Light opened his eyes, looking at the sun-dappled ceiling of their bedroom in confusion.
How did I get here? He thought dazedly, still half asleep as he attempted to sit up further, currently laying back on several pillows. He looked to the heavy weight that was holding him down as he tried to move and found L's arm around his waist as he lay curled up next to him atop the covers, suddenly, it all came rushing back…
Oh god… Light slapped a hand over his mouth to contain the whimper that tried to escape him upon remembering that he was…he was…
"Pregnant…" He choked out the whispered word behind his hand, forcing himself to hear it aloud from his own lips. He glanced at L, wrapped protectively around his stomach and muffled a sob that shook his entire body, squeezing his eyes shut.
I love him…so much, but… He reached out to place a hand on the soft raven hair splayed out before him.
It's just one thing after another. I feel like I can't stop to take a breath. He carded his fingers through the silken strands and sank back into the pillows as L's arm tightened further, his soothing scent filling the air.
Maybe I just need some time to myself, away from all of this…madness. Light wondered.
There was no way he was giving up, it wasn't in his nature…but he wanted some space to come to terms with all of it. He had a sudden inexplicable longing to return home as he lay there. The idea of being in Japan, a simpler place that held much less traumatic memories was incredibly tempting.
Light smiled softly at the idea. He'd talk to L about it when he awoke.
I'm sure he'll understand why I need to do this...
xxx
"No," L replied sternly, his heart practically beating out of his chest at the idea of being away from Light. The brunet's eyes narrowed.
"What do you mean 'no'?" Light snapped out, crossing his arms where he sat on the bed next to him. "Aren't you even going to hear me out? Discuss th-"
"You're pregnant!"
"Yes, L…that doesn't mean I'm disabled," Light retorted with a roll of his eyes as he turned and slid from the bed, pacing the room in frustration. "I'm perfectly capable of flying to visit my family."
"You're still unstable and as much as I hate to admit it, you should stay near Beyond and continue to repair the bond or you'll get sick," L explained as he climbed off the covers and strode over to stand before his mate, taking his hand and stopping him in his tracks. Light scowled.
"I'm fine! I don't need him!" The young Omega insisted. "What I need is for you to trust me when I say I want to take a little bit of time-"
"Light, please…stop, okay? It's not happening," L mumbled, unable to meet the younger man's gaze.
Couldn't Light understand? That after everything they'd been through, the idea of not being by his side all the time would drive him crazy. Especially now that his husband was pregnant, he found his instincts were heightened considerably to protect and keep him close. Light withdrew his hands from L's hold and stepped away.
"You promised me you wouldn't be one of those Alphas. The kind that put me in a gilded cage, but I guess that was just another lie I've been fed…" Light whispered, turning towards the door and walking away.
"I need you to leave me alone for a little while…" The Omega muttered as he slammed the door.
"I didn't mean to…" L's throat tightened as the emptiness of the room pressed in on him, but he forced himself to swallow all the fear and self-loathing down, gaze full of determination as he finally made his way to his office.
It's for the best. He'll thank me later. L reassured himself as he sat down at his desk. I've failed him too many times. I'll keep him safe, one way or another. I'll do whatever I have to…
xxx
Beyond could feel the thrum of Light's anxiety just outside his room in the hallway, a palpable thing, like a beating heart ready to knock down the door…
He hates me.
I know it.
Who could love a monster? His eyes narrowed. If that's what everyone thought, even Light, then that's what he would be.
He promised me we'd face something like this together.
He lied…
"Come to finish the job sweetheart?" Beyond called out, bitterness a familiar taste on the tip of his tongue, sharp like a knife edge…
Ready to cut.
Ready to hurt.
"Or are you too scared to face me?" Beyond taunted.
The handle turned and the brunet entered, expression schooled into a cold, distant mask as their eyes met. Nothing B hadn't been expecting from the Omega of course.
"I think we both know who's scared Beyond, and it sure as hell isn't me," Light replied softly as he closed the door and leaned back against it, releasing a weary sigh that only served to highlight just how exhausted the younger man appeared. "Maybe you should try taking stock of your own issues-"
"Blah, blah, blah… Why are you here Light?" B sneered, even as his skin itched with the need to touch him. His arms moved involuntarily, tugging at the restraints in a near primal desire for contact with his bond mate. The Alpha's burgundy-hued gaze met Light's agonized gold-flecked irises for a brief second before turning away.
Fuck, why does he have to look at me like that? He bit back a whine of discontent at witnessing the Omega in distress.
"Don't worry, I left the cutlery in the kitchen this time," Light replied with a half-hearted smirk as he took a few steps forward, fists clenching and unclenching at his sides as he reached the nearby chaise and lay down upon it, pulling a blanket draped over the top of it onto himself and closing his eyes.
"I'm just doing what I have to. I suppose this is close enough to help the bond continue to heal. It's not as good as physical cont-" Light's stopped suddenly, brow furrowing as he let out a heavy sigh.
"But…it'll have to suffice," Light murmured tiredly as he rolled over to face away from B.
No…you don't get to call the shots here…to hell with that! Beyond thought as he turned once again to his trusted friends, always at his fingertips to call upon…
Anger.
Rage.
Malice.
"So…is this all that I'll be to you from now on?" Beyond could barely contain his growing fury. It may have 'sufficed' for the brunet, but it was far from enough for the older male. He hated that he felt an overwhelming need to wrap himself around Light, to kiss away every scowl and frown, to-
But you're a monster…
No one loves a-
"Fuck you, Light," He spit out viciously. The young man tensed where he lay, but did not turn to meet his gaze. "Think you can just come in and get your 'fix' then run off again? That's a bunch of bullshit."
"I'm…" Light's voice was unsteady as he threw the blanket from his body and rose, a choked sob escaping as he reached the door and pulled it open.
Shit… Beyond's eyes widened at the sound. Shit, shit, shit…
"Light, I-" The door slammed closed behind the Omega, leaving the dark-haired male wracked with guilt as his head fell back on the pillow and he stared at the ceiling.
"What have I done?" He whispered to the empty room.
Why do I keep fucking up so bad?
What is wrong with me?
xxx
*ring ring*
Mello tossed his candy bar aside as he reached out to grab his phone, eyes flashing with surprise as he took in the number and answered.
"Hello? Huh, what? Why are you using this number!? Why would you even be calling me?" He scowled but continued to listen, eyes widening impossibly further as the person on the other end spoke.
"Why the fuck would I help you?" Mello hissed out. "Do you know how bloody pissed-" The blonde quieted as the voice on the other end of the line spoke to him urgently. Eventually, a pleased smile slowly spread across his face.
"Fine. I'll do it, but only because I think everyone will be better off for it. I'll send you the details once I've arranged everything," Mello smirked as he hung up the phone and broke off a chunk of his chocolate bar with a snap as he hopped up from the couch. He glanced at the time as he strode from the room.
With any luck, he'd have everything squared away by the next morning and things could get back to normal around Wammy's.
xxx
L sighed as he saw morning sunshine peeking through the cracks of the heavy drapes in his office and checked his phone once more. He wasn't sure how much longer he could go without at least checking on Light. The Alpha had given him the space he'd requested after their argument yesterday afternoon and had tucked himself away in front of his computer ever since, throwing himself into his work.
I can't do this anymore. L rose and strode from the room, determined to find his mate.
I'm not going to go nearly a day without seeing him, that's just ridiculous and it isn't healthy for him either. L thought to himself as the made his way to their bedroom.
Hmm… L found their room empty and proceeded to the kitchen.
Maybe he's having a late breakfast, hopefully not coffee. The Alpha worried as he considered that they should get Light in for pre-natal care as soon as possible to better understand what they were dealing with. L's hands clenched and unclenched at his sides at the sight of the empty kitchen table, turning and heading down the hall, bare feet padding along almost silently as he tried to swallow his annoyance.
You can't get mad. He told himself. After what happened yesterday, it's only natural he might seek out Beyond, especially since he needs to keep repairing the bond they share.
The raven steeled himself as he grasped the door handle and entered the guest bedroom. He gazed around in confusion, even as Beyond slowly blinked open his eyes, heavy from sleep to scowl at him.
"What the fuck do you want?" The other Alpha snarled. L felt a sick feeling settle in the pit of his stomach as he realized Light's scent had been faint all morning, almost residual…
He immediately pulled out his phone and began to dial. It went straight to voicemail.
Don't panic. He called Quillsh.
"Yes, L?"
"Have you seen Light at all this morning? Or since last night for that matter?" L asked quickly as he ran his fingers through his hair and began to pace the room. What if he's hurt or-
"No…have you looked in-"
"Check the security cameras for the house, Wammy's, the grounds... If he's ill and unconscious again somewhere, maybe we can find him that way," L interrupted. "I'm going to ask Beyond if he's able to pick up on anything."
"Okay, I'll let you know what I find."
L hung up without another word and turned to the dark-haired male strapped to the bed, who had a look of absolute terror in his eyes and was tugging at the bonds that held him down.
"Let me up L," Beyond growled out angrily, causing the other Alpha to take an involuntarily step back.
"Oh, for fuck's sake! I'm not going to hurt you, but I can barely sense him dammit! I need to find him," His voice was frantic and as L felt the same panic build within him at the man's admission, he decided that desperate times sometimes called for desperate and…unconventional measures.
L's gaze narrowed at the man before he quickly turned to yank open the bedside drawer and pull out a pair of handcuffs with a length of chain between them.
"Fine, but you're not leaving my sight."
xxx
Light tugged the beanie he wore firmly in place as he stepped through the automatic sliding doors and headed for the first town car for hire he saw parked along the curb.
"Need a lift?" The driver, a kind-looking older gentleman that sadly reminded him of Quillsh, asked with a polite smile. Light nodded and slid in as he opened the door.
"Where to?"
Light hesitated only for a moment before giving the man the address for the high-rise apartment complex in the heart of Tokyo where the penthouse was located.
As the car pulled away from the curb, he let out a breath that he felt like he'd been holding ever since he'd slipped away the prior evening from Wammy's, praying that his absence wouldn't be noted for the time it would take to fly back to Japan. All the while, hoping that the plane wouldn't suddenly have an 'unexpected stop' to make, indicating that L had discovered his plans.
He'd still half expected to be detained coming off the plane. L's power and reach as the world's greatest detective was far and if he had wanted to, he could easily have had Light returned to him without even leaving their home in Winchester.
But he didn't.
I'll just call them once I get to the penthouse. It'll be fine. I'm sure they haven't even noticed I'm gone yet. He thought as he fought back the recurring wave of nausea that had plagued him for the last couple of hours. The Omega's stomach roiled, empty and aching.
I need to rest. This isn't good for the baby. Light's eyes widened at the direction of his thoughts, hands slowly moving to brush across his flat stomach that showed no signs of the life growing within it yet, but doubtless, it would before long.
Our baby…
Light's wedding ring caught the afternoon rays that shone through the windows and lit up like the sun, putting a smile on his face.
I love you L. Just give me a moment to catch my breath…
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