Conan: Above all force, there is truth!

They had barely sat down when Tatsuno noticed Shinichi Kudo walking towards them with a serious expression.

"Takeda, come here for a moment. I have something to tell you."

"Ok?"

Ryūno didn't know why Shinichi Kudo had come to find him alone, but unusually, he saw a hint of nervousness on Shinichi's face.

Ryūno nodded slightly and walked to a corner with Shinichi Kudo.

Shinichi Kudo carefully looked around, and after confirming that no one was around, he leaned close to Tatsuno's ear and whispered, "You noticed the police's strange behavior, didn't you? It's because... there were obvious gunshot wounds on the deceased's body!"

Shinichi Kudo paused for a moment, then continued, "Not only that, the shot was extremely accurate; the killer's marksmanship is very high. Moreover, it seems this isn't the first person he's killed."

"Inspector Megure and his team have requested backup. After the commotion broke out, many people ran out of the stadium. The Metropolitan Police Department has dispatched a large number of personnel to investigate these people. But the culprit... is very likely still inside the stadium!"

Ryūno glanced at Shinichi in surprise, only to hear the latter continue:

"In order not to cause panic among the crowd, Inspector Megure and his team decided to temporarily conceal the news and try their best to buy time. But they can't hold out for too long; we don't have much time left."

"Inspector Megure has also requested assistance from the SAT (Special Terrorist Task Force), and they will be there soon. However, if we cannot accurately locate the criminal, even if the SAT arrives, it will be difficult to take action."

If the prisoner is provoked, the consequences could be disastrous.

"Takeda! We must find the culprit quickly, or we'll all be in danger!"

Seeing that Ryūno understood the current situation, Shinichi Kudo gave him a few more instructions before leaving.

After Shinichi Kudo left, Tatsuno also felt a bit emotional.

It's like when it rains, it pours.

Soon after, he returned to Ran and Sonoko's side.

Under their curious gazes, he smiled and said calmly, "Don't worry, don't worry, nothing will happen. Even if something does happen, I will definitely protect you!"

"Instead of that, think of something good to eat nearby. I'm getting a little hungry. Let's all go out for a meal together after we're done. It's on me!"

Hearing Longye say that, the two temporarily put aside their worries and started chattering.

[Bound Person: Yukiko Kudo. Danger is imminent; mission triggered.]

As soon as Longye sat down, he heard the system notification and immediately looked toward the location marked by the system.

Not far away, Yukiko was talking to a middle-aged man wearing a gray suit jacket, seemingly gathering information.

Since the system says she is about to be in danger, the criminal must be nearby, and it might even be the man she is talking to.

After explaining to Ran and Sonoko, he immediately walked over there.

At this moment, a sudden change occurred.

To Yukiko's astonishment, the man in front of her suddenly pulled a pistol from his shirt.

"Don't move! This isn't a toy!"

The man took Yukiko hostage and then fired a shot into the air.

The gunshot immediately alerted them.

"What?! Gunshots?!"

"Yukiko!!!"

"He has a gun! Everyone run!!"

For a moment, the scene was in chaos.

The crowd continued to flee outside the building, and the police completely lost control of the situation.

Inspector Megure and Eri Kisaki anxiously watched Yukiko being held hostage by the criminals.

For a moment, the scene was in chaos.

Inspector Megure slowly stepped forward, looking nervously at the prisoner. He calmed himself down and tried to negotiate with the prisoner first.

"Don't get agitated! You can say whatever you want to us! Put down your gun first, and we can have a proper talk!"

The man chuckled dismissively. "That's ridiculous. Do you think I'm stupid? If you're so capable, get those officers over there to throw their guns aside first! Then get me a car!"

After saying that, the man looked warily at the armed officers Sato and Takagi around him, gripped his gun tightly, and pointed it at Yukiko's head.

Seeing how difficult the situation had become, Inspector Megure gritted his teeth.

For Yukiko's safety, he was prepared to accept the prisoner's request first.

Whether out of police ethics or friendship with the Kudo family, he could not allow Yukiko Kudo to suffer any harm.

"There's no other way..."

Inspector Megure whispered to Inspector Sato beside him, "I'll try to arrange a swap with Yukiko. I'll go and be the hostage. The SAT will be here soon; you go and contact them."

The safety of the people present is paramount; let the SAT seize the opportunity to shoot and kill the perpetrator!

"Inspector...it's too dangerous! I'll go instead..."

"Shut up, that's an order!"

"Yes…"

After arranging the emergency plan, Inspector Megure raised his hands and slowly walked towards the prisoner.

"Don't be nervous, I'm not carrying any weapons. I'll be your hostage, and we'll exchange me for the civilians you're holding!"

Seeing Inspector Megure slowly walking towards him, the man was suddenly speechless.

I really don't know if there's something wrong with you or me. You're such a big lump, how am I supposed to run around with you?

Thinking of this, the man shouted, "Don't try any tricks! If you come any closer, this person will be in trouble!"

After saying that, he pressed the muzzle of the gun directly against Yukiko's temple.

Upon seeing the prisoner's movements, Inspector Megure stopped in his tracks.

This scene startled Eri and the others, and the situation became tense once again.

Just then, a faint voice came from behind the man: "Oh? Then may I be a hostage?"

Chapter 36 The Karate Tournament (Part 2)

Hearing the sudden sound behind him, the man turned around instantly in fright.

He saw a young man in a karate uniform standing behind him with a smile on his face.

Not only was the prisoner startled, but everyone present was terrified.

"What? Takeda? When did he get there?!"

"Kid! What are you doing!"

"Eh?! Tatsuno?!"

Before anyone could finish speaking, Ryūno snatched Yukiko from the man's hands and then hugged her in his arms.

Upon discovering that his hostage had been taken away, the man's eyes filled with malice. He immediately raised his arm and fired a shot.

"boom!"

"Ryūno!!!"

"Be careful!!!"

Amidst the shocked gazes of the crowd, Longye casually tilted his head, dodging the bullet.

The man was stunned when he saw this.

But he didn't have time to think, and aimed at Longye again, firing several more shots.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

While holding Yukiko in one arm, Tatsuno easily dodged the bullets once again.

The man was about to fire when he realized that the boy was right in front of him and had grabbed the gun from his hand.

After putting Yukiko down, Tatsuno snatched the gun from the man's hand in an instant and then pinned the man to the ground.

Everything ended in the blink of an eye.

Upon witnessing this scene, which resembled a movie plot, everyone stood there dumbfounded, their eyes wide open.

Shinichi Kudo, who was not far away, looked even more surprised.

Even though the soccer ball he had finally found had fallen to the ground, he didn't realize it.

Looking at the stunned Inspector Megure, Ryūno asked, "Huh? What are you all standing there for? Shouldn't you come and take this guy away?"

Upon hearing Ryūno's words, everyone realized what was happening, and Officer Takagi and Officer Date stepped forward and handcuffed the man.

"You really are..." Inspector Megure wanted to criticize Ryuno's actions as potentially dangerous, but before he could finish speaking, the scene of Ryuno dodging bullets flashed through his mind.

The impression this kid gave off just now was one of ease and nonchalance…

The thought that this kid could dodge bullets so easily while carrying someone made Inspector Megure close his mouth and turn to deal with the aftermath.

At that moment, Ran and Sonoko also rushed over.

The two carefully examined his body and breathed a sigh of relief after finding him unharmed.

Yukiko kept staring at Tatsuno, her eyes sparkling with gratitude and seemingly filled with countless tiny stars.

Having completed all this, Longye opened the system and checked the rewards for completing the mission: [A: Aircraft Pilot, Destiny Coins: 30]

……

Shortly afterward, the man with the gun was taken to a police car.

Police will continue their investigation and evidence collection at the venue, and the karate competition has therefore been cancelled.

As the person involved, Tatsuno had to go to the police station with Yukiko to give a statement.

The planned grand meal had to be postponed.

Ryuno walked behind Inspector Megure and the others, heading out of the venue.

Before he even reached the entrance, he saw Kyogoku standing right there at the gate, as if waiting for something.

Upon seeing Tatsuno approach, Kyogoku Makoto immediately stepped forward: "If this hadn't happened, I really wanted to continue the match with you, even though I would definitely have lost in the end. Your name is Takeda Tatsuno, right? You're really strong!"

After saying that, Makoto Kyogoku extended a hand to Tatsuno.