I'm sorry this one's so short everybody. There wasn't another appropriate spot to stop for quite a while. I figured that I'd stop here and give you this chapter since its been a while. By the way Matt, Mello, and Near should appear in the next chapter. Maybe the one after that but they'll make an appearance soon. Enjoy ^_^
He jumped when a vibration in his pocket startled him. He pulled the cellphone out, cursing the stupid little thing, and checked the number. It was a call from Light's cell and he picked up quickly. "Hello?" He asked cautiously.
"Hey," A voice said, "It's Hino. You were with Light at the club not long ago."
"Yes," he answered, "might I ask why you have Light's phone?" There was a short, awkward laugh on the other end.
"About that," Hino said, "Light apparently came here a few hours ago before I got on work. He was completely smashed by the time I got here. I was hoping you could come pick him up before he gets in trouble."
"Of course," L replied, "I'll be there soon." Hino hung up and L stood, slipping the phone back into his pocket. He started to leave when Watari stepped into the room.
"Where are you going?" The man asked.
"Light's friend called for me to pick him up." Without waiting for any reply he slipped out the door and down the stairs.
He entered the club without much notice. Ari was gone and some other boy was in his place; a skinny little thing with black hair and green eyes. He walked past the crowd of people towards the bar, barely noticing the looks he was getting from some of the other guys. Hino nodded to him as he approached. "Where's Light?" he asked, unable to see any sign of the boy nearby.
"Let's talk in the back." L nodded in agreement and Hino set down the cup he was holding. "Trisha!" he called, "Take over for me for a bit." A girl with bright pink hair gave a thumbs up. Hino stepped back, opened the gate that separated the front from the back of the bar, and led him into a back room.
The room was obviously used to store alcohol and, off to one side, Light was sleeping soundly. There was a jacket draped over his torso which was indeed bare. "Why is he back here?" L asked. Hino sat on one of the crates around the room and closed his eyes.
"Ari was trying to screw with him again," The boy said, "I couldn't keep an eye on him 24/7 so I brought him back here. That's totally going to screw up my reputation." He heaved a sigh and leaned back. "To hell with it. They ain't gonna fire me after all the shit I've put up with here."
"I'm glad you care about him," L commented monotonously before sitting down.
"Same to you," Hino said, "He talks about you a lot. Did you know that?" He shook his head before realizing Hino couldn't see him.
"No," he said simply. Hino smiled slightly.
"Well he does," the boy stated, "Every time he comes here he's so upset...but once he starts talking about you he just brightens up." He opened his eyes and looked at L. "You've changed him so much. He was never like this before he met you."
"How long have you known him?"
"Since we were 14. I was there for him when his first boyfriend screwed him over, and I'm here now. I'll always be here for him," he paused with a sigh, "And for his sake I hope you will be too." L nodded. He wasn't going to leave until Light told him to leave. Even then he might not go. "When I got here he looked like a wreck. I thought he'd finally snapped." L sighed at this. He'd really fucked this time.
"It's my fault. I did something stupid." It felt weird saying something like that, especially to this boy that he barely knew. Hino sat up, staring at him carefully.
"Your fault?" he questioned. L nodded and Hino sighed. "Then why was Light apologizing earlier?" L didn't respond. He wasn't sure what to make of this exactly.
"I don't know." Hino eyed him for a moment before standing.
"You should get him home," Hino said, "I have to get back to work." He walked out without looking back saying, "He can keep the jacket," as he left. L watched him leave before standing and walking over to Light's unconscious form. He bent and lifted the younger male into his arms, carrying him bridal style as he walked from the room. Eyes watched him as he left the bar and continued down the street but he ignored them. He wasn't going to screw up this badly again. That is if Light gave him another chance.
By the time he'd started up the stares to their suite Light groaned softly, body shifting slightly. L hurried up the last of the steps and opened the door. Watari was no were in sight, so L shut the door and went to their room, laying Light gently on the bed just as his eyes fluttered open. L froze, not quite sure what to do. Once Light's eyes opened fully the just sat there, staring at each other. "Light," L started, "I'm...sorry." Light sat up, his head hung slightly so that L couldn't see his face.
"Just don't," he said softly. L stayed silent, gently chewing on his thumb, and waited for the younger male to continue. Light sighed and ran a hand through his caramel colored hair. "I don't know what to say to you right now..."
"Say whatever you want," L stated, "surely I'll deserve it." There was a pause in which Light took in a shuddering breath.
"It wasn't...what you did exactly," The teen explained, "It was...more like the fact that you wouldn't stop." He paused again, trying to piece his words together in order to make his point. When words didn't come he shook his head, hands gripping his pant legs tightly. L moved to sit next to him, leaving a few inches between them.
"I'm sorry," L repeated. Light shifted over, leaning against him. "It there's a next time I'll be sure to contain myself." Light sighed and nuzzled against his shoulder. The younger never spoke but he didn't have to. They both understood his silent acceptance. L wrapped an arm around the younger male, feeling him instantly return the gesture. As L held him he felt wet tears against his chest. "I caused them." L thought, tightening his grip, "I won't let it happen again. I swear on it."
They are just so cute. Before anyone comments on it I know it may seem Light forgave L a little to quickly but it isn't that simple. Light will be on his guard for a while. He may have forgiven, but he hasn't forgotten. Just thought I'd make that clear now.
Until next time!
