Detective Conan: Starting with Yukiko covered in black stockings!

Then, other groups surged in like a tide, engaging in fierce combat with the guards inside the manor. (Okay, Zhao)

Inside the manor, lights flickered, and shouts of battle and gunfire mingled together, shattering the tranquility of the night.

Cao Yu displayed powerful supernatural abilities in the battle, with golden light surrounding his body, making him appear like a war god descended to earth.

He moved like a golden lightning bolt, weaving freely among the enemies, and wherever he went, they fell to the ground.

With a wave of his hands, golden light transformed into sharp blades, severing the enemy's weapons. The enemy stared at him in terror, as if witnessing the arrival of death.

Each of his attacks contained immense power, as if it could turn any obstacle in its path into dust.

Chapter 389 Internal Disagreements

His gaze was firm and cold as he stared at the enemy, instilling in them endless fear.

In the midst of the fierce firefight, Conan led a team of soldiers to successfully infiltrate the manor amidst the chaos.

They moved cautiously along the dark corridor, watching their surroundings warily.

Ancient portraits hung on the walls on both sides of the corridor, appearing particularly eerie under the dim light.

The figures in the portraits seemed to be watching them, bringing them an invisible pressure.

When they arrived at the manor's basement, they discovered an astonishing scene.

The core members of the "Apocalypse Order" were chanting incantations around a huge totem, performing a mysterious and eerie ritual.

They were dressed in long black robes and hooded heads, obscuring their faces, but an aura of evil could be felt from their fanatical expressions and crazed eyes.

Their voices were low and hoarse, like a call from hell, seemingly trying to activate some powerful and evil force.

The basement was filled with a pungent odor that made people feel nauseous and uneasy.

Conan and the others immediately realized that the situation was extremely critical, and they launched an attack without hesitation, engaging in a fierce battle with the core members of the cult.

During the battle, Conan, with his keen observation skills and agile movements, spotted the leader of the Order amidst the chaos.

The leader of the cult was tall and dressed in a magnificent black robe. He held a jewel-encrusted staff in his hand and was directing the ceremony in front of the totem.

Conan seized the opportunity and, taking advantage of the leader's unpreparedness, pounced forward like a cheetah and subdued him with lightning speed.

With a flying kick, he knocked the staff out of the leader's hand, then quickly stepped forward and pinned the leader to the ground.

When the other members of the cult saw their leader captured, they were thrown into chaos and their morale plummeted.

They were quickly defeated by Cao Yu and his men's fierce attack.

After the battle, the basement was silent, save for heavy breathing and the occasional groan of the enemy.

After successfully thwarting part of the "Cult of Apocalypse's" conspiracy, everyone thought they could catch their breath. However, as the investigation deepened, the hidden undercurrents within the new organization gradually evolved into turbulent waves, and the divisions quietly and rapidly widened.

As they learned more about the "Cult of Apocalypse," the members of the new organization sat around in the conference room. The atmosphere was so oppressive that it felt as if they were at the bottom of the deep sea, and every breath felt heavy.

A young, hot-blooded member broke the silence. Like a powder keg that had been lit, he stood up abruptly, slammed his hands on the conference table like pincers, and roared with indignation, “We have so many clues about the Apocalypse Cult. Look at the things they’ve done, they’re absolutely insane! Countless people have fallen into comas because of them, struggling on the edge of life and death.”

Why should we wait? Why are we still hesitating here? We should take the initiative, destroy them directly, and make these bastards pay the most painful price for their evil deeds! His eyes burned with the flames of anger, and his eager expression made it seem as if he was about to rush out and fight the enemy to the death at any moment.

These words were like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, immediately eliciting a strong response from some members.

One of the experienced members, his brows furrowed into a deep frown, his expression as serious as the sky before a storm, chimed in: "That's right, our previous raid has already yielded some results, and now is the golden opportunity to press our advantage."

Every second of delay could mean more innocent people coming into contact with those damned totems and falling into an endless abyss of coma.

We can no longer stand idly by and watch tragedies unfold again and again; we must act immediately, without delay!

However, Cao Yu and Conan have completely different opinions.

Cao Yu frowned slightly, his deep eyes revealing worry and contemplation, as if he were gazing at the danger hidden in the mist in the distance.

He slowly stood up, crossed his arms over his chest, and said with a calm and steady voice, "I feel the same way you all feel. In fact, I feel the same way you all. My anger is burning inside me. I wish I could uproot the Apocalypse Order immediately and make them pay the price for their crimes."

However, we must be soberly aware that this organization is extremely secretive and cunning, and the conspiracy behind them is like a complex and intricate web, layer upon layer, with no bottom in sight.

Chapter 390 Obvious Slowness

What we know so far is likely just the tip of the iceberg.

If we act rashly and alert them to our actions, it could trigger them to initiate plans we are completely unaware of. At that point, the situation will become far more difficult to control, the difficulties and risks we face will multiply, and it could even bring about a devastating catastrophe for the world.

Conan pushed up his glasses, his gaze behind the lenses calm and rational, like a deep, cold pool, and then said, "Cao Yu is right."

Although we have some clues, we still know very little about their ultimate goal and the hidden plans they have made.

For example, what is the real purpose of their collection of special energy substances? What terrible things are they developing with the funds invested in high-tech research institutions and occult groups? These questions are like a fog, shrouding us in mystery.

Acting blindly before fully understanding this crucial information is like groping in the dark; it may not only lead to failure but also put us in a more passive position, potentially causing irreparable consequences.

Both sides stuck to their own arguments, and the debate became increasingly heated, with the atmosphere growing more and more tense, as if sparks were about to fly in the air.

Those who support taking the initiative believe that Cao Yu and Conan are being overly cautious, missing a golden opportunity, and causing more innocent people to suffer. Cao Yu and Conan's side, on the other hand, insists that only by planning carefully and fully understanding the enemy's plans can they ensure the complete destruction of the "Apocalypse Cult" and avoid triggering a greater disaster. Otherwise, if the operation fails, the consequences will be unimaginable.

This intense disagreement led to a noticeable slowdown in the new organization's actions.

While they were arguing, the situation outside became increasingly tense, like the oppressive atmosphere before a storm, making it hard to breathe.

Heartbreaking news continues to emerge from around the world, with more people falling into comas after coming into contact with mysterious totems.

In the hospital, the families of the unconscious patients were devastated, their heart-wrenching cries and desperate pleas echoing throughout every corner of the ward.

The medical team remained helpless in the face of this mysterious coma, and could only watch helplessly as the patient's vital signs teetered on the brink of life and death, as if death could mercilessly snatch him away at any moment.

On a bustling street in a vibrant city, people come and go in a lively and bustling atmosphere.

A young mother is walking hand in hand with her young child on the sidewalk.

Children are innocent and full of curiosity about everything around them, like a cheerful little bird constantly looking around.

Suddenly, the child's gaze was drawn to a mysterious totem that had appeared on a wall at some unknown time. The totem emitted a strange light, as if it possessed an invisible magic.

The child broke free from his mother's hand and ran over curiously to touch it.

Instantly, the child's eyes became dull, their once bright eyes lost their luster, and his body slumped softly into his mother's arms.

Asking for flowers

The mother screamed in terror, the sound piercing the noise of the street. She shook the child frantically, trying desperately to wake him, tears streaming uncontrollably down her face.

But all efforts were in vain; the child's body gradually grew cold, and the warmth of life was slowly fading away.

The mother's cries echoed through the street; it was a grief that penetrated to the bone, moving and breaking the hearts of everyone who heard it.

Similar scenes are playing out repeatedly in many parts of the world. The shadow of fear, like a thick, impenetrable smog, once again relentlessly shrouds the entire world. People live in fear and anxiety, not knowing whether the next victim will be themselves or their loved ones.

Fear permeated every corner, as if the end of the world was imminent.

Upon learning this news, the new organization members felt extremely heavy-hearted and anxious.

Those who supported taking the initiative were even more determined to act immediately, believing that these tragedies could have been avoided if not for internal divisions.

Although Cao Yu and Conan were also suffering internally, they remained steadfast in their judgment. They knew that they needed to stay calm and rational at this moment, as acting impulsively would only make the situation worse, just like blindly placing a piece in an already chaotic game of chess, which would only make the situation more uncontrollable.

Looking at the emotionally charged members, Cao Yu said in a heavy but firm voice, "I know you are all heartbroken and anxious."

Chapter 391 A Land of No Return

But we must not let our emotions control us; we must remain calm, especially in such a critical moment.

Our goal is not only to combat the Apocalyptic Cult, but more importantly, to completely eliminate the threat they pose, save those who are unconscious, and safeguard the peace and tranquility of the entire world.

If the entire plan fails due to a moment of impulsiveness, we will be unable to face those innocent lives and bear the heavy consequences.

This is not just our personal responsibility, but a responsibility to all of humanity.

Conan continued, "We, '347,' can use this time to further integrate the intelligence gathered from all sides."

Interpol and the FBI should be sending in new leads. We need to carefully piece these leads together, like a jigsaw puzzle. Only by uncovering the Apocalypse Cult's core plan can we achieve a decisive victory. Otherwise, our actions will be blind and futile, not only failing to solve the problem but also potentially making the enemy more vigilant and increasing the difficulty of subsequent operations.

Just then, Amuro Tooru rushed into the conference room, clutching a stack of documents tightly in his hand. His face was as grave as a sky covered with dark clouds, and his steps were so hurried that it seemed he was racing against time. He said, "I just received urgent news. The FBI, while investigating a high-tech company that has financial ties with the Apocalypse Cult, discovered that they are developing an energy amplifier."

Once this amplifier is combined with a totem, the energy it generates will multiply, and the impact on global energy hubs will be immeasurable. The entire world's energy system may collapse as a result, triggering a global catastrophe.

Furthermore, Interpol has reported that the Apocalypse Cult appears to be planning a global ritual, possibly near certain specific energy hubs.

If this ceremony were to take place, the consequences would be unimaginable, potentially plunging the world into utter ruin.

This news was like a bombshell, instantly silencing the meeting room. Everyone realized the seriousness of the situation, and the atmosphere became even more tense, as if the air itself had frozen.

Cao Yu immediately said, "Everyone, you see, this is why we need to act cautiously."

Now that we know their possible course of action and the dangerous weapons they are developing, we need to formulate a more detailed plan.

On the one hand, we must continue to thoroughly investigate the distribution of the Apocalypse Order's strongholds across various regions, especially those related to energy hubs, to uncover their deployment and operational patterns. Like searching for an enemy in the dark, every detail is crucial. On the other hand, we must do everything in our power to stop their energy amplifier development, or at least slow down their progress, to buy ourselves more time. This is our top priority; we must not allow their conspiracy to succeed.

Conan added, "We also need to figure out the specifics and purpose of this global ceremony."

This is likely a key element of their entire conspiracy. Only by understanding this can we develop targeted countermeasures and completely thwart their plot.

Just like solving a complex puzzle, only by finding the key clues can you find the right answer.

Hearing this, the members who had previously supported taking the initiative gradually calmed down and began to realize that Cao Yu and Conan's concerns were not unfounded.

But time is of the essence, and every second is as precious as gold, leaving no room for waste.

Cao Yu quickly made arrangements: "Amuro Tooru, use your deep connections in the public security system to work with Interpol to intensify the investigation into the Apocalypse Cult's strongholds, with a focus on the area surrounding the energy hub."

At the same time, they should try to infiltrate high-tech companies that have connections with the Apocalypse Order and stop the development of energy amplifiers at all costs.

You should make full use of your network of contacts to obtain more intelligence and ensure the success of the operation.

Conan, together with me, we need to conduct a 3.8 in-depth analysis of all the clues we've gathered so far. We must find clues about the global rituals of the Apocalypse Order, including key information such as the time, location, and required conditions of the rituals.

We must be like detectives, not overlooking any detail, and finding the truth from the slightest clues.

The other members were divided into several groups and worked closely with police in various places to strengthen public awareness campaigns and inform people through various channels to stay away from those mysterious totems and prevent more people from falling into a coma after coming into contact with them.

Everyone needs to be aware of the danger and be more vigilant.

Chapter 392 Ready to Launch an Attack

The members readily accepted the order and quickly and systematically began working on their respective tasks.

Amuro Tooru, leading a well-trained team, once again embarks on a journey across various countries.

Leveraging his extensive network within the public security system, he collaborated closely with police forces from various countries to launch a tense and meticulous investigation.

In a coastal city, after a painstaking investigation, they discovered a secret stronghold suspected to be the "Apocalyptic Order".

The hideout was hidden inside an abandoned factory. From the outside, the factory was dilapidated and overgrown with weeds, seemingly abandoned for a long time and showing no signs of anything unusual.

However, Amuro Tooru and his team discovered through their keen observation and professional reconnaissance skills that the place was actually heavily guarded with numerous hidden sentries.

Those sentries were hidden in every corner, like venomous snakes lurking in the darkness, ready to strike at any moment.

Amuro Tooru and his team cautiously approached the base. Using various advanced reconnaissance equipment and clever camouflage, they successfully evaded the enemy's notice and gradually figured out the layout of the base and the patterns of personnel movement.

They discovered that this outpost was not only responsible for transmitting important intelligence related to the energy hub, but also involved in the production and distribution of totems, making it an important activity center for the "Apocalyptic Order" in the region.

Amuro Tooru was well aware of the importance of this base. After careful planning and preparation to ensure that nothing went wrong, he led his team to launch a surprise attack like a divine army descending from the sky.

The battle was extremely fierce, with the members of the "Apocalypse Order" putting up a stubborn resistance by taking advantage of the complex terrain and strong fortifications within their stronghold.

They were well-equipped and highly trained, and each of them guarded the stronghold with a fanatical fervor, as if they had been brainwashed.

The fortifications within the stronghold were like an impregnable fortress, making the raid extremely difficult.

However, Amuro Tooru and his comrades were equally well-trained and coordinated. With their superb combat skills and tenacious fighting will, they engaged in a fierce battle with the enemy.

In the fierce firefight, bullets flew everywhere and smoke filled the air, turning the entire stronghold into a sea of ​​fire.

Amuro Tooru was agile, nimbly weaving through the hail of bullets like a ghost, accurately striking the enemy.

The team members were fearless. They cooperated with each other, some drawing enemy fire and risking their lives to create opportunities for their teammates; others sought out the enemy's weak points to break through. With their perseverance and outstanding combat capabilities, they advanced step by step.

After a fierce battle, they finally captured the stronghold and seized a large number of documents and materials related to the "Apocalypse Order" plan.

These documents and materials are like keys, providing important clues to unravel the mystery of the "Apocalyptic Order's" conspiracy.

Meanwhile, another team, under Amuro Tooru's arrangement, successfully infiltrated a high-tech company that had financial ties with the "Cult of Apocalypse".

On the surface, this company is engaged in normal scientific and technological research and development, but in reality, it is secretly developing dangerous energy amplifiers for the "Apocalypse Cult".

With the help of company employees, the team members carefully bypassed the company's security system and infiltrated the energy amplifier research and development laboratory.

The laboratory was filled with all sorts of advanced instruments and equipment, gleaming with a mysterious light.

The team members carefully studied the structure and development progress of the energy amplifier and found some key components.

Without triggering any alarms, they acted decisively, using specialized tools to successfully destroy these critical components, thus delaying the development of the energy amplifier.