Overall, Senichi's plan went smoothly.
Although he used the backup plan, he openly intervened in the subsequent itinerary.
Although some intelligence was released in advance, it was harmless information from the "red side," and it would expire sooner or later if not used, so it was better to make use of it in advance.
Through this early "spoiler," Senichi also took the opportunity to clarify his stance.
Originally, Senichi planned to find a suitable opportunity to speak, and this plan happened to let Conan and others know about the "FBI" while also expressing his "response attitude" towards the FBI.
At most, It was enough for Shuichi Akai, the "silver bullet," and Jodie, who had a grudge against the Black Organization for killing her father, to know his information.
Of course, it was still best to hide if possible.
After discussing the response strategy, and specifically instructing Miyano Akemi on some matters, the main task was considered completed.
As they entered into casual conversation, the atmosphere around them noticeably relaxed. Facing the grand meal made by Miyano Akemi, Haibara Ai said she needed to watch her figure while tearfully eating three large bowls.
But honestly, Miyano Akemi's cooking skills were indeed impressive, and Professor Agasa was equally happy facing this table full of dishes.
Although Miyano Akemi was responsible for daily meals, it was precisely because of this that he suffered!
Because of her concern for his health, Miyano Akemi always planned three meals for Professor Agasa according to healthy standards, so naturally, there was no chance to enjoy delicious food.
Seizing this opportunity, he also stared at Haibara with the gaze of a "killer" and ate three large bowls greedily.
...
The next day, Saturday.
With Yukiko driving a red sports car, she picked up Conan and Haibara after picking up the three little ones, and then they headed towards their destination.
Because they had discussed the plan yesterday, Yukiko didn't hide today's destination from them anymore and directly told everyone that they were going to the preview of the movie "Kamen Rider 2."
This news undoubtedly excited the three little ones greatly.
However, the few who knew the truth, including Conan, knew that besides this, they had another important thing to do.
Driving all the way to the traffic lights, Yukiko intentionally pretended not to notice it when the red light turned green. As a result, when the green light was about to turn yellow, the car behind also did not honk.
Due to this Senichi's small "trick", Conan and the others who noticed someone tailing them through the car's mirror subtly exchanged glances.
At the same time, Shuichi Akai glanced at the black car behind him and couldn't help but frown, "Exposed, huh…"
Indeed, behind Shuichi Akai's car, Senichi's black car quietly followed.
In the morning, Senichi had set off with Yukiko's vehicle towards the destination, but because he knew the location, Senichi didn't drive too fast.
Not long after trailing behind, a black car quickly overtook him, and then followed along with Yukiko's red car.
During the green light, the lack of honking from the car behind caught his attention, making him realize his own mistake.
However, after Yukiko started driving again, Shuichi Akai deliberately slowed down, while Senichi casually followed behind Yukiko, seemingly unaware.
Soon, the two cars arrived at their destination. Seeing both cars parked at the entrance, Shuichi Akai stopped a distance away.
"Are they together?" Shuichi Akai, seeing Senichi get out of the car and greet Yukiko and the children, couldn't help but ponder again.
Because the people in the front car are friends and the middle car didn't honk, so he wasn't too anxious either...
No, thinking of that man, Shuichi Akai dismissed this possibility.
So…
"A reminder... or a warning..." Shuichi Akai, watching everyone enter the house, withdrew his gaze and quietly sat in the car while waiting.
Since he had been discovered, he might as well follow openly.
Due to not being an enemy and after considering various factors, Shuichi Akai ultimately chose to wait outside.
"He didn't leave." After entering the house, Senichi turned his head to look at the black car at the door and whispered while avoiding the three little ones in front.
"Didn't he realize he was exposed?" Conan, who hadn't fully understood Shuichi Akai's abilities, speculated.
"No, perhaps he did, but he is not concerned," Senichi shook his head.
"What's the situation?" Haibara furrowed her brows upon hearing this.
"If I were him, I'd make the same choice under these circumstances," Senichi said after a moment of thought, understanding the intention behind the other party's actions. He silently acknowledged that it was indeed the action of a clever person.
Firstly, the identities of Senichi's group determined that they couldn't act as ruthlessly as the Black Organization, nor was there any possibility of a confrontation, meaning there was no real danger. At most, it would be verbal warnings or the like, which Shuichi Akai wouldn't take seriously.
Secondly, since they had been discovered, they couldn't leave empty-handed. This point was probably the most crucial for him! If he couldn't obtain the information he desired, then this operation would be a complete failure. So, it was better to achieve their goals by any means necessary.
"Hmph... Shameless!" Haibara couldn't help but snort coldly upon hearing Senichi's speculation, her impression of this "sister's lover" whom she had not formally met dropped even further.
Although Haibara had always been biased when evaluating Shuichi Akai, this time, she wasn't entirely wrong. In a sense, Shuichi Akai's behavior was indeed a bit shameless.
Taking advantage of the fact that Senichi's group, being from the "Order Faction," couldn't do much to him, he brazenly continued pursuing his own objectives.
Of course, this could also be seen as Shuichi Akai's cleverness because it was a wise move to exploit such limitations. It was precisely because he saw through this point that he was so confident.
It could be considered a form of strategizing.
However, Senichi believed that Haibara's dissatisfaction with the other party's little scheme wasn't really about that "cleverness." Her main annoyance probably stemmed from Shuichi Akai's persistence.
After all, being discovered and still stubbornly continuing to follow them was, to a certain extent, deeply ingrained stubbornness.
And if you transformed this deep-seated stubbornness into his feelings for Miyano Akemi...
Then you'd understand why Haibara was so angry.
"Alright, since he's willing to wait, let him wait," Senichi said with a smile, beckoning Haibara. "Ignore him, he's just surveilling from outside. He can't see anything inside. Let him wait!"
Hearing Senichi's words, Haibara snorted coldly again towards the outside before walking with Senichi towards the house.