bookbashuk Chapter 193 Osaka Black Chicken's Two Challenges
Chapter 193 Osaka Black Chicken's Two Challenges
Chapter 193 Osaka Black Chicken's Second Challenge
Mrs. Nanjo stared in disbelief at Yoshino Satomi, who was now practically admitting her guilt. She simply couldn't understand why this supposedly responsible manager would commit such a heinous act.
Tadao Ohno knew the grudges behind it all even better. It was precisely because of that accident that he resigned.
"Is it because of the accident three years ago? I remember Kitano, who died, was your boyfriend, but wasn't that an accident?"
Satomi Yoshino curled her lips in a mocking smile: "That wasn't an accident at all, it was murder, a murder for the sake of vying for that role in the Grim Reaper's Circle!"
Akutagawa Hiko kindly helped Yoshino Satomi up and continued listening to her accusations against Nanjo Shuto: "I originally thought it was just an accident, until I was sorting through Kitano's belongings—"
That day, Yoshino Satomi discovered Kitano's diary. Just a few days before the accident, the producer had approached Kitano, hoping that he could replace Nanjo as the actor playing the role of Jinnai, the second-generation Shinigami.
The seed of doubt was thus sown.
In order to find out the real cause of Kitano's death, Yoshino Satomi even resigned from her original job and endured humiliation to become Nanjo Hayato's manager.
About a month ago, Nanjo Hayato, reeking of alcohol and showing no remorse whatsoever, smugly recounted his murder of Kitano, even producing a so-called talisman—
What talisman? It was something that was forced to be stained with Kitano's blood. The most important screw on the front wheel of the off-road vehicle used during filming became a talisman and a source of pride in the mouth of this scum who murdered for a role.
Satomi Yoshino had considered calling the police and exposing the incident to ruin Nanjo Shuto's reputation, but she had no evidence.
The incident happened suddenly, and she was overwhelmed by anger, hatred, and grief. Let alone recording or filming, she didn't drive off and kill this scumbag on the spot, which can be considered completely rational.
Yoshino Satomi looked at Inspector Megure, whose face was filled with astonishment after learning the truth: "If I choose to call the police, what are the chances of bringing that scumbag Nanjo Hayato to justice?"
Whether they understand the law or not, whether they think Nanjo Hayato's death is not a pity or they think there may be other hidden reasons, they all know the truth in their hearts.
Inspector Megure silently shook his head. Three years had passed, and the matter had been treated purely as an accident back then. Without evidence, she might have ended up suffering cyberbullying, threats, or even physical attacks. After calming down, Yoshino Satomi knew that her chances of success were very low. At this moment, she somewhat hated herself for being too calm after learning about that incident.
Yoshino Satomi's smile didn't reach her eyes: "However, this also gave me a chance, a chance to take revenge myself. If I were given another chance, I would still do the same—"
Before getting into the police car, Yoshino Satomi sighed, "It seems this battle against the great detective within the Grim Reaper's Realm has been a complete and utter defeat."
Akutagawa Hiko did not reply. After all, how could someone who was playing the role of a Shinigami compare to a real Shinigami in person?
The next day, after cleaning the living room until it was sparkling clean, Akutagawa Hiko breathed a sigh of relief. Although the appliances inevitably needed to be replaced, the latest models had just come out anyway, and they were going to be replaced anyway.
I had just sat down to rest for a short while when the phone rang.
Akutagawa Hiko was somewhat surprised when he received Hattori Heiji's call. The two had not seen each other since the high school detective fled in disarray last time, and he never expected that he would invite him to investigate a case.
"Today?"
"Of course, you're not scared, are you!"
This simple provocation didn't work on Akutagawa Hiko. Compared to these high school detectives, he, a formal detective who had already entered society, had very different concerns.
"I'm not you, I can't just stand up the client I've already arranged to meet—"
Hattori Heiji was slightly taken aback. He really hadn't thought about this. Akutagawa Hiko was a legitimate detective with his own detective agency. Given his reputation and Tokyo's alarming crime rate, it was inevitable that he would be busy.
"Okay, I happen to be free today, give me the address—"
After hanging up the phone, Akutagawa Hiko scratched the chin of the orange cat that was squinting and purring comfortably, recalling the case of the "Nagato" family.
When it comes to Nagato, the first thing that comes to mind is his thin, red-haired, purple-eyed figure. His terrifying strength in taking on the entire Hidden Leaf Village single-handedly left a very deep impression on people.
However, this is the Conan-style film set. The Nagato family is a conglomerate that can rival the Suzuki family in terms of scale and power, but it is still in its early stages. After these six months, the Suzuki Group can rise to a few more levels.
After explaining the not-so-complicated plot, Akutagawa Hiko rode his motorcycle to the Nagato family villa where the tragedy was about to occur.
As soon as he took off his helmet, Akutagawa Hiko saw a dark figure waving at him. There was no doubt that it was Hattori Heiji who had invited him.
"Hey, you got here pretty fast! You're definitely one of those people who can't wait to solve a puzzle!"
Akutagawa Hiko hadn't expected Hattori Heiji to be so enthusiastic, but the people he saw next made him understand a little better.
Hattori Heizo, Hattori Heiji's father, is currently the chief of the Osaka Metropolitan Police Department, holding the rank of Superintendent General. In the Japanese police officer system, he is truly second only to the chief.
Above Hattori Heizo, there is only one Superintendent General of Police left.
Although there is a position called Commissioner General of the National Police Agency above it, this is not part of the Japanese police officer system, so it cannot be included.
Hattori Heizo was quite strict with Hattori Heiji's upbringing. He had a serious expression, rarely smiled, and exuded an imposing aura. His narrowed fox eyes were particularly intimidating when they opened, making him a true strict father.
Although Hattori Heiji wasn't afraid of his strict father who could subdue him with one hand, he couldn't help but feel uneasy when facing him alone. Having Akutagawa Hiko, an outsider, around would make things much better.
Hattori Heizo was quite friendly towards Akutagawa Hiko, and after shaking hands with him, he seemed even more satisfied with Akutagawa Hiko.
Hattori Heizo had already learned from his wife that his son had run off to Tokyo, and judging from his dejected appearance, he must have lost the competition quite badly.
However, this is also a good thing. There are always people more capable than you. If you don't take the case seriously and treat it with a frivolous attitude, you will get into trouble sooner or later. You must understand that there are always people more capable than you.
Don't get cocky just because you've solved a few cases.