Ch. 16411636 [Outlaw Haibara Ai] Please Vote Monthly

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Haibara Ai warns Jiang Xia about Maki Juri's strange behavior towards him.
  • Jiang Xia finds Okiya Subaru in a different cabin, far from first class.
  • Irish and his Confidant board the plane, keeping a low profile.
  • Maki Juri's assistant switches seats with Jiang Xia.
  • Shinjo Isao, Maki Juri's lover, boards the plane at the last moment.

Character Developments

  • Haibara Ai shows concern for Jiang Xia's safety and decides to keep an eye on Maki Juri.
  • Jiang Xia remains unperturbed by the strange behavior of those around him, showing his calm and collected nature.
  • Maki Juri finds Jiang Xia challenging and decides to make him her new target of interest.
  • Shinjo Isao's appearance hints at potential tension or drama between him and Maki Juri.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of obsession and its potential dangers is highlighted through Haibara Ai's warning about Maki Juri.
  • The theme of power dynamics is explored through Maki Juri's interactions with her assistant and her attempts to engage Jiang Xia.
  • The theme of deception and hidden agendas is evident in Irish and his Confidant's behavior, as well as Shinjo Isao's sudden appearance.

Character Interactions

  • Haibara Ai and Jiang Xia: Haibara Ai expresses her concern for Jiang Xia's safety, while Jiang Xia reassures her that their relationship is purely professional.
  • Jiang Xia and Maki Juri: Jiang Xia remains polite and unassuming in his interactions with Maki Juri, while she tries to engage him, finding him challenging.
  • Maki Juri and her assistant: Maki Juri takes advantage of her assistant's fear of heights to switch seats with Jiang Xia, showing her manipulative nature.
  • Maki Juri and Shinjo Isao: Shinjo Isao's sudden appearance on the plane hints at potential tension or drama between him and Maki Juri.

Ch. 16421637 [Organization Concentration Too High]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Shinjo Isao arrives on the plane, kisses Maki Juri's hand, and they exchange words.
  • Jiang Xia, Conan, and Haibara Ai notice the interaction between Maki Juri and Shinjo Isao.
  • Haibara Ai asks Conan about Kid's whereabouts and plan, but she falls asleep before Conan can finish his deduction.
  • Maki Juri tries to lure Jiang Xia into the entertainment industry, but he falls asleep during her pitch.

Character Developments

  • Shinjo Isao: Shows public affection towards Maki Juri, hinting at their relationship.
  • Maki Juri: Attempts to manipulate Jiang Xia into the entertainment industry, revealing her manipulative nature.
  • Jiang Xia: Falls asleep during Maki Juri's attempt to recruit him, showing indifference to her schemes.
  • Conan: Continues to deduce Kid's plan, believing the target is the plane.
  • Haibara Ai: Asks Conan about Kid but falls asleep, showing her exhaustion and lack of interest in the case.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and control: Maki Juri tries to manipulate Jiang Xia and Shinjo Isao.
  • Power dynamics: Maki Juri uses her influence to attempt to control Jiang Xia.
  • Appearances vs. reality: Shinjo Isao's public display of affection towards Maki Juri may not reflect their true relationship.

Character Interactions

  • Maki Juri and Shinjo Isao: They exchange words, with Shinjo Isao showing public affection towards Maki Juri.
  • Maki Juri and Jiang Xia: Maki Juri tries to recruit Jiang Xia into the entertainment industry, but he falls asleep during her pitch.
  • Conan and Haibara Ai: Haibara Ai asks Conan about Kid, but she falls asleep before he can finish his deduction.

Ch. 16431638 [Remember This Face]

Key Plot Points & Events

  • Kid experiments with his remaining Magic Power on the plane, attracting a cat that steals it.
  • Kid recognizes the cat as the one that followed Jiang Xia aboard and playfully scolds it.
  • Irish orders his Confidant to find Kid or someone sent by Uzo on the plane.
  • Hashimoto Maya, Irish's Confidant, discreetly scans the passengers but finds no suspicious individuals.
  • Irish receives a drawing of Uzo's subordinate, who is expected to handle negotiations on the plane.

Character Developments

  • Kid displays a playful side, interacting with the cat and showing a sense of humor.
  • Irish shows irritation and impatience due to his recent setbacks, but maintains a relatively calm demeanor, possibly influenced by advice on dealing with Uzo.
  • Hashimoto Maya remains loyal and dedicated to his duties, despite his unease about Uzo and his preference to avoid standing out.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of disguise and recognition, as Kid's ability to change his face is a central mystery, and Irish is trying to identify him or someone connected to Uzo.
  • The theme of patience and composure, as Irish struggles with his irritation but tries to maintain a calm demeanor, and Hashimoto Maya tries to focus on his task despite his discomfort.

Character Interactions

  • Kid interacts playfully with the cat, showing a lighthearted side.
  • Irish and his Confidant communicate discreetly, showing a level of trust and coordination.
  • Hashimoto Maya interacts with the passengers, albeit briefly and reluctantly, as he tries to fulfill Irish's order.

Ch. 1644Good Teammate, Hang in There

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya, an Organization member, fails to identify Uzo or any threats on the plane.
  • Irish, another executive, delays his search for Uzo, feeling manipulated by him.
  • Irish sends a message to several executives, revealing his flight details and Uzo's codename, aiming to provoke Uzo and disrupt his plans.
  • Gin receives Irish's message and understands the potential conflict brewing between Irish and Uzo.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya: Struggles to identify Uzo or any threats, showing her limitations as an Organization member.
  • Irish: Shows unease and frustration at being manipulated by Uzo, taking proactive measures to provoke him.
  • Gin: Reacts to Irish's message, understanding the potential conflict and Uzo's involvement, decides to report it to the Boss.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and power dynamics within the Organization, as seen between Uzo and Irish.
  • The consequences of impulsive actions, as Irish's message may escalate the conflict with Uzo.
  • The importance of information control and secrecy within the Organization.

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya and Irish: Maya's failure to find Uzo leads Irish to take matters into his own hands.
  • Irish and Uzo: Irish's actions provoke Uzo, setting the stage for a potential confrontation.
  • Gin and Irish: Gin reacts to Irish's message, understanding the potential conflict and deciding to report it to the Boss.
  • Gin and Vodka: Gin involves Vodka in investigating the flight details, showing their collaborative work style.

Ch. 16451640 [Vodka: Uzo Isn't Sick]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Uzo's plane takes off, and Gin believes Uzo won't bring it down due to the high-value passengers on board.
  • Vodka suspects Uzo's psychological issues might be a facade to justify his killing sprees.
  • The plane flies without incident, and Uzo doesn't make a move.
  • Passengers grow anxious and tired, with Maki Juri falling ill and Irish staying alert.

Character Developments

  • Gin: Shows optimism and understanding of Uzo's motivations.
  • Vodka: Analyzes Uzo's behavior and suspects Uzo is manipulating his mental state as an excuse.
  • Irish: Stays vigilant, hoping Uzo will appear soon.
  • Maki Juri: Falls ill due to stress and lack of sleep.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and manipulation within the Organization.
  • The consequences of provoking Uzo and the Organization.
  • The psychological games Uzo plays.

Character Interactions

  • Gin and Vodka discuss Uzo's intentions and mental state.
  • Irish and his confidant communicate silently about gathering information on the plane.
  • Maki Juri interacts with another actress, who offers her medicine for her illness.

Ch. 16461641 [Irish's Legacy] Please Vote

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Maki Juri, an actress, is on a plane and is approached by Hashimoto Maya, a mixed-race man, who asks for her autograph.
  • Maki Juri, annoyed, agrees to sign but then scolds Hashimoto Maya for disturbing celebrities.
  • Hashimoto Maya develops Killing Intent towards Maki Juri, which is sensed by Jiang Xia, a Detective.
  • Jiang Xia is intrigued by Hashimoto Maya's Killing Intent and considers asking for him as an inheritance from Irish.
  • Hashimoto Maya becomes paranoid, suspecting a fanatical fan of Maki Juri might try to assassinate him.
  • Kid (disguised) notices Hashimoto Maya staring at him hostilely, suspecting he might have been discovered.

Character Developments

  • Maki Juri: Shows impatience and arrogance towards fans.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Develops Killing Intent, becomes paranoid about assassination.
  • Jiang Xia: Shows interest in Hashimoto Maya's Killing Intent, plans to ask for him as an inheritance.
  • Kid (disguised): Becomes alert and suspicious when noticed by Hashimoto Maya.

Significant Themes

  • The dark side of fame and celebrity culture (Maki Juri's treatment of fans).
  • The power of Killing Intent and its attraction to supernatural entities (Jiang Xia's interest in Hashimoto Maya).
  • Paranoia and suspicion (Hashimoto Maya's fear of assassination).

Character Interactions

  • Maki Juri and Hashimoto Maya: Maki Juri is rude and dismissive, Hashimoto Maya is polite but later develops Killing Intent.
  • Jiang Xia and Hashimoto Maya: Jiang Xia senses Hashimoto Maya's Killing Intent and considers asking for him as an inheritance.
  • Kid (disguised) and Hashimoto Maya: Kid notices Hashimoto Maya staring at him, suspecting he might have been discovered.

Ch. 16471642 [A Minion? Give Him to Me]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Kid suspects the man watching him and the fake security guard from yesterday are members of the Mysterious Organization Jiang Xia mentioned.
  • Kid remains vigilant throughout the flight.
  • The Captain expresses concerns about his age and flying long-haul routes.
  • Maki Juri follows a flight attendant delivering coffee to the cockpit.
  • Hashimoto Maya sits beside Jiang Xia, causing him to feel uneasy.

Character Developments

  • Kid: Becomes more cautious and alert due to the potential threat from the Mysterious Organization members.
  • Captain: Shows signs of fatigue and considers retirement.
  • Maki Juri: Struggles with airsickness and follows the flight attendant to the cockpit.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Feels danger when sitting beside Jiang Xia and tries to rationalize his feelings.

Significant Themes

  • Vigilance and caution in the face of potential danger (Kid, Hashimoto Maya).
  • Age and its impact on one's abilities and decisions (Captain).
  • Suspicion and paranoia (Hashimoto Maya's fear of Jiang Xia).

Character Interactions

  • Kid and the potential Mysterious Organization members: Kid is wary of them, while they deliberately sit apart.
  • Captain and the co-pilot: They discuss the Captain's fatigue and retirement thoughts.
  • Maki Juri and the flight attendant: Maki Juri follows the flight attendant to the cockpit.
  • Jiang Xia and Hashimoto Maya: Hashimoto Maya feels uneasy sitting beside Jiang Xia, whom he suspects might be Uzo.

Ch. 16481643 [My Underling Wants to Harm Me]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya, under the guise of a Japanese businessman, approaches Jiang Xia for an autograph and then hires him for a case.
  • Maya reveals he's been involved in several near-fatal incidents related to murder cases, feeling targeted but unable to find the mastermind.
  • Jiang Xia shares that he's aware of similar cases and victims, but they are no longer alive.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Xia shows his professionalism and keen observational skills, quickly noticing Maya's affected manner of speaking and seeing through his lies.
  • Maya struggles to maintain his facade under Jiang Xia's scrutiny, revealing his unease and desperation.

Significant Themes

  • The power of observation and deduction in detective work.
  • The struggle between deception and truth.
  • The consequences of lies and the weight of truth.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia and Maya's first meeting sets the stage for their complex dynamic, with Jiang Xia's sharp observations contrasting with Maya's deceptive facade.
  • Maya's initial confidence in his acting skills is challenged by Jiang Xia's keen insight, leading to a moment of self-reflection and unease.

Ch. 16491644 [Irish: Wants to Silence Jiang Xia]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya (HM) tries to deceive Jiang Xia (JX) about his client, but JX sees through it.
  • Irish (HM's superior) decides to meet JX himself.
  • Maki Juri (MJ) enters the cockpit, greeting the Captain and co-pilots.

Character Developments

  • HM struggles with deceiving JX and fears for his life after opposing Uzo.
  • JX remains perceptive and calm, insisting on meeting the client face-to-face.
  • MJ enjoys the privilege of entering the cockpit, basking in the attention of the crew.

Significant Themes

  • Deception and truth: HM tries to deceive JX, but the latter sees through it, highlighting the theme of truth eventually surfacing.
  • Power dynamics: MJ's interaction with the crew showcases her enjoyment of power and privilege.
  • Fear and uncertainty: HM's fear of Uzo and the potential consequences of opposing him.

Character Interactions

  • HM and JX: HM tries to deceive JX, but JX remains perceptive and insists on meeting the client.
  • MJ and the crew: MJ enters the cockpit, greeting the Captain and co-pilots, and enjoys their attention.
  • HM and Irish: Irish decides to meet JX himself, signaling his involvement in the matter.

Ch. 1650The Commission Was to Investigate Uzo

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Irish, an executive, meets Jiang Xia, a private detective, on a plane. Irish seeks Jiang Xia's help to find someone who has been targeting him.
  • Irish reveals that he was behind several recent incidents where objects fell from buildings, nearly hitting passersby.
  • Irish asks Jiang Xia not to reveal their conversation to anyone, implying that the person targeting him is dangerous.
  • Maki Juri, a passenger, discovers Irish sitting in her seat and expresses displeasure.
  • Maki Juri's assistant offers chocolates to passengers, which Maki Juri eats. Shortly after, she collapses, convulsing.

Character Developments

  • Irish: Reveals his involvement in recent incidents and seeks Jiang Xia's help, showing a desperate and vulnerable side.
  • Jiang Xia: Demonstrates professionalism and integrity by refusing to promise Irish that he won't inform the police first if he finds the person targeting Irish.
  • Maki Juri: Shows her demanding and high-maintenance nature when she reacts to Irish sitting in her seat. Her collapse suggests she may have been poisoned.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and deception: Irish's attempt to enlist Jiang Xia's help while hiding the truth about his actions.
  • Danger and vulnerability: The presence of a dangerous individual targeting Irish, and the potential danger to other passengers, as seen in Maki Juri's collapse.

Character Interactions

  • Irish and Jiang Xia: Irish seeks Jiang Xia's help, and they have a private conversation. Jiang Xia agrees to keep their conversation confidential but does not promise to notify Irish before the police.
  • Maki Juri and Irish: Maki Juri is displeased to find Irish in her seat. Her subsequent collapse draws the attention of other passengers, including Irish and Jiang Xia.
  • Maki Juri and her assistant: The assistant offers Maki Juri chocolates, which she eats before collapsing. The assistant then offers chocolates to other passengers, including Jiang Xia.

Ch. 16511646 [Irish, My Good Colleague] Please Vote

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Maki Juri collapses and dies from cyanide poisoning.
  • Conan deduces the cause of death and suspects poisoned chocolate.
  • Director points to a chocolate box as the possible source of poison.
  • Suzuki Sonoko reveals that Jiang Xia also ate the chocolate.
  • Mouri Ran attempts to make Jiang Xia vomit but accidentally crashes into Irish.
  • Conan and Jiang Xia reassure Mouri Ran that Jiang Xia seems unaffected by the chocolate.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya feels a kinship with the dead, blames Uzo, and tries to avoid suspicion.
  • Maki Juri dies, showing no signs of life after collapsing.
  • Irish maintains composure despite Mouri Ran's collision, revealing his stern demeanor.
  • Okiya Subaru, upon hearing about the case, prepares to report to Uzo.

Significant Themes

  • The sudden and unexpected nature of death, as seen in Maki Juri's collapse.
  • The theme of suspicion and blame, with Hashimoto Maya blaming Uzo and others suspecting the chocolate.
  • The theme of composure and self-control, seen in Irish's reaction to Mouri Ran's collision.

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya and Maki Juri: Maya feels a connection to Maki Juri as another victim of Uzo.
  • Conan and Jiang Xia: They discuss the cause of death and reassure Mouri Ran.
  • Mouri Ran and Irish: Mouri Ran accidentally collides with Irish while trying to make Jiang Xia vomit.
  • Okiya Subaru and Uzo: Subaru prepares to report the new case to Uzo.

Ch. 16521647 [Pray the Plane Doesn't Have an Accident]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Okiya Subaru, disguised as a passenger, learns that Jiang Xia is not the victim.
  • Maki Juri is found dead, poisoned by chocolates.
  • The flight attendant decides to continue to the destination without stopping.
  • The passengers suspect the assistant of poisoning Maki Juri.

Character Developments

  • Okiya Subaru prioritizes Jiang Xia's safety over the victim's, fearing Uzo's reaction if Jiang Xia dies.
  • Conan suspects Irish and Hashimoto Maya, trying to provoke a reaction from them.
  • The assistant panics and struggles to defend herself against accusations.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and suspicion among passengers.
  • The danger of enclosed spaces and the lack of control over the situation.
  • The assistant's struggle to prove her innocence.

Character Interactions

  • Okiya Subaru and the flight attendant: Okiya subtly tries to help but is rebuffed by the flight attendant.
  • Conan and Irish/Hashimoto Maya: Conan tries to provoke a reaction from the suspected criminals.
  • The assistant and other passengers: The assistant struggles to defend herself against accusations, with the makeup artist proving unreliable.

Ch. 1653Who Sent You?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The assistant is suspected of being the killer due to her access to the chocolates.
  • Conan defends the assistant's innocence, recalling Maki Juri's hesitant choice of chocolate.
  • The assistant suspects Tajima Tenko's medicine as the source of the poison.
  • Tajima Tenko denies involvement, claiming no grudge against Maki Juri.
  • Suzuki Sonoko finds it strange that there are only two suspects in an obvious homicide.
  • Maki Juri's makeup artist reveals that many people on the plane had motives to kill Maki Juri.

Character Developments

  • The assistant shows determination to clear her name.
  • Tajima Tenko appears nervous but denies involvement.
  • Suzuki Sonoko demonstrates analytical skills, worrying Jiang Xia.
  • Maki Juri's makeup artist exposes the secrets and grudges of the crew members.

Significant Themes

  • Suspicion and trust: Characters suspect each other based on their relationships with the victim.
  • Motive: The makeup artist highlights the motives of various crew members, showing that many had reasons to kill Maki Juri.
  • Appearances vs. reality: The makeup artist reveals the true dynamics between the crew members, contrasting with their public personas.

Character Interactions

  • The assistant and Conan: Conan defends the assistant's innocence, showing his observational skills.
  • Suzuki Sonoko and Jiang Xia: Suzuki Sonoko shares her observations with Jiang Xia, who worries about her safety.
  • Maki Juri's makeup artist and the crew: The makeup artist exposes the secrets and grudges of the crew members, causing discomfort and tension among them.

Ch. 16541649 [Suspect: New Underling]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Maki Juri's lover, Mr. Shinjo, is revealed to have been replaced by her due to his age.
  • The makeup artist suggests that Maki Juri was interested in Jiang Xia, causing him to feel uncomfortable.
  • Suzuki Sonoko interviews several people, leading to a long list of suspects.
  • The makeup artist implicates Jiang Xia, Yaguchi (Maki Juri's assistant), and Hashimoto Maya (a passenger) as suspects due to their motives.
  • Jiang Xia presents a theory about a poisoned object (not the chocolate, but something Maki Juri touched), implicating Hashimoto Maya.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Xia: Shows discomfort at being considered "cute" and presents a logical theory about the murder.
  • Suzuki Sonoko: Becomes overwhelmed by the number of suspects.
  • Hashimoto Maya: Panics as he becomes a suspect and realizes his request for an autograph might have motivated the murder.

Significant Themes

  • Motives: The chapter explores various motives that could have led to Maki Juri's murder.
  • Appearance vs. Reality: The makeup artist's revelations about Maki Juri's relationships challenge the public's perception of her.
  • Suspicion: The chapter highlights how suspicion can fall on anyone, even those seemingly unrelated to the victim.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia and Suzuki Sonoko: Jiang Xia tries to comfort Sonoko as she becomes overwhelmed.
  • The makeup artist and others: She implicates several people as suspects, causing discomfort and panic.
  • Jiang Xia and Hashimoto Maya: Jiang Xia's theory about the poisoned object makes Hashimoto Maya panic.

Ch. 16551650 [Backstab from a Confidant]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Hashimoto Maya realizes that two unrelated cases are connected, and both were orchestrated by Uzo.
  • Jiang Xia, the detective, suspects Hashimoto Maya due to his proximity to the victim, Maki Juri.
  • The film crew suspects each other, with the Director's wife and the makeup artist accusing each other of having the strongest motive.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya experiences a rollercoaster of emotions, from shock and fear to relief and paranoia.
  • Jiang Xia demonstrates his sharp deductive skills but also shows concern for Hashimoto Maya's mental state.
  • The Director and his wife display their animosity towards Maki Juri and each other.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal and loyalty, with the phrase "betrayal by a confidant is the most terrifying" causing Hashimoto Maya distress.
  • Manipulation and suspicion, as Uzo's influence causes characters to mistrust each other.

Character Interactions

  • Hashimoto Maya and Jiang Xia: Jiang Xia initially suspects Hashimoto Maya but later reassures him. Hashimoto Maya finds Jiang Xia reliable and seeks his protection.
  • Hashimoto Maya and Irish: Irish briefly suspects Hashimoto Maya but maintains their alliance. Their relationship is strained due to Uzo's manipulations.
  • The Director, his wife, and the makeup artist: They accuse each other of having the strongest motive to kill Maki Juri, revealing their animosity towards her.

Ch. 16561651 [Vodka: Copyright Warning] Please Vote o

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Maki Juri, a film crew member, is murdered on a plane.
  • Detective Jiang Xia investigates, starting with those who had physical contact with Maki Juri: Shinjo (Kid), George (Hashimoto Maya), and himself.
  • Jiang Xia also suspects Edward (Irish), a security guard who approached Maki Juri's seat.
  • Conan suggests that the cyanide could have been placed in the Restroom, where Maki Juri spent an unusually short time.

Character Developments

  • Kid: Initially suspected, he feels relieved when cleared but becomes wary of Jiang Xia's intentions.
  • Hashimoto Maya (George): Panics when suspected, showing his inexperience and fear of exposure.
  • Irish (Edward): Feels threatened when suspected, contemplating silencing Jiang Xia.
  • Jiang Xia: Realizes the usefulness of his 'Detective' identity in provoking suspects' Killing Intent.

Significant Themes

  • Fear of Exposure: Organization members fear being exposed and targeted, leading to paranoia and panic.
  • Power Dynamics: The Detective's power is feared and respected, even by criminals.
  • Trust and Betrayal: Characters struggle with trust issues, given the presence of The Organization and its potential betrayals.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia interacts with suspects, provoking their Killing Intent and causing panic.
  • Conan tries to solve the case, revealing his keen observation skills despite his small size.
  • Irish and Hashimoto Maya exchange silent communications, showing their shared fear and understanding of their situation.

Ch. 1657Kid in Peril

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Conan deduces that Maki Juri didn't wash her hands after using the bathroom, suggesting she was in a hurry.
  • Suzuki Sonoko misinterprets Conan's knowledge about bathroom time, leading to a brief misunderstanding.
  • Hashimoto Maya suggests checking every passenger's face to find Kid, the Phantom Thief, who might be the killer.
  • Jiang Xia agrees to Hashimoto's suggestion but later decides to find the killer directly instead of checking everyone.

Character Developments

  • Conan shows his detective skills by noticing Maki Juri's unusual behavior.
  • Suzuki Sonoko displays her romantic and sometimes inappropriate thoughts.
  • Hashimoto Maya tries to shift suspicion away from himself by suggesting to check everyone.
  • Jiang Xia shows his ability to read the room and adapt his actions based on others' reactions.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of paying attention to details in daily life for detectives.
  • The tension between Conan's young appearance and his detective skills.
  • The theme of trust and suspicion among the characters.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Suzuki Sonoko's interaction highlights the age gap and Conan's reputation.
  • Hashimoto Maya and Jiang Xia's interaction shows Jiang Xia's ability to read people and situations.
  • The group's interaction reveals their individual agendas and suspicions.

Ch. 16581653 [I've Got My Eye on the New Underling Too]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Xia appreciates Hashimoto Maya's reasoning skills, suggesting he could be a promising detective.
  • Conan deduces that Maki Juri went to the restroom to blow air into her nose discreetly, as she wouldn't do it in front of Jiang Xia due to hygiene concerns.
  • Irish suspects Conan's intelligence and makes mental notes to investigate Jiang Xia's circle, starting with Uzo, Gin, and Vodka.

Character Developments

  • Hashimoto Maya feels guilty about his true intentions and tries to keep a low profile, but Jiang Xia encourages him.
  • Conan demonstrates his deductive skills, impressing Jiang Xia and Irish, who becomes suspicious of Conan's true age and identity.
  • Irish decides to personally verify crucial points in the investigation to catch Uzo by surprise.

Significant Themes

  • The power of deduction and observation in solving mysteries.
  • The fine line between loyalty and betrayal, as Hashimoto Maya struggles with his allegiance to Irish.
  • The potential dangers of exposing one's true identity, as Conan and Irish both face.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia mentors Hashimoto Maya and Conan, encouraging their deductive skills.
  • Irish and Hashimoto Maya share a silent understanding about the investigation's priorities.
  • Conan's deductions impress Irish, who becomes suspicious of Conan's true age and identity.

Ch. 16591654 [Irish's Heartbeat Moment]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Xia reenacts Maki Juri's death, leading to the discovery that the poison might have been applied to her nostrils via foundation.
  • The makeup artist is suspected due to her access to Maki Juri's makeup.
  • Irish deduces that the poison was likely applied on the plane and that the makeup artist is the culprit.
  • The makeup artist initially resists but eventually confesses after Irish presents evidence that the plane's waste is stored, not discharged directly.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Xia (Irish): Shows exceptional detective skills, patience, and adaptability in handling a stubborn suspect.
  • Makeup Artist: Initially defiant and stubborn, she eventually confesses to the murder, revealing her motive and regrets.

Significant Themes

  • Motive: The makeup artist's unfulfilled dream of working in Hollywood drives her to commit murder.
  • Evidence and Suspicion: The importance of evidence in shifting suspicion and breaking a suspect's resolve.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Xia and the Makeup Artist: A tense standoff between the detective and the suspect, with Jiang Xia using logic and evidence to wear down the makeup artist's resistance.
  • Kaito Kuroba (Conan): Briefly suspected but quickly cleared due to lack of opportunity to apply the poison.
  • Suzuki Sonoko: Glares at the makeup artist when she becomes defensive, showing her support for Jiang Xia's investigation.

Ch. 16601655 [Case Closed]

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The makeup artist confesses to hating Maki Juri for ruining her Hollywood opportunity.
  • Conan feels something is amiss despite the case seemingly resolved.
  • The pilots start experiencing breathing difficulties, and the flight attendant rushes to help.
  • Everyone gathers at the cockpit to find the pilots in distress.

Character Developments

  • The makeup artist's backstory reveals her resentment towards Maki Juri.
  • Conan's instincts and observational skills help him realize something is wrong.
  • Irish, despite his calm demeanor, shows concern when he understands the gravity of the situation.

Significant Themes

  • Resentment and Revenge: The makeup artist's hatred towards Maki Juri drives her actions.
  • Instinct and Intuition: Conan's survival instinct and observational skills lead him to suspect something is wrong.
  • Consequences of Actions: The pilots' dire situation highlights the potential consequences of Maki Juri's actions.

Character Interactions

  • Conan and Jiang Xia: Conan seeks Jiang Xia's opinion, showing a temporary truce in their rivalry.
  • Irish and Hashimoto Maya: Irish's agitation alerts Maya to the seriousness of the situation.
  • Flight Attendant and Pilots: The flight attendant's concern for the pilots is evident as she rushes to their aid.
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