Hey, dearest fans. I was going to submit chapter twelve a few days ago, but these retarded Macs at my school deleted my file, so I have to retype the whole thing. That's why there's been a massive delay in update, not to metion monday was my boyfriend's birthday and our one-year anniversary (squee!) So to tide you over for now, I'll give you a little something special... L and N's FULL phone conversation. Enjoy!
BONUS
L and N's phone conversation.
Phone rings
L: Hello?
N: I'll presume this isn't a mugger who has stolen your phone and is, in fact, L.
L: Yes, N, it is I.
N: Where have you been, L? This case doesn't require you to leave the hospital. Everything you need is here. Where are you?
L: It really isn't your concern. I told you before, this has nothing to do with L the doctor. This is personal.
N: It is imperative for you to be here. This case won't solve itself. And for all I know you being gone could mean you are dead in a gutter somewhere.
L: Yes, yes, I know. But nevertheless, you shouldn't be calling after me if I've only been away for one night.
N: Away where?
L: You won't give up until I tell you, will you?
N: No, I will not.
L: Fine. I am at the residence of Light Yagami. He… invited me to live with him.
N: Wha- he did? I suppose this all fits nicely into your plan. You probably knew all along he would do that. I suppose he also thinks you're really a doctor?
L: No, and I wish you wouldn't phrase it like that. I'm as surprised as you are. (Sigh) And he figured that out relatively quickly. It isn't that hard to guess I'm not a doctor.
N: Oh, so your secret is out. I don't suppose you'll continue doing any work now that you're living with the rich and famous Light Yagami?
L: Yes, I shall continue doing it. Just because I'm not at the hospital doesn't mean L can't still solve cases. I do most of my work over the phone anyways.
N: I don't see why you even have to communicate over the phone. I have never corresponded with any hospital staff save you and Watari.
L: Yes, and that is why you are not ready. I said most, not all.
N: I still don't understand why you say I'm not ready. It's unnecessary. (Sigh) Whatever. If I'm not ready, then you need to come back, L. Something unfortunate could happen to you out there. You could die.
L: It's not going to happen, I already told you. And even if I DID become incapable, L would continue. Or have you forgotten?
N: No, I haven't, but you have said I'm not ready! What will I do, L? You say I'm not ready, but I don't have time to BECOME ready! Four months… that is all I have. I'll just sit here and guess at diagnoses until I have no more time left and it's too late. What am I going to do without you here? If you don't come back, I'll never see you again….
L: You know this isn't about you. I promise… I promise, N, that you will see me while you still have time. But… I have no desire to remain at the hospital until then.
N: What about me? I have no desire to rot here, either. But unlike you I can't leave. (Sigh) Let's not discuss this. It depresses me. Have you thought about my idea? Do you have any items to add to it?
L: Yes, I assure you, I haven't forgotten about your list idea. Personally, I have no idea…
N: Forget it, who needs a list? Perhaps I shouldn't worry about it. (Bitter laugh) It isn't as if there is anything beyond death… We just have this time, and that is it… four months, and then blackness….
L: N, don't say that. I need you to persevere for me. I WILL see you before that day. Just continue what you are working on. I shall talk to you later.
N: Very well… Goodbye, L.
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