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Is this the attitude you want when you seek advice?
Of course, Kaito Kuroba only dared to mutter these words to himself.
Chapter 162 I'll teach you, okay?
"So, you're threatening me like this over something like this! Do you know how worried I've been these past two days, unable to eat or sleep properly because someone found out who I am?!"
Kaito Kuroba's face darkened, and he finally couldn't help but roar, "And that damn gift you gave me, why did you have to fry fish of all things! I almost drowned because of your gift, I fell into Tokyo Bay!"
Yuu Aragaki: "Sorry, I'll be more careful next time."
Kaito Kuroba: "..."
Be more careful next time?
No way, you actually want a next time?!
Kaito Kuroba couldn't help but shiver. He silently vowed in his heart that he would never approach any package delivered by a stranger again.
It's easy to lose your life.
"Sigh..." Kaito Kuroba sighed deeply, calmed himself down, and then asked, "Then why do you want to learn the art of disguise from me?"
“Hmm…” Aragaki Yu hesitated for a moment, but still gave his answer truthfully, “Because I can use it.”
Kaito Kuroba: "..."
What kind of answer is this?
Why learn it? Because you'll need it.
This answer seems to be without any problems. After all, if he didn't need it, there would be no need for Aragaki Yu to go through all this trouble to force him to come to him.
But what difference does it make whether an answer is given or not?
"You..." Kaito Kuroba's expression was somewhat helpless, as if he wanted to lash out but didn't dare. "Couldn't you have given me a more specific answer?"
Aragaki Yu: Staring...
Kaito Kuroba: "..."
He had already understood Aragaki Yu's expression; it was obvious that he didn't want to tell him.
"Ahem..." Kaito Kuroba cleared his throat, carefully choosing his words. "If you don't tell me what you want to do with the disguise technique, I'm afraid I won't be able to grant your request. After all, if this skill is used for crime..."
Aragaki Yu: Keep watching...
However, at this moment, there was a hint of deeper meaning in his eyes.
Kaito Kuroba felt a little uncomfortable under Yu Aragaki's gaze, and he clearly understood the meaning behind Yu's eyes—
How dare you, a phantom thief, say such things?
Kaito Kuroba: "..."
Seeing Kaito Kuroba's conflicted expression, and wanting him to learn the art of disguise as quickly as possible, Yuu Aragaki began to analyze the pros and cons for Kaito: "Knowing your identity as Phantom Thief Kid is like having leverage over you. If you teach me the art of disguise, knowing that I can also disguise is like having leverage over me too. That way, we can keep it a secret from each other. Otherwise..."
"Or what...?" Kaito Kuroba couldn't help but press, realizing that Yuu Aragaki had only said half of what he wanted to say.
Yuu Aragaki suddenly smiled at Kaito Kuroba: "Otherwise, I'll print the fact that Kaito Kuroba is Kaito Kid on a banner and send it to the Metropolitan Police Department's Second Investigation Division."
Second Investigation Division...
Suddenly, Inspector Nakamori's face flashed into Kaito Kuroba's mind.
Imagineing what would happen if Inspector Nakamori found out that Kaito Kid's true identity was him, Kaito Kuroba couldn't help but shudder: "Ha... Fine, you win!"
"Relax, relax, I was just joking. How could I do such a thing? We're friends, and friends wouldn't betray each other." Aragaki Yu's smile brightened.
Kaito Kuroba: "..."
Hey, hey, hey, even though you say that, your facial expression tells a completely different story!
A threat, this is definitely a threat!
However, Kaito Kuroba still seriously considered what Yuu Aragaki had said.
On one hand, you can make friends and live in peace; on the other hand, you can get into trouble and face endless problems. It's quite obvious which choice you should make.
Finally, Kaito Kuroba could only smile wryly and agree to Yuu Aragaki's request: "Fine, I'll teach you, okay?"
"Well, please."
“Although I already know your identity, I think I should still formally introduce myself.” Kaito Kuroba extended his hand to Yuu Aragaki. “Kaito Kuroba, Ekoda High School.”
Looking at the handsome Aragaki Yu in front of him, Kuroba Kaito still couldn't understand why he was so difficult to deal with. However, the good thing was that at least now he and Yu were on the same side.
Having achieved his goal, Yuu Aragaki happily extended his hand and shook hands with Kaito Kuroba: "Teitan High School, Yuu Aragaki."
……
Just a moment ago the sky was clear and blue, but now it has suddenly started to rain.
"Huh?" Yuu Aragaki took the umbrella from Kaito Kuroba with a blank expression.
He had some doubts. Where did this guy hide the umbrellas? He didn't seem to be carrying anything, but as soon as it started raining, he pulled out two umbrellas.
Kaito Kuroba naturally noticed Yuu Aragaki's confusion, and a smile involuntarily appeared on his lips. He had finally managed to win back some ground against him.
He couldn't help but proudly show off to Aragaki Yu, saying, "This is magic! Magic from the greatest magician of the future."
Aragaki Yu: "..."
Although Kaito in front of him was indeed very arrogant, he had to admit that he hadn't seen any flaws in Kaito's actions just now. Moreover, putting aside the question of how he took those two umbrellas out of his body, the more important thing was that what magician would carry two umbrellas around all the time!
This is less like magic and more like sorcery!
It's still a more practical kind of magic than that Koizumi Akako guy's...
(Koizumi Akako: Hehe...)
If Kaito Kuroba knew the doubts in Yuu Aragaki's mind, he would definitely tell Yuu in a serious tone that he should always check the weather forecast before going out.
However, even if Aragaki Yu knew about this, there probably wouldn't be anything he could do. After all, it's really too much to ask someone who can't even tell the date to look at the weather forecast.
……
The rain gradually intensified, and the sky suddenly darkened in an instant.
This rain looks like it's going to last a long time.
It seems there's no way I can stay here to admire the cherry blossoms any longer...
Without making a sound, Aragaki Yu waved to the three shikigami playing in the tree, recalling them into his Yin-Yang Domain, and then prepared to set off for home.
Kaito Kuroba was just passing by.
Therefore, both Yuu Aragaki and Kaito Kuroba silently strolled along the rainy streets, each holding their own umbrella.
Chapter 163 A staged accident...?!
If someone asks, what is the happiest thing on a rainy day?
Then Aragaki Yu would definitely answer you right now—it's about strolling through the city streets with an umbrella, watching those pedestrians without umbrellas with their heads down, rushing past you through puddles.
"Aragaki Yu."
Suddenly, a voice broke the quiet atmosphere.
Yuu Aragaki withdrew his gaze from the pedestrians on the street and looked at Kaito Kuroba, who had suddenly spoken up, with a puzzled expression.
Kaito Kuroba scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "I've been thinking about it carefully. If I'm going to teach you the art of disguise, I'll have a lot to prepare. Also, this is my first time teaching something like this, so I'll probably need to organize my teaching approach..."
"Huh?" Yuu Aragaki didn't understand what Kaito Kuroba meant.
"So, what I mean is, I might need some time to prepare properly, and I can't start teaching you right away..."
"Oh, it's okay. Just come find me when you're ready."
After understanding Kuroba Kaito's meaning, Aragaki Yu was relieved. He had almost thought that the guy was going to go back on his word and not teach him the art of disguise.
Although learning the art of disguise is something he'd like to do as soon as possible, Aragaki Yuu isn't in a rush to finish it.
"Um……"
The atmosphere between the two became quiet again, with no other sounds except for the wind and rain and footsteps.
Kaito Kuroba opened his mouth again, as if he wanted to say something, but ultimately hesitated and didn't say anything.
Although the atmosphere of the two of them walking together in silence felt strange.
But what he was more worried about was that Aragaki Yu would say something strange that would make him furious.
The reason why Aragaki Yu hadn't spoken was because he was looking at Kuroba Kaito, dressed as Shinichi Kudo, walking beside him, and his mind was racing with wild imaginations about what would happen if Ran happened to be there at that moment.
Hmm, that sounds like it could be quite interesting...
He held an umbrella in one hand and reached into his pocket with the other to hold his phone, hesitating whether to send a message to Ran and Conan to arrange a "chance encounter".
……
Time slipped away little by little as Aragaki Yuu drifted into his own thoughts.
Soon, Aragaki Yu had arrived near his home.