[L was on the Council, Henry was involved in his own less than legal activities. If L held an advantage over him and could deem it essential to bringing a criminal to justice? He'd do anything. Taking away his power entirely was the only way forward.
His fingers tighten where they rest against his arm as he resists the urge to adjust the ill fitting temporary eye patch he's wearing. Entirely wasn't really the right word though, was it?]
And no, I wasn't planning on it. I was planning on being dead, and staying out of his way.
[Another aspect of his plan that, despite Connor's aide, didn't turn out to be as permanent a solution as he intended.]
Fine, I won't help you then. You know, since you're obviously doing so well on your own.
[That doesn't mean he won't help if Niles asks for it, but... he offered, and Niles turned him down. He's not offering again unless Niles really seems like he's in trouble.]
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[L was on the Council, Henry was involved in his own less than legal activities. If L held an advantage over him and could deem it essential to bringing a criminal to justice? He'd do anything. Taking away his power entirely was the only way forward.
His fingers tighten where they rest against his arm as he resists the urge to adjust the ill fitting temporary eye patch he's wearing. Entirely wasn't really the right word though, was it?]
And no, I wasn't planning on it. I was planning on being dead, and staying out of his way.
[Another aspect of his plan that, despite Connor's aide, didn't turn out to be as permanent a solution as he intended.]
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[He looks down at the snow.]
I want to help you, but I'm not sure how to. If you have any ideas, now would be the time to share them.
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What makes you think I need help? I sent you the picture as a courtesy, not a cry for assistance.
[Translation: No, he has zero ideas.]
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Fine, I won't help you then. You know, since you're obviously doing so well on your own.
[That doesn't mean he won't help if Niles asks for it, but... he offered, and Niles turned him down. He's not offering again unless Niles really seems like he's in trouble.]