Violence supervision in Conan

Chapter 623 Inviting the FBI Boss to Make a Movie

Oni nods to James and the others, saying, "Greetings, everyone. My name is Oni no Takeshi."

"Haha, I know you, the famous Director Onino!" James quickly followed Conan's words, pretending to be a foreign friend.

Although Conan's expression remained normal, he was a little anxious inside.

Firstly, he was afraid that these FBI agents would reveal their weaknesses and be discovered by Ono Takeshi. Secondly, he still needed to discuss important matters regarding dealing with the organization, and Ono Takeshi's arrival now was really not the right time.

However, Ono Takeshi did not leave as he wished; instead, he walked past him and into the house.

"Are you all from America?"

Ghost Wild Armed Forces pretended not to recognize James and the others, and asked with a smile.

His gaze, however, subtly swept across a certain spot.

Shuichi Akai and his group thought they were well hidden, but in reality, they had not escaped his eyes at all.

However, Ono Takeshi did not expose him, as this would not align with his purpose, so he pretended to be confused.

“That’s right, we are all friends of Mr. Yusaku Kudo,” James replied “enthusiastically.”

However, a scrutinizing glint appeared in his eyes.

This was the first time James had met Oni Takeshi in person. He had only heard about him from Shuichi Akai and the others before. However, after being in such close contact with him, he actually felt a faint pressure from him.

As a seasoned agent who had seen countless people, James was certain that Oni no Takeshi was no ordinary man!
This is only natural; how could someone who can build such a business from scratch be an ordinary person?

While his mind raced with thoughts, his face remained impassive, completely immersed in his role, revealing no flaws whatsoever.

Unfortunately, Ono Takeshi already knew his identity.

Looking at James's outstanding acting skills, Ono Takeshi nodded secretly. Sure enough, the acting skills of this group of FBI agents were all extraordinary.

That would be even better!
The two exchanged pleasantries.

Just as Conan was thinking of an excuse to fool Takeshi Kiyono, he suddenly heard him say something that surprised everyone present:
“Mr. James, you know I’m a film supervisor…”

Ono Takeshi went straight to the point and extended an invitation.

"I'm currently casting for my film, and I think you, Mr. James, are very suitable for the lead role. Would you be interested?"

"Me, me?"

Even with James's shrewdness, he was stunned by Ono Takeshi's sudden words.

Why did they suddenly invite me to make a movie when everything was going so well?
I'm an FBI agent, not an actor!

Wait a minute, it seems they have more than one actor in the FBI...

Thinking of this, James's lips twitched involuntarily.

Hiding in the shadows, Shuichi Akai and the others were speechless. Takeshi Ono wasn't even letting their boss go. Did he want to take down the entire FBI?

Conan couldn't help but grin.

Good heavens, Takeshi Ono is trying to make the FBI a group of celebrities!
Or we could just open an entertainment agency; that would at least keep things under wraps...

The crowd's emotions were somewhat disrupted by Oni Takeshi's sudden invitation, but the latter seemed oblivious and continued:
“Mr. James’s temperament and image are very suitable for the role in the movie. I hereby formally extend an invitation to you. There is no problem with the salary.”

James was speechless. "Do I need your little bit of money?"

Why are there so many unexpected things happening today? First, Oni Takeshi suddenly showed up at my door, and now he's inexplicably inviting me to make a movie.

James' first reaction was to refuse.

As the head of the FBI's branch in Japan, he naturally had no interest in acting in movies.

However, the words were about to come out when his expression suddenly froze.

Looking at the man in front of him, a strange light flashed in James' eyes.

He suddenly remembered that, according to the intelligence he had obtained, during the previous controversy surrounding "The Diary of John Rabe," the Karasuma Foundation had briefly stepped in to help Takeshi Ono overcome the difficulties, allowing the film to be successfully released in Japan.

As the entity behind the organization, the Karasuma Group has always been a source of his vigilance.

The existence of the Black Organization is no secret among the high-ranking officials of various countries, including its leader, Renya Karasuma. For the small group of people who wield power, it's practically an open secret.

After all, how can you control an organization without even knowing who's behind it?
The information that Conan and his friends risked their lives to obtain was common knowledge to certain high-ranking individuals.

As the FBI's head in Japan, James's rank was naturally high, and as a frontline person dealing with the organization, he was actually informed of the organization's relationship with the Karasuma Group.

However, we don't know about the deeper layers, such as Karasuma Renya's survival and the existence of APTX4869...

For some reason, James did not inform Shuichi Akai and the others about this.

After all, his orders were only to deal with the Black Organization.

He was not qualified to access anything deeper.

James, who had originally intended to refuse, couldn't help but become suspicious when he thought about how the Karasuma Group had helped Oni Takeshi before.

Why did the Karasuma Foundation suddenly step in to help Onino Takeshi?
This is clearly unusual.

James sensed a conspiracy.

Could it be that Onino Takeshi is connected to the Karasuma Group?

With this in mind, James immediately made up his mind, and changed the subject, not directly refusing:

"I'm sorry, this is too sudden, I need to think about it."

Now it was Ono Takeshi's turn to be surprised. He had only intended to give it a try, but he didn't expect James not to refuse immediately.

Oni Takeshi narrowed his eyes slightly, looked James up and down, and had a feeling that the other party's purpose was not pure.

But he didn't care.

I have no conflict with the FBI, and as long as they agree, my goal will be achieved.

Conan, standing to the side, stared wide-eyed.

He looked at James with disbelief.

You didn't refuse? You really want to debut!
Please, you're the head of the FBI!
Shuichi Akai and the others showed expressions of shock for the second time.

However, they know James' character, so he must have had his reasons for doing this.

Although James said he needed to consider it, this was clearly just an excuse and practically a yes, which pleased Ono Takeshi.

Having achieved their goal, they did not linger any longer.

After exchanging a few more meaningless words, Oni no Takeshi finally left under Conan's disapproving gaze.

Once the other person had completely disappeared, Conan closed the door.

Shuichi Akai and the others also came out and looked at James, waiting for his explanation.

Since Conan already knew about Karasuma Renya, James didn't hesitate and directly explained his reasons.

Everyone suddenly realized.

Conan frowned and retorted, "It's impossible for Onino Takeshi to have any connection with the organization."

He had initially doubted Oni no Takeshi, but after everything that has happened, he now firmly trusts Oni no Takeshi.

Shuichi Akai and the others also showed expressions of agreement.

As someone who has dealt with Oni no Takeshi, I also do not believe that he has any connection with the organization.

James only had suspicions, but the Karasuma Group's strange behavior made him take it seriously.

A person like Karasuma Renya would never act without a reason; he must have a purpose in doing so.

And all of this is related to Takeshi Ono.

Just then, Ono Takeshi extended an invitation, so he readily accepted.

If we can get close to Onino Takeshi, we might be able to find some clues...

(End of this chapter)