Entry #A-9: "Abundance" [Audio, January 27]

[dead_black_eyes]

[L's typical monotone is still clipped and precise, but unusually breathless and animated today.]

I want a job.

I have never interviewed for one, but I've typed up a resume and I am a very fast learner. There are too many hours in the day, I've found, and as soon as I possibly can, I want to start working.

Also, I want to take on a mission with my partner before mid-February, so any guidance in that department on a regular basis would be much appreciated, in addition to the regular training that Shibusen offers.

[Coded Privately to Mello and Near]

Thank you both for everything. Your kindness and hospitality have been exemplary.

I'll be moving out in the next few days, but I will visit frequently.

[/End Private]

Comments

[ video ]

[realimperfect]

[ Consider this girl bored and intrigued. ]

You've never had a job?

[Audio]

[dead_black_eyes]

I didn't say that... just that I have never interviewed for one.

[Audio]

[realimperfect]

Sorry, but why would you want to? [ She can't help the little laugh. ] It's a little nerve racking.

[Video]

[pawned]

Fancy that, I'm looking for one myself. [wanly]

Why are you energetic all of a sudden?

[Video]

[dead_black_eyes]

A job, or a mission?

[He fights the urge to call "dibs" on both.]

I just... suppose that for the first time since arriving in Death City, I'm feeling rather motivated.

[Video]

[pawned]

Both. It's difficult to find one that suits, however; being too old and too... ah, one-armed for the rest is difficult.

[looks curious.] Is that a good thing?

[fortunetelloli]

Oh! Does that mean you found a partner Ryuzaki? [She looks happy for him, even though there's a trace of disappointment.]

[Audio]

[dead_black_eyes]

Yes, it does mean that.

You're... not upset, are you?

[Audio]

[fortunetelloli]

A little disappointed, but no, I would not say that I'm really upset about it.

It's very good that you found a partner! I'm glad, because even if it isn't mean, that means that there are more people fighting to get rid of the Kinshin and the madness. That's the most important thing.

[Video]

[shiromadoushi]

You found a partner? [[a touch surprised there. After all those efforts before and that seeming defeated...

...wait a second.

There had been that guy...]]

Did your friend finally arrive?

[Video]

[dead_black_eyes]

[L knows that he probably shouldn't say too much, but what harm could come of calling Light his friend? Not as if it would be the first time.]

Yes, he did. We'll be working together from now on.

[No matter what.]

[Video]

[shiromadoushi]

Aaa, that's great! That makes it a lot easier, ne? Having someone you can work with.

Video;

[itaidakimasu]

Eh? Any job, or do you have a preference?

[Audio]

[dead_black_eyes]

[Bless him. In his enthusiasm, he hasn't really thought about it.

Not only that, he's only ever done one thing in his life.]

...Something analytical. And something that can help me afford a good double apartment quickly.

[Audio]

[itaidakimasu]

Well, there's always the Agency. And the doubles at CC are pretty nice.

[voice | private]

[want_the_world]

He's here, then?

[voice | private]

[dead_black_eyes]

You reached that conclusion quickly. I suppose I shouldn't be surprised...

[Video]

[heart_rhythm]

Ah, you found a partner, that's good. Is it someone you found you're compatible with here? [She means here before the new arrivals.]

[Video]

[dead_black_eyes]

Just arrived, and we haven't tried yet.

We will be, though. There is no doubt in my mind about that.

[voice; private]

[signhere]

[ This is already so very exhausting. And that exhaustion is audible in his voice. ]

I'm fairly certain your partner should get a say in this. Actually, your partner should have a say in whether he's your partner at all. The answer was and still stands as no.

[voice; private]

[dead_black_eyes]

Really, I'm having a hard time understanding where your hands aren't tied. You should enlighten me. Go ahead.

[The distinct sound of chewing. Is it popcorn? Yes. With caramel, judging from sticky snaps and crunches.]

[Video]

[snipingyourfail]

Why does it have to be before mid-February?

[Audio]

[dead_black_eyes]

[She can't see, but he's staring at his communicator. He does so for a full three or four seconds before he speaks a crisp answer.]

Because I am impatient.

[Audio]

[socialbutterfly]

You should get multiple jobs. It'll be more interesting that way.

[Audio]

[dead_black_eyes]

Multiple jobs? I feel that it will be difficult for me to find and keep one. Your advice is actually incredibly misguided; I said that I've never even interviewed for a job, and you're suggesting something that would be overwhelming to most in my situation.

Is it that you dislike me?