Detective Conan: On the Forgotten Coastline

When the antidote is no longer the only answer, and the past surges back like a black tide, two souls cursed by time search for redemption and a way to live together along a river forgotten by the world. Conan Edogawa, the great detective trapped in a child's body, and Ai Haibara, the brilliant scientist who escaped the shadow of the Organization, have long been bound together by the poison known as APTX4869. Through repeated chases and battles of wits on the brink of life and death, through the brief illusions brought by the antidote and the whirlpool of feelings spiraling out of control, they are forced to face their deepest fears and desires. “Shinichi… ever since we took that drug, the same curse and hope have flowed through our veins…” “Idiot… don’t come any closer… it isn’t worth it… Let me go take care of this alone. It’s better for everyone.” “Idiot.” His voice was quiet, yet unusually clear, carrying a certainty that was almost helpless. “Look up. Look at me, Haibara.” “Your home is here, right by our side. Whatever the ‘cost,’ we’ll pay it together. Whatever the ‘trouble,’ we’ll face it together. You think you can run off alone? Not a chance. At that moment, the sunlight outside the window was warm, and a breeze brushed the wind chime, making it ring out sweetly. Ai Haibara looked into the young detective’s eyes and saw his unwavering resolve. There was no need for them to hesitate anymore. What mattered wasn’t which form they returned to, but who they would face the future with. In the end, on a calm shoreline forgotten by the world and by time, the sea breeze was gentle and the sand was soft. They walked barefoot, leaving two sets of footprints pressed close together behind them. (OOC + shipping the couple with a clear head. If you don’t like it, don’t read. No malicious reviews.)