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-Everything to Save-
Chapter 5-
Light stared listlessly at the computer screen in front of him, his hand scratching idly at the back of his neck. He found that he was bored without Ryuzaki present, and didn't feel like doing research on the Kira case without him.
The teen glanced over at Mogi who sat chained to Light and was furiously typing away at the keyboard in front of him.
"Did you find something important to the investigation, Mogi-san?" Light asked curiously, as he moved his chair closer to the quiet detective. As he glanced at the screen, he saw Mogi was on a site that had many pictures of naked women with huge breasts. The teen started laughing as the man quickly closed the screen down.
He looked at Light and shrugged. "No, I haven't found information on the Kira case yet," the task force member said, nervously running a finger along the inside of his collar.
"Oh, is that so? What I saw looked pretty interesting to me," Light said as he smirked at the man. "I don't think my father or Ryuzaki would appreciate you using the police computers to look up porn."
Mogi looked at Light sheepishly and shrugged. "What do you think Ryuzaki did before he chained himself to you? He didn't stay up all night to use these computers only for research…"
Light stared at the man. "How do you know? he demanded, as the man just grinned and said nothing. "U...uh what kind of things was he interested in?" the teen asked, his curiosity getting the better of him.
"Things that I don't think that a nice kid like you would be into, Light-kun," the man replied. Then Mogi returned the earlier smirk that Light had given him and jangled on the chain that connected the two men. "You seem very curious about Ryuzaki's preferences, but this chain should give you some indication about them," the man replied knowingly.
"I have NO idea what you mean Mogi-san, and besides we've got Kira to catch so let's end this unnecessary discussion," Light replied with a frown, as he felt sudden heat rise to his cheeks.
The other man sighed, the last thing he wanted was to upset Chief Yagami's son. "I agree, Light-Kun. Let's try to get through the day, I'm only here to do my job." the man replied, as Light nodded at him.
Mogi remembered Ryuzaki's instructions what to do if Light tried to escape.
"There will not be a key for the chain until I return. I do not trust anyone with it. Light-kun is a skilled liar and there is a 79 percent chance that he may use his charm and looks to try to convince you to unlock him from the chain. And that is why I decided to use you instead of Matsuda to guard him," Ryuzaki replied dryly, rolling his large black eyes before returning to his explanation.
'In addition, if the worst does happen and he does escape, only use lethal force if your life is in danger, but otherwise treat him gently. However, I think there is a 92 percent chance that Light-kun will behave himself tonight." the ebony- haired detective replied, as he took a sip of sugary tea.
The large detective sighed. He wished that he had not gotten involved in this situation. Ryuzaki was so…..strange and the whole case gave him a bad feeling. The fact that he was chained to Detective Yagami's son made him all the more uncomfortable he thought, as Light's father suddenly walked into the investigation room.
"Good morning, Mogi-san," the older detective called in greeting, as he walked over to where Light sat and lay a gentle hand on his son's shoulder.
Light turned around in his chair and smiled up at his father. "Good morning, Dad. Have you found out anything new about the case?" the teen asked hopefully.
Soichiro Yagami brought his hand up from Light's shoulder to ruffle his hair, much to the teen's dismay since he had it styled just right. "Not yet, Light," he sighed, and then looked down at his only son in concern. "Are you getting enough sleep Light? You look tired," he asked gently.
"I'm doing as well as can be expected, I guess. It feels strange to be chained to Mogi instead Ryuzaki though it's only for today." Light sighed.
"Don't worry son, I'm sure soon you won't have to be chained up at all. But I'm surprised, It almost sounds like you miss being around Ryuzaki- I'd have thought you'd enjoy a reprieve from him," his dad laughed.
"Why would you think that?" Light asked a bit embarrassed, and then quickly changed the subject. "Where's Matsuda? I haven't seen him since early this morning."
"Ah, yes. It seems Ryuzaki needed a bit of help getting ready for his date tonight, so Watarai and Matsuda are with him," Detective Soichiro chuckled.
"Well, they certainly have their work cut out for them, don't they?" Light quipped, as he pictured Ryuzaki going out in his usual attire, barefoot and his hair unruly, unless the two men could convince him otherwise.
He couldn't wait to get a good laugh at the detective later tonight….
OOOoooOOO
"Now Ryuzaki-san, remember that you must stand up straight- no slumping!" Matsuda demanded, standing up straight as an example for the detective to copy.
"You must sit normally with both your feet touching the floor. Please do not mumble your words or bore your date with your deductions. Nobody talks like that except you," Matsuda instructed, as he examined the detective critically from all angles.
L sat hunched in an oversized armchair in an extra room that was next to Watari's. The detective's big black eyes narrowed in annoyance at Matsuda's criticism of him and he brought his thumb forward so he could bite on the nail, only to have it snatched away by the young task force member.
"No, Ryuzaki! That's exactly what I mean- you can't keep doing things like this on your date or you won't make a good impression!" Matsuda exclaimed excitedly. "You don't want to scare her away, do you?"
"Matsuda, if you do that again, rest assured I will kick you." the detective warned Matsuda in a steely voice. "This is becoming tiresome."
"But I only want to make sure that you have a successful date, Ryuzaki. I know you're older than me, but isn't this going to be your first?" the young task force member asked bluntly.
L looked over at Watari who had been watching the whole exchange between the men with a bemused expression on his face.
"Watari, please make Matsuda-san stop talking now," L moaned in despair, as he rubbed the sides of his temples as if in pain.
Watari rolled his eyes and chuckled. "Thank you for your time and expertise, Matsuda-san, but I think Ryuzaki has reached his breaking point," the older man said as he began to walk the young man to the door.
"But I was only trying to help!" Matsuda replied, looking hurt, as he and Watari walked through the door and out into the hall.
Watari patted the man's shoulder. "I know, but I think all of this excitement is getting to Ryuzaki. Besides, I'll be sure to call on you again if needed," the elderly man said.
Matsuda nodded and bowed. "Thank you, Watari-san.' he replied, before turning and walking down the hall.
Watari walked back into the room where L was waiting.
L looked at him. "Thank you for making Matsuda leave." the detective sighed, as he breathed a sigh of relief.
"You may not be thanking me in a moment," Watari replied vaguely, as he walked past the detective to retrieve something.
"What do you mean, Watari?" the detective asked, as he nervously rubbed his bare feet that were perched on the end of the chair together.
Watari came over to L holding a tray of bottles, combs, and a pair of scissors and sat it on the table in front of him. He also whipped out a towel that he carried from the crook of his arm.
L looked down at the contents of the tray. "Styling gel, combs, and scissors?" he murmured nervously. "Why do you have these things Watari?" he asked knowing why.
"It's time for a haircut, Ryuzaki!" Watari announced, as L shrank back in horror.
OOOoooOOO
Matsuda stomped into the investigation room and slung himself into a chair, a scowl on his usually cheerful face, and let out an annoyed sigh.
Light and Mogi looked up from their research and over at the man.
"What's wrong Matsuda? You seem upset," Mogi replied.
"Ryuzaki and Watari asked me to leave!" Matsuda pouted. "And just as was finally making progress on turning Ryuzaki into the 'perfect date!"
Light and Mogi looked at each other and burst out laughing. "You were the one advising Ryuzaki on how to behave on a date?" Light asked astounded.
"Of course, Light-kun. I doubt Watari's been on a date in decades, so who better to give advice than me?" Matsuda said, looking hurt at Light and Mogi's actions.
"Light-kun's the one who has hot girlfriends like Misa, so he would have been the best one to give advice to Ryuzaki- who in my opinion is a lost cause," Mogi laughed. "I mean, who'd be attracted to someone like that?"
Light was surprised to feel his cheeks redden in anger at the man's comments. He was attracted to the detective, even though he was quirky and infuriating at times.
"I don't think Ryuzaki's a lost cause. I do believe that Misa finds him cute," Matsuda blurted out, then quickly blushed and looked at Light for his reaction, hoping that the teen wouldn't be upset.
"I agree, Matsuda-san. Ryuzaki isn't a lost cause, he just needs to quit being lazy about his looks, but his heart and mind are interested in other things- like being the worlds best detective," Light responded calmly.
"Where is Misa, Light-kun? You two haven't seen each other for a few days." Mogi asked the teen sitting next to him.
"I don't think she likes having our dates observed, plus I've been tired the last few days anyway and don't feel up to dating under surveillance," Light sighed. He didn't add that he also didn't miss seeing Misa in the least and that her airhead- ness exhausted him.
"Ryuzaki also left orders with us that Light and Misa should not 'under any circumstances' be allowed to see each other while he was out tonight." Matsuda eagerly informed the other two men.
Light laughed. "Oh, it's okay for him to go on a date, but I can't? That doesn't seem fair." the teen responded, and then a thought hit him. Could it be that Ryuzaki was actually jealous of him and Misa?
Mogi interrupted Light's thought. "Well, you are his main suspect, you're lucky you're not still locked in a jail cell," the detective pointed out.
Light jangled the chain that connected the two. "Do you think it's lucky that I'm chained up twenty-fours a day? Especially when the ironic thing is that I'm not Kira," Light snapped. "If Ryuzaki should get to watch my dates with Misa then I should be able to watch his just on the principle of the situation. An eye for an eye as he's so fond of saying." Light smirked.
"Well, I know that the restaurant is been equipped with surveillance cameras that feed back to our headquarters. Watari and your father will be accompanying him into the restaurant and will also equipped with hidden cameras," Mogi explained to Light, as the teen eyes widened.
"Well, that makes me feel better. Let's see how Ryuzaki enjoys being watched while he's on a date." Light laughed. This was just perfect!
"I doubt he likes it, Light, but whether you respect the man or not, he's still the world's greatest detective and it'd be a huge loss if anything happened to him, he's irreplaceable." Detective Yagami said, surprising his son as he came up behind Light. "Watari and Ryuzaki are on their way in here now, with final instructions to give to you all before we leave."
OOOoooOOO
L stood and looked at himself critically in the mirror. His fingers itched to pull off the socks and shoes that adorned his feet. He shifted uncomfortably in the outfit he had on and looked over at Watari pleadingly.
"Must I wear this, Whammy? I'm sure my date will understand if I don't…" L said quietly, as his guardian reached out to smooth the front of his suit.
"You look outstanding, Ryuzaki. You only have to wear this outfit for a few hours, and then you can change into your usual attire," Watari replied in a comforting voice.
L was shaking as the detective looked up at him with worried eyes. "I'm scared, Watari, should I risk this case just to see them again? What if they don't feel the way they used to about me?" he whispered.
Watari pulled the young man into a hug, careful not to wrinkle his clothes. "Don't worry, my boy. I'm sure nothing's changed between you two," he assured L.
"I hope you're right. And I hope Light-kun will behave himself." the detective said as the two men ended their hug and began to exit the room.
OOOoooOOO
Light blinked. The man standing before him couldn't be Ryuzaki- could it.
This man stood taller than Light, his big black eyes shone, the shadows that were beneath them were gone. His ebony hair was glossy and framed his face flatteringly, showing off his high cheekbones, straight aristocratic nose, strong jaw, and sensuous mouth. Light noticed that there was no trace of the dark bruise that he had given the detective the night before.
Light let his gaze fall from Ryuzaki's face and slid down over the detective's body. He had on an expensive black suit with a red tie; his frame looked graceful and lean. The teen marveled at the difference that standing up straight had improved the detectives look. He noticed the detective was wearing black dress shoes, and that whoever had picked out the clothes seemed to pick the exact thing Light himself would have picked to wear on such a formal date.
Who was this date of Ryuzaki's? Why was it so special? Light thought, a feeling like jealously coming over him, and he quickly shook it off.
For a moment, Light saw a pained look pass over the detectives face as he was discussing last minute preparations with his father, and the teen had an image of removing the shoes from Ryuzaki's feet and giving him a foot massage he would never forget…
Light hurried and sat down as he felt an erection coming on. He was embarrassed; he couldn't believe the effect that Ryuzaki was having on him!
Suddenly, the object of his desire came over to Light. "I'm leaving now, Light-kun, so please behave yourself. Matsuda will be busy watching the surveillance. In the meantime, you and Mogi-san can do research or just watch TV until I return," Ryuzaki explained softly, and then turned to go.
"Wait, Ryuzaki!" Light called out.
The detective turned around. "Yes, Light-kun?"
Light quickly glanced around, his father and Watari had their backs to them as they walked to the door. Mogi was looking at a magazine, so the teen felt it was safe to tell Ryuzaki something.
"You clean up really well, Ryuzaki. You look very nice," Light said softly, his heart hammering in his chest as the man smiled a dazzling smile at him. He couldn't remember the detective ever smiling like that before….
"I'm glad you approve, Light-kun. I give you credit for the clothes I'm wearing, since I saw you admiring this suit online the other day.." the man said, "It's yours, if you want it, since I'll probably never need it again."
"Ryuzaki, you amaze me sometimes." Light sighed, as the detective turned around and hurried towards the door.
"I hope that's a good thing," Ryuzaki said, and then he called out "Don't forget to behave, Light-kun," as he closed the door behind him.
Light laughed. He had other plans than that….
To be continued.
A/N- Please stick with me. Next chapter we will meet L's mysterious date and what Light has up his sleeve…