Introduction

What if Near and Mello had never existed? What if Light killed off everyone that had to do with the kira case? What if L had fallen in love before he died? What if he had a son? What if Light Yagami was now running a world government with himself as the unknown ruler? Would it be possible to stop him? Benjamin Coleman thinks it is possible. He believes justice will prevail.

Chapter 1

"Family & Kira"

His name is supposedly Benjamin Coleman, but that's not his true name. He doesn't have any friends, but friends aren't the top priority. Hes GPA in high school was always 4.6, but he didn't care. The one goal and instance that was solidly set in his mind was the death of his father. It was a mysterious death, unexplainable as to what... or who... was responsible for the sudden heart attack. His father was young when he died; around the age of 25. Benjamin never knew him, nor had he ever seen his face. There was only one living person who could match his father's face with his name... that was his killer.

~*~

University of Cal State Riverside 7:36 PM 10/2/22

Ben sat quietly in the classroom of the university that he had attended for one year. He was writing. He had recently found that his father wasn't who he claimed to be. His father was fake. He had been adopted in a way. He didn't know why his parents hid it from him or why it was such a big deal that he knew. Ben felt extremely intrigued due to the fact that no one even knew his father's name. He knew that he was different from the family. That was a sure thing from the time he was about four years old. His family had either blond or light brown hair, while his was as black as velvet. His eyes were more round and they were dark brown, rather then the familiar hazel or green that everyone else had. He had insomnia which added to his strange look and personality. The dark circles and hunched over back weren't helping him look like his relatives. On top of the looks, his imagination was incomprehensible for most. The things that Ben found humorous were usually insulting or not funny at all to most. The Colemans were very people - oriented; very happy. He was nearly always quiet and he like learning of the imperfections of the human race. His family was smart and successful, and that was one thing they had in common...

I have discovered that the one that insists on calling him 'dad' is not my father.

I found this by doing a series of calculations involving my birth date and the date my parents got together. I consulted my mother on the subject even though I was lacking enough evidence and her female emotions caused a lot of trouble. She told me that it was a secret... that I wasn't supposed to know... I'm not sure what this means, but I think that my father is a secret in himself. No one is supposed to speak of him. She couldn't have been putting on an act. I'm 97% positive that I am adopted.

As Benjamin finished his mental sentence the professor caught his eye. Ben could tell that he knew that he wasn't working on what he was told to work on. He knew that his teacher would underestimate him and believe that he wouldn't be able to finish the assignment on his own. He hated when people doubted his genius. He could understand, however, he was only sixteen.

~*~

Coleman Household. 8:13 PM

Kira allowed no judgment but his own. Kira, if he found out, would kill anyone who disobeyed his law, even children. Kira, to most people, is a god. I don't think that he is a god. He is a human being given the power to kill with heart attacks... I would never worship someone who uses power to kill. To make people too scared to commit a crime. To make people pretend to be perfect. He is the one responsible for my father's death... I'm sure of it... but why?

He cringed thinking about the whole world living in a forced lie of happiness.

Then, a quick tap on the door caused Benjamin to slip out of the rant going on in his head. He turned to see his mother, who had just a hint of depression in her eye.

"So how was your first week of your second year?" She asked plainly.

"It was fine." His voice was deep and somewhat monotone.

She was silent for a few moments.

"Are you upset about your parents?" Ben could tell that this had been bothering her.

"No, I have been quite sure that I wasn't your son for some time now."

She was quiet again.

"There is no need to worry. Our lives are just the same as they ever were, but with a little more knowledge and experience."

Although the words were supposed to be reassuring, they were spoken coldly and with little or no emotion. She looked at him, her facial expression showing her anxiety.

She always has that look when I say truthful things... then she tells me to say normal things... I have yet to figure out what it means to truly be 'normal.'

"Why do you always hold everything in?"

Worry is in her voice... how wonderful.

"Sad emotions are useless. They aren't needed to get a point across if the person is descriptive enough. They only cause more trouble and depression to them and the people around them."

He paused for a second.

"Besides, I'd rather smile then frown."

"Then, why don't you smile more often?"

"There isn't much that I find funny. Only myself, usually... the phone is ringing by the way."

"Oh! Hold on, I'd better get that."

The only thing that I'm holding on to is my sanity.

A smirk spread across his face at his ironic mental statement. A few minutes later, his mother's attitude was completely changed. She practically ran, squealing across the house in a most irritating, noise-disrupting way that Ben wanted to go out there and 'SHUSH' her. Finally, after declaring some sort of exiting news to his two siblings, she got to his room and informed him that her relatives, the Yagamis, were going to come to the US from Japan to visit.

"Fun... "

People are stupid.

Then, after she left, a big goofy grin appeared on his face as he realized what the backwards spelling of 'Yagami' was. He even laughed a little.

~*~

Tokyo Police Department 9:45 PM 10/3/22

Light Yagami sat in his office alone. A cup of tea was sitting on his desk, but he hadn't touched it. He had just gotten a call from his mother, asking him to go to the U.S. on vacation. It sounded like a good idea and besides, he needed a break from all of his work. Light was now 35, but he was still considered the best looking guy of his age group. He had no children, but he was married. Married to Misa Amane.

Going back to America is going to bring back some memories.

Hopefully only good ones. No need to be nervous about what's not there. L is gone. there is nothing to worry about. Nothing. Sometimes I still miss having those conversations..er debates really. And how neither of us would be able to find enough evidence for the other to be wrong. He was so intelligent... what a waste. Oh, well... that's just how things had to be.

I suppose I should head home now... my mother insisted that we leave tomorrow night. Misa will have a fit.

Yagami Household 10:19 PM

"BUT, LIGHT KUUUNN! There is no way I can pack my stuff by then! I have to go to work! and then I will have to rush home! and make dinner! and feed the animals! and clean up the house and... mmpphh!!" Light abruptly put his hand over her mouth to stop that horrible squeaky sound that she called a voice.

Why didn't I kill her when I had the chance?!

...Because everyone believes I am in love with her. If she dies then it will raise suspicion against me again. She doesn't remember, and yet... she still claims to love me.

It wasn't uncommon for Light to reassure himself why he kept her alive.

"Misa! We are going tomorrow night and that's just how it is, okay? I will help you pack your stuff tonight. It will be fine. I need this.. I've been working too hard."

"Okay Light." she said quietly after he released his hand from her face.

"Now let's get ready to have a much needed vacation, okay?"

"That sounds great!" she said with too much enthusiasm.

Light had no idea what kind of 'relaxing vacation time' was in store for him. He had been having that feeling... the feeling of rivalry, the feeling that someone was going to try to overrun him, but because of the absurdity of the idea, he just pushed it to the back of his mind. He would be god for as long as he lived and there would be no exception.