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Chapter 814 Haze

It was easy for Duanmu Ai to get into trouble. In fact, when she came to school early the next morning, she heard her classmates talking about it on the way.

 “Have you heard about that Kaitou sacrifice?”

"After looking at it, justice can only be achieved by sacrificing the life of the chosen one, right... Oh, this is really hard to say."

"That's just a rumor. How could a Phantom Thief do such a thing?"

"But wasn't it said long ago that those people were forced by the Phantom Thieves to surrender? Doesn't it make sense now? Maybe the victims of the serial killings were killed by them and then threatened others - if If you don't surrender, you will be killed like that, so those people will change their minds and surrender one by one, right?"

"It would be terrible if this were really the case. Why would the Phantom Thief do such a thing?"

 “Who knows…”

Listening to the surrounding discussions, Duanmu Ai also raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a smile. Yes, this was the strategy she came up with. Duanmu Ai asked Lumière to release some so-called "secret information" to several third-rate tabloids and the Internet, claiming that the bodies of the victims of these serial murders were written in red letters on a black background. "Sacrifice to justice", the police are currently investigating the connection between the Phantom Thieves and the murder case...

Of course, this is all nonsense without evidence, but for those third-rate tabloids and websites, this kind of news is quite explosive. There are even reporters with strong actions who went directly to the door of the police station to ask questions that day. Of course, Faced with such boring questions, the police always end up with no comment.

But we can’t stop the masses from making up their own minds.

In just one night, everyone came up with a group of weird and terrifying thugs who were killing people and stealing goods while upholding justice. Although there were still many logical illogicalities in this, human beings are, after all, creatures of imagination. The so-called spreading rumors opens your mouth, but refuting the rumors will break your legs. What people think, it doesn't matter what the Phantom Thieves say.

Duanmu Ai can imagine how angry the Phantom Thieves would be when they heard such baseless rumors.

 In fact, she did see it.

 “Don’t be kidding!”

As soon as she arrived in the classroom, Duanmu Ai heard a loud noise, and then she saw the yellow-haired Sakamoto Ryuji clenching his fists and staring fiercely at several classmates not far away.

“Listen to what nonsense you are talking about, how could the Phantom Thief kill someone!?”

 “We are just talking.”

Facing the roaring Sakamoto Ryuji, several students were a little scared and timidly defended themselves.

"And we think this statement is quite reasonable. Otherwise, why would the teacher surrender? He must be afraid of being killed by the Phantom Thieves..."

 “What did you say!?”

Hearing this, Ryuji Sakamoto was so angry that he was about to pounce on him, but Ren Amamiya and Anzu Takamaki grabbed him, and then dragged him out of the classroom.

　　Stupid idiot.

Looking at the angry and roaring Sakamoto Ryuuji, a trace of contempt flashed in Duanmu Ai's eyes. This kind of thing can be used as a Phantom Thief. This shows that the quality of this Phantom Thieves group is not very good. It seemed that even if he didn't take action, it would only be a matter of time before they were finished.

 It is conceivable that they are indeed very angry, but Duanmu Ai is also convinced that if these people have any brains, then they will not take action easily.

 In fact, just as Duanmu Ai thought, the Phantom Thieves were indeed very angry.

 Especially Ryuji Sakamoto.

Just yesterday, he was proudly watching how the Phantom Thieves special program on TV commented on how he and others had brought down a famous figure. However, as soon as I opened and closed my eyes, just as soon as I woke up, the sound of the wind changed. The phantom thieves turned into bloodthirsty and murderous demons. Even the students in the school who were full of praise for the phantom thieves now began to talk about whether these phantom thieves were murderous demons - this made Sakamoto Ryuji very angry. However, But he couldn't change all this.

 “Have you had enough trouble?”

Draged Sakamoto Ryuji out of the classroom and took him to a secluded corner. Takamaki Anzu cursed Sakamoto Ryuji with his head covered.

"How can I bear it? I don't know who the **** **** is who started the rumor and actually said that we are murderers! We are not murderers, okay!"

 “Shut up.”

Looking at the roaring Sakamoto Ryuuji, Takamaki Anki wanted to slap him to death.

 “Are you eager to let the whole school know that we are Phantom Thieves?”

“That’s right! Let everyone know, and then we can prove our innocence!”

 “Stop convulsing, you idiot!”

Takamaki Angri looked at Sakamoto Ryuuji angrily.

"We should calm down a bit recently. At least, we have to wait until the serial murder case is over, otherwise no matter what we do, we will just give them the scapegoat! You don't want to be regarded as a murderer!"

 “Damn it……!!”

Hearing what Takamaki Anzu said, Sakamoto Ryuuji gritted his teeth, snorted angrily, and then turned his head.

"Why……"

Seeing Sakamoto Ryuji like this, Takamaki Anzu felt tired. She and Sakamoto Ryuji had been classmates since junior high school. Naturally, she knew that this guy was unreliable and straight-tempered, but his appearance really made Takamaki Anzu feel tired. Somewhat helpless. Although Sakamoto Ryuji has always been in his own way and refuses to change despite repeated admonitions. But after awakening his power and becoming a phantom thief, Takamaki found that he seemed to be even more extreme.

It seems that because he became a monster thief and a brave man who eradicated evil, he is really better than others... Forget it, there is no use talking about it now.

“Amemiya-san, please keep an eye on him. At least we won’t cause trouble recently.”

"OK, Got it."

Ren Amamiya nodded and agreed.

For the members of the Phantom Thieves, this day is almost always difficult. Although this is just a rumor, a baseless rumor, but because it is a rumor, everyone can talk about it without fear of being exposed, so that when class is over, , even Duanmu Ai heard several new versions that she had never thought of...

Well, it can be seen that the creativity of the people is indeed infinite.

Although Ryuji Sakamoto was furious, Takamaki Anzu had no time to waste on this kind of thing. After class, she went to the hospital to visit her friend Shiho Suzui.

However, when Takamaki arrived at Suzui Shiho's ward, she saw someone unexpected.

In front of Suzui Shiho's hospital bed, he saw a girl with long black hair wearing a school uniform like him, standing there, and she was...

 “Duanmu classmate?”

 Seeing Duanmu Ai, Takamaki Xing was somewhat surprised.

 “Why are you here?”

“Teacher Kawakami asked me to come. He said he wanted me to represent all the teachers and students in the school to visit Suzui-san.”

Duanmu Ai said calmly, and there didn't seem to be any special change in his tone. For a moment, Takamaki Xing was still thinking about why Duanmu Ai came, but after thinking about it, she understood - no matter what, everyone else was probably right. Suzui Shiho felt guilty. After all, Suzui Shiho was injured in school for a day or two, but no one asked or cared about her. In the end, Suzui Shiho was forced to commit suicide by jumping off the building.

From this point of view, no one is willing to meet Suzui Shiho, but Duanmu Ai does not have such a psychological burden. She transferred here after Suzui Shiho jumped from the building. She does not know Suzui Shiho at all, nor does she have any relationship with him. There will be no burden, so it is quite suitable for doing this.

 “Then, I wish you a speedy recovery, I’ll leave first.”

Nodding to Suzui Shiho, Duanmu Ai turned around and left the ward. Takamaki Anzu subconsciously stepped aside, and Duanmu Ai walked out of the ward and disappeared into the corridor.

Until then, Takamaki Xing breathed a sigh of relief, sat on the chair, and looked at his friend.

“Zhifan, are you okay? What did Duanmu-san tell you?”

“Nothing, she just said that she came to visit me on behalf of the teachers and classmates of the school... Do you know her?”

“Well, she is a transfer student. She was transferred here after you were admitted to the hospital, so it’s normal that you haven’t seen her. She is in the same class as me.”

“So she’s a classmate? But I think you seem nervous when facing her?”

"Why………"

　　Hearing the question from his friend, Takamaki Anzu sighed. Her personal view of Duanmu Ai is a bit complicated. On the one hand, the other person is really beautiful and has a very tall figure. Even compared with boys, he is not inferior. Takamaki Anzu is also a model. From her perspective, Duanmu Ai is more beautiful and elegant than any model she has ever seen.

 But the other aspect is her temperament.

Duanmu Ai is not the kind of person who is easy to get close to. Although she usually doesn't do anything, Takamaki Xing always feels a cold aura from her, and the way she looks at others sometimes is scary. Takamaki Xing still remembers the time when Ryuji made a big noise and provoked her. The latter just glanced at Ryuji and told him to shut his mouth obediently.

  Later, Ryuji recalled that at that time, he felt as if a big invisible hand had grabbed his throat and almost strangled him to death.

Takamaki Xing has not chatted with Duanmu Ai a few times. After all, their personalities are different. Takamaki Xing is generally more lively, but Duanmu Ai usually feels very quiet and rarely takes the initiative to talk to others. Communication, of course, Occasionally Takamaki Anzu can be seen chatting with some classmates - but it seems that she doesn't have very good friends in school.

Perhaps I should communicate with her more?

Duanmu Ai didn’t know what Takamaki Anzu was thinking. In fact, her purpose of doing this was very simple, that is, to let the Phantom Thieves stop temporarily, so that she could free up time to investigate the murder case. Although the heart-stealing phantom thief is a hot topic in society, serial murders are naturally the most harmful in terms of harm.

Dotdu called her to tell her that the investigation of the Phantom Thieves was temporarily suspended, and all resources were put on solving this series of murders.

Duanmu Ai naturally has to prepare for this. The first thing he needs to do is... well, buy a big TV for his office.

 In the name of investigation work, I should be able to take it to the police station and ask Duote for reimbursement.

Thinking of this, Duanmu Ai walked into a nearby supermarket and came to the home appliance store on the third floor.

There are various TVs here, some big and small, but there are no customers nearby. When Duanmu Ai walked to the other side of the shelf, she saw a scene that surprised her.

Not far away, I saw three students in uniforms talking about something. Then they looked around carefully. Out of professional sensitivity, Duanmu Ai naturally avoided the sight of the three of them quietly and hid behind the He walked to the shelf next to him, and then saw the three people looking at each other, and then they walked over facing the TV.

 Then...they actually walked directly into the TV!

　　　……………What the **** is this?”

I have to say that even Duanmu Ai was surprised when he saw this scene.

 There is such a thing?

 (End of this chapter)