Characters: L, Near
Genre: Humor
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Near laid on the floor, a mess of puzzle pieces scattered around him. In some areas, a picture could almost be made out.
"Near," L began. He was crouched over the scene, watching as the puzzle manifested. "You have the ability to become my greatest successor."
This wasn't news to Near, or to anyone else. At ten years old, he had already held the top spot at Wammy's for more than two and a half years.
L continued, taking in the curly white hair that was reminiscent of a sheep's. "This has nothing to do with scores or exams and, Near, I need you to listen closely."
Near spared him a glance from his puzzle, letting L know that he was indeed paying attention.
Satisfied, L nodded. "Near, you are adorable. This can be your greatest asset. As far as competency may get you-and it will get you far," he confirmed. "This is a quality with no equal. There are those that cannot be swayed by logic; you need not fear these people. They are not unreachable, and with the right methods, they too can be persuaded to your side."
L paused, watching Near connect a string of puzzle pieces and attach that to another mass to his right.
"It is not simply a matter of being cute," L added. "It cannot just be a feature. You must embrace it and become it." L leaned further over the culminating puzzle, closing the distance between him and the child. "Embody cuteness and you can conquer all," he whispered. "Do you understand, Near?"
At a leisurely pace, Near raised his head and a wide pair of eyes lock with L's. He gave a soundless, but rigorous nod and resumed connecting the pieces of the puzzle.
Patting the messy curls on Near's head, L mused, "You'll do just fine."
