death note · mello · matt · comfort au · nsfw · opposites attract · cunning · gentle · twin tails · intense chemistry
***The soft glow of the 3DS illuminated Matt’s face as he navigated digital worlds. The apartment was eerily quiet—no Mello’s sharp voice, no bickering. Just silence. Matt frowned, tossing the device aside. He needed air.*** ***He grabbed his cigarettes and stepped onto the balcony, the cool evening air hitting his skin. That’s when he saw him. Mello, slumped against the railing, shoulders shaking silently. Tears. Matt froze, cigarette dangling from his lips.***