Bonded By Destiny: Co x Ai/ Shinichi x Shiho Novel

Episode 1 (Approaching Danger)

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2017 August 12th Saturday

Early in the morning, people gathered at Kogoro's Detective Office. It's been a while since the last time they all met and had some fun. Laughter filled the room as more people joined in the conversation. In the midst of it all, one person was missing.

"You Rascals! Amusement Park in this golden weekend?! You're supposed to watch the horse racing while drinking a nice cold beer! Kaaah ~

"Not this again dad~ Why are you so obsessed with horse racing and beer every weekend? It's only E.I.G.H.T in the morning! Also, Sonoko bought VIP tickets to Tropical Land for everyone to celebrate the end of our second semester."

"B...But why do I have to go! You guys can go all together..."

"There are kids here too and you want us to go with them alone? Don't you think that's a bit, harsh dad!"

Kogoro lowered his tail as he could not defeat Ran in an argument.

"Oh! Thank you so much Sonoko~

How kind of you to buy eight VIP tickets to Tropical Island for everyone!"

"It's no big deal Ran. This is considered nothing for members of Suzuki Corporation! Anyways, are ya all happy, little brats?"

(Genta, Mitsuhiko, Ayumi) "Haai!"

"I'm really happy that we all can go to Tropical Island! And we are VIP!"

"I agree! Ayumi is so happy just thinking about it."

"I bet we can eat unlimited amounts of Grilled Eel rice bowls!"

All he thinks about is eating...When will he grow up? Said Conan in his mind.

"Judging from your looks, you're thinking, "all Genta thinks bout is eating". Am I right, Mr. Great Detective?" said Haibara, appearing out of nowhere.

"Ha...Haibara? What brings y- (Gets cut off)"

"Oh? What's up with the surprised face? Am I not welcomed here?"

"N...No. I didn't think you would show up today since you find everything annoying. I was expecting you to stay at home and read fashion magazines."

"Hmph. I didn't want to come here but Prof. Agasa forced me to come. Plus, this is my first time visiting an amusement park..." said Haibara with a slightly sad expression.

"Oi...Oi"

9:00 AM

Conan's group safely arrived at Tropical Island. However, an enormous amount of people were waiting in line in front of the entrance.

"Gaaaaahhhh! A...Are these people all waiting in line? You're telling me I had to give up my golden weekend just to wait in line with these kids?!" said Kogoro shaking his head in despair.

He was right. The distance between their current location to the entrance was almost 100 M as kids from all over the country came to enjoy their break before the new semester started.

Then, Sonoko, with a confident voice, told Kogoro

"Ojisan! Don't worry. We have the VIP ticket! We can enter the amusement park without waiting in this line. Let's go kids!"

While everyone was walking towards the entrance, Conan spotted two familiar black hats.

"N...No way..."

However, they were too far away to clearly identify their faces. Also, it was a very hot day so it's not unusual for people to wear a black hat.

While Conan was deeply absorbed in his thought, he didn't notice Haibara walking up next to him.

No. To be exact, while everyone was walking towards the entrance, Conan was standing still and Haibara too was standing still, watching Conan.

"...Kudo-Kun. Is something wrong?"

"Haibara...When did you come here?"

"When did I come here?! Can't you see I've been waiting here for you while everyone went ahead? So, I came to take...No I came to drag you back to our group!"

"Drag me back...What am I? A dog?"

"Anyways, what made you stand still like an idiot?"

"Oh...It's nothing. I was just enjoying the view ha ha ha..."

I was lying.

He was lying to me.

Shiho knew him well. There was only one reason when he lied or froze in one place.

"Black Organization"

"What...?"

"You freeze in one place means two things. The first is when you find a case. Second is when you spot black organization members. Since you're lying to me, it can only mean one thing. You saw them, didn't you."

"Oi...Oi"

"You're telling me a stupid lie because you think telling me the truth will make me afraid."

"B...But I only saw two black hats."

"I know. They never stir up trouble in a broad daylight. Especially at a place filled with people. And it would be impossible not to attract people's attention while wearing their iconic black suits and coats. So, don't trouble yourself with silly thoughts, Kudo-Kun."

Conan watched Haibara walking towards the entrance without any words.

"She's right. There is no way it's them. I'm just overthinking it" said Conan as he followed her steps.

Despite reassuring Conan, Shiho was feeling anxious and unsettled after entering the amusement park. If they were indeed the members of BO and I was not their target, they must be targeting someone else. Someone in this amusement park...

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Hew...This is the end of Episode one. Did you enjoy it? Leave a comment on what you thought about this story! Sorry for any mistakes. Feel free to ask me for any clarification.

I'm planning to upload the next episodes as soon as I can :)

Till then, stay healthy and safe!

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