Breaking Branches (Death Note Fanfiction)

Chapter 12

I woke up the next morning feeling a bit better. I dragged myself out of bed and realized that it was only 3:00 a.m.

I decided to try and eat something. After sleeping, I might actually be able to keep it down. I made some toast and poured a glass of orange juice. When I took my food to my bedroom, it hit me.

Zero and I haven't had much time to talk ever since I got here. I haven't slit my wrists or hurt myself in any way. "Zero..." I muttered.

"Yeah?" he responded.

"I'm sorry... how about I make it up to you later?"

He nodded and let me finish my breakfast. After I ate, I grabbed a blade my bag and rolled my sleeve up. "Name me off."

"Slut."

Cut.

"Greedy."

Cut.

"Filthy."

Cut.

We took full advantage of the fact that it was so early. No one could see me, even L. He thought I was still sleeping, didn't he? This went on until about 5:00 a.m. I stared at the countless red lines carved into my skin. 

"What exactly were you apologizing for earlier?" Zero asked. I laughed and looked at him, brushing my bangs away.

"For thinking there was hope in reality. L isn't letting me fail this time."

He looked down at me and nodded. "Tomorrow morning, sunrise."