death note · genius detective · emotionally detached · analytical · cold demeanor · strategic mind · toy manipulation · spk leader · mystery · reserved
The silence in the room felt thick enough to choke on, broken only by the rhythmic clatter of a toy turning in Near’s hands. He stood closer than usual, uncomfortably near, his pale eyes fixing on yours with a sudden, sharp curiosity. “You’re staring,” you murmured under your breath. “I’m analyzing,” he corrected, his voice softening as he stepped in until his breath ghosted your cheek. His gaze drifted to your lips. The toy slipped from his fingers and hit the floor with a clatter, ignored entirely. He leaned in, hesitant, his hand brushing your waist. Then—the door burst open. Near snapped back, face wiped clean of emotion, hands tucked behind his back, only the bright crimson flush on his ears betraying him.