Detective Conan: Starting with Yukiko covered in black stockings!

Ashida Kenan realized that he was doomed, and became much calmer.

"You think you can save your life with a half-finished secret? Don't you think that's ridiculous?"

"It is indeed ridiculous. I can keep my mouth shut forever, but please spare my family. If they are harmed, that secret will soon be delivered to the police. Although it is incomplete, it will be enough to deal a heavy blow to the Black Organization."

Ashida Kenan pleaded while also making threats.

Whether or not you let your family off the hook depends on whether you know what's good for you!

Cao Yu pushed the pistol in front of Ashida Kenan, the meaning of which was self-evident.

"I hope you will keep your promise!"

Ashida Kenan had no choice but to pick up the pistol and point it at his temple.

Although he could point the gun at Cao Yu, he knew that doing so would only invite a more frenzied retaliation from the distillery. For the safety of his family, Ashida Kainan, even though he was afraid of death, had no choice but to end his own life.

"what--"

Just as Ashida Kenan roared, gathering his courage and preparing to pull the trigger, Cao Yu suddenly made a move and quickly snatched the gun from his hand.

"What do you mean?"

Ashida Kainan, having recovered his senses, asked in confusion.

"Can't you tell? I don't want your life!"

Cao Yu put away his pistol, his expression softening.

Talented people are rare!

Those who can be threatened into joining the brewery are certainly not ordinary people.

Compared to the mission reward, Cao Yu would rather recruit Ashida Kenan to his side.

"Why?"

Ashida Kainan, who had narrowly escaped death, breathed a sigh of relief, his eyes filled with gratitude.

"Don't be too happy yet. Although I'm willing to spare your life, once the organization finds out you're still alive, not only will I be implicated, but they will also send other assassins to continue hunting down your family."

“Gin might personally intervene; you should know how ruthless he is.”

Instead of directly answering Ashida Kenan's question, Cao Yu began to analyze the pros and cons.

When it comes to controlling a person, a combination of kindness and severity is always the most effective approach.

"what should I do?"

A flicker of fear crossed Ashida Kainan's eyes, and he quickly asked.

"From this moment on, you are a dead man."

"Take the secrets you stole and leave Tokyo immediately for Okinawa Prefecture, then go to a veterinary clinic and find an old man named Hua. He can protect your life."

"As for your family, we will contact them secretly after you are safe. The organization will not make things difficult for them immediately after learning of your death."

Cao Yu pointed out a way out for Ashida Kenan, then got up and left.

Once outside, he dialed Hua Lao's number and briefly explained Ashida Kainan's situation and his plans.

Keeping Ashida Kenan alive was the beginning of the brewery's downfall.

at the same time!

Having received guidance, Ashida Kenan didn't dare delay. He quickly took a CD, disguised himself, and left the company without even leaving a resignation letter, disappearing from Tokyo.

Later, his family cooperated by reporting him missing. The police investigated for a long time without any clues and could only assume that Ashida Kainan had met with misfortune.

...(Okay, okay)

"Did you finish the mission so quickly?"

Amuro Tooru looked at Cao Yu, who had opened the car door, and asked him a question with considerable surprise.

"Killing someone is just a matter of snapping a finger."

Cao Yu fastened his seatbelt and then started the car.

"You killed the target? Why didn't I hear any gunshots?"

"Are you stupid? Do you have to use a gun to kill someone?"

Cao Yu rolled his eyes and retorted impatiently.

In truth, he knew that even if Amuro Tooru knew that Ashida Kainan was still alive, he would never report it to Gin, because the Public Security Bureau also wanted the secrets he had stolen.

Even if it's just some of the winery's core information, even if it can't be directly destroyed, it can still provide a lot of clues.

"Do I need to go to the hospital?"

Cao Yu glanced at Amuro Tooru's injuries and asked a question.

"No need. A minor injury won't kill me. Just take me back to my place."

Amuro Tooru leaned back in his chair, took a breath, and said.

Chapter 72 Good Citizen, Cooperating with the Investigation

After escorting Amuro Tooru back to his residence, Cao Yu then took a taxi back to the villa.

Vermouth and Akemi Miyano were not home, and the large living room was unusually quiet.

"Killing a gang leader can take down a drug cartel, but how do you count the number of drug dealers?"

"And then there's Ashida Kenan's head, to make the whole show right, so the total is..."

"This is a headache. I'll just give you any number."

When Cao Yu was bored, he counted on his fingers how much bonus he had earned in a day.

The more they calculated, the more troubled they became, mainly because the number of drug dealers was impossible to determine.

In his frustration, he dialed Gin's number directly.

"Hey, what's going on?"

A moment later, Gin's cold voice rang out.

"I've finished all the tasks for today. I calculated that the total bonus is one million two hundred thousand US dollars. When can it be transferred to my account?"

Cao Yu didn't waste any words and went straight to the point.

I won't feel at ease until I have the money I've worked so hard to earn in my hands.

"Are there that many?"

Gin was quite surprised and couldn't help but suspect that Cao Yu was making arbitrary pricing.

"Is it too much? I don't think it's too much at all. The president of Chikuran Kota, Ashida Kainan, and a whole bunch of drug dealers—that's at least a hundred heads in total. I'm asking for a reward of one million two hundred thousand US dollars, and that's practically a giveaway. You should be satisfied!"

Cao Yu was very unhappy and began to meticulously calculate the accounts.

Thinking of the grudge of being disturbed from his sleep early in the morning, he couldn't help but regret that he hadn't taken revenge enough.

"Drug dealers? Are they definitely on the mission?"

Gin's tone carried a hint of murderous intent.

"I don't know. Bourbon said it was the goal, so I just followed along. It's not easy to find a pure employee like me. If the bonus is right, even a god can do it. You wouldn't renege on your promise, would you?"

“The organization never reneges on its promises. The bonus is your well-deserved revenge, but I need to check with Bourbon about today’s mission.”

beep...

Is this dead?

Hearing the busy tone on the phone, Cao Yu felt an urge to punch someone.

"Damn it, they don't believe me!"

"If you piss me off, I'll take down the entire distillery."

Cao Yu grumbled as he put down his phone and noticed a strange smell.

I took a deep sniff and realized it was my own body odor.

"Sigh, working is not easy. After working up a sweat, I ask the boss for a bonus, and he suspects me of lying about the amount."

Cao Yu sighed, went into the bedroom, found his pajamas, and prepared to take a shower before making any further plans.

If Gin insists on not giving it to him, then he won't be polite.

Jingle Bell……

(acae) When Cao Yu came out of the bedroom with her pajamas, her cell phone, which was on the coffee table, rang.

"Hey, who is it?"

"I am Gin!"

"Oh, have you checked it clearly?"

Cao Yu asked coldly.

"Your mission bonus today will be $1.2 million per person, but all missions need to be suspended. We will notify you when they will resume."

After some thought, Gin decided to temporarily cancel the mission.

Although the brewery was well-funded, it couldn't withstand the kind of recklessness that Cao Yu and Amuro Tooru had.

They wipe out small gangs at the drop of a hat, and the reward is calculated per person, with reward payouts often reaching millions of dollars. If other members follow suit, the distillery will go bankrupt sooner or later.

"Thanks, boss, bye!"

Upon receiving the bonus, Cao Yu was instantly in high spirits. After hanging up the phone, he hummed a little tune as he walked into the bathroom.

Just as he finished showering and came out, the doorbell rang.

"coming!"

Cao Yu didn't think much of it and went to open the door in his pajamas.

crunch--

Wow, quite a big operation!

Looking at Inspector Megure and the others standing at the door, Cao Yu's face instantly darkened.

At this moment, he wasn't hoping for the police, but for Yukiko or Eri to come to his door. If all else failed, Ran Mouri would also be a good alternative.

“Mr. Cao Yu, I am Inspector Megure of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. I suspect you are involved in the murder of President Tsukishiro Kota. I hope you can cooperate with the investigation.”

Although it wasn't the first time the two had met, Inspector Megure still went through the formalities.

"I will cooperate. As a law-abiding citizen, it is my honor to cooperate with the police investigation. Please come in."

Cao Yu chuckled and ushered everyone into the house.

survey?

He's not afraid at all!

No evidence was left at the scene, so let's just play along with the police. I'm bored at home alone anyway.

"The murderer has the nerve to call himself a good citizen, and he doesn't know any shame."

Conan looked at Cao Yu and said in a sarcastic tone.

"What nonsense are you spouting, kid? Mr. Cao Yu is just a suspect now, not the murderer you're talking about, understand?"

Kogoro Mouri angrily rebuked Conan and raised his hand to knock him on the head.

"It's alright, I never argue with kids."

"And this kid seems to really enjoy deduction. If I remember correctly, he was the one who framed me for rape and murder last time. I wonder what methods he's planning to use to pin the murder charge on me this time?"

Cao Yu gave a forced smile and retorted directly.

Upon hearing this, Conan, who was rubbing his head, instantly turned as red as a monkey's bottom.

Picking up the rape and murder case was the only time he had ever made a wrong deduction, and it was a disgrace and stain on his life.

"Mr. Cao Yu, may I ask where you were and what you were doing between 12:20 PM and 1:00 PM?"

Inspector Megure sat on the sofa and began questioning, while Takagi took notes.

"During that time, I was with Amuro Tooru from Pineapple Cafe, driving around the city."