Conan: When Shinjiu and Maolilan swap bodies

After quickly brushing his teeth, he made a phone call to Ran Mouri.

Ran Mouri was still feeling sad because she had witnessed a fierce battle and death, but when she saw Aozawa's call, a smile visibly bloomed on her face.

Vermouth suffered a heart attack.

Sure enough, she heard Xiaolan shout—

"Mr. Qingze, you're awake!"

Upon hearing this, Vermouth's brows furrowed instantly.

How did Xiaolan know that Koniak was sleeping?

How far has their relationship progressed?

She gripped the steering wheel tightly, her back teeth clenched.

Xiao Lan is still a minor!

At least... at least wait until you're an adult...

"Hmm. Let me remind you of something: be prepared, the organization is watching you."

The slight joy she felt upon receiving the call vanished instantly; Ran Mouri's smile faded, and her heart sank.

"They know about you and me?"

"Yeah. I've angered Gin."

Gin has definitely told the truth.

If no one in the organization knew about it at the beginning, then of course there was a need to keep it a secret.

But as more and more people find out, it's only a matter of time before it gets exposed.

Fortunately, the delay had already been quite long, and his preparations were almost complete.

He wasn't too worried about Ran Mouri's safety.

Since the boss knows that Ran Mouri is his girlfriend, he won't allow them to harm her.

Rum also wanted to control him and wouldn't let go of such a good handle on Ran Mouri.

However, there are quite a few people in the organization who have grudges against him. They may not take action against Ran Mouri openly, but they might do something behind the scenes.

He believed that Ran Mouri could handle things on her own, unless someone like Gin appeared.

If Ran Mouri can't handle it, there are others who can.

"Tell your teacher about this, and ask for a few disguise masks..."

"Ah."

"Take good care of yourself, and contact me anytime if anything happens."

Seeing that the call had ended, Vermouth, who had been holding back her words, finally spoke.

"You're together with him? How far have things progressed in your relationship?"

When asked this, Ran Mouri blushed slightly, but it wasn't noticeable because of the mask she was wearing.

"Not yet..." she honestly denied.

Although I really wanted to admit it, I couldn't hide it from the teacher.

Vermouth breathed a sigh of relief.

Koniak still had some principles and didn't prey on minors.

"What were you just talking about? Who are you referring to as 'they'?"

Does it refer to the organization, or the FBI?

These two forces have completely different implications.

Vermouth looked serious, her mind racing as she considered possible countermeasures.

“Mr. Qingze said that the organization found out about our ‘relationship’ and that I would be in danger, so he told me to be careful.”

Hearing that only the organization knew about it, Vermouth felt a slight sense of relief.

It's just that the organization knows about it; they are fully aware of the organization's ways of doing things and will deal with whatever comes their way.

But if the FBI finds out... Xiaolan will not be free.

She said in a low voice, "He knew you would be in danger..."

Knowing he would endanger Xiaolan, he should stay away from her. Koniak's feelings are truly selfish.

"It's alright, I was mentally prepared for it." Ran Mouri was quite philosophical about it.

If she hadn't taken the initiative, Qingze would never have gotten close to her again after that argument.

If she wants Qingze's affections, then she must take the risks for them.

Qingze had already informed her of this risk.

Chapter 266 He's the most important, I know that.

Vermouth's gaze was deep, and she remained silent.

The FBI's failed attempt to capture Binga, and Binga's escape, demonstrates that Ran Mouri is now deeply embroiled in the organization's maelstrom, whether it's Shinichi Kudo's side or Koniak's.

Given that she is Koniak's "girlfriend," Ran Mouri wouldn't be the first choice for the organization to lure out Shinichi Kudo.

However, this does not mean that Xiaolan is safe.

On the other side, Qingze dialed Curaçao's number.

How is your injury healing?

"I feel like I've almost fully recovered."

Curaçao felt that she was mostly recovered.

Qingze's question probably means he has something for her to do.

As expected, Qingze spoke up.

He didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point.

"Do me a favor, I won't force you, you can choose to refuse."

Upon hearing this, a light shone in Curaçao's eyes.

She wouldn't refuse Qingze's request, but she liked the feeling of being respected.

Not treated as a tool, but as a person.

A person who has their own ideas and can refuse requests.

"You said."

"Help me protect Ran Mouri."

Upon hearing this, a murderous glint flashed in Curaçao's eyes, and his expression instantly turned serious.

"Is she in danger?"

"Ah."

"The fact that she is my girlfriend has been exposed. I have offended a lot of people in the organization. Since they can't target me, they will definitely go after her."

It's unclear how many people in the organization are aware of this, so let's prepare for the worst-case scenario.

"I know, where is she now?" Curaçao couldn't sit still any longer and immediately wanted to go to Ran Mouri's side.

"No rush, you pack your things first, I'll come over later."

I originally wanted Curaçao to go abroad for plastic surgery and then come back, but there's no time for that now.

Qingze's calm words calmed Curaçao down.

Ran Mouri is fine now, but that may not be the case in the future.

She might stay with Ran Mouri for a long time.

Thinking about it, anticipation rose in my heart.

If I stay by her side, will I be able to become friends with her?

How should we get along with friends?

……

After returning to her residence with Ran Mouri, Vermouth began taking things one by one.

"I'll give you some disguise masks. You should always carry one with you, and also carry a set of clothes that you can change into quickly..."

"This is a specially designed backpack that can be flipped over to change its shape..."

Vermouth prepared a lot of things for Ran Mouri, including disguise tools and a lot of self-defense items.

Multifunctional electronic watches, GPS necklaces, multifunctional metal bracelets concealing blades and thin steel wires, pens hiding 10cm sharp knives and window breaker hammers, miniature stun guns...

These items looked exactly like normal jewelry; without close inspection, the hidden secrets were completely hidden. Ran Mouri was truly amazed.

"You must always carry your watch and bracelet with you. In case of danger, press this button firmly, and it will send me your location..."

Ran Mouri nodded and put on the wide metal bracelet, about the width of her little finger, on her right hand. The rose gold bracelet fit snugly against her wrist, like a beautiful ornament.

The watch was also worn directly on the other hand; it was a delicate digital watch, hidden under the sleeve.

The necklace is a metal necklace with a locator inside a maple leaf pendant the size of a fingernail.

"Can this locator locate me at any time?"

"Yes."

"Teacher, I don't need this, it's not very convenient..."

Ran Mouri pushed the necklace back.

She often goes to Qingze's place, because she can't expose Qingze's safe house.

Although she trusted that the teacher wouldn't hurt her, it didn't mean that the teacher wouldn't hurt Qingze.

Vermouth could tell at a glance that she was having some kind of trouble, and although she was a little annoyed, she didn't say anything.

"Okay, he should prepare one for you too, you can wear his."

"Thank you, teacher."

“I know he’s more important to you,” Vermouth said sourly.

"You...I...am not..."

Ran Mouri felt a chill run down her spine and stammered for a long time, unsure of what to say.

Vermouth actually enjoyed seeing Ran's nervous expression, and she chuckled softly, easing Ran's embarrassment.

"Just kidding."

She took out a necklace.

"This is a collar-shaped voice changer, but it can only hold one voice. Since we still have some time, I'll teach you voice-changing techniques. Go back and practice on your own..."

"it is good."

Ran Mouri packed all of these things into her bag.

In addition to these props, there were also various tools and materials for disguise, and a whole set of cosmetics, filling the backpack to the brim.

Knowing that Ran Mouri was going to find Aozawa, Vermouth took her to the subway station at her request.

By this time, the sun had completely set.

The subway station was bustling with people. The office workers who were leaving get off work were in a hurry and looked tired, while the teenagers of her age were full of energy, discussing in twos and threes where to go shopping and where to go for fun.

Children ran by, chasing and playing, their laughter echoing from the crowd.

She stood at the entrance of the subway station, carrying her bag, watching people brush past her.

The peaceful life of the past seems to be a distant memory now. What accompanies her now is the possibility of switching bodies at any time and the ever-present danger.

Even though only a few months have passed, she can hardly remember what she looked like when she was waiting for Shinichi.