Hey, guys, I know I shouldn't be doing this, but once again, I've written a completely unplanned fic while I have more than enough on my plate. But whatever. It's good! I actually got my inspiration from a few places. The first was one of my all-time, favorite fics, Professor Layton and the White Atlamillia. That gave me the idea, but it didn't take off until I read the only other crossover of this variety. It… left a lot to be desired. And it scared me. So, I figured there should be at least one good fic per category and this was born. It will be a mostly Prof. Layton fic, with Zelda kind of in the background. And it won't get to the Zelda until a few chapters in. Soooo, you have been warned. Enjoy!

Dear Professor Layton,

It's been a while since we said goodbye. How have you been? As for me, I'm all settled in and making new friends. I'm writing to you because something deeply puzzling happened here recently. It seems like the sort of mystery that's tailor made for Professor Layton and his apprentice. I don't think anyone else could get to the bottom of it. I've enclosed a document with this letter that will tell you more about the situation. I can't wait to start this new adventure with you! Please write back as soon as you get this letter!

Your friend and apprentice,

Luke

Layton smiled at the prospect of a new mystery with Luke and thumbed through the papers in the envelope. There was a news article about Dimitri Allen with another letter stapled to the back. It read:

As you probably know, Allen was offered a deal to lighten his sentence after his deal stipulated that he testify against the many accomplises involved in London's demolition, that he continue his inter-dimensional research, and that he be extradited to America. Recently, he's made a breakthrough and he's personally invited us to come see the unveiling of his newest discovery. But there's a lot of mystery surrounding it all. What sort of discovery could have been made? What could even be possible? And whey must we be present? This could turn out to be some sort of great mystery! I hope you will come! The information is on the newspaper attached. I will await your arrival in America.

The professor looked at the date. It was two weeks from the day. He would have to buy a plane ticket.

Ten days later, Layton found himself in New York City, the busiest place he'd seen since visiting Monte d'Or. He met with the Triton family and picked up Luke before starting off to the New York State Penitentiary. They were both overjoyed to catch up with each other after their long separation. They talked for a while about how they had fared since Luke departed for the U.S, but then got to the mystery at hand on the car ride.

"So, what does the Professor Layton's famous intuition say about this case?" Luke asked.

"Well my boy, you must remember, we can't be quite sure there is one yet. However, a few things have stuck out in my mind. My old trunk's in the back if you'd like to take a look at my notes."

Luke reached back to grab the trunk, a reminder of all their past cases. "Well, you must think there's some sort of mystery or you wouldn't have brought this!"

"Well… I guess you're right about that. You should always be prepared for a mystery!" Luke laughed and opened it up. SO far, all that it contained was the professor's case journal and a thin file folder labeled, "Mysteries." Inside was a single sheet of computer paper on which the professor had written. The top said, "Allen's Arrest."

"What's this mystery about, Professor?" Luke inquired.

"That was the first suspicious thing I found. Why don't you read it out loud? I'd like to hear your thoughts on the matteer."

"Of course, Professor! Let's see, it says here, 'Dimitri Allen was arrested by Scotland Yard's own Inspector Chelmey at the scene of the attack on London. His charges were near that of Clive himself, but only he was offered a deal that, of all things, sent him to America. He couldn't refuse this offer obviously, if he valued his life, but there's still several complications. I can't imagine such a proud man as the inspector letting go of such a huge arrest. And it seems odd that he'd be shipped all the way to America. What could be the story behind this?' Well, that certainly something to think about Professor!"

"I agree. It may seem like a small mystery, but I think it may end up being more important than we realize," the professor said enigmatically. "Well, it looks like we're here. Are you ready to see what's in store?"

"Absolutely, Professor!"

They got out of the rental car, Layton stumbling a bit, still not used to American cars. They went through a few security checks and then entered the prison, where they would find their greatest mystery yet.

Hey, please tell me if I made any mistakes because I wrote this in a hurry. I'll fix them as soon as I can. Thank you for your trouble. Over and out, BV.