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Chapter 170 - Hikari Yuki as one of the Suspects (3)

Hikari Yuki watched from the side while maintaining her expression, never breaking out of her acting in the slightest bit. She really wanted to laugh in her heart.

Margaret is really stupid.

It was truly a wonder how she managed to stay under Rum for such a long time.

Then again, Rum didn't exactly give direct order to her. 

Hikari Yuki didn't know who her direct superior was, though. She wasn't that close to the people under Rum line.

[Megumi Aiko [4]: Conan is starting to be suspicious of Margaret! I don't know why, though.

High School Student [2]: She must have said something odd… Are the people in the Winery so stupid?

Internationally Wanted Criminal [3]: If they're stupid, I think no. 5, no. 1, and no. 7 wouldn't be able to wait not rounding them all up from a long time ago. Just look at how much they managed to cause trouble so far.

University Student [6]: How about if you just start a live broadcast? I want to see how Margaret will cope up.

Megumi Aiko [4]: Sure, sure.]

…

No. 5 nearly had a heart attack when he heard what Megumi Aiko was planning. 

No. 1 is also on the scene!

And it's her real face.

He was starting to worry whether they would be fine after seeing her…

Uh wait, they'll know sooner or later that Hikari Yuki is no. 1.

Well, he was also curious.

…

The moment the live broadcast started, Hikari Yuki's eyes flickered slightly. She had the feeling of being watched and instantly understood after seeing the brain channel. Adjusting her angle, she made sure that they wouldn't be able to see her expression.

The only good thing is that the live broadcast didn't have the function of saving videos.

They could only upload real videos into the chat, which she did when she sent some materials about recognizing disguises.

'Well, I should be prepared to see them all in the future.'

After all, she could hide for the time being.

But if the system suddenly arranged for a performance that required her to meet with others, then she would have to come. At that time, the scene would be very interesting.

And at this time, they were not focusing on Hikari Yuki, but on Margaret.

Seeing Margaret's appearance, they were stunned.

…

[High School Student [2]: She surprisingly looks normal outside. I thought she'll be as fierce as when she was fighting no. 7

Internationally Wanted Criminal [3]: + 1 

Undercover Agent from Metropolitan Public Security [7]: Don't be ridiculous, we all have fake public identity outside. When we're not in the organization, we will still behave 'normal' in front of ordinary people. 

University Student [6]: Wouldn't anyone suspect you if you do that?

Doctor [9]: No, if they don't act normal outside, they'll never be able to get away from the police's suspicion. So everyone will definitely act to a certain extent.

Artist [11]: I think you all undercover agents should switch positions with me. You can definitely act much better than me.

Journalist [12]: Pfft, don't worry, you're pretty good, no. 11.

Artist [11]: QAQ.]

…

Margaret frowned when she sensed that she was being watched and her temper became even more irritable.

People who were used to staying in the dark didn't like to stay under the limelight.

And this naturally also includes staying around cameras.

While they wouldn't be able to always pinpoint where the camera is, their high sensitivity allowed them to know that they were being watched. And Margaret was also someone who has been trained rigorously.

So she sensed something was wrong.

She looked in Megumi Aiko's direction coldly.

"Anyway, if there's nothing else, can we go back first? I still have things to do."

No. 12 was hiding behind Sato Miwako right now and raised her hand. "Uhm, I also have an announcement in the evening…"

Only Hikari Yuki blinked and said, "While I don't have any appointments… I'm hungry."

The others: "..."

That's right, Hikari Yuki came here to eat but she encountered such a case. It has been more than two hours since they started investigating and questioning people.

Even though the three of them were suspects, it was not right to let them wait like this all the time.

"This, let's go through your belongings once again?"

"I already said that I don't bring anything dangerous." Margaret was clearly not cooperative.

The murder weapon was left on the scene. It was a big bone knife that the butcher usually used…

But it was rare to see them outside.

"If I show you, can I leave?" No. 12 was negotiating and clearly felt annoyed with the current situation.

"Well…" Hikari Yuki handed over her hand bag to Sato Miwako. She didn't want to appear directly in front of Megumi Aiko when the live broadcast was done.

It would be too much.

"Ah?"

"I only bring this bag when I come here and there's nothing much there," Hikari Yuki replied.

Inside her bag was a simple phone, wallet, makeup kit, tissue, and a mirror. It was all extremely common women's belongings.

No. 12 also gave hers to Megumi Aiko, who did a simple check.

It was similar to what Hikari Yuki brought with the addition of a notebook. It contained her schedule and plans for the day. Aside from that, there was also an earphone and mic for her work.

After all, no. 12 is a reporter who was working.

While Hikari Yuki didn't even have a job.

No, she has a part time job that she refused to say what it is. But she honestly didn't look like someone with jobs.

"Sister Yuki still hasn't found a permanent job?" Conan asked in his baby voice after seeing their belongings.

He now suspected Margaret, but there was no evidence.

Moreover, he had some doubts about her strength.

Can she be so strong?

Especially when no. 12 was right in the other room. The sound proofing was good, but it was not perfect. People with sensitive senses could still hear sound from outside.

Hikari Yuki arrived late and didn't hear the murder scene. 

But how about No. 12, Tsukasa Rika?

"Yes. I still want to have enough fun," Hikari Yuki replied with a smile.

Conan nodded and saw no. 12 taking the earphones. His eyes flashed in understanding.

No wonder Tsukasa Rika didn't hear anything.

The mic and microphone for reporters are very good because they often had to go on the scene in person. It has a certain degree of sound proofing.

As long as Sano Marta was not too loud, she would not attract Tsukasa Rika's attention. 

With this, Conan had already figured out the truth.

Now.. how should he start his deduction?

Megumi Aiko was out of the question. 

He didn't want to experience the feeling of being beaten up by Megumi Aiko.

But…

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