People in Detective Conan are going crazy over the comments section.

In the living room of Asakawa's house.

Ai Haibara was placed at Dr. Agasa's house by Asakawa Yu, and Akemi also returned home at midnight.

The two sat facing each other, the atmosphere filled with a subtle tension. Neither of them spoke first, but Asakawa Yu roughly understood the reason for the current situation.

Seeing that the man opposite her did not speak, Akemi pursed her lips, her expression becoming increasingly downcast.

Why didn't you tell me?

"I……"

Why can't we face this together?

"I...I just...don't want you to be in danger." Unconsciously, Asakawa Yu lost her confidence for the first time and dared not meet Akemi's eyes.

"I know I'm useless. I'm not as proficient in medicine and computers as Ai, nor do I have the amazing reasoning skills of Shinichi and the others, but I don't want to be protected by you when you're in danger."

"So... next time, let's face it together, okay?"

"I'm just worried about you..."

"Okay?" Akemi's voice became gentle and soft again as she spoke.

"it is good."

Although it was just a one-word answer, Mingmei saw a change in the man opposite her. Yes, she saw determination and resolve in his eyes.

After receiving a promise from someone, Akemi let the matter drop and then asked about what had happened and its consequences.

Especially when she mentioned her younger sister halfway through the questioning, Akemi's eyes showed obvious worry.

Knowing what she was thinking, Asakawa Yu sighed and then told her everything that had happened.

"So, that means Vermouth won't target Ai anymore, and Ai is safe now?"

Upon hearing this news, Mingmei's mood improved significantly.

But then she stared at Asakawa Yu suspiciously, "Is there something you're hiding from me?"

???

Seeing Asakawa Yu's slightly shocked expression, Akemi chuckled.

"Okay, I was just teasing you, but now it seems you really are hiding something from me?"

"..." Asakawa Yu fell silent.

Finally, he came to a realization, just as he had promised Mingmei, that they would face the rest together.

So, Asakawa Yu told her about his deal with Vermouth, including everything they talked about after Conan fell into a coma.

After listening, Akemi's expression showed slight worry. "Will she really be alright? Can she... really be trusted?"

In response, Asakawa Yu smiled slightly, "Hehe, of course I don't believe that woman would cooperate with me so obediently. However, as long as that kid is still on our side, she shouldn't dare to turn against us."

"Kid? You mean...Shinichi Kudo?"

Akemi couldn't think of anyone else besides the shrunken Shinichi Kudo who would be addressed that way by Asakawa Yu.

"Ah."

"Vermouth seems to have some kind of inexplicable relationship with him and Ran, and she's even willing to cooperate with us for Shinichi and the others, so we can naturally take advantage of her as well."

Although Asakawa Yu spoke very bluntly, Akemi knew his true meaning and didn't say anything more about it.

"What about Xiaolan? Xiaolan, she..."

From her conversation with Asakawa Yu, Akemi learned that Ran had protected Ai this time. Akemi really liked this strong girl whose personality was very similar to her own.

As for the fact that Conan has been keeping it a secret from Ran, Akemi and Asakawa Yu share the same opinion.

"Ah~"

Asakawa Yu sighed, "That kid said he'll handle this himself, so it's best if we don't get involved."

Hearing Asakawa Yu say this, Akemi also fell silent...

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I took my driving test these past two days, so I was off for two days. Now that it's over, I can finally get back to updating!!!