Senichi has always wished to have an intuitive understanding of the combat power in the Detective Conan World. Unfortunately, only a few possess high-level combat abilities.
Although he regularly encounters people like Ran, Hattori Heiji, Kazuha and Mouri Kogoro, whose combat abilities have all reached B level, they have only faced criminals with little combat power. As a result, he has never had a clear understanding.
But in this competition, it wasn't just Hattori Heiji with B+ combat power; he also unexpectedly witnessed the performance of A+ combat power, realizing that advanced combat power in this world was not simple.
However, Senichi didn't feel disappointed about this. After all, people like Ran had been training diligently from a young age to attain their combat abilities.
Senichi has now caught up with or even surpassed them in terms of combat power, and he possessed more skills. So, he had nothing to feel dissatisfied about.
Indeed, in terms of technique, Senichi was still slightly behind for now, but in a real fight, he might not necessarily lose. After all, no matter how good the technique, it needed the right hardware to unleash its power. After receiving physical enhancements and enhanced reflexes, Senichi couldn't be judged solely based on the skills he had mastered.
His increased physical attributes gave him an advantage in all aspects, allowing him to overpower skill with strength. At the same time, his enhanced reflexes allowed him to perceive the enemy's attacks beyond his level and respond accordingly.
With his current strength, Senichi was more than capable of self-preservation in the early stages. As his strength developed later on, he could become as powerful as he wanted to be.
As for now... After observing Soshi Okita's combat power, Senichi felt that it was better to follow the "Behind the scene method" in his early development and avoid provoking those explosive combatants.
Otherwise, even if he had cheat and underwent comprehensive enhancements, he wouldn't be able to withstand these talent-packed individuals.
Looking at the 1000 Fate Points he had accumulated, Senichi hesitated between doing a ten-draw gacha or saving up for a better option. In the end, he decided to save up and purchase a "Master-level Skill Experience Card." After all, the gacha was too random, while the experience card would provide a more targeted solution when he encountered trouble.
During the time Senichi made his decision, Hattori Heiji also descended from the podium, wearing a somewhat frustrated expression.
"Don't worry, Heiji, you did great," Kazuha said, the first to step forward and comfort her crush.
"Darn it, I can't believe that guy was still hiding his strength. Last time, due to an unexpected injury, I couldn't gauge his true power..."
Hattori Heiji looked somewhat disgruntled as he watched Soshi Okita, surrounded by people celebrating on the award platform. His eyes revealed a strong desire for victory. "Just wait, I won't lose to you next time!"
"That's right, that's the spirit," Hattori Shizuka said, looking at her son who quickly regained his composure. She nodded in satisfaction and encouraged him, "A man from the Hattori family can't be defeated just because of a setback! Whenever you fall, stand up from where you've fallen!"
"Go for it, Hattori-kun! You can do it!" Ran also smiled and encouraged him.
"Oh, by the way, Officer Senichi, how's the case?" Hattori Heiji seemed to remember something and quickly asked Senichi.
"It's been resolved. The culprit was Kotegawa, and Officer Otaki has taken him into custody," Senichi briefly explained the situation.
"Is that so? I didn't expect him to be the killer," Hattori Heiji nodded after hearing the news.
"By the way, I will lend this to you," Senichi handed a digital camera to Hattori Heiji with a smile. "It should be helpful to you."
"A camera?" Hattori Heiji took the digital camera, curious. "What's inside it?"
"Of course, it's a video of you getting beaten up~" Senichi grinned. "Since I was busy solving the case, I couldn't come to watch your match, so I asked Conan to help record your game. I plan to enjoy your heroic moment later..."
With that, Senichi looked at Hattori Heiji's increasingly darkened face and sighed mockingly, "Who would have thought you'd perform so disappointingly, getting trounced by your opponent? I'll lend you the digital camera to figure out how you lost."
After these words, Hattori Heiji's face turned dark, but he couldn't say a word in retort.
However, Hattori Heiji couldn't help but glare angrily at Conan, who was standing by, reveling in his misfortune.
We promised to be best friends for life, but I never expected you, with those bushy eyebrows and big eyes, to actually enjoy my misfortune!
Conan shrugged in response, giving a "It's not my fault" look.
After all, you swore you were going to defeat your opponent and win the championship. I filmed a video of you, but it turned out to be a record of you acting like a sore loser. Can you blame me for that?
Hattori Heiji had no words in response to this but was still somewhat frustrated.
After all, as a best friend, shouldn't you have immediately helped me destroy this embarrassing history when you saw it?
Conan remarked, "This is how best friends operate; everyone has a few troublemaking friends."
You know what? It was kind of satisfying to watch Hattori Heiji get beaten up.
Thinking about this, Conan's mischievous little eyes gradually took on a comical expression.
Seeing Conan's smug expression, Hattori Heiji knew exactly what he was thinking and gave him a fierce glare, resolving to get back at him when the opportunity arose.
After the laughter and banter,
And following the kendo tournament, as it was nearing dinnertime, the group wandered around the area for a bit and then headed to Hattori Heiji's house as guests.
This time, finally Mouri Kogoro and Senichi's group, who had been unable to visit earlier due to various cases and mishaps, visited the Hattori family's residence.
"This is so amazing, so delicious!"
"Absolutely, it's incredibly delicious!"
Ran nodded in agreement with her father's words, and Senichi also nodded in approval. It was evident that they were won over by the dishes in front of them.
"Haha, my mom's chicken hot pot is truly a culinary masterpiece!" Hattori Heiji, hearing the praise from everyone, smiled proudly. "Please, don't be shy, eat to your heart's content!"
Dinner was prepared by Hattori Shizuka, and it was a chicken hot pot. She lived up to her reputation as a culinary enthusiast who could accurately discern different types of fish from miso soup stock with fish slices. Her culinary skills were also excellent, and the chicken hot pot was exceptionally well-prepared.
In Senichi's hometown, chicken hot pot was relatively uncommon, with most hot pots focusing on beef and lamb.
Japanese chicken hot pot typically featured a miso-based broth, primarily made with bonito fish flakes, and seasoned with ingredients like white miso, sugar, and rice wine, all cooked in a clay pot.
Afterward, the chicken meat was carefully removed from the chicken legs and tenderized, similar to preparing a pork cutlet, to enhance its tenderness.
Then, the chicken skin was lightly seared until it crisped up. These two key ingredients were now ready for the hot pot.
Additionally, the chicken fat could be used to pan-fry tofu. However, just like the chicken meat, it didn't need to be fully cooked.
As for the rest, it went without saying. The chicken meat was placed into the broth, complemented with ingredients like crab mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, tofu, and various vegetables, resulting in a delicious chicken hot pot.
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