Chapter Seventy-Eight: Professor Moriya's Challenge 4
It's another pleasant Saturday, and Conan and the others happily arrive at Professor Moriya's house.
Conan looked at the luxurious villa in Moriya's family and said enviously, "Wow! So big villa. Much better than our home. And full of British style! ”
Mori Kogoro, who was wearing a blue suit, said speechlessly, "Hey, little ghost." People are architects, alas. It is natural to design such a luxurious villa. You look at their doormen. All in red uniforms. It seems more formal. Apparently a wealthy family. Conan, why are you running so fast! ”
At this time, Conan, who had just gotten out of the taxi, ran directly to the compound of the Moriya family. Mao Lilan, who was wearing a blue dress on the side, hurriedly showed the invitation to the doorman next to him. Only then was he not hindered and entered the villa compound smoothly.
"Sister Xiaolan, look at the decorations of the flower beds on both sides!"
Mao Lilan grabbed Conan, who was about to run around, and said dissatisfiedly, "Don't run around." It's big here. I'm afraid I won't find you. ”
Then, Conan and the others slowly walked to the main square to take a closer look at the Moriya family's villa.
(Just now they were just looking at the flower garden outside, because there were still steps.) So they need to walk up to see the real compound. )
Mori Kogoro looked at the beautiful Western-style fountain in the center of the compound, and the surrounding lawn decorated with a large number of beautiful flowers and plants, and exclaimed: "This is indeed a traditional Western building from the 17th century, the Orthodox Stuart Dynasty!" If you look at the fountain, and then look at the flowers and plants, it is full of Western style. ”
Conan and Mori Lan looked at Mori Kogoro with surprise, and of course Mori Kogoro looked at Conan with a smug gaze. Because this is a proof that he has a very large amount of knowledge.
Mao Lilan said in admiration: "Dad, you are so amazing. Where did you learn it? How can you be so proficient in architecture? ”
"Haha, it's a trifle. I'm a Maori detective. But a famous detective. Naturally, you must be erudite and talented, and you will be rich in learning. People used to call me the Mobile Library! Now you look to the left and right. ”
Maoriran found that the left and right sides were very symmetrical. Very much in line with the architectural aesthetics. Praise said that Dad is amazing. Even this little detail can be found.
(At this time, Conan looked at the braggart Mori Kogoro and kept laughing awkwardly.) Because every time he identifies the person is not the murderer, but the person he thinks cannot be the murderer is often him. Is it a question of Maori detective ability, or is Conan too powerful? This is a problem. )
Mori Kogoro continued, "Let's stand in the middle of the spring again, and you can see how the whole layout is." That fountain is equivalent to the center of the entire courtyard. It's the finishing touch! ”
"Really? Father. As he inquired, he looked at the scenery around him to see if what his father was telling was true.
Of course, Conan, who was following behind, smiled. Because it's originally Western-style. He's a well-known architect, alas. The design is naturally beautiful. Especially when designing your own home, you can't treat yourself badly.
At this time, Maolilan walked near the fountain, listened to the sound of the fountain, and looked at the symmetrical trees next to it. I was stunned.
"Wow, Dad. You're right. It's exactly the same left and right. You see, the trees on both sides are five on each side. And they're symmetrical. ”
Mori Kogoro laughed and said, "This kind of building is called symmetrical design. The beauty of symmetry is actually quite good. Professor Moriya spent time in country Y until high school, and naturally he was fascinated by Western-style architecture. Their greatest feature is symmetry. Especially that kind of castle. It's very good-looking. His obsession with classical symmetrical architecture is almost in a state of madness. ”
Conan had been wondering when Kogoro Mori was so powerful, and suddenly found that he was holding a notebook that recorded Professor Moriya's hobbies, abilities, and other information. No wonder it was so powerful just now. I see.
Mori Kogoro ignored Conan's embarrassed smile, and then bragged to Xiaolan: "His original name was Sadaharu Moriya, but later for other reasons, he changed to the symmetrical emperor Er." Then he looked up at the beautiful garden.
For Conan. What is too persistent is pathological. This is the truth that the extremes of things must be opposed.
After listening to his father's explanation, Mao Lilan looked carefully at the surrounding scenery and shouted happily, "It's the first time I've seen such a beautiful scenery!" ”
(Conan laughs, there's a lot more beautiful scenery outside.) It's not bad for this one. )
At this time, Professor Moriya, who was wearing a green suit and had an eagle-headed finch brain, walked near Kogoro Mori, who was watching the scenery.
(He has a fierce face.) I saw that faint cruelty in his eyes. This perfectly explains Professor Moriya's pathological attachment to the so-called symmetry. )
"Hello, Maori detective, it's an honour to have your compliment. I'm Teiji Moriya. ”
When Moriya saw him, he retreated in surprise. It seems very rude.
When Maori Kogoro saw Xiaolan's appearance, he took the initiative to walk up to him, shook hands with him, and said, "This is my daughter, Maori Lan." That little imp with glasses is Conan who lives in my house. ”
Then he gestured with his hand to introduce Conan, and Maoriran.
Mao Lilan then explained: "Because Kudo Shinichi really can't be invited to the meeting, he has to let us participate instead, please forgive me." ”
At this time, Professor Moriya thought for a long time and said to himself, "That's the case, Mr. Kudo has no way to come!" ”
(At this point, Conan had no choice but to smile.) Because he is Shinichi Kudo. But he can't just say that he has become smaller. What if there are those black organization members in there. )
Conan looked at Professor Moriya with a thoughtful look on his face, and said directly to flatter: "My Uncle Maori is also a detective!" He's solved a lot of big cases! ”
(Actually, without Kudo Shinichi's help, Mori Kogoro could only help those people find lost kittens and dogs, and whether the husband or wife was out looking for a mistress or a thief.) It's a shame. )
Mori Kogoro was immediately upset when he heard the word "also". Questioned: "Little ghost, what do you mean!" Am I not as good as that stinky boy from Shinichi Kudo? ”
Professor Moriya Khan. I thought to myself, "Is this really the legendary Maori Kogoro?" Why is the heart eye so small? ”
Mao Lilan hurriedly ran to his side and dragged his father, who was about to say something big. While apologizing to Professor Moriya. While angrily saying that you are too rude.
At this time, Maori Kogoro also felt that he was rude and hurriedly apologized. This made Professor Moriya's face look better.
Professor Moriya said to Mori Kogoro, "Come on, come on, Detective Maori, please inside." Then he swung his left hand in the direction of the door of his house.
Afterwards, they walked to the outside of the courtyard of Professor Moriya's house.
"Wow, that's a lot of people!" Conan yelled.
Professor Moriya brought them into their backyard and said, "This is where the afternoon tea is held." Sit down at will. ”
Mao Lilan saw the beautiful scenery behind him and said enviously: "The backyard is also beautiful." ”
But Conan simply did not notice that in the lower left corner of him was bored drinking tea with gin and vodka them.
Gin looked at Professor Moriya and smiled. said: "I'm really not interested in this kind of afternoon tea party. If it weren't for him, it would still be useful. I would never come to this crowded place. Because it exposes our identity. ”
Vodka comforted: "Boss, you should be a little patient." After all, we still need their help with something! As for the design of that institute, it was thanks to his help. ”
After drinking a cup of jasmine tea, Gin said, "Let's go, we've been here too long." It's time to talk to Professor Moriya about us. ”
At this time, Conan was still stupid and thought, "It is worthy of an afternoon tea party organized by a famous architect." It's not a musician, a model, a well-known actor, a big entrepreneur and a critic. There are also some faces that are common people on TV. Hey, those two guys in black are so suspicious! Could it be gin? ”
Will Conan be spotted by them? What the hell are they looking for Professor Moriya...