Chapter 33
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April 7th (continued)
Watari came and picked us up and drove us to the hospital in what seemed like minutes. I'm not sure whether we were in shock or if he was really driving that quickly. The Chiefs' wife and Light's mother, Sachiko, met us at the entrance and ushered us into the room were the Chief was hooked up to an I.V and was in what seemed like stable condition. Light and Ryuzaki took seats on small metal folding chairs, but for some reason Mrs. Yagami clung to my arm like glue and I was forced to stand behind Ryuzaki. It didn't bother me though, she seemed to be handling the hospitalization of her husband well, and if all I had to do was stand there and let her cling to me to keep her calm, then that's what was gonna happen.
. . .
"So the Doctors just think it was stress?" Light's voice is calm as he speaks, almost like the Chief being hospitalized doesn't bother him at all.
"Light! What are you saying?" From next to me Sachiko's calm manner slides away slightly to reveal a woman wrought with grief and worry. She grips my hand tightly as she yells at her son.
"Mom, he had a heart attack. Who wouldn't think it was Kira? I mean, that's the way all of Kira's victims died." I notice the Chief frown out of the corner of my eye, I gently squeeze his wife's hand to remind her that I'm there and she calms down.
"To be honest, my first thought when I was going down is that it was Kira." The Chief turns his head to us weakly.
"You head the task force in charge of this case…" Ryuzaki folds his arms and as I glance down at him I can feel the heat come to my face as I remember what he said to Light and I; it makes me look back to the Chief immediately. "Kira has more than enough reason to want you dead. A murder attempt by Kira might not be a thing we should rule out immediately…" Sachiko gasps in horror and I kick Ryuzaki's chair with my foot.
"Ryuga, what the hell!" He looks back at me slightly confused but otherwise unfazed. I can feel my hand going numb as Sachiko seems to fear the worst for her husband. I rub my face with my right hand and sigh.
"Sachiko, Light's here now and I'm fine. Why don't you give Suzuki's hand a break and go home for the night? I'm not going anywhere…and, don't mention this to Sayu…I wouldn't want her getting upset." Her grip relaxes as she seems to adhere to her husband's pseudo-request. She looks at him longingly and sighs. I put my still semi-numb hand on her shoulder causing her to look at me.
"Hey, don't worry; the Chief is tough he'll be fine." She smiles as if she remembers how true my words are, then sighs and reaches down to pick up her bag and coat.
"I'll be back tomorrow then with some of your clothes. Thank you all for coming." She turns to me with a friendly smile "What was your name again dear?"
Caught slightly off guard I stutter a bit, "Suzuki ma'am, Suzuki Matsui."
"Thank you for looking after Light and my husband for me." I nod as her attention goes to the men. "Maybe you should invite her to the house sometime, I'm sure she and Sayu would get along famously." My face goes red and I scratch the back of my head uncomfortably. She turns back. "You're always welcome in our home Suzuki." I nod again and she smiles, seemingly satisfied. "Alright, goodnight everyone." We all say goodnight and I watch as she finally leaves, passing through Ryuk on her way out. He turns to me and laughs.
"Sounds like your mom has a new favorite Light." We both seem to ignore him and the door shuts with a click.
The entire room's atmosphere changes with that one click and you can tell as the Chief sighs. "I'm sorry about that Suzuki. Sachiko isn't normally like that." I shrug.
"S'no big deal Chief, she's just worried about you. I don't mind being there to comfort her, it's kinda my job." He nods slightly.
"She was right though. If you ever need anything you are welcome in our home." He smiles. "I also believe that you and Sayu would get along really well."
Ryuk laughs. "Oh, hoho, looks like Daddy has a new favorite too." It takes all of my being to not roll my eyes.
All this attention is starting to make me uncomfortable…I should probably change the subject somehow.
I grab a folding chair from the corner of the room and place it next to Ryuzaki before I plop down in it. "Thank you, that means a lot to me. So…I wanna know if you think you really collapsed because of stress…because I think I was the one who warned you about overworking yourself." It comes out a little more I-told-you-so, than I planned but I fold my arms and try to act like it was on purpose. Out of the corner of my eye I see Ryuk move to stand behind Light, who hasn't said a word.
Man…a Shinigami in a hospital…ironic…
The Chief shifts uncomfortably. "Yeah, now that you mention it, you probably did. We've been under so much pressure lately, and with the threat of being Killed by Kira hanging over us…I don't think I've had a good night's sleep in months…this was bound to happen." He sighs softly.
Well you are the type to work yourself to death…maybe I should have paid more attention to him…but I was with Ryuzaki when it happened…
"I'm sure knowing that Light is under suspicion must strain you as well." Ryuzaki unfolds his arms and places his hands on his knees, looking less agitated but squished all at the same time.
It's true that the Chief knew, but Light didn't know that he knew…you gotta learn that there is a time and place Ryuzaki…
Light is immediately surprised and angry all at once. "You told my father that I'm under suspicion?!"
"Yes of course, in fact, I've told your father everything including the fact that I am L." The Chief sighs and it seems like he's getting tired.
I don't even know what time it is.
"Yes, it's true that this is L. We've been calling him 'Ryuzaki' to hide his identity, but it's definitely L. Suzuki here is also working alongside us." Light doesn't even look at me, he seems to be too deep in thought.
Wonder if he'll bring up the girlfriend thing…I hope not…I still want to talk to Ryuzaki about it before the task force finds out. I still gotta know if he was lying for Light or being serious…
"So…Ryuzaki, has talking to my son cleared away any of your suspicions?"
"No. In all honesty all his comments regarding the Kira case have just been too perfect. Unfortunately for him it's made me even more suspicious." I'm shocked that he'd say this to the Chief who is still recovering from a goddamn heart attack. I tap him roughly with the back of my hand as a 'what-the-hell-slap' he turns to me confused again as Light blows a gasket.
"Hey! Saying that to me is one thing, but don't say stuff like that in front of my Dad! It could upset his condition. Have a little consideration Ryuga."
Ryuzaki shrinks a little like a kid who's just gotten in trouble. "I apologize…" I sigh at my hopeless companion and look at the Chief once more; the bags under his eyes are becoming more prominent by the minute.
"It's alright, ambiguous answers won't make me feel any better; I'd rather the truth. Even though you're under suspicion I understand that it's not quite enough to make you an actual suspect."
That may be true, but to me he's our only suspect…there are too many weird things going on around him for him not to be connected to Kira.
"That's correct." Ryuzaki shifts slightly in his chair as I cross my legs. "You seem to misunderstand me Light…when I say I suspect you it's a very minor percent. I've explained it before but let me go over it again. Not long ago Kira killed twelve FBI agents who'd come to Japan to assist us. They were instructed to follow those with a connection to the Japanese Police. One of those agents, Raye Penber, exhibited strange behavior before he died." Ryuzaki pauses while Light thinks it over.
"If I might interject Ryuzaki…" everyone's attention pulls to me and he nods at me as a way to tell me to begin. "While Kira did get information from his contact within the task force, he never once killed a task force member to do so. So from that we can potentially infer that Kira and his informant, willing or oblivious, could potentially be family of one of the investigators, an while it's possible that Kira maybe capable of killing family, he hasn't yet…Plus these murders continued after the task force was shrunk considerably…" I trail off as they all begin to stare at me. "What? You're all looking at me as if you forgot that I'm actually smart…"
Light shakes his head as though he's shaking the shock away. "So that's how you narrowed it down to us and the Kitamura's then…I was being investigated when that Raye Penber died, wasn't I? Now I see…it's only natural that after all that you'd suspect me-no there would be no one else to suspect." Light pauses and Ryuzaki looks at me and then to Light.
"I find Light's deductive skills very impressive. He's always quick and to the point."
What do you mean? That sounded pretty jumbled to me, even if he did agree with us…
"Ryuga," Light folds his arms. "I'd like to help with the investigation. My father has erased any doubt that I had about your identity. I'd also like to catch Kira to prove once and for all that I'm not him."
How are you going to pull that off Light? With all out evidence and the fact that I can see the Shinigami…it's hard to think of a scenario where you aren't Kira…all of this…has got to be just an act.
"No Light.' The Chiefs voice is weak, but attempts to be stern. "This is a time in your life where you should be studying to become a police officer. I doubt it will be too late to join us once you are done."
"C'mon Dad, what are you talking about? Who knows how long or how many years that'll even take."
You think it'll take us years to find Kira, Chief? Jeez, what a confidence booster…
"Besides, don't you remember my promise? I promised that if something ever happened to you, I'd find Kira and make sure he gets the death penalty." I sigh and lean forward, uncrossing my legs to I can rest my head in my hands.
So you want to catch yourself…and give yourself the death penalty? You're trying too hard to convince us Light…you're acting like a child caught in a lie…a hole growing ever deeper.
"So then Light…what kind of person do you think Kira is? And I don't mean 'evil murdering bastard' I want you to profile him." I sigh as I speak the words, but I keep my eyes glued to Lights. He twitches at the word 'evil' for some reason. It feels like he's still acting but inside he wants to kill me, which…if he's Kira isn't too far off. If Light does his profiling unbiased to himself, then he should be basically getting the same answer we are, and give us a profile fitting of himself.
"Profile Kira?" He pauses and thinks. "I guess I see him as an affluent child."
"Affluent as in spoiled?" I ask as he puts his hand to his chin.
"Affluent as in well off, but not necessarily wanting for not, however he would have everything he needs." I nod in acceptance of this idea, seeing as how someone like that is sitting right in front of me.
"Hmm, I like this idea, please continue." Ryuzaki seems to hang on Lights every word. I glance between them and catch a sight of Ryuk who seems to be listening in.
"Well, if Kira can kill just by willing it, as we've assumed…if a human obtained that type of power-using it to rid the world of criminals while at the same time using those criminals as an example to decrease crime rate, sounds like a child's version of a utopia…I'd say with that in mind that Kira would range anywhere between a fifth grader and a high school student. If it was anyone younger they'd be too scared to use their power or would use it to kill people they know. Like a local bully for example; anyone older like an adult would most likely use it for personal gain…there are millions of ways that a power like this could be used to become rich. However, I believe that in a way Kira is still pure…he's an affluent child, who…like I said, has everything they need. Now that I think about it more, he's probably a junior high student with his own phone, computer, and television." Light stops and as he had spoken he had begun to lean forward and is now resting his arms on his knees. I turn slightly to see that Ryuzaki had assumed his thinking position.
Light, you basically just described yourself at the beginning of this case…do you not have your own phone, computer, and television in your room? So once again, from my point of view…you are our prime suspect.
"So according to your profiling, Light, the most suspicious of our present targets would be…your sister Sayu." Ryuzaki's voice surprises me and Light jumps up from his chair, I can see in his eyes that he wants to punch Ryuzaki in the face so I get ready to block it when it inevitably comes.
"What the hell is wrong with you, Ryuzaki?!" My voice is lost behind Lights.
"What is the matter with you?! Did you come to wish my father well or give him another heart attack?!" Ryuk begins to chuckle, but I'm still ready to block Light's punch, even if Ryuzaki kinda deserves it…
"I was only drawing an obvious conclusion from your own speculation, Light."
"Stop it; both of you. Nothing you say is going to faze me anyway, I'm too tired for that…but if you're going to fight take it outside."
I look between all of them. Ryuzaki; one of the best detectives in the world, Light Yagami, potentially Kira, but the son of the Chief and Sachiko, brother to Sayu. The Chief, Soichiro Yagami, Detective Superintendent and father to Light and Sayu, husband to Sachiko…and then there's me…Samn Crisis, alias Suzuki Matsui…my whole life I've just been dragged into adventure and tragedy…so some would label me a drifter of sorts. I'm daughter to no one, sister to no one…I guess my point is…if it wasn't for Kira…wasn't for Light, then I'd have never met any of them…not that I'm thankful for the murder of so many people cause I'm not…I just think that otherwise I'd never meet any of them…
"This might just sound like a normal father talking, but I'm absolutely sure that Sayu is not Kira…if anything she's the type who'd kill someone she didn't like then cry her eyes out about it…" He sighs as he moves to look back at the ceiling.
From next to Light I can hear Ryuk make a comment about how the Chief can say he's certain about Sayu, but not Light, but I ignore it.
"Kira is evil, there's no doubt about that…but lately I've found myself thinking about it differently…the real evil is the power to kill people…anyone who finds themselves with that power is cursed…no matter how you use it, anything obtained by killing people could never bring true happiness…" We hang on his every word
To be called evil by your own father must be tough, but you did bring this on yourself. You can't just go around thinking that nothing you do matters as long as you get the end you desire…the end never justifies the means…
"You're absolutely right Mr. Yagami. I would say he is cursed as well." I turn to look at Light who hasn't said a word this whole time and notice that he isn't even looking at his father. He is in the same spot as he was when he jumped up but he's facing away from us.
"Ryuzaki I'm sorry about all of this, but I'll be back to work as soon as I can."
"Dad what are you talking about?! You need your rest!" This brings Light out of his slump and he looks like he's almost pleading to his father, but Ryuzaki and I know he's right.
"Chief you have to stay in bed and rest, Light can help out in the mean-"
"No!" He snaps at me and I immediately shut down. "I mean…no…I can't just sit here idly by twiddling my thumbs and watching T.V, knowing that Kira is out there. I will get him if it's the last thing I do." He looks at me apologetically.
If you're not careful…it might be…
There is a sudden knock at the door and seeing as how I'm the closest to it I rise and answer it. I open the door slightly and a nurse walks in.
"Excuse me, visiting hours were over ten minutes ago. You'll have to leave now, the patient needs his rest." I'm still surprised at the way she pushed through me but I nod at her.
"Yeah okay, we're sorry; we'll uh…get goin' right away." She seems satisfied by my answer and leaves the room and I shut the door behind her before looking to the Chief to say goodbye.
"Well I guess I'll be going dad. I'll check in tomorrow." Light smiles at his father and grabs his things before heading toward the door.
Jeez…is it only an American thing to hug your family? He's not even my dad but even I want to hug him goodbye…like…he almost died…jesus.
Ryuzaki stands up carefully from his chair. "Please get some rest Mr. Yagami; there will be plenty of work for you when you return." The Chief smiles weakly as I walk up and place my hand on his shoulder.
"Please Chief; get some rest so you can feel better…if not for you then for your family. You told your wife not to tell Sayu so she wouldn't worry, but what if you rush your recovery and end up with another heart attack but don't make it…we'd have to tell Sayu then…and she'd be devastated." I can tell that my words hit him deeply by the change in the softness of his face. He places his hand on mine weakly.
"All right Suzuki, I see your point…I'll try and get some rest." I smile down at him.
"Alright. Goodnight Chief."
"Goodnight all."
. . .
No one really says anything as we board the elevator and head toward the entrance. Ryuzaki tells me that Watari is waiting for us downstairs and offers to take Light home, but Light politely declines. I rest against the elevators walls as it slowly works its way down. It's been such an eventful day and all I want to do is crawl into bed. I close my eyes for a second but open them as the elevator stops and dings, signaling the doors are opening. I sneak a look at Ryuk as I notice that for once he's been quiet, almost like he's just watching us.
We push through the exit doors of the hospital and sure enough Watari is waiting for us by the car. Light begins to lag behind as Ryuzaki and I head toward the car.
"Ryuga…" We stop and turn; Light has his hands in his pockets and looks distressed. "What can I do to clear away your suspicions? Isn't there anything can do to make you trust me?"
Where is this coming from? This doesn't seem like the same Light…
"If you aren't Kira then you have nothing to fear, the truth will come in time." Ryuzaki's tone is soft, but for some reason it sets Light off. It takes me by surprise and I'm ready to block a punch again.
"Stop screwing with me! Think about what it feels like to be suspected of being Kira…" His voice almost convinces me that he may not be Kira, but the evidence points to him…
"It feels terrible." I catch a slight sadness in Ryuzaki's voice.
What do you mean 'It feels terrible'? When were you ever a suspect?
"See? So how about locking me up for a month somewhere with no T.V or anything, and watching me the whole time? Couldn't you do something like that?"
What the fuck?! Where is this coming from?
"Light we couldn't do that even if we got your permission. That's against basic human rights!" I can't help myself and Ryuzaki looks at me in surprise. I expect to be scolded but he just nods in agreement.
"She's right. I can't do anything that would violate your rights to privacy and freedom of movement. An anyway, it's nonsense to take a suggestion from a suspect." Ryuzaki sighs as if he's tired.
Right to privacy? Ryuzaki…you planted cameras and bugs in his house…you already violated his right to privacy.
"Oh…I guess you've got a point." Light gives up; seeming utterly defeated and fed up with today.
"But don't worry, Light. Like I said before, if you aren't Kira it will become apparent within time. Plus, watching you with your father today, you almost had me convinced that you might not be Kira." Ryuzaki turns and steps into the car. "Well, take care of your father." I'm about to step in as Light calls to us.
"Oh! One more thing. I said I'd help with the investigation, but I don't think I'll have the time until my father recovers." I smirk as I get in the car, Ryuzaki leans over me to look out at Light.
Woah, that's way too close…
"I know, goodnight Light." He leans back into his seat and I wave as I reach to shut the door.
"Take care Light." I fake a friendly tone and shut the door. As we drive off I look back and watch as Light and Ryuk fade into the distance.
"So…Suzuki, what is your opinion of Light Yagami after our time with him today?" Ryuzaki catches me off guard but I turn to him as he asks, certain of my answer.
"He's nothing but a snake…"
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