced to lower their intelligence and completely rely on others for help.
Many higher-ups don't object, either. The meritorious service is still the police's, but the reputation belongs to the co-workers. If you can do a good job and earn merit, you can get a promotion and a raise, so what's the harm in losing a little reputation...)
"You're welcome, Officer Takagi. Anyone who threatens the lives of ordinary people must be punished. If I have the ability to help, then I will definitely come...!"
Hua Lantian said this righteously, and those who didn't know the truth would think that he came here for this purpose.
Hearing his answer, Kogoro Mori, Officer Takagi, and Officer Sato who were standing beside him, as well as several acquaintances who had rushed over to talk to him, including the two people from Nagano Prefecture, the Yokomizo brothers, etc., all felt very emotional at this moment. He was indeed the person they had high hopes for.
After exchanging a few pleasantries with his acquaintances, Hua Lantian drew their attention to Mouri Kogoro, because the police officer disguised as Vermouth was among these people, and he couldn't reveal too much, so as not to attract too much attention from the Thousand-Faced Witch.
But what he didn't know was that when so many police officers noticed him, Vermouth had already become extremely interested in him. Hua Lantian's identity was already very sensitive.
Vermouth now felt that her trip was worthwhile. Not only could she confirm whether Ireland's disguise was successful, but she could also observe this rare Chinese person, who was also a world-renowned Chinese person...
Her gaze was well hidden, otherwise Hua Lantian would have spotted her the moment she secretly observed him...
The lively atmosphere was quickly quieted down by the arrival of Inspector Megure, led by Matsumoto Kiyonaga, who looked fierce. Everyone looked at each other in confusion at this man who didn't look like a good person.
“What are you all doing…! What a shame to be making so much noise…!”
“Matsumoto, Chief Inspector…!”
Officer Takagi was frightened and quickly stood at attention and saluted, then revealed the origin of the visitor, which triggered more discussions. However, due to Matsumoto Kiyonaga's striking appearance and his identity as the Chief Inspector, they only dared to whisper.
"This must be Mr. Hua, who has come here specifically to assist with the investigation. On behalf of the Metropolitan Police Department, I thank you for coming...!"
Matsumoto Kiyonaga, who was told in advance by Inspector Megure and reminded on the way here, was of course disguised as Ireland, and immediately recognized Hua Lantian standing in the C position.
However, he did not forget the popular figure among the Metropolitan Police Department's partners, Kogoro Mouri, and greeted him politely, which made Kogoro Mouri excited.
At Matsumoto Kiyonaga's command, everyone found their seats, sat down, and began today's joint investigation meeting...