Amaranth 52 Report post Posted July 14, 2011 A/N: So this isn’t my usual Kaito Shinichi thing. It’s just that I believe we need more Haibara and Akako stories here. (I swear Chelsea cast a spell on me, forcing me to write this.) But tell me if you like it. I know it isn’t so good, so please be brutally honest with me. If you notice anything wrong—grammar problems, lack of detail, or anyone acting OOC—please point them out, okay? I don’t mind flames, really. o0o “Haibara, I need to ask you something,” said Conan, slowly turning to face her after minutes of staring out the window with a blank gaze. A week had passed since he and Professor Agasa returned from London, where he helped solve a case for the Grass Court Queen, strolled though his idol’s hometown, and somehow managed to keep his identity a secret from Ran. It was tough, involving a chase down the streets of England, but several pills of the temporary antidote aided by a few cheesy lines did the trick. Such a busy week took a toll on his child body and he needed a whole day to recuperate. He was tired. Strained mentally, physically, and emotionally, he needed to escape from reality. But how could he, when every morning when he took a shower he would stare into the mirror and see himself hopelessly trapped in his child form. He envisioned himself watching Ran and his classmates grow older and getting married while he was stuck in this body. How long would he have to endure this? Months? Years? He shuddered at the thought. Until now, he still hadn’t defeated the Boss and Haibara hadn’t hit on the right formula for the antidote. This was becoming extremely frustrating, especially for the Kudou Shinichi, High School Detective of the East. There is only one truth, he would say each time he solved a case, but why couldn't he discover that ever-elusive truth in his own life? “What is it?” replied Haibara in her usual tone devoid of feeling. “About the pills you gave me last time…” his voice began to trail off. “What about them?” “Do you—I mean, how long do you think will it take before you finally develop the antidote? A few months? A year? I just want to know.” Haibara folded her arms with a sigh. “Do you want me to be completely honest with you?” “Yes.” Conan’s steely gaze spoke volumes, and Haibara deliberated for a moment whether to tell him the truth. Taking a deep breath, she mouthed her brief reply. “Probably never.” Conan stared at her speechless with disbelief. He felt like his world suddenly caved in on him. Haibara paused to let the full reality sink in. “And even if I do, there’s no guarantee that Gin and his men will spare your life.” “W-what are you saying? That I should give up already?” “Simply put, don’t expect too much. You might only be disappointed.” “How can you say that so—so—heartlessly?” he raised his voice exasperatedly. “Don’t you know what this means to me? Can’t you realize that if I don’t regain my real body, my life will be ruined forever! And Ran will—Ran will…” “Leave you? You fear that she will tire of waiting for you?” He remained silent, struggling to keep control of himself. “I know you’re desperate to return to normal, but there’s nothing I can do for you now,” Haibara told him directly. “You—how can you say that? All this was your fault! If you never developed this drug, then I wouldn’t have to suffer like this! I would be a regular high school detective and I wouldn’t need to keep lying to Ran! Do you even know how much I put Ran through because of you and your organization?” She clenched her fists. She could feel her whole body trembling. “Was she the only one who suffered? I was hurt, too!” she screamed and ran away sobbing. “Oy, Haibara! Wait!” Conan called to her, but she slammed the door and disappeared into the night. Braving the deathly chill of the night, Haibara ran blindly, wiping away hot tears, stumbling twice. She felt a stinging pain in her left knee. “Ow!” she groaned, then forced herself to get up. Ignoring the pain, she ran on as fast as she could. She just wanted to be alone, away from everyone else, away from him… He doesn’t understand! No one understands! Moments later, she bumped into someone. She rubbed her eyes and faced the stranger. “Hello there, little girl. Why are you crying?” the teenage girl asked, flicking her magenta hair back. “I’m not—I’m just…He…” she replied in a choky voice. “Oh? I guy made you cry? Listen now, girls shouldn’t cry because of trifles such as that.” “Who are you?” Haibara asked curiously. “I’m a student in Ekoda High.” “Ekoda? And why are you here?” “Oh, I felt the need to get away and think.” Akako replied casually. She proceeded to scrutinize Haibara from head to toe. Something was unusual about the girl’s aura. “You aren’t who you appear to be,” she announced at last. “What is seen is only a façade. The real you lies beneath a mask.” Haibara blinked twice. How did she guess? “What makes you think so?” “OHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO!!! I know because I am a witch. I can see into your very soul.” “A witch possessing real magic? Sorry but I don’t buy into that,” Haibara replied skeptically. “I see you do not believe me. You do not believe in magic.” “Magic only works for dreamers. Science is for realists. Because of science, lives are saved,” …and destroyed. Because of the drug, I ruined his life. “What can magic do?” “Magic gives its possessor the power to control people’s minds and make them slaves,” was Akako’s mysterious reply. “Why would anyone desire that? Why are people hungry for power to the extent that they sacrifice countless lives in the search for it?” Why did Gin have to kill my sister? Why do people seek to gain power? Akako was caught off guard and tried to evade the question. “Your thoughts are deep. You cannot possibly be the girl you seem to be.” “Why do you want to control others?” Haibara pressed. I…because...“They should serve me. I am a witch and witches deserve to get whatever they want.” A witch, I’m not sure. A brat, definitely, Haibara thought. “So you do need something from them. What is it that you want so badly?” “What I want most is—is…” Akako could think only of the one thing she desired most: Kaito’s heart. She wanted him to love her. He was the only person in the whole world whose heart she could not take by force. She smiled understandingly. “Are you addressing me alone or yourself as well?” It was Haibara’s turn to be surprised. “What do you mean?” Akako gazed upward. Thousands of brilliant stars stretched across the horizon on that clear night. “You and I basically desire the same thing. Something which is not ours to keep. Yet still we keep wishing.” Haibara followed her gaze. The evening sky was such a beautiful sight, indeed. She lowered her gaze to face Akako. “And that thing is?” “You should know the answer.” Presently, they heard shouts. Conan and Professor Agasa were nearby. “It was nice meeting you, but I should leave now. Although the odds are against us, we keep on dreaming. It is not wrong to wish. I believe that if one wishes with all her heart and soul, it will surely be granted someday. Let’s meet again when that day arrives,” were Akako’s parting remarks as she turned to leave. Haibara turned around. Sure enough, she could see Conan and the professor waving to her. She looked back to say goodbye to the stranger, but Akako had already gone, as mysteriously as she had appeared. “Who was she? What are you doing here? We’ve been looking all over for you! Next time, don’t just run off all of a sudden!” Conan scolded her. “Sorry to be a burden, tantei-san,” Haibara replied emotionlessly. She took a deep breath and walked past him. “Oy! Where are you heading now?” “Back to Hakase’s house. Is there a problem with that?” What an annoying girl… “What’s wrong with her?” he asked Professor Agasa. He just shrugged. “Ai-kun! Wait up!” Ai. Love. Sorrow. Love brings with it much sorrow, but that sorrow strengthens love. She was always hurting inside. The wound she tried her hardest to close would reopen time and time again, bringing with it a raw ache. But it was all part of being human—loving, feeling pain, and waiting. In her heart, she promised that mysterious stranger that she would not give up. Although caring and loving hurt, she would continue to hope. A gentle breeze whipped up her hair. She looked up to see a shooting star streak across the sky. Maybe I could make a little wish. She sighed. “I’m starting to believe in magic.” 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lupin of the Heisei Era 248 Report post Posted July 14, 2011 wow! cool! cool! i like it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiel95 86 Report post Posted July 14, 2011 this was amazing! i saw one mistake... but i don't remember where... the only problem was that you switched two words xD anyways... this was amazing! truthfully i dont think ai would run away crying since conan asked for the answer truthfully, she would just get angry and storm off... so you could pretty much have the same thing happen... you just dont need her to cry~ i know in my fics she does cry when sad... but mine arent necessarily supposed to be in character xD yours tho... yours was amazing if you write more i'd love to read it ^^ you did great!~~ good luck in your writing! and you say your new... well welcome aboard now~i just have a question... are you aicon or shinran? :3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hopes 237 Report post Posted July 15, 2011 WAH!! I LOVE IT~~~!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! AMAZING!! AKAKO!! OHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO~~~!! UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE!! YAY~~~!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tengaku squared 291 Report post Posted July 15, 2011 WAH!! I LOVE IT~~~!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! AMAZING!! AKAKO!! OHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO~~~!! UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE!! YAY~~~!! I think it's pretty darn good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted July 16, 2011 I think it's pretty darn good. Glad you like it. Thank YOU SO MUCH!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AiSuigetsu 110 Report post Posted July 25, 2011 wow, it's amazing! the only mistake i saw was "“Oh? I guy made you cry?" i didn't know where the "I" comes from but otherwise it's wonderful =D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tna Uchiha 23 Report post Posted July 26, 2011 Wow, amazing! I love how you put Ai and Akako together. Yeah, I concurred towards Kiel, Ai would not cry just because Conan said that way. But it's really interesting. I'd like to know the next chapter Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted August 1, 2011 wow, it's amazing! the only mistake i saw was "“Oh? I guy made you cry?" i didn't know where the "I" comes from but otherwise it's wonderful =D Thanks Wow, amazing! I love how you put Ai and Akako together. Yeah, I concurred towards Kiel, Ai would not cry just because Conan said that way. But it's really interesting. I'd like to know the next chapter Another chapter? Hmm..... But you're right. She shouldn't have cried. Guess I got carried away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IdentityUnknown 216 Report post Posted August 1, 2011 It's pretty good. Keep up the good work. I only had time to skim it, but seems nice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted August 2, 2011 It's pretty good. Keep up the good work. I only had time to skim it, but seems nice. Thanks, IU. I'll try to 'keep up the good work,' specially now that I have lots of um, fellow 'insane' friends to encourage me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lia. 45 Report post Posted August 14, 2011 I like it. Keep writing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted August 17, 2011 I will try... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lovestruck 70 Report post Posted September 4, 2011 Lol,I just realize that I read that Bfor... I forget easily, It's absouletly awesome no-chan ! <3 +1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted September 4, 2011 Oh, Thanks for the rep Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldJustal 36 Report post Posted September 4, 2011 You sended rilling of good storyness into my spine ! is that even good spelled ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hopes 237 Report post Posted September 5, 2011 *still waits for update* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted September 5, 2011 Hmm...if you want me to update, then you have to help me. I don't know what else to add. Any ideas? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
- Ryuuji - 57 Report post Posted September 5, 2011 Great story ! +REP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted November 7, 2011 I think I'll be able to update this within this week, once I finish editing chapter one and finalizing chapter two... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsukiko 73 Report post Posted November 7, 2011 This looks interesting. I love this! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aika 23 Report post Posted November 7, 2011 That was Fabulous deserves a rep and a salute. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anniemay 2 Report post Posted December 13, 2011 It's good very touching Keep going Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amaranth 52 Report post Posted December 17, 2011 Thanks. I'd like to keep going but I've given up a long time ago. I don't feel like writing stories or fanfiction anymore. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
