Not far away, Ran and Sonoko were huddled in front of a display case, chattering excitedly about Ryoma's belongings. Sonoko was wearing a cool sundress today, radiating energy; Ran, on the other hand, was dressed in a pale yellow dress, looking youthful and charming.

"Wow! Is this the pocket watch Ryoma used?" Sonoko pointed excitedly at the display case. "It looks so ordinary."

"After all, it's an item from that era."

Xiao Lan explained with a smile, "Although it looks ordinary, its historical value is immeasurable."

On the other side, Heiji Hattori and Conan, these two best buddies, were queuing up to enter the venue with great difficulty.

Since they were not invited guests, they had no choice but to patiently queue up to buy tickets. The summer sun shone mercilessly on them, and they were soon covered in sweat.

"Hey, Kudo, look over there." Hattori Heiji nudged Conan with his elbow. "Isn't that Hanyu Kusunoki?"

Conan followed his gaze and, sure enough, saw Yuzuru holding Ai's hand, leisurely strolling through the exhibition. His lips twitched: "Why is that guy everywhere...?"

"Never mind him for now," Hattori Heiji said in a low voice. "Our target today is Kaito Kid."

Conan nodded, a glint of fighting spirit flashing in his eyes.

After being thoroughly defeated by Nanami Hanyu, they decided to pick on the "easy target" first—Kaito Kid was clearly that easy target.

Poor Kid has no idea that he has become the "training target" for two famous detectives.

...

After browsing the exhibition hall for a while, knowing that Touko wouldn't be making any moves today and that he wouldn't be able to see any fun, Yuuki Nanasu turned to Ran and Sonoko, who were listening attentively to the explanation, and said, "I'm taking Ai-chan to buy some food. You two go ahead and look around."

"Okay~" Sonoko waved her hand, "Remember to bring me a cup of milk tea!"

Ran gently reminded her, "Don't give Ai too much cold food."

As Hanyu Nan walked out of the exhibition hall and into the rest area, he saw two familiar figures—Hattori Heiji and Conan were still waiting in a long line to enter.

It was summer, and sunlight streamed through the glass roof onto the people queuing. Many of them were sweating profusely, fanning themselves with the brochures they held.

"Hey, aren't these the two famous detectives?" Yuzuru greeted them with a smile. "What, didn't you receive an invitation?"

When there's nothing else to do, we find amusement in these two best buddies.

Hattori Heiji's face darkened: "Mind your own business!"

Conan pushed up his glasses and muttered under his breath, "Damn capitalism..."

"How pitiful~" Yu Shengnan shook his head with feigned sympathy, "Do you want me to help you through the VIP channel?"

"No need!" they both refused in unison.

They'd rather stand in line under the scorching sun than accept this nasty guy's charity!

"Alright then~" Yuzuru shrugged, took Ai's hand and continued walking forward, "What flavor of ice cream would you like, Ai-chan?"

"Vanilla," Ai said softly, giving the two detectives a sympathetic look before leaving.

If you don't have money, you don't have money. What's the point of talking about capitalism?

They didn't spend any money to come here, did they?

Conan: "..."

Hattori Heiji: "..."

"Kudo, are we being looked down upon by that heartless woman?"

"Shut up!"

The two detectives continued queuing, feeling dejected, secretly vowing to catch Phantom Thief Kid at the exhibition and save face.

Pick the softest persimmon to squeeze. Since we can't deal with Yuzuru Hanyu for the time being, let's start with Kaito Kid!

Kaito, who was meticulously preparing for tomorrow's operation somewhere in the city, suddenly sneezed without warning: "Strange, who's talking about me?"

He rubbed his nose, feeling a little puzzled, but quickly got back to preparing the plan.

.........

Rest area.

Just as Hanyu Nana bought ice cream for Ai, he ran into Nakamori Ginzo, who was directing the police officers to set up a cordon.

The veteran police officer, who had been battling Kidd for decades, was exceptionally energetic today, with his mustache sticking up high.

"Officer Nakamori."

Yuzuru led Ai to him and greeted her politely.

"Ah! It's Yuzuru-kun!" Nakamori Ginzo's eyes lit up, and he patted Yuzuru Nanami on the shoulder enthusiastically. "I didn't expect you to come too."

He had a very good impression of this boy who had once thwarted the plans of Phantom Thief Kid, and often praised him in front of his wife and daughter.

If it weren't for the fact that Yuzuru already had a girlfriend, he would have liked to introduce Aoko to her—such an outstanding young man is a rare sight!

"Is Officer Nakamori in charge of security for this exhibition?"

Yuzuru looked at the busy police officers and casually asked a question.

"Yes, leave the security for this exhibition to me!" Nakamori Ginzo confidently patted his chest and assured, "I will absolutely not let Phantom Thief Kid succeed!"

After all, he had been fighting with Phantom Thief Kid for decades, and although he was always outmaneuvered, he was indeed very experienced.

Yuzuru smiled and nodded: "I have faith in Inspector Nakamori's abilities."

Ai quietly ate her ice cream, watching the two talk, a knowing glint in her eyes.

She noticed that someone's attitude was a little too polite.

This is abnormal, extremely abnormal...

Yuzuru was unaware of the little girl's thoughts.

Otherwise, he would definitely have stated that his politeness towards Nakamori Ginzo was not because he was Aoko's father, but simply out of respect for the police officer who relentlessly pursued the phantom thief.

As a model citizen of Mihana, isn't it normal to show respect to a competent police officer?

"That's right!"

At that moment, Nakamori Ginzo recalled the scene where Hanyu Nana thwarted Kaito Kid's attempt to steal the Egg of Memories. An idea struck him, and he offered, "Hanyu-kun, could you please help us catch that despicable thief this time?"

"no!"

Before Yuzuru could answer, a voice came from behind.

Jirokichi Suzuki walked up from behind, his face beaming with excitement. "Nakamori, let me handle this one! I want to catch that thief myself!"

Upon hearing this, Nakamori Ginzo was displeased.

What do you mean you want to catch the thief yourself? It's like you're saying he can't do it!

Men are most afraid of saying no.

The two self-proclaimed "Kidd's Bane" argued, each declaring they would capture the phantom thief on their own.

Ai tugged at Yuzuru's sleeve and whispered, "Where do they get their confidence?"

Yuzuru couldn't help but chuckle: "You just don't understand men's romance~"

"Tch." The little girl curled her lip in disdain. "Childish."

She scooped up another spoonful of ice cream and put it in her mouth, then ignored it.