Become a Phantom Thief from the Comic World

"Welcome to the Iceberg Club, Mrs. Chandler."

"What do you want from me, Oswald?"

Mrs. Chandler took a deep breath, braved a straight face, and asked coldly.

"Don't be so rude, I never asked my men to catch you, I just asked them to invite you over."

Penguin still kept smiling and looked at Mrs. Chandler's chest.

"I have to say, you take good care of yourself. I remember that you are already over sixty years old this year, and you still look so young. It seems that the legends that the dragon egg ruby ​​necklace can beautify your skin are true."

Seeing the Penguin's eyes focused on her necklace, Mrs. Chandler's expression immediately changed.

"Save it, Oswald, I will never let you take it away from me!"

"You have really misunderstood me. I am a businessman, not a criminal. Why should I take away your most beloved necklace?"

Penguin shook his head helplessly and said with regret: "Mrs. Chandler, your necklace is one of the most famous treasures in Gotham, but it has never been exhibited. There are too many people who can only see it in the exhibition. Look at its true appearance in your imagination, don’t you think it’s such a pity?”

"what do you want to say in the end!"

Mrs. Chandler said coldly.

"I just think the people of Gotham deserve to see this gem of a city firsthand."

Penguin smiled slightly and said kindly: "So I decided to hold an exhibition soon. I hope you can agree to exhibit this dragon egg ruby ​​necklace."

Chapter 40 A 15-day large-scale exhibition

Gotham City Library, dining area.

While chatting with Barbara, Dean almost finished his cheese and beef roll set.

At this moment, the old-fashioned hanging TV in the restaurant that was playing The Big Bang Theory suddenly interrupted with a piece of news.

"This is Gotham Channel 7, I'm host Recy White, here's a news break."

"At this moment, the person being interviewed in front of us is one of the oldest families in Gotham, the contemporary mistress of the Chandler family - Mrs. Navidran Chandler. Just an hour ago, Chandler Mrs. Le has announced some exciting news!”

"She decided to put the 'Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace', an heirloom that has been passed down by the Chandler family for hundreds of years, on public display. This is the first time the Chandler family has agreed to display this necklace to the outside world!"

"It is rumored that this necklace is inlaid with a total of one hundred and thirty diamonds to set off the huge ruby ​​hanging on it. It is said that this gem has the magic power to keep people young forever. Many people think that people over sixty years old Mrs. Chandler is at least twenty years younger than she looks, thanks to wearing this necklace, the authenticity of which is unknown.”

When Dean heard this news break, his heart moved, and he looked up at the TV seemingly inadvertently.

Coincidentally, Barbara also turned her head to watch TV, and the two of them made exactly the same movements at the same time, maybe Barbara's movements were a little faster.

"Is this what they call girls who can't resist the temptation of jewelry?"

Dean thought to himself after glancing at the back of Barbara's head.

"It is worth mentioning that the Phantom Thief Kidd, who has been quite active in Gotham recently, has completed two consecutive crimes. Why did Mrs. Chandler decide to exhibit the 'Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace' at this time? Now please let us display the picture Cut to the interview scene."

On the TV, as soon as news host Recy White finished speaking, the TV screen changed to a square filled with people.

I saw Mrs. Chandler surrounded by dozens of reporters, and the flashbulbs came on.

"Mrs. Chandler, you have always been opposed to the public display of the 'Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace', and now you suddenly take the initiative. What is the reason that made you change your attitude?"

A blond female reporter who was very familiar to Dean squeezed into the front row, raised the microphone and asked Mrs. Chandler a question.

This female reporter is none other than Vicki Weir.

She is indeed Gotham's most famous celebrity reporter. She can be seen on the front line of almost every hot-button event in Gotham.

"There's no particular reason, it's just that as I get older, a lot of the obsessions I had when I was young have made sense now."

Mrs. Chandler's expression was normal, her expression was very calm, as if these were really what she was saying.

"The 'Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace' is not only an heirloom of the Chandler family, but also a treasure that belongs to the entire Gotham. Although I cannot donate it to the museum against the will of my ancestors, I think all the people of Gotham have seen it with their own eyes. Take a look right at this gem.”

"So-" An imperceptible strangeness flashed in Mrs. Chandler's eyes, but she quickly covered it up.

“I decided to jointly fund a grand exhibition with the Cobot family at the Natural History Museum. The exhibition will start from March 1st and last until the 15th, and all tickets will be sold at a 30% discount during the exhibition. "

As soon as this statement came out, the whole place was in an uproar.

There is nothing wrong with an exhibition that lasts for half a month. There is nothing wrong with paying for a 30% discount on tickets. There is nothing wrong with choosing the venue at the Museum of Natural History.

But with the Cobot family co-investing, the problem is not as big as usual.

The Copot family is also an old aristocracy in Gotham. It once had a higher status than the Chandler family. Unfortunately, its former glory is long gone. Today, the Copot family has withered away, and only Oswald is left in the family. ·Cobot alone.

Everyone knows that he has another identity, an identity that is terrifying.

Penguin.

Why does Penguin co-fund the exhibition with the Chandler family?

"Mrs. Chandler, Oswald Cobblepot is currently under investigation by relevant departments for suspected underground money laundering. If you are cooperating with him now, aren't you afraid that something unexpected will happen?"

Vicki continued to ask.

Mrs. Chandler glanced at her lightly and said: "Please be careful with your words, Miss Reporter. I only know that there is no evidence to prove that Cobot was involved in money laundering. If you continue to say such irresponsible things, If so, I will ask the security guard to ask you out."

"Okay, if you insist, then I apologize for what I said before, and if you can, please answer my last question."

Seeing the other party's attitude, Vicky's eyes flickered and she finally asked: "Mrs. Chandler, have you heard of Kaitou Kidd? This is a gem thief who has been active in Gotham recently. Aren't you worried about Kaitou Kidd?" Are you eyeing your necklace?"

"I know this thief, but I am not afraid of him. I am very confident in the future security work of the exhibition."

Mrs. Chandler said with a confident expression.

"The above is the entire content of the news. Thank you for watching. I am the host Recy White. Please look forward to our next show. I will report the latest news to you at any time."

At this point, the news broadcast ends and the TV starts playing The Big Bang Theory again on a loop.

After reading the news, Dean fell into thinking.

Jointly hold an exhibition with Penguin? Is this some kind of joke of the century?

Unless that Mrs. Chandler is an old fool, she wouldn't be able to cooperate with the Penguin no matter how hard she thinks.

The only possibility is that Penguin forced her to display the necklace in public.

But the question is, why would Penguin do this? If he wanted the necklace, he could just snatch it away or buy it. This would be too easy for him.

What good does it do the Penguin to merely display a priceless gemstone necklace in public?

"It seems that this is a drunkard who is not interested in drinking..."

Dean thought silently in his mind.

"Hey, Dean, can I call you Dean? I suddenly remembered that I have some important work to do, so I have to go first."

At this time, Barbara suddenly told Dean that she had something urgent, and then ran away without a trace.

Dean saw that her face seemed a little anxious, so he didn't think much about it. Besides, he also had an "urgent matter" now.

On the other side, the Iceberg Club.

Penguin watched the news on TV simultaneously, with a satisfied smile on his face.

"Are you so sure that Kaitou Kidd will be fooled so obviously?"

In the shadow of the corner, a figure loomed.

"Hmph, no one in Gotham would be fooled like this...but I'm sure he will come!"

Penguin smiled coldly and said decisively.

"It doesn't matter. As long as you kill Kaitou Kidd, you can get half a million, right? I just want to know this."

The figures in the corner gradually disappeared.

"The Burning Phantom Thief...maybe it will be a good work."

Again, brothers, if you have any questions or feel unhappy about something, just say it outright and don’t delete the book.

Chapter 41 The Third Notice Letter

Wayne Manor, Batcave.

Batgirl drove in on a Batbike.

At the same time, Alfred was discussing something with Dick here.

"Hey! Ah Fu, Elf Boots, it seems I came at the right time. What are you talking about?"

Barbara took off her helmet and greeted the two of them.

"Welcome back, Miss Gordon."

Alfred smiled as warmly as ever.

"Hey Barbara, are you still tracking the escaped Firefly?"

Dick replied and then asked.

"Not for the time being. I still haven't found Firefly's whereabouts. This is very unusual. In a city as big as Gotham, it's impossible for him to be active outside without leaving any clues. Someone must have hidden him."

"Who would hide a psychotic pyromaniac when they have nothing to do?"

Hearing this, Dick touched his chin and said to himself.

Barbara shook her head and said: "I don't have a clue yet. There are too many suspects, and the search is endless."

"So...you came here today to prepare?"

Dick gave Barbara a strange look. Considering that her identity as the director's daughter and her job as a librarian required confidentiality, Barbara usually would not come to the Batcave unless there were special circumstances.

"Well, I saw some interesting news not long ago..."

Barbara recounted the news content she had seen before and added her own conjectures.

"Joining an exhibition with Penguin? This idea is really stupid. Even if Mrs. Chandler is really old and confused, she wouldn't be able to make such a decision. There is definitely something fishy involved!"

"I think this is probably the Penguin's behind-the-scenes instigation. He wants to use the exhibition to attract someone's attention."

Barbara said confidently, "If my guess is correct, this is a trap set by Penguin for Phantom Thief Kidd. In order to retaliate against Phantom Thief Kidd for destroying his money laundering business, the Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace is just a bait. "

After listening to Barbara's words, Dick's expression suddenly became strange.

"Since when did you become so interested in Kaitou Kidd? Didn't I tell you not to get involved in this matter?"

Dick looked Barbara up and down, his eyes wary.

"But I remember you vowed last time that if I saw Kaitou Kidd with my own eyes, I would know what he is capable of. I really want to meet this Kaitou Kidd now."

Barbara shrugged and raised the corners of her mouth: "And you have already missed Kaitou Kidd twice. The Penguin is likely to make a big splash this time. I think it is necessary to give you some help." .”

"So if Kaitou Kidd really wants to take action on the 'Dragon Egg Ruby Necklace', then I will get involved."

At this time, Alfred next to him interrupted and said, "Miss Gordon, it's great that you are willing to cooperate with Master Richard. We were discussing this matter just now."

"How can you make decisions on your own? Afu, Barbara and I have a clear division of labor. Phantom Thief Kidd is mine! She only needs to take care of the neighborhood she is responsible for."

Dick said urgently, curling his lips in displeasure.

"Wow, it's so rare to see you so emotional. Where is our quick-witted magical boy?"

Barbara exaggeratedly covered her mouth with her hands, her eyes widened in surprise.

"Humph!"

Dick snorted and turned away.

Barbara was amazed, turned to Alfred and said: "Are all adolescent boys like this? I can imagine how difficult it is for you, Ah Fu."

"Haha~"

Alfred smiled mysteriously.

"Sometimes, Master Richard will do some behaviors that give me a headache, but compared to the previous Master Bruce, he is already a very well-behaved child."

Upon hearing this, Barbara's eyes lit up instantly and she immediately asked: "What has Bruce done before?"

Dick on the side still kept his head turned and sulking posture, but his ears moved obviously.

Seeing that both children wanted to hear old stories so much, Alfred began to reminisce.

"When Master Bruce was fifteen years old, he..."

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