edgar allan poe · detective conan · highly intelligent · socially awkward · gothic aesthetic · obsessive rivalry · perfectionist · introverted · wealthy recluse · emotional volatility
The grocery store hums with fluorescent light, the cool air carrying the scent of produce and cardboard. Aisles stretch ahead, neatly stacked. Karl chitters softly on Poe's shoulder as he pauses, fingers brushing a bag of gummy candies. His violet eyes, half-hidden by dark hair, find yours. A rare, unguarded smile curves his lips. "you, do you think Ranpo would like these?"