Conan: No, why aren't you following the script?

Chapter 320 Inviting Kidd to Come Out of retirement

Ai Haibara looked at Isao Kitagawa with disbelief. She hadn't expected this guy to be so bold!

She couldn't even imagine going to her sister's old apartment and stealing the answering machine's recording tapes...

It's worth noting that although she had previously entered the organization under the pretense of playing hide-and-seek with the Junior Detective Club, that was based on the premise that they were all children and that her sudden intrusion would not attract the attention of the observers sent by the organization.

Even so, she didn't dare to take anything from there casually.

Going in for a quick look is one thing, but taking something away is another. Given how much the organization values ​​the sisters, Ai Haibara dared not let her guard down for a second.

She was quite certain that if she took something with her, the organization's peripheral members would come knocking on her door, attracting the attention of these lunatics... which was not a good thing.

But now, Kitagawa-san actually... actually dared to say he'd just go and get that cassette tape back...

No, didn't he know that apartment would definitely be a focus of the organization's attention?

Thinking of this, Ai Haibara felt a pang of anxiety and immediately wanted to remind Kitagawa Isao.

Unexpectedly, Kitagawa Isao seemed to have anticipated her thoughts, waving his hand and saying, "Don't worry, Ai, I already know about the dangers here. Besides, I don't necessarily have to go myself. Don't forget we know a professional..."

"Brother Kitagawa, you mean..."

Hearing this, Ai Haibara suddenly realized, and then Kitagawa Isao nodded with a smile: "That's right, it's my little brother Kid. As a professional phantom thief, who else could do this? Hmm, to avoid any complications, I'll call him now. If we're lucky, you'll probably hear your sister's voice tomorrow morning!"

"Really? Really?" Upon hearing this, Ai Haibara immediately became excited.

Hearing Akemi Miyano's voice again was one of the happiest things for her, as she had longed for it almost every moment of this period of time.

Although her life is harmonious now, Ai Haibara still longs to be that little child under her sister's protection.

If given the chance, she would certainly like to hear her sister's voice.

Moreover, with the professional Phantom Thief Kid on the case, she doesn't have to worry about attracting the organization's attention at all. This outcome couldn't be better!

And so, with Ai Haibara's expectant gaze upon him, Kitagawa Isao quickly took his phone and went back to his bedroom with a smile...

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Meanwhile, after hearing Kitagawa Isao's account, Kaito Kid, who was still disguised as Shinichi Kudo in the inn, stared wide-eyed...

"No, Mr. Kitagawa, are you kidding me? You want me to steal something under the surveillance of that organization, and it's just a cassette tape? Really? No, did I hear that right, or are you just teasing me late at night, Mr. Kitagawa?"

"Calm down, Kidd, I know you're anxious, but don't rush things,"

Seeing that his younger brother seemed a bit emotional, Kitagawa Isao quickly reassured him, "First of all, things aren't as serious as you think. Although that apartment is under the organization's special attention, they can't possibly have a lot of people there. At most, there's only one peripheral member. If you want to get in, you definitely won't have any problems."

"But isn't it a bit of an overreaction to just have a cassette tape? Mr. Kitagawa, you know me, I still have to appease Senior Sister, so I'm a bit short on time... By the way, speaking of which, Senior Sister came to see me again today. She told me not to move around too much lately. Do you think this is a sign that something is about to happen?"

"Yes, there is a situation, but don't worry, it won't involve you for now," Kitagawa Isao continued to evade the question. "Anyway, don't worry. Since you're helping me, I definitely won't let you get into any danger. And if we go to that apartment, I'll go with you."

Upon hearing this, although Kidd was deeply moved, after careful consideration, he still shook his head and said:

"Mr. Kitagawa, no offense, but even if you are very capable, it's better to leave this kind of thing to me, a professional. Taking you along is a bit... Anyway, since you've spoken, I will definitely handle this for you. You should just stay at home and wait for my good news."

Unbeknownst to him, Kaito Kid had already accepted the task of stealing the tape, which was certainly a good thing for Kitagawa Isao.

But, obviously...

That alone is not enough...

After sorting out his thoughts, Kitagawa Isao chuckled and said, "Don't worry, Kid, I won't be a burden to you. You just need to infiltrate your own territory, and I'll get in myself. Besides, we have some other things to do before we get that tape."

"Other things? What do you mean?"

"Well, I'll keep you in suspense for now. Anyway, the operation is scheduled for one hour from now, tonight at 10 pm. We'll meet at that apartment. I'll send you the specific address later. Be prepared and don't let the hostel suspect anything. As for other things... we'll discuss them in detail after we meet."

After saying that, Kitagawa Nobunaga let out a sigh of relief and ended the phone call.

He then opened the door and told Ai Haibara the good news.

Undoubtedly, Ai Haibara's face lit up with joy upon hearing their plan, but after calming down, she couldn't help but feel a little worried.

"Brother Kitagawa, maybe we should just forget about it. For a single tape, you and Kid are taking such a risk... it's really a bit..."

“It’s okay, Ai, you have to believe me,” Kitagawa Isao gently ruffled her fluffy hair. “There won’t be any risks on this trip. Just stay home and get some rest. When you wake up tomorrow morning, you’ll hear your sister’s voice.”

"Well... okay, but you guys must be careful!"

With her lips pursed, Ai Haibara, who had been successfully persuaded, still couldn't help but give Kitagawa Isao a few words of advice before his departure.

Kitagawa Isao smiled and nodded, then grabbed a black coat and quickly drove off into the night...

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