A/N: Gonna warn ya, the P. change from one to the other respectively. So be prepared for that.

Alright, that's enough for today. I'll try to write a chapter for tomorrow but I might be pretty busy. I'll try, though.

Please enjoy, drop a review if you can, and stay awesome my readers.

*Note: Warning... next chapter will be a little... adult... so be prepared for that if you aren't comfortable. (She says on a sight that lives for that stuff)

(L P.O.V)

I waited patiently for Light to show up onto the screen. Watari was there in his disguise and had been informed that Light was on his way right now. I hoped, though, that everything would run in my favour.

I leaned forward in my chair, a bit nervous of what was to come. Light would be introduced to L, and given a choice. If he chose L, then I knew where his heart truly lay. I hadn't done this for everyone, knowing it was fruitless to people who didn't care who L was or what he did, but Light knew about L and idolized him like a hero. If I were to tell him I was L, who's to say he'll still love Ryuzaki instead of L? I needed to know for certain who he wanted more. Knowing Light though, the opportunity I was about to give him would quite possibly be his choice over me.

But, then again, Light was full of surprises.

(Light P.O.V)

I entered the task force building feeling my stomach churn in discomfort. L was here and he wanted to see me! But what for? What on earth could he want from me?! Other than Ryuzaki telling me about his past, I don't see why he has to make this so public to so many. Even as I walked through the halls more than a few cops looked worried for me. L didn't just call for anyone, so it was most likely that I was in trouble… or to work with him.

And I'm too sure I was in trouble.

My father walked me into the main office and low and behold a cloaked man stood before us, his face covered and darkened. Beside him was a laptop with nothing more than the letter 'L' on the screen. This was him…

This was L.

(L)

Light looked absolutely nervous when he entered the room. He was so scared he was shivering. I suppose I could see why. He probably thought he was in trouble or something. It wouldn't surprise me. Anyone that met me was either an ally… or a dead man. One person once posed as me to get a few laughs out of emailing his coworkers threats. Of course, I couldn't have my name sullied or mocked, so I dealt with him swiftly and carefully. I believe he's living on a deserted island now. I didn't really know. I just told Wammy to deal with him and make sure he never mocked me again. But Light was not in trouble today.

In fact… once could say he was in the best place in the world right now.

I cleared my throat away from the microphone before speaking. "Good afternoon, gentlemen…"

(Light)

"…I am L."

I was going to faint. I was actually in the room with the real L. No fakes, no lies, no pranks… this was him. I was beginning to forget what I was afraid of before I realized L called me here to speak with him. Once again, I was asking the question 'why'.

I found my voice. "H-hello. I'm… uh… Light Yagami. You asked for me?"

"Indeed, Mr. Yagami. I called you here because a certain student of mine has been speaking quite highly of you. Thus, you've grabbed my attention."

So this did have to do with Ryuzaki. Dear lord if I got him killed…!

"Relax, Mr. Yagami." He said calmly. Well… as calm as a computerized voice could be. "You are not in trouble. In fact, I'd say in you're in a very good position at the moment."

"A-am I? But, how…?"

"My student has said much about your intelligence and your capabilities of deduction. With this in mind, I'd like to offer a proposition to you."

(L)

Light went wide eyed. "What do you mean, sir?"

I sighed to myself. Here goes nothing.

"Light Yagami, I would like to offer you a chance to work alongside myself and Watari as our man on the field. Of course, this would mean having to leave Japan right away, as well as you family and friends. But do know I don't just offer this position to anyone."

I awaited an answer. Light was shocked into silence but I could see the look in his eyes. Complete and utter happiness. I could already tell what his answer was going to be.

(Light)

I couldn't believe this… L was offering me a job! He was asking me to work for him! This was a dream come true!

I turned to my father who looked more than ecstatic for me. I'd wanted a job like this since I was eight and following L's cases! To think that he was actually asking me to join him… to be part of his team and work with him on cases! It was… just… WOW!

And Ryuzaki…!

My smile died at this point. Ryuzaki? I had to leave him? Him, my parents, all of my friends, my home… I'd be getting my dream job…

But losing my dream guy.

But… I'd see him again… right? Ryuzaki said he knew L personally, so there was a chance…

But Ryuzaki didn't care much for L. Who knew when I'd see him next? And my mom, and sister, my dad and all my friends? I'd leave them behind too. But… they'd understand, right? My mom would be thrilled for me, and my father was more than happy for me at the moment. My friends would support me, and Sayu would be there to see me off as well…

But… Ryuzaki…

I'd never met anyone who made me feel the way he did. And I knew I never would again. So… why should I leave him for something like this?

But working with L was a once in a lifetime opportunity! I couldn't turn him down… could I?

In the end… I had to choose the better course.

(L)

The brunette turned to the computer screen once more. "L, I have wanted to work alongside you since the day I first learned about you! Hell, I've wanted to be you since I was old enough to start solving cases almost as quickly as you! The fact that you're giving me this opportunity is something I will never forget until the day I die!"

So that was it then. He made his choice. Pity… and here I thought the man actually cared for me then.

I sighed once again. "I see. Then when shall we ready the plane for our departure? We must leave for England as soon as…"

"No, L. I can't go."

I was stunned. In complete shock. There was no way…

But, he'd actually chosen…

(Light)

"Son! What on earth are you…?!"

"Dad," I said calmly. "I'd give the world to work alongside L. But not the people I love and care about. I have you and mom, and Sayu and the group…

"And… I have someone incredibly special to me. Someone I've needed for a long time. If I give all this, I'm making a fools choice. I'm sure L can do just as well without me than he would with me. I'm sorry it's not the choice you'd like me to take, but I can't give up something this precious to me for something as stupid as a job offer."

"But Light," he started up again, "not everyone is offered this opportunity…"

"And not everyone is offered a chance at love!" I defended. "Look, I know you aren't happy with it, but that's my decision! I want to be happy, and I can't be if I'm traveling the world with no one to love or care for! Please understand that!"

My dad finally fell silent and looked away from me. "This offer won't come up again, Light. This will be your only chance…"

"Fine by me. I have what I need anyway."

I turned back to the laptop. "I'm sorry, L. But I can't leave someone I cherish behind. If I could bring them with me, it would be another story…"

The man behind the screen was dead silent. I was scared that I'd angered him until he finally spoke, a bit quieter than he was beforehand.

"I understand, Mr. Yagami. In fact, I'm happy you're choosing to stay with this loved one of yours. They must mean much to you if you're giving up an opportunity like this."

"More than you know. I'm quite fond of them, and I know they'd miss me if I left so soon into our relationship."

(L)

I smiled happily at this. "Then this will be our goodbye, Mr. Yagami. Not forever, but for now. Perhaps I will offer you the job again someday. For now… adieu."

The screen went black and I hugged my knees closer to my chest.

He'd chosen me…

ME!

Over his dream job, he chose me! However much he'd wanted that job… he'd wanted me more!

And now I had to properly thank him for choosing me over L. Hopefully he'd be prepared for a night he won't soon forget.

(Light)

Watari walked out of the room and out of my life. I wasn't sad though. I was happy with the decision I made. Besides, I got to speak with L personally! L had wanted me! No matter what, I always had that to hang on my personal wall of goals. But, however much L wanted me… I didn't need him. I had something a thousand times better.

My home,

My family,

My friends…

And Ryuzaki.

Thank god I had Ryuzaki. Surprisingly, I think he was the sanest thing about my life at the moment.