I'm in Detective Conan, and the system has appointed Batman.

However, what bothered him more than the magic book was the stares from Ai Haibara and Conan.

Conan immediately asked.

"What did that magician mean? Who is the spider? And who is the Purple Witch?"

“You’ve never told us any of this, and what do you mean we don’t need to deal with those two?”

"Isn't that a bit disrespectful?"

Conan adjusted his non-prescription glasses.

The white light, defying the laws of physics, flickered on the lenses of his non-prescription glasses, adding an eerie feel to his demeanor.

Ai Haibara, who was standing next to her, then spoke.

"I never knew about these things either."

"You can keep these things from Kudo, but why keep them from me too?"

"Did I know that this would have such adverse consequences?"

Conan: ?

He turned to look at Ai Haibara beside him, a hint of doubt in his eyes.

Hey little sister, what's wrong with you?

What do you mean by saying it's fine if you just keep it from Kudo?

Did Chen En tell you something I didn't know before? Something he deliberately told me behind my back? Isn't that a bit too much?

Whether it's helping Chen En fight or not.

It would be better to solve the case together with Chen En.

I was here first, so why did things turn out this way?

Am I not good at solving cases?

Ai Haibara pretended not to see Conan's gaze and continued speaking.

Could you please elaborate?

"It's about the spider and the Purple Witch."

Her voice, though calm, carried a complex meaning.

"Will I be able to help?"

"We need to see what the situation is first. How can we know we can't help if we don't even try?"

"If I haven't misremembered..."

"You said something similar to me before, didn't you? You've already started trying to trust other people, so why don't you try trusting us too?"

...You still remember that sentence?

Chen En reached out and rubbed his forehead.

He did say that.

However, that happened several hundred chapters ago, and even he himself didn't remember it very clearly, or rather, it had been forgotten in a corner of his memory.

However, since Conan and Ai Haibara are so determined to help, it's not impossible.

At least these two people are trustworthy.

If it were the Japanese Public Security Bureau or other official intelligence agencies, they could potentially become enemies under certain circumstances, but these two individuals would not.

"Well then, let me explain briefly."

"It's about the spider and the Purple Witch."

Chen En said this.

His gaze fell on Professor Agasa, who was still flipping through the magic books. Professor Agasa felt a chill run down his spine and then turned to look at Chen En.

Dr. Agasa: ?

Why are you looking at me?

Batman, you know me. I've long been your most trusted Robin!

He didn't say much.

Given his size and physical condition, he didn't seem like he could be of much help.

Conan and Ai Haibara can use their physical advantages and age/appearance to reveal their disguises, but he couldn't do that.

Unless he's cast as a programmer or a professional doctor or something...?

Chapter 748 The Unconventional White Horse Scout

Chen En briefly explained the matter, which immediately surprised Ai Haibara and Conan.

It turns out that the true identity of Günter von Goldberg II, the world's greatest illusionist, is actually Spider, a top-tier illusionist and assassin from a mysterious organization.

No wonder this world's number one illusionist inexplicably announced his accidental death shortly after arriving in Tokyo.

And after publicly announcing that he died unexpectedly.

Then they suddenly reappeared in Canada and held a new performance there...

So it was all a setup for Hakuba Saguru.

Conan stroked his chin, recalling the situation back then. He was somewhat surprised by Hakuba Saguru's inexplicable arrival and departure.

Looking back now, it's clear that he failed to connect Hakuba Saguru with the world's greatest illusionist.

After all, detectives and illusionists seem like two completely unrelated professions.

He never watches magic or illusions.

For a detective with keen insight, both magic and illusion are things that can be easily seen through.

They cannot enjoy performance techniques that rely entirely on creating atmosphere and mystery.

"So that's why Hakuba Saguru left Tokyo... Wait a minute."

"You mean Hakuba Saguru went to Canada alone, fought against both the Purple Witch and the Spider, and managed to escape unscathed and return to Tokyo?"

At this point, Conan suddenly looked up.

A hint of surprise appeared in his eyes, as he found it hard to imagine how Hakuba Saguru managed to escape unscathed from an attack by two superpowered individuals.

Although Conan has not yet actually fought any superpowered individuals, judging from Chen En's experience of fighting the spider, which he just mentioned,...

That spider possesses the superpower of illusion, which allows it to control the bodies of others.

Although the illusion can be forcibly broken by continuously generating external stimuli...

However, if we get caught in a surprise attack, we're doomed.

Furthermore, we also need to add another witch whose strength is similar to that of Koizumi Akako.

Hakuba Saguru's abilities are somewhat...

Isn't that going too far?

This is not something that can be accomplished simply by taking some precautions beforehand and escaping unscathed from two supernatural beings.

Conventional technological methods are unlikely to be effective.

Put yourself in their shoes.

If Conan were to face a surprise attack from two supernatural beings, even with prior precautions, it would be difficult for him to escape unscathed unless he strikes first.

Having learned the true identity of the supernatural ability user in advance, they used technological tools to eliminate the user before the user could activate their abilities.

This is difficult for the average person to do.

However, for Conan, who has mastered the core of this world's science, it is not something he cannot do.

In other words, he can only fight offensive battles, not defensive battles.

Playing a defensive game will likely result in defeat.

So how did Hakuba Saguru manage to ambush two supernatural beings even though he knew they were in an ambush?

Is it possible to escape unscathed simply by making some prior preparations?

"...Was it because Hakuba Saguru contacted the Canadian police in advance?"

Ai Haibara said thoughtfully.

Just like the common drawback of superpowered individuals, while their supernatural abilities are powerful, their own defenses are not very strong.

One bullet would be enough to put them in a desperate situation, and if one bullet wasn't enough, the police force's bullet coverage would definitely be sufficient.

If the police force gets involved...

“There was no trace of any police force being deployed in the Canadian area, so Ai’s guess was wrong.”

The voice of Noah's Ark rang out on the screen, spoken by the super artificial intelligence.

"It's clear that Hakuba Saguru has some kind of trump card regarding the supernatural."

"This trump card might just be a prop..."

Chen En took over the conversation and said.

"Or perhaps it's just one person."

Alone...?

Conan and Ai Haibara were both taken aback.

According to what Chen En just said, magicians also need money to live.

The United States, on the other hand, is notorious for its greed and is a true capitalist society.

As the only son of Superintendent General Hakuba, Hakuba Saguru clearly has ample funds. Could it be that he paid someone to help him?