Ke Xue: He mastered the steel-cutting divine skill at the start.

Seeking help from a love rival is a very shameful thing, and this feeling is especially strong for a great detective with a strong sense of self-esteem who often considers himself extraordinary.

However, he also knew in his heart that for the sake of his parents' safety, he could put aside things like pride.

He was no longer the savior of the Japanese police, nor the Sherlock Holmes of the Heisei era; he was just a helpless boy, a young man who needed the help of his former classmates. As long as he could save his parents' lives, such a small sacrifice was utterly insignificant.

However, from now on, I will have no pride left in front of that guy, and I will not be able to refuse him if he makes any demands of me.

"Sister Ran, it's because Kudo's parents heard about my injury to Heiji, so they went to America to take care of me and Heiji. But because of what happened before, we ended up in Russia and got separated from them, so they went to America."

But for some reason, Kudo suddenly couldn't contact them. So Kudo went to America to look for them, but still to no avail. In desperation, he hoped to contact Miyazaki, since he was the most capable. If he could help, he would definitely be able to find them.

Ran was surprised; she knew that the Kudo couple had gone to America.

They just didn't pay much attention to it, after all, the couple had lived in the United States for many years and were practically half-Americans, so they were very familiar with the place.

So there was almost no problem, and she didn't care at all.

But unexpectedly, the couple disappeared without a trace, which is definitely not a simple matter.

Seeing Conan's anxious look, she nodded and quickly took out her phone and handed it to Conan. Conan took a deep breath, nodded to Ran, and ran out. There were some things he still didn't want Ran to hear.

Ran watched Conan's departing figure with a puzzled look on her face. She wanted to eavesdrop, but Heiji Hattori stopped her, seemingly unintentionally, and said he was hungry. Ran had no choice but to give up the idea.

However, a lingering doubt remained unresolved.

The call connected, and Miyazaki Yu Chenhou's voice came from the other end.

"Xiaolan, why did you call me first? Is something wrong? Is there some problem in Russia?"

When he said the last word, his tone suddenly became sharp. Even though it was over the phone, the sharpness in his voice still made Conan's heart skip a beat.

He quickly said, "It was me who called, not Xiaolan!"

"Oh? It's you, Conan."

Miyazaki Yu, on the other end of the phone, was slightly taken aback, but then a smile appeared on his lips. Although he didn't know what this kid wanted to say, perhaps he could please him today. After all, he was once the protagonist of this world, and every confrontation with him would make him feel a little interested.

After Conan finished speaking, there was a long silence; he really didn't know how to continue.

However, Miyazaki Yu did not give him more time. His time was very precious, and he did not have time to waste on a pointless guy.

"If you haven't figured out what to say, you can go back and think it over carefully. I don't have time to wait for you to think it through."

Conan panicked immediately, and the last bit of hesitation in his heart was completely thrown to the back of his mind.

"Wait a minute, I have a favor to ask of you, please grant it!"

He seemed to have shed some shackles, and without the slightest hesitation, he spoke these words directly.

But Miyazaki Yu's next words shook him to his core.

"I see. So you're asking me for a favor. But I wonder, in what capacity are you asking me? As elementary school student Conan Edogawa, or Shinichi Kudo?"

"He really did know who I was!"

His heart pounded like a giant bell, and sweat poured down his face.

At this moment, he felt as if he had lost all his support, standing in front of Miyazaki Yu like a transparent man, having even lost the courage to look directly at him.

However, since we've already talked it out, it doesn't really matter anymore.

"As expected, Miyazaki, you saw through my identity a long time ago."

Miyazaki Yu was secretly pleased. He really wanted to see the look of astonishment and helplessness on the boy's face at this moment. Given the boy's pride, the fact that he was willing to lower himself and ask him for help meant that something very important had happened that he couldn't ignore.

While he was in Russia, the only people he cared about so much were Yusaku Kudo and his wife.

"Kudo-kun, I've been aware of your identity for a while now. The reason I haven't exposed it is because I don't want your strange changes to have a negative impact on everyone. I suppose that's why you're doing the same thing?"

As for what you're asking of me, I'd very much like to hear it. What is it that would make this proud champion of justice of yours lower himself to ask me for help?

Conan breathed a sigh of relief. There's only a difference between being 'magnanimous' once and countless times. Now that he had overcome his inner obstacles and bowed his head to Miyazaki Yu, he no longer had the right to be proud.

Without further hesitation, he recounted in detail the circumstances of his parents' disappearance.

Chapter 600 Yukiko's Trail

"I see. They both disappeared together, and after you left the United States. This is no coincidence; someone must have been really worried."

Miyazaki Yu never believed in coincidences. In reality, true coincidences are extremely rare in this world. The vast majority of so-called coincidences are simply the deliberate actions of people with ulterior motives.

"Miyazaki, are you saying that the people who kidnapped my parents were after you?"

Miyazaki Yu said calmly, "At least we can't rule out this factor. Think about it, the two of them have lived in the United States for many years. The United States is their second home. They are very familiar with this place. Moreover, the two of them are very alert people."

The fact that two capable celebrities could disappear without a trace suggests that this was not a spur-of-the-moment action, but a premeditated plan.

Instantly, Conan broke out in a cold sweat. He knew that Miyazaki Yu's speculation might be the truth. Although his parents were not powerful fighters, they were not people who could be easily dealt with. The fact that they could disappear without a trace meant that their power was not small.

"Please, please help me save them!"

Miyazaki Yu chuckled: "It's not an easy thing for a great detective like you to condescend to do this. However, you should also know what I just did. Although I have reached a compromise with the US government, this is the most sensitive period. My every move will be interpreted by the US government in various ways."

Moreover, their so-called disappearance is just speculation. Given our relationship, you don't seem worth me taking such a big risk.

Conan's lips trembled. Yes, why should he?

Although he didn't know the details of Miyazaki Yu's previous battle, he could still make some guesses.

Given the US government's domineering style, it would never compromise easily. But now, not only has it compromised, but it has also absolved Miyazaki Yu of all responsibility and given him such high honors.

He was almost certain that Miyazaki Yu had caused terrible damage to the entire US government, to the point that the whole country could hardly bear it.

As I said before, only swords and spears can truly calm down robbers and bandits and make them listen to reason with you.

But as Miyazaki Yu said, he is now in a very delicate position. The entire American government is like a dog that has been kicked, exuding a terrifying aura.

At such a sensitive time, any rash action could provoke the fragile and sensitive United States, potentially triggering unpredictable dangers.

Even without these things, why would he bother to spend his energy and time helping himself?

He and the other man had different beliefs and had argued many times, which left him with a lingering resentment. The other man also harbored resentment and looked down on his beliefs.

The two sides are fighting for the ultimate truth; they are two completely different kinds of people and are naturally opposed!

Now, how could I possibly expect the other party to help me?

"Miyazaki, I don't know how to convince you, but I sincerely beg you now to save my parents. If you can save them, I, Shinichi Kudo, will obey your orders for the rest of my life and never go back on my word!"

After saying that, Conan staggered and almost fell to the ground. His face instantly lost all color, and he looked like a dried-up wax figure.

A person with unwavering faith will become like this after losing their faith, as if they have lost their soul.

However, he then gave a bitter smile, realizing that he would never have any pride left in his heart again, and silently apologized to the world.

"Hahaha!"

Miyazaki Yu burst into laughter, and at this moment, he, like the Four Laughing Heroes, revealed a villainous laugh.

Since arriving in this world, Shinichi Kudo has always been his potential rival, and his most important rival at that.

Although as his strength grew, the possibility of this kid causing him trouble had almost disappeared, their struggle had never actually ended.

Because their struggle was never just a struggle of power, but a struggle of ideologies and beliefs, and with Shinichi Kudo's complete surrender, this struggle came to a complete end.

After all, he was someone I admired in my past life. Even without this kid's plea, I would have helped him if I had known.

"Shinichi Kudo, remember what you said. From now on, your fate is in my hands!"

After hanging up the phone, he felt a sense of relief. Everyone has a competitive spirit, but the pleasure of defeating different opponents is completely different.

Conan, who was originally the protagonist of this world, can now only grovel at his feet, which makes him secretly very happy.

However, he quickly adjusted his mindset. He was already at the top of this world, and there was no need to be complacent about defeating Shinichi Kudo.

So he told Vermouth about Yusaku Kudo and Yukiko Kudo.

"They were both arrested? Or were they targeting you?"

This news immediately sharpened Vermouth's previously languid expression.

Miyazaki Yu smiled and said, "It seems that our ever-changing witch is quite concerned about this Mrs. Kudo."

Vermouth rolled her eyes at him: "I'm worried about you, okay?" But after saying that, she chuckled. Anyone in this world can get into trouble. Dimension, this ridiculously strong guy, has already been revered as a true god. How could he possibly get into trouble?

However, Yukiko still had to be saved. She had always held a special feeling for her best friend, who was once her fellow student.

In the original timeline, this friendship was also reflected in Yukiko's son, Shinichi Kudo. That's why Vermouth showed mercy to the rascal Shinichi Kudo on many occasions. Some netizens even say that Vermouth is Conan's godmother, otherwise the entire Detective Conan series would have ended long ago.

So after learning about this, Vermouth immediately took action, sending a message directly to high-ranking officials in the US government.

It's worth mentioning here that after Miyazaki Yu took control of the lives of most of the high-ranking officials in the American government, he certainly wouldn't contact these guys directly. No matter what, his focus was always on training.

Therefore, he handed over all the authority to communicate with those high-ranking officials to Vermouth, a woman with an extremely strong desire for power, who was the perfect candidate to do this.

After receiving the order, the higher-ups dared not delay at all. Moreover, the Kudo couple were indeed very famous public figures, and their sudden disappearance would cause another uproar in the society that had just settled down.

There are not many scapegoats left in the government.

With the government's intervention, clues were quickly found, and within minutes, all the details were in the hands of Miyazaki Hayao and Vermouth.

Volume Seven

Chapter 601 Another Nuclear Explosion (3rd Update!)

In the dark dungeon, a single, crystal-clear tear slowly rolled down Yukiko's fair cheek.

She had never felt so helpless and sad. She cried and screamed, but received no response. Despair slowly enveloped her.

The most terrifying forms of torture in the world are of two kinds: physical and mental. At this moment, Yukiko was undoubtedly under intense psychological pressure.

"Shinichi, where are you now? Mom misses you so much. And Yusaku, how are you? Someone, please save me!"

Such pain and helplessness were almost unprecedented for Yukiko, whose life had always been smooth sailing.

From a young age, she was exquisitely cute and was praised by her neighbors. She was beautiful, sweet, and well-behaved, and was very popular with her elders.

She was a popular figure at school, pursued by almost all the boys. Her drawer was overflowing with love letters every day, and she was constantly showered with snacks and gifts.

By the time she reached high school, she had blossomed into a stunningly beautiful young woman, and was even given the title of Princess Teitan, receiving all sorts of adulation.

After graduating, she successfully became an actress, then a national idol, and then found a loving husband, and later had a lovely and intelligent son.

My life has always been smooth sailing. I have hardly encountered any setbacks. Even if there are dangerous situations, they are quickly resolved without me having to worry or exert myself.