Shuichi Akai had already received Mizunashi Rena's message.
Sitting in his Chevrolet pickup, he pondered for a long while before finally deciding to go alone.
However, as a member of an organization himself, his unusual behavior was noticed by his superior.
So, he explained his plan.
After hearing it, James Black sucked in a sharp breath. "If I hadn't noticed you disappearing today, I'm afraid all of us would have been kept in the dark."
"Only this can ensure the enemy believes it too." Shuichi Akai remained utterly calm. "Given the organization's caution, after I die, they'll definitely send someone to confirm it. If everyone knows about my situation, someone may very well pry it out of them."
"I understand..."
James Black nodded, clearly understanding. "You've really had it hard, Shuichi. You have to deceive not only the enemy, but your own people as well."
"I'm leaving first." Shuichi Akai did not respond, his expression unchanged. "Before I go to the meeting, I still need to pick up some props I asked our little partner to prepare."
"That child?"
James Black immediately thought of Conan, then nodded. "Be careful, Shuichi."
Shuichi Akai nodded, started the car, and drove away.
James Black watched the taillights of Shuichi Akai's car and let out a deep sigh.
He could understand why his subordinate was running a double-layered plan and had even kept it from him.
As the person in charge of this group of FBI agents, how could he not know what kind of people worked under him?
Leaks were bound to happen...
Honestly, in his eyes, Shuichi Akai was the only truly capable talent under his command.
He had fighting ability and brains.
Unfortunately, most FBI agents had combat ability but no brains, and they were not cautious enough...
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