Ep. 39: Lupin infiltrates a Hong Kong smuggling operation involving thousands of chickens and missing diamonds.
Aired on July 3, 1978
Lupin and Jigen board a vessel suspected of transporting diamonds, only to discover thousands of chickens instead. The gang subsequently infiltrates the Hong Kong smuggling boss's hideout, where illicit diamond sales were supposedly taking place. However, the diamonds are completely absent from the scene. The narrative focuses on the mystery surrounding the unexpected presence of the poultry and the disappearance of the valuable stones. Lupin must investigate the situation to uncover the truth behind the bizarre cargo and the missing gems, determining if the chickens hold the key to the smuggling operation's secrets.
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