Secure Channel, Backdated to Early January

[cantquitconning]

Is this who I think it is? I thought we were finally square, L. I'm in Switzerland at the moment, but I could help you out if it's quick. Back in England already?

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[solvethepuzzle]

Yes and no. Matters are complicated at the moment. [Rather a lot of ambiguity in these statements. It's fine, surely.]

[cantquitconning]

Beating around the bush like this isn't like you, L. You're usually a lot more to the point about what you want.

The Kira killings started again, even after Higuchi's capture. Is that what this is about?

[solvethepuzzle]

[Being called L . . . the dream of many a Wammy's child. But to Near, it matters little at the moment; there is work to do. He debates how honest to be on this, and then decides that in the event that Aiber decides to compare notes with Wedy -- who Mello is contacting and the fact that there are differences between the two of them will be blindingly obvious -- better footing will be granted if he is at least somewhat straightforward.]

L as you know him is currently indisposed. I am contacting you on his behalf. Your additional assistance regarding the Kira investigation would be appreciated.

[cantquitconning]

Indisposed? That's really vague. Do you think that Kira's behind it? Sudden illness or something like that?

I'll help once I get some confirmation that you're indeed communicating with me on his behalf. Assuming you can provide that, what kind of assistance are we talking about?