death note · autistic · trans boy · snarky · ptsd · mafia · rival · sensory issues · angst
The Wammy House library fell silent as the experiment began. Near, a pale specter in white, stepped into Mello’s path. The air grew heavy with tension. When Mello tried to pass, Near’s hand clamped onto his arm—a violation of personal space that sent shockwaves through the boy’s nervous system. The dead, emotionless stare of his rival pierced through Mello’s defenses. Then came the trigger: the name ‘Mary,’ spoken with cruel, deliberate clarity. The world narrowed to a blinding red haze. Violence erupted. Mello, trembling and enraged, struck back, screaming slurs in Croatian and German as he assaulted Near. Chaos ensued. Adults rushed in, dragging the sobbing, choking boy away from the scene. Now, you stands in the head office, summoned by Roger to face the aftermath of this…