Bab 406: Chapter 404: Malicious Words
With the introduction by Saburo Hanyu, Senichi gained a preliminary understanding of the people who had just admired the paintings.
First, there was a man with glasses and a mole on one side of his nose. His name was Haruhiko Hanyu, the nephew of Saburo Hanyu, and an astronomer.
Next was a man with a long ponytail named Hachi Hiromi, a painter.
As for the only woman among the four, she was a journalist for an art magazine named Okahara Makoto.
The last one was a painter named Kira Kanshirou, who was carrying a cup and already a bit drunk.
Afterwards, Saburo Hanyu introduced his daughter. The two groups got to know each other, and everyone gradually started talking and becoming acquainted.
Perhaps due to their similar ages and being girls, Sakurako Hanyu quickly became acquainted with Sonoko and Ran, and the three of them chatted amicably.
"But, uncle actually has a daughter. I've never heard him mention it." Shortly after, Haruhiko Hanyu, holding a cup of wine, walked over and said something intriguing to Sakurako Hanyu.
While it might be normal for others to not be acquainted with Sakurako Hanyu, it was surprising that Haruhiko Hanyu, who was the nephew, didn't know his own cousin.
"I actually just recently recognized my father. Even I, didn't expect that I am the daughter of the famous painter Saburo Hanyu, who disappeared five years ago..."
Sakurako Hanyu looked at the people around her and explained with a hint of sadness, "My mother only told me before she passed away that the father who disappeared five years ago was not my biological father..."
"Hmph, that sounds nice, but it's just one-sided words from that guy Saburo." Kira Kanshirou, with a belch, spoke with ill intentions, "Maybe all of this is just a well-performed play you two orchestrated."
"Who are you, old man?" Sonoko couldn't help but ask with a look of displeasure upon hearing that.
"He is a competitor of master Saburo... In their youth, the two were evenly matched opponents..."
The butler on the side looked at the man and said, "But because master Saburo gradually surpassed him in painting skills, he lost his ambition and became a guy who only drinks every day, without any artwork for a long time..."
"Hmph! Saburo Hanyu's words just sound nice." Kira Kanshirou took another sip of wine, looking disdainful, "Maybe all of this is fake, just a well-performed play by you two."
"Although I am not pleased with you speaking ill of my uncle, I also have a skeptical attitude towards this matter."
Haruhiko Hanyu looked at Sakurako Hanyu with hostility and said, "I have never heard of my uncle, who has never been married, having any objects of affection, let alone having such a big child...
Over the years, as my uncle became famous, many shameless and beautiful young women approached him, wanting to gain his wealth..."
Speaking of this, Haruhiko Hanyu's gaze carried a provocative sweep over Sakurako Hanyu, and he spoke with ill intentions, "Speaking of which, Sakurako, whether in appearance or figure, you're top-notch. I can't tell at all that you've just entered your freshman year..."
"...."
Facing Haruhiko Hanyu's words, Sakurako Hanyu remained silent without uttering a word.
"Hey! What do you mean by that statement!!"
Sonoko, upon hearing Haruhiko Hanyu's words and seeing his malicious gaze, immediately expressed her displeasure like an agitated cat, "Speaking such words to a girl is very rude!"
Haruhiko Hanyu, upon hearing Sonoko's words, wore an unpleasant expression but didn't dare to say much. He just snorted and soon turned and walked away.
After the recent introduction, he knew this was the daughter of the Suzuki conglomerate, and although his own family had some money, compared to the Suzuki family, it was nothing. There was no need to offend them over a couple of remarks.
"Thank you, Sonoko." After Haruhiko Hanyu left in a huff, Sakurako Hanyu looked at Sonoko gratefully.
"It's nothing!" Sonoko waved her hand casually, "I just don't like guys who speak disrespectfully! "
"By the way, that painting is really beautiful." Ran, looking at the portrait in the distance, smiled and said, "I'm sure your father must love you very much. You can see the artist's dedication."
"Yeah... he really loves me..."
Sakurako Hanyu was momentarily stunned, then nodded and smiled, "Let's not talk about that. I'll take you to the garden. The scenery here is really nice."
"Oh! Then I'll leave it to you!" Sonoko nodded first, then took Ran and Ayako with her, following Sakurako Hanyu outside.
Under Sakurako Hanyu's guidance, Senichi's group arrived at the outdoor garden.
"This place is amazing! The scenery is really good." Ayako, circling Senichi's arm, admired the surroundings and couldn't help praising.
"Wow! It's incredible. There's even a small waterfall." Sonoko, seeing the waterfall and small lake outside the courtyard, couldn't help but run over, "Ran, look, there are even fish!"
"Amazing, it's like being in a tourist attraction." Ran looked around and couldn't help but exclaim.
"My father said it took two years to build this place completely..." Sakurako Hanyu smiled and said, "The garden is quite large; feel free to stroll around."
"Woof!"
"Woof! Woof!"
Accompanied by barks, a small white dog ran straight towards Sakurako Hanyu.
"Wow! So cute!" Ran looked at the milky white dog and asked Sakurako Hanyu, "Is this the one you're raising?"
"I picked up Paulo." Sakurako patted Paulo's head and showed a bright smile, "He got lost in the mountains, and I brought him back."
"So adorable, small and fluffy." Sonoko, with a look of wanting to pet, said, "I really want to pet him..."
"It's okay, Paulo is very gentle." Sakurako Hanyu lifted Paulo and handed him to Sonoko, and the three girls played happily.
"Hey, Sister Sakurako, across the river, there is a house too. Is that also your home?"
Conan and Senichi, following them, appeared to be appreciating the scenery, but in reality, they were observing the overall layout. When a detective comes to a new place, the first thing is to familiarize themselves with the surroundings.
Especially when dealing with Kaito Kid, it's essential to understand the environment to avoid getting lost during the pursuit.
"Oh... that's Lavender Manor." Sakurako Hanyu looked at the house Conan pointed to and smiled, "When you came, there was a large lavender field outside, right? That's built around that house.
But that house isn't for living; it's my dad's studio."
Saying this, Sakurako Hanyu looked at Conan and smiled, "Do you want to take a look?"
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