((Author's Note)) Here we go...I am now going along with the anime storyline from here on out, but don't fret, for throughout the story Yugi will continue on her own misson to find Akiteru.

I'm Also going to label the chapters for those who want to keep track on how far into the series I am.

With that out of the way, I hope you enjoy the chapter.

Edit: Only grammatical edits in this chapter

Chapter 6-Confrontation

I sat silently as L set up my computer with his voice scrambler and logo, which consisted of a gothic, or english style, L on a white background.

"Are you ever going to get your own computer so I can have mine back?" I asked as we waited for the ICPO meeting to begin. "It took me over a year to save the money to get that, you know."

L just shushed me as he turned on the mic. "Greetings to all of you at the ICPO...I am L."

I exhaled heavily through my nose in frustration as I violently shuffled and sorted my cards. L continued to ignore me as he spoke.

"The difficulty of this case lies on its unprecedented scope; and make no mistake...we are witnessing an atricious act of mass murder, one that is unforgivable."

I put down my cards temporarily as I grabbed a nearby notepad and pen, writing down small report notes. This morning L gave me the responsibility of reporting events to Near and Mello regularly...and due to my limited memory, he allowed me to take small notes as long as I burn them afterward.

"This case cannot be solved without the full cooperation of the ICPO," L continued. "That is all of the police organizations you represent throughout the world. You need to make the decision to fully support the investigation at this meeting." He glanced at me and I nodded, reassuring him that I was paying attention. "Also I require additional cooperation from Japan's National Police Agency."

I continued to take notes as the meeting continued, occationally sorting through my cards while doing so, making note to order more custom made ones for my collection.

"...At any rate, I would like to set up the investigation headquarters in Japan."

"Done," I muttered low enough that the mic didn't catch it. L gave me a look that clearly said Watch it. I simply shrugged. When the meeting was over, L passed the laptop over to me so I could send the message to Mello and Near.

Mello's POV (3rd Person)

I was standing in the main hall by Roger's office, eating a bar of chocolate. Just standing there...bored as hell.

Damn it, who would of thought it would be no fun without her... Thank God Matt hasn't asked about it, although I'm sure he's noticed. Mello continued to inter-monologue when he saw Near, once again, appear from the shadows.

"What do you want?" Mello sneered at his rival. Near's face was indifferent, as usual.

"I was under the impression that L has contacted us for our first meeting of the case," he simply stated, curling a piece of his hair. "However, I couldn't help but notice the lack of hostility you've shown in the last few days...not that I'm complaining."

Just then, Roger showed up and led the two boys into his office. Just in time for the familiar logo of the Gothic styled L to show up on the screen.

When it disappeared, both Near and Mello were shocked to see Yugi's face replacing it.

"Yugi?!" Mello exclaimed.

"Hello, boys," Yugi said with a small smirk. "Miss me?"

"Hello, Yugi," Near replied, all previous emotion no longer apparent on his face. "I see your plan was a success."

Mello looked at Near. "You knew what she was doing?!" Near simply nodded. "Why didn't you stop her?"

"She's still here, you know," Yugi commented. The statement was ignored, however.

"It was no use...she would have left whether I tried or not," Near deadpanned.

"Guys..." Yugi tried to get the boys' attention.

"It still wouldn't have hurt to try," Mello shot back at Near. "Wouldn't you want her to know she was safer here?!"

"Hello," Yugi spoke in a sing-song voice.

"What I would like her to know, Mello, is why you care so much," Near stated. "Yugi's a big girl and can take care of herself."

Mello was about to respond when he heard a loud, "HEY!"

He and Near abruptly looked at the computer screen again to see a slightly agitated Yugi. "We're not here to talk about why I ran away, so shut up and listen to me."

Mello blinked in shock. He's never seen Yugi so serious in the two years he's known her.

"Now that I have your full attention," Yugi said, "I have the information on the ICPO meeting and Ryuzaki has given me the job of reporting this and any further information regarding the case."

"How'd the meeting go?" Near asked, getting straight down to buisiness, forgetting about the small quarrel between him and Mello.

"Well, for starters, L has taken control of the investigation as planned, he is recieving assistance from the Japanese NPA, and he already has a rough idea on where Kira is at."

"What does he plan on doing from here?" Mello asked.

"I'm not sure yet, but he said it would be discussed later."

"Is there anything he wants us to do?"

Yugi shrugged. "Continue searching for patterns in the heart attacks, I guess. He didn't say anything about additional information he required."

Near nodded, gripping a strand of his hair. "Understood." With that, the computer screen went blank.

Yugi's POV (1st Person)

I disconnected just as Watari returned from the meeting. "Hello there, Watari," I greeted.

"Hello, Yugi," He greeted back. "I'm sure L has discussed what he'll have you doing." I nodded.

"Yugi." I turned my head to said detective.

"Yes, L?" I asked.

"How good are your skills on infiltration?" the insomniac questioned.

I gave L a smirk. "You're talking to a wolf girl who managed to stow away on an airplane under government officials' noses...twice. Not to mention the saddening events that are past experiences that involved breaking and entering. I think they're as good as Wedy's if not better," I explained matter-of-factly. "Why?"

"I need you to break into the police station and access their private files," L explained. "Can you do that?"

I sighed. "Child's play."

((Author's Note)) There you have it. What will happen next? I'm not telling you whether I know or not.

Until next time

-Garden