I'm writing a fictional immortality script in Detective Conan.

Chapter 187 The Black Organization: Civilized, Friendly, Warm and Hospitable

As the main characters walked into the school chatting and laughing, completely unaware of what was behind them, Kuromon Haruya tactically straightened his collar and followed behind them, along with Koizumi Akako, who clearly had something to say.

Normally, a smile and respectful gaze are key to pleasing others, but Akako particularly disliked Kuromon Haruya's demeanor. Without further hesitation, she cut to the chase:

"Were you responsible for the series of explosions that occurred in the industrial zone?"

Although mages do not often interfere with changes in world affairs, they are not completely indifferent to them.

Having mastered the art of commanding various demons, she was already familiar with evil energy. Moreover, the building next to the industrial park emitted a demonic aura every day, just like a sewage chimney, making it hard not to notice it!

Hearing her say that, Kuromon Haruya became unusually serious. His brow furrowed slightly, he raised his hand to shield his eyes from the sun, and looked up at the azure sky with regret:

"Wouldn't that severely impact the city's appearance? It would be such a shame if we couldn't appreciate such a beautiful sky! Luckily, I've already demolished that building."

Is this the key point?

Just as the吐槽 (tu cao, a Chinese internet slang term for sarcastic or critical remarks) was about to spill out, Koizumi Akako took a few deep breaths to control her aloof and beautiful witch persona, secretly clenched her fists, and said seriously:

"Stop with the smooth talk and attempts to change the subject. As a participant, I need to know what you're planning and stop things from going too far."

Social tragedies caused by cult sacrifices are not uncommon, but often only those within the industry know the truth. Kuromon Haruya could blow up an entire area yesterday; tomorrow he might cause an even greater catastrophe.

The cause and effect involved are extremely significant. Since Koizumi Akako has kept her promise and become his guide in the mysticism, she must take responsibility for preventing trouble.

"The situation... has gone too far?" Kuromon Haruya looked at her serious attitude and tilted his head in confusion.

Do you still want to play dumb and fool people now? Koizumi Akako simply turned cold:

"Do I really need to spell it out? Terrorist attacks, instigating disputes, and igniting wars—these are all common tricks used by your demonic followers. Black Gate Night, if you dare to even contemplate these evil deeds, I will show no mercy."

Haruya Kuromon: ?

Good heavens, did Niglio's little black chickens always do such crazy things?

And if he remembers correctly, the Koizumi family worships the evil god Lucifer, right? Is it really okay to be so righteous?

In the past, when faced with certain questions from Koizumi Akako, Kuromon Haruya might have acted as a riddle-maker and pretended to be mysterious, but this time she was truly bewildered by Koizumi Akako's outrageous remarks.

War? Terrorist attack? What does this have to do with the organization?

Realizing with a headache that his ally, the witch, seemed to have misunderstood something, Kuromon Haruya rubbed his forehead with his left hand and quickly raised his hand to stop the conversation: "Akako-sensei! Wait a minute, let me explain!"

"Ha!" Koizumi Akako turned her face away angrily, crossing her arms: "What else do you have to say?"

Seeing her like this, Kuromon Haruya had an even bigger headache. Considering that the other party was a rare magical resource, she had to communicate properly and couldn't use convenient and cheap bullets.

Being the boss of an organization is exhausting. I long to be a carefree, fun-loving person. I might as well just dump all my burdens on someone and retire.

"Actually, I've always felt that you, Ms. Hongzi, seem to have some misunderstandings about our organization. But this is also the result of incomplete communication, so let me explain briefly."

Haruya Kuromon sighed. Matsushita's gentle and mature facade gave off an aura of lifeless corporate slavery.

"The organization is just a large transnational criminal group, and it is fundamentally different from antisocial terrorist organizations."

International organizations define terrorist organizations based on five key criteria: pursuing political or religious ends, being antisocial or antistate, using violence, creating panic, and targeting innocent civilians.

Aside from the use of violence, the organization differs significantly from the other four aspects mentioned.

"Oh? It sounds like a good fit to me," Koizumi Akako said suspiciously.

With a slight push of his index finger, his glasses reflected a sharp white light. Kuromon Haruya, pursing his lips, adjusted his frames and solemnly explained:

"First of all, the organization was established entirely out of the goal of 'pursuing immortality,' out of my personal desires, and has absolutely nothing to do with that worthless demon, politics, or religion."

Koizumi Akako: Is it really okay to talk about your own sect leader like that?

"Secondly, the organization is a group built on the foundation of harmonious international relations. While we work in the shadows, we also enjoy the leisure and well-being brought by social peace. From top to bottom, the organization is happy to maintain social stability and acts with public morality and civility."

For example, when not actively needed for action, our model workers will proactively signal for pedestrians to stop when crossing the street; we also participate in other public service announcements and charitable activities, and regularly donate to impoverished areas around the world.

Clearing his throat, Kuromon Haruya continued speaking to Koizumi Akako, whose eyes were vacant as if she had opened the door to a new world:

"Thirdly, the organization's operations always adhere to the principle of secrecy. The organization's existence cannot be hidden in evil, and regardless of success or failure, our deeds will never be made public or known to outsiders."

"We recently eliminated the spider that was threatening you. The demolition was also to counter the FBI's illegal intrusion into Japanese territory. The industrial area was undergoing safety maintenance at the time, so no innocent civilians were affected. Our actions were also approved by some high-ranking Japanese officials..."

After letting out a long breath, Heimen Yaoye felt a rare sense of refreshment, as if all the pressure of worrying about his children for so long had been released.

He turned to Koizumi Akako with satisfaction, anticipating her feedback and opinions, only to see the once quite wise witch now sporting round eyes, walking instinctively and babbling incoherently, a brief lump in her throat:

"In conclusion, both I and the organization are civilized and friendly anti-war activists. Please do not harbor any further rude misunderstandings."

"what?"

Koizumi Akako felt as if she had listened to a boring political education class, and the progress bar connecting her consciousness and body was still slowly turning.

She nodded, her eyes clear: "Okay, I misunderstood...?"

After hearing what he said, aside from the fact that he was frequently harassed, this organization was actually quite good?

"..."

As Kuromon Haruya watched the misunderstanding clear up, Akako, making an excuse, jogged to catch up with Kuroba Kaito, feeling like a university professor diligently taking an elective course.

"Sigh, these young people nowadays..."

He put his hands behind his back, sighed helplessly, shook his head, and followed the playful main characters. "Gin is still better. At least he can sit on the bench and listen to me talk about management and psychology before he graduates from the fighting class."

"However, when it comes to such a matter of principle, Koizumi Akako didn't use the Mouth of Truth to test my sincerity. Is this a testament to the admirable trustworthiness of an anime character, or is she simply too unguarded?"

But she's not alone; there are many forces in the world that truly regard the "pursuit of immortality" as the ultimate goal of their organizations.

If ordinary novelists know how to create suspense and leave clues, how could an organization that tests the cunning of politicians from various countries be any less adept?

Our desires, loves, hates, obsessions, and ultimate goals—this breath that sustains us through the long, dark night—may never be exhaled even when we are buried deep in the underworld.

"Because once a wish is spoken, it will not come true."