In the world of Detective Conan, however, he was bound to the Naruto System.

Chapter 210 The Reporter with a Dead Face

Chapter 210 The Reporter with a Dead Face

However, there was no other way. After all, most of the people here weren't truly evil, and they couldn't just leave a reporter in the blizzard to fend for himself. Yes, most of them.

This reporter had apparently followed up on the student's suicide three years ago and was very familiar with the teaching staff here.

Although he had been invited to this godforsaken place by some unknown person, since the other party had brought up the incident from three years ago and said that something bad was going to happen here, he naturally had to come.

Atsushi Mori followed up on this incident for a period of time three years ago, and also used some subtle writing techniques to cleverly shift the blame for the girl's death onto the inaction of the teachers at Beika Elementary School, who failed to prevent the student's suicide.

As an unscrupulous reporter who manipulates public opinion and profits from tragedy, his purpose in coming here was certainly not to seek justice for that innocent girl, but mainly out of his "professional ethics".

As a professional journalist, Mori Atsushi immediately spotted the protagonist of this hot topic: Tokyo's most famous young detective.

As he walked toward the fireplace to warm himself, he said with a sinister smile to the composed Akutagawa Hiko, "Shinichi Kudo, Tokyo's most famous detective, disappeared not long ago. Many people say he's dead—..."

"Then you suddenly appeared out of nowhere, completely overshadowing Shinichi Kudo's reputation in a short period of time. Many people are speculating about the connection between the two events, and many are discussing your background."

"However, I'm genuinely curious whether these newspapers' successive entanglements are simply a coincidence, or if you truly have extraordinary connections."

After saying this, the reporter laughed a few times, then moved a stool and sat down by the fireplace.

People reacted differently to these words.

Some people are not involved in the matter and it's not appropriate to comment, but it's hard not to follow the reporter's words and make connections, since acknowledging someone's excellence is often a difficult thing.

Hattori Heiji scoffed at Mori Atsushi's words. As someone who had secretly competed with Akutagawa Hiko twice, how could he not know whether it was all just empty talk or real talent? Moreover, judging from Mouri Ran's behavior, Kudo Shinichi probably just went abroad to hide.

Conan didn't sense any murderous intent, and breathed a slight sigh of relief. He frowned as he looked at the arrogant reporter. He, Shinichi Kudo, hadn't said a word, so what were these people shouting about?

What do you mean he's dead? He's alive and well.

However, such speculation actually proves to be advantageous for him in dealing with the organization.

I just don't feel right.

Moreover, Akutagawa Hiko, the person who opened the door to a new world for him, was both a mentor and a friend to him, yet now he is being slandered, which is truly disheartening.

In Ran's eyes, this was nothing but slander, an insult to Shinichi Kudo, her childhood friend, and also an insult to Hiko Akutagawa, her good friend.

"You bastard, you'd better apologize properly right now! Ah Yan isn't the kind of person you're talking about!"

Mori Atsushi chuckled nonchalantly, "Then I'm sorry, but the great detective hasn't said anything, yet the second young lady of the Suzuki Group has stepped forward. I'm sure readers will be very curious about the story behind this."

Sonoko Suzuki was so angry she almost exploded. She then ordered Ran to teach the guy a lesson. However, she also knew how powerful public opinion was. Although her family wasn't afraid, Akutagawa Hiko, who was "weak, helpless, and pitiful," would be in a terrible situation in the face of public opinion.

She can't even help, otherwise she'll most likely make things worse.

Mori Atsushi was just saying that. People in his line of work are like troublemakers; they are only used when they need something, and when they don't need it, they want to throw it as far away as possible.

But his years of experience in the world of adventure have taught him which people he should not mess with.

For a behemoth like the Suzuki Group, it wouldn't be difficult for him to disappear without a trace. Even if he had a lot of dirt on people with some money and power, it wouldn't be enough to protect him.

He was just trying to earn a living and save some money to enjoy life; he didn't want to risk his life.

Subaru Okiya silently took a few steps back, afraid that this person's blood would splatter on him. Even though he had spent so many years in Beika when he was a child and studied at Toto University after growing up, he could be considered well-informed.

However, this is the first time I've seen someone with such an obvious deathly expression on their face.

As for Akutagawa Hiko's feelings, he didn't really feel anything. Although he didn't have a good impression of people who might fabricate facts and manipulate public opinion, it didn't stop him from appreciating their work ability.

If such a person can be completely controlled, he or she can be a competent tool.

Akutagawa Hiko was silently making plans in his mind.

Faced with such a provocative gesture, he remained calm and unperturbed, which impressed the teachers who were unaware of the truth.

They scoff at those baseless and fabricated stories, showing that their integrity is beyond reproach, far superior to those clowns who spread rumors and seek attention for clicks.

Akutagawa Hiko saw the protection his acquaintances showed him and was deeply moved. After all, he wasn't a born strongman, nor was he completely inhuman.

In short, no matter how the world changes, these acquaintances will always have a place.

The villa used to be a lively place, but now, despite the large number of people, it still feels deserted. After all, with just one person standing there, it's hard to feel comfortable chatting without any awkwardness.

As Conan made the bed, he muttered to himself, "Those guys just make up nonsense. They never report on any real issues. Don't mind them."

Akutagawa shook his head. He knew very well the nature of most Japanese media: "Why should I care? I know the saying that fame brings trouble. You were probably the subject of a lot of gossip back then, weren't you?"

Conan nodded with deep feeling, recalling the outrageous rumors in the newspapers back then.

When these newspapers actually deal with certain matters, they simply act as mouthpieces for those in power; when they don't, they fabricate facts to generate traffic by featuring celebrities and addressing issues of public concern.

When it comes to manipulating the emotions of ordinary people, even detectives are no match for them.

"By the way, do you know what that Atsushi Mori mentioned about what happened three years ago?"

Conan was somewhat concerned about what the reporter mentioned about what happened three years ago. The expressions of the four elementary school teachers changed quite a bit when that incident was mentioned. Having experienced so much, he had become sensitive to similar things.

Akutagawa Hiko rolled his eyes: "I wasn't even here three years ago, how would I know?"

Akutagawa Hiko was referring to the time travel incident, which Conan interpreted as meaning that he hadn't moved to Beika Town at the time, so it's understandable that he wasn't clear about it.

Conan suddenly remembered the case files in his father's study, so he took out his communicator and called Dr. Agasa—