Detective Conan: Starting with Yukiko covered in black stockings!

"I don't want to be a plaything for Black people, and I have no choice but to compromise."

With Vermouth's intelligence, she could easily see through Yukiko's little scheme.

Anyway, Cao Yu is a notorious outlaw, a perfect scapegoat. What's wrong with smearing him a bit?

The key is to distance herself from the relationship between the two; she doesn't want to give up her public identity right now.

"Why not call the police? If the police arrest him and send him to jail, then Sister Chris will be safe."

Conan, mimicking a child's tone, suddenly interjected.

"Heh, if the Japanese police were any good, Detective Kogoro Mouri would have been out of a job long ago. If they were capable of catching that guy, why would they let him still be at large?"

Vermouth couldn't help but tease him.

Now, she and Cao Yu are not only members of the same winery, but after spending time together, they have also become soulmates.

We should learn from each other's strengths and make up for each other's weaknesses, so as to make progress together.

"But if you don't call the police, you'll always be at their mercy, which will only embolden that guy."

Conan took a sip of juice, wishing he could immediately call the police to arrest Cao Yu.

There were indeed some doubts about the previous murder and rape case, but the bombing case is a certainty.

Moreover, there seems to be a subtle relationship between Cao Yu and Ran Mouri, which makes him feel a sense of crisis.

"Drink your juice. Kids, don't interrupt when adults are talking."

Yusaku Kudo glanced at Conan, then looked at Vermouth.

“Chris, I fully agree with your decision. That guy is a bloodthirsty and violent beast. If you anger him, the consequences will be unimaginable. Not only will your life be in danger, but the well-being of countless people will also be jeopardized.”

"At best, it could destroy a city; at worst, it could jeopardize the very existence of the island nation. This is no exaggeration. I have witnessed his unfathomable strength firsthand, and this is not just idle talk."

"This arrogant criminal has suddenly changed his ways, willingly disguising himself as a servant to evade capture. It's probably not out of fear; he's likely plotting something much bigger. Chris, you're the only one who can get close to him now..."

Yusaku Kudo didn't believe Vermouth's nonsense and planned to have her monitor Cao Yu to verify its authenticity.

Just then, the door to the private room was suddenly pushed open.

Upon seeing that it was Cao Yu who had returned, Kudo Yusaku had no choice but to give up.

Why are you all staring at me? Is there something on my face?

Weird!

Cao Yu looked at Vermouth and the others with suspicion. He had clearly looked in the mirror after completing the mission, and there was no blood on his face or body.

"I went to the bathroom and didn't come back for ages. I thought you'd fallen into the toilet. I can't believe you're still alive!"

Vermouth smoothed things over, guessing that Cao Yu had already completed his mission.

“Mr. Turtle Egg, don’t listen to Chris’s nonsense. She was just praising you for being strong, but then you suddenly walked into the private room. She’s deliberately insulting you to cover up her embarrassment.”

Yukiko is definitely a seasoned driver; she can drive on any rough road.

But Cao Yu found it very comforting to listen to.

Putting everything else aside, if you're not strong enough, how could you possibly conquer Vermouth?

"When you're out having fun, the point is to have a good time and be lively. It's not good if things get awkward. Let's keep drinking and chatting."

"Mr. Turtle Egg, have you thought that through?"

Yusaku Kudo raised his glass and continued the conversation.

Chapter 45 Vermouth's Best Assist

What you hold in your heart may not necessarily come to pass!

Kudo Yusaku seemed to be possessed, desperately wanting Cao Yu to agree to the witness protection program.

Little did they know, disappointment was inevitable.

"I'm still considering that matter."

"Mr. Kudo, it's easy to affect your mood if we don't talk about work when we're out having fun."

"Come on, cheers!"

Cao Yu played coy, neither agreeing nor explicitly refusing.

Being a subordinate is out of the question; he might consider vacating his position as prime minister of an island nation.

In short, she kept Yusaku Kudo in suspense, leaving him puzzled.

"cheers!"

The purpose of inviting Cao Yu out for a meeting was to discuss the witness protection plan.

However, his ambiguous attitude dampened Kudo Yusaku's enthusiasm by half.

Then, everyone started chatting casually.

"Xiaolan, are you feeling unwell?"

Yukiko noticed Ran Mouri's unusual behavior and asked her with concern.

"No...no, why do you ask?"

"You look so downcast, like you're sick."

"Oh, I guess it's their first time in a place like this, and they're a little unaccustomed to it."

Ran Mouri glanced at Cao Yu out of the corner of her eye, her expression becoming complicated.

Casual conversations inevitably turn to the topic of relationships between men and women.

Vermouth and Yukiko, two seasoned drivers, started talking about speeding along the highway. When she heard those lewd words, the scene of Cao Yu riding her horse kept flashing through her mind.

After two encounters, Ran Mouri found herself less resistant than before, unable to clarify her relationship with Cao Yu, and feeling very conflicted.

"It's my fault for being so careless; I forgot to ask for your opinion before I came."

"Xiaolan, I'm sorry!"

Yukiko felt quite guilty and felt a pang of heartache looking at her future daughter-in-law, who was in low spirits.

"What's the use of apologizing now? Since Ran doesn't like this kind of place, you take him and Conan back first, and I'll stay here to keep Chris and Mr. Turtle Egg company."

"No need for that. It's getting late. Let's go together."

As she spoke, Vermouth picked up her bag.

"That's all for today, let's get together another day."

Yukiko called the waiter, and after paying the bill, everyone left together.

Just as I reached the door, a scream suddenly rang out.

"Ah—, murder!"

kill?

Sensitive words stirred up the nerves of Yusaku Kudo and Conan.

On the contrary, Ran Mouri seemed distracted, as if she hadn't heard anything.

"You guys go back first, I'll go check."

After finishing his sentence, Kudo Yusaku headed towards room 444.

"I'll go take a look too!"

Short-legged Conan quickly followed.

"Conan..."

Ran Mouri watched Conan's retreating figure, feeling a sense of responsibility as his guardian, and wanted to stop him.

"Xiao Lan, I think that kid is very interested in the case. With Yu Zuo here, you don't need to worry."

A father and son obsessed with deduction; they get more excited about cases than dogs seeing a bone.

Yukiko knew their personalities well and knew she couldn't stop them.

"What bad luck, to run into a murder while having a meal."

"Turtle Egg, let's go first."

Vermouth knew perfectly well who the victim and the murderer were.

"Ok!"

"What about you? Are you going to stay and wait for Mr. Kudo and Conan?"

Cao Yu turned his head and looked at Ran Mouri and Yukiko.

"No, who knows how long it will take? I'm going to take Xiaolan back first."

Yukiko took Ran Mouri's hand, intending to leave first.

When the police arrive, we'll inevitably have to be questioned, and who knows how much time that will take.

"Yukiko, I'll have Kame take you back."

Vermouth said with a serious expression.

"This isn't a good idea, what are you going to do?"

Yuki, the third son of the 71st generation, asked 19 questions.

“I suddenly remembered that I had something to do, and he wouldn’t be of any help even if he stayed with me.”

Vermouth flicked her hair and smiled mysteriously.

"Are you going out to meet a man in the middle of the night?"

Cao Yu blocked Ran Mouri and Yukiko's view with his body and whispered in Vermouth's ear.

"I'm just creating an opportunity for you to meet up with that big-headed devil because I see you're itching to do it."

"Don't think I don't know what you're up to. You want to appeal to all ages, and now's a perfect opportunity."

"If you don't appreciate it, then I might change my mind."

A playful smile appeared on Vermouth's lips.

17 was actually seen through!

Cao Yu did indeed have that idea, mainly to get revenge on Conan for wrongly accusing him of a crime.

But I never mentioned it to anyone, and I thought I had kept it well hidden.

Unexpectedly, Vermouth saw right through me.

To become Rum's right-hand man, the second-in-command at the distillery, his abilities are certainly not to be underestimated.

"No, please don't change your mind. Thank you, thank you and your whole family."

Opportunity knocks but once, or it will never come again.

Cao Yu readily accepted, but the words that came out of his mouth made Vermouth frown.

Are you sure you're expressing gratitude?

It sounds like someone is swearing.

“I’ve already told Turtle Egg that he’s responsible for getting you home safely.”

Vermouth looked up at Yukiko.

"Thank you very much!"

Yukiko knew Cao Yu's true identity, but she thought he was deliberately hiding it to avoid being pursued by the Japanese police and the US FBI, and she was not worried about him causing trouble.

Little did they know that the better they felt about themselves, the more likely they were to get into trouble.

"Turtle Egg, Yukiko and Ran are in your care now. Be careful on the road."

"Yes, ma'am! I will drive carefully!"

……

PARKING LOT!

"You've just had a drink, remember to drive slowly, safety first."