[That smile grows broader as the thief takes in the information. There it was, a challenge, stated boldly to his face. He chuckled, and clapped the old cop on the shoulder.]

You know me too well, Inspector. Really, you do. If I didn't know you so well, I'd be thinking that this was all insane, that I was dreaming or something. But, you know...you know...

This sounds like a good challenge. And then, once we're out, you can go back to arresting me like you always do. Just, you have to give me time. I may be Lupin III, but I'm not a miracle worker. I need more information...

And, wouldn't it be obvious even for me to pull something like this? They sound like a tricky bunch, so we're gonna have to be trickier.

[He pauses.]

From what you're saying, it sounds like Fujiko knows things. I'm gonna want to find her. Goemon too--that Zantetsuken of his, if he has it, is going to be useful. Pity Jigen's not here, but you not arresting me will be handy.

Give me a few weeks, Pops. I don't know anything here, and I need to think this through. If they can throw a moon at everyone, who knows what else they can do?