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Chapter 407 Chen Anxia's Deduction, Phantom Thief Kid's Purpose! (Please Subscribe!)

In front of the old clock tower in Gutian District, Jianggu.

Disguised, Chen Anxia and Hua Sheng blended into the already gathered crowd, gazing at the old clock tower, which was at least thirty or forty meters high, not far away.

Looking at the old clock tower, Watson couldn't help but show a look of doubt, and said softly, "The notice from Phantom Thief Kid says, 'On the night of the full moon Saturday, I will arrive at midnight to claim the loudly ringing bell in your possession...'"

"Based on this notice, the police deduced that Kidd's target was the clock on this old clock tower."

"But how could Kidd steal a clock that's several meters in diameter in full view of everyone?"

"Such a huge and heavy clock, it's impossible for human beings to steal it, right?"

"Is Kidd going to use a crane or a helicopter? But with the police's tight net, neither a crane nor a helicopter should be able to succeed."

Chen Anxia did not answer Hua Sheng's questions because there was too little data available and Chen Anxia did not know the answers to these questions.

However, Chen Anxia thought of something else: why would Phantom Thief Kid target this old clock tower?

It is clear that this old clock tower has a long history.

If Kaito Kid really wanted to make it his target, he would have had countless opportunities to strike over the years.

It's worth noting that this old clock tower is a landmark building in Ekoda Ward. It's not only famous and eye-catching, but it can't be moved, and its daily defenses are relatively weak.

Then, here comes the problem.

Why did Phantom Thief Kid choose this particular time to target this old clock tower? Was there any special significance to this timing, or was it simply a random act by Phantom Thief Kid?

Besides, what else could be on this old clock tower that would warrant the attention of Phantom Thief Kid?

Based on the targets that Phantom Thief Kid has stolen in the past, they have basically been high-value jewelry, antiques, masterpieces and other works of art.

So, it's quite possible that something similar exists on the clock of this old clock tower...

Thinking it over, Chen Anxia began to collect relevant information and data based on the questions in her mind.

As for the targets of the information and data collection, they are naturally the residents who have lived in Ekoda Ward for many years and are very familiar with this old clock tower.

With a slight shift of her gaze, Chen Anxia quickly locked onto two middle-aged women in casual home clothes chatting in the distance.

After that, Chen Anxia began to showcase his superb acting skills.

Chen Anxia walked up to the two middle-aged women quite 'accidentally' and asked in a curious tone, "Is this the target of Phantom Thief Kid?"

"Why does it look so old? What good stuff could be up here? Could the police have made a mistake?"

Upon hearing Chen Anxia's words, the two middle-aged women couldn't help but glance at Chen Anxia, ​​who was wearing a baseball cap and sunglasses.

Although they felt that Chen Anxia looked somewhat familiar, they didn't think much of it.

At the same time, as if by instinct, they couldn't help but want to answer Chen Anxia's questions and tell him what they knew, in order to satisfy their restless gossip hearts.

They said, "You don't understand. This clock tower has a history of fifty years and is a landmark building in Ekoda Ward."

"Of course, this is not because Phantom Thief Kid would choose this clock tower, and it is certainly not because of the historical value of this clock tower."

"As far as I know, this clock tower was built by a famous foreign clockmaker at a huge cost by the leaders at the time. The short hands even have the craftsman's signature. It is highly regarded in the art world."

"I think that's why Phantom Thief Kid chose this clock tower."

"Not only that, I've also heard that the large diamonds set in that short needle are real..."

"Wow, really? Is that big diamond real? I always thought it was fake!"

"I don't know either, but I guess it's fake. Who would set real diamonds in such a landmark building?"

"That's true. If the big diamond on it is real, wouldn't that obviously attract thieves?"

After hearing their words, Chen Anxia's eyes flickered, and he roughly determined why Phantom Thief Kid would target this old clock tower.

But there are still problems that haven't been solved.

Chen Anxia, ​​full of 'curiosity,' asked again, 'By the way, has there been any other news about this old clock tower lately?'

Although the two middle-aged women were puzzled by Chen Anxia's question, they didn't think much of it and replied directly, "That's true. The owner of this clock tower recently decided to relocate this old clock tower to another place..."

Upon learning this news, a glint flashed in Chen Anxia's eyes.

Then, before the middle-aged woman could finish speaking, Chen Anxia turned and left, returning to Hua Sheng's side.

Upon seeing this, the two middle-aged women exchanged bewildered glances and muttered, "What a strange person..."

On the other side, after seeing Chen Anxia return, Hua Sheng asked impatiently, "Anxia, ​​do you already know something?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Anxia nodded gently and replied, "The clock on this old clock tower was made by an internationally renowned watchmaker. Not only are large diamonds inlaid on its short hands, but it also bears the watchmaker's signature."

Upon hearing Chen Anxia's words, Watson's face lit up with realization, and he replied, "Then it seems that Phantom Thief Kid's target must be the hands of the clock."

As he spoke, a look of certainty appeared on Watson's face, and he continued, "If it were merely the hands, although still enormous, it would be at least more thieving than a clock."

"Given the thieving abilities that Kaito Kid has demonstrated in the past, there is a very high probability that he would steal the pointer in full view of everyone."

After hearing Watson's words, Chen Anxia said, "No, the real target of Phantom Thief Kid is not the hands of the clock, but this entire old clock tower."

Upon hearing this, Watson looked surprised and puzzled, and asked, "Could it be that Phantom Thief Kid could steal this entire clock tower?"

Instead of answering directly, Chen Anxia said, "I just learned that the owner of the clock tower recently decided to relocate this old clock tower to another location."

"The timing of this is too coincidental with the timing of Phantom Thief Kid's operation. Why did Phantom Thief Kid have to appear just when this old clock tower is about to be relocated..."

As he spoke, Chen Anxia's deep eyes involuntarily turned to the old clock tower not far away, and he continued, "If my reasoning is correct."

"The purpose of Phantom Thief Kid's operation this time is not the short hand on the clock tower, but to stop the relocation plan of this old clock tower."

"And if Phantom Thief Kid's purpose is really as I reason, then why would he stop the relocation plan for this old clock tower?"

My answer to this is...

"Kaito Kid is a resident of Ekoda Ward, and only the residents of Ekoda Ward would have such a special feeling for this old clock tower!"

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"Phantom Thief Kid is... a resident of Ekoda Ward!?"

Chen Anxia's reasoning clearly shocked Watson.

Watson was not impressed by Chen Anxia's reasoning ability, but by the results of Chen Anxia's reasoning.

This leads to the conclusion that the internationally renowned thief, known as the modern-day Lu Ban (a legendary master craftsman), is actually from Japan and a resident of Ekoda Ward.

Although Chen Anxia's reasoning has not yet been confirmed, Hua Sheng did not doubt Chen Anxia's reasoning.

After the initial shock, Hua Sheng couldn't help but ask, "An Xia, should we tell the police about this now?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Anxia gently shook his head and replied, "Leaving aside whether the police will believe my reasoning, the population of Jianggutian District is over a million."

"Even if Kaito Kid is really a resident of Ekoda Ward, it would be like looking for a needle in a haystack for the police to find him based on this information."

Watson nodded slightly upon hearing this, and continued to ask, "So what should we do now? Should we actively join the police force?"

"With your reputation, An Xia, I believe that as long as you reveal your true identity, you will be able to join the police force smoothly."

Upon hearing Hua Sheng's words, Chen Anxia looked at the old clock tower in front of him with a puzzled expression, and replied, "Joining the police force is not the priority yet."

"It's 8 p.m. now, and there are still about 4 hours until the time Phantom Thief Kid is scheduled to appear."

"Before the scheduled time arrives, there's something I'm very interested in that I want to investigate."

Watson paused for a moment upon hearing this, then asked somewhat confusedly, "Something you're interested in?"

To this, Chen Anxia smiled slightly and replied, "If Phantom Thief Kid really wants to stop the relocation plan of this old clock tower."

"Then his actions tonight alone are not enough."

"Whether he succeeds or not, after his operation tonight, the police will at most seal off the clock tower for a few days, and then leave after collecting evidence."

"At that time, the owner of the clock tower can restart the relocation plan for the clock tower."

Then, as Watson looked on in realization, Chen An continued, "So, Phantom Thief Kid's actions tonight must have a ulterior motive."

"So, what is the real purpose of Phantom Thief Kid's actions tonight? And what method will he use to truly stop the relocation plan of this old clock tower?"

With that, Chen Anxia turned and walked into the crowd, saying as she went, "Let's go, Watson, come with me to verify my reasoning and find the answers to these questions..."

Meanwhile, in Tokyo, in Beika Town.

Shinichi Kudo accidentally learns that Phantom Thief Kid has made a comeback and will be taking action tonight.

Without hesitation, Shinichi Kudo dialed Juzo Megure's number, indicating that he wanted to intervene in the police's operation to capture Kaito Kid that night.

Inspector Megure seemed somewhat troubled by this.

The task of capturing Kaito Kid does not fall under the jurisdiction of Inspector Megure, but rather under the jurisdiction of the Criminal Investigation Department's Second Investigation Division, the Intelligent Crime Investigation Unit.

If Inspector Megure were to rashly intervene, it could very likely cause some internal conflicts, and he might even be reprimanded by his superiors.

Putting aside everything else, just take Inspector Nakamori Ginzo of the Criminal Investigation Department's Second Investigation Division, who is in the same rank as me. He will definitely come after me afterward.

However, under Shinichi Kudo's persistent pleading and earnest promises, Inspector Megure gritted his teeth and agreed.

During this period, Shinichi Kudo has impressed Juzo Megure with his reasoning skills and helped him solve many difficult cases.

This is also why Inspector Megure agreed.

In Inspector Megure's view, Shinichi Kudo's abilities are very likely to help him capture Kaito Kid.

If Shinichi Kudo really manages to catch Kaito Kid, then his interference in the Second Investigation Division will not only not be met with reprimand, but will also be rewarded.

Even if Shinichi Kudo fails to capture Kaito Kid, as long as he performs well in this capture operation, Inspector Megure will be fine.

Inspector Megure had great faith in Shinichi Kudo's abilities.

In addition, the reason why Inspector Megure agreed this time was also to repay a favor.

After all, Shinichi Kudo had indeed helped him a lot during this period.

After Inspector Megure agreed, Shinichi Kudo rushed excitedly toward the Metropolitan Police Department, eager to capture the internationally renowned phantom thief.

At this moment, Shinichi Kudo could already imagine that after capturing Kaito Kid, he would not only become famous, attracting numerous interviews from major news media outlets, but also gaining more and more female fans.

As he thought about it, Shinichi Kudo couldn't help but reveal a 'licentious' smile on his face.