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hmmm, not really thrilled about this chapter... oh well enjoy! :D
"I'm surprised that you actually agreed to show up," L said to Hikari as the two of them sat in a dim room. They were the only ones in the room, for the other officers were requested to leave them. L sat in a chair before her in his usual, awkward position. A cup of coffee was held in his hands. Hikari sat across from him on a small sofa.
"Yeah, same here," she replied, making sure he knew she was still pissed. He sighed and took a sip of his coffee.
"Wow, women can sure hold grudges," he mumbled. Kaito started laughing. Hikari growled at what he had said.
"You know, it's some smart remark like that, that pisses me off, Ryuga-- L or whatever your name is!" she snapped.
"Calm down, Hikari, I didn't call you here only to mock you, I actually have a real proposition to speak with you about," he said to her as he stirred his cup of coffee. He added more sugar cubes to it and stirred it up once again before taking a sip.
"Oh, yeah, what is it?" she asked.
"After a lot of thought and research I have come to a decision. I would like for you to join the Kira task force," he said simply, then took another sip from his cup.
"Wow, this is interesting, will you say yes, though?" Kaito asked Hikari as he saw the expressionless look on her face.
"I-I," she stumbled for words, "Why me? I mean I'm not a detective nor do I know how to catch a killer," Hikari said.
"Maybe not, but you are very smart, you were able to figure out that I was L," he said, giving her a little encouragement.
"I actually overheard your conversation, it wasn't the work of a genius," she admitted.
"No, not then; I mean when you came for the interview, you were able to figure that out easily, I was rather shocked," he explained, "Which is why I believe you would be valuable to this team," he finished. 'Hopefully, she won't see though that one. True she was the first person that came to that conclusion that fast, but I guess with all the questions it was bound to lead to that one,' he thought.
"Are you sure it isn't just because I know you're L and that you don't want any other outsiders to know?" she asked, staring at him through narrowed eyes, seeing if he would admit the truth to her.
'Damn, spoke too soon.' "Seems you caught me. Yes, that was one of my reasons, but it wasn't the only. I was being honest when I said you're highly intelligent and very valuable to this investigation," he responded, "so, what is your answer?" he asked, as if she really had a choice.
She sighed, "I'll do it," she answered.
"Good, welcome to the team," he said to her, sounding rather bored.
Kaito chuckled, "Hmm, not very enthusiastic about it, is he?"
"Thanks . . . I guess," she replied. A sudden thought crossed her mind, "Um, L-"
"Please, refer to me as Ryuuzaki from now on," he urged, finishing his coffee.
"Oh, sorry; Ryuuzaki, um, what will I do about school and my apartment and bills? I mean I can't just–" she began.
"No need to worry, that's already been taken care of. Now you are able to be dedicated to this investigation 100 percent. Oh and considering you're a woman, I figured you would want your own room, so here." He handed her a room key. "Your room is just across the hall. If you need anything, do not hesitate to ask,' he told her, grabbing a cookie from the table and tossing it into his mouth.
"Oh . . . ok. So, what do I need to do?" she asked.
"I'll let you know as soon as it comes to mind. Until that time, you may do whatever it is you like, within limits, oh and before I forget, I have a no cell phone policy; so, while inside please keep it turned off, understood?" he asked.
"Sure," she replied.
"Thank you, please tell the others they are allowed inside now," he asked her. She nodded and rose to her feet. She started to walk off as L grabbed another cookie off the table.
"Oh, Ryuuzaki?" she spoke softly from the door as she reached for the door knob.
"Yes, Hikari?" he asked, finishing the cookies.
"You wouldn't have to worry . . . about your identity. I wouldn't have ever said anything about you being L . . ." she admitted. He turned to her, looking her in the eyes.
He turned back around, grabbing another pastry. Hikari opened the door and walked out of the room, L listened as she shut the door behind her and sighed, "Hikari, you truly are an amazing person," he said to himself and went back to eating his sweets.
Orohippus - Thanks for the review :D In regards to the question about the title. I based it off of a song that I was listening to when I came up with this idea. That song was Lacrimosa by Sweetbox. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask.
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