Chapter 37 Section thirty-seven

Hagimura fell silent. He felt the same way, so he couldn't refute it. "Oops, how should I report to my superiors? I have a headache." Bai Yuan scratched his head with mixed white hair. The place where we made an appointment to meet was at a certain coffee shop some distance from Qingshan Avenue.A lot of wood is used in the store, and it feels warm when sitting under the condensed lights.Jing Nai came here for the first time, and she thought to herself that it really is the atmosphere Xing Cheng likes.The seats are not neatly arranged, considering the embarrassment of not meeting the eyes of customers in the same row.She remembered the memory when Xingcheng talked about "Togami Pavilion" in Sakuragicho.A considerable number of pillars give customers a sense of security.Xingcheng is always able to put himself in other people's shoes at any time, and Jing Nai firmly believes that this is an inborn disposition, not an acquired one.

For the first time, Xingcheng arrived at the appointed time.He trotted over with an apologetic expression on his face. "Sorry, it takes more time than expected to investigate something..." "It's okay, don't worry about it. Is it related to cooking?" "No, it's not..." When the waiter came, Xingcheng interrupted the conversation and ordered an iced coffee. Later, they will go to "Togami-tei" in Azabu-Juban shop.Finally, the new diced beef rice bowl was successfully developed, and he wanted Jing Nai to try it. "Miss Gao, you lived in Yokosuka before, right?"

Hearing Xingcheng's question, Jing Nai was startled.She laughed warily. "I said this?" "Didn't you mention your friend? The daughter of a western restaurant. Her name should be Ms. Yazaki Shizuna. That restaurant is in Yokosuka, right? So, I think Ms. Gao was also living in Yokosuka at the time." Hearing her real name from Xingcheng, Jing Nai felt her heart beat faster.This feeling did not make her unhappy. "Because of my father's work, I lived in Yokosuka when I was a child." "I see. I was born in Yokohama, but I've never been to Yokosuka. By the way, do you remember the address of your friend's restaurant?"

Hearing this question, Jing Nai's nerves tensed up.I don't know why he brought up the old matter again, so we must deal with it carefully. "Sorry, it's been too long... What happened to this store?" "No, actually, what I want to investigate is a certain western restaurant, which is also in Yokosuka. Due to some accident, both the owner and his wife passed away. If I remember correctly, the parents of your friend Yazaki-san also passed away. Mrs. So much in common, so I thought I'd check the store name." Listening to Xingcheng's slow words, Jing Nai felt that the stone in her heart was getting bigger and bigger, and she even found it difficult to breathe. She tried her best to endure and maintain the smile on her face.

"What's the name of the foreign restaurant under investigation?" "'Ariake'. 'Ariake' written in katakana, is your friend's shop called this?" Jing Nai felt slightly dizzy, but she couldn't reveal the embarrassment in her heart.After thinking for a moment, she shook her head slightly. "It's not that name. It's more Western-style...it seems to be in foreign language." "Is that so, it was just a pure coincidence. Well, the owner of that 'Ariake' shop seems to be named Ariake, too. I was thinking too much."

"There are quite a lot of western food restaurants in Yokosuka." Shizuna reached out to pick up the teacup, trying to restrain her hands that were about to tremble. According to Gong Yi, the police have already set their sights on "Hushen Pavilion".In this case, the police may have approached the transfer god Zhengxing.Otherwise, how could Xingcheng investigate "Ariake". Jing Nai felt that everything was moving towards the goal at full speed.Thinking of this, she felt a dull pain in her heart.Of course, she sensed her sincerity. "Ah, by the way, I mentioned that to my parents last time. Please come here without restraint."

For a moment, Jing Nai didn't know what he was talking about.When he realized that he was visiting Togami's house, his body straightened involuntarily as if an electric current passed through it. "Think I'm thick-skinned." "That's not the case. But, there's nothing to entertain, so don't feel irritated." Xingcheng showed a mischievous expression. Jing Nai had mixed feelings.On the one hand, she is very happy to have the opportunity to implement Gong Yi's plan, on the other hand, she feels inexplicable anxiety as the final meeting is getting closer.At the same time, the joy of being able to visit his home was born.

"Let's go." Xingcheng picked up the bill and stood up. Looking at his back as he walked towards the counter, Jing Nai recalled the questioning of Koichi and the others. "Did you really fall in love with Hushen?" Gongyi's question hit the nail on the head. Even if there is no blood relationship, the elder brother is the elder brother after all.Even Jing Nai herself has only recently realized her intentions.No, it should be said that I have noticed it a long time ago but have been avoiding it. Although they promised that they would handle this matter perfectly, Gong Yi and the others were obviously not completely relieved.Perhaps, they are still worried about whether Jing will act like a professional actor, put aside her emotions and act according to plan.

She didn't want to betray their trust.Since childhood, the three of them swore to avenge their parents.How can you lose everything because of a momentary distraction? This man - looking at Xingcheng's back, Jing Nai told herself: This man is the son of a murderer who killed his own parents. Walking out of the coffee shop, Xingcheng hailed a taxi.Gao Feng Zuo Xuli got on it first, and Xing Cheng got in afterward.The car drove to Azabu Juban. "I'm looking forward to the diced beef rice bowl in the new store. What kind of taste will it be?" Saori asked when the car started.

"Please confirm this for yourself, I am quite confident." "However, even if a layman like me tastes it, I can't give you any useful impressions. I can't help you, Mr. Togami." Xingcheng smiled and shook his head. "It's fine if you eat it really well or don't eat it. It's enough to hear this. Please don't worry too much. I don't like to hear polite words." "That said, it's a lot of pressure." "Well, don't stress, relax, nah." Well, she nodded, and then looked out the window with a serious expression.He seemed to have a thoughtful look on his face.

Xingcheng faintly felt that she was a little abnormal today.His expression was stiffer than usual, and he felt a little repulsive. It wasn't like this at first, but it suddenly became like this on the way.It was after Xingcheng mentioned "Ariake" Western Food House. Perhaps it would be better not to mention the death of the owner and his wife, he thought.These words may have touched Saori's sad memories of the death of his friend's parents.He kept complaining that he was too nervous. The opportunity for Xingcheng to start investigating "Ariake" was the surprise visit of the police the day before yesterday.They didn't explain the purpose of the search, which made him feel a little pissed. What is that old candy box found at Sakuragicho's house?Why is it so important that there is the watch of the owner of the "Ariake" western restaurant in it?Desperate to find out these things, Xingcheng tried to start an investigation.He typed in "Ariake" and "Western Food House" to try to retrieve news reports online. The result came out immediately.Reported fourteen years ago. After reading the content, he was speechless.It records such radical things as the robbery murder. He finally understood why the policeman clung to the candy box, no, it should be said to clung to the gold watch.They suspect the jar was stolen from the scene.That is, they felt that the person who hid the jar in the ceiling was the murderer. For the police, such considerations seemed reasonable, but Xing Cheng felt that they had absolutely no reason to doubt Zheng Xing.Masaaki had no motive for attacking the Yokosuka restaurant.Moreover, the most important thing is that he is not a person who can do such a thing.Even if the truth will be revealed one day, Xingcheng can't bear his father being treated as a suspect even for a second. "That... what's wrong?" When Xingcheng fell into deep thought, Zuo Xuli asked worriedly. "Ah, sorry." He pulled out a smile, "I was thinking about something." "Is there any trouble?" "Why do you say that?" "Because you have such an expression, your brows are frowning..." Ah, saying that, Xingcheng stroked between his eyebrows with his fingers. "Sorry for making a bad face. It's not that bothering." "Sure enough, there are so many things to consider when opening a new store. I'm really sorry for making such an unreasonable request to go to your house to participate in this kind of time. If you feel embarrassed, please speak up." Xingcheng waved his hands in a panic. "No such thing. As I said just now, my parents have agreed, please don't worry." "That's fine." Looking at Zuo Xuli with a smile, Xingcheng blamed himself: What have I done?He was obviously worried about her abnormality, but it actually made her worry. I don't know how many times I can go out and meet her like this, but I actually lost my mind during the date. Yeah, maybe never see her again... Xingcheng realizes that he is deeply attracted to her.Of course, at first he didn't think twice, he just wanted to hear the opinions of young women, but now it's different.He wants to see her and finds all kinds of excuses to see her.Today's tasting session is also one of them.Rather than hearing her opinion, he wanted her to taste his hard work.And most importantly, he simply wanted to see her. She is going abroad soon.Although he wanted to keep her from the bottom of his heart, he gave up when he thought that he was not qualified at all. "What's the matter?" Zuo Xuli asked with her head tilted, because Xingcheng was staring at her side face intently. "Ah, it's nothing." Xingcheng hastily withdrew his gaze and looked forward. At this time, the taxi they took was parked at the intersection. While looking at the red light, Takayama Hisanobu yawned.He was rushing home from work.The car is a Volkswagen Beetle bought two years ago.He quite likes the bright yellow body. Gao Shan works in a game console company. In recent days, due to the newly developed software, he has been working overtime in the company continuously, and now it has finally come to an end.Today, he rushed home early after a long absence. However, he was not at all excited.Anyway, going home early won't be much fun.I just bought a bento box at a convenience store and ate alone while watching a recorded cartoon. Yawn again.With his mouth wide open, he looked casually to the left.In an instant, he forgot to breathe, and even forgot to close his open mouth. He could hardly believe his eyes. Minamida Shiho was inside a taxi parked nearby. Don't be stupid, Gao Shan, who warned himself like this, was about to take a closer look when the taxi started.Green light. Cars behind him kept honking their horns.Gao Shan hurriedly started the engine. It can't be like this, he thought as he followed the taxi.Although I wanted to drive side by side, it didn't work out.The woman is sitting on the right side of the rear seat.From the back, it wasn't Shiho's hairstyle.She has short hair, the women in the car have longer hair. However, the face he had just glimpsed was definitely Shiho.Although it feels a little different, he certainly can't make a mistake.You know, Takayama still misses Shiho so much. Thinking of the fact that Shiho left, Takayama's chest throbbed.I planned to go to Narita Airport to see her off on Thursday, but I did not expect to receive a text message from her the day before.It said: I am now on the plane to New York, I am afraid that I will be reluctant to leave when I see you. Then, there was no audio.Neither an international call nor a letter has been received.Where and what she was doing, Gao Shan had no idea.Of course, he couldn't contact her either. Gao Shan, who wants to forget but can't forget, is always depressed.One of the reasons for the delay in work this time was his lack of concentration. incredible!Obviously she went to the United States to realize her dream.Now she should be studying as a designer assistant every day.How could it appear in such a place. Although he thought that he must have admitted the wrong person, Gao Shan still followed the taxi closely.In short, let's watch it again to confirm whether she is Nantian Shiho, otherwise he will not be able to sleep even when he returns home. At this time, a car cut into them, and he couldn't keep up with the taxi.Even if he approached the taxi occasionally, it was in the opposite direction of the woman, and he couldn't see her face clearly.In this way, the car drove to Azabu Juban. At the intersection, the cars are jammed together.Including the taxi and Takayama's car, there were four cars waiting at the red light in front of the horizontal line. While thinking about where the car would turn, the back door of the taxi opened.The woman followed the man out of the car.It seems that because there is too much traffic ahead, they get off here first. Takayama desperately opened his eyes to look at the woman.However, both the female and the male turned their backs to him, and walked away without turning back once.That figure was exactly the same as Shiho's. The two turned at the corner of the street and disappeared from Takayama's sight.He was so anxious that he got lost after following here. Finally, the car in front moved, and he tried to change lanes.However, the two turned into a one-way street, and vehicles could not enter.No way, let's turn at the next intersection.However, the traffic here was more complicated than imagined, and he couldn't find the intersection just now at all. Gao Shan found a place to stop the car and ran out.If he returns here empty-handed tonight, he may never see her again in his life.