Ch. 26812675[Lethal Weapon]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A middle-aged man, suspected to be a stalker, arrives at the KTV where Conan and his friends are, asking about a group of high school students with a child.
  • Conan becomes suspicious of Hashimoto Maya, who has a phone but hasn't used it, and the amateurish stalker outside.
  • Conan selects a song to sing, much to the dismay of Mouri Ran and Suzuki Sonoko, who remember his poor singing from the past.
  • Akai Shuichi and Jodie listen in on the conversation, with Jodie expressing curiosity about the girls' strange behavior.

Character Developments

  • Conan: Shows curiosity and caution about the stalker, and displays his desire to sing despite his past poor performance.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Becomes alert and vigilant when he senses something amiss, showing concern for his safety.
  • Mouri Ran and Suzuki Sonoko: Remember Conan's past singing and express apprehension about his song choice.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of amateurish vs. professional behavior is explored through the stalker's actions.
  • The theme of past experiences affecting present actions is seen in Conan's desire to sing and the girls' apprehension about it.

Character Interactions

  • Conan interacts with Mouri Ran and Suzuki Sonoko, selecting a song that makes them uneasy.
  • Hashimoto Maya interacts with Mouri Ran, asking about her strange expression and showing concern for his safety.
  • Akai Shuichi and Jodie interact, with Jodie expressing curiosity about the girls' behavior and Akai deciding to wait and see what happens.

Ch. 26822676 [Akai Shuichi's Heavy Blow]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Conan sings a song in a KTV, causing everyone present to feel immense discomfort due to his poor singing.
  • Hashimoto Maya (disguised as Uncle Hashimoto) slips away during Conan's performance.
  • A thin man with long hair enters the wrong private room, causing a brief commotion.
  • An angler-dressed man arrives at the front desk, raising Conan's suspicions.

Character Developments

  • Conan: Shows his lack of singing skills, causing others to feel uncomfortable.
  • Hashimoto Maya (Uncle Hashimoto): Disguised, slips away during Conan's singing, raising suspicion.
  • The Thin Man: Briefly appears, enters the wrong room, and has a minor collision with a burly man.
  • The Angler Man: Arrives at the front desk, piquing Conan's interest due to his unusual appearance at a KTV.

Significant Themes

  • The power of bad singing to cause discomfort and even drive people away.
  • Suspicion and investigation, as Conan suspects Hashimoto Maya and the Angler Man of having ulterior motives.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Jiang Xia: They discuss Hashimoto Maya's disappearance and the Angler Man's arrival.
  • Suzuki Sonoko and Conan: Sonoko expresses her discomfort with Conan's singing and questions the Thin Man's identity.
  • The Thin Man and the Burly Man: They have a minor collision, with the burly man showing politeness despite his size.

Ch. 26832677 [Stalking] Please Vote

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A mysterious stalker is following Jiang Xia and his friends.
  • Hashimoto Maya disappears briefly, raising suspicion.
  • A scream is heard, and they find a man (the stalker) murdered in a nearby private room.

Character Developments

  • Conan becomes more determined to investigate the murder, despite Ran's protective efforts.
  • Jiang Xia shows concern for Conan's safety, revealing his perceptive nature.
  • Hashimoto Maya's strange behavior makes him a suspect in Conan's eyes.

Significant Themes

  • The danger of stalkers and the importance of personal safety.
  • The consequences of running away from problems (Hashimoto Maya's disappearance).

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Jiang Xia bond over their shared perceptiveness and concern for each other's safety.
  • Ran and Sonoko's contrasting reactions to the situation—Ran is protective, while Sonoko is excited.
  • Conan's suspicion of Hashimoto Maya creates tension between them.

Ch. 26842678 [You Mistook the God]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya reflects on his initial encounter with the elementary school student (Conan) and realizes his judgment was affected by Conan's off-key singing.
  • Moni Tatsumi is found beaten to death in a private room at a KTV.
  • Police arrive quickly due to proximity of an ongoing case.
  • The deceased is identified as Moni Tatsumi, killed by repeated blows to the head with a blunt object.
  • A camera is found in the deceased's coat pocket.
  • The front desk clerk reveals that the deceased asked to be notified when people left Private Room No. 3.
  • Search of Private Room No. 3 yields no results.
  • Inspector Megure determines that the murderer must have entered the private room where the deceased was found.
  • The front desk clerk provides a list of customers who arrived after the deceased and before the murder.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya: Reflects on his past encounter with Conan, realizing Conan's singing affected his judgment.
  • Moni Tatsumi: Deceased, revealed to be following Mouri Ran and Suzuki Sonoko.

Significant Themes

  • The power of music and sound to influence judgment and behavior.
  • The consequences of underestimating one's opponent (Hashimoto Maya's realization about Conan).

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya reflects on his interaction with Conan, showing a newfound respect for Conan's abilities.
  • Inspector Megure and Jiang Xia work together to investigate the murder case, questioning witnesses and gathering evidence.
  • Mouri Ran and Suzuki Sonoko discuss the deceased's possible motives for following them, expressing fear and curiosity.

Ch. 26852679 [Mutual Harm]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Inspector Megure suspects the remaining three guests (Honma Kyota, Arimoto Kenji, and Tamai Kunio) as potential culprits due to their calm demeanor after the murder.
  • Arimoto Kenji reveals he didn't come alone; his companion, a muscular man with bleached-blond hair, is found in his room, claiming to have a cold.
  • Hashimoto Maya behaves strangely whenever Arimoto Kenji and his companion are mentioned, hinting at hidden knowledge about the murder.

Character Developments

  • Inspector Megure: Struggles to maintain composure and professionalism despite growing frustration with the suspects' behavior.
  • Arimoto Kenji: Shows concern for his companion's well-being but appears unconcerned about the murder investigation.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Grows increasingly anxious and decides to share a secret he witnessed related to the murder.

Significant Themes

  • Suspicion and mistrust among the remaining guests.
  • The power dynamics between Inspector Megure and the suspects.
  • The tension and unease created by Hashimoto Maya's secret.

Character Interactions

  • Inspector Megure and Arimoto Kenji: Tension arises as Megure tries to assert his authority, while Arimoto remains uncooperative.
  • Hashimoto Maya and the other guests: Maya's strange behavior draws attention and suspicion from the other guests, particularly Conan, Ran, and Sonoko.
  • Conan and Jiang Xia: They both notice Hashimoto Maya's odd behavior and grow suspicious, leading them to question him further.

Ch. 26862680 [Coincidence]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya reveals he saw the Sturdy Man and the blond kissing, causing a stir.
  • The blond is revealed to be a woman, leading to confusion and apologies.
  • The receptionist mentions a surveillance camera, raising hopes of finding the killer.
  • The surveillance footage shows guests arriving and a thin man leaving Room 2, heading towards the corner where the victim's room is located.

Character Developments

  • Inspector Megure is shown to be somewhat naive, not noticing the blond's gender initially.
  • Hashimoto Maya reflects on his perspective and behavior after watching the surveillance footage.
  • Conan shows curiosity and investigative skills by watching the footage closely.

Significant Themes

  • Perception vs Reality: The blond's true gender challenges the guests' perceptions.
  • Observation Skills: Hashimoto Maya reflects on his observational abilities.
  • Investigation: The use of surveillance footage to gather clues.

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya and Inspector Megure interact over the revelation about the blond.
  • Conan and Hashimoto Maya both watch the surveillance footage, each with their own thoughts.
  • Inspector Megure interacts with the receptionist about the surveillance camera and footage.

Ch. 26872681 [Ally]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya becomes suspicious due to an officer's casual remark.
  • Conan questions the hotel attendant about the deceased's room choice.
  • Surveillance footage shows Hashimoto Maya leaving his room, looking flustered.
  • An elderly man, Honma, admits to leaving his room to buy cigarettes but changed his mind.
  • Hashimoto Maya is seen hesitating outside the high school students' room before entering.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya: Shows concern for Conan's feelings by not exposing Conan's poor singing, leading to a more sympathetic portrayal.
  • Conan: Displayed deduction skills and keen observation, suspecting there's more to Hashimoto Maya's nervousness.
  • Inspector Megure: Shows professionalism in investigating the case, though he's also affected by Conan's singing.
  • Jiang Xia: Demonstrates sharp deduction skills, earning the attendant's respect.
  • Mouri Ran: Attempts to smooth over Hashimoto Maya's embarrassment by providing an alibi for his strange behavior.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and deception: Characters' actions and reactions highlight the theme of trust and mistrust, with Hashimoto Maya trying to protect Conan's pride and the others trying to uncover the truth.
  • Appearances vs. reality: The chapter explores how people's actions can differ from their true intentions, as seen in Hashimoto Maya's behavior.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Hashimoto Maya: Their dynamic shifts as Conan suspects Hashimoto Maya while Hashimoto Maya tries to protect Conan's secret.
  • Inspector Megure and Jiang Xia: They work together to investigate the case, with Jiang Xia providing valuable insights.
  • Mouri Ran and Conan: Mouri Ran attempts to cover for Conan's singing, showing a protective side towards him.

Ch. 26882670. Jiang Xia Isn't Working Anymore

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Inspector Megure and Jiang Xia watch surveillance footage, leading to a list of suspects.
  • Jiang Xia clears the front desk clerk of suspicion based on the victim's blood state.
  • Police search guests' rooms for the murder weapon, starting with Room 1's occupant, Tamai Kunio.
  • Tamai confesses to buying the fish in his tackle box instead of catching them, and no suitable murder weapon is found in his room.
  • Room 2's occupant, a thin man, is interviewed. No potential murder weapon is found in his room either.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Xia demonstrates his observational skills and deductive reasoning.
  • Hashimoto Maya (Jiang Xia's assistant) struggles with guilt and anxiety about being a suspect.
  • Tamai Kunio shows remorse for lying about his fishing catch.
  • The thin man expresses stress from work and a heavy smoking habit.

Significant Themes

  • The search for truth and justice, as Inspector Megure and Jiang Xia work to solve the case.
  • The consequences of deceit, as seen in Tamai Kunio's confession about his fishing catch.
  • The impact of work stress, as experienced by the thin man.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia and Hashimoto Maya work together to solve the case, with Jiang Xia taking the lead.
  • Inspector Megure interacts with suspects, showing empathy and understanding while gathering information.
  • Tamai Kunio and the thin man share details about their personal lives with Inspector Megure during his investigation.

Ch. 2689FBI Exposure Chronicle

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The police search all private rooms and common areas of the KTV, finding nothing suspicious.
  • Inspector Megure receives a call with poor signal, leading Conan and Maya to suspect a Listening Device among them.
  • Conan tries to discreetly inform Inspector Megure about his theory but fails, alerting everyone to the possibility of a Listening Device.

Character Developments

  • Inspector Megure: Struggles with his subordinates' antics and remains oblivious to Conan's hints.
  • Conan Edogawa: Realizes the gravity of the situation and considers his next move carefully.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Keeps her composure but is alarmed by the potential Listening Device.

Significant Themes

  • Communication and its challenges, both intentional (Listening Device) and unintentional (poor signal).
  • Trust and suspicion among characters, with Conan and Maya now questioning who among them might be compromised.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Maya: Briefly collaborate to consider the Listening Device possibility.
  • Inspector Megure and Conan: Conan attempts to discreetly inform Megure but fails, leading to a scene.
  • Inspector Megure and his subordinates: Megure grows increasingly frustrated with their antics during the investigation.

Ch. 26902684 [Well-Connected]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Suzuki Sonoko is discovered to have a listening device on her, planted by an unknown party.
  • Akai Shuichi and Jodie, who had been listening in, abandon their plan and flee.
  • Inspector Megure and Hashimoto Maya realize the implications of the listening device.

Character Developments

  • Suzuki Sonoko remains unfazed and even excited about the situation, revealing her desire for attention and adventure.
  • Hashimoto Maya becomes resentful towards Suzuki Sonoko for her carelessness and poor vigilance, and begins to distance himself from her.
  • Akai Shuichi confirms his suspicion about Uzo's ability to turn illegal acts against their perpetrators.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and vigilance within a group.
  • The consequences of carelessness and poor judgment.
  • The thrill of adventure and the desire for attention.

Character Interactions

  • Suzuki Sonoko and Hashimoto Maya's relationship becomes strained due to Suzuki Sonoko's carelessness.
  • Akai Shuichi and Jodie work together, with Jodie admiring Akai's forethought in using a cheap listening device.
  • Inspector Megure and Hashimoto Maya work together to uncover the truth about the listening device.

Ch. 26912685 [Office Romance]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Conan and Hashimoto Maya are alarmed by Suzuki Sonoko's reaction, suspecting she might be involved in the murder.
  • Developed photos from the victim's camera reveal he was stalking Suzuki Sonoko, not Hashimoto Maya or Jiang Xia.
  • The suspects (Hashimoto Maya, Jiang Xia, and the Fishing Old Man) try to shift blame onto each other.
  • Conan notices that the stalker's photos don't include Hashimoto Maya, suggesting he might have a secret identity or another motive.
  • Hashimoto Maya is overwhelmed by accusations and wishes for Jiang Xia to intervene.

Character Developments

  • Conan: Becomes more suspicious of Hashimoto Maya's motives and starts considering other possibilities for the murder.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Struggles to defend himself against accusations, growing increasingly desperate.
  • Suzuki Sonoko: Initially excited by the attention, she becomes more alarmed and concerned about the stalker and the murder case.
  • Jiang Xia: Seems disinterested in the argument, focusing more on getting more iced black tea.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and suspicion among colleagues and friends.
  • The consequences of secrets and hidden identities.
  • The dynamics of group blame and shifting responsibility.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Hashimoto Maya: Conan grows more suspicious of Hashimoto Maya, while Maya becomes increasingly desperate for Conan to solve the case.
  • Suzuki Sonoko and Hashimoto Maya: Sonoko initially flirts with Hashimoto, but later becomes more concerned about the murder case and less interested in him.
  • Jiang Xia and the suspects: Jiang Xia seems uninterested in the argument, preferring to observe from the sidelines and enjoy his tea.

Ch. 2692[Case Closed]

Key Plot Points & Events

  • Jiang Xia deduces the murder weapon was a makeshift 'copper hammer' made from coins stuffed into a sock, which was then hidden by putting the coins into a vending machine.
  • The culprit is revealed to be Mr. Honma, who used the ruse of going to the restroom to commit the crime and hide the evidence.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Xia demonstrates his exceptional deductive skills, solving the case.
  • Mr. Honma is exposed as the culprit, revealing a premeditated motive for the murder.
  • Hashimoto Maya remains calm and collected, assisting Jiang Xia when needed.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of deduction and logical reasoning is prominent, as Jiang Xia uses clues to piece together the crime.
  • The theme of premeditation vs. crime of passion is explored, with Mr. Honma's actions suggesting the former.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia interacts with the suspects and police, guiding them through his deduction process.
  • Mr. Honma interacts with Jiang Xia, initially denying involvement but ultimately exposed.
  • Hashimoto Maya interacts with Jiang Xia, assisting him and providing crucial insights.

Ch. 2693Good Ally Requests Monthly Votes

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Honma Kyota, the murderer, confesses to killing the stalker who kidnapped his son a year ago.
  • Inspector Megure realizes the murder weapon from the past case was never found.
  • Hashimoto Maya considers leaving but decides to stay after checking his phone.
  • Jiang Xia notices Conan's unusual behavior and asks about his concern for Hashimoto Maya.

Character Developments

  • Honma Kyota: Reveals his motive for killing the stalker and expresses regret for not having a detective nearby to solve the case earlier.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Struggles with his loyalty to Uzo and his desire to leave, ultimately deciding to stay.
  • Jiang Xia: Shows empathy for Honma Kyota but remains suspicious of Hashimoto Maya's actions.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of a detective in solving crimes and bringing justice.
  • The struggle between personal desires and loyalty to a cause or person.

Character Interactions

  • Honma Kyota and Inspector Megure: Honma confesses to Megure, leading to his arrest.
  • Hashimoto Maya and Jiang Xia: Jiang Xia notices Hashimoto's unusual behavior and questions him about it.
  • Jiang Xia and Conan: Jiang Xia suspects Conan's attention is elsewhere and asks about his concern for Hashimoto Maya.

Ch. 2694Sleepless Night

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Conan suspects the listening device was planted to monitor his movements, not Jiang Xia's.
  • Conan decides not to reveal the Black Organization's existence to Jiang Xia, fearing it would put him in danger.
  • The FBI retrieves the Magic Notebook from the deceased magician's home, raising Jodie's suspicions about its origins.
  • Hashimoto Maya checks into a hotel, only to have Vermouth (disguised as the landlady) enter his room.

Character Developments

  • Conan becomes more paranoid and cautious about potential threats from the Black Organization.
  • Jodie grows more suspicious of Uzo's intentions regarding the Magic Notebook.
  • Hashimoto Maya shows his concern for his safety and desire to return to Theater Island.

Significant Themes

  • Paranoia and caution in the face of potential danger (Conan, Hashimoto Maya).
  • Suspicion and mistrust in the face of seemingly too-easy victories (Jodie).
  • The blurred line between allies and enemies (Hashimoto Maya's encounter with Vermouth).

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Suzuki Sonoko discuss Jiang Xia's fans, with Conan reluctantly admitting to being a fan of Jiang Xia.
  • Jodie and the FBI agents discuss the smooth operation to retrieve the Magic Notebook, raising Jodie's suspicions.
  • Hashimoto Maya and Vermouth (disguised) interact, with Vermouth entering Hashimoto Maya's hotel room uninvited.

Ch. 26952689 [Hashimoto Maya vs. Amuro Tooru]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya, an undercover agent, is targeted by his colleagues due to his connection to Uzo.
  • Amuro Tooru, another undercover agent, approaches Maya to extract information, using his position as the "landlady" of Uzo's detective agency.
  • Maya threatens to call the police to get Amuro to leave, which backfires as Amuro suspects it's a trap set by Uzo.
  • Amuro leaves, and Maya decides to stay at another hotel to avoid potential retaliation.

Character Developments

  • Maya demonstrates his cunning and adaptability, using the police as a threat despite being an organization member.
  • Amuro shows his caution and strategic thinking, realizing Maya's threat might be a trap set by Uzo.

Significant Themes

  • The complex dynamics and unspoken rules within the criminal organization.
  • The importance of caution and strategic thinking in undercover work.

Character Interactions

  • Maya and Amuro's interaction highlights their intelligence and willingness to outmaneuver each other.
  • Maya's interaction with Suzuki Sonoko and Conan earlier in the story is referenced, showing a shared attitude towards the police among Uzo's subordinates.

Ch. 26962690 [Magic Master]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Akai Shuichi spends the night studying the Magic Notebook but finds only magic tricks, no useful information about Uzo.
  • Jiang Xia visits the Detective Agency, meeting Conan and a client, Mrs. Kujukuri Nanae, who believes her husband's death was not suicide.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri hires the Detective Agency to investigate her husband's death.

Character Developments

  • Akai Shuichi is disappointed with the lack of useful information in the Magic Notebook.
  • Jiang Xia shows empathy and professionalism in handling Mrs. Kujukuri's case.
  • Conan demonstrates his investigative skills and curiosity.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of truth and justice (Akai Shuichi's dedication, Jiang Xia's willingness to help Mrs. Kujukuri).
  • The struggle between expectation and reality (Akai Shuichi's disappointment, Jiang Xia's longing for his boss).

Character Interactions

  • Akai Shuichi and Jodie: Shuichi shares his findings with Jodie, who is initially hopeful but ends up disappointed.
  • Jiang Xia and Conan: They meet unexpectedly, and Conan encourages Jiang Xia to help Mrs. Kujukuri.
  • Jiang Xia and Mrs. Kujukuri: Jiang Xia listens to Mrs. Kujukuri's concerns and agrees to investigate her husband's death.

Ch. 26972691 [Selection]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Mrs. Kujukuri reports her husband's death by aconitine poisoning in their magic basement.
  • Detective Amuro Tooru arrives, having overheard the conversation, and joins the case.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri shows a group photo of her husband and his three apprentices: Sanada Kazumi, Momochi Yuji, and Miyoshi Asako.

Character Developments

  • Conan accidentally reveals his extensive knowledge about aconitine, which Amuro finds suspicious.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri shows grief and concern for her husband's apprentices.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of inheritance and succession in the magic world is introduced, with Sanada Kazumi being publicly recognized as Kujukuri's successor.
  • The theme of competition and ranking among the apprentices is hinted at.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Amuro have a tense exchange, with Amuro suspecting Conan's true identity.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri interacts with Conan and Amuro, providing information about her husband's apprentices.
  • Conan freezes upon seeing Miyoshi Asako's rose in the group photo, hinting at a potential connection to a previous case.

Ch. 26982692 [Attack] Please Vote

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Conan remembers Hashimoto Maya leaving the Magic Venue with white roses, raising suspicion.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri mentions her husband's three disciples living with them, who were performing at a hotel banquet during the murder.
  • Amuro Tooru and Jiang Xia question Mrs. Kujukuri about her husband's death, and she shares her doubts about suicide.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri shows them two glued-together playing cards found at the crime scene.
  • Amuro Tooru and Jiang Xia decide to investigate the Kujukuri residence and meet the three disciples.

Character Developments

  • Conan: Struggles with his grudge against Amuro Tooru, preventing him from questioning Maya.
  • Amuro Tooru: Shows determination to solve the case, suspecting Uzo's involvement.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri: Struggles with her husband's apparent suicide, seeking help from Amuro Tooru and Jiang Xia.

Significant Themes

  • Suspicion of suicide vs. murder
  • The role of evidence and intuition in solving cases
  • The impact of a loved one's death on family members

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Amuro Tooru: Conan's grudge against Amuro prevents him from questioning Maya.
  • Mrs. Kujukuri and Amuro Tooru/Jiang Xia: Mrs. Kujukuri seeks their help in investigating her husband's death.
  • Amuro Tooru and Jiang Xia: They work together to gather information and decide to investigate the Kujukuri residence.

Ch. 26992693 [Sneak Attack]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group heads to the Magician's home.
  • Hashimoto Maya, on Theater Island, is reluctant to leave due to the increased attention from FBI, detectives, and coworkers.
  • Hashimoto Maya considers inviting the Female Magician to the island, seeking Mrs. Sakihara's advice.
  • Conan, Amuro, and Mrs. Kujukuri visit the Kujukuri residence. Momochi Yuji, a magician, blocks their path and tries to perform a trick on Amuro.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya becomes less willing to leave Theater Island due to the increased attention, showing his desire for a peaceful life.
  • Mrs. Sakihara shows ambition and offers to assist Hashimoto Maya in inviting the Female Magician.
  • Momochi Yuji demonstrates his magic skills and habit of incorporating magic into daily life, revealing his dedication to mastering magic.

Significant Themes

  • The desire for a peaceful life vs. the pressure to succeed (Hashimoto Maya).
  • The dedication and passion for one's craft (Momochi Yuji).
  • The tension between professional and personal lives (Hashimoto Maya, Mrs. Sakihara).

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya and Mrs. Sakihara discuss the Female Magician and Hashimoto Maya's plan to invite her to Theater Island.
  • Conan, Amuro, and Mrs. Kujukuri visit the Kujukuri residence, where Momochi Yuji blocks their path and attempts to perform a magic trick on Amuro.

Ch. 27002694 [Three Magicians]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Momochi Yuji realizes Mrs. Kujukuri invited detectives to investigate Kujukuri Motoyasu's death.
  • Miyoshi Asako reveals that Kujukuri Motoyasu didn't commit suicide and that playing cards were found at the crime scene.
  • Sanada Kazumi destroys the playing cards and performs a magic trick, scattering new cards from his pockets.
  • Jiang Xia reveals that Sanada Kazumi had secretly replaced the cards with the real evidence earlier.
  • Sanada Kazumi admits Jiang Xia's skill but warns him not to waste time investigating as nothing will be found.
  • Kujukuri Fumino, Motoyasu's daughter, appears and greets Conan and Jiang Xia.

Character Developments

  • Momochi Yuji: Realizes he missed crucial details about his master's death.
  • Sanada Kazumi: Shows arrogance and confidence in his magical abilities, hints at a possible motive for Kujukuri Motoyasu's death.
  • Kujukuri Fumino: Seems cheerful despite her father's recent death, recognizes Conan and Jiang Xia.

Significant Themes

  • The true cause of Kujukuri Motoyasu's death.
  • The relationship between the three apprentices and their master.
  • The use of magic tricks to mislead or reveal information.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia and Sanada Kazumi: Engage in a battle of wits, with Sanada Kazumi trying to discourage Jiang Xia from investigating, and Jiang Xia revealing Sanada's attempt to destroy evidence.
  • Conan and Kujukuri Fumino: Greet each other as classmates, with Conan showing surprise at Fumino's cheerful demeanor given her recent loss.
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