VOICE BOX - Mayfield Testing - SHINDIGS.

[shadesofgray]

 Someone just appeared in the middle of the hall just as everyone else in the town has and still are, with what is probably an expected reaction to some- there's brief shock on his face, given that he obviously didn't expect this (at least he's dressed), but the fact is he drops the expression swiftly, narrowed green eyes surveying his location, the people around him... Everything.

While perhaps not quite as recognizable to those of his world as he would be, given the clothes he was forced to wear, his hair is likely a dead give-away...

Regardless, it's fairly clear that socializing is not on his mind.

Comments

[shadesofgray]

"Doesn't it? He obviously thinks highly of you." Perhaps a slight glance down at you Conan...

"As it is... I would think the existence of things such as 'heroes' depends on the personal definition of them."

...And in his case? HAHAHAH heroes are as fake as ghosts are.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

And I have already offered my opinion on the matter. Is there something you want?

[Because Sherlock's getting bored.]

[1_truth]

[ Conan just takes involuntary step backward when Gin glances down at him. What is this? Kudo Shinichi is not some coward and neither is Edogawa Conan. There's no reason for him to be acting like this. ]

[ Sherlock is obviously not intimidated so it's actually pretty embarrassing that he can't stop himself from acting like such a terrified child ]

[shadesofgray]

"Hn. A request that you keep an eye on where he wanders," he lies casually. "He was near the bar earlier."

He knows what these waters are like now- he'll not test them any longer. Keep a cautious act around the adult, that's for certain... And more importantly, keep an eye on them both.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

He is allowed to be near the bar, as long as he doesn't partake.

[Pointed look, Conan.]

The question is: why are you so interested in him?

whooooops I thought I'd typed him leaving...

[shadesofgray]

Gin's about to spoil someone's cover.

"If you say so. The fact remains he seems to have been following me since my arrival. Perhaps he's mistaken me for someone." Not likely but still- innocent conversation is held.

"I won't linger any longer here now that the matter is dealt with however- Goodbye." If you don't say any more, he'll turn to leave...

[1_truth]

[ He's experienced a feeling like his heart has stopped five times now. It's not exactly a pleasant feeling. He doesn't trust himself to speak at the moment. ]

[ He's not exactly sure what to say that won't arouse suspicion. The less Gin knows about him the better. And talking usually has a way of revealing things. However, he can't ignore the question, that'd be suspicious on it's own. ]

[ He needs to calm down. It isn't the entire organization it's just Gin. ...yeah that's not reassuring at all. Why though? If it were Vermouth he'd probably have gone right up to her and told her something about her wings being clipped. If it had been Bourbon he would have approached him. Hell, even if it was Vodka he may have tried to find some way to approach him. ]

[ ...Maybe it's because Vodka's not as perceptive as Gin and he knew Gin would probably quickly catch on that he was being investigated. But... he doesn't have to organization at his back so really... ]

The milk. [ He finally manages. ]

I-I forgot to warn you it's poisoned. [ Not that he suspected Gin would even use milk in any of his drinks. ]

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[That was.... interesting. Sherlock watches Gin leave. He's tempted to say something, but decides not to. Once Gin is out of ear shot, Sherlock looks down at Conan and raises an eyebrow - "Spill it, boy."]

[1_truth]

[ Conan's really not sure if Gin is completely out of ear shot. There's no telling with the organization but at least he can be sure they haven't been bugged. Still though, he's not raising his voice much above a whisper. ]

As you guessed, he's with the organization. His code name is Gin, he's the one that-ah-force fed me the poison.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

And you went stalking him... why, exactly?

[Sherlock doesn't do bull, Conan.]

[1_truth]

He's part of the criminal organization that shrank me, the more I know about it the more of a chance I have of taking it down.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[Sherlock rolls his eyes.]

Stalking him is not the best way to achieve this. I am starting to question your level of intelligence, Conan.

[ERm. Yes. Sherlock calls it as he sees it.]

[1_truth]

I can't let a member of the organization wander around. Even if organization isn't here that doesn't make him any less dangerous.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[Sherlock shoves his hands in his pockets.]

What can you do to stop it?

[1_truth]

Right now, I don't know, but I can't take my eyes off him.

Besides, I need to make sure he's not watching me. If he finds out who I am then... [ he'll leave that unsaid. ]

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

I see. So you're going to avoid being discovered by stalking him....

[This is Sherlock being sarcastic. It's a stupid idea Conan.]

You're an idiot.

[1_truth]

I can't let him hurt other people!

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

And yet, you're perfectly willing to reveal who you are.

[1_truth]

If my death ensures their destruction then so be it. Besides, if I die here it's not like it'd be permanent.

And also, it's evitable that he'll come after Edogawa Conan. I have no doubt that he knows I'm the kid that stays at the Sleeping Kogoro's detective agency. He also most likely knows that I recognize him. If he was watching me, as a suspect he was, he'll want to know what I wrote in the notepad.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[Sherlock sighs.]

You're still an idiot.

[1_truth]

I'm an idiot for getting in this mess in the first place.

If-if only I had remembered there were two suspicious men that night-If I-I'm a detective. It's embarrassing to seek the truth when I have to live a lie.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

No. That was a mistake. A stupid mistake, but a mistake nonetheless. Tonight? You're being an idiot.

[Sherlock really hopes this isn't a sign of things to come. He was starting to like Conan, but he has no tolerance for idiots.]

[1_truth]

[ ....Shinichi is doing his best to calm down. It's much harder than usual with Gin close vicinity somewhere but all he has to do is remind himself that it's not the entire organization at Mayfield, it's only Gin. He's only just arrived so that must mean he doesn't have anything from the organization on him. ]

...I'll stay here then.

[highfunctioning_sociopath]

[Sherlock gives him a curt nod.]

First smart thing you've said tonight. Now, I must go and watch the rest of this gathering. I'm still gaining my bearings here, and watching the idiots interact will aid me.

[1_truth]

[ Conan has already met most of everyone in Mayfield and with Gin around he's not feeling all that social. Not if it could potentially put someone in danger. Instead he'll just lean against the wall like he had been doing earlier in the evening and stick his hands in his pocket. ]

I'll wait here then.