Daily Spy Life in the Detective Conan World

Chapter 148 Ekoda Landmark Clock Tower

The break at Shiraiu Pharmaceuticals lasted only a few days, and Gin quickly brought back the funds.

Although it's not a lot, it's enough to barely keep the research running.

So, Sherry, the "tool person," is back online.

During this time, Natsukawa noticed something different.

When Gin returned, his gaze seemed much gentler, not as sharp as before.

It must be related to the information he provided.

It seems that Gin has been persuaded and is considering taking action against Lupin Suzuki.

However, Xia Chuan did not approach to inquire about the specific situation. Wouldn't that be asking for trouble, or getting himself conscripted?
After several encounters, Xia Chuan has learned his lesson.

We can find out the specifics from Vodka later; there's no need to ask Gin.

As for Conan...

After the Mori family went on a three-day trip, Natsukawa felt that Conan was looking at him strangely.

However, Natsukawa didn't care, which might be related to Hattori Heiji.

It seems that Heiji Hattori has very likely discovered Conan's true identity. Indeed, the world's corrective power is quite strong; at least the relationship between the protagonist and important supporting characters cannot be misled by Natsukawa's few words.

After seeing Conan and Anya off at the gate as they headed to school, Natsukawa turned and drove to Frank's house.

Nothing much has happened on Conan's side these past few days, but there has been some activity on Kaito Kid's side.

Since the Brilliant Flower incident, Phantom Thief Kid, who disappeared for eight years, has reappeared in people's sight and has issued three notices so far.

This means that this unscrupulous son-in-law has tricked his foolish father-in-law three times.

The reason Natsukawa noticed this day was because Frank received news that a transfer student named Koizumi Akako had joined Kuroba Kaito's class.

Frank received the news a little late.

Natsukawa remembered that the witch and the magician first met on Valentine's Day. At that time, Koizumi Akako had already transferred to Ekoda High School, so Frank's news was at least four or five days behind.

This is very likely related to the fact that he has a girlfriend. Damn Frank, his work enthusiasm has been corrupted by lust.

They don't even care about the things he asked them to do.

However, it's not a big problem. Even if Frank finds out about this before Valentine's Day, Xia Chuan won't have time to admire Koizumi Akako's magic circle. After all, nothing is more important than his future brother-in-law.

Fortunately, it was Kidd's side. If the information from the brewery had been misinterpreted, it could have endangered his safety.

That said, Koizumi Akako should now have confirmed that Kaito Kid's identity is Kuroba Kaito, and Kuroba Kaito also knows that one of his classmates is the heir to the Red Magic.

Now that he has some free time, Natsukawa wants to learn more about Koizumi Akako.

"Have you found any information about Red Magic and Koizumi Akako?" Upon arriving at Frank's house, Xia Chuan asked directly without any further greetings.

Frank scratched his head, shaking it in frustration: "Magicians are just unscientific! They can't possibly exist!"

Having spent years in the underworld, Frank felt for the first time how ignorant he was.

Magic is something that should only exist in fairy tales, such as Snow White and the Seven Perverts.

This is the first time I've ever heard of magic in real life.

Xia Chuan explained, "Magic might also be a product of technology. Maybe Koizumi Akako just packaged it better, and we didn't realize it."

I was surprised too. You must have heard that on Valentine's Day, the entire area within a kilometer radius of Tokyo Tower turned red.

I have received definitive information that this situation occurred because Koizumi Akako set up a magic circle there.

Frank remained silent. Damn this rumor, he hadn't heard it before!
A red Tokyo Tower?

On Valentine's Day, he had dinner with the daughter of the head of the National Tax Service at Tokyo Tower, and found nothing except Kaito Kid.

What do you mean by a red Tokyo Tower? Isn't the Tokyo Tower originally red?

Xia Chuan ignored Frank's question and asked, "Have you found out about the Koizumi family history?"

Natsukawa had a great interest in the Koizumi family.

Frank continued to shake his head; his iron spear had met his steel shield, and he hadn't obtained a single clue.

This so-called Koizumi Akako seems to have appeared out of thin air, just like the Koizumi family, who appeared quietly without a trace of their past.

"All right."

Xia Chuan was a little disappointed, but that was normal. It was only natural that something magical didn't conform to common sense.

"Speaking of which, Kaito Kid's target this time is the Ekoda Clock Tower, right?"

“Yes, the clock tower’s hands are inlaid with several large gems; that should be Kid’s target this time. You think Koizumi Akako will also appear, so you want to go and see?” Frank smiled, then his expression suddenly became a little strange.

Xia Chuan nodded and asked, "What's wrong?"

Although it's unknown whether Koizumi Akako will take action against Kid, she will definitely be there.

If she had already clashed with Kid once, she should have been won over by this elegant phantom thief.

How could a dignified witch be so easily deceived by a magician? Is this a sign of the decline of humanity or a distortion of morality?
"Actually, these gems were sold by Kitano Mitsufumi, the owner of the clock tower, long ago. The gems now embedded in the hands are actually just fake crystals. Because the crystals are embedded in the hands of the clock tower, which is nearly 100 meters high, this matter has not been discovered. If I hadn't investigated and found that Kitano Mitsufumi's company account had a large sum of money of unknown origin, I might have been deceived as well."

Frank produced several photocopies of jewelry transactions, showing how Kitano Mitsufumi sold gemstones to a wealthy European businessman.

According to the information, this wealthy businessman was quite famous. He was a top aristocrat and a gem collector. Between ten and eight years ago, the gem collector was visited three times by the phantom thief Kid.

The gems that Kaito Kid could take a liking to were either very large or very precious, and from that time on, this wealthy businessman began to become famous.

"Do you think Phantom Thief Kid knows about this?" Natsukawa asked.

Frank shook his head: "How would I know? I probably wouldn't know, otherwise he wouldn't need to send a notice; he could just go to Europe to find that rich businessman."

Speaking of which, Phantom Thief Kid is quite peculiar. Both previous Phantom Thieves stole for the sake of stealing, and each time they returned the jewels. What kind of pattern is that?

Frank was somewhat puzzled and could only categorize the father and son as thieves.

There's nothing strange about it. The world is full of wonders, and sometimes, a liking for stealing can be a kind of illness.

Xia Chuan didn't explain, and after thinking for a while, shook his head and gave up.

Regardless, Kaito Kuroba's notice has been sent out, and he will definitely go. As for what happens next, we'll find out then.

"Is Kitano Dofu rich?" Xia Chuan's mind raced, and he said with a smile, "This kind of unscrupulous entrepreneur is definitely dishonest. Go check the dark web. People who steal and sell gemstones like this are bound to evade taxes. You'll find out every time you investigate. He hasn't provided any performance data since he got the National Tax Service credentials. We can use him to inflate our performance figures."

“Okay.” Frank nodded.

This is indeed a good choice. A status can bring benefits and convenience, but a status also needs to be managed, and producing results is the best way to manage it.

"Kidd's move is scheduled for tomorrow. I'll also go to his company tonight to check for evidence of illegal transactions. We'll work together from both sides."

Then, Xia Chuan seemed to remember something and whispered a few words to Frank.

Frank raised an eyebrow, gave a strange smile, and nodded noncommittally.

interesting.

As evening approached, the famous detective finished his routine check-in at Teitan Elementary School and went home.

He seemed distracted on the way, as if he was thinking about something.

"Conan, are you thinking about that Kid announcement you saw on TV at noon?" Anya asked.

Conan nodded and said, "Well, speaking of which, the clock tower in Ekoda has stood for fifty years. If it weren't for Kaito Kid's notice, I wouldn't have known that it was about to be demolished."

It's really quite moving. I remember my dad taking me there when I was little. It's a treasure with immense artistic value and historical significance; I never expected this.

"When you were little? Conan is only six years old now. When you say 'when you were little,' you don't mean when he was a baby, do you? Does Conan still remember things from that time?"

"Huh?" Conan coughed twice. After spending a few days with Heiji Hattori, his habits had reverted to those of a high school student.

Hattori is quite an oddball; he initially thought Hattori was his father's second son.

If his performance hadn't been so astonishing, Hattori Heiji would probably have gone down that path to the end.

According to his explanation, this misunderstanding was also related to Xia Chuan, who supposedly came to this conclusion after a lot of analysis.

No wonder Natsukawa didn't object to his investigation when the case happened; he probably thought he would call Shinichi Kudo for help.

It takes a lot of imagination to make your father suddenly have a second son.

However, this is also good. The fewer people who know, the better. Right now, besides their parents, there are only Professor Agasa and Heiji Hattori, which is an acceptable number.

Moreover, these people are all tight-lipped and will not easily reveal their information.

"Slip of the tongue. I meant that my grandpa took my dad there to visit when he was a child."

"Oh." Anya sneered inwardly. This little brat is still pretending with me; I've seen right through him!
Anya knew all of this, but she didn't say anything. Everyone has secrets, and she knew how to keep secrets for others. At the same time, this was also a way of protecting herself.

"So, Conan, are you planning to go to Ekoda tomorrow night?"

"Don't go!"

He definitely had to go, but he couldn't tell Anya, otherwise that tagalong would definitely follow him and might even film him again. He didn't want to give Anya any more opportunities to expose his dirty secrets.

He was a little disappointed that he didn't even see Kidd's shadow at Green Channel that time.

We absolutely have to go check it out this time; it would be even better if we could catch them.

Although Phantom Thief Kid doesn't kill people, stealing jewels is still illegal, and as long as it's illegal, the famous detective will get involved.

Before that, we need to go to Professor Agasa's house.

The Hengshui Laobaigan liquor that I asked Professor Agasa to buy for him last time has arrived. The Tsujimura family's experience was definitely not a dream!

Hengshui Laobaigan has amazing health benefits!

I'll go test it out tomorrow, Saturday. If I can change back, it will be helpful for participating in the Phantom Thief Kid case tomorrow night.

He knows the reputation he built himself, and if he goes back to his old ways, he will definitely be able to get more involved in the case.

Unlike last time, when I arrived, Kidd had already flown away.

(Ask for monthly ticket)

(End of this chapter)