Walking down the streets of the Beika I let out a sigh for the umpteenth time as Dino glanced over with a wry smile.

"You're sure you're not regretting it?" He asked after one of the many sighs. "Bambi did become a splendid Prince of the Forest after everything he's been through."

"I know, but no matter how many times I see that movie… It makes me just so… sad." I sighed once again as I felt him stroking my back in comfort. "And I don't regret watching it, it's a good movie."

After we returned to the bedroom, we watched several Disney classics on the flat screen while snuggling. It was very nostalgic to watch the titles again and it even brought me to tears on several, touching, scenes. The last one we watched was my all-time favourite, Bambi, and for some reason I felt even more connected with the movie than ever. Perhaps that's the reason why I feel even sadder than usual.

"Yes. Yes, it is…"

Hearing him say that in a slight whisper I glanced over and saw him looking in the distance with a thoughtful expression. At the same time I felt his hand moving from my back to my waist, gently pulling me closer to him. Something told me that he, too, was touched by our last movie. Thinking about it, Dino had somewhat the same experiences as Bambi. Deciding keep the thoughts to myself, I wrapped my own arm around his back as we walked to the fifth district while being lost in thoughts. However, our peaceful setting was rudely interrupted by a loud call.

"Yo, Sharon! Dino! Wait up!"

Having a small déjà vu moment I looked over my shoulder as I checked the life force. Thankfully, this was the real Sera and not Kaitou Kid in disguise. As the tomboy detective walked next to us, I felt Dino's hold getting firmer and I smiled a little at the gesture.

"Good morning, Sera-san." I greeted with a polite smile and at the same time Dino's hold loosened a little.

"Good morning, Sera." Dino followed with his usual smile, making the girl flinch a little.

Redirecting her look to me, she grinned, showing her canine. "Morning! It seems everything is just as fine between the two of you! Last night Conan-kun told me that Kaitou Kid was actually disguised as Dino and we were afraid things would end up badly between the two of you. Thank goodness nothing happened."

Not expecting her to mention the fact that Kaitou Kid was disguised as Dino I glanced back at the man in a slight panic. I did not expect anyone would notice, but apparently I was wrong. Then again, Conan is called the 'Kid-killer' for a reason.

Dino nodded only slightly before he looked at the young detective. "Please, Sera, don't bring that up." He said as he furrowed his brows. "It is one thing that he got me, but…"

He returned his look back to me and reading his eyes, I knew what he was trying to pull. He wanted me to act like I was the victim. Feigning a slight hurtful look I averted my eyes as I turned my head away from Dino, supposedly in guilt and anger. As my eyes met with Sera's, I quickly looked away as I tightened my grip on the hem of Dino's shirt for an extra dramatic effect. In the corner of my eye I saw her nod with a frown of her own.

"Please, Sera-san. Please don't remind me again how I felt after I found out that… that I was tricked by that fiend." I pleaded, making sure that I spat out the last word in silent anger. I knew it was not fair to make the phantom thief a scapegoat, but I knew very well that Dino and I had to be careful around law enforcement. Especially around the independent ones. If either Sera or Conan figured out that I actually helped a criminal, who knows what they might do. Besides, there was still the issue of Conan knocking me out and using my voice.

"I understand, Sharon. My bad for bringing it up."

Meeting the girl's eyes I smiled in appreciation, "Thank you."

As we walked towards the dining café Sera told us that there was a small change of plans. Because of the café owner's birthday party the previous day, the café wouldn't be open until evening and therefore our breakfast location had to be changed. They chose Beika Department Store as a sub because each Sunday they have a themed all-you-can-eat buffet. Not that I minded, as long the food is good I'm content.

Twenty minutes later we arrived at the department store and Sonoko and Ran were already waiting at the entrance of the tall building. Sonoko was the first one to notice us and as lively as the girl was she started to shout and wave. "Hurry up, slowpokes! The food may be gone if you take any longer! French cuisine is quite popular here!" She shouted with a cheeky grin.

Laughing, I raised my arm as I waved. However, I found their behaviour a little out of place. "You didn't tell them about Dino and Kid?" I whispered to Sera.

The girl looked at me and smiled mysteriously, "It's better if they don't know, right?" She winked. Looking back at the two girls Sera laughed as she raised her arm, "You don't have to worry about the desserts being gone, Sonoko!"

The brunette girl flinched a little before frowning "W-Wha!? N-No one said anything about desserts!" She sputtered in defence, as Ran only smiled wryly at her friend.

Chuckling in amusement I noticed that the bespectacled boy was absent. Well, I could understand why he wanted to stay away from me after catching him using my voice, but if it was supposed to be a secret, was not he afraid I would inquire Ran, Sonoko or Sera on it?

"Where is Conan-kun, Ran?" I heard Sera ask, pulling me out of my thoughts. "I thought he would be here too."

"Conan-kun is at professor Agasa's." Ran answered. "He had forgotten that he promised professor Agasa to help him with a game. He left early this morning."

"Eh? Well, that's too bad. Anyway, let's go!"

As Dino and I followed the three girls inside the department store, we, or rather Sonoko, talked about yesterday's events. She kept repeating how unfortunate it was that Kid was not present at the heist, as Dino and I kept our polite-smile-poker faces. There was no need for a fan like her to know that Kid was actually there. Thankfully, Dino switched the object to Sonoko's uncle, Suzuki Jirokichi, and I inquired on Ran's father later on.

Thus during breakfast, Ran told us that her father is the renowned private detective Mouri Kogoro, otherwise known as Nemuri no Kogoro, or Sleeping Kogoro. She explained that he got the nickname because he always looks like he is asleep when he solves a case and that alerted me, considering that it sounded a lot like my own situation at the museum. I was knocked out by some tranquiliser and I woke up hearing my own voice. Knowing that I would hold onto it, I discreetly inquired to some 'noteworthy' cases and to my surprise Ran and Conan would be around when there was a crime was solved by the renowned detective. When I inquired about Sonoko's nickname of Deduction Queen, Ran explained proudly that her friend was on par as her father. Apparently she, too, looked like she was asleep when she solves a crime and Sonoko could only laugh heartedly in self-esteem. However, her laugh was strained and I had a pretty good idea why. I did not ask, but I was certain that Conan was also present whenever Sonoko 'solves' a crime. Meaning, the boy would knock out the Suzuki heiress and uses her voice to explain the whole case. When Sonoko wakes up from her slumber, she would not recall anything. Most likely it was the same with Ran's father.

However, even if I figured out Conan was the one behind all of this, there was still the question of why. Why would Conan, a young boy, go through such length? Why would he hide behind others to solve crimes? Not to mention all the gadgets he carried, why would he carry all those items? Was it actually possible that the boy was indeed once a full grown detective? If so, was he looking for the people that made him a child? Was that the reason why he impersonated a private detective to find the culprits? But what about Sonoko? What was her role? And me, in last night's event? Why did he nick me or was I just a mistake?

As the questions multiplied, I felt a headache coming up and I let the subject go for the moment. I knew letting go of this matter would be tough, but I also knew that it was not worth the headache.

The rest of the time it went on peacefully and we learnt that both Sonoko and Ran have a sweet tooth. After we had our breakfast, they immediately went for the cakes and other pastries. I had the feeling that they had actually planned to go to the buffet instead of Poirot's.

After we were done, we parted ways. Ran had karate training with the club members of her high school, Sonoko had an appointment with her hairdresser and Sera had to investigate something for a client. After we said our goodbyes, Dino and I stayed at the store and I let out small sighs occasionally as we walked around at a leisure pace.

"There is definitely something off about that boy." Dino said as we looked at some jewellery behind a vitrine. "Or something alike that's spooking through your head."

"So it's that obvious, huh?" I chuckled as I glanced over to him.

"Well, there is obviously some kind of connection between Conan, Mouri Kogoro and Suzuki Sonoko. It is just too much of a coincidence. What do you think of these? I think they'd look good on you."

Chuckling at his casualness I looked back at the vitrine and saw him pointing to a pair of earrings. However, my breath hitched at the sight of the golden coloured chandelier earrings. It started off simple with a triangle, followed by a small stone. Then a medium large oval hoop followed, embedded with smaller crystals, as it made a loop at the bottom. To finish the piece, five larger crystals were dangling from the bottom as one crystal dangled in the middle of the hoop.

"Before you say anything, I'm only saying they would look good on you." Dino added.

Tearing my eyes away of the two pieces, I looked at the grinning blonde. While I adore jewellery like any other girl, I had mixed feelings of the sparkling pieces. It was one thing that they were designed nicely, but they were also very eye catching. Knowing myself, I would never wear them on casual bases.

"Hm, well, they are nice…" I muttered as I looked back at the glimmering pieces, under the warm spotlights. "Even if you say they'd look good on me, I doubt I would wear them on regular bases." Sighing, I turned around. "It's better to walk away now before I become attached to them."

"Wait, what? You like them, but you don't want them?" Dino sputtered as I looked at him.

"Want is a big word." I laughed as I took my first step away from the jewellery store. "A person can desire many things, but the question is to what end? Even if I want those earrings, I already know that I won't wear them. Having them, but not using is, well, a waste I suppose."

As Dino walked next to me he chuckled, "What am I going to do with a girlfriend who is difficult to please?"

Not expecting such words, another laugh escaped as I hit his arm playfully, "I'm not that difficult. Besides, I am happy you won that plush for me."

"I had to work quite hard to get that one." He smiled, before he gave me a wink. "In other words, I had to go through hard times to please you."

"Oh, c'mon! Don't blame that on me." I laughed as I saw his playful expression. "Besides, you were enjoying yourself fully and you know it."

"I doubt that though." He countered with a smug smile.

"Yeah, right. Like I would believe you with that grin of yours."

As we exchanged a laugh, Dino's phone rang. Assuming that it was Romario with an update on the sued side branch, I distanced myself a little to give the Don some personal space. When Dino smiled in appreciation, my own phone rang. Getting the device out of my purse I saw Uncle as caller ID and I frowned at the sudden call. Considering that my parent usually calls me when his Sharon-sensor goes off, I had the feeling this was anything but a check-up call.

"What's up, Uncle?" I answered with a faux cheerfulness as I automatically checked my surroundings.

"Leave the building immediately, Sharon. No questions. Get out, now."

Despite that I expected a non-check-up call, I did not expect to hear him speak in such a demanding and dreadful tone. Especially since he called me by my name instead of the usual nick. Just because of that, a bad sensation went through my body and I acted on the command without a second to lose. "Copy that." I replied as I turned around, facing Dino.

"Good. I'll be waiting across the department store." I heard him say before he hung up.

Apparently Dino got the same call because he nodded with a serious expression. "Let's go, Sharon."