L took a step forward, still out of Light's reach. "I have the upper hand here; even you can't deny it." He couldn't rule out the possibility that Light was armed, as well, though he was certain he could shoot before Light revealed a weapon of any sort. "Your suggestion is well and fine... but a reason why would be more appropriate. You see... you're the one standing in my way. I could eliminate the threat to Blythe and me if I kill you where you stand."
Under other circumstances, they might have been bold words... but confidence, a feeling that had evaded L recently, crept up on him for the first time in ages. Kira was Kira.... but Light was only a human.