He was kind of glad he hadn’t commented on the compliment, if only because he was quite red faced as it was upon realizing he’d voiced that thought. Though it faded some at the grin he cracked at the last text.
[text] I’m sure you have. Though remind me if I ever rethink my stance on drinking to make sure I take you with me. I think it would be in my best interest to have you along.
[text] Though if it does ever happen, lets not let Hattori know about this…
[text] Of course. I’ll invite you to come along next time; I think that we could have quite a bit of fun. The Osakan can stay in Osaka, and we Tokyo residents can enjoy an evening of discussing Mr. Holmes over a drink or two.
Kudou Shinichi wanting to potentially have drinks with him and not invite Hattori? Perhaps things weren’t quite so horrible…