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

Some time before Qi Ming went to the base.

To be more specific, it should be some time before the car accident caused by Qi Ming occurred.

A yellow convertible sports car was driving slowly down the street.

After all, this is the city center. Even if this car costs millions and can only accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in two seconds, it still has to keep up with the slow, cheap second-hand minivan in front of it.

The car owner seemed to realize that people outside the street were looking at him, so he closed the roof and windows.

She took off her sunglasses, lit a cigarette, and habitually glanced at the rearview mirror, where her beautiful yet dangerous eyes were reflected.

This woman is none other than Vermouth.

"Now it should be completely confirmed... we've found you!"

Seeing the van ahead with its brake lights on, Vermouth stopped at the congested intersection and took two photos from the woman's purse in the passenger seat.

Vermouth smiled slightly, then slowly closed the two photos together.

The bottom one belongs to Shinichi Kudo, while the one visible on the surface belongs to Conan Edogawa.

After her conversation with Qi Ming that day, Vermouth began investigating Conan Edogawa.

The investigation was not difficult; Vermouth obtained the clues in just half a day.

After all, considering what Qi Ming said that day, Conan Edogawa appeared after Shinichi Kudo died.

Through the news reports about Kogoro Mouri's rising fame and the photos of Kogoro Mouri and Conan together, Vermouth quickly confirmed Conan's identity.

He must be Shinichi Kudo who shrunk after being given medicine by Qi Ming that day.

For Qi Ming, the world's setting shouldn't include such a miraculous anti-aging drug.

But Vermouth, as a native "human-machine," completely believed it because she herself was a "victim" of that drug.

She looks no more than 29 years old, but who would have guessed that she is actually much older than that?

However, if Qi Ming knew, his title of "Grand Teacher Vermouth" would probably change to "Old Aunt Vermouth".

hum-

The phone rang, and Vermouth glanced at the name before answering.

"Meet at the base tonight."

Gin's voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Madeira's promotion has been approved, and that lord has decided to meet with him."

"Oh? The boss actually wants to see him?"

Vermouth was slightly surprised.

Just as she was about to ask about the specific arrangements for the evening meeting, the tires of the van in front of her suddenly started screeching violently.

what happened?

Vermouth glanced at the traffic light strangely. Wasn't it time to leave yet?

Before Vermouth could think any further, she saw a car waiting at the traffic light suddenly lurch forward and crash into a shop on the street.

Thick smoke billowed from the hood, and the driver, his head covered in blood, slumped over the steering wheel, his fate unknown.

"Have you had too much to drink? Wait a minute..."

Vermouth's expression changed as she realized that her car had also started to shake.

"what happened?"

Vermouth pressed the clutch and brake in confusion, but the vehicle seemed out of control and did not respond at all; even when she pressed the handbrake, the vehicle still could not stop.

"What's wrong on your end? What's that sound?"

Gin's voice came from the other end of the phone.

"No, I don't know, it's my car..."

boom!

With a roar, Vermouth's expression changed; her sports car had already gone out of control and was moving forward.

No, it wasn't just their own car; all the cars at the intersection simultaneously lost control and rushed forward!

"Damn it!"

Vermouth gritted her teeth and, taking advantage of the fact that the car hadn't fully picked up speed yet, decisively grabbed the handbag beside her, opened the door, and jumped out.

But the danger is not over yet.

Without giving Vermouth a moment to catch her breath, her pupils contracted, and what awaited her was several out-of-control cars crashing head-on into her!

……

After a while, when the sounds of the collision stopped, Vermouth emerged somewhat disheveled from behind the cargo box of an overturned truck.

She held her right arm, feeling a little irritated.

I reckon this arm will be useless for several days.

What kind of mess is this...?

"Vermouth! What are you doing?"

A cold voice came from Vermouth's handbag; it was from the still-on call with Gin.

Vermouth sighed deeply and took out her phone with her left hand.

"Oh dear, is this how you talk to a woman who has just been in a serious car accident?"

"Car accident?"

"That's right, a car accident, but this one is really strange, it's like someone was manipulating it..."

As Vermouth spoke, she inadvertently caught sight of a familiar figure not far away, and she said aloud without thinking:

"Madera?"

"Madera? What are you talking about?" Gin asked, puzzled.

“I said I saw Madeira here…”

Vermouth paused, and then she saw another person next to Madeira.

Conan Edogawa, or rather, Shinichi Kudo!

Gin didn't notice the odd tone in Vermouth's voice, and after a moment of silence, he spoke slowly.

"Tsk, he still likes to do these meaningless things. Ignore him. Just remember to come over tonight."

"I'm sorry, Gin, I probably can't make it today. My car broke down, and I got a little injured earlier, so I need to take care of it."

"……what ever."

Gin hung up the phone, and Vermouth once again stared intently at Qi Ming and Conan not far away.

She didn't have time to think about how Qi Ming had done all this; she just wanted to know what Qi Ming wanted to do to Conan, and why the two of them were here.

Could it be that Conan Edogawa is actually Shinichi Kudo?

However, when she saw Qi Ming "kindly" carry Conan into the car, Vermouth put the idea aside.

Where are they going?

Vermouth was really worried; she couldn't predict Qi Ming's behavior.

She looked around at the mess and managed to find the car with the least damage.

She casually tossed the unconscious driver onto the ground, turned the key, and followed Qi Ming's car, trying to keep a distance of at least 100 meters.

……

After a while, Vermouth slowly parked her car outside the shopping plaza.

She took out a portable telescope from her bag and watched Qi Ming and Conan gradually walk into the shopping mall. After hesitating for a moment, she did not go in.

If Qi Ming wanted to do something to Conan, he would have done it already.

I still have injuries, and going in now would draw too much attention.

And who knows what outrageous things Qi Ming would say if he saw her?

Vermouth glanced at the clinics and clothing stores along the street, hesitated for a moment, then opened the car door and got out.

At least for now, I need to treat my arm and then change my clothes.

……

After some time, Vermouth, who was practically brand new, sat in the car and, as if sensing something, picked up her binoculars and looked at the square.

Through the telescope, several figures slowly walked out of the gate.

Judging from their appearance, they must be out for a meal.

Vermouth looked at one of the pointed-hair girls and gave her a gentle smile.

However, upon seeing that Qi Ming was also with them, their expressions instantly turned gloomy.

Did Qi Ming approach them on purpose, or did they just happen to bump into him by accident?

Vermouth was somewhat puzzled by Qi Ming's actions and unconsciously turned her binoculars to look at the others.

Vermouth's thoughts were instantly interrupted when a cute little girl with brown hair appeared in the telescope, and she was deeply attracted to the girl in front of her.

Looking at the girl's familiar face, Vermouth's expression froze slightly, and her shoulders trembled involuntarily.

It wasn't fear, but excitement.

Vermouth slowly calmed herself down and revealed a dangerous smile.

"Sometimes coincidences can be quite terrifying."

"Sherry~ Sherry~ I've found you."