Sorry if this contradicts cannon.
A Father's Pride by Hrtofdrkns2
Disclaimer: I don't own DC/CC.
As I come back to bed from the bathroom, I see you on the couch. You're sitting up with Conan in your lap, both asleep. He's curled up against your chest without a care in the world.
You're so good to him. Anyone who didn't know would think he was your little brother. Hell, he may as well be your son.
You're a better parent to him then I was to you.
I remember the day you were born. You were so tiny back then. Your mother and I hadn't planned on children. Damnit we were practically kids ourselves. But that first time I held you, I thought that things could work out.
Mabey if I'd tried harder. Mabey if I'd held my temper in check. Mabey I could've spared you from crying yourself to sleep to the sound of angry voices screaming at each other night after night. But we're selfish, your mother and I. We each have to be right every time and damn the consequences. I don't think either of us even gave a thought to how it affected you.
The day Eri left you were crying, holding onto her leg and begging her not to go. Mabey if I'd said something then I could've stopped her, but I'm too proud, too stubborn to admit when I'm wrong.
Things got worse after that. I'm not the most responsible man in the world and completely unfit to raise a child. Luckily, you grew up great without needing my help. You're strong. You've always been the strongest person I know. And the kindest. Despite everything, you never left me. Somehow, even as a little girl, you knew that it would kill me to lose you.
My best memory, besides the day you were born, was that time I taught you to ice skate. You were five, I think. You were so scared as I laced up your skates you almost cried. It took me awhile to convince you it was okay. I held your hand the first few laps, but you learned quickly. When I let go and you skated by yourself, I knew that everything I'd been through was worth it to have you with me there.
I know I don't say this enough, but I love you Ran. Any man would be proud to have you as a daughter. You're the best thing that ever happened to me, about the only thing I have to be proud of. I know I can never be the kind of father you deserve. You deserve someone responsible. Someone who isn't out drinking all night. Someone who doesn't chase skirts. But still you stand beside me, the devoted daughter.
I hope that when you have children of your own you won't turn into me. I hope that you can do the things I was too drunk or lazy to do. I hope you can say the things I'm too afraid too say.
You're my gift to the world.
I love you Ran.
Author's Note: I think the next chapter will be Prof. Agasa and Ai.