One week later, it was finally time for the big night. Ran went over to Sonoko's house to get ready, and then returned home to wait for Shinichi to pick her up. He showed up in his dark blue tuxedo with a regular red tie. He grinned at Ran.
"You look beautiful, Ran," he said.
"Thank you. So do you, Shinichi. I mean, you look handsome," she replied.
He held out his arm and led her to a limousine. They stepped inside, and Shinichi looked around frantically. Finally, he produced a corsage with a red orchid.
"Oh, Shinichi, it's beautiful!" Ran cried. She pinned a red rose on him, and stuck him with it.
Ran got very embarrassed and mumbled an apology. "I'm really sorry. Are you okay?"
"Yeah, I'm fine," he replied. Right then, the limousine stopped and Shinichi opened the door. Holding out his arm, he said, "Shall we?"
"Yeah..." Ran said, holding onto him.
They walked in, and Ran spotted Sonoko in her bright pink dress, talking with Makoto. Ran waved, and Sonoko returned with a thumbs up. For a second, she also thought she saw Kogoro spiking the punch, but quickly convinced herself that it was not him. She didn't really care if he was there, as Shinchi was right in front of her. Finally.
The first slow dance came, and Shinchi led her to the floor. They danced quite stiffly, as though embarrassed. They avoided each other's eyes for a while, and when they looked up at the same time, they shifted their gazes to opposite directions again. After a little while, and a few more dances, Ran went off to talk with Sonoko, leaving Shinichi slightly confused.
"Hi Ran! Like I said, that dress looks awesome on you!" Sonoko chirped.
"Thanks. I really like the one you picked out."
"So, how's it going with Mr. Detective?"
"Um, okay, I guess..."
"Is he a good dancer?"
"Well..."
"Anyway, I'll see you later. Makoto is waiting for me."
"Um, Sonoko?"
"What?"
"...Nothing."
"Ok then. Bye." Sonoko went off to find Makoto, and Ran caught up with Shinichi. There was only one hour left of prom. When it was time for the last dance, Shinichi was suddenly different. As they danced, he held her close. She could hear his heart beating very fast. As the music stopped, he leaned in. To Ran, it looked like he was going to try to kiss her, but instead he whispered. "Ran, I have to tell you something. Can you stay over at my place for a little while?"
"Um, but I..." Ran was slightly embarrassed at the idea.
"Please, Ran." Shinichi looked at her with a serious expresssion.
"O...Okay."
The two walked out and into the limo. They didn't talk at all while waiting to get to Shinichi's, but instead refused to look at each other. When it stopped, Shinichi tipped the driver and unlocked the gate. After relocking it, he led Ran to the door. He opened it, and they walked in.
A/N: So, I bet you're wondering what happens next! Well, if I get reviews, then I will put up the next chapter! Thanks to you who already reviewed.