Detective Conan: Becoming a Zaibatsu - Starting with Joining the Winery

I didn't stay in the garden for long; after sitting for half an hour, I said goodbye and left.

That's normal!

After all, the two were not particularly close; they only interacted more because of Xiaolan.

Now that the business is done, there's no need to linger.

After Lin Mo personally saw Yuanzi off, when he returned to the living room, a maid brought him a cup of coffee.

After picking up his coffee, he began to think.

The Suzuki family...

What do you want to do?

Based on his experience using the Suzuki family, Lin Mo didn't think this invitation was well-intentioned.

As for—Kaito Kid?

He never took this unfortunate kid seriously. In Lin Mo's eyes, he was only worthy of sitting at the same table as Conan, just a free male prop for the Suzuki family.

Yes!

Imagine the scene from the original story; what would happen if it were brought to reality?

He stole jewels from various wealthy families!

If the Metropolitan Police Department were to step in, could Phantom Thief Kid really hold his own?

Hakuba Saguru almost captured him with just one man. If they were to really go all out, they would have sent Yamato Kansuke and Morofushi Takaaki directly...

Can't catch it?

Bullshit!

If it's too far to send people from Nagano Prefecture, we can also have Amuro Tooru's Zero Team take action. Catching a phantom thief like Kid would be a piece of cake.

If the zaibatsu family is really angry, they can use their connections to suppress them. They might not be able to mobilize Amuro Tooru, but surely they can mobilize Morofushi Takaaki?

Why not do it?

Because—it's unnecessary!

in contrast.

The major conglomerates would love for Phantom Thief Kid to steal from them, and the reason is actually quite simple.

Kaito Kid is so popular!

This thing is even more exaggerated than top idol stars. Every time he makes a move, his fans are a huge crowd. How much would it cost to hire a celebrity to endorse a product?

Where is Kaito Kid?

free!

The key point is that after stealing the items, this guy returned them within a few days.

Only a fool wouldn't dare to do something so good—simply act in a play for free and save a huge amount of endorsement fees.

Hehe!

Arrest them?

The chaebols not only won't arrest him, they'll even actively protect him.

Even when the Metropolitan Police Department is about to catch Phantom Thief Kid, these conglomerates will most likely let him go on his own. After all, they wouldn't want to let the Metropolitan Police Department catch such a good free spokesperson.

This is also why Inspector Nakamori has been arrested so many times, yet he has never been held accountable despite each failure.

After all—it's acting!

Perhaps Inspector Nakamori already knew the true identity of Phantom Thief Kid; after all, the two families are neighbors, how could someone who can become an inspector be a fool?

I guess it's just that silly kid Kaito Kuroba who's indulging in self-pity, thinking he's incredibly strong.

But in reality?

In the eyes of all the important figures, he was no different from an idol star.

If we really have to point out the difference, other idol stars have to pay money, but using this silly kid is free.

Thinking of this, Lin Mo's lips twitched involuntarily.

"Forget it, forget it!"

"Why think about this silly child? Let's think about more important things."

"What exactly is the Suzuki family's goal?"

"But never mind."

"When soldiers come, we'll meet them head-on; when water comes, we'll know for sure."

Lin Mo put down his coffee cup and didn't bother thinking about it anymore.

Now that he has gained momentum, he can at least protect himself, so since he can't figure it out, he naturally doesn't bother to think about it anymore.

in contrast.

He's more interested in Kazuha!

I'll be able to see this girl again in a couple of days. I wonder how she and Heiji are doing.

But considering Hattori Heiji's personality, and that he wasn't the type to coax girls, Lin Mo felt a little more at ease.

……

Two days later.

When Lin Mo woke up, he realized it was the weekend again, and it was also the 60th anniversary of the Suzuki family. He twitched his lips, yawned, and got up to wash and clean himself.

Before Lin Mo could finish his breakfast, Xiao Lan called him.

"Don't worry, I remember."

"I'm having breakfast now, and I'll be at your house in about twenty minutes."

"Just wait at home. I'll pick you up later, and we'll go to Beika Municipal Hotel together."

Lin Mo spoke, his tone calm.

This was something the two had agreed upon long ago, so Lin Mo naturally wouldn't break his promise.

Ten minutes later.

After finishing his breakfast, Lin Mo asked Director Ochiai to drive him to Ran's house.

After picking up Ran, Uncle Mori, and Conan, it took another twenty minutes to arrive at the Beika National Hotel.

The group had just gotten off the bus when Sonoko rushed over.

"Xiao Lan!"

"The garden!"

The two women were very happy to see each other.

Lin Mo stood quietly beside Xiao Lan, a faint smile always on his lips, and his eyes were filled with envy as he looked at the two women.

Yes!

This kind of friendship is so rare.

At the very least.

He may achieve success in his career, and he may have subordinates and allies, but he will never meet any friends.

but.

Lin Mo subtly noticed a gaze that had been watching him all along. He frowned slightly, then turned around and saw Conan's big face.

What bad luck!

Lin Mo's lips twitched; he didn't know how to respond.

Yes.

If he had a choice, he would want to stay far away from Conan. This guy's fate is too strange; he's really like a plague god.

However, the way Conan looked at him surprised Lin Mo.

What kind of look is that?

Shock, bitterness, confusion, anger...

His eyes held a complex mix of emotions, and Lin Mo only needed to think for a moment to realize that Kudo Yusaku might not have discussed cooperation with him, but he must have told him that he knew he was Kudo Shinichi.

Just as Lin Mo was pondering, Conan cautiously approached.

"Hey, Lin Mo."

When did you find out who I was?

no way.

Conan really couldn't understand it.

In his view, he was being very careful every day, so there was no reason why Lin Mo would know his identity.

And, in response to this.

Upon hearing Conan's words, Lin Mo's lips twitched even more.

After giving Conan a strange look, Lin Mo spoke calmly, "The case of Yoko Okino."

"So early?" Conan was shocked.

Lin Mo sighed helplessly, then said with a look of utter disbelief, "You knocked Uncle Mori unconscious with that huge ashtray. It's impossible for me not to notice you!"

"and then?"

"After Uncle Mori was knocked unconscious by the ashtray, you sneaked behind the sofa and started solving the case right away with your bow tie."

"Is this normal?"

"Whose child is doing this?"

"Plus, you look so much like Shinichi Kudo, it's like you were made from the same mold."

"and……"

"A little investigation into you will reveal that you're an unregistered resident; the Metropolitan Police Department doesn't even have a file on your household registration."

"So, is there any need to continue?"