The Phantom Thief of Heart! But Conan.

Faced with Conan's serious expression, Tang Ze took a little effort to control his smile, and the expression on his face naturally transitioned to a state of embarrassment.

"I don't think this kind of question is a good one, right? Although, if I were to ask it, he might answer truthfully..."

"Not good? He should be the most convenient channel for us to learn about the current situation of the organization." Conan frowned and asked in confusion.

He knew that Tang Ze had been able to live peacefully with so many secrets until now, and that this must have been secretly coordinated by Goro Akechi or even other members of the organization who had been affected by the experiments. Even if Tang Ze had not communicated with them about this, a tacit understanding would still exist.

As the most direct observer, Mingzhi needs to get information and research results from Tang Ze regularly to appease the organization. In exchange, it is also a fair deal to let the other party provide some intelligence about the organization...

"That's right, but there are great risks in doing so. He is now pretending to obey but secretly disobeying the organization, and he is already taking a great risk by letting it go right under the organization's nose. I'm not sure if he can provide more information. He is still a minor and has only been in Tokyo for a short time. He is likely still under the organization's surveillance." Tang Ze gave a clear and logical reason, "Even if we ignore all subjective emotions, if he arouses the organization's suspicion because of his unauthorized actions, then the current balance will have to be broken."

Conan followed his logic and thought about it carefully, and could only conclude that Tang Ze's concerns were correct.

Goro Akechi is indeed a nuisance, with the lingering shadow of the organization, but he is already the best solution at this stage.

Once the organization becomes suspicious of him because of his unauthorized actions and replaces him with someone else to be the monitor, Tang Ze's situation will definitely be squeezed even more severely.

As for whether the organization will notice the wise self-assertion...

Considering that hosts like Rena Mizunashi who are active in the public eye have close ties with the organization, it is hard to say.

Perhaps, Mingzhi's high-profile behavior is also a disguise to confuse the organization's sight...

Seeing that Conan was really stumped by what he said, Tang Ze rolled his eyes and breathed a sigh of relief: "Of course, the situation may not be so pessimistic. Don't underestimate the importance of my parents' research. He can continue to hand in information, which will definitely improve his position in the organization. Maybe he can reveal some information to us... But this question cannot be asked by me."

Conan opened his eyes wide and was about to refute this statement, saying that if it wasn't for Karasawa, the information provided by Goro Akechi wouldn't be so credible. However, seeing Karasawa's serious expression, he had to swallow his words.

"Although he is a bit annoying, you and Hattori probably don't like him, and although I have complicated feelings about him, I know that he may have done many things in secret that are enough to be charged with serious crimes, and his help and favoritism towards me may be largely an illusion caused by drugs..." Tang Ze sighed, half acting and half seriously, "But he is my friend after all. As long as I still regard him as a friend, I shouldn't push him into such an embarrassing situation."

Since Goro Akechi does not really exist, and whoever plays Kumail is actually equivalent to Karasawa himself, some of his words are empty talk, but Karasawa's attitude is very serious.

When working as a special agent, Tang Ze has faced many similar scenarios. In daily situations that do not involve fundamental interests, even the most vicious criminals will show their warm and humane side. In fact, because everyone is a community of interests with their heads tied to the belt, the unity and warmth experienced in it are sometimes more profound than those of ordinary friends and groups.

At that time, he could use and collect intelligence without hesitation at all costs. That was because no matter how he disguised and acted, he knew very well that all the people he faced were enemies, enemies who should be fought against with all efforts. Once his true identity was exposed, their efforts to eliminate him would be much more crazy than what he did.

But now he is not in that environment after all.

Even when facing Vermouth who has a different stance, Tangze is willing to show some tenderness without violating his stance. If there really is a guy as contradictory as Kumail in the world, Tangze's choice will be the same as it is now.

Of course, when everything is settled, he will still hand the other party over to the police station with tears in his eyes.

This is almost the ending he designed for Vermouth, but out of respect for Vermouth's own wishes, the methods and approaches may be slightly changed.

"You guy..." Conan was a little breathless. Seeing Tang Ze's expression of not allowing any arguments, he didn't know what to say. "I really don't know whether to say that you are kind or that you..."

He should be called cold.

Although it is impossible for Conan to end up in Goro Akechi's situation, if you just imagine it, you will feel that this kind of warmth before everyone knows that they are destined to be on opposite sides is like hospice care. It is indeed warm, but also cruel.

"After all, people are subjective. Don't sigh at me. Anyone in this position will be in a dilemma. Don't you have a moment of sympathy for the criminal, detective?" Tang Ze narrowed his eyes and showed a hint of smile, "Can you guarantee that you can be a bright and righteous detective without any selfishness, and will not waver or hesitate at all?"

I am your true friend, but also your opponent with a completely different approach. Sometimes, I am even a sinner with radical means.

How will you react, little detective, when you find out what the real me has done?

Conan was stunned, feeling that there was something else behind what Tang Ze said.

He was just about to ask further questions and get answers to his questions, but Tang Ze had already stood up and waved his hand.

"Okay, that's enough of the serious talk. If you're really curious about Akechi's situation, why don't you go find out for yourself? Hearing is believing, seeing is believing. You still have to figure it out for yourself. That's what detectives do. Okay, aren't Hattori and the others going out to enjoy the cherry blossoms? Why don't you come with them?"

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"The cherry blossoms are so beautiful!" Yuanshan Kazuha stood in the falling cherry blossom snow and clapped her hands excitedly, "The Sakura Festival is also very lively! It's a good choice to come here. Thank you for your advice, Xiaolan!"

"Hey, I'm the one who drove you here with great effort." Maori Kogoro pointed at his nose, looking dissatisfied. "You suddenly came to my house and said that you were invited to a variety show and asked me to stay here for a few days. You suddenly flew here from Osaka... You really don't consider how much trouble you bring to others."

"Yes, yes, thank you for your hard work, Dad." Mao Lilan pulled her father's arm and stroked his hair soothingly, "Thank goodness you saved up money to buy an SUV, otherwise it would be inconvenient to send so many people here."

"Yes, thank you, uncle!" Yuanshan Heye also hurriedly pulled his other arm and thanked him with full emotional value, "Your cooking is getting better and better, it's amazing."

Maori Kogoro's irritable mood was successfully soothed by his daughter's caring praise, and he breathed a sigh of relief: "This is more like it..."

After saying that, he sideways looked at the stall on the other side.

"Unlike some guys who don't know how to be grateful, not only don't understand adults, but also want to come to see the flowers, but eat first."

The two girls followed his gaze and saw Hattori Heiji and Conan gathered in front of the dango stall, eating with soy flour all over the corners of their mouths.

"What the hell are you two doing..." Toyama Kazuha's eyebrows suddenly twisted. This guy said something nice, like he would bring her to Tokyo, so they could see the cherry blossoms and relax by the river covered with flower petals. It was so romantic, but when he really came over, he just ate and ate...

She had no reason to expect anything from this guy!

Hattori Heiji, with his mouth stuffed with dango and cheeks bulging, was also very unconvinced and replied vaguely: "Hey, hey, why are you talking about the two of us? It's obvious that he eats the most!"

Hattori Heiji pointed at Karasawa, who had no marks on his face but was holding a whole box of dango in his hand, and felt very upset.

He felt that ever since Kazuha came to Tokyo at the request of Karasawa, his childhood sweetheart had some kind of strange filter towards Karasawa, and was no longer as straightforward and rude as she was to other high school boys.

Of course he knew that Tang Ze was well aware of his situation and would not deliberately cause trouble for him. Instead, he had been providing him with advice in this regard and was a very competent best friend. However, he still felt a little unhappy.

Tang Ze chewed quickly and swallowed the glutinous rice ball in his mouth, revealing a confused expression: "Ah? What's wrong? Did I eat a lot?"

Yuanshan Heye looked at the box that Tang Ze had just opened, and then looked at the bamboo stick in his hand. It seemed that he had just bitten off a dumpling. He shook his head quickly: "How could it be. Ignore them, they are just two idiots who only know how to eat..."

Watching Tang Ze quickly finish a whole box, Hattori Heiji, who had already opened the second box, raised his eyebrows.

It was obvious that this guy was eating very fast and enjoying the food so much, with an expression that he was savoring it endlessly, so he couldn't help but buy one to try. Now it seemed that he was the one who didn't understand the world and only cared about eating and drinking.

This guy Tang Ze is really good at pretending!

"It's normal. We're still growing, so it's reasonable for us to want to eat more." Tang Ze calmly stuffed another dango into his mouth. "But you, Hattori, really gave the contract to Mr. Amuro to negotiate. You trust him quite a bit."

The program team has been formed, and now they just have to wait for all the guests to arrive and discuss issues such as treatment and program details, so Tang Ze simply took a break from his busy schedule and went shopping with them.

Of course, according to Tang Ze's experience, this is not necessarily a slackoff. It would not be surprising for such a group to encounter any kind of case walking on the street.

"The main reason is that I have no experience in this area." Hattori Heiji spread his hands, "He sounds so confident, so I'll ask him for help."

"Even if he sells you and Akechi together, you don't mind?" Tang Ze raised his eyebrows. "Don't be fooled by Mr. Amuro's usual easy-going appearance. He is definitely a profiteer in this regard, right? He will not miss this good opportunity to increase commercial value and bargaining chips."

Hearing Tang Ze's hypothesis, Hattori Heiji's thick black eyebrows twisted and twitched. Obviously, he still couldn't accept the fact that he was sold together with Akechi Goro.

But in the end, a little beyond Tang Ze's expectations, Hattori Heiji controlled his emotions, his face was heavy, but he finally nodded.

"It's up to him. I can't see it anyway, and it can't be reflected in external publicity."

Just pretend you don't know. There are eight out of ten things in life that are not satisfactory. Just make do with it...

"Oh, what a surprise. Don't you hate Mingzhi very much?" Tang Ze raised his eyebrows, showing a little genuine surprise.

Given Hattori Heiji's competitive nature, he would only be convinced by Kudo Shinichi. But even so, he would probably be unhappy if someone always compared him with Kudo Shinichi.

Although he is indeed the antonym of Goro Akechi, he is not so broad-minded, right?

"How come...was my expression really that obvious? Never mind." Hattori Heiji pressed his baseball cap and curled his lips. "I don't like him, but since even he can accept Mr. Amuro Toru's invitation because he trusts you, if I can't do that, wouldn't it seem that I don't trust you as much as he does? How could I lose to that guy?"

Oh, I see. So Toru Amuro used the method of provoking the enemy, right? He really used it to deal with this unconvinced tank brother.

Tang Ze was a little bit amused, but he patted Hattori Heiji's shoulder gratefully.

It's a bit awkward to say, but the real meaning of this matter is that because Hattori Heiji trusts him, he trusts his current guardian and is willing to accept his advice.

He acted so sincere that Tang Ze felt a little embarrassed to continue lying.

With such emotion in his heart, Tang Ze continued with the previous topic: "Don't be like this, it makes me very stressed. Before I came to Tokyo, Mr. Amuro and I had never met before, and I only spent a short time with him. Whether he is trustworthy or not, you still have to judge for yourself after meeting him, don't let me interfere with you."

Hattori Heiji glanced at him sideways, his face full of disbelief.

Really? From what I've seen, the way you usually talk to Amuro Toru isn't like this...

Just as he was about to continue pulling it down, he heard a series of urgent calls from the side.

"Detective, the guy in front is the famous detective I know, right?"

Hattori Heiji, Conan, and Maori Kogoro, who was looking through amulets and windmills with his daughter, all turned around.

But they saw a young man dressed as a monk walking quickly up to them, walking straight through several people as if he didn't notice anything, and grabbing a young man who was buying something on the other side of the street.

Just by looking at the familiar back, without having to see the face, Hattori Heiji realized who that was, and his eyebrows twitched for a while.

It’s true that you shouldn’t say bad things about people behind their backs, because whatever you say will come true.

By the way, isn't it intentional that Goro Akechi always wears the same look? It seems like he's taking the brand effect to its extreme.

Apart from him, there are really few detectives who can be recognized by their backs and outlines... At least we have to see their front...