Chapter 48

The phantom thief Kidd never thought that he would see such a day.

Being framed for no reason was fine, after all, he had been blamed more than once or twice. When he thought about how miserable he was and how he was threatened by the police, he felt like crying but couldn't.

"How are you, officer?"

He smiled with some difficulty - he did try to struggle, but the opponent was too strong, and his attention was almost entirely on him, so it was difficult to escape.

Do I really have to tell him everything?

Of course he couldn't do such an impulsive thing. First, he had to test the other party's understanding of him...

"If I must say, I probably know you better than you think." Shigetto Tsujimoto interrupted the other person's thoughts.

Thief Kidd: ???

What is going on? Can he hear the voice of his heart?

However, what Kaito Kid didn't know was that, generally speaking, the inner thoughts of the characters are shown in anime, and Shigetsu Tsujimoto can see the bullet screen, so he can also indirectly read Kaito Kid's inner thoughts.

All in all, thank you! Bullet screen!!

"Want me to repeat that?"

Shigeto Tsujimoto raised the gun in his hand and spoke in a more serious tone.

"Or do you mean you don't believe what I say?"

"Of course not."

The thief Kidd coughed, his eyes looked a little aggrieved.

"Generally speaking, how can the police use guns to threaten people? Isn't this a bit inappropriate..."

"Indeed." Tsujimoto nodded.

"But didn't you say that? That's the normal situation, right? Do you think I'm in the normal situation?"

The thief Kidd was stunned.

"That's right." Tsujimoto Shigetsu smiled.

"Be good, I won't do anything to you. As long as you listen to me, I'm still easy to get along with."

However, these words not only did not make Heiyu Kaito relax, but even made him break out in a cold sweat.

This kind of ambiguous words obviously make people more uneasy, okay! ! And it always feels more terrifying when you laugh! !

…

[Good guys, I just call them good guys! ]

[I completely understand! It’s him! ! As expected, everyone except his brother is hypocritical! ! ]

[Kid: Don’t involve me in your brothers’ affairs! !]

[Gin: Haha, I'm used to it.]

[I never thought that one day Gin and Kidd would become brothers in distress...]

[From this perspective, it seems that Conan is treated the best! Is it because the child's appearance is full of deception? ]

【Hahahahahaha but Conan was also scared! Kid! You really are the best cook in the world!!】

【But then again, since the identities of the people selected are not simple, is it really just a coincidence that the people involved were framed for no apparent reason before? 】

[If it was a normal scene, I might suspect it was a coincidence, but it involves people... haha. ]

[It seems that Lucky E's character has been deeply rooted in people's hearts]

[This booth is going to blow up sooner or later, right? ? To be honest, I am very worried now!! Please don’t let anything happen to anyone involved!! ! ]

[I'm different, Gin, I hope you're okay (put your hands together)]

[Kid, I hope you are okay (put your hands together)]

…

It can be seen that Danmu seems to have great confidence in him.

Unfortunately, Shigeto Tsujimoto has absolutely no confidence in himself.

"I know you don't trust me."

Shigetsu Tsujimoto loosened his hands and put down his gun at the same time - of course not because he suddenly felt guilty and wanted to let the other party go, but because Yuma Tsujimoto told him that the trap outside the door was ready, and even if the thief Kid really escaped, he would be caught immediately.

"Hahahaha, I think this should be obvious."

Hei Yu Kaidou looked at the wall debris falling from his ears, and his heart almost stopped beating.

If this punch hits me directly in the face, it feels like a horror story will happen!

"You have been stealing gems, but it's not because you are interested in it, but because you are looking for something, right?" said Shigeto Tsujimoto.

——What? ?

Tsujimoto Shigeto's words stirred up a huge wave of shock in Kuroba Kaito's heart.

He knows about his father? ?

No, it's probably just a guess. Maybe the other party just wants to deceive him?

"I don't understand what you are talking about." Hei Yu Kaito said calmly.

"The disappearance of your relatives is related to a certain organization." Tsujimoto continued.

"You don't know any information about that organization, and what you are doing is just chasing the shadow of the organization, am I right?"

"I……"

"I've been keeping an eye on you, Phantom Thief Kid, or Kuroba Kaito."

Finally, Shigeto Tsujimoto dropped a heavy bomb, and his tone gradually became less gentle. He approached the opponent step by step, and his eyes also revealed an undisguised sense of oppression.

"Do you really intend to defy me or go against my wishes without knowing anything?"

…

Shigetto Tsujimoto never likes beating around the bush with others, he prefers to be more direct.

And he also knew Hei Yu Kuai Dou's intentions very well. If he showed the slightest flaw, the other party would definitely not let him go easily.

This was a battle of the mind, and it was clear that Kuroba Kaito lost.

"I see."

After noticing the other party's emotional changes, Kuroba Kaito also realized that it would not work to be brave for a while. Even if he deliberately asked for help under a fake identity, I'm afraid few people would really help him.

Moreover, he also noticed that something was wrong with the bodyguards. According to what Shigeto Tsujimoto had just said, he might have really sneaked a lot of people in here.

"I will tell you everything." Hei Yu Kaito added.

"Don't lie." Shigetto Tsujimoto put his hand on the hearing aid, with a complicated look in his eyes.

"I can tell if you're lying."

The scene layout of the paradox simulation is opened. Due to repeated use, the level of the paradox simulation is further improved. And it is refined to the subtle changes of each character.

[Target character: Kuroba Kaito, status: in disguise, emotion: nervous]

【Do you want to ask a question? 】

【yes】

"Mr. Police Officer has learned lie detection." Kuroba Kaito was a little surprised.

"So what question are you going to ask me?"

"Let me think..." Tsujimoto thought for a moment, "What is your favorite food?"

Black Feather Fight: ???

After all this time, this is what I'm asking? ?

Or is he testing himself?

"My favorite foods are probably seafood and desserts." Hei Yu Kaito said this deliberately with mixed feelings.

【NO! NO! YES! 】

Sure enough, he was lying. And he was telling half a lie very cleverly.

"Is that so? Well, then I will treat you to a sashimi dinner when we leave here. If you dare to refuse, your identity will be exposed, little Kuroba." Shigetto Tsujimoto said with a smile.

"That's too harsh...Okay, I was lying." Hei Yu Kuai Dou shrugged helplessly.

"What do you want to know? I can tell you."

After learning that the other party was not lying, Hei Yu Kaidou was immediately frightened. After all, he couldn't win by playing dirty tricks, and he couldn't win by real fighting. No matter how you look at it, he will suffer. It's better to surrender as soon as possible.

"To be precise, I would rather cooperate with you." said Shigeto Tsujimoto.

"cooperate?"

"If it was just one-sided oppression, and our positions were reversed, I would be able to sense your dissatisfaction," Tsujimoto Shigetsu said seriously.

"I decided to get something from you, so I won't force you completely. On the contrary, if you are willing to help me, I can also give you some help."

He is very skilled at giving someone a slap and then a candy.

Moreover, he is a member of the Metropolitan Police Department, which is a great temptation for Kuroba Kaito.

"Can you help me?" Faced with Tsujimoto's transaction, Kuroba Kaito finally became interested.

"Yes, I will not tell this secret to anyone who may pose the slightest threat to you." Sheren nodded.

"This is a rare help for you, right? You need to find the gem, and the Second Investigation Division is chasing you relentlessly. If they have my order, they can always retreat when you are in the most difficult time."

"Do you really have this power?" Tsujimoto Yuma obviously still didn't believe it.

"I'm a public security officer. And the inspector is also very familiar with me."

“…Okay.”

The other party did not seem to be lying, or rather, he had no need to lie.

If he really wanted to force the news, there was no need for him to say so much.

Or... is he also looking for the gem called Pandora?

"If I must say, my goals and yours actually overlap to a certain extent," Tsujimoto explained.

"I'm also looking for Pandora. The power of two is always better than one."

"Why are you looking for Pandora?" Heiyu Kaito asked curiously.

"That has to do with my background and past. I just don't want to live in obscurity." Tsujimoto Shigetsu said.

"I also got a lot of useful information, and I will selectively tell you based on the sincerity of the information you provided. It's not easy to go around alone, right? If I help you, it should be much easier for you."

This statement is indeed not wrong. Kuroba Kaito needs Furuto Tsujimoto, but Furuto Tsujimoto does not necessarily need Kuroba Kaito 100%.

The other party obviously understands the matter better than he does, so he is in an active state.

After learning this, Kuroba Kaito chose to compromise. Under Tsujimoto's questioning, Tsujimoto gradually learned about the relevant information that Kuroba Kaito had learned.

Kuroba Kaito's father, Kuroba Touichi.

A once famous magician and the former Phantom Thief Kidd.

The gentleman seemed to have disappeared in a magic accident, but in fact he might have been framed and disappeared. Based on the information left by his parents, Kuroba Kaito targeted the gemstone named [Pandora] and tried to get some clues from it.

"What kind of gem is the legendary Pandora?" Shigetto Tsujimoto asked curiously.

"It's a gem embedded in a gem." Kuroba Kaito explained.

“The characteristic is that it glows red when exposed to moonlight.”

"Is that so..."

Shigeto Tsujimoto also noticed some of the comments in the bullet screen, such as the rumor about a magic stone that could make people immortal, which sounded ridiculous.

By the way, the Black Organization's investigation seems to be about immortality, right? Sure enough, when a person's material and spiritual needs are met, they will pursue immortality.

It’s really amazing when you think about it.

In fact, Shigetto Tsujimoto could roughly guess that there must be some connection between Kuroba Kaito's father and Organization X, and even that Kuroba Touichi's death might have been caused by Organization X, but he did not intend to tell this information.

After all, he himself doesn't know what his relationship is with Organization X. If he finds out that he is also a member of Organization X, wouldn't that be very embarrassing?

Therefore, Tsujimoto decided to hide some information.

"Very good, since you have shown your sincerity, then use your assistance this time to show more sincerity." Shigetto Tsujimoto said thoughtfully.

"You want to get Tamir's Heart because you also think it could be Pandora?" asked Kuroba Kaito.

"Almost... but I don't think I'll get it that quickly."

Shigeto Tsujimoto opened the Extreme Tracking. Now that the cooperation relationship has been confirmed, there is no need for him to distance himself from Kuroba Kaito.

"We will follow Tsukue Yusuke later. He is a problem, and he was the one who killed Kawamura Hazuki. I must catch him alive."

"Do you know where he is now?" Hei Yu quickly straightened his clothes.

"Know."

Shigeto Tsujimoto did not intend to explain the polar axis tracking. The current map showed that the other party seemed to have arrived in a completely unfamiliar place. It seemed that identity verification was required to walk in this direction, so it would probably be difficult to continue tracking.

But it doesn't matter, he not only has the strongest backup Yuma, but also the strongest tool man Kuroba Kaito.

With the information of Organization X keeping the other party in suspense, he is not afraid that the other party will really run away.

"Help me track down Yusuke Tsukue and get the gem." Tsujimoto Shigetsu said.

"The gemstone must be handed over to me. I will be responsible for identifying it, and I will share any subsequent news with you."

"Well, it seems I have no choice. After all, the conditions given by the police officer are really tempting." Mr. Thief showed a helpless smile.

After reaching a settlement, the two quickly walked out of the room. There were already quite a few more people outside. Although there were only about twenty guests, everyone seemed to be enjoying the banquet. Looking out through the transparent glass window, countless specially raised fish swam by, and seaweed floated freely in the deep blue sea, which was quite a unique flavor.

Although Kuroba Kaito only looked more gloomy.

Shigetsu Tsujimoto didn't have time to pay attention to him. Following the pace of the extreme axis tracking, the two saw only a wall. And behind this wall was where Yusuke Tsukue was.

There should be a seamless door here, but with their qualifications, they probably don't have the ability to pass through it.

"Go through the ventilation duct." Shigeto Tsujimoto said decisively.

"No, there are a lot of surveillance cameras around here, so it might be a bit difficult." Heiyu Kuaidou shook his head.

"Of course I know there is surveillance, but that's not your concern." Shigetto Tsujimoto gave him a strange look.

"Just do what I assign to you and don't worry too much."

"Ah... OK then."

Judging from the other party's expression, he was indeed extremely confident. Kuroba Kaito temporarily believed that he had solved the monitoring problem.

But who exactly is this guy? He is completely different from the previous police officers.

The other party must have disguised himself, otherwise he would not have been unable to remember the man's face.

"Come to think of it, should I address you like this?" Heiyu Kaito asked as they walked towards another room together.

"I'll tell you after this operation is over." Shigeto Tsujimoto decisively rejected the other party's temptation.

"Ah... why is this happening?" Black Feather Kaito Cat sighed, but had no choice but to compromise.

"Then let's go up quickly... ok?"

Just as Shigeto Tsujimoto pushed open the door, a slight vibration sound came from under his feet, and at the same time, the expressions of the two people changed slightly.

Oh no.

“Sizzle——”

The sharp sound of electric current pierced Tsujimoto Shigeto's ears. Almost at that moment, an indescribable sharp sound instantly prolonged. Tsujimoto Shigeto's face suddenly turned pale and his expression became extremely ugly.

"Hey! Are you okay—"

Seeing the momentary distraction on the silver-haired young man's face, Hei Yu Kuai Dou was almost frightened to death by him. He immediately checked the entire room and breathed a sigh of relief when he noticed that no one came in or approached.

"Tsk, I'm afraid things are going to be very troublesome."

He immediately pulled out his hearing aid, and at the same time noticed that the LCD screen that had been playing the video in front of him began to emit snowy screen.

Apparently, someone had released electromagnetic interference.

This kind of trick of hurting the enemy by 1,000 but hurting himself by 800 is indeed something he can do. Once electromagnetic interference is used, both the enemy and the friend will not be able to use any electronic equipment, which means... Shigeto Tsujimoto can't even use the communicator!

He will also lose contact with Yuma Tsujimoto. Although the telepathy of the twins will not cause Yuma to deviate too far from his plan, it does greatly increase the difficulty of this operation.

Realizing that the world was gradually moving away from his ears, Shigeto Tsujimoto took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

This isn't the first time, Tsujimoto.

It would be useless if you failed in the same thing twice in a row.

"I'm fine, I just can't hear anymore."

Before Kuroba Kaito could react, Tsujimoto Shigeto suddenly reached out his hand, grabbed the back of Kuroba Kaito's neck, and gently placed his ear near his temple.

Such an intimate action also made Hei Yu Kaidou subconsciously want to retreat, but he quickly reacted to what the other party was going to do.

...Is it bone transmission?

Could it be that the police officer in front of me is unable to hear any sound and can only use this method to quickly transmit information in the face of electromagnetic interference?

After hearing this news, Kuroba Kaito seemed to be able to vaguely guess the other party's identity.

The police officer who can't hear any sound...isn't that Officer Shigeto Tsujimoto?

I heard some time ago that he quit the Investigation Division. Did he join the Public Security Bureau?

"I'll tell you the general route, and you go there now. I roughly know the location of Tamir's Heart, and with your ability, it shouldn't be difficult to get the gem."

Tsujimoto Shigetsu didn't really care about his identity being exposed, but continued to speak word by word,

"I will protect you. You must act quickly and get the Heart of Tamir before Yusuke Tsukue does."

He believed that Kuroba Kaito could get the gem.

But the more troublesome thing is that he doesn't want Gin to know about the deal between Kuroba Kaito and himself, so he has to be extra careful.

"I see."

Kuroba Kaito left quickly after saying this. Tsujimoto Shigetsu left the room immediately, breaking the door lock. He quickly loaded the gun in his hand and walked towards the crowd with big strides.

As expected, many people looked annoyed. Perhaps the surveillance cameras they had installed were all ineffective.

The waiters' faces were filled with fear. They seemed to be explaining that the underwater signal might not be very good. In short, these were necessary measures that had been prepared in advance.

[Paradox Simulation On]

The crystal blue scanner scanned the entire room. Tsujimoto Shigetsu had not been to this living room just now, so he didn't know the situation here.

However, you won’t know until you see it, and you’ll be shocked when you see it.

There were bombs placed in every corner, and the locations of the bombs were quite remote. Even the best bomb disposal experts could not defuse them under such circumstances.

As long as Yusuke Tsukue doesn't leave here, this place is safe.

But if he leaves here, everyone in the booth will die.

Shigetsu Tsujimoto pondered for a while and decided to go back to the first floor to take a look.

If I guessed correctly, the glass tower in the center of the first floor was where the Heart of Tamir was placed. Yusuke Tsukue was there, and he needed to attract the opponent's attention so that Kuroba's quick fight would be smoother.

The silver-haired young man thought so, then took a few steps back and planned to leave here temporarily, but he bumped into someone's chest unexpectedly.

……Um??

Before he could react, the other party grabbed his wrist. At the same time, Shigeto Tsujimoto turned his head and met the pair of emerald green eyes.

Gin? ?

Why is he here? No, he should have been waiting here. He is a little late!

But that's great! Shigeto Tsujimoto just needs someone who can stir up trouble, and Gin is the man who blew up the Suzuki Tower! With a little more effort, blowing up a glass tower won't be a problem at all!!

"I said—"

When Shigeto Tsujimoto wanted to explain his plan, the other party's hands stepped forward first and covered his ears.

The silver-haired young man was stunned. He reflexively wanted to do a back throw, but Gin's next words were conveyed through the contact between the two people.

"Did you hear that?"

…

The not-so-clear sound came from afar, as if covered by a thick cloth, or like a whisper drowned in the ocean, awakening long-lost memories.

Although Shigeto Tsujimoto didn't like this feeling at all.

"I don't have much time to explain to you."

Considering that this way of talking is indeed more convenient, Tsujimoto Shigeta had no choice but to continue,

"In short, we have something big to do next."

"oh?"

Perhaps Gin felt something was wrong with Tsujimoto Shigeto's expression, and he had a bad premonition almost as a conditioned reflex.

"Yes! And it's what you are best at!!" Tsujimoto Shigetsu said excitedly.

"Gin, are you interested in going with me to blow up the glass tower?"

“…”

He was now certain that Shigeto Tsujimoto had some kind of bizarre understanding of him.