“Then who is on top of your list, Hakuba? While I may not be the most…deadly of your rivals, I’m certainly the funnest, and you my dear detective need some fun in your life. I’d hate to see your talents go to waste on a lesser criminal than me.
Hmm, nope… Our little detective of the east is currently my favorite. He keeps me busy enough without you here. Unless you’re willing to change that? I propose a game for my second favorite detective of all time. I don’t want your skills to weaken after your time overseas, it’ll do you good. If you’re interested?
"Now, now, I’m not about to give away my list of targets… Rest-assured, you are one of my favorite criminals to chase, but I’m not sure how interested I am in catching you. Believe it or not, it’s kind of entertaining to watch my little kohai chase you.”
“…though I’ll admit that I’m hurt that I’m only your second favorite detective. If you have something in mind for me to redeem myself, I’m all ears and very interested.”