"Maybe we'll actually get to see a fantastic magic show..."
The words had barely left his mouth when a loud "bang" sounded.
The stairwell door leading to the rooftop was violently kicked open, and a squad of police officers rushed in, heading straight for the composed Kidd.
"Phantom Thief Kid, surrender now!"
The leader was a middle-aged man with a small mustache who looked quite similar to Kogoro, but he was not the Chaki manager we had seen before.
"It's Inspector Nakamori. It seems he's been lying in wait near the hotel all along," Akechi said in a low voice, with a hint of admiration in his tone.
So this is Nakamori Ginzo, Kid's future father-in-law.
Yoruichi Toyama squinted and examined it carefully.
This person had dealt with Kidd quite a bit, so it makes sense that he deciphered the notice letter himself.
However, relying solely on him is probably...
Unbeknownst to Yoruichi Toyama, Inspector Nakamori, who was inwardly criticizing Toyama, had already surrounded Kid with more than a dozen officers.
Hakuba Saguru and Conan have already stepped outside the circle.
"Alright, put your hands above your head and walk over slowly. Don't try anything funny!"
Inspector Nakamori and his men each held their pistols level, with a ring of gun barrels pointed at Kidd.
While police pistols may have limited power, they still appear quite intimidating at this distance.
Kidd smiled and obediently raised his hands slowly.
"I must say, I am truly honored that so many people came to tonight's pre-show program."
Perhaps, as Yoruichi Toyama said, he had indeed made arrangements for his future plans, which is why he was so calm and unhurried in his teasing remarks.
"I simply can't wait—"
A flash of light streaked across the sky.
Those present didn't even see Kidd's movements clearly before their eyes were filled with a bright white light.
"—We're about to witness the grand spectacle of the official performance!"
"Oh no! A flashbang!"
"Everyone stay put! Hold your positions and don't let Kidd get away!"
"..."
At the same time as Kidd's last words came a dazzling array of props and a sudden burst of noise from the police officers.
Only Inspector Nakamori was still shouting orders at the top of his lungs.
The four detectives, who were standing a little further away from the circle, also had to temporarily cover their eyes, feeling dizzy and lightheaded.
The roar of the helicopter still echoed in the air.
The streets around the Beihu Hotel have been blocked off by police cars.
However, by the time Inspector Nakamori and the detectives regained their sight, the figure of Phantom Thief Kid had vanished without a trace before their eyes.
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