"So, the Yagami boy, is he the one?"
"Yes. Everyone on the force trusts him and there is a fifty percent chance they dislike me more for my suspicions."
"It is such a simple task to lead the ignorant astray. By the way, after they left did you see the look on his face?"
"No, what was wrong?"
"When we were talking, out of the corner of my eye I saw him looking back at us. If the stereotypical mass murderer had a content expression, it was on Yagami's face."
"I don't doubt you at all. If only we could have caught that on tape we could have used it as evidence."
"If he saw us acting friendly as more than common acquaintances, there is a chance he might try to use me to get the better of you."
"Yes. Knowing Light-kun and his manipulative ways, on account of his inflated ego, due to his looks and intelligence, there is a fifty-seven percent chance. By the by, how is Ace enjoying retirement?"
"Actually, he has been following the case most intently. He made a package of notes for you."
"Thank you. Let's see, 'To L III: Good luck. I hope these help. Try not to get to get yourself killed so you can get as old as Quillsh and retire with me. I'm sure that Near kid will be ready by then. –Ace'. Kal?"
"Hm? Yes Lawliet?"
"I suspect that Kira can manipulate his victim's actions before they die. If you do something completely unlike you that leads to my demise, I will not blame you."
"Well then let's just ensure no one discovers my name shall we."
"Ah Kal, always looking on the bright side."
"Of course. It's what I do. Why else do you think justice is always served right in my stories?"
Light was sitting at his desk, writing names in the Death Note as usual, and as usual Ryuk was sprawled on Light's bed scarfing down apples.
"So Light, what are you going to do about K?" Ryuk smirked, as much as someone stuck in a perpetual smile can smirk.
"Well, you've seen what I can do when it comes to women right?"
"Uh-huh. Actually those situations were quite amusing. So?"
"All I have to do is secretly flirt with her. She's sure to respond, which will annoy L, and after awhile she'll do anything for me including give me L's name. They're all the same, women."
There were many flaws in that plan that Ryuk could have mentioned, but since he wasn't on Lights side per say, he decided not to. Besides, what in the human or shinigami worlds is more amusing than someone being led on a merry chase when they are positive they are in fact the leader?
Next Chapter: Light puts his plans into action. Light fans beware, Light haters rejoice! If you have questions such as 'why L III?' and 'who the heck is this Ace person?', don't worry, all will be explained in the prequel. PLEASE! I need comments. If it was bad don't just put "this sucks". I would like constructive criticism so tell me what I can change. Thanks! – Panther
