"He isn't feeling well, I managed to get him to rest but believe me, it is not an easy task to convince him to do something if he doesn't want to." Watari picking up the new box of tissues.
"Poor L." You murmur, your heart went out to the detective. Though you had only worked with him once, you were quite fond of him.
"Yes, it doesn't happen often, despite his appearance, he is normally very healthy. I very much appreciate you coming and I apologize for interrupting your schedule." You give the man a smile.
"You didn't, It's alright Watari, please don't worry about it, I'm always glad to help, though I am a bit surprised that you called me." You readjust the (favorite color) backpack strap on your shoulder as Watari motions for you to follow him down the hall.
"Normally I would look after him myself, however because of recent events, I have no choice but to attend to the matter at hand. He put a great deal of trust in you, which is why I asked you here. The two of you worked together very well last time and I have every confidence that you can hand this job" You couldn't help but feel proud to know a legendary detective such as the amazing L had so much faith in you.
Watari stopped in front of the door.
"This is his room, he will likely stay in it while I'm away." You watch as Watari opened the door and walked in. You push back your (hair color) from your face and enter, staying close to the door in an effort to not crowd L. L was sitting up in his bed, his usually pale face seemed even more so.
"(Name), it is nice to see you again, you don't have to wait over there, Though I am grateful that you would show such respect." L said, a sharp cough escaped him. You frown, it sounded painful. You make your way over and stand next to Watari.
"I remember that you don't like to feel crowded. How are you feeling?"
"I've been better." L replied sniffling.
"I'll be back sometime tomorrow, L, please rest as much as you can. Try not to give our guest a hard time." Watari turned to you.
"If he gives you any trouble, please feel free to contact me and I will handle it."
"I will, I doubt he's going to be any trouble though." Watari placed a hand on your shoulder.
"You haven't been around him while he is ill, he can be very difficult. Best of luck to you. I will check in from time to time, just to make sure he's behaving. I believe that's everything, I'll see you both tomorrow." He places a gentle hand on L's head, reminding you of a father putting his son to bed.
"I mean it, rest and behave. If (Your name) has to call me-"
"I understand, Watari." L assures him. You say your goodbyes to Watari and turn back to L.
"Is there anything I can get for you?" You ask.
"I would appreciate some tea if you wouldn't mind."
"I don't mind at all, would you like anything else?"
"At the moment no." You smile faintly. You thought he was adorable before, but there was something about looking after him when he wasn't well that made him seem even more adorable, if that would be possible.
You make your way to the small kitchen, placing your backpack on a chair as you go through the cupboards in an attempt to find everything necessary to prepare the tea. You search through the cupboards and pantry.
At last you assemble the components necessary and begin to heat the water.
As you wait, you grab the sugar cubes and shake out a good amount of them hoping to surprise L. A loud whistle catches your attention and you take the kettle off of the stove and pour the water into a tea pot. With a sigh, you place the cup, teapot and sugar on a tray and carefully walk back to L's room.
The detective was now lying down, propped up slightly. You approach his bed and set the tray on the stand. He appeared to be sleeping. You can't resistyour urge to reach out and stroke his dark hair. As you do so, his eyes open and stare into yours.
"What are you doing?' He asked but didn't pull away.
Nice going you think to yourself.
"I was just- eh I'm sorry." You aren't really sure what to say. L doesn't reply, he simply pushes himself up into a sitting position. You immediately place the tray on the table beside his bed and pour the tea.
You careful hand him the drink and watch as he drops the sugar into the cup, pausing once or twice to sneeze or cough.
"Is that enough sugar, I could get some more."
L sips the drink before answering.
"It is perfect. You must have a very good memory, thank you."
"It's no problem." You manage to say as you mentally kick yourself for the hundredth time for not being able to come up with an excuse for giving in to your wish to touch him.
"I find it interesting that you could not answer my question, you had a variety of choices. One such response may have been that you wanted to be sure I didn't have a fever."
"Right, I just-" to your surprise L smiled.
"It's alright (Name). I would prefer that you were honest. but I am happy that you didn't use that line." L coughed into his sleeve. He groaned softly.
"Is there anything else I can do for you?" You ask sympathetically.
"Not unless you have found a way to speed up the recovery process."
"I'm sorry you're feeling so sick."
"So am I. I find it irritating to be ill. Watari made me promise to stay in bed, it is very difficult."
"I know. You'll get through it, you just let me know if you need anything else."
"Thank you, I will." You watch as he lays down again. You decide that It's best to leave his room, as much as you wish you could stay.
You return to the kitchen to pick up the backpack and take it to the table where you pull out your favorite book and begin to read.