Dammit. Where the hell is Lupin?
Do you think he could have left the city?
I have a hard time picturing him giving up on a score.
Agreed.
You ready to do this?
This is not the time for hesitation.
Okay, let's go.
Let's Talk About First Loves
Who's in charge here?
You're... Colonel Tseng?!
First Lieutenant Puton, 18th Infantry Regiment, sir!
May I inquire who...
The future queen of Padar.
My apologies, sir!
It's Princess Dolma.
She must be feeling better.
We're on our way to crown our new queen.
The troops will accompany us as our security detail.
Looks like we've picked up some friends on the way to the palace.
It's all thanks to you.
Because of the airship?
As soon as I saw the Shake Hands' dirigible, I sent up a drone with a smartphone attached.
That allowed me to hack into the airship's internal network.
They were using a dongle with a range of only ten meters to run their network,
so they didn't bother making it secure.
It was no big deal.
That's where you're wrong.
You're much more remarkable than you realize, y'know.
I'm remarkable?
You sure are.
I'm starting to think I should have you on my crew.
Thank you...
Now, let's go steal ourselves a princess.
You still haven't located the king?
And what happened to the squad that went after Lupin?!
Princess Dolma's coronation is nearly upon us!
Make sure the internet stays out of action.
By order of the High Priest—
Don't shoot!
They made us do it!
We were hired by the Shake Hands Corporation to rescue you.
Shake Hands?
They want you to get the country back online,
and make it so that every citizen has access to this URL.
The king?
What's going on here?
My dear citizens of Padar...
This is your 45th king, Rajahara Sinha, speaking.
Those of you out there, brandishing weapons... Do you realize who you are pointing them at?
Once more, I ask you all to consider that.
This started outta nowhere
It's the king
I don't want to fight
Are your guns trained on your fellow Padarians?
This started outta nowhere
It's the king
I don't want to fight
What are we supposed to do? It's other Padarians who are shooting at us
So our only choice is to return fire?
Damn it all! What in the world is going on here?
Like I told you, this is a civil war, sir!
Believe me, I noticed—
Fujiko?!
Zenigata?
You came all the way here just to nab Lupin?
Of course I did.
I'd even wade into a war zone to track him down.
That's literally what you're about to do!
Where's Lupin, Fujiko?
I couldn't care less where he is.
What exactly happened between you two?
Internet access has been re-established.
The enemy has breached our perimeter.
What happened to the 18th Regiment?
They were supposed to be our first line of defense.
Well... Apparently, the bulk of them are on the move.
And why would that be?
They're escorting Princess Dolma.
Impossible! Dolma is in the west tower...
You clowns are living in the past!
You think you need a country to have an army?
"Nations" are way too slow at keeping with the times,
and that's why half of them are about to be taken off the board.
Enzo, is it true that half the nations of the world are going to vanish?
I mean... What about my country?
Don't worry so much.
It's not just the number of countries that'll reduce.
Crime, misinformation, inequality...
All of it will be less than half of what it is now.
That would indeed be wonderful, but...
It will happen!
Our PeopleLog app is pushing the clock forward.
And nations, economies, kings, even master thieves...
will become relics of the past!
It's looking like a significant number are siding with the king.
So we have lost?
It's fifty-fifty right now.
Either outcome is acceptable.
In this land, it is said that, for any great reconciliation, a sacrificial yak is needed.
Princess Dolma... do you intend to...
Father's reforms should pass with little resistance now.
Princess Dolma. For your safety...
How long has this been here?
When in a position of authority, it is wise to anticipate every eventuality.
Good work. I want you all to stand guard out here.
Yes, sir.
This is an emergency. I need to get past.
Yes, sir. Head on through.
Biometric authentication?
What's wrong?
I'm sure you're aware that we can't open it for you...
So much for tradition! This security system is cutting edge.
These biometric scanners are a real pain to get around.
This is gonna take a while...
Run analysis on the estimated response for corneal reflex and pupil dilation.
Let's go.
That was a huge help, Amy.
It's Ami.
Hey, Lupin...
Why did you steal me when we first met?
Because I thought you were valuable enough to be worth the trouble.
I'm valuable?
I figured you'd grow up to be one hell of a woman.
And look at you now: how much cooler can you get?
You're sauntering into a civil war to bail out a friend.
Well, she is the only one I have.
Hey, I've only got two friends myself.
I think.
We have prepared your escape route.
Escape?
We have many devout followers in the north.
We will carry out Princess Dolma's coronation there.
Custom dictates that we must hold the ceremony in the palace.
And lest we forget, we do not have our symbol of monarchy, the Bloody Teardrop.
I wouldn't worry about that.
Is this your idea of a joke? That's clearly a duplicate.
As one might expect, our future queen has a sharp eye.
The people, however, will never notice the difference.
You would allow a forgery to be worn at a coronation?!
Are you trying to trample all over our country's customs?!
And you claim to champion tradition? What sort of High Priest are you?!
All you care about is seizing power for yourself!
Well, the genuine article is always preferable...
But I've prepared a stand-in for you as well, Princess Dolma.
How despicable...
You wanna put that coronation on hold for a sec?
You!
Lupin III!
Hey there, High Priest. It's time for our thieving contest.
What are you talking about?
Well, you're a thief, aren't you?
After all, you're trying to steal this country, right?
What?
Come with us, Dolma.
Ami?
Your place isn't with a creep like him.
My, such harsh words...
You seem convinced you have some kind of advantage, but I assure you, you do not.
You have leaped into the middle of your enemy's forces,
only to end up as a sacrificial yak.
Stop this!
It is my duty to protect our future queen.
Lupin?
Traitor—
Took you long enough, Lupin.
We were certain you would turn up here eventually.
Hey, guys!
We got tired of looking for you.
So we decided to wait at the finish line.
N-Now, hang on a minute, Lupin...
L-Let's make a deal.
Once this country is under our control, I can give you any prize you want!
How about it?
Won't happen.
You're a two-bit trickster.
You'd need to be a proper villain.
Otherwise, even if you took the reins, you'd never really be in control.
Are you suggesting that also applies to the current king?
Well, just look at the mess they're in here.
Gotta wonder whether there's anyone in this country who has the chops to be a real villain...
A villain...
Lupin, you're an international fugitive, yes?
In that case, why don't you consider operating out of Padar?
We can tear up our membership to the ICPO and offer you protection!
You've only glimpsed the treasures Padar has to offer!
Seven types of gemstone! Solid gold necklaces!
And the women!
The women here are to die for. Graceful, innocent, and so affectionate!
Is that really the High Priest talking?
Ling... Someone hacked and crashed one of our airships, right?
"Underworld."
They put their name out there on purpose...
Get a load of that!
Just who do you think you are?
Director Albert of the DCPJ...
What's your take on this?
The coup d'état has failed. As a result, the CIA is likely to pull out.
A statement in favor of the king's plans for reconciliation won't raise any eyebrows.
Very good.
Draw up a statement for the foreign minister to sign.
Trying to pull a heist in front of him...
What an idiot.
You only have to tell me what you want, Lupin!
There are things individuals cannot accomplish that a state can make happen!
Whether that's a harem or a safe haven. Whatever you want!
Excellent timing! These intruders are here for Princess Dolma.
Eliminate them at once—
High Priest, Your Excellency!
Was everything you just said true?
You were deceiving us all along?
Oh, no...
Oh, yes.
You just spilled your guts on a live broadcast.
Lupin... you... you wretch!
Your Excellency! Answer us!
Swear before the gods that you weren't lying!
Your Excellency!
Please answer us, Your Excellency!
Your Excellency!
Just stamp "The End" on that guy.
And you, Princess Dolma! Have you also betrayed us?!
Please answer us, Princess Dolma!
No! Dolma was—
That's right.
I was—
High Priest, as long as we still have the princess, the fight isn't over.
Let's make our escape.
Stop this, Mack!
The CIA has your back.
You men! If you want your princess to live, don't move a muscle!
Wait!
You're not getting away!
Ugo!
Are you all right, Princess?!
Don't go near him!
We will not let America infest our country!
Wait! All of you, this man was...
I don't care who answers my prayers... God or the Devil...
Just someone... please save this country...
Please! Save us!
Dolma...
The American dog has been put down!
People of Padar, drop your weapons!
The reformers and the traditionalists are not our enemies!
The western superpowers who seek to devour our nation from within are our foes!
Dolma...
You wretched little liar!
You were going to—
Padar is united! There are no enemies within our borders!
Put down your weapons, and join hands with your countrymen!
Looks like somebody's got the guts to become a villain, after all.
That was pretty smooth back there, Princess.
Though, I guess you'll soon be queen.
Lupin III...
I will follow your advice, and become a ruthless she-devil.
Sounds great! I just love bad girls!
What happened to the other "bad girl," anyway?
Don't rain on my parade, man.
I have never agreed with your taste in that regard.
Aw, pipe down.
Having friends is a wonderful thing.
You'll get the opportunity to make plenty yourself.
Yes.
I am sure I will.
Dolma!
Dolma... Are you okay?
As I said...
I have found my resolve.
Not about that.
I mean...
About Mr. Mack.
I will tell you a secret.
Come closer.
He was actually my first love.
Thank you for sharing that with me.
To tell you the truth, I...
You two were having fun back there. What were you talking about?
Romance.
Ah, to be young.
Hey, Lupin...
Talking about love...
Lupin, I'm in love with you.
Look, Amy, the thing is...
After all, whenever I'm scared or anxious, I see your face in my head.
Based on that, I can only conclude that I'm in love with you.
I don't think love is something you can analyze logically...
When I become a better woman than Fujiko Mine,
I shall require an answer.
Is that okay?
All right. I'll be waiting.
You sure you don't want to arrest me?
What exactly happened between you and Lupin?
What's this? Thinking about getting a job in the gossip biz?
It falls under the umbrella of the investigation.
Well...
Just tell me, Lupin.
What am I to you, anyway?
Fujiko... You're my...
I'm taking the Bloody Teardrop.
He stole away.
Well, he is a thief, after all.
What?
It's rude to laugh when you're having a serious conversation, y'know!
Sorry...
You're a good guy, Zenigata.
Well, I am a police officer.
See you around. Thanks for yesterday!
But how do you feel about him, Fujiko?!
I hate the guy!
I am Goemon Ishikawa.
On a stormy night, with the wind roaring and a rumble of thunder in the air,
a murder occurs in the darkness of an old castle.
And the person playing detective is... you, Lupin?
A thief as a detective?
Very well. If you do not intend to steal anything, I assume you will not need our help.
You can solve this case on your own.
Next time: Introducing Detective Jim Barnett III.
Introducing Detective Jim Barnett III
Mysteries have never been my specialty.