/In this fic, Beyond is 14 and L is 16. I made up the age gap because i wanted them both at a young age but i wanted them old enough to understand a relationship. Urm yeah. I also use the Characters real names in this also, so try not to get confused. Kay. Thanks!
''BEYOND! PUT THAT BACK!'' The cook screamed as I snatched a jar of jam out of the kitchen cupboard. ''Get over here mister! You are meant to be here for a punishment NOT to slob around and eat that ghastly jam!'' she continued. ''I still don't see how I deserve this just for biting Mail.'' I mumbled stormily, She tutted at my sulking and continued slicing potatoes. Not bothering to put the jam away, I stomped out of the kitchen and up the stairs towards my room. Of course, I heard the old bag calling me back but I didn't take the slightest notice. Sitting on the top step playing with numerous domino's was none other than little Nate River or Near as I was constantly reminded to call him, but the pretty red letters that danced above his head wore his true name would be the name I would call him. It was the same for more or less everyone. ''Would you be kind enough to move out the way my dear Nate?'' I asked sarcastically, he glared at me but did not speak a word. He moved his legs out the way so I could pass through. ''I would say I don't bite, but I think the bandage on Mail's arm proves that I do'' I laughed. In my mind, that is the wittiest thing I could ever say, and with that I shuffled along to my room.
Through the door, I could hear murmuring low voices; I pressed my ear to the door although no words could be made out. It's my room anyway, it doesn't matter who's in there and I have every right to be there too! Taking a deep breath I turned the knob and entered, only to be frozen on the spot. Before my eyes was A and L. A sat there staring at me, fearfully for a reason that was unapparent to me. L simply kept his eyes on A, to anyone else, it would seem as if he had not noticed my arrival but I noticed the way his muscles tensed and how he slouched more ever so slightly like he did when he was nervous. I desperately wanted to speak but no words escaped my lips, I looked like a trembling idiot. ''Good Afternoon Beyond'' L said barely audible. My name. L said my name. Oh my god. L could clearly see the shock in my eyes and decided to act. ''I best be going. A remember everything I have said. I'm trusting you keep it secret also!'' and with that he left the room. My eyes darkened and I shot a glare at A. Stomping over to him I pushed him up against the wall. ''Why was he here?'' I growled, letting my anger consume me and possess my mind. ''Why was he talking to YOU and NOT ME!?'' A whimpered at my anger and winced in pain. I looked down to see I'd been twisting his arm in a painful manner. I instantly let go realising my actions. ''Oh my god. I'm sorry A!'' I pleaded for an apology. Knowing that he wouldn't accept it, I ran out of my room.
I didn't exactly know where I was going, but I hurt A again, I do that too often. I hate hurting A, he doesn't deserve it, A is the only one that doesn't deserve the pain I inflict on others. Finally getting to the top of the stairs I went to bolt down them when I stupidly tripped over Nate's domino box. I was sent tumbling down the stairs, hitting nearly every step on the way, occasionally dragging my head along the banister, bruising every inch of my nimble body. I let out cries on each step, water pouring out my eyes. I landed in a heap at the bottom unable to move, unable to contain the sobs that now ripped at my throat. I don't know how long I remained there, but no one heard me, no one came to help. Footsteps interrupted my pained howls and I caught a glimpse of two bare feet slowly plodding towards me. I felt my heart skip numerous beats and my breath hitched. ''Are you okay?'' asked the monotone voice that I found so perfect.''I don't know, my ribs hurt.'' I managed to choke out between my sobs. L crouched down to me slowly, he slowly brushed my hair out of my face slowly with his slender fingers. He looked intensely at me. ''It's like looking in a mirror'' he murmured, I guess that statement wasn't meant for my ears, it was more of a thought said aloud. ''I best take you to Watari.'' He said more directly. ''No! I don't want to go to him!'' I spat. ''Not too keen on him then?'' he asked rhetorically ''Better tend to you myself.'' L outstretched his arms and wrapped one under my arm and attempted to pull me up. It was a bit of an awkward scramble of our limbs but eventually he managed to get me to my feet. I placed my arm lazily over his hunched shoulders, and he draped both of his around my torso. ''Where are we going?'' I asked. My sobbing stopped and only the occasional silent tear slid down my face. ''My room, you need to be checked over.'' He replied. We're going to L's room?! I could swear my heart skipped several beats when I heard that. The rest of the short walk was in silence, luckily L's room was on the ground floor so there was no need for us to try and clamber up stairs.
We reached a black glossy door with a silver L placed on it. He grabbed a key from his pocket and unlocked the door. The room was nothing as I first anticipated, I always imagined a huge high tech room with computers and bright lights everywhere, but what laid before my eyes was quite the contrary. The room was small, barely enough room for a double bed, chest of draws and a TV. A large window dominated one wall but was hidden by black curtains, which were almost certainly never opened due to the layers of dust that rested on the fabric. The room itself was painted a deep brown, and had a navy carpet. Nothing matched to be quite honest, but it seemed homely and cosy. L slowly removed his arms hesitantly, when he saw I could stand on my own, he ventured closer to his bed, closed both of his two laptops and moved them to his chest of draws. He then came back to me, he once again wrapped his arms around me and led me to the bed. ''Just wait here, I'll be right back.'' He said. He quickly shuffled out of the door leaving me alone on his bed.
I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding and let my shoulders relax. I am in L's room. I allowed the thought to sink in and I started to hyperventilate. I am in L's room! Not only am I in his room, I'm on his bed! He sleeps in this bed. Oh my god. I bet it smells just like him! Instinctually my hands reached out for one of the pillows and I brought it to my face slowly, I inhaled sharply absorbing his scent. It smelt like lavender and sugar. The smell alone caused me to go lightheaded. I placed the pillow back where I found it and placed my hands back in my lap. I waited patiently for L to return. His scent still lingering in my nostrils. Eventually he came back holding a small white box. He timidly stood in front of me expectantly. I looked back questioningly. ''Urm…Beyond, you're going to have to remove your shirt.'' He stated blushing slightly and looking down. My eyes widened. L just asked me to remove my shirt. He can't have! Not even A has seen me shirtless! I hate my torso so much! My skin clings to my ribs and collar bones and I can't forget about the many self-inflicted wounds I have covering my stomach and chest. There's everything there, from cuts to burns. If he sees them he'll deem me as such a freak. I placed my hands at the hem of my shirt hesitantly. I swallowed the lump in my throat and was just about to pull my shirt off when L said something that broke my concentration. ''Beyond. Your hands are shaking. What's wrong?'' I looked back at him and our eyes met. ''I don't want you to think I'm a freak.'' My voice shook, and a confused expression swept across L's face. Before he could question me I removed my shirt.
His eyes trailed down my torso and his eyes softened slightly. ''oh Beyond. You fool.'' He whispered. Fool? He called me a fool?! That's it. L think's I'm a fool. I don't even know why I thought he would think of me as anything else anyway. More tears welled at my eyes and threatened to overflow. L sat next to me on the bed in his odd fashion, and faced me. ''You shouldn't hurt yourself in such ways Beyond, it isn't wise. You're much better than that!'' at that my tears did flow. Once again, L reached out to my face but this time he wiped away my tears. ''Lie down, we need to see if you're injured from your fall.'' He said with a slight smile, to anyone else, that smile would've been creepy, but I found comfort in it. I liked the way L actually showed his emotion to me, and me alone. I leaned back until my bare back met the duvet. L placed his hands on my stomach where many of the cuts and burns were. ''some of your previous injuries reopened In the fall. I better fix them up.'' He reached over to the black box he'd previously brought in. He swiftly grabbed a lump of cotton wool and some disinfectant. He bathed the cotton wool in the medical liquid and brought it to my open cuts. The liquid stung and caused the pain to rocket higher than it already was. I bit my lip to stop me from crying out in pain. L cleaned the wounds slowly but surely. Once he was convinced they were clean he grabbed a long bandage and started to wrap it around me. He then moved on to caress the rest of my torso. ''Tell me if I hit a spot where it hurts.'' He ordered, after I had agreed with a sharp nod he continued to massage my body. It was surprisingly enjoyable until his hand pressed on one of my ribs. I let a cry escape my lips, ''I guess you cracked a rib.'' He informed. He retracted his hands and asked me to sit up. I followed his orders without question. He moved his hands to the back of my head and started to move my hair, looking throughout my scalp. ''Looks like you have another big bruise on your head. That could lead to concussion.'' He muttered. ''is that all?'' I asked. ''Luckily yes'' he replied. With that he got up off the bed and headed for the door. ''I'm going to go get you some painkillers, just stay there.'' He ordered and once again left me alone. I sighed and looked around. There was nothing of interest in his room. Plain and boring, just like L. I grabbed my shirt and put it back on. I laid back down on the bed, my head on L's pillow this time. I could smell him again and it gave me such pleasure, I closed my eyes and let a smile slip onto my face. After a couple of minutes I drifted into a peaceful sleep in L Lawliet's bed.