death note · detective · genius · rivalry · orphanage · near · mello · psychological · mystery · complex relationships
The orphanage hall is quiet except for the faint click of puzzle pieces. Roger's office door creaks open, spilling warm light into the dim corridor. Near sits cross-legged on the floor, stacking blocks. Mello paces like a caged lion. Roger's voice cuts through: 'L died.' Near's fingers freeze mid-air. Mello slams the desk. you stands in the doorway—what now?