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Chapter 639 The Second Murderer
Heng Gou Jugo let out a breath, suddenly realizing that the atmosphere was off.
Around him, the deceased's table mates, Hotel Guests, Hotel Shopkeeper, and other Police Officer were all staring blankly at Heng Gou Jugo.
So fierce…
Heng Gou Jugo: “……”
His usual calm and wise image had collapsed.
Also, would he be seen as stern and unsympathetic? What should he do now? Should he explain? But wouldn't explaining make him lose Face and seem fickle?
Conan watched Heng Gou Jugo’s face change drastically, alternating between cloudy and sunny, and fell silent, lowering his head in thought.
He suspected Chi Feichei was doing it intentionally, just to retaliate against Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo for previously ridiculing him as a ‘veterinarian who doesn’t do his job properly’ and a ‘Plague God’.
That Fellow was indeed petty. Luckily, he had always ridiculing him silently in his heart. Teacher Judy and Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo, who dared to ridiculing him directly, seemed to be quite annoyed.
But it was understandable. Chi Feichei seemed to be more tolerant of acquaintances. If they weren't close enough and ridiculing him, it was no wonder Chi Feichei would Counterattack.
Regardless, he should Solve a Case quickly, otherwise he would fall behind Chi Feichei again.
There was a lot of Toxin on the Wet Towel, but it wasn't brought over by turning the Turntable…
Huh? Wait, turning the Turntable?
He remembered someone frantically turning the Turntable, as if playing with it. Could it be that…
…
Chi Feichei left for a while, then returned, called the forensic personnel to the Washroom, and raised his eyes to see Conan leaning against the Wall Side waiting for him. He walked out.
Seeing Chi Feichei come out, Conan looked up at Chi Feichei, "I know too, who the Culprit is, and the Method used by the Culprit!"
Chi Feichei stopped at the Entrance of the Washroom, looking at Conan.
He didn't know which ‘Culprit’ Conan had discovered, but he Guess…
Conan touched his chin, "He first went to the Washroom, poured Cyanide on his Wet Towel, and after returning to his Seat, used the Wet Towel to apply the Poison to the bottom of the Turntable, so that when Mr. Kawabata turned the Turntable, Toxin would be left on his fingers. When eating Peking Duck, he made Mr. Kawabata ingest the Toxin and die. However, his Wet Towel had Cyanide on it and couldn't be kept Beside him. So, he probably took the opportunity to step forward when Uncle Mori was checking Mr. Kawabata's Vital Signs and switched his Towel with Mr. Kawabata's non-toxic Towel. Although Uncle Mori later told you to watch and not let anyone touch the Things on the Table, he had already completed the switch by then…”
Chi Feichei Nodded.
That's right, Kaizo Isozaki did switch the Towels, and had to switch them.
Otherwise, after the Police arrived, if a large amount of Cyanide was found on Kaizo Isozaki's Wet Towel, Kaizo Isozaki would also be unable to explain himself.
"Before, Mr. Kawabata's Jeans were spilled with Soup. When wiping with a Wet Towel, the Jeans would shed a little Color," Conan continued to Deduce in a low voice, "But the Wet Towel beside Mr. Kawabata's Seat only had Soup Stain, and no Blue Color left from wiping Jeans, while Mr. Isozaki's Wet Towel would have Soup Stain and the shed Color from the Jeans. This is Evidence that the toxic Wet Towel is his, and that he switched the Wet Towel…”
Hissashi stayed with Conan, circling Conan's Arm, listening to Conan's Reasoning.
It did see Kaizo Isozaki secretly switch the Towels. It originally wanted to remind Master, but Master seemed to have Seen it too, and didn't Say anything for some Reason. Was it probably wanting to Investigate the Modus Operandi first?
"By the Way, you asked the forensic personnel to come to the Washroom, are you trying to Investigate whether the Bottle he used to hold the Poisonous Substance was thrown in the Washroom?" Conan continued to ponder, "I think even if the Bottle containing Cyanide is found, since he would think of using a Wet Towel to get onto the Poisonous Substance to avoid detecting Toxin Reaction on his hands, it is impossible for him to leave Trace such as Fingerprint."
Chi Feichei Reached Out and picked up Hissashi, "The forensic personnel found a Small Bottle containing Cyanide in the Trash Can in the Men's Restroom. In addition, Cyanide Reaction was detected in the Drain under the Toilet in another Compartment, and there was also another ingredient, Wafer Paper that had not completely melted. There was also Cyanide on the Wafer Paper…”
"Huh?" Conan was stunned.
Since Chi Feichei mentioned it, it meant the Wafer Paper was Important.
Wafer Paper is an edible Film, transparent and tasteless. It is generally made by mixing starch, gelatin, and a small amount of lecithin, casting it into a Film, and drying it. It melts in Water.
The appearance of this Thing that shouldn't be in his Reasoning indicated that there was a Problem in one of the links in his Reasoning.
Wait? Melt in Water?
Toxin on the side and bottom of the Ashtray, Wafer Paper…
"You asked before whether the Ashtray and Cigarette Butt had Toxin Reaction," Conan looked at Chi Feichei hesitantly, "Are you Suspecting that another Person Poisoned and Killed Mr. Kawabata? But…”
"Mr. Isozaki did want to Poison, and did apply Toxin to the bottom of the Turntable," Chi Feichei provided Conan with the most Key Clue, "But I can be sure that Mr. Kawabata did not touch the Turntable at all, let alone touch the bottom of the Turntable."
Conan was stunned, and a flash of Spirit flashed in his mind, "You turned the Turntable Intentionally before?"
"Sort of," Chi Feichei found an Excuse, "Because Mr. Kawabata Said he hated those two Dishes, and Mr. Isozaki kept turning those two Dishes in front of him, so I turned the Dishes away."
"That's Weird," Conan Stared at Chi Feichei Suspiciously, "For this kind of unfamiliar Person, would you care whether he is happy eating or not?"
Chi Feichei looked directly at Conan, "I can Foresee the Future."
Conan's Expression became Subtle for a moment. His Expression was so serious, and he Said it as if it were true. He Suspected that Chi Feichei's Hysteria had relapsed, and he was again fantasizing that he had Esper Power. Originally, after spending a long Time together, he thought Chi Feichei just had Personality Problem, and there was nothing wrong with his Mental State. Now it seemed that there were still more or less Problems, "I Say, you… cough, it's nothing, uh… then if Mr. Isozaki's Plan didn't succeed, setting aside what he did, then there is another Poisoner, and it is precisely another Person who caused Mr. Kawabata's Death. Now the Toxin Reaction Detection over at the Dining Room has been completed. Except for the Cutlery, Ashtray, Wet Towel, and Mr. Kawabata's hands, there is no Toxin Reaction in other Places. Judging from this, another Person's Modus Operandi should be to apply Cyanide or sprinkle Cyanide Powder on the bottom of the Ashtray, and then carefully paste Wafer Paper on it, sticking the edges. When setting the Cutlery, they would bring it up and give it to Mr. Kawabata. Because Wafer Paper is very thin, as long as it is pasted flat on the bottom of the Ashtray and the edges do not exceed the edges of the Ashtray, normal person may not even Sense it even if they take it with their hands, let alone See it. Afterwards, as long as…”
Conan suddenly stopped, his Face becoming very unsightly.
"As long as before eating Peking Duck, Soup or Tea is spilled on the Table, the Wafer Paper under the Ashtray will slowly melt, and when Mr. Kawabata Sees that Soup or Tea has been spilled in front of him, he will also pick up the Ashtray and use a Wet Towel to Clean Up," Chi Feichei took over, "Because there are Cigarette Butt and Cigarette Ash in the Ashtray, normal person will choose to take the Ashtray from the Side and use their fingers to drag on the bottom of the Ashtray to assist in exerting force, in order not to get their fingers dirty, instead of putting their fingers inside the Ashtray. After taking the Ashtray, they will also wipe their fingers. In this way, no matter which Hand Mr. Kawabata uses to take the Ashtray, Toxin will get onto the Wet Towel, and then get onto the other Hand when wiping his hands later…”
"It's just that there was an Accident during the Meal…"
"The Criminal didn't have Time to Start Doing it, but Mr. Kawabata bumped into Ran's elbow and accidentally spilled the Soup Bowl." Conan's voice was low, and he felt a little Uncomfortable in his Heart.
Although, even if there was no such incident with Ran, the Murderer would probably have taken the initiative to spill something, so there was no need to blame oneself, but with Ran's Personality, once she knew about these Things, she would definitely feel that she was an accomplice to Murder.
Right, Just Like the Time when they went to America and met Sharon.
Initially, Backstage of the Stage Play, the Rope hanging the Armor aged, and the heavy Armor fell Downwards when they passed by. And the clothes of that actress named Rose were hooked by a Nail. It was Ran who rushed up at the most critical moment and rescued Rose before Rose was hit by the Armor.
As a result, Rose then Murdered the male actor Keith during the Performance of the Stage Play.
He asked His Mom to Deduce at that Time, and made Rose admit her Crime of Murder.
And when Rose was taken away by the Police, she turned her head and Said something to Ran:
"In any case, God still favors me. When the Armor fell, my Costume happened to be hooked by a Nail. Fortunately, she Helped me, so I escaped a disaster…”
"Thank You, lovely angel, it's all Because of your Help that my wish was able to be realized…”
That Day, the ugliness of those actors harboring ulterior motives, Rose's laughter when she left, and Ran's appearance of standing in Original Place in a daze and lost in Spirit, he remembered all of that vividly.
Ran also had a Cold and Fever at that Time. Because this Memory was really not pleasant, after waking up, she selectively forgot about that trip to America.
However, Ran Said before that she had Seen Sharon… Apart from that Time, Ran should not have Seen Sharon, right? Has she already Recalled something?
"Ah?" Conan frowned and pondered, suddenly feeling a Coldness on his Forehead. He raised his eyes and Saw a slightly cool Hand placed on his Forehead.
"Your Expression is very Weird," Chi Feichei Saw Conan regain his senses and withdrew his Hand, "Not just generally Weird."
"Ahahaha, it's nothing…" Conan Acting Cute and laughed dryly for a while, then quickly looked troubled, "I'm worried that Ran will feel Sad Because of this inside story."
Putting aside whether Ran has Recalled that Incident, if the Same Thing happens again this Time, Ran will probably be able to Recall the Things that happened after meeting Sharon that year, and know that Akai Shuichi is FBI.
Chi Feichei ‘Uh-huh’ acknowledged, melancholic Woman are more likely to get into a dead end, "Later, you handle the Reasoning, I'll find an Excuse to have her Keep Company me to get Things in the Car in the Parking Lot."
"Is it convenient for you to leave?" Conan asked.
With Chi Feichei following, there was no need to worry about Ran returning halfway Because of some Accident and accidentally hearing it. It was more reliable, but Chi Feichei's Suspicion was still not low now, and Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo, who was not familiar with them, might not be willing to let Chi Feichei leave the Dining Room.
"It's okay, I'll sneak away with Ran while they're not paying attention."
Chi Feichei also felt that Heng Gou Jugo would not let people go, but no matter what, he had to leave with Ran.
He suddenly Thought of one Matter:
Ran took his Cold Medicine, and may not have a Fever and faint. The American Incident that should have been Recalled may not be remembered.
But if there is an inside story in this Case, Ran is stimulated in a similar way, and it is very likely that she will think of the Incident that happened after meeting Sharon that year and know that Akai Shuichi is FBI Allies.
It seems that everything is destined, and there is an invisible Rule Chain that arranges and plans everything.
He had a Premonition that if he let Ran go to the Parking Lot alone, Ran would definitely return for some Reason, and Recall the American Case through stimulation, correcting the Change of Rail Tracks brought about by his providing Cold Medicine.
Heavens seemed determined to send Conan a Clue—that Man wearing a Black Yarn hat, Akai Shuichi, who was wandering around the Vicinity of Mori Detective Agency, was FBI Allies.
He was also happy to See the Full Moon Night Incident proceed in its Original Direction, and it was also necessary for Conan to grasp some Important Clues, but he didn't want to use this Method where he was also calculated into it.
Simply put, he felt that he was Routined by Fate again, he was unhappy, and wanted to Counterattack…
(End of Chapter)
Heng Gou Jugo let out a breath, suddenly realizing that the atmosphere was off.
Around him, the deceased's table mates, Hotel Guests, Hotel Shopkeeper, and other Police Officer were all staring blankly at Heng Gou Jugo.
So fierce…
Heng Gou Jugo: “……”
His usual calm and wise image had collapsed.
Also, would he be seen as stern and unsympathetic? What should he do now? Should he explain? But wouldn't explaining make him lose Face and seem fickle?
Conan watched Heng Gou Jugo’s face change drastically, alternating between cloudy and sunny, and fell silent, lowering his head in thought.
He suspected Chi Feichei was doing it intentionally, just to retaliate against Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo for previously ridiculing him as a ‘veterinarian who doesn’t do his job properly’ and a ‘Plague God’.
That Fellow was indeed petty. Luckily, he had always ridiculing him silently in his heart. Teacher Judy and Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo, who dared to ridiculing him directly, seemed to be quite annoyed.
But it was understandable. Chi Feichei seemed to be more tolerant of acquaintances. If they weren't close enough and ridiculing him, it was no wonder Chi Feichei would Counterattack.
Regardless, he should Solve a Case quickly, otherwise he would fall behind Chi Feichei again.
There was a lot of Toxin on the Wet Towel, but it wasn't brought over by turning the Turntable…
Huh? Wait, turning the Turntable?
He remembered someone frantically turning the Turntable, as if playing with it. Could it be that…
…
Chi Feichei left for a while, then returned, called the forensic personnel to the Washroom, and raised his eyes to see Conan leaning against the Wall Side waiting for him. He walked out.
Seeing Chi Feichei come out, Conan looked up at Chi Feichei, "I know too, who the Culprit is, and the Method used by the Culprit!"
Chi Feichei stopped at the Entrance of the Washroom, looking at Conan.
He didn't know which ‘Culprit’ Conan had discovered, but he Guess…
Conan touched his chin, "He first went to the Washroom, poured Cyanide on his Wet Towel, and after returning to his Seat, used the Wet Towel to apply the Poison to the bottom of the Turntable, so that when Mr. Kawabata turned the Turntable, Toxin would be left on his fingers. When eating Peking Duck, he made Mr. Kawabata ingest the Toxin and die. However, his Wet Towel had Cyanide on it and couldn't be kept Beside him. So, he probably took the opportunity to step forward when Uncle Mori was checking Mr. Kawabata's Vital Signs and switched his Towel with Mr. Kawabata's non-toxic Towel. Although Uncle Mori later told you to watch and not let anyone touch the Things on the Table, he had already completed the switch by then…”
Chi Feichei Nodded.
That's right, Kaizo Isozaki did switch the Towels, and had to switch them.
Otherwise, after the Police arrived, if a large amount of Cyanide was found on Kaizo Isozaki's Wet Towel, Kaizo Isozaki would also be unable to explain himself.
"Before, Mr. Kawabata's Jeans were spilled with Soup. When wiping with a Wet Towel, the Jeans would shed a little Color," Conan continued to Deduce in a low voice, "But the Wet Towel beside Mr. Kawabata's Seat only had Soup Stain, and no Blue Color left from wiping Jeans, while Mr. Isozaki's Wet Towel would have Soup Stain and the shed Color from the Jeans. This is Evidence that the toxic Wet Towel is his, and that he switched the Wet Towel…”
Hissashi stayed with Conan, circling Conan's Arm, listening to Conan's Reasoning.
It did see Kaizo Isozaki secretly switch the Towels. It originally wanted to remind Master, but Master seemed to have Seen it too, and didn't Say anything for some Reason. Was it probably wanting to Investigate the Modus Operandi first?
"By the Way, you asked the forensic personnel to come to the Washroom, are you trying to Investigate whether the Bottle he used to hold the Poisonous Substance was thrown in the Washroom?" Conan continued to ponder, "I think even if the Bottle containing Cyanide is found, since he would think of using a Wet Towel to get onto the Poisonous Substance to avoid detecting Toxin Reaction on his hands, it is impossible for him to leave Trace such as Fingerprint."
Chi Feichei Reached Out and picked up Hissashi, "The forensic personnel found a Small Bottle containing Cyanide in the Trash Can in the Men's Restroom. In addition, Cyanide Reaction was detected in the Drain under the Toilet in another Compartment, and there was also another ingredient, Wafer Paper that had not completely melted. There was also Cyanide on the Wafer Paper…”
"Huh?" Conan was stunned.
Since Chi Feichei mentioned it, it meant the Wafer Paper was Important.
Wafer Paper is an edible Film, transparent and tasteless. It is generally made by mixing starch, gelatin, and a small amount of lecithin, casting it into a Film, and drying it. It melts in Water.
The appearance of this Thing that shouldn't be in his Reasoning indicated that there was a Problem in one of the links in his Reasoning.
Wait? Melt in Water?
Toxin on the side and bottom of the Ashtray, Wafer Paper…
"You asked before whether the Ashtray and Cigarette Butt had Toxin Reaction," Conan looked at Chi Feichei hesitantly, "Are you Suspecting that another Person Poisoned and Killed Mr. Kawabata? But…”
"Mr. Isozaki did want to Poison, and did apply Toxin to the bottom of the Turntable," Chi Feichei provided Conan with the most Key Clue, "But I can be sure that Mr. Kawabata did not touch the Turntable at all, let alone touch the bottom of the Turntable."
Conan was stunned, and a flash of Spirit flashed in his mind, "You turned the Turntable Intentionally before?"
"Sort of," Chi Feichei found an Excuse, "Because Mr. Kawabata Said he hated those two Dishes, and Mr. Isozaki kept turning those two Dishes in front of him, so I turned the Dishes away."
"That's Weird," Conan Stared at Chi Feichei Suspiciously, "For this kind of unfamiliar Person, would you care whether he is happy eating or not?"
Chi Feichei looked directly at Conan, "I can Foresee the Future."
Conan's Expression became Subtle for a moment. His Expression was so serious, and he Said it as if it were true. He Suspected that Chi Feichei's Hysteria had relapsed, and he was again fantasizing that he had Esper Power. Originally, after spending a long Time together, he thought Chi Feichei just had Personality Problem, and there was nothing wrong with his Mental State. Now it seemed that there were still more or less Problems, "I Say, you… cough, it's nothing, uh… then if Mr. Isozaki's Plan didn't succeed, setting aside what he did, then there is another Poisoner, and it is precisely another Person who caused Mr. Kawabata's Death. Now the Toxin Reaction Detection over at the Dining Room has been completed. Except for the Cutlery, Ashtray, Wet Towel, and Mr. Kawabata's hands, there is no Toxin Reaction in other Places. Judging from this, another Person's Modus Operandi should be to apply Cyanide or sprinkle Cyanide Powder on the bottom of the Ashtray, and then carefully paste Wafer Paper on it, sticking the edges. When setting the Cutlery, they would bring it up and give it to Mr. Kawabata. Because Wafer Paper is very thin, as long as it is pasted flat on the bottom of the Ashtray and the edges do not exceed the edges of the Ashtray, normal person may not even Sense it even if they take it with their hands, let alone See it. Afterwards, as long as…”
Conan suddenly stopped, his Face becoming very unsightly.
"As long as before eating Peking Duck, Soup or Tea is spilled on the Table, the Wafer Paper under the Ashtray will slowly melt, and when Mr. Kawabata Sees that Soup or Tea has been spilled in front of him, he will also pick up the Ashtray and use a Wet Towel to Clean Up," Chi Feichei took over, "Because there are Cigarette Butt and Cigarette Ash in the Ashtray, normal person will choose to take the Ashtray from the Side and use their fingers to drag on the bottom of the Ashtray to assist in exerting force, in order not to get their fingers dirty, instead of putting their fingers inside the Ashtray. After taking the Ashtray, they will also wipe their fingers. In this way, no matter which Hand Mr. Kawabata uses to take the Ashtray, Toxin will get onto the Wet Towel, and then get onto the other Hand when wiping his hands later…”
"It's just that there was an Accident during the Meal…"
"The Criminal didn't have Time to Start Doing it, but Mr. Kawabata bumped into Ran's elbow and accidentally spilled the Soup Bowl." Conan's voice was low, and he felt a little Uncomfortable in his Heart.
Although, even if there was no such incident with Ran, the Murderer would probably have taken the initiative to spill something, so there was no need to blame oneself, but with Ran's Personality, once she knew about these Things, she would definitely feel that she was an accomplice to Murder.
Right, Just Like the Time when they went to America and met Sharon.
Initially, Backstage of the Stage Play, the Rope hanging the Armor aged, and the heavy Armor fell Downwards when they passed by. And the clothes of that actress named Rose were hooked by a Nail. It was Ran who rushed up at the most critical moment and rescued Rose before Rose was hit by the Armor.
As a result, Rose then Murdered the male actor Keith during the Performance of the Stage Play.
He asked His Mom to Deduce at that Time, and made Rose admit her Crime of Murder.
And when Rose was taken away by the Police, she turned her head and Said something to Ran:
"In any case, God still favors me. When the Armor fell, my Costume happened to be hooked by a Nail. Fortunately, she Helped me, so I escaped a disaster…”
"Thank You, lovely angel, it's all Because of your Help that my wish was able to be realized…”
That Day, the ugliness of those actors harboring ulterior motives, Rose's laughter when she left, and Ran's appearance of standing in Original Place in a daze and lost in Spirit, he remembered all of that vividly.
Ran also had a Cold and Fever at that Time. Because this Memory was really not pleasant, after waking up, she selectively forgot about that trip to America.
However, Ran Said before that she had Seen Sharon… Apart from that Time, Ran should not have Seen Sharon, right? Has she already Recalled something?
"Ah?" Conan frowned and pondered, suddenly feeling a Coldness on his Forehead. He raised his eyes and Saw a slightly cool Hand placed on his Forehead.
"Your Expression is very Weird," Chi Feichei Saw Conan regain his senses and withdrew his Hand, "Not just generally Weird."
"Ahahaha, it's nothing…" Conan Acting Cute and laughed dryly for a while, then quickly looked troubled, "I'm worried that Ran will feel Sad Because of this inside story."
Putting aside whether Ran has Recalled that Incident, if the Same Thing happens again this Time, Ran will probably be able to Recall the Things that happened after meeting Sharon that year, and know that Akai Shuichi is FBI.
Chi Feichei ‘Uh-huh’ acknowledged, melancholic Woman are more likely to get into a dead end, "Later, you handle the Reasoning, I'll find an Excuse to have her Keep Company me to get Things in the Car in the Parking Lot."
"Is it convenient for you to leave?" Conan asked.
With Chi Feichei following, there was no need to worry about Ran returning halfway Because of some Accident and accidentally hearing it. It was more reliable, but Chi Feichei's Suspicion was still not low now, and Police Officer Heng Gou Jugo, who was not familiar with them, might not be willing to let Chi Feichei leave the Dining Room.
"It's okay, I'll sneak away with Ran while they're not paying attention."
Chi Feichei also felt that Heng Gou Jugo would not let people go, but no matter what, he had to leave with Ran.
He suddenly Thought of one Matter:
Ran took his Cold Medicine, and may not have a Fever and faint. The American Incident that should have been Recalled may not be remembered.
But if there is an inside story in this Case, Ran is stimulated in a similar way, and it is very likely that she will think of the Incident that happened after meeting Sharon that year and know that Akai Shuichi is FBI Allies.
It seems that everything is destined, and there is an invisible Rule Chain that arranges and plans everything.
He had a Premonition that if he let Ran go to the Parking Lot alone, Ran would definitely return for some Reason, and Recall the American Case through stimulation, correcting the Change of Rail Tracks brought about by his providing Cold Medicine.
Heavens seemed determined to send Conan a Clue—that Man wearing a Black Yarn hat, Akai Shuichi, who was wandering around the Vicinity of Mori Detective Agency, was FBI Allies.
He was also happy to See the Full Moon Night Incident proceed in its Original Direction, and it was also necessary for Conan to grasp some Important Clues, but he didn't want to use this Method where he was also calculated into it.
Simply put, he felt that he was Routined by Fate again, he was unhappy, and wanted to Counterattack…
(End of Chapter)
