a/n: I do not own any rights to the Sia song quoted within
I had a one-way ticket to a place where all the demons go
Where the wind don't change
And nothing in the ground can ever grow
No hope, just lies
And you're taught to cry in your pillow
But I survived
I'm still breathing, I'm still breathing
I'm still breathing, I'm still breathing
I'm alive
Alive – Sia – This is Acting
The elevator pinged at L's floor. Both the detective and Aizawa stepped off. The NPA officer had his gun drawn, while L's was unfortunately in the safe in his room. Mogi and Matsuda had disembarked at the floor below, which was also entirely commandeered by L and where Sayu's rooms were. L's focus was now on checking the surveillance cameras and finding Watari. It didn't take long, as the older Beta was sprawled on the floor only ten feet from the entrance.
Quillish… L hurried over and dropped to the side of the man who was like a surrogate father to him, checking for a pulse and letting out a sigh of relief when he found one. The raven looked up at Aizawa, who was monitoring the room around them, still alert for a threat until they'd cleared the scene.
God, how stupid of me. He was disappointed in himself for losing his composure and knew the Beta lying on the floor would've given him a stern lecture if he were awake to see it. The thought made him smile as he took in the slack expression on the man's face.
"He's alive. I'm guessing Beyond took him down with something similar to the tranquilizers used on the surveillance team last week…he could be out for a while if that's the case." L stood, and walked over to his laptop to start running the trace program on Light's cell phone location. He ran a thumb across his lower lip and looked around the room to see if anything seemed out of place while he waited. B likes to leave a calling card…
"After I run this trace, let's clear the other rooms. Then we'll check the cameras to see what happened." L said to Aizawa, right before his phone rang.
"Yes?"
"Both bodyguards are out cold, but alive, they seem to be drugged." Mogi sighed before continuing. "And there's no sign of Sayu."
"Thank you Mogi. Please clear the rooms and then call the medical team waiting in the lobby, let them know the situation…Watari is also facing a similar predicament." L hung up, closing his eyes for a moment as he took a deep breath.
Clearly his priority was getting in and out with Sayu quickly, not killing. The detective had never been so glad that Beyond liked to take his time with his victims. Of course he realized that didn't bode well for either Light or Sayu at the moment.
"We'll get them back Ryuzaki." Aizawa quietly said and L reopened his eyes, turning back to the laptop for the trace results that would follow the GPS in Light's phone once it was locked on.
"There you are…5th and Main?" L muttered curiously. It was no more than a couple minutes' walk from the club, at most. No… The signal stayed, unmoving. You've probably ditched your phone…or B took it and left it there. L sat down and quickly pulled up the CCTV feeds from around the city that they already had hacked into long ago for the investigation.
Yes…5th and Main… He pulled up a clear view of the quiet intersection. As he suspected, Light did not appear to be there. Within moments he was accessing the recorded footage, going back to a time stamp of just about a half hour or so ago and going forward from there.
"Found you…" L murmured, relieved, but worried as both he and Aizawa watched Light come running into view before answering his phone and looking around, eventually turning towards a van parked across the street from him.
It was like watching a horror film. He wanted to yell at Light 'Stop you idiot! Don't get in the van!' But he knew, just like in a movie, he was going to do it anyways.
L had always thought those plots were ridiculous and implausible, but at that moment he felt like he was watching a real life version. They took in Light's hesitation as he opened the van and climbed in. Then-
"Wait, did something just get thrown from the back?" Aizawa exclaimed over his shoulder.
"Yes…I'm guessing it was his phone, since it still shows up on GPS at that location." He muttered as they watched Light's arm reach out and pull the door shut. Then nothing…the van just sat there as the minutes ticked by.
Was B inside the van? He fast forwarded it and about 5 minutes after Light had closed the door, a figure came into view wearing a black hoodie and pulling a very large piece of rolling luggage behind him.
"Is that…?" The NPA detective asked anxiously.
L only nodded in reply. Yes…that's B. His eyes narrowed as he watched the man walk to the street, picking up the discarded phone that Light had thrown. He pulled off his hood and blew a kiss at the nearest camera before tauntingly wiggling his hand with the phone in it and placing it on top of the piece of luggage that he had shoved against one of the buildings in the shadows.
Beyond pulled his hood back up and gave a final wave, jumping in the van and driving off.
"Detective Aizawa, I need you to send some of our security team down there immediately to retrieve that luggage. Tell them to be extremely careful. It could be anything from a rigged explosive to the body of another Omega victim…I'm not sure what he's playing at here."
L pulled out his phone and began to pace, unworried about clearing the rooms now that they knew B wasn't there.
"Hello?" A tired voice answered, clearly woken up from sleep.
"Get up Matt, I need you for something." L replied impatiently.
"L? Sorry, I'm up. What is it?" Matt asked, his voice clear and alert within moments.
"I'm going to send you a connection to the server we're using to monitor the CCTV cameras here in Tokyo for a case. I'll send you a separate video shot of a van and the intersection it was last seen in. I need to you track it as far as possible using the various camera links we have already hacked into…are you up for this?"
"Hell yeah, send it my way." The young man replied enthusiastically.
"Great…and Matt? Please move as quickly on this as possible." L urged him, trying to keep his voice calm. "I'll call back shortly."
L hung up, clenching his phone so tightly it was a wonder the device didn't crack in the palm of the Alpha's hand. Aizawa strode back over from across the room where he'd been on the phone with security, slowing his pace cautiously as he felt the rage pouring off the other man. The raven haired detective's eyes snapped up and took in the other man, eyes and head lowered as if he were approaching a dangerous-
Oh fuck…I need to get it together. Eyes widening in the realization that Aizawa was reacting to him. L cut off the unconscious stream of pheromones that poured forth and locked his emotions up inside. In moments, the air became far more breathable again and the other Alpha noticeably relaxed, standing straighter
"Remind me never to piss you off Ryuzaki." The NPA detective said with a wry grin. "That was, uh, some display there…even if it was unintentional I assume." L snorted derisively and waved away his comment.
"What's the ETA for the team to get there?"
"There were several of them preparing for a shift to monitor one of the other Omegas in about an hour at a nearby club, so any minute now." Aizawa responded as they turned to the laptop and L pulled up the live feed of the intersection. "One of them is actually trained in identifying and diffusing bombs, so we lucked out…"
They watched as the three person team pulled up across the street, a safe distance from the bag and got out. Aizawa's phone rang and he put it on speaker, so L could hear it as well.
"This is Jean…based on what you told me earlier, I'm going to send one of our cameras forward for a closer look to see if there are any signs of a bomb or device of any kind. If there's not we'll move in to determine if…there's a body of an Omega inside as was suggested." The man's voice sounded like he wasn't sure which option was worse and L couldn't really say he disagreed with his assessment.
"Please proceed. There is also a medical team in route, so be aware that they could arrive soon as well and try to keep a discreet profile." The last thing we need is to have this painted all across the news. L thought, his thumb pressed thoughtfully against the corner of his lips as he watched them begin to examine the bag using the remote controlled camera.
What are you trying to accomplish here B? You wanted to get to Light…and you probably took Sayu to convince him to come meet you…
You wanted Light…
Not Sayu… L's blood ran cold. He laid both hands flat on the table before him, head hanging low as the possible outcome hit him in the gut like a fist.
"Jean." The detective said quietly, amazed at the calm in his voice as he continued. "I need you to open the luggage immediately. I believe that Sayu Yagami is inside."
"Oh god…" Aizawa breathed out, fear coloring his words as they waited for the team to approach the bag and unzip it. "I don't know if I can watch this…"
L's eyes narrowed and he lifted his head, turning back to the screens. He owed it to Light to see this through to the end. He went there in good faith, expecting his sister would remain unharmed and-
"Dammit." L swore lowly as Sayu Yagami was pulled from the luggage, running a hand over his face in frustration. I'm so sorry Light…
"She's got a pulse."
L and Aizawa looked at each other in surprise, then relief at hearing the team describe the young Beta's condition.
"Just appears to be unconscious. No apparent injuries, not even a scrape or torn clothing. She's cold from being out here, but not in danger of hypothermia at this stage. We'll get her warmed up when the medical team arrives and take her to the hospital."
How? Why? Not that L wasn't ecstatic, but… This is not like Beyond at all. What is he up to? L's mind raced through the possibilities, as Aizawa finished up the call.
Light…where are you…?
xxx
The first thing Light heard was a rattling of chains as his body shifted slightly. He became aware of the smooth cold floor against his face. The surface sent a chill through his body to raise goosebumps on his skin as he began to wake from a dreamless, foggy sleep.
He could faintly feel metal resting against the skin of his wrists where his arms lay curled against his chest, as well as his ankles as he lay there on his side, still unable to quite open his eyes. No…I'm wearing a blindfold… He thought groggily, still half asleep. His mouth met with resistance as he moved it to speak and he realized he was gagged with some sort of fabric tied around his head as well. What the…
Light was confused, disoriented. The drugs lingering in his system were still impairing his ability to think clearly as he tried to remember how he got there. His instincts started to take over as fear of the unknown overwhelmed him and panic set in. He let out a distressed whine that he hated, but couldn't help in his current state. Please…
The young Omega felt a hand card through his hair and startled, a surprised yelp escaping him. The person leaning over him chuckled quietly and continued to soothingly stroke his hair. Light went over his last memories in his mind. He'd been at the club, performed, showered, dressed, Sayu had called…no…
Beyond Birthday. Light yanked his head away and growled as it all came rushing back, not able to do much else with his limbs still feeling heavy and tired. Even if I could move, he's got me handcuffed and I can't see. Fuck…
"Oh good princess, you're finally awake…and a bit more alert now, eh?" The voice said mockingly, running his fingers through Light hair once more, but this time he gripped a fist full of it at the roots and yanked upward, causing the brunette to cry out and reach up to clutch at B's wrists to relieve the pressure on his scalp as he was dragged along the floor. His arms were still so weak, he could barely hold on to B as he was pulled along for what seemed like forever as the man giggled and tears soaked through Light's blindfold.
Beyond finally released him, letting the young man slump to the floor with a pained groan. Light quickly tried to pull himself together mentally, started to reassemble his scattered mind as the boost of adrenaline served to cut through all of the haze. I need to focus. To get Sayu and me out of this. He thought determinedly.
That's the top priority. Make sure she's safe, and then… Light gnawed on the gag in his mouth, his anger at the dark haired killer only feet from him flashed through him. I'm going to make sure you never hurt anyone I care about ever again.
xxx
B gazed down at the bound and gagged Omega, a wicked grin crossing his face before turning back to the computer and other equipment. Time to give L a ring. He's probably been freaking out all night and I'm sure not even his little techies back at Wammy's were able to follow me through all of the CCTV feeds after I switched cars twice and drove through less monitored areas as well. He smile smugly.
I would've loved to see his face when he found Sayu. I'm sure he was completely confused…hmm. B looked over once more at the young man on the floor. There is a method behind the madness... The dark haired Alpha mused as he nibbled on one of his fingers, waiting for the computer to finish setting up the secure series of connections that would ensure the detective couldn't trace his planned communication.
Ah, there we go. He grinned as everything was finished and pulled a large armchair over in front of the computer on the desk in the small sparse room, the space would give nothing away to the viewers on the other end, or to Light for that matter, regarding where they were.
Now, let's show our friends my new toy... He walked over to Light and crouched down. Having heard his footsteps, the Omega backed away slightly from the approaching sound. The Alpha smiled darkly at the reaction and reached out to run his fingers over the young man's torso with the barest of touches that would make him question if it really happened or he imagined it. Light let out a slight gasp and squirmed. Beyond bit his lip to hold back laughter.
He really is going to be fun to break. Before long I'll have him begging for it… B sighed happily and let a finger brush against a tanned section of tantalizing skin on the Omega's belly, just inches above the groin, that been bared in his efforts to move away from the last touch. The involuntary reaction was instantaneous as a blush pinked Light's cheeks and his breath drew in sharply.
Ooh…that was lovely. Beyond made a mental note to explore that particular erogenous zone at another time…very soon. Yes, you'll be very, very fun to break, but first I need your cooperation on this.
"Little Kira…" The Alpha said in a sing song voice. "I'm going to put headphones on your ears to block out sound and then I'm going to move you. Nod if you understand." The young man slowly nodded.
"If you are really good for me right now, I'll release your sister, ok?" B smirked as Light seemed to become even more alert and nodded again. "If you fight me on anything, I'll keep her and do the things I'm doing to you on her instead, got it?" The young man visibly recoiled, slightly shuddering before he reluctantly agreed with a nod.
"Good boy." Beyond murmured, placing the headphones securely over Light's ears. The brunette's body was understandably tense as the dark haired male scooped him up from the floor and carried him to the chair. B sat down, arranging the young man sitting sideways in his lap and tucked in close. He eyed the still healing bite he'd placed on the Omega's neck from the week before.
The first of many, baby. He thought with a chuckle, reaching forward slightly to push a few buttons on the keyboard and initialize the request for communication to L's secure network. Beyond was confident that the other man was waiting for him to reach out, so it wouldn't be long before he responded.
Well, that was even faster than expected. He thought with amusement, as the black gothic L he'd grown to loathe popped up on a white screen. Fortunately, the detective's own monotone voice came out rather than the annoying computerized one that Beyond detested.
The dark haired Alpha smirked at the screen, nuzzling Light's neck slightly and taking in the delicious scent of strawberries as he placed a kiss on the prominent bite mark. "Why hello Lawli…lose anything recently?"
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