Isn't it very scientific to use the Death Note to kill people?

Vodka clicked his tongue, and then, after hearing the call switch to recording mode, he spoke somewhat impatiently:

"You should be there, right?"

"Answer me quickly, we already know you're in the villa right now. Answer the phone, Mr. Itakura."

Mr. Itakura, also known as Itakura Taku.

This name, Hayashi Yoshiki, should naturally seem familiar.

The other party was a software engineer who was approached by both Tequila and Vermouth, who asked him to develop software that could affect the well-being of all mankind.

Originally, Itakura Taku was forced to obey the brewery due to their oppressive power.

But when the software was halfway through its development, due to his deteriorating eyesight and considering the software's impact on all of humanity, he decided to abandon the deal with the brewery and run away... but he ended up getting caught up in a murder and died.

During the investigation, Conan realized his connection with the liquor company and devised a plan to obtain Itakura Suguru's diary, thus learning about his transaction with the liquor company that night.

"Sounds like it's related to tonight's mission?"

Lin Jiashu asked casually.

Gin didn't respond, but after Vodka urged him a few times, Conan in the villa finally made up his mind and risked picking up the phone.

Unaware that Itakura Taku was dead, Vodka had no doubt about the voice disguised as Itakura Taku's. With Conan's careful handling, the two parties changed the transaction time from midnight the following night to 4 a.m.

"Brother, that guy said he finally managed to get an appointment with a famous cardiologist and is going to be admitted to the hospital tomorrow, so he wants to change the transaction time to 4 a.m. later."

"..."

Gin remained silent for a moment, expressionless, before saying, "Then four in the morning."

His cautious nature might have led him to discover something amiss, but the software developed by Itakura Taku was crucial, so he still had to make the trip.

Gin then looked at Yoshiki Hayashi.

"At four in the morning, is it just to make a deal with someone?"

Lin Jiashu glanced at the time and realized it was only a little past ten o'clock. After hesitating for a moment, he replied, "Although I don't really want to go, it is an important mission after all..."

"We'll come find you at three o'clock."

"OK."

Lin Jiashu slowly drank half of his mojito before leaving with the invitation.

Vodka watched his departing figure with some caution.

This task didn't require Cointreau at all.

The eldest brother inexplicably wants to include Jundu; is he trying to help him gain experience?

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Earlier, Professor Agasa's address

Conan rushed here from the Mouri Detective Agency, and the first thing he asked was whether Ai Haibara was there.

"You mean Ai? She just went out, I think she went to Mr. Lin's place."

"At this time?"

"Yeah, she said she was going to deliver medicine... Shinichi, what do you need her for?"

"No, it would be better if Haibara weren't here."

Conan gave a stern smile and took out a floppy disk, saying, "Here's a floppy disk. I need to borrow your computer, Professor, to take a look at its contents."

The incident involving Itakura Taku occurred a few days before this trip to Kyoto.

When Conan got the floppy disk, he planned to crack it and see what was inside, but the request from Kyoto came quickly and took Kogoro Mouri, along with him and Ran, to Kyoto.

Chapter 305: Ai Delivering Medicine

After taking a taxi back to Mihana Second Apartment, when Lin Jiashu arrived at his apartment building by elevator, he saw a petite figure standing in front of his door.

A girl with short, wavy, brown hair.

She was carrying a small bag and stood there quietly.

If it weren't for the sound of the elevator doors opening, which caught her attention, she would have seemed to be standing in the hallway staring blankly outside.

"Ai?"

"I've come to bring you your medicine."

Her youthful yet intelligent voice possesses a certain wisdom, which is part of Ai Haibara's charm.

"Why didn't you call me?" Lin Jiashu stepped forward and unlocked the door with his key.

"I only realized my phone was dead when I came out."

Ai Haibara answered honestly.

After school today, she bought various materials, processed and prepared the medicine, and then rushed to Lin Jiashu's place.

Who knew the phone was out of battery, and no one answered the door after I rang the doorbell.

"You could actually ring the doorbell next door."

This is probably the first time Ai Haibara has heard that Eri Kisaki lives next door to Yoshiki Hayashi.

Even if she knew, she probably wouldn't press it.

After following Hayashi Yoshiki into the house, Ai Haibara took out a small jar from her bag.

"This is a medicated ointment I made. You only need to apply it twice a day. It won't leave scars."

"Is this all the way for a little kid like you to make this trip in the middle of the night?"

"I'm not really a child."

Ai Haibara stated this very seriously, and then added, "And of course, it's best to use ointments as soon as possible."

Hearing her say that, Lin Jiashu simply patted her head.

Then, in front of Ai Haibara, he applied the ointment.

"Thank you."

"It's nothing, just to save you from worrying about unnecessary things."

Are you referring to my worries about not being able to find a girlfriend?

Lin Jiashu smiled and leaned down in front of Haibara Ai.

Because of his action, Ai Haibara could better perceive the difference in their body sizes.

She immediately fell silent.

"I want to go back."

"If you go back to Professor Agasa's house, he's not here right now."

"?"

Ai Haibara looked puzzled.

Lin Jiashu said with a smile, "He went to Gunma Prefecture with Conan."

"Why? And how do you know?"

"secret."

Ignoring Ai Haibara's sullen expression, Lin Jiashu went to the water dispenser, filled a glass of water, and said, "If you don't believe me, you can call Professor Agasa's house now and ask if you want to stay here tonight. I'll take you back tomorrow."

"...Then I'll call back and check first."

Ai Haibara hesitated for a moment, then went straight to the landline and dialed Professor Agasa's house.

There was no answer to the call for a long time, and then it automatically switched to the recording session.

...Then I'll stay.

Although Ai Haibara herself didn't know what she was staying behind for.

Lin Jiashu glanced at the time.

22:41 minutes

Given Gin's punctual nature, if he said he would come at 3 a.m., he would come exactly at 3 a.m.

You can make some preparations in advance.


Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

In the early morning, Ai Haibara groggily opened her eyes on the guest bed.

She woke up inexplicably.

It was very quiet outside the window, which was completely covered by curtains; it was clear that there was still a long time before dawn.

"..."

When Ai Haibara clutched a corner of the brand-new bed sheet with her small hands to cover half of her face, she felt a strong sense of security amidst her distress.

Jundu, are you already asleep?

Although it was a somewhat unfamiliar environment, she felt an incredible sense of security here.

Even though she couldn't fall asleep, the feeling of being able to completely empty her mind during this quiet and peaceful time, without having to think about anything, made her feel very comfortable.

She revealed a faint smile from beneath the sheets.

Meanwhile, Lin Jiashu had already arrived at the bottom of the apartment building.

An inconspicuous black sedan drove up, and when the window rolled down, Vodka's face was revealed.

"The timing is perfect."

Lin Jiashu sat in the back seat without hesitation.

Vodka slowly pressed the accelerator, and the car quickly drove forward.

"The snow was really heavy in the middle of the night."

He muttered to himself.

"So, what are we going to trade?" Lin Jiashu asked.

"A system of AI logic algorithms."

Gin sat in the passenger seat with his hands in his pockets.

"It sounds somewhat similar to previous artificial intelligence."

"Humph"

A shadow crossed Gin's eyes when Noah's Ark was mentioned.

All the planning and expectations we had put in were ultimately for nothing, and we almost lost our lives there.

However, Vodka, who was still driving, answered Lin Jiashu's question: "It can't be compared to the artificial intelligence from last time. What we need to have that guy develop is a logic algorithm that is used in human gene programming."

"..."

"The organization has been committed to developing drugs that modify and improve the human genome. Although it has achieved remarkable results, it is indeed a very large project."

Even though the side effects of APTX4869 are still unclear, as the head of the action group, Gin is still very clear about the general direction of many projects in the organization.

The information he and Vodka revealed made Hayashi Yoshiki fully understand what the organization wanted Itakura Taku to develop.

An AI logic algorithm system applied to human gene programming.

The organization might want this because the development of drugs like APTX4869 has encountered technical bottlenecks at the human genetic level.

It is important to know that the human gene pool is extremely large, and the gene arrangement is growing exponentially. If we can use AI algorithms to deduce and arrange the best combinations in the human gene pool, and then improve the development of APTX4869 and other similar drugs, it would indeed be of great benefit to the organization.

It's no wonder that Taku Itakura eventually said that "for the sake of the well-being of all mankind," he chose to abandon the development of this system.

The car slowly drove towards the agreed destination.

During this time, Gin took out his phone and began giving instructions.

After what happened at the pharmaceutical factory on Noah's Ark, he, who was already highly vigilant, naturally had to be even more cautious when carrying out important missions.

"Have they all gotten there yet?"