I care!
I care a lot, ah!!
Looking at the evaluation on the system panel, Senichi felt so distressed, yet so powerless.
From the system's evaluation, it appeared that due to the use of the [Lie-Detecting Needle] during the moment of making the criminal confess, a clear contradiction in history was created. This black technology that clearly didn't belong to this era made the criminal's confession a defined historical event.
So, to resolve this paradox, the system had to spend a portion of his reward to make this contradiction become a true part of history.
After all, this item doesn't exist in the current era; normal historical development was destined to lead to a different outcome, at least not the favorable one of the present.
Senichi had used black technology to forcefully reverse and alter the outcome.
However, its appearance was like an unavailable route in a game. To solve this problem, the game's developers would modify the core of the game and personally add the ending they wanted.
And in this scenario, a part of his reward acted as a payment, essentially handed over to the developers to modify the desired ending.
So, this was the reason for Senichi's feeling of powerlessness.
Sure, he could solve the case on his own, and he would definitely receive substantial rewards for that.
But for now, all Senichi could say was, "As an underling, I can't do it!!"
As the saying goes, "The cycle of heaven revolves, and heaven spares none." Just as Conan and Hattori Heiji had just experienced their own helplessness, Senichi now felt it in this moment of gaining rewards.
Damn it!!
Isn't it just studying!! I'll go all out too!!
And so, amid the diminished rewards as a consequence, Senichi made a firm determination to prepare for some hard studying.
This decision was not only due to the reduced rewards that showed him his inadequacy but also because he knew that the two "troublemakers" he had mocked before would surely try to pull him down by any means necessary.
So, he couldn't afford to be even slightly lax!
Of course, another reason was that he didn't want to encounter this kind of powerless situation again in the future. After all, he couldn't always rely on items, especially ones with limited uses.
In terms of the powerful functionality of the [Lie-Detecting Needle], being able to use it three times is truly a very generous reward.
If it weren't for acquiring the [Lie-Detecting Needle] in cases like the one on Moonshadow Island earlier, it would probably be a one-time use item in normal circumstances.
After all, the utility of this item is exceedingly potent.
And now, there are still two uses left. Until he grows stronger or until he manages to replenish the [Lie-Detecting Needle], these precious two opportunities are what he needs to handle with utmost care.
Of course, the item this time can be considered quite good.
Just as it was introduced, it can be used as a concealed weapon; sturdiness is its sole advantage.
However, the fact that it can't be retrieved after use... makes Senichi feel like this worn-out deck of cards will definitely be "missing a few cards" in the future...
After all, there's no guarantee that he can retrieve the cards every time...
Of course, while this reward might not be particularly excellent compared to the previous ones, there's another unexpected gain that makes up for it.
That is Kimie Shimabukuro.
Yes, it's Kimie Shimabukuro herself.
Of course, do not misunderstand him. Senichi had always been vehemently against cheating.
And following the guidance of his heart, Senichi deeply understands his feelings towards Ayako.
So, for those with impure thoughts, please quietly recite a twenty-four-character mantra and reflect on your behavior.
Of course, this is a serious topic. Unexpectedly, Kimie Shimabukuro is among the gains, and she is now going back to Tokyo with Senichi and the others.
Yes, Kimie Shimabukuro is leaving this sorrowful little island.
Because of an ancient and illusory legend, a family that inherited this legend, it all marked the beginning of these tragedies.
Due to the island's residents' illusory desire for immortality, this family has borne far too much.
All of this should have ended after Kimie's mother passed away.
However, the family's love for the small island and the self-serving desires of the island's residents burdened the last young girl of this family to continue the tragic legend.
The love and efforts given to the small island ultimately led to such a heartbreaking ending.
So, when Senichi casually inquired about her plans after all this, he learned about her disappointment and her desire to leave the island.
But having been a shrine maiden for so many years, the abrupt decision to leave the island and give up her role as a shrine maiden left her in a state of confusion about what she should do next.
Upon learning about this, Senichi proposed a job for her. If she finds something she likes or something better in the future, she can decide for herself.
Yes, the job Senichi found for her is temporarily serving as his private tutor.
That's right, teaching Senichi the art of disguise!
To be precise, this so-called unexpected gain is Kimie Shimabukuro's brilliant skill in the art of disguise!
And it's a truly rare and deserving "unexpected gain" with her extraordinary skill.
Kimie Shimabukuro's personal skill in disguise is exceptionally advanced. She's highly skilled in creating disguise masks, which provides Senichi with a shortcut to enhance his disguise techniques.
Depending solely on luck through lottery draws can't guarantee acquiring disguise skills at any given time; nobody knows when they'll get the skill.
But with Kimie Shimabukuro's help, Senichi can consult her about disguise techniques anytime he wants.
Furthermore, this will provide Kimie Shimabukuro with plenty of leisure time to relax, read, and improve her mood. Senichi had taken this into consideration when arranging the situation.
In the future, if Kimie Shimabukuro wants to continue this job, Senichi can also help her find specialized makeup work. Surely, the film and television industry would greatly appreciate a skilled special effects makeup artist like her.
After all, special effects makeup artists like her need years of experience under their belt. Senichi inquired about her capabilities and found out she could even create exaggerated appearances quite easily.
This is a true professional; with the necessary skills, finding work won't be a problem.
Of course, initially, when Senichi requested to learn the art of disguise and offered substantial compensation, Kimie Shimabukuro agreed to teach Senichi without any intention of accepting payment.
After all, Senichi had helped her a great deal, and in her view, teaching him something was hardly enough to repay his kindness.
As for any lingering resentment from her previous desire for revenge, that had already dissipated after Senichi brought the three criminals to justice.
And of course, Senichi knew her intention to repay the favor, but not providing compensation wouldn't be appropriate. So, he changed the arrangement.
Two birds with one stone, Senichi asked Ayako to introduce Kimie Shimabukuro to an apartment under the Suzuki Group and offered it at a friendly discount.
Senichi then provided her with a standard remuneration, making it convenient for her to live in Tokyo.
Of course, Kimie Shimabukuro understood the good intentions of these two and was grateful for Senichi and Ayako's help. After some persuasion, she agreed to this arrangement.
As for why Senichi said "two birds with one stone," it's because Ayako had helped another friend of Senichi's, Seiji Asoh (TN: Guy from the Moonshadow island case, and both Seiji and Kimie were in similar situation as both were stopped by Senichi from going to the dark side.), find an apartment previously.
The place where he was living after returning to Tokyo was also an apartment arranged through Ayako's connections on Senichi's behalf.
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