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Chikako nodded.
Her pretty face regained its cool and indifferent expression.
"So this Xia Ye is the same Xia Ye I was!"
Hiroki Kakutani sighed:
"No wonder I was able to stop Takahashi before he committed the crime. For Natsume, who has solved so many serious cases, Takahashi's case today will probably be much simpler, right?"
Hiroki Kakutani's words clearly did not take into account the feelings of the silent Ryoichi Takahashi.
However, since Ryoichi Takahashi is currently feeling down, adding a sarcastic remark wouldn't really hurt...
"correct!"
Hiroki Kakutani suddenly seemed to remember something, raised an eyebrow, looked at Natsume, and said in a somewhat provocative tone:
"Xia Ye, you've solved so many cases, you must have a lot of experience, right? Now that you've caught Takahashi before he even committed a crime, can you analyze what method he was planning to use to commit the crime in this villa?"
"｀¨Kakutani!"
Ayako frowned.
He glanced at Chikako, whose expression remained calm.
The person Takahashi originally intended to kill is still here!
Is it a bit much to bring up this topic?
"Actually, I want to know too!"
On the contrary, Chikako, the person involved, didn't seem to care. She looked at Natsume with some curiosity, a faint smile playing on her lips.
"We're all free right now, Xia Ye, you can chat with us. It'll broaden everyone's horizons. Maybe someday when I want to write a mystery or suspense novel, I'll have some material to draw on~"
"Oh~"
Natsume was surprised that Ikeda Chikako was so brave, actually wanting to hear the details of her murder.
If that's the case, I can talk about it, but I hope she won't have nightmares tonight after hearing it!
"Then tell me about it!"
"it is good!"
Everyone perked up, ready to listen to the story.
Even Takahashi Ryoichi, who was deeply emotional, recovered a little. He also wanted to know if this terrifying Natsume could deduce his horrific plan!
"first--"
Xia Ye did not begin to explain the technique.
Instead, he looked at the garden first and said with a smile:
"Sonoko, tell everyone, what did you see when you accidentally went into Takahashi's room?"
"cough!"
Sonoko coughed lightly and said:
"When I went in, Takahashi was changing clothes. Actually—he's not fat at all; he's the lean type with a lot of muscle. His fat figure is all an act! If you don't believe me, lift up his cloak and take a look!"
"(Wang Zhao) Really?"
Hiroki Kakutani and Satoshi Ota were too shocked to notice Takahashi Ryoichi's size, especially since he was sitting with a large cloak draped over his shoulders.
Upon hearing Sonoko's words, Hiroki Kakutani reached out and pulled up Ryoichi Takahashi's cloak, causing everyone's gaze to change.
Even through his clothes, Takahashi Ryoichi's figure was well-proportioned, especially his abdomen, which was flat and concave, and one could even vaguely see the outline of muscles.
"But why is that?"
Satoshi Ota couldn't understand it. So many people were trying so hard to become handsome, so why would someone deliberately pretend to be fat? Are they crazy?
"Of course it's related to his plan to kill Chikako. He's probably been preparing for this day for a long time. Even if Ayako and the others hadn't organized this gathering, he would have found another opportunity to carry out his plan."
Xia Ye explained calmly:
"Actually, Takahashi already revealed his modus operandi himself, you should remember that~"
"hiss--!"
Hiroki Kakutani took a deep breath, his face filled with shock, and said:
"But wasn't that just something Takahashi said in anger?"
"What if not?"
Xia Ye glanced at Chikako almost imperceptibly:
"If, as Takahashi himself said, he committed the crime using that method, then think about it, what could possibly be stuffed into his fake belly that was originally stuffed with cotton?"
"what?"
Everyone was slightly taken aback, and then felt a chill run down their spines.
Everyone mechanically turned their heads to look at Chika's neck, and a horrific scene flashed through their minds!
Chapter 179 The Mountain Villa Trip Ends
Ryoichi Takahashi's disguised belly was indeed quite large.
But no matter what, you can't fit a whole Chikako in there.
Therefore, in terms of shape alone, only something equally round is most suitable to fit inside, and that is—
"hiss!"
This time, everyone was in an uproar.
The incident that led to Ryoichi Takahashi's attempted murder was originally just a misunderstanding. People felt sorry for him and had some sympathy and pity for him.
But I never imagined he would become so depraved and inhuman!
Ayako Suzuki frowned slightly.
The secret passage was a miscalculation.
I should have chosen to sink him in Dongdu Bay!
He's only going to serve a few years in prison now, but given his personality, he'll inevitably harbor resentment. By the time he gets out, the next generation of the Suzuki family will probably be several years old. If he wants revenge, that would be troublesome. Someone like Sonoko, who doesn't even have bodyguards, might even get hurt by him!
As expected, Mom was the most thoughtful.
This kind of trouble must be prevented from ever recurring!
Think of this.
A hint of coldness flashed in Ayako Suzuki's beautiful eyes.
Actually, it would be easy for the Suzuki Group to kill someone in prison. Although his methods were a bit gentler than his mother's, when it came to the safety of his family, he had no choice!
The only thing we can do is ask Takahashi to die!
"Is that so?"
Chikako Ikeda touched her neck, which was adorned with a black collar, with lingering fear in her heart.
Almost!
Thank goodness Xia Ye was there!
Otherwise, I would have been killed, dismembered, and had my head stuffed into the killer's stomach and run around.
The thought of that scenario sends chills down my spine!
Hiroki Kakutani and Satoshi Ota looked at Ryoichi Takahashi with unfamiliar eyes and silently moved a little further away from him. This guy has become a psychologically twisted pervert.
At this point, the two of them didn't bother asking about the method and process of killing 670 anymore, and quickly stood up and said:
"Ayako, your family's rescue team will arrive soon. We'll go back and pack our bags!"
"Good~"
Ayako Suzuki nodded, glanced at Natsume, and chuckled meaningfully with her eyes lowered:
"Xia Ye, let's go back and pack our things. It's a pity, we were planning to stay here for the night, now our plans are ruined~"
"It's okay, you have many villas anyway. Whenever you want to go out, just pick one and call me!"
Xia Ye teased with a smile in her eyes:
"Who knows, maybe we'll encounter an even more exciting case next time. Ayako, are you looking forward to it?"
I'm not looking forward to it at all!
Ayako Suzuki swallowed the rather unladylike "Looking forward to you my foot!" but her pretty face was still full of disgust. Who would encounter a murder case while on vacation? That would be perverted, wouldn't it?
at this time--
On the Hatamoto family's luxury cruise ship.
Kogoro Mouri and Conan, who were solving a murder case involving a wealthy family, sneezed at the same time, and then looked puzzled. Was there another case?
Back in the villa's living room.
Although Ayako Suzuki retorted, she understood that Natsume's answer just now had already indicated that he understood her meaning. It was indeed easy to talk to smart people!
Seeing Xia Ye and her sister exchanging glances.
The garden feels a bit cloying.
This is like playing cryptic; it's just that we didn't have a chance to deepen our relationship this time, so we made plans for next time. It's like no one can understand you!
snort!
Anyway, I'll come along next time.
"Um, what about Takahashi?"
Chikako Ikeda pointed to Ryoichi Takahashi, who was still sitting motionless at the table, seemingly unresponsive to the sounds from the outside world.
"It's alright, just let him stay here. Don't worry, he definitely won't run away."
"Good~"
By this time, Chikako Ikeda completely trusted Natsume, after all, Natsume could be considered her savior. Hearing Natsume say that it was alright to leave Takahashi there, she felt relieved, told Ayako, and went upstairs to pack her luggage.
Everyone packed up their things.
The Suzuki Group's helicopter also arrived.
The rumbling sound of propellers filled the air, and soon everyone saw three beautifully painted helicopters parked on the open ground outside the villa.
The Suzuki Group, with its deep pockets, has brought three Airbus H145 luxury helicopters worth 1.5 billion yen!
The helicopter had just come to a stop.
From one of the helicopters, a team of well-trained bodyguards dressed in black rushed out, quickly entered the villa, and dragged Takahashi Ryoichi, who was sitting at the living room table, out.
The head of the bodyguards, former mercenary "Lone Wolf of the Icefield" Luca, approached Ayako Suzuki with a serious expression and said:
"Miss, we will handle the rest. Is there anything else you need?"
"That's all, you can go now!"
Ayako Suzuki said in a calm tone.
"Yes, Miss!"
Luca bowed slightly and respectfully took his leave.
This scene left Hiroki Kakutani and Satoshi Ota speechless.
Is this Ayako's true image?
The Ayako who now exudes the noble air of a wealthy heiress is a world apart from the gentle, soft-spoken Ayako who never uttered a harsh word in the film club!
Thinking back to the terrifying scene when Ayako was angry, the two suddenly felt very happy.
At least they enjoyed Ayako's gentle treatment for four years. She even cooked for them during club activities. Considering Ayako's status, it's no exaggeration to say that she was far more noble than the so-called princess of the Emperor!
And the treatment she received—cooking herself—
how to say?