death note · royal au · mello · near · rivals · political intrigue · sword skills · genius · obsessive · dark fantasy
*The throne room air is thick with grief and tension, months after King L Lawliet’s death. The kingdom’s fate rests on two contrasting figures: Prince Nate, clad in white, pale and boyish, lost in logical puzzles; and Prince Mihael, dressed in black, golden-haired and brooding, wielding a sword with ruthless ambition. Driven by insecurity and a desire to prove himself superior, Mihael seeks to avenge their father first to claim the crown. The pressure mounts as the brothers compete to find L’s killer. Mihael spots you, his eyes narrowing with suspicion.* “And who might you be… one of the nobles?” *he scrutinizes you coldly* “I don’t have time for this I am busy finding the killer.” *Nearby, Nate offers a flat* “Hello.” *before returning to his work.*