Author note

I'm so sorry for another ridiculous long chapter : ( Hope having L in it makes up for it!

Thank you reviewers you guys rock! And thanks to yvonna, Axel IIX, and Jeekey for being the new reviewers! Hope you all like this chapter! Yay L!

I do not own Death Note but I do own Serenity, Richard, and the random people that pop up.

Serenity woke up in a groggy daze. She stretched her arms, muttering something under her breath as her hands hit the low roof.

"I knew I shouldn't have bought a car with a low roof." She complained to herself. But what the car lacked in size it made up in horse power. She pulled out her phone, checking the time.

"Crap I'm gonna be late for the meeting! Damn my deep sleeping!" She cursed as she started the car and sped her way to her destination. She was surprised that she wasn't pulled over as she flew down the road doing almost thirteen over the speed limit.

She stepped into the crowded room as the many members of detective agencies and organizations argued about the subject of their meeting.

"If that's the case it looks as if we have no choice but to bring in L!" A man stated to the large group. I knew it! L I'm one step closer to finding you. She continued to listen to the main conversation as she made her way over to Matsuda and Soichiro, trying not to draw attention. She sat silently behind the two in her usual cross-legged position as she listened to the NPA chief explain to Matsuda who L was. She listened to the ICPO argue about the mysterious detective when she heard a familiar voice.

"L is already on the move." A deep voice cut through the arguments. No one made a sound as heavy footsteps echoed into the large room. They watched in silence as a man in a dark jacket, and a very concealing ensemble walked in. Serenity knew who he was immediately and watched as Watari stopped in front of the giant monitor at the back of the room. "Gentlemen, L has already begun his investigation into these incidents." The mysterious man addressed the occupants of the room. Serenity gave a twitch, but she wasn't going to point out to Watari that there was one woman in the room. She continued to stare at the disguised man as again explained to Matsuda yet another identity. Serenity's heart began to race as Watari opened the laptop in his hands as he told everyone that L would address them. Serenity hadn't paid much attention to the return of the life like force in her heart, until now. It was racing with the anticipation of hearing her friends voice. A large old English L filled the now white main screen. Serenity hid her smile as her friend's disguised voice filled the room. As L began to explain the difficulty of the case and how he required help from the entire ICPO and especially from Japan's National Police Agency. Serenity froze as L said this. I knew you'd figure it out L.

"What why Japan in particular?" Soichiro asked as he and Matsuda stood up abruptly. Serenity remained seated, not as shocked as the to Japanese detectives and not wanting to draw attention to herself. L went on to explain that there was a strong possibility that the alleged murderer or organization was Japanese because of the pattern of the deaths. As the chief of the NPA asked L why Japan was chosen, Serenity could only hide her shock as L declared that he would face the criminal personally. So you are getting yourself really involved in this my dear Lawliet. No wonder you are killed in the future, though your bravery in being willing to confront Kira shows me that you're serious about this it also makes me even more determined to prevent your death. Whether it is a self sacrifice or not I will not let this murderer lay a hand against you without consequence. The world needs you L, it will need you more then you know. She thought as the meeting continued. After God knows how long the meeting was over and outside the moon shone over the city in its wondrous glory.

The next day brought yet another ICPO meeting leading to Serenity's first day at the NPA and then a startling move by L. Serenity watched with the other members of the NPA as the broadcast was switched and a man by the name of Lind L. Tailor appeared on the screen. The man claimed to be L, the members of the NPA were in shock and awe, but Serenity knew that the man on the television was not who he claimed to be. She knew what L was trying to do, lure Kira into the open. She, the NPA, and countless of other people soon witnessed her theory come true. The NPA watched amazed as "L" took his stand against Kira, the amazement was soon replaced with horror as they all watched "L" clutch his chest in pain and collapse onto the desk in front of him, dead. L's logo replaced the live view of the dead man as the shocked detective spoke. The detective then challenged the murderer to kill him, to the dismay and outraged comments by the NPA members as they thought that L was attempting to commit suicide. Serenity knew that he would be safe. The mysterious detective then went on to explain how much he had learned by the simple display of power Kira showed and the murderers inability to kill him. Damn L you're good. I knew you would figure it all out. Oh and Kira, not that you can hear my thoughts but, you just got your ass handed to you. Owned. Serenity thought triumphantly as L finished speaking.

"L has certainly lived up to his reputation." Matsuda said, thoroughly impressed with the detectives skills.

"Got that right." Serenity replied impressed herself as she tried to conceal her pride for her friend.

"Uh-hu, he proved that Kira exists, that the deaths were murders, and that he is in Japan." Serenity let out a quiet whistle.

"Gotta admit that takes skill." She complemented. Matsuda nodded in agreement. L finished destroying Kira's confidence and the screen turned blank, returning to its normal program.

As the days past, L discovered more and more information that led him to Kira, but even with all of his steps forwards there was a few steps back. He discovered that Kira was a student, that he could control the times of death, and that he had access to police information, just as Serenity predicted he would. But as L got closer the members of the NPA began to fear for their own lives, and resignation letters were pouring onto chief Yagami in a flood. Why are these men so unwilling to risk their own lives to save others? What about justice? Human cowardice makes me sick! Serenity scowled as she watched many detectives walk out on the case.

L looked at the profiles of each NPA member. Who could have a connection to Kira? Or possibly be the murderer himself, I wonder. I can't believe I had to get the FBI to investigate them, but did I really have a choice in the matter? I need to catch Kira no matter the cost. Just then a specific profile caught his eye. He picked it up delicately, examining it with his intelligent grey eyes.

"Hm, Saga Vetta. Joined the NPA only a few days ago, an ace detective and very well skilled in the profession. Age twenty-five, height five-eight, persuasion unknown. Odd for some reason she seems familiar. Watari!" L said as he switched the mike on and a picture of Watari appeared.

"Yes L?"

"I want you to get me all possible information on the NPA member Saga Vetta."

"I'm sorry L but I'm afraid that what's on that profile is all the information the FBI and I could find on all NPA members." L pushed his thumb against his lip thoughtfully. I can't be distracted from this case. If I knew who this woman was I would know immediately, I need to focus on the case at hand. He placed "Saga's" file down and began to shift through the others until he stopped on Soichiro Yagami's. But still, she might be someone worth keeping an eye on. He thought and contacted the FBI, giving the agents twelve people for them to follow.

The days passed and when it was discovered that twelve FBI agents sent in secret to investigate the NPA were killed be Kira the agencies situation worsened. More letters of resignation came pouring in as members decided that L wasn't trust worthy and that their lives were in great danger.

"Six members left, well seven including myself. I'm grateful to see that there are at least six of you that have the courage to risk your lives to face evil." Chief Yagami addressed his remaining detectives.

"The fact that you have stayed means you have a strong sense of justice, I trust all of you." L said from his computer.

"Oh wait so L just decided to trust us now but what reason do we have to trust him?" The man with the afro, Aizawa said wary of the mysterious detective. Three of the remaining Task Force members including Soichiro all turned on L asking him that if they were to trust each other then they would have to meet in person. To the surprise of the remaining NPA members L agreed to meet them face to face. He gave them the hotel and room number of where he would be staying, instructing them to arrive thirty minutes apart but to all be there by midnight.

Serenity was late to something important yet again, and this time it was what she had come back to earth to do in the first place. She took the elevator up to the desired floor and dashed to L's room. She was nervous yet excited to see L again, she didn't know what to say to him or how she would perform the touch, she decided to wing it. She knocked heavily on the door.

"Uh guys it's me! Sorry I'm late!" She called, trying to communicate to the people behind the door.

"That must be Saga." Matsuda explained to L who was perched on a chair, now looking at the door in irritation.

"Watari could you get the door please and let her in?" Watari opened the door, causing Serenity to tumble into the large hotel suite room. She picked herself up and just stared at L. He had grown, he was crouched on a chair staring at her with those darkly bagged, grey eyes. He was now also surprisingly attractive. Serenity mentally slapped herself for even letting the thought cross her mind. She gave him a friendly smile, her heart warmed by the sight of her old friend. She had finally found him at last.

"Hello, you must be L. It's a pleasure to finally… meet you. I am Saga Vetta."

"Miss Vetta you do know that if I were Kira you would be dead."

"I know, he needs a name and a face to kill. So I guess it's a good thing my name's not Saga Vetta then isn't it." She smiled slyly as the jaws of all the remaining Task Force members dropped, only L seemed to remain indifferent but she could tell that he was now curious. "I apologize for fooling you all with an alias, old habit I guess. You all may know me as S, but my real name is Serenity Karther." She was almost triumphant as she told the taskforce members her identity. They were obviously surprised and L stared at her in disbelief. The strange detective tried to hide his emotions, but Serenity saw right through her friends attempted mask. She saw the surprise, the disbelief, and what she thought was happiness light up L's usually blank eyes. The great detective pushed his thumb against his lips, trying to halt the inevitable smile that was coming at seeing Serenity after all of these years.

"It's good to see you again after so long S." The detective said in a controlled voice.

"Same here L." Serenity said with a smile.

"Wait you two know each other?" Matsuda exclaimed utterly baffled by the possibility of someone personally knowing the mysterious man.

"We met on a top secret case a few years back. We became acquainted during the case." Serenity lied.

"Wow L, no offense but by looking at you I wouldn't guess you were good with the ladies!" Matsuda complimented the detective with a wink and a smile.

"Quiet Matsuda!" Soichiro beat Serenity to punishing Matsuda for his idiotic and innocently disrespectful outburst. Serenity calmed herself, she had been about ready to leap over the table and bitch slap the young man into oblivion. Instead she shot him a vicious death glare and sat down in her usual position next to the big burly man Mogi. L shook the embarrassed look off of his face and regained his calm composure.

"Mr. Matsuda, this is a serious case and I suggest thinking before having another outburst." L said in his usual monotone voice. Matsuda sunk in his chair, feeling like an idiot.

"Sorry L."

"I'd prefer you not call me that, its Ryuzaki now just to be safe." L replied as he plopped another sugar cube in his coffee, completely ignoring Matsuda's apology. L began to explain what he knew about the Kira case and what the Task Force needed to do to get more information and further their research. All of the members injected something or other during the meeting. They would be able to look into the FBI agents and find Kira, and Serenity knew just who to investigate. L may have lost his secrecy in his battle against Kira, but he was determined to win the war against the murderer, and Serenity was willing to do anything in her power to make sure he succeeded. She would not let the world fall into evil.

"Before you all leave today I'd like to speak to each one of you individually to make sure that none of you are Kira." He said as he scanned all of their faces, his gaze resting on Serenity before turning back to his coffee.

"What, you still don't trust us?" Aizawa asked in an irritated and slightly angry tone.

"No its an understandable request, seeing as information was leaked. Just do as he says." Soichiro said keeping the peace.

Serenity was the last to have a private meeting with L and her nerves were on edge. The two detectives stood across from each other, locked in a staring contest. L's hunched posture brought them nearly to eye level, with L only slightly above Serenity. After minutes of just staring at each other, L spoke.

"How do I know you are really who you say you are? You have given me no proof and your latest movements have been a bit more then suspicious due to the fact that you disappeared for a month and then out of nowhere joined the NPA." Serenity stared at him in shock.

"You know better then anyone L that not many know my real name. That should be proof enough."

"And if you are who you claim to be you know I like physical evidence." Then it clicked in Serenity's mind. She reached into her pocket, grasping the familiar object in her fist.

"I think this will prove that I am Serenity." She said opening her hand, revealing the black chess piece. L's panda eyes widened as he stared at the object in Serenity's hand. He reached a thin pale hand and stroked the old chess piece in remembrance.

"It really is you." He said doing something completely out of his character. He wrapped Serenity in a strong embrace, his long arms encircling her. She smiled and returned the hug just as strongly.

"I've missed you Lawliet." She whispered in a nearly inaudible tone, squeezing her old friend. A single tear ran down her cheek as she felt his beating heart against her own. Her heart would never beat with that kind of life again, but she knew now more then ever that she would preserve his fast paced life maker with her entire being no matter what it took.

"Honestly I never thought I would see you again Serenity."

"Really what percentage were you at with that theory." She said with a smile.

"I gave it an eighty-five percent chance actually." Serenity gave a quiet happy laugh.

"Well I'm not going anywhere anytime soon." She said. She moved her hand up his back, lightly brushing his neck with her thumb and preformed the sacred touch. Serenity felt as though she were being struck by lightning or electrocuted by the power of the heavenly ritual she was performing. She felt unimaginable pain and a tingling feeling went through her as she preformed the touch just how Richard had described, she felt L shiver as he was affected by the touch. When it was done the two released each other, both looking at the other with a quizzical expression on their face. "I should get going." Serenity broke the silence after a few moments.

"I'll have Watari take you anywhere you need." L insisted his voice returning to a monotone.

"No its fine, I have my car." She replied and began to walk out of the hotel room. "Good night Ryuzaki." She said before closing the door behind her. There was an odd feeling in her chest but she didn't know if it was from the touch or from her closeness to L. She didn't know the answer, but as she slipped into a deep slumber she knew that L would be safe. And knowing that fact let her sleep easy without the haunting presence of her persistent nightmares.

Serenity: I like this chapter : }

Me: Of course you do, you get to hug Mr. Sexy, awesome, smart, bad ass, detective, L : |

Serenity: Jealous? ; )

Me:…No!…. Yes….. :'(

Serenity: Haha sucker.

Matsuda: I'm jealous to!

Me and Serenity: 0-0

Matsuda: OMG I'm not gay you jerks! I'm jealous of L!

Serenity: Well at least that's sorted out.

Me: Jealous party! :D

Matsuda: XD

Serenity: I'm surrounded by idiots. : /

Hope you guys liked the chapter it was so fun and touching to write I could cry lol.

I want to know how you guys would like to see Serenity and L's relationship, I'm on the fence on what to do with them. Please let me know what you think and if you like the story so far : ). Reviewers get to hug L XD

Matsuda: That sounds really weird ya know. : P

Me: Shut up.