[They break apart and Light opens his eyes, feeling warm and contented. He wouldn't have thought this would be possible back in June of last year when everything still felt so raw, but here they are now. A seamless pair making a real impact on the world together and it's moments like these where Light feels genuinely happy.. and then reflexively unsure all over again precisely because things are going so wonderfully.

Unlike Teru, Light holds on a moment longer. When he realizes how irrational this is on his part, he lets go and nods.]

Please do. Eventually, you'll be selecting those who are to be judged as well, but for the time being I don't want any deviations or discrepancies from the established norm.

[He breathes out deeply and picks up his college reading.]

This is so dull in comparison.