A/N: Holy hell xx; LONG chapter. Okay, I know this chapter isn't exactly accurate, but come on. . . I needed to change a few things around. They are in Winchester, after all. . .

Chapter 12

Their lives went on like this for a couple months. Each day Aurora could feel herself growing closer to Matt. And finally, she accepted the fact that she was in love with him. She just. . . Didn't know how to tell him. Much to her dismay, he hadn't made any moves to try and seduce her. Or, hell, even ask her out! She figured he was either extremely shy or trying his hardest to be a gentleman. (Which he was definitely good at.)

It was around 11am, and Maria and Aurora were serving the few people in the diner. (It was a slow day.) The 11 o' clock news was playing dully in the background on the TV by the bar. Then something caught everyone's attention.

"I am Kira. This tape is being aired on April 18th at exactly 11:08am as I requested." The disguised voice had startled everyone. They were instructed by said voice to change the channel to watch a news anchor be killed. What? This isn't like Kira. . .He only kills criminals. . .Maria changed the channel just in time to see the anchor's eyes roll back in his head. Everyone was speechless, and the channel was switched back to the original news. Again, they were instructed to change the channel to watch him murder another victim. No. . .This isn't like him at all. . .Could it be. . .? This man was dead, too, and they switched channels again. "People of the world, listen to me. I do not want to kill the innocent. I hate evil and love justice." Ugh. This guy's pissing me off, whoever he is. "I've always thought of the police as allies, not enemies." He went on to explain how he wanted to create a perfect world, free of evil. Aurora didn't think she'd ever heard a public place remain so quiet. He's threatening the innocent?! This must be a joke. . .

Suddenly, the screen went black. Everyone looked at the cause. "Come on, now. Is 'is really whot you want to be watching whilst you eat?" The tension lifted slightly as Esther's voice floated through the air. Well, for everyone else, anyway. Aurora was still incredibly upset. Didn't anyone see this? The REAL Kira would never threaten the innocent. . . At least not so openly.

The next hour crept by, painstakingly slowly. Esther hadn't allowed anyone to turn the TV back on, and Aurora was still unsettled. When can I get out of here. . .She looked at the clock. 12:30?! She nearly blurted it out loud. Where's Matt? Now she was sure. Something was definitely wrong. "Esther, can I use the phone?" Aurora suddenly found herself saying.

Noticing the girl's frantic expression, her manager quickly nodded. Aurora walked numbly over to the phone and dialed Matt's cell number. It rang. And rang. And rang some more. Voicemail. Now she was freaking out. He always answers his phone.

The girl jumped when a hand was place firmly on her shoulder. She whirled around and looked directly into Esther's eyes.

"Sapphira," the woman started, "take the rest 'o the day off, love. You look a bit shaken up." Aurora nodded and quickly got herself ready to leave. After saying her quick goodbyes to her coworkers, she was on her way home.

She felt like she was moving incredibly fast. Like something had taken over her body and was propelling her forward. The blonde almost stopped in her tracks when she realized what was happening. This must be Amaterasu. An image of the goddess flashed in her mind. However, a strong sensation in her stomach told her that she still was not yet fully awakened. When she'd finished all of her thoughts, she found herself at the entrance to Wammy's House.

Without a moment of hesitation, the girl was inside, searching frantically for anyone. (Preferably Matt.) In her rush, she nearly ran over Roger.

"Sapphira. . ." The man sounded confused. "Shouldn't you be at work?"

She needed to calm herself down so she could speak clearly. Taking a breath, she began, "I saw the Kira newscast." Instantly, she saw Roger tense. "Well, that left a bad aftertaste . . . Then Matt didn't show up and I got worried. . ." The elderly man nodded as he continued listening. "And when I called, he didn't answer, so. . . My manager saw how upset I was and gave me the rest of the day off."

Roger smiled warmly at her. "Don't worry about him. Everyone's just writing down their deductions on that broadcast." The look on Aurora's face told him he needed to elaborate. He sighed. Roger knew he would eventually need to explain this to her. "This orphanage is more like a training place for L's replacements."

Aurora's eyes widened. "THE L?!" Oh wow. . .He's so incredible! It always amazes me to hear about his brilliant deductions!" She was talking a mile a minute. "It's been my dream to work alongside him! Especially during this case."

The man smiled again. "You may write down your thoughts too, if you wish." Aurora eagerly agreed and sat down at the table, beginning to write down all the thoughts she'd had back at the diner. She finished rather quickly, feeling a bit embarrassed that it didn't take her long. After she handed Roger her paper, she headed towards Matt's room.

She played his Wii and waited for his return. It didn't take too long for him to strut into the room, game in hand. He didn't even notice the girl sitting on his bed. Until she jumped up and hugged him, that is. He turned off his game and picked her up, hugging her back. "What's the occasion?" He laughed.

Aurora explained all that had happened, and he hugged her tighter. "Sorry, Saph. . . I should've called you and told you, but it was kind of sudden . . ." She told him not to worry about it, and the two began their daily Wii tourny.

The next day passed as most of her days in the last two months. Up, shower, dress, leave, work, break (with Matt), more work, bus ride, home. She'd gotten quite used to the normalcy in her life. Though it wouldn't be the perfect life without her brother.

Evan . . . How long ago had he left? Wow. . . Two months . . .She knew it was useless to look for him, even when she'd first received his note that day. Her brother was smart. Really smart. If he didn't want her to find him, he would make damn sure she didn't. Aurora didn't underestimate her brother, either. Even if he was only fourteen, he could figure out where to go to be safe . . .

"This game's winner is. . . Roy!" Matt's television blurted. Aurora snapped back into reality and looked warily at the screen, then at Matt, who was doing a ridiculous victory dance. She rolled her eyes and laughed, giving him a soft shove. He was about to start another playful argument, but they were interrupted.

"Sapphira," Roger's voice hit her like a splash of cold water. "Could I see you in my office?" It was getting late anyway, so Aurora agreed. Looking at Matt, she grinned sweetly and said "Don't worry, I'll be back tomorrow to kick your ass."

He smiled and stood up. "Yeah, yeah, yeah. Whatever you say." Laughing, he pulled her into a hug and kissed her on the cheek. Was he lingering a bit longer than usual. . .?

"Matt, I. . ." He pulled back to look at her questioningly. I love you. . . C'mon! Just say it, Aurora! "I'll see you tomorrow!" Ugh! Damn nerves! She turned and hurriedly followed Roger to his office.

Matt sighed and got ready for bed. Why can't I just tell her?!

Aurora sat down in the comfy chair across from where Roger sat at his desk. "So, what's going on?" She smiled.

The elderly man's face wrinkled up into a smile as well. "Sapphira, your deductions were spot on! And the other inferences you made were brilliant! They exactly matched L's! The only other person who managed that was Near . . ." He trailed off, trying to find the right words. "Near's still too young, but I think you're capable of helping the investigators." He smiled brightly. "I've gotten you a ticket to Japan to work alongside L! I know this has been your dream. . . Your plane leaves first thing in the morning. And don't worry about packing, I'll have some one take care of that for you."

Aurora smiled the biggest smile ever. Her dream was finally coming true! She thanked Roger too many times to count before he sent her to bed.

On the walk to her room she had so many thoughts swirling through her head. About how she would finally be able to see L in person, and how she would be able to make history, helping solve the biggest case of the century.

Then, a thought hit her so hard she thought she would puke. Matt. . .