Gin doesn't want to work hard

"Judging by appearances alone, yes."

Judy continued, recalling what had happened that afternoon.

“Many students from Teitan High School know him, and he can join in the conversation when they talk about the past.”

“I also chatted with him for a few minutes. His reaction was very natural, and his personality was the same as what we had investigated before.”

Shuichi Akai understood.

Of course, he didn't believe this was the real Shinichi Kudo.

But at least, the appearance of this "Shinichi Kudo" was part of Conan's plan.

As Shuichi Akai thought this, he subconsciously looked up at Kurosawa.

Kurosawa was still sitting on the bed, but now he had a game console in his hand.

Seemingly noticing Shuichi Akai's gaze, Kurosawa continued moving his hands while his eyes were already looking over.

Shuichi Akai shook his head to indicate that he was fine, so Kurosawa turned his attention back to the game.

Clearly, he wasn't interested in Shuichi Akai's conversation with Jodie.

However, it must be said that Kurosawa's performance made things much easier for Shuichi Akai.

If Kurosawa just sat there staring straight at him, Shuichi Akai would still feel somewhat uncomfortable.

Putting aside "Shinichi Kudo" for the moment, Hideaki Akai began by asking about Jodie's situation.

"How are you?"

"Nothing went wrong, right?"

Judy chuckled softly upon hearing this.

"Aside from running into Shinichi Kudo, which was a bit unexpected, nothing else happened."

"As for Vermouth, she hasn't shown up yet."

"But I'll find a way to find her."

When Vermouth was mentioned, Judy's voice became noticeably lower.

Clearly, she harbors some kind of obsession with Vermouth.

Shuichi Akai, who knew Jodie's past, fell silent for a moment.

Judy's words suggest that she has no intention of taking it back.

Judy couldn't give up easily when it came to Vermouth.

Shuichi Akai understood this.

Knowing that the chances of persuading Judy to return were slim, and that his physical condition did not allow him to travel to Osaka, Shuichi Akai could only offer this advice.

"The organization may have sent more than just Vermouth to Osaka, so you must be careful."

Judy naturally believed in Shuichi Akai.

She didn't ask Shuichi Akai about the source of the information, but simply said earnestly.

“I understand, Shuichi.”

"After all these years, I won't act impulsively at a time like this."

Now is the time when they have the best chance of capturing Vermouth.

After years of tracking, they did not come away empty-handed.

At least they knew everything about Vermouth's whereabouts.

Once Vermouth reveals any weakness, they can launch an operation and capture her!

Akai Shuichi hung up the phone.

He couldn't make it to Judy's side on his own.

but……

Shuichi Akai thought of "Shinichi Kudo" as mentioned by Jodie.

The image of Conan flashed through his mind.

Perhaps we could talk to him.

……

at the same time.

Osaka.

The top floor of a large hotel.

Vermouth and Amuro Tooru compared the intelligence they had gathered.

Earlier, they had booked the entire floor as their temporary accommodation for the next week.

With the idea of ​​arriving early and leaving early, the two took a plane to Osaka early in the morning.

The first thing we did after landing was to find a nice hotel and book the entire rooftop.

As a base, it certainly cannot be too dilapidated.

As for the organization's base in Osaka...

Anyway, it won't be as comfortable as staying in a hotel.

Two people who are not short of money naturally wouldn't compromise themselves.

Because they shared similar views, they found each other much more agreeable.

That being said, neither of them intended to act together.

Both of them had the same idea of ​​slacking off, but they both thought that the other was sent by Gin to spy on them.

With this mindset, they naturally wouldn't want to act together.

When Amuro tentatively suggested splitting up, Vermouth immediately agreed.

The two hit it off immediately and went off to gather intelligence as soon as they left the hotel.

Now, in the early hours of the morning, the two, who had returned to the hotel one after the other, began sharing information with each of them, each harboring their own secret thoughts.

……

First is Vermouth.

To be honest, she had little interest in investigating Shirley.

Since it's a counterfeit, it's unlikely that any investigation will uncover anything.

She was more interested in Judy than the fake Shirley.

As for investigating Sherry... that's up to Bourbon.

Since they're in cahoots anyway, Bourbon's investigation is equivalent to her investigation.

We can just copy an investigation report from Bourbon and send it to Gin, and that'll be the end of it.

Vermouth's calculations were meticulously planned.

therefore.

After leaving the hotel, Vermouth did not investigate Sherry's matter, but instead began searching for Judy's whereabouts.

The academic exchanges at Teitan High School are not a secret.

Upon seeing the familiar name of the teacher leading the group, Vermouth even considered going to check it out in person.

It's not that I care too much about Judy.

I was just idling around anyway, so I figured I might as well find something to do.

Moreover, it was quite amusing that he could appear openly and legitimately in front of the FBI agent through disguise, yet the agent didn't recognize him.

Vermouth then disguised herself as an old woman and went to the venue for the academic exchange.

Vermouth, who was originally planning to investigate Jodie, discovered an unexpected person at the scene.

Kudo Shinichi!

It must be said that Vermouth was shocked the moment she saw "Shinichi Kudo".

Because he looks just too much like the real Shinichi Kudo!

Whether it's their mannerisms, their tone of voice, or even some unconscious little gestures, they imitate them perfectly.

If Vermouth hadn't known for certain that Conan was actually Shinichi Kudo, she might have been completely fooled.

But this is not a good thing.

Considering that "Sherry" had suddenly been exposed, Vermouth knew that this must be another of Conan's plans.

However, directly exposing "Shinichi Kudo" to the public is far too radical and risky.

Unlike Sherry, Shinichi Kudo was confirmed dead within the organization.

If news of his resurrection were to reach the organization, even the Boss's attention would likely be drawn to it.

Furthermore, given that the deceased was confirmed to be Shirley, anyone with a brain would connect the two.

Once the organization investigates thoroughly, Conan and his friends' so-called disguise will reveal nothing at all!

Therefore, the existence of "Shinichi Kudo" must not be discovered!

Vermouth quickly came to a conclusion.

They came to investigate Sherry, but instead, it was Shinichi Kudo who appeared.

In other words, during the investigation of Sherry, there must be some clues that point to Shinichi Kudo!

Vermouth couldn't help but frown.

She sighed slightly.

It would have been fine if she had come alone, but unfortunately, Amuro Tooru was with her.

If she remembers correctly, the person who fed Shinichi Kudo the drug was Tooru Amuro.