L walked into his home and haunched himself at his computer, "Update."

Mello handed him pages of notes, "You can read them later, I called the families of the 'missing'. They were all known for one attribute or another… For instance. Light I would say was always generous, and Beyond was always protective. These are examples, and poor in taste, however, the more digging I did the more I found. They're all very active in their communities. Something like small town celebrities. Either saints or sinners. But, all known very well to the general public. Or transients, no in betweens."

L chewed on his thumb and nodded silently then shifted his stare to Near. He twirled his hair carelessly, "After speaking with the store clerk…"

Mello chuckled, "You mean finally snapping and showing enough emotion to make him piss his drawers."

Near narrowed his eyes, "He says they masquerade as a census bureau. 'Most common birth month'. Relating to Mello's information, it seems they're targeting specific character aspects of an individual, Pisces are know for their generosity and individuality but are also know the be quick tempered and over protective. Jesus, let's hope we can stop them before they get to Gemini…"

L narrowed his eyes and started typing, "We need more resources."

Mello arched an eyebrow, "Who are you contacting?"

"Federal bureau of investigations… And Sayu. No one tell Light or he'll have a heart attack."

"Sayu?! As in Light's little sister?!" Near gapped his mouth open, "Why?!"

L smirked, "She's a valuable resource to me. She's one of Beyond's confidants."

Matt dropped his folder, "And so the Devil left behind the pieces for the Angel. It couldn't be…"

L quietly mused and smiled, "Oh yes. He clears the area, she investigates… That's how that riddle actually works. She gives him her investigations, he prosecutes the survivors. A little twisted. But, that's how life works I suppose. Or at least the U.N. She's one of the top investigators known only as 'Angel' or 'S'.

Watari smiled, "Light is no pawn either. He's a player. He's a neurosurgeon with a co-major of Pathological Psychology. He generally coordinates the U.N in tactical placement of troops. He's also the Queen's primary physician." Watari placed tea down, "Matt, you more than likely have received orders directly from Light."

Matt sat down and slumped, "Here I thought… Well I'll be damned."

L waited for his tea, "Light was more than likely using a small number of select agents. He never knew their names, so it's not like he knew it was you."

A ringing sound was heard over the speakers of the room, a female voice picked up, "If I counted three crows…"

L smirked, "I would congratulate your health."

The voice sounded relieved, "Oh, L, How have you been?" Matt, Mello and Near all shifted an uncomfortable gaze to each other.

"Pleasantries aside Sayu. I've got trouble. Are you familiar with the Zodiac and its spirits. The celestials.

The line was silent for a while, "Where is Light?"

"Safe."

"Location of the Devil?"

"Also safe."

A sigh of relief could be heard, "I've been waiting for you, I have compiled my own investigations. I'll send you the details."

"Just who the fuck are you people?!" Mello stood up furiously.

The line was silent, "Was that… Mello? The loud mouth from your graduation?"

Mello narrowed his eyes, and L confirmed, "Indeed. How soon could you be here?"

"Negative. I cannot convene."

"Sayu… They had Light and Beyond. I need as many eyes as possible." L's voice was borderline pleading with her.

The line remained silent, "Did she not hear you?" Near asked quietly.

Matt raised his eyebrows with amusement, "I can't help but think she's the only one who makes him work for her help."

L narrowed his eyes and nodded as her voice picked up one again, "Send me flight details. No one messes with my family and gets away with it." The line went dead.

Matt shivered, "She used to be so sweet."

L smiled, "Oh, she still is. She's just mad. I did after all result in her brothers capture… She'll probably attempt to bodily harm me once she gets here." He turned and dialed another number. "Remember when Beyond said, 'Connections are important.' He was absolutely right." The line picked up and silence was heard. "Naomi. I'm sending you details to my on going investigation, please clue in your team and assist as needed."

A female voice was heard, "Affirmative." The line dropped and went dead.

Mello's eyes widened, "As in, The chick from the all girls school?"

Matt grinned, "He won't be happy."

L gave them all a distant stare, "He doesn't need to know. She's only a consult."

Near smirked, "Let's keep eyes on the ground." He picked up his cell phone and dialed a number, "Lorita? Yes, I miss you too, but I need a favor. Can you swing me any details the Paris papers come across as far as odd disappearances? Right. Of course, but don't dig too deep, this is proving to be dangerous. Right, take care. Watch your six." He hung up and gave a grin to L. Near's computer chimed with an email, "She's been investigating this as well…"

Matt sighed, "YOUR sister is an investigator?"

Near shook his head, "Journalist."

Mello chuckled, "So, she may as well be."

Near read over the files she sent him, "Seems Paris has taken steps to avoid 'Being victim to the Zodiac Killers.' They've released details as they find them to the public, to raise awareness."

L monotonously grumbled, "Either very smart or very stupid."

Watari smiled, "Shall I take the liberty of contacting the other agents?"

L nodded silently, "This case has grown, they are not to engage, merely observe and intervene at the cost of an abduction. If noted." Watari nodded and bowed. "I want information. No information is too little. We need to stop this group. I'm not worried about what they're trying to do… But it seems we've stalled them… Perhaps a couple of days to find a couple more Pisces."


Light's phone chimed, 'Light! I heard you were in a car accident! I'm coming to see you right away!' Light sighed, "Sayu…"

Beyond took Light's phone away before he could respond, "No point in telling her otherwise. She's as stubborn as you… If not, worse."

Light smiled and laid on his side that didn't have the cuts, "True." Light looked up at Beyond, "How long?" Beyond raised an eyebrow. "How long have you liked me?"

Beyond bit his bottom lip, "It's not important."

Light sat up, "It is to me."

Beyond dropped himself in the chair next to Light, "Remember in freshman year… That time we went to London with the others…" Light nodded, "I believe that's the first time I considered telling you." Light furrowed his eyebrows trying to recall. "I told you that it was just some stuff… That'd I'd get over it… I never did."

Light widened his eyes in realization. "Beyond… That's… Sixteen years ago…"

Beyond offered a weak smile. "Don't make me feel worse about it."

Light pulled himself to the edge of the bed and touched Beyond's hand. "Are you kidding? I'm not making you feel worse, am I? It's not my intention."

Beyond looked up and searched Light's eyes, "I think it's fair to say you were my first love… I mean, sure I dated others prior, and I liked them… I might even have said I loved them, to them, but I never felt the way I did… For anyone else." Beyond looked down and pulled his hands back.

Light grabbed his hand again, "Stop running from it and face it then."

Beyond shifted his eyes to the other side of the room, "It's all I know how to do."

Light gave him a stern glare and yanked him out of the chair and into his arms, "Stop running then."

Beyond's eyes darted around the room and he struggled slightly, "You're stronger than you look."

Light tightened his grip on him, "Don't change the subject."

Beyond sighed and relaxed against Light, "Not going to let me go?"

"No." Light's response was quiet. Beyond closed his eyes and wrapped a loose hug around Light's sides. "Not until you tell me. I'm tired of not seeing things for what they really are."

Beyond took a deep breath, "I've liked you since I met you. You were and still are my best friend. I've loved you since I've known you, but you were happy in life. I've been in love with you, but kept my distance, because I was afraid. I didn't want you to lose that happiness. Because, I loved you more than my own selfish feelings. Is that what you wanted? Is that what you needed to hear?" Beyond dropped his hands to his sides. "Can I go now?"

Light released him and looked down, "If I had known…" Beyond turned to leave but had his hand caught. "How can you hold something against me that I never knew."

Beyond looked at his hand, "I've never held anything against you, Light. You could probably get away with murder…" Light looked away and released Beyond's hand.