Detective Conan: Is Miss Haibara planning to assault a police officer again today?

"And another thing I want to tell you is that if... one day you feel that staying elsewhere is dangerous, that there is a possibility of being discovered, then you can come here with me."

"Don't worry, I will definitely take full responsibility for the baby I rescued. You're quite an interesting little guy, and it's not a hassle to keep him at home."

Ai Haibara's wary expression lessened considerably, and she said speechlessly, "It seems you really do become quite emotionally inept in these kinds of situations."

"Suddenly speaking in an adult tone, is it so hard to change the last half of your sentence to 'You have a great personality, and I would be very happy living with you'?"

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She pursed her lips, walked to the sofa and sat down, trying to sound relaxed, "Okay, okay~ I'll trust you for now."

"However, I need to think carefully about things like 'you raise me' or 'be your family's child'."

Her expression turned serious. "I can tell you clearly that I don't just want to be discovered, but the people looking for me are also in great danger."

“I was in the US before. Those people were a huge, multinational force that you, a mere patrol officer, couldn’t possibly contend with. If you’re worried about trouble, you can take back what you said. I won’t blame you.”

Higashino Ning thought to herself, "You really know how to talk. The organization is indeed a transnational force, and it really is connected to Grace's background. It's not a lie at all."

He scooped up the last bit of food from the pot, ate it, and patted his stomach.

"I am not afraid of trouble, nor am I afraid of danger. This is my dignity as a police officer."

"Also, miss, I am now the head of the patrol department, so please remember to address me differently."

Ai Haibara looked speechless. "The patrol chief is trash to them too."

"And what about the inspector, the superintendent, or even the superintendent general, the chief superintendent, or the superintendent general?!" Higashino Ning approached step by step, his tone becoming increasingly firm and confident. "With the power of an entire nation, what kind of criminal organization can't be taken down?"

Ai Haibara has to admit that she is now intimidated by Higashino Ning's aura, and also deeply moved.

But you idiot, do you know how long it takes to get promoted to Superintendent General of Police?

She shook her head helplessly, "Alright, alright, put away your unrealistic and silly dreams, I..."

Before she could finish speaking, she heard Dongye Ning mutter under his breath, pinching his chin.

"There seem to be quite a few, like the Rothschild family and the Mafia. It seems they can't even take down the Yamaguchi-gumi in our own country."

"Is there really no future in the police system?"

Ai Haibara: "......"

Chapter 39 Another Bank Robbery

It was a confession session, but the confession wasn't very clear.

However, Higashino Ning couldn't explain it very clearly; he could only express his desire to adopt Haibara Ai.

"So... you actually heard it that day?" Higashino Ning's tone was inexplicably shy.

Ai Haibara's playful side kicked in immediately, and she gave a mischievous smirk, "Oh? So even a wicked adult like you can feel shy?"

What constitutes a wicked adult?

This is utter slander.

Higashino Ning leisurely walked over and sat down next to Haibara Ai. "So, would you like to become my child?"

The little girl shook her head immediately, "No, didn't I just say I need to think about it some more, and besides..."

She leaned her head against Dongye Ning and said, "You really want to live with me? You're actually a good person, but a girl like me has a lot to consider."

Higashino Ning: "......"

Okay, okay, even giving out a "good person" card is a struggle, and you're still "considered a good person".

LOL, you're such a faker. Actually, I never really wanted to adopt you, let alone date you. /(ㄒoㄒ)/~~.

Higashino Ning said "Okay" and got up to clean up the mess on the table.

Ai Haibara also left after saying goodbye.

She really has to get up early tomorrow.

Although she always talks about conducting investigations and counterattacks against the organization, her strength is ultimately too weak. Developing an antidote to turn her back into an adult is her main mission.

Speaking of which, the CDs we went to Hirota's house to look for were taken by the criminal and ended up in the hands of the police as evidence. They haven't been returned yet.

Ai Haibara wasn't too worried about the police seeing the information inside, because the drug information was very advanced and ordinary people couldn't understand it. In addition, the disc nominally belonged to Professor Hirota, so it was perfectly reasonable for it to contain incomprehensible information, and the police would most likely not investigate it further.

Even if you really delve into it, it's just a drug information document. Without supporting preliminary research reports and other materials, it will only leave people confused.

The little girl's departure plunged the house into silence once again.

It would have been better if she hadn't come; Higashino Ning is quite used to this kind of environment.

But her departure cast a melancholy over the otherwise ordinary loneliness.

According to the laws of science, there is a high probability that a case will occur tomorrow, but Higashino Ning does not have a suitable reason to get involved.

Actually, it's not too bad. Conan and his friends are professional at calling the police, and most cases are only completely resolved after the police get involved.

For ordinary cases, as long as the police can be dispatched, it means they will receive a reward. Whether they can follow up on the case from the beginning is not particularly important.

Even at night, time still flies by.

The following morning, Higashino Ning, who was organizing case files in his office, received a stern order from Inspector Megure.

"Brother Dongye, head to the Beihu branch of Dongdu Bank immediately! There's been a robbery there!"

After putting down his phone, Higashino Ning felt a little dizzy.

Shouldn't Conan be camping outside right now? How did he get involved with a bank?

"It seems to be an unrelated case to the main plot, just like the murder of the French restaurant owner."

Having made his judgment, Higashino Ning quickly got up and called for help.

He's now the patrol chief, and a big shot in Inspector Megure's inner circle, so making dispatch arrangements is no problem for him.

Higashino Ning believed that Megure Juichi was angry because of the multiple bank robberies that had occurred in a short period of time.

But when he arrived, he discovered that, in addition to this reason, the more crucial one was that Megure's wife, Midori Megure, had been taken hostage by the criminals.

The area outside the Dongdu Bank Beihu branch was quickly surrounded by police.

The evacuation of the people was to be handled by others, and Higashino Ning immediately sought out Inspector Megure to understand the situation.

"Inspector, how many prisoners are there?"

“There are only two so far,” Inspector Megure tried to keep his composure, but his expression was so dark it could drip black water. “It’s really despicable. This happened so suddenly. These two robbers must have done a thorough reconnaissance and made a plan.”

Higashino Ning nodded and looked inside through the bank's glass door.

Those who came to the bank to conduct business were now gathered in the lobby, all crouching down with their heads in their hands, and the woman being choked by one of the robbers was Megure.

As expected of Inspector Megure's wife, even though she was being held hostage with a gun pointed at her head, she remained calm and composed, showing no signs of panic.

This is also related to individual personality.

Although Lady Megure appears gentle most of the time, she is actually quite brave.

Twenty years ago, when she was in high school, she was determined to disguise herself as a delinquent girl to lure the murderer out and avenge her friend.

It was around that time that she met Inspector Megure. She, who once distrusted the police intensely, married a policeman, and her fierce heart was gradually replaced by gentleness.

Shh~~ These are all old stories. Inspector Megure thought no one knew about them. Don't tell him.

After thinking for a moment, Higashino Ning leaned close to Megure Juzo's ear and whispered, "Inspector, we can't storm in under these circumstances. Let's let the robbers go first, and then try to make an arrest."

The main problem is that snipers can't get to their positions quickly enough, and due to the terrain, they can't find any suitable sniping spots.

If they fail, many lives will be lost, including Megure.

Money can be recovered, and face can be regained, but once a person dies, they can never be brought back to life.

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These are not just applicable to Midori Megure; they apply to everyone in the bank.

Human life comes first.

Moreover, letting the robbers go is not particularly shameful. Looking at the world, there are not many examples of criminals being apprehended without any loss in a bank.

Furthermore, with the added prestige of their previous two cases, the police now have two layers of armor to shield them from harm in the public eye.

Inspector Megure naturally understood Higashino Ning's meaning. He pondered for a moment, "Hmm, let's make this plan first."

As he spoke, Inspector Megure solemnly grasped Higashino Ning's hand, his gaze profound, "Brother Higashino, if it comes to the point where we must pursue and apprehend the criminals, I urge you to do your utmost."

"The reputation and prestige of our police force have been restored and rebuilt thanks to your contributions. Now we hope that you can carry the glory of the police force to even greater heights."

This... this sudden sense of mission is so unexpected... I'm sorry to have surprised you.

Higashino Ning suppressed his surging excitement and nodded, "Yes, I will definitely live up to your mission."

Inspector Megure picked up the walkie-talkie, left the cover of the police car, and walked towards the bank.

"Listen up, prisoners! Our police are fully prepared. You have no chance of escaping justice. If you repent now, there is still a chance to redeem yourself..."

Before he could finish speaking, a gunshot shattered the bank's glass door.

"Stop talking nonsense! I demand that you leave immediately. If you dare to utter another word, I will kill this woman on the spot!"

“Start the timer now. For every minute your police disappear every night, we’ll kill one more person.”

"Alright, make your choice. I have over a hundred hostages here!"

Chapter 40 Truly worthy of being called Sin City

The prisoner has effectively killed off the negotiations.

Alright, alright, since you want to come to Boda and have a life-or-death struggle, then come on!

Inspector Megure raised the megaphone again, "Everyone, retreat!"

He silently shook his head at his wife, who was in grave danger, thinking to himself, "Little Green, you mustn't do anything rash."

As soon as the order was given, Higashino Ning was the first to react, leading his team away by car.