Although Kogoro Mouri had solved quite a few cases recently and had even become a famous detective, Sonoko Suzuki had not forgotten his previous image as a worthless bum.
Back then, Kogoro Mouri had not been famous at all. Even taking on a single case had been difficult for him.
For some reason, though, he had suddenly risen to prominence and become a renowned detective.
"You don't believe me? I'm the Sleeping Detective, Kogoro Mouri!" Kogoro Mouri said with a displeased expression.
Having become famous recently, Kogoro Mouri was practically floating with pride. In his eyes, there was no case he could not solve—not even Sherlock Holmes could compare to him.
"Take me over there. I'll solve the case, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will definitely give me a reward."
Kogoro Mouri's eyes turned into the shape of money.
Helping the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department solve a case would definitely earn him a reward. He did not even have money for drinks right now, so he could make a little extra cash this time.
"Chen, do you think my dad can really solve the case?" Ran Mouri tugged on Chen's sleeve and asked.
"Who knows? We'll see what he can do." Chen shrugged.
If it were only Kogoro Mouri, there was no question that he would not find the real culprit. But with Conan involved, that might not be the case.
"Why is it so creepy in here?" Kogoro Mouri shuddered, already feeling like backing out. It was a little scary inside.
"Uncle Mouri, I think you should just go outside," Sonoko said, looking at Kogoro Mouri speechlessly.
Ran also felt a little embarrassed. He had started shivering the moment they entered; he was even more timid than she was.
"No, I still need that reward." Kogoro Mouri shook