Daily Spy Life in the Detective Conan World

Chapter 603 Okita Souji, the One Coveted
Even the little kids could tell.

Conan rolled his eyes in exasperation. If Uncle Kogoro could correct this habit, he might be more like a detective.

Unfortunately, there is no such thing.

Upon hearing Eri Kisaki's name, Kogoro Mouri's eyes twitched, and he unconsciously glanced left and right.

He was quite afraid that his daughter would stage another "chance encounter" with him.

The last time he "bumped into" Eri Kisaki, things didn't go well. Not only did he encounter a case, but he also became someone else's alibi, causing his relationship with Eri Kisaki to worsen rather than improve.

All the goodwill I had towards Sawaki Kohei from the previous incident was completely wiped out in an instant.

"I looked up some information about this competition beforehand, and I heard that some famous kendo practitioners will be going to watch it. It should be very interesting."

Xia Chuan glanced at Xiao Lan who was speaking and couldn't help but smile to himself.

The other person was probably referring to Hattori Shizuka.

However, the most exciting part of this kendo match wasn't the kendo celebrities, but rather another person who looked exactly like Shinichi Kudo – Okita Souji.

I wonder what Xiaolan's expression will be like then.

If Wakasa Rumi doesn't work as bait, having Okita Souji impersonate Kudo Shinichi would be a good alternative.

After all, he was the "only" person who did not die from the drug APTX4869.

The distillery would definitely be interested in taking it back for research.

Perhaps Karasuma Renya will be there too.

Okita Souji is very passionate about kendo, and he has a warm-hearted personality and a strong competitive spirit, so he should be easy to persuade.

"It's probably a bit risky."

Ai Haibara rested her chin on her hand, looking at the scenery along the way, but said, "The competition seems to have already started. By the time we get there, the finals will probably be almost over."

These words were spoken unconsciously by Ai Haibara; in reality, all her thoughts were focused on what Joel had told her the previous night.

Joel told her that Xia Chuan had known about the two of them for a long time.

Xia Chuan had also clashed with the brewery a long time ago.

This news shocked her greatly.

She said that even though she had lived in this house for a long time, Xia Chuan had never asked the police whether they had found her family.

That's how feelings are.

However, what Joel said was very limited; he didn't tell her everything, at least not about Xia Chuan's other identity as Tequila.

This was also Xia Chuan's explanation.

Unlike Yoru, Ai Haibara knows too much and has difficulty controlling her expressions, so she might give herself away at any time.

As for Anya, there was nothing that could be done about it. If it could be kept secret, Xia Chuan would be more than happy for Anya to never know that her father was a spy.

Although Anya has always admired spies.

But these are two different things.

While they were chatting casually, Conan had already run to the bathroom to answer a phone call.

The same situation also occurred in the restroom of the secondary hall of the kendo competition stadium.

Two famous detectives from the Kanto and Kansai regions are exchanging friendly greetings.

"Hattori, what exactly is this surprise you're talking about? Have you already convinced that swordsman to help you?"

Conan had previously spoken with Heiji Hattori by phone, informing him of everything that had happened at the Twilight Villa.

Heiji Hattori almost burst into tears.

It's a shame he didn't show up for these detective showdowns and the showdown with the black market. However, after talking with Conan, he also realized the problem they currently face.

That is because they lack strength, so they invited Conan to Osaka. Besides relaxing, another purpose was to see if they could get Okita Souji to join their camp.

"But is that Okita Souji really reliable? His swordsmanship is so amazing, could he actually have some special identity behind the scenes?"

For example, assassins.

Conan didn't say it aloud, but the observant Black Chicken sensed the worry in his voice.

"Probably not. I've known Okita Souji for a long time. He's a master of swordsmanship and has always been looking for an opponent. It doesn't necessarily have to be swordsmanship; we might actually be able to recruit him."

Anyway, I'll wait until I meet them to discuss it further.

One concern was about the other person's identity, and another was that it felt very unethical.

Knowing full well what the consequences of antagonizing the distillery would be, they still dragged it down with them.

Heiji Hattori was already very worried. If it weren't for the fact that the other party's father was the head of the Osaka Prefectural Police Headquarters, he would never have revealed anything about the brewery to the other party.

The station was some distance from the competition venue. Hattori Heiji had already called Officer Otaki to pick them up, but due to a sudden case, Natsukawa and the others had to take a taxi themselves.

On the way, Kogoro Mouri kept rambling on.

Conan, however, was extremely anxious.

Cases, cases, all I can think about is cases!

It is said that a strange murder case occurred at the kendo competition. Heiji Hattori is currently solving the case, and Inspector Otaki, who had just left the scene, immediately turned back.

Ai Haibara was increasingly frustrated. Cases, cases, more cases. Couldn't she just enjoy her trip in peace?
Nothing good ever comes from being with Conan.

Her gaze toward Conan grew increasingly hostile; the desire to stab someone is never hidden in one's eyes.

"Hehe, there's nothing we can do about it. Conan and Hattori's double buffs are stacked together. Maybe this is just the beginning."

Anya said something out of the blue, and her laughter was chilling.

Ai Haibara merely glanced at Anya without saying anything more; Anya had been quite troubled these past few days.
After the group arrived at the competition venue, Conan and Kogoro Mouri rushed to the crime scene immediately.

The Xia Chuan family had no interest in this and came to the venue to watch the game. Xiao Lan also came along, because the police had already arrived in advance and there was no need for her to call the police.

"What should we do? Hattori said he's going to solve the case, and even said that solving cases is better than competing, etc."

At the Gaifang High School's headquarters, several contestants were exchanging ideas anxiously.

They would occasionally glance in the direction of Quanxin High School, where there stood a man covered in protective gear, with the words "Okita" hanging from his crotch.

The man was facing their direction, and upon realizing that Hattori Heiji was not there, he couldn't help but shake his head.

"Hey, Okita seems to be looking our way. Who should go up and fight him? Should we learn from Tian Ji's horse racing strategy, since we're in a best-of-three format?"

One of the team members said this, his gaze toward Okita Souji filled with fear.

"Then who will fight Okita Souji?"

The room fell silent after those words were spoken.

Without a doubt, only Hattori Heiji can rival Okita Souji of Izumi High School.

Even in this kendo competition, none of the university students were a match for these two high school students, and many people trembled at the mere mention of their names.

Fortunately, the university section and the high school section are not in the same group.

"I come!"

(Ask for monthly ticket)

(End of this chapter)