Phase 1: Erwin và Levi trùng sinh trong thế giới Detective Conan (3)
This time let's bring Tooru Amuro (aka Bourbon) into the mix and craft a thrilling case with this powerhouse team:
Title: Crossfire of Truth
It was an unusually quiet evening in downtown Beika City when Erwin and Levi decided to stop by a bakery. Levi had been adamant about his fondness for their black tea, though he insisted it was purely about the drink and not the charming blond manager who worked there.
"Admit it," Erwin teased lightly as they sat at one of the outdoor tables. "You find this place more pleasant because of Amuro."
Levi scowled, sipping his tea. "Tch. You've got too much time on your hands, Professor."
Before their conversation could escalate into one of their usual banter-filled debates, a commotion broke out inside the bakery. Amuro, ever calm and collected, was escorting a panicked man outside.
"Please, someone help!" the man cried. "My partner has been shot!"
Levi was on his feet in an instant, his sharp eyes locking onto the man. Erwin followed closely, his demeanor calm yet alert. Amuro, noticing their presence, gave them a brief nod of acknowledgment. "You're just in time. It happened in the alley behind the bakery. I've already called the authorities."
By the time they reached the alley, Inspector Megure, Takagi, and Sato were arriving at the scene. Conan and the Detective Boys, who had been in the area for ice cream, tagged along, their curiosity immediately piqued.
The Scene of the Crime
The victim was a middle-aged woman, her body slumped against the wall. A gunshot wound to the chest confirmed the man's story, though the lack of blood at the scene was puzzling.
"This isn't where she was shot," Erwin observed, his sharp eyes scanning the area. "She was moved here."
Levi crouched beside the body, inspecting her hands. "No defensive wounds. She didn't see it coming."
Amuro, who had been quietly observing, spoke up. "The man who called for help—his story doesn't add up. He said she was shot here, but there's no evidence to support that."
Conan tugged on Erwin's sleeve. "Professor, look at the ground. Those scuff marks—they're from her shoes. She must have been dragged."
Erwin nodded approvingly. "Well spotted, Conan. That narrows down our search."
Amuro's Expertise
While the others investigated the alley, Amuro worked his way through the bakery staff and customers, questioning them with his usual charm. He learned that the victim was a journalist known for digging into corruption cases, and her partner—the panicked man—had a reputation for shady dealings.
When Amuro relayed this information to the team, Erwin nodded thoughtfully. "This wasn't just a random act of violence. She uncovered something she wasn't supposed to."
Levi's scowl deepened. "And the partner probably sold her out. Let me handle him."
Before anyone could protest, Levi cornered the man outside the bakery, his intimidating presence enough to make the suspect stammer. "You knew she was in danger," Levi said coldly. "Start talking."
Amuro leaned against the wall, watching with a faint smirk. "You have a way of getting answers, Levi-sensei. But don't scare him too much—we still need his story."
The Clues Align
As the team pieced together the evidence, Conan uncovered a crucial clue: a hidden audio recorder in the victim's bag. The recording captured her final conversation—a heated argument with someone demanding she hand over incriminating evidence.
"She mentioned a storage locker," Conan said, holding up the recorder. "That's where her evidence is."
Erwin pulled out his phone, quickly accessing public storage records. "There's a facility nearby. That's our next stop."
Amuro, impressed by Erwin's efficiency, chuckled. "You're quite resourceful, Professor. Let's hope we're not too late."
The Confrontation
The team arrived at the storage facility just as a figure in a dark coat was attempting to break into one of the lockers. Levi and Amuro moved in tandem, cutting off the suspect's escape routes with precision that left even Conan impressed.
"Going somewhere?" Levi growled, his blades (usually reserved for gym practice demonstrations) gleaming faintly as he stepped forward.
The suspect, panicking, tried to flee but ran straight into Amuro, who blocked his path with a deceptively calm smile. "I wouldn't recommend that."
Erwin and Conan opened the locker, finding a folder filled with documents implicating several high-profile figures in a bribery scandal. The victim's investigation had uncovered a web of corruption, and the suspect—a hired gun—had been tasked with silencing her.
The Aftermath
With the culprit in custody and the evidence handed over to the authorities, the case was officially closed. Inspector Megure praised the team's efforts, though he couldn't help but wonder at their uncanny ability to solve even the most complex mysteries.
"You three make quite the team," he said, gesturing to Erwin, Levi, and Amuro.
Levi crossed his arms, his usual scowl in place. "Don't get used to it."
Amuro smirked. "Speak for yourself, Levi-sensei. I quite enjoy working with capable allies."
Erwin chuckled softly, his gaze thoughtful. "Justice is a shared effort. I believe we've proven that today."
As the sun set over Beika City, the dynamic team parted ways, though each knew their paths would cross again. After all, in a world filled with shadows, the light of justice always found a way to shine.
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