The four women walked into the living room; Takayanagi Sumie's elegance, Takagi Saya's playfulness, Busujima Saeko's sharp intensity, and Sato Miwako's competence were splendid, like a blooming bouquet.
The moment Sato Miwako was led into the living room by Takayanagi Sumie, her gaze was immediately drawn to Kamishiro Yu sitting on the sofa.
That familiar figure still carried a hint of laziness and composure, as if everything was within his control.
Her heart rate couldn't help but quicken, and scenes from many years ago surfaced in her mind.
That was the only book signing Kamishiro Yu had ever held.
She had waited in line for two whole hours just to see the mystery novelist she had long admired.
At first glance, she felt that Kamishiro Yu was excessively young, and very handsome!
Even though Kamishiro Yu was wearing a mask at the time, his profound eyes and tall, straight figure still left a deep impression on her.
At the signing, Kamishiro Yu smiled as he signed her name and softly asked her, "Do you like my books?"
In that moment, her heart nearly stopped, and she could only blush and nod.
It was only after that moment that they established contact.
Now, seeing Kamishiro Yu again, her mood was still complicated.
Her gaze lingered on Kamishiro Yu's face for a moment before quickly moving away, as if afraid he would see through her thoughts.
Her fingers unconsciously rubbed the strap of her bag, trying to use this action to ease her inner tension.
Kamishiro Yu looked at Sato Miwako, his eyes carrying a faint smile.
Today, she was wearing a light blue suit; the well-tailored pencil skirt outlined her slender legs, and flesh-colored stockings added a touch of professional feminine charm.
Her makeup was delicate yet subtle, and her demeanor exuded competence, but at this moment, she carried a rare hint of shyness.
Kamishiro Yu slightly raised his hand and greeted her: "Miwako, long time no see!"
"Sit here, don't be too polite, just treat this place like your own home!"
Sato Miwako did not refuse Kamishiro Yu's words.
She sat next to Kamishiro Yu, feeling the faint, reassuring scent emanating from him, and her heart rate quickened slightly.
Her fair fingers trembled slightly, and she subconsciously tightened her grip on the bag in her hand, trying to hide her internal tension.
Sato Miwako heard his voice, paused slightly, and then responded somewhat nervously: "Y-yes, it has been a long time."
Sato Miwako kept questioning herself internally: *What am I doing? I'm already a detective, so why am I acting so weak and timid in front of Yu-kun, like a criminal?*
Kamishiro Yu noticed her nervousness, gently patted her shoulder, and introduced Sato Miwako to the three women.
"This is Sato Miwako. She's a police detective, and she's publicly recognized as the flower of the metropolitan police department."
Hearing Kamishiro Yu's words, Sato Miwako blushed crimson and lowered her head.
The flower of the metropolitan police department—such an embarrassing title! How could Yu-kun have the nerve to say it right in front of her?
The three women in front of her were not inferior to her in looks, and their figures were even more stunning.
She wished she could find a hole and crawl into it.
Kamishiro Yu acted as if he hadn't noticed Sato Miwako's shyness, and then introduced the three women sitting beside him to her:
"This is Takayanagi Sumie, this is Takagi Saya, and this is Busujima Saeko."
"The latter two are currently studying at Teitan High School, and they are in the same class as Ran and Sonoko."
The three women's attitudes differed: Takayanagi Sumie smiled in response, appearing very gentle;
Takagi Saya, however, pouted, a hint of dissatisfaction in her eyes;
Busujima Saeko remained silent, merely nodding slightly as a greeting.
"Teitan High School?"
However, she didn't have the nerve to ask about the relationship between Takayanagi Sumie and Kamishiro Yu.
Her gaze lingered on Takayanagi Sumie's face for a moment.
She tried to discern something from her expression, but Takayanagi Sumie's smile remained gentle, revealing nothing.
After a round of pleasantries, she got straight to the point:
"Actually, I came here this time to tell you that Guitong, the former leader of the Ni Can Society, has disappeared. We suspect he might come looking for trouble with you."
Her tone carried a hint of worry, and she stared intently at Kamishiro Yu, trying to discern something from his expression.
Kamishiro Yu, however, seemed completely normal.
He leaned lightly on the sofa and laughed:
"It's a society ruled by law now, and with Miwako here, there's nothing to fear."
His tone held a hint of teasing, but his eyes revealed confidence.
Hearing this, Takagi Saya couldn't help but gently pinch the soft flesh around Kamishiro Yu's waist, her eyes carrying a warning.
This blatant flirting—did he think the three of them didn't exist?
Although her movement was slight, it made Kamishiro Yu restrain himself somewhat.
He lightly coughed, and the smile on his face slightly faded.
"Are you that relieved just because I'm here?"
When Sato Miwako heard Kamishiro Yu's words, her heart couldn't help but flutter, like a startled deer.
Her cheeks flushed slightly, and she unconsciously gripped her bag strap, trying to hide her inner turmoil.
She took a deep breath, forced herself to calm down, then took out her phone from her bag and said softly:
"I've re-added your contact information this time. You can contact me if anything happens in the future."
Kamishiro Yu nodded, agreeing readily.
He felt that the current Sato Miwako truly possessed the charm of a detective; no wonder she was called the flower of the metropolitan police department.
Especially when discussing serious matters, her demeanor was completely different from her previous shyness, giving off a heroic and spirited feeling.
Seeing that it was getting late, Takayanagi Sumie smiled and tried to persuade Sato Miwako to stay:
"Officer Sato, it's getting late. Why don't you stay and have dinner with us?"
"We just happened to make a little extra food."
Sato Miwako looked at the women and couldn't help but hesitate.
She really wanted to stay, but with so many women present, she felt a bit uncomfortable.
She gently shook her head and politely refused:
"Thank you, but I should head back now. Let's make plans next time."
Her gaze lingered on Kamishiro Yu's face for a moment, and she secretly resolved that next time, she must ask him out for a meal alone.
After Sato Miwako left, the atmosphere in the living room immediately became serious.
Takagi Saya crossed her arms, a hint of dissatisfaction in her eyes: "Yu-kun, shouldn't you explain yourself?"
Her tone carried a hint of interrogation; clearly, she was displeased with Kamishiro Yu's attitude.
How could another woman just casually show up, and the flower of the metropolitan police department at that!
And he even flirted with her right in front of them!
Although Busujima Saeko didn't speak, her eyes also held a hint of scrutiny.
Takayanagi Sumie, meanwhile, left the battlefield to the two women and went to prepare dinner.
Her back view appeared especially plump; the swaying of her voluptuous figure made Kamishiro Yu feel completely mesmerized.
Kamishiro Yu took a deep breath.
He could only bring out his ultimate weapon.
He slowly said, "Actually, I plan to return to the Corpse World for a trip. Do you want to go back together?"
Busujima Saeko and Takagi Saya were instantly and pleasantly surprised.
Even if the Main World was peaceful and beautiful, they originated from the Corpse World, so they still felt more attached to that place.
However, the prerequisite, of course, was that Kamishiro Yu went with them.
Otherwise, any place with Kamishiro Yu was better!
Busujima Saeko and Takagi Saya couldn't help but exchange glances, then nodded, indicating their agreement.
Then tonight, they would have to leave Kamishiro Yu to Sister Sumie.
PS: The image is Takayanagi Sumie.