Out-of-control players in the world of Detective Conan

A crow?

This is a bit ominous. It seems like this place must be hell.

Perhaps seeing that Shuichi Akai was looking at him, the crow cawed once and then flapped its wings and flew away.

"you're awake?"

Shuichi Akai was looking up at the crow when a clear voice suddenly came from behind him.

Shuichi Akai tensed up suddenly.

Although the lighting here is rather dim, you can still see the surrounding environment clearly at a glance.

But he clearly didn't see anyone just now!

No, since I'm already dead and in hell, it doesn't seem like a big deal that the dead in hell can teleport or become invisible.

"Excuse me, who are you?"

Shuichi Akai turned around.

Before me stood a young man in a black suit, leaning on a black cane.

The young man's appearance was rather ordinary; he might be difficult to spot in a crowd.

But the young man's sharp eyes and high, hooked nose were unforgettable.

"quack--"

The crow that had just flown away returned at some point and landed on the young man's shoulder.

"Who am I?"

The young man patted the crow's head, considered for a moment, and then said with a smile:

"Just call me Karasuma Renya."

Karasuma Renya?

Shuichi Akai's name always sounded familiar.

But now, upon closer reflection, his confused mind cannot find the answer.

"So, Mr. Karasuma, are you now taking me to hell?"

"Hell? Hahahaha."

Karasuma Renya's sense of humor was rather strange; he laughed out loud upon hearing Akai Shuichi's words.

“Shuichi Akai, you’re not dead yet.”

I'm not dead?

Shuichi Akai raised an eyebrow, looking somewhat puzzled.

The pain of a bullet piercing the chest and the burns from flames on the body.

Thinking of this, Shuichi Akai felt another dull ache in response to his nerves.

"Let's skip the hellish jokes; how could I possibly survive in that state?"

"And if I really didn't die, how did my wounds heal?"

Karasuma Renya smiled, his sharp eyes fixed on Akai Shuichi, making the latter feel a chill run down his spine for no apparent reason.

"That's strange. Your wound healed so quickly, it shouldn't be the first time. Why are you still suspicious?"

"……what?"

Shuichi Akai's face stiffened.

To be able to say that one's body recovered so quickly... could this person be...?

"Are you part of another organization behind Qi Ming?"

I already know that the Twin Towers in Nishitama City is a trap.

If Miyano Akemi's handwriting was imitated by Qi Ming, then it was Qi Ming who cured her back then.

The only person with this ability is the organization behind Qi Ming!

"Is that what another organization is thinking? But that's not surprising."

Karasuma Renya raised an eyebrow and murmured softly.

"If I had had other options at the time, I might have thought the same way."

"However, this excuse can be used..."

"What are you talking about?"

Shuichi Akai looked at Renya Karasuma.

Although the other person was just having a normal conversation with him, the other person's dark aura made him feel somewhat oppressed.

If Qi Ming's aura was hidden, then the aura of the person in front of him was practically leaking out at all times.

"Don't worry about it, it's just an old person being sentimental."

Karasuma Renya waved his hand and said.

elder?

Shuichi Akai raised an eyebrow.

"Since you saved me, there must be a condition, right? What do you need me to do?"

“Talking to smart people is simple.”

Karasuma Renya smiled, extended his hand to Akai Shuichi, and his eyes became deep and unfathomable.

"I want you to join us."

"to join you guys?"

Karasuma Renya nodded, withdrew his hand, rested his hands on his cane again, and said calmly.

“That’s right. I’m sure you know what kind of abilities Madeira has. You guys are no match for him right now.”

"..."

Shuichi Akai did not reply immediately. After pondering for a few seconds, he slowly asked:

"Isn't Madeira a member of your organization? According to what you just said, are you planning to deal with him?"

"Yes."

Karasuma Renya nodded.

“Madera has escaped our control; now we are his enemies.”

Shuichi Akai observed Renya Karasuma's expression; the other party did not seem to be faking it.

Furthermore, judging from Karasuma Renya's statement...

The technology they possess, and the incomprehensible power they have, could not have been acquired in a short period of time.

However, they remained low-key and never made any moves.

And it was only after Qi Ming's birth that I learned about them...

"So your true intention wasn't to use Madeira to demonstrate your strength?"

Karasuma Renya did not answer, but instead gave Akai Shuichi a smile.

Upon seeing this, Shuichi Akai immediately confirmed his guess.

"...But I belong to the FBI, and my pride will not allow me to betray them."

Upon hearing the word "betrayal," a dark glint flashed in Karasuma Renya's eyes.

"It's nothing, just the FBI. Do you think we'd take it to heart?"

...That's quite an arrogant tone.

However, Shuichi Akai sensed that the other party had the confidence to say those words.

If Qi Ming, a mere individual, can accomplish so much, then if their entire organization were to come out of seclusion, who knows...

No, since the other party chose to recruit him, and Qi Ming has been at large for so long, it means that Qi Ming's overall strength is actually greater than that of an organization?

Shuichi Akai dared not think about it any further; the more he thought about it, the more terrified he became.

A moment later, Shuichi Akai exhaled a breath of stale air.

He looked at Karasuma Renya and said:

"I'm willing to join you, but I need you to promise me one thing."

Karasuma Renya nodded with a faint smile.

"But it doesn't matter."

"We must not lay a hand on Shiho Miyano."

Shu Akai kept his eyes fixed on Renya Karasuma and openly uttered the name Shiho Miyano.

Qi Ming left their organization, and Shiho Miyano followed him, which means that his previous idea was wrong.

The one protecting Shiho Miyano is not them; she is still Qi Ming.

"Miyano...Shiho."

What Shuichi Akai didn't see was that Renya Karasuma's lips suddenly twitched.

That doesn't quite match his current aloof demeanor.

"Okay, I agree to your terms."

Shuichi Akai lowered his head and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He joined them not because he trusted the people in front of him or the forces behind them.

Instead, Shuichi Akai always felt that some kind of bomb had been planted on him while he was unconscious.

If I refuse, his brain might explode.

Although I can accept death with equanimity, it would certainly be better to live.

"I've sent you my contact information. I'll let you know if I need your help in the future."

"Uh-huh?"

Shuichi Akai looked up and replied, but the person who had just appeared in front of him had vanished without a trace.

Only two black feathers slowly fell from the sky.