in2ebook Chapter 1015 Tang Ze: I Installed It for You
Chapter 1015 Tang Ze: I Installed It for You
Chapter 1015 Tang Ze: I've Installed It for You
After all, Haruhito Kanhara was once a famous master, and the quality of his works during his peak period was in no way inferior to that of Takeyori Oikawa.
Although he is a little unfamiliar with the painting because he has not painted for ten years, and the change in his painting method has caused a strange lack of muscle memory, the level is still there. This painting is not inferior to Takeyori Iikawa's previous works in every aspect.
However, these can only be seen by experts such as Kuroba Kaito who have a high level of artistic appreciation. For those who are not experts, there is only one thing that can be seen.
This painting fits the theme very well, and it is most likely "Qing Lan".
The reporters in front were in an uproar, and the frequency of flashes increased again.
Their questions came in a chaotic manner again. Some asked whether this meant he wanted to refuse to sell the painting, and some asked whether there was something wrong with the painting and it was not completed. Of course, some people also shouted conspiracy theories such as whether he thought he sold it too cheaply five years ago and was therefore waiting for a higher price to sell it.
"This painting is 'Blue Mist'. In order to fulfill my previous promise to the media, I chose to release it tonight as planned." Ishikawa Takeyori ignored all the questions and continued to answer, "But this is not part of my series."
He turned his head and looked at his father-in-law who was standing behind him without saying a word.
He didn't know whether his father-in-law had also entered that space and seen certain scenes related to himself.
I think, if what I saw was what my father-in-law did for him behind his back, then what the other party saw should also be what I did behind his back.
In other words, his past murderous intent and hatred may have been fully exposed.
Haruhito Kanhara met his complicated and incomprehensible look, sighed, and took a few steps forward.
"I painted this picture by imitating Takera's brushstrokes. Mr. Taguchi helped us when we were in the most difficult situation and was willing to pay for a painting that we had not yet started. We are very grateful for this. But for reasons that are well known to everyone, Takera is unable to finish an elegant work with the wind as the theme..."
Although there was no communication, the two of them tacitly concealed the key issue that the original series was Setsugekka, not Wind Flowers, Snow and Moon.
After attributing the reason why the painting could not be completed on schedule to the fact that Takeyori Iikawa's condition was affected by the loss of his beloved wife, which led to the abortion of the plan, Kanhara Haruhito, as a senior who was more skilled than Takeyori Iikawa in all aspects, quickly found an explanation with high emotional intelligence.
"…Originally, Takeyori should have informed the buyer of the situation, but Mr. Taguchi accepted the advance payment out of his love for his work and sympathy for our plight, and I really couldn't let him down. Takeyori and I had a serious disagreement on how to deal with this painting…"
"This old man is quite skillful in his words." Maori Kogoro, who was standing behind Nakamori Ginzo, muttered, "He completely covered up the fact that Oikawa Takeyori wanted to use Kaito Kid to destroy the painting directly."
He didn't dare speak too loudly, mainly because he was afraid that Officer Nakamori would hear him.
After passionately dragging the Second Investigation Section into such a deep forest and working there for a whole day, and finally telling him that this was purely the painter's self-promotion without Kid's involvement, Nakamori Ginzo was in a terrible mood.
He was afraid that Nakamori Ginzo would hear his sarcastic remarks and get angry and bite people.
"Or maybe he is in charge of sales?" Tang Ze said calmly, "He is almost half a teacher and agent of Takeyori Ichikawa, and his rhetoric in this area is quite impressive."
Artist or something like that sounds elegant, but looking at all the artists he has come into contact with - including Kitagawa Yusuke, who he plays today and has already entered the art world - they ultimately still need to rely on commercial operations to make a living.
Artists who are truly into art will be very financially constrained. What artists seek is to achieve commercial value while completing their art, rather than starve to death.
The same goes for Oikawa Takeyori.
He has his own agent and studio, but since Haruhito Kanhara has done so much endorsement for his artistic career, he has also indirectly represented him in many of these matters.
One of them is leading the sales of the entire Setsugekka series.
He did choose the best strategy and asked for a high price for Takeyori Iikawa's painting.
"So, he actually planned to start painting himself from the very beginning when he was selling the paintings..." Mao Lilan, who finally sorted out the logical problem, suddenly realized.
"Well, he probably planned to let Takeyori Oikawa give it a try, and if he couldn't do it, he would do it himself. But at that time, Mr. Takeyori Oikawa was too sad due to the death of his wife, and was still in a stage where it was difficult to communicate." Conan touched his chin and continued to reason.
"Mainly because this kind of thing is difficult to talk about. Ghostwriting and impersonation are stains that are enough to destroy a painter's artistic career. This may be possible if it is done privately, but after all, this matter was a decision made by Mr. Haruhito Kanhara alone, and it is difficult for him to impose it on Takeyori Oikawa. That's why there were misunderstandings later." Tang Ze, who is indeed half an expert, commented.
"Oikawa Takeyori actually knows nothing about this, so he tried to impersonate Kid... um!" Before Mouri Ran could say anything, her father covered her mouth.
Stop talking. Didn't you see the look in the eyes of the officers from the second investigation section around you? Besides, Officer Nakamori is really going to bite someone...
While they were talking, the reporters outside had obviously also thought of this question.
They gathered here to film another crime scene of Kaito Kid, not to watch a painter unveil his new work.
Now that I think about it, it feels like I got away with it.
"So, you deliberately claimed that you received a warning letter from Kaito Kid and wanted to destroy the painting directly?!" a reporter asked loudly.
Oikawa Takeyori took a deep breath.
No matter how he tried to cover up the not-so-bright parts of his past, he really couldn't avoid this problem.
"…That's what I intended to do." Oikawa Takeyori admitted, "I want to apologize to Kaito Kid. Although he has indeed stolen many works of art, my paintings are definitely not among them. I have not yet reached a level that can be valued by Kaito Kid."
The reporters at the front finally made some exciting noises.
In any case, this incident is finally somewhat related to Kaito Kidd.
The first painter to publicly admit that he had framed Kidd is also a highlight.
“Damn it…” Nakamori Ginzo could no longer hold it in any longer and pounded the door frame hard, making an echoing “bang” sound.
After all this time, it turns out the police were just part of this group of people’s play!
"At this moment, I am a little envious of the First Investigation Division." A police officer said in a low voice with a sigh, but was glared at fiercely by Ginzo Nakamori and quickly shut up.
Conan pursed his lips, looking odd.
What are you envious of? Are you envious that the Phantom Thief of Heart only increases their business performance, hardly causes any trouble, and even takes action himself to violently deal with all possible impostors... Oh, yes, that's quite enviable.
The genuine Kaito Kid himself stood behind Oikawa Takeyori and looked at Oikawa Takeyori with a subtle look as he bowed and apologized to the camera.
You are going in the wrong direction. This is where you should apologize...
Since you are still sincere, forget it.
His fingertips flicked lightly.
Oikawa Takeyori bowed, stood up and straightened his back. Just as he was about to say some concluding words to end this farce, a piece of white paper floated down from above.
Like a light feather, it hit his forehead lightly and fell to the ground.
The reporters' cameras instinctively followed it downwards.
On the white card, several lines of print were clearly engraved and captured by countless cameras.
"The truth has been revealed, the painting has been returned to its original owner, and the performer should leave.
Respect your honesty.
Kaito Kidd
“Eh?! This! Where did this fall?!”
"This doesn't look like the work of Takeyori Oikawa. He didn't touch anything just now..."
"So, it is indeed the real Kaito Kid?! Could he be watching the scene?!"
"No one move! No one move!"
Nakamori Ginzo, who had just looked dejected, raised his voice with full spirit and directed the police officers of the Second Investigation Section to try to surround the reporters at the scene.
"Kaito Kidd is among you! Check all the reporters' credentials and their faces, quickly!"
The detectives looked at each other in bewilderment as they had not expected such a situation to unfold. But looking at the spirited Nakamori Ginzo, they felt that this was not the time to get involved.
"It's useless to investigate like this, right?" Conan looked at the chaotic scene and Takeyori Ikawa, who picked up the notice letter and looked guilty. The corners of his mouth twitched, "The reporters didn't register their identities before they came. Even if Kaito Kid didn't change his appearance, they wouldn't be able to recognize him, right?"
He saw that the police officers from the Second Investigation Section had already started to pull the reporters' faces. It was hard to tell whether the force was because they had been pinched before, but there was a bit of resentment and hatred in their expressions, which made Conan feel annoyed.
Not to mention his appearance, the police are unable to determine Kaito Kid's real age and nationality.
Even if Kidd didn't disguise himself at all and just put on a suit and blended in with the reporters, where would the police be able to find him...
"He may not be here in person. It's just a matter of throwing a piece of paper. Make a trap or just put it on Takeyori Ichikawa. Wouldn't it fall off naturally during the interview?" Maori Kogoro also curled his lips, "Officer Nakamori, you are still so excited."
"Who knows..." Tang Ze shrugged as he looked at the straight back of Kuroba Kaito, who was being completely ignored by the police and was standing straight in front of the camera.
This kid has done it again, look how happy he is.
Since he used an unscientific method to enter the house directly, the police thought that Kitagawa Yusuke had arrived early, and others thought that Kitagawa Yusuke had been checked by the police, so he was naturally ignored as he was active in the house the whole time.
The problem is that it was clearly the Phantom Thieves who were the C today, but this time, this time it was some guy who was OB the whole time and was trying to show off his presence by taking credit.
After complaining about the police, Conan silently looked at Kitagawa Yusuke in front of him for a while, and then cast a thoughtful gaze on Oikawa Takeyori's hand.
He explained the problem about Kaito Kid and the mysterious disappearance of the painting. It was a misunderstanding caused by his attempt to hide and destroy it directly due to differences in ideas with his father-in-law.
But as to why he disappeared with Haruhito Kanhara for more than an hour, both he and the police seemed to have overlooked it.
And was it just his illusion? Why did it feel like Takeyori Iikawa's fingers were a lot redder than before he disappeared?
Hmm, it’s very similar to the feeling of Kitagawa Yusuke’s gloves…?
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"That's how things ended up in such a mess."
After listening to their retelling, Hondou Eisuke sighed.
"The scene at the end was a bit too chaotic. The reporters were held down by the police and their faces were pinched. Maybe they couldn't stand the image. They seemed to have unanimously not shown this footage." Tang Ze nodded.
"So of course Kaito Kidd wasn't found in the end?"
"Of course. If it's so easy to find, what's the point of hiring a detective to protect him?" Maori Kogoro replied, and then looked at Hondou Eisuke who came uninvited, not very happy, "Why are you here again? And at dinner time. Are you my fan, or are you here just to eat and drink for free?"
Why does it feel like, except for the first time, every time Hondou Eisuke appears in the office it's always at times like this?
Last time, when I went to the social gathering, I “coincidentally” saw them celebrating at a restaurant, having a nice meal or something…
"Hehe, I just happened to be near here, what a coincidence..." Hondou Eisuke laughed foolishly and quickly picked up the bowl, "It's because Detective Mori's cooking skills are so good that I couldn't help but make a request..."
"If the dishes in your bowl were not made by Karasawa, I would have believed it." Kogoro Mori exposed rudely.
"Hey, can Karasawa-san also cook such amazing dishes? It tastes almost the same as Detective Mori's. I thought..."
Kogoro Mori's eyebrows jumped violently, but he didn't know how to say directly that he was indeed taught by Karasawa.
He could only bring the topic back to the previous discussion.
"Anyway, no one really lost anything, and Oikawa Takeyori still paid my commission fee as agreed, so he can do whatever he wants."
"It's not a bad thing." Mao Lilan smiled. "I heard from Kitagawa that the person who bought his painting not only accepted his explanation, but also gladly accepted "Aoarashi" completed by Mr. Kanhara Haruhito as the finale of the entire series. Isn't this a happy thing for everyone?"
"Because that was the only painting Kanhara Haruhito created after he stopped painting due to an injury. It was basically the last work of the painter." Tang Ze pointed out incisively, "Plus considering their family relationship, the human struggle behind it, and this news... He definitely didn't lose money. The bid for just the painting "Blue Mist" has more than doubled what he originally paid."
Collectors who are willing to spend huge sums of money to reserve a painter's works are either professional buyers or deep players, and their vision in this regard is naturally sharp.
"Oh, is that so..." Mao Lilan nodded slowly.
"When did you add that guy's contact information?" Maori Kogoro narrowed his eyes and suddenly became sharp, "How did you get in touch with him privately?"
"Hey, I wanted to ask about an art exhibition, so Sonoko gave me his cell phone number..."
"Huh?! Or did you call him first?! Delete him for me. No, block him right away. Block him right now!"
"Dad... Kitagawa-kun is actually a nice person..."
"What do you mean good? He's good enough to ask you if you want to be a nude model? There is no painter who is not perverted, block him immediately and don't listen to his brainwashing!"
The dining table suddenly became lively.
Hondou Eisuke pricked up his ears and tried to eat the melon, while Tang Ze quietly took away the two largest pieces of sweet and sour pork ribs, fearing to disturb them.
Busy, everyone is busy, it’s better to be busy.
He turned his head and looked at Conan who was in deep thought about something, picked up his phone and sent a message, then turned back as if nothing had happened.
I knew this kid was going to discover something.
Whether it is a problem about Kaito Kidd or the discovery of some information about the Phantom Thief of Heart, a message must be sent to Tang Ze. It just depends on who he should ask.
Fortunately, he muted it in advance this time, so he can send it to whoever he wants...