A/N: Okay, so I thought that, instead of putting the quotes at the end of the chapter, I would put them at the beginning. And I'm sorry if Kaito's personality isn't spot on. It's hard getting it to fit the very limited description you get from the book and websites.
I also noticed that Kid doesn't have many quotes… :/ so I might just find something that would go with the chapter or something. But if I find one, I'll put it on. Or I might just do a quote from someone from Detective Conan, like Conan, Detective Boys, Heiji, Kogouro, etc. Sorry for the late update, I had trouble figuring out ideas for this chapter. If you have any ideas, TELL ME PLEASE!
Quote: "Anyone can write, but only a literary genius can entertain."
Tsukiko sat at a Diner table, looking at the paper that sat in front of her. Tsukiko took the cup sitting across from her and put it to her lips, still reading the paper. The news of the day was about how she failed to catch Kid, once again. On the other hand, Kogouro managed to make the front page again and the sports were as lame as ever.
Tsukiko set down the cup and folded up the paper, showing the front page again. There was a black and white picture of Kid's shadow on the moon. The gem that he stole that night was a small picture below that.
Tsukiko gritted her teeth and flipped the paper over. "I can't stand him!" she shouted. Everyone in the Diner looked at her, wondering what was wrong. But soon they forgot about her and went back to whatever they were doing.
Tsukiko crossed her arms and looked into the cup in front of her.
"Tsukiko?" a small voice said.
Tsukiko looked up and to the side. She was then surprised to see the little boy detective, Conan. "What are you doing here?" he said.
"Oh," Tsukiko looked at the paper, "I was just reading…something very….scary. Anyway, why are you here?"
Conan took a seat across from Tsukiko. "Ran wanted me to pick her up something while I was on my way from Doctor Agasa's place," he said. "I saw you in her and so I decided to drop by."
Tsukiko slowly nodded. Although, she seemed suspicious of Conan. "That's not all you came here for…" Tsukiko said, narrowing her eyes.
Conan's eyes widened a bit but soon narrowed and he grinned. It was the grin he usually showed when he figured out a case or knew where Kid was. "You're right," he said.
Tsukiko lifted her head a bit, what was it that the boy detective wanted with her.
"I know Kid is showing himself tomorrow night at the Tokyo Museum," Conan said, his expression serious.
Tsukiko smiled and rolled her eyes.
"I also know you have the notice," Conan finished.
Tsukiko looked at Conan with an eyebrow raised. But soon she grinned, he was a smart boy finding that out. I guess his title suits him.
"I get it that you're my 'cousin'," Tsukiko said, the grin still across her lips, "but I'm not just going to hand over that notice, 'Mini High School Detective'-san…" Tsukiko lifted an eyebrow, like the statement she just said was a question.
Conan's eyes narrowed at Tsukiko. "Tsukiko," he said, "I could-"
Tsukiko slammed her hands against the table and leaned over it. "I get it, Shinichi," she whispered. "But I don't need help in catching Kid. I'll catch him with my own power and I will get back my family heirloom." Tsukiko then got up and walked away.
Conan took a deep breath and sighed. He then jumped up and ran after Tsukiko.
Tsukiko slowed down her pace while Conan walked next to her. His hands in his pockets and he glanced up at Tsukiko every now and then. Tsukiko kept her hand in her pockets and looked at the sidewalk, seeing specks in it.
"How many years has it been now?" Conan asked.
Tsukiko grinned. "Six…" she said, a slight laugh hidden in her voice. "You should understand the reason of why I need to find that Heirloom."
"Of course I understand," Conan said, a slight bit of anger in his tone. "I get that you want to do this by yourself…"
Tsukiko looked down at Conan. "Then you understand why I don't want your help," she said.
Conan rolled his eyes; truthfully, he didn't understand very well but he still respected Tsukiko's privacy in the matter.
Tsukiko put her hand on Conan's hand and rubbed it. "Your sweet to worry," she said, "but I know the real reason why you wanted the notice." Conan's expression left his face, he was caught. "And your still not getting it."
Conan looked up at Tsukiko and saw a devil smile. But he simply smiled, glad to see her happy again. Conan slapped Tsukiko's hand away and walked a bit faster. "I should get going," he said, "Ran will have a fit if I'm later then this."
Tsukiko laughed. "She's got you on a leash…" she muttered.
Conan glared back at Tsukiko, who simply smiled at her dear cousin. "I'll see you later, Conan-kun," she said.
Conan smiled and waved as he ran away. Tsukiko waved until Conan was out of sight. She then gave a caring smile and continued on her way.