[ Liar. Light knows well that Mello is dangerous enough that he really wishes the man had no access to magic at all. It's going to make him dangerous in practice as well as in theory. Thankfully, while Mello gains skill, so will Light. ]

If that's how you want to see it, it's fine. As long you don't plan on becoming a magical criminal, then my offer stands with whatever label you want to use.

[ It will also let Light keep an eye on him. In time, he'll connect Light and L, but it's not as if he can easily follow Light home to find the detective's location.

The waitress interrupts the conversation. After ordering the fish basket for himself, he offers a suggestion to Mello: ]

The chicken is pretty good here, too.

[ It's not a fancy establish, lobster and such isn't on the menu. Still, they have a decent variety. ]