Chapter 271

Considering that Gin was probably still busy, and with Usui Saiki's email page right in front of him, the Boss decided to ask Usui Saiki directly.

Moreover, he was already used to it. He had discussed topics related to the organization with Usakabe Saiki. Very few members of the organization had this privilege. There were not many people who could directly contact the Boss. If they did contact him, they would definitely talk about serious matters. Only Usakabe Saiki didn't care about this and could send emails whatever he wanted.

At first, the boss found it annoying, but after getting used to it, he also found it somewhat interesting, and before he knew it, he felt that it was normal to talk about these topics with Usaku Saiki.

What happened? Why are you suddenly asking this?

Potts: [I think you should listen to Gin's explanation first. Even I, who have always disliked Gin, found it hard to believe after seeing that scene. Watching my recording directly might lead to preconceived notions.]

The boss immediately became alert.

This is ridiculous... What exactly did Gin do?!

Even Usui Saiki, who usually criticizes Gin without hesitation, was surprisingly cautious this time, as if he was afraid that Usui would be severely traumatized if he found out...

That's human nature; the more you try to stop someone, the more they care.

Furthermore, upon further reflection, what Usuke Saiki is doing is a video recording, which is a very objective record. In the past, Usuke Saiki's subjective criticisms did not affect him, and the Boss trusts his own judgment.

So the boss told Usakabe Saiki not to worry so much and to just send him the video.

Potts: [Okay, I'll borrow a computer to export the video and send it to you in a bit. You need to stay calm and think of it as me sending the video; just think of it as me picking a fight with Gin! Don't overthink it!]

Usoppai's self-deprecating remarks did not relax the Boss; on the contrary, they made him even more tense, and countless negative speculations about Gin arose in his mind.

It's fair to say that the Boss was living a life of constant struggle during this period, but exporting the video and uploading it to the email did take time, so he could only wait patiently.

At the hotel, Usoppei leisurely asked Chianti to borrow a computer for him.

Upon hearing that Usoppai was in contact with the Boss, Chianti immediately went to run the errand.

Well, although Potts doesn't do much serious work, the fact that the Boss trusts him and invites others to watch the excitement makes it seem like following Potts is pretty good.

Like how vodka couldn't keep up with Gin, Chianti felt there was no future for him.

Although it was a bit slow on Usaku Saiki's end, the Boss didn't go to ask Gin what was going on right away.

Because the Boss also wanted to see what kind of report Gin would submit without any hints.

Finally, a new email from Usakabe Saiki arrived, with a video attachment.

The boss's computer automatically scanned and confirmed there were no viruses before downloading.

The video wasn't long, and the boss watched it quickly.

Boss: "...???"

What is this thing?! Is Gin trying to outwit the air?!

So many shots had hit the vitals, and we were about to run out of bullets when this suddenly happened...

No wonder Potnis, who has always disliked Gin, has changed his attitude drastically, refusing to say anything bad about Gin and instead comforting him, telling him not to overthink things!

Who wouldn't have all sorts of wild thoughts after seeing this?!

Gin! You'd better have a real reason, not an excuse!!!

The boss's face darkened, and his breathing became heavier. At that moment, he noticed that Bo Yezaki had sent a new email.

Potts: [Boss, how likely do you think it is that Gin has a crush on Sherry?]

Boss: "…………"

—No way! The probability that Gin is an undercover agent is much higher than the probability that he has a crush on someone and would shoot himself to let them escape!

Thanks to Usui Saiki's witty remarks, Boss felt a little better in his chest.

Thinking that the child might be trying to comfort him and not want him to be too angry... Boss couldn't help but sigh, "Although Potts' mental state is worrying, he is indeed a good kid when it comes to being a junior!"

Otherwise, if Potts didn't care about his health and feelings at all, he should be furiously accusing Gin of being a spy and settling personal scores right now!

But at the crucial moment, Pottnis prioritized the bigger picture and didn't add fuel to the fire...

Compared to Gin, who, although he didn't know the truth yet, did make him somewhat unhappy, Boss felt that Potts was quite worry-free.

However, a boss is a boss. Even if there is a bias, some questions should still be asked and clarified.

After all, it's not impossible that Bo Yezaki has ulterior motives; he did have some suspicions.

Boss: Why did you suddenly bring a video camera this time?

Usakabe Saiki said he was going to monitor Gin and had applied for permission, but the fact that he brought a video camera and recorded these things is still a bit suspicious.

Potnis: [Because I wanted to bring Chianti along to avoid Gin assassinating me again, but Chianti said that after she stole Gin's prey last time, Gin wouldn't let her do it anymore. Seeing her carrying a gun probably bothers him, so I let Chianti bring a video camera this time. After all, if he has nothing to hide, Gin probably won't mind recording, right? I'll definitely destroy it on the spot if nothing happens… Of course, I admit, I'm actually a little annoyed. I wanted to provoke Gin by bringing the video camera and record his reaction, but what Gin does isn't something I can control. Seeing him like this shocked me too.]

Attachments: [Figure 1, Figure 2]

The attached image is a group chat log. The Boss was a little speechless looking at the group name "Anti-Gin Squad," but since Usakabe Saiki was so open about it, he didn't think much of it.

After reading the chat logs, the Boss realized he could understand why he had brought a video recorder with him this time...

Boss: [Can you add me to this group?]

He doesn't forbid members from forming these small groups in private because he knows it's impossible to stop them; there are no corresponding monitoring methods. But since he knows about it, he'll naturally be wary and curious.

Potts: [Ah, this isn't a good idea. Actually, it's not that everyone hates Gin; it's just that I personally dislike him. I only created this group because some people agreed with me when I wanted to criticize him. What if you join and get influenced by me?]

The boss doesn't care about others' objections: "I'll give you a secondary account later; you can add that account to the game."

Potts: [Okay.]

After talking with Usui Saiki, the Boss replayed the recording several times, deducing some details from them, and then waited for Gin's report.

Finally, Gin's report came in that evening.

Without avoiding the fact that he had seen Shirley and that she had escaped, he recounted in detail what he had done, what had happened in between that led to this outcome, and how Pisco had also seen Shirley, and how Pisco was unaware that he had been photographed.

The Boss no longer cared about Pisco's death; it was his order. He was now more concerned about Gin's experience after capturing Sherry. He carefully reviewed the video several times to make sure there were no discrepancies and that the explanation was plausible.

...Although Gin claimed that he was hit by something invisible, possibly an anesthetic needle, it was not shown in the video, as if he was fighting against thin air. The medical examination also failed to detect any residue. However, considering Gin's long-standing reputation, Boss decided to believe Gin's statement.

If Gin really wanted to let Sherry go, he wouldn't have acted so exaggeratedly... right?

Nevertheless, the initial suspicions arising from watching the video first have not disappeared; they have only been temporarily suppressed.

Vodka is actually more suspicious of Gin than Boss now.

Because Usui only gave him a prophecy that "Gin will let someone see Sherry but won't actually catch her," and now the prophecy has come true. His older brother even let Sherry go in front of him. Although someone interfered, neither Sherry nor the person who interfered caught her. Even if he explained it to Usui, Usui could say that Gin arranged it in advance... It's a headache just thinking about it.

Usakabe Saiki sent him a new email: [See, what did I say before? Do you now think Gin is a psychopath or a spy?]

Vodka has read the message but is not replying.

He no longer cared about the possibility of being resented by Usoppō Saiki; his mind was in turmoil. He wanted to ask Gin, but he was also very afraid... As for what he was afraid of, he didn't know himself.

As the system watched Bo Yezaki stirring up trouble and sowing discord everywhere, it suddenly noticed a problem.

Why didn't you emphasize to the Boss that it was strange that Gin recognized Sherry from just a single hair?

Bo Yezhai: [Ah, I can't put in so much material at once, the effect will be halved. I'll add it together with the evidence from next time.]

System: [You've already planned for next time???]

Bo Yezaki: [The organization's top-tier assassin, he deserves it!]

system:【……】

It felt that Gin himself probably didn't want this treatment.

Meanwhile, Dr. Agasa, who was driving back, suddenly remembered something and said to Conan Edogawa and Ai Haibara, "By the way, when I was on the roadside, I saw Usui-kun also enter the hotel."

Conan Edogawa was taken aback for a moment, but quickly realized: "Chris Vineyard is here too. He must have gone to find Chris Vineyard."

After all, the two of them called each other yesterday to arrange a meal.

"Is she one of the seven suspects?"

“Well, although Pisco was the one who did it, he was able to get away with it, so he must have had an accomplice who helped him. That accomplice should be among the other suspects…” Conan Edogawa frowned. “Even if it’s Bo Ye’s friend, we can’t rule him out as a suspect.”

Dr. Agasa sighed: "A big star, surely it shouldn't be that bad..."

"That's hard to say," said Ai Haibara, who was lying in the back row covered in wounds. "Pisco is the chairman of a big company, and he still has to carry out these kinds of assassination missions."

Suddenly, Professor Agasa's phone vibrated.

Dr. Agasa said, "I'm driving, Shinichi, can you check it for me?"

Conan Edogawa picked up Professor Agasa's phone and glanced at it: "Ah, it's an email from Usui-san. I'll read it then."

"See? What a coincidence! We were just talking about Usopp-kun, and he sent me an email," Professor Agasa said with a chuckle. "So, what did he send?"

Conan Edogawa: "…………"

His silence puzzled Professor Agasa: "What's wrong?"

Conan Edogawa's lips twitched as he looked at the email and read it aloud, word by word.

"I just saw Conan asking about a wine cellar at the hotel reception, and now the wine cellar is on fire... Could this be related to Conan? Also, why is Conan here?"

...How is he supposed to explain this?! Surely Brother Bo wouldn't suspect him of arson, would he?!

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Ah, recognizing Sherry from a single hair—that's related to the movie where Gin mistakes Sonoko for Sherry and then complains to the boss.

Before, I could recognize him just by a single hair, but now I'm blind. Gin, how do you explain this?!

Gin deserves all of Usuiba's effort (to trick him)!

Thunderous applause is due here.

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Chianti: Vodka has no future following Gin.