The Phantom Thief of Hearts || Saiouma Phantom Thief AU

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Shuichi's POV

My whole body froze in place, and I felt my head grow light.
His hat is still on my head- His hat is still on my head!- Oh fuck-
I pushed my thoughts aside to try and save myself from this situation, since this situation is quite literally life or prison for life-
I purposely gave the officer a fearful look, "I-I was abducted... and brought here... him being him made us swap hats- for whatever reason," I said as I took the hat off.
I could not believe I was lying like this, I guess Kokichi had influenced me more than I expected. I hated lying but, this was absolutely necessary. I was always told that I'm a bad liar, so I silently prayed I was convincing enough.
The officer looked at me, shocked, before calling other policemen and my uncle over.
"Your nephew was abducted by the thief-" he explained to my uncle, "Mr. Saihara it appears the threat is bigger than we expected- luckily Shuichi doesn't seem to be hurt-"
...I think I just accidentally made things worse for Kokichi-
I remained silent as they all talked amongst each other, trying to act as relived to have been "saved" as possible. Soon enough I was escorted into my uncle's car and driven to the agency to be questioned about my "abduction-" which I was extremely anxious for. When no one was looking, I stuffed the thief's hat into my bag- And while in the car I tried my best to make up a fake story.
Maybe the phantom thief encountered me while I was out on a walk, handcuffed me, and threatened me into following him silently to a hiding place?
...I guess I have no choice but to just go with that.

*Timeskip*

Soon I was seated in a chair in my uncles office, a few policemen in there with us taking notes while I began answering the questions asked of me. I couldn't stop thinking about the consequences my lie would have on Kokichi- they already saw him as a threat- now they think the threat is even bigger than anticipated.
Perfect timing, too- because of course all this happens just as we confessed our love for each other. This is just fantastic.
"Were you physically restrained in any way, Shuichi?"
I decided to stick with my original story.
"Y-Yes-" I blurted out, mentally cussing myself out for stuttering, "With handcuffs. I was handcuffed behind my back... and um-"
"Good. Next question."
And after I explained everything that totally actually happened I was excused from the office to be driven home. I would've opted to walk home instead (in hopes of seeing Kokichi) but according to the authorities my safety is to be prioritized.
I deeply regretted lying- but what else could I have done?
His words echoed in my mind,

"But what I'm after, is something more precious than all the treasures of the world combined."

He wanted my heart from the very beginning, didn't he? Well by now he most definitely stole it away from me. He has what he wants... so what do we do now?
I stepped into my apartment deep in thought. I wasn't and would never be allowed to feel this way for an enemy- a criminal- yet I did.
Then I remembered the note that was slipped into my pocket. I shut my door quickly and sat on my bed, and read it in my head.

"My darling detective,
If you're reading this it means that the cops crashed the party. Not to worry though, we'll definitely meet again. Except this time, we can make plans over the phone. It's too risky for you to try and meet up with me right now. My number is xxx xxx xxx
I love you"

I blushed at the last bit of the note, but nonetheless pulled out my phone and texted the number.

( 💙 = Shuichi // 💜 = Kokichi )

💙 ouma kun? ;0
💜 Shushuuu! HI >:)
💙 hiii
💜 On a serious note
We're both in danger right now aren't we
💙 yeah we are..
💜 Shuichi
💙 hm?
💜 How far would you go for me?
💙 at this point i'd go pretty far-
💜 Would you agree to run away with me?
💙 well,,
i'd be slightly sad to just leave behind my life like that- but- you're more important to me than all of that.
💜 So then let's. Let's run away to somewhere where they can't catch us, somewhere where we can love each other without it being a problem
💙 .. okay. let's do it then. how will we?
💜 Would you be down for one last chase?
💙 of course- but how will we run away tho?
💜 Trust me, I've got it. You'll see, okay?

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