Gin doesn't want to work hard

Adhering to the principle of saying less and making fewer mistakes, Kurosawa simply shook his head, indicating that he hadn't noticed.

Conan did not doubt what Kurosawa said.

After getting the answer, he started thinking about it again.

Conan still leans towards the idea that someone took Shuichi Akai's things.

Is it Gin?

Or is he an accomplice of Shuichi Akai?

In fact, Conan already had a general idea of ​​Shuichi Akai's identity.

Judging from his conflicts with both Bourbon and Gin, he must be an enemy of the organization.

He's willing to save Kurosawa, so he probably isn't a bad person.

He carried a gun and was quite skilled; he looked like he had undergone professional training.

Moreover, he always seemed to act alone.

So far, no one he knows has come looking for him.

But at first, it seemed he wanted to borrow a mobile phone?

Are you trying to contact your companions?

Conan pondered for a moment, then proactively handed over the earphone-shaped phone he was holding.

"Mr. Akai, you just wanted to borrow my cell phone, right?"

"No, this is for you."

Shuichi Akai looked at the thing Conan handed him.

He knew that Conan was trying to test him.

Judging from Conan's reaction just now, they probably didn't find their pistol.

Therefore, Conan wanted to start from other places.

Shuichi Akai was also curious about where his things had gone.

But that's not the most important thing.

The most important thing now is to ensure Judy's safety.

Although making a phone call in front of Conan would expose some things.

But Shuichi Akai still took the phone and dialed a number without hesitation.

Conan stared intently at Shuichi Akai's movements.

He moved quickly, but Conan still managed to memorize the number.

However, this number seems somewhat familiar?

Conan frowned in thought, but before he could figure it out, the call was answered.

"Hello? May I ask who this is?"

A woman's voice came from the other side.

Upon hearing that voice, Conan and the others were all startled.

That voice... is... Ms. Judy!

Ms. Jodie is Shuichi Akai's companion, and the member of that organization is Dr. Araide!

Things were taking a turn for the worst.

The thought that the real Dr. Araide might have already been murdered weighed heavily on Conan's mind.

Although he had exposed his relationship with Jodie, Shuichi Akai breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing Jodie's calm voice and knowing that she was alright.

"it's me."

Shuichi Akai spoke up.

"...Shuichi?"

Judy said uncertainly, her voice becoming serious.

"What happened?"

What made Shuichi Akai contact him temporarily using an unfamiliar number...?

Judy quickly realized that he might be in some trouble.

Because of the others present, Shuichi Akai didn't elaborate, but only subtly reminded Jodie to be careful.

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, then he spoke.

"Oh, Shuichi."

Do you remember when we came to Japan?

This was a code word they had agreed upon beforehand, used to confirm each other's situation.

Shuichi Akai knew that Jodie suspected he was being controlled.

February 11th.

We arrived in Japan on the afternoon of February 11th.

Akai Shuichi replied.

Judy breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing Shuichi Akai's answer.

This date signifies safety and indicates that we will contact each other again.

"OK, OK, Shuichi, your memory is still as good as ever."

"It's getting late, I need to rest. Let's talk again next time."

Judy hung up the phone.

Shuichi Akai returned the phone to Conan.

Conan pursed his lips and asked.

"Is Ms. Judy one of your people?"

"That new doctor?"

Chapter 217 Shuichi Akai's Speculation

A newly appointed doctor?

Shuichi Akai didn't know whether Conan wanted to ask about Vermouth or the original Tomoaki Araide.

Maybe both.

But he didn't want to answer.

Knowing too much is not a good thing for Conan.

Moreover, judging from what happened today, Gin may have already noticed them.

This is not good news.

Shuichi Akai spoke again, uttering the name he hadn't been able to finish saying earlier.

"Kudo Shinichi."

Conan's pupils suddenly contracted, and his fingers curled slightly.

Although he knew the person in front of him meant no harm, Conan was still somewhat flustered by having his identity so bluntly revealed.

But soon, he calmed down.

He did not try to play dumb.

Shuichi Akai was the first person he met who clearly saw the organization as a goal.

Furthermore, given that he knows both Bourbon and Gin, he also has some understanding of the organization.

Shuichi Akai shared the same goal as him.

The two are not incapable of cooperating.

Shuichi Akai's eyes flashed with admiration when he saw Conan's calm demeanor.

From this perspective, Conan's mental fortitude is quite impressive.

“Mr. Akai, we can cooperate.”

Conan extended an invitation.

Shuichi Akai neither agreed nor refused.

He made a pointed remark.

"You're so at ease with someone like me whose identity is unknown?"

"He got himself into this state to save someone..."

Conan sized up Shuichi Akai for a moment, then continued.

"Most people can't do that."

"Besides, I also have some guesses about your identity."

"If I'm not mistaken, you must be an agent from the United States!"

After saying that, Conan stared intently at Shuichi Akai's face, trying to discern something from it.

But Shuichi Akai is clearly not someone who easily reveals his weaknesses.

He simply said "Oh?", his expression remaining indifferent.

"Since that's the case, how about we make a deal?"

Shuichi Akai spoke up.

"...What deal?"