Hi, guys! I'm absolutely, so, sincerely sorry for the wait. Please don't lose faith in me, I've just been having a bit of a 'dip phase' in life at the moment, so I've lacked a lot of self-motivation and inspiration... But there has been a lot of good things, so I've managed to kick-start again!
Sorry for the short chapter, too, but I'm planning on getting a couple on today. And they will be longer!
Enjoy! ~7MD
If Emotions are For the Weak- Chapter 11.

Midnight. After a long day, the previously buzzing house finally fell silent- even B, face flat on his pillow, didn't even stir. Raindrops fell onto the window, making a strangely comforting 'pitter patter' sound. The night was a beautiful thing regardless of any circumstances- L's conclusion after hours of silent observation still lingered in his mind like smoke from a burning candle. The quiet seemed slightly eerie, probably due to it's contrast to the racket of the afternoon- after a little while of contemplating the recent events of the day, all L could really say was thank God it was over.

The aftermath of the so-called 'assembly' hadn't exactly been joyful; it became perfectly obvious to L that a person's amongst the house members was certainly to fight for. An uncomfortably awkward atmosphere was aimed at L especially, due to his sudden recognition and high ranking. Looking back on it, L shuddered at the various responses he had received.
"Just who do you think you are, waltzing in here and getting the top spot; you think you're so damn clever, don't you? I mean, just look at you..If you think you've got what it takes, Mr. Perfect, then let's take it to the next level..."

The raven carefully traced this fingers across his now bruised cheek, winced, then looked at B, whom was now snoring full tilt. He felt awfully guilty for B getting punished by no other than Roger, but eternally grateful he had stepped in to protect him. As quietly as he could, L pushed himself up from his own bed and perched on the end of B's. He observed his friend's every breath, sensed each vital heartbeat. For some reason, he intrigued L. His boundless energy and odd characteristics never failed to engage his friend- it had only been two days, but to L he was like a brother, the hand on his shoulder he had forever longed for. A single tear rolled down L's cheek as he gently embraced B.
"Thank you, Beyond..."
L whispered softly. After a few minutes, he let go of the other raven and finally let unconsciousness get the better of him.