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Chapter 7: Moonlight Velvet


When Kanda and Lavi came back from their trip, Lou Fa decided it was her turn to experience the territory. The guys warned her of the strange locals and their customs of pointing flat metal at people. Of course that did not deter her. Lavi and Allen offered to accompany them but she refused. Stating that they needed their rest and needed to work on getting the group out of here. That last one was directed mostly to Allen. But after a long debate, she now found herself where she was now.

Walking on a sidewalk, with people passing by her as if she was a spec of dust. No one had noticed her yet. And they were warning me about them pointing their devices at me. Although she did wonder what exactly they were. The desire to take each one she saw apart to figure out it's function was grew as she passed each civilian that was immersed in those objects. Just what were so great about them?

A cool breeze weaved through her hair and she shivered. The only thing she had for protection against the wind was her lousy lab coat. It didn't do her much good. And neither did her skirt. The wind just froze her legs with every step. She wished she had a real coat. She wished she had a longer skirt or pants. She wished she was curled up in warm blankets or by a fire, but alas she was stuck out there in the chilly weather. Woe is me.

The scientist continued on her small journey. She decided to take in the sights. The architecture was gorgeous. The streets clean. The people looking more unique by the second. Twice now she had passed someone with fairy tale blue hair. Or lilac curls. It was strange yet beautiful. Her sight seeing was stopped when she was nearly ran over by a girl. Thankfully, Lou Fa jumped back in time. The girl ran along, her blue tinted pigtails bouncing along with her. In her arms was something golden, but at the speed she ran, Lou Fa could not see.

The girl yelled over her shoulder an apology but other than that she kept on her way. Strange. Ignoring the incident, the scientist continued on her way. She turned to gaze upward and saw signs, both big and small. Some were of food and most were of a boy with golden hair and sparkling green eyes. Each of those signs with the boy on them had the name, "Gabriel" written on them. She wondered why he was up there. Was the kid famous or something?

Without warning, she felt something soft ram into her. It threw her off balance and sent her to the ground. The scientist painfully landed on her rear. She let out a quiet hiss before gazing up at the thing that pushed her over. The thing was�it wasn't a thing at all. It was a woman. She stood tall with long, straight chestnut hair. The strands were held out of her face with a black headband. Her eyes were concealed by large, round sunglasses. She wore a red leather trench coat. It's collar was lined with black furs that sat snuggly and warm against her neck. The coat's ends opened up like a skirt and underneath were a pair of tight black pants. They look to thin to be pants though. Her feet were protected by a pair of black boots. The woman held a bright red handbag with a cursive MV on it.

MV? She noticed that same symbol on the woman's coat and shoes. It made her curious of what MV was or stood for. The woman gasped and pushed her sunglasses onto her head. Revealing bright hazel eyes.

"Oh my! I'm sorry!" Her accent sounded foreign. The woman held her hand out to her and the scientist graciously took it.

"It's quite alright, it's my fault. I wasn't looking where I was going." the women before her just gave her a smile.

The women hummed and placed her hand on her chin. She studied her, making Lou Fa feel self-conscious. The lady circled her while eying her from top to bottom. She stood frozen and stiff. When she made a full circle back to her face, the woman grabbed her by her chin and forced her head in four directions. Side to side and up and down. What in the world?

"U-Uhm?"

She broke out a large grin. "You're perfect!"

"Huh?"

"Just what we need to blow that arrogant Agreste out of the water." she exclaimed.

"A-Agreste?" Who is that?

"Yes! That rotten, stiff, emotionless Agreste!" the girl nodded her head as the woman in front of her started on a tangent. Claiming that this man was cruel, despicable, and rude. "-and he dare call my fashion a joke! Stole all my models too that no good son of a-"

"Models?" she questioned.

"But now! You would be perfect! A new fresh face! A beautiful face too. Has anyone ever told you that darling~?" she shook her head. The woman huffed at that. "A crime! A lady like you should have men begging to be in your presence! Well then, I believe I can fix that."

Was this lady crazy? What did she mean by fix? "F-fix?"

She nodded her head vigorously. "Why don't you come with me and I'll show you how gorgeous you really are!"

Gorgeous?! Am I really? The idea didn't seem to bad. Besides what did she have to loose? No! We don't know this place! This lady could be an akuma trying to lure me away! "I don't know."

"Please?! It will only be a few pictures! I promise!" the woman pleaded. She was causing a scene. People were staring. Curious and nosy. It didn't take long for the girl to cave. It's only pictures.

That was how she found herself sitting like a doll on a fountains edge with strange cameras pointed at her. Her uniform was replaced with something warm yet stylish. If anyone from the order saw her wearing these clothes, she would never be able to live it down. Her friends would tease her and Allen. I wonder what he would think.

Her hair was pulled out of her normal pigtails and let down in dark waves. Her head was shielded with a bright red "beret". Her glasses were still in place, thank god. She had a black and white, checkered-like dress on that-by her standards-was extremely short. It was tight and short like a female exorcist she knew of. Except her skirt was not tight. Underneath were black "tights" and black "pumps" or extremely high heeled shoes. They made her thankful that she was sitting rather than standing. Her lab coat was replaced with a bright red trench coat with black buttons. The women commented that she had looked "fabulous" in red. Her hands were covered by black leather gloves that had a fake belt wrapped around her wrist for decoration purposes. All her clothing items had a MV on it somewhere. Representing the brand. Her face was lightly polished with make up. It was just eye-liner, mascara, lipstick, and a little eye shadow. Nothing too serious.

"Give me a sultry look!" Sultry?! With a furious blush at the woman's suggestion, she turned her head to the side and narrowed her eyes slightly. Her cherry red mouth opened slightly. Is this considered-? Her mental question was answered with a squeal and more flashing lights.

"Ooh who's that?" she heard people around her mumble. Head's were turning and people were watching. How embarrassing!

A strong wind blew causing her hair to fly up and past her. Thankfully it didn't take her hat with it. The woman nearly screamed at that and her camera went on a rampage of flashes. The wind still sent shivers down her spine. So, she disobeyed the women's one request not to move in favor of cupping her hands around her mouth and blowing on them. The action was not to warm her hands, not they were already warm enough, but to get the hot air to circulated onto her face. Her nose was startling to get cold. Thankfully instead of a scolding, she received more clicks from the camera.

"Now, I need you to gaze up like a child looking at the stars!" She did just that. She looked up at the sky. It was bright and clouds were covering the majority of it. But she tried to play it like they were stars twinkling in the night. Bright and white. So close yet so far. People wrote poems about the shining dots. How they grant wishes or guide sailors. Whether it be compared to someone's eyes or the glistening of the sea. They were common in stories. They reminded her of Allen, so hopeful and bright, even in the darkest of nights. Thinking of the boy, brought a warm smile on her face. Her cheeks involuntarily blushed. I wonder what he's doing right now.

"Magnifique! You are a natural!" Lou Fa looked back towards the woman when she saw the lights stop flashing. The girl was staring at the camera with a smile. "That is all for today, I will print these out and give you the copies. Then you can decide if you want to work with us, Moonlight Velvet, again."

She gave her a nod. "W-wait! What about the clothes?"

The beauty looked at her and waved her hand. "Keep them! As a souvenir for working with us!"

"Are you sure?" she received a nod.

"Now wait here! I will be back with copies!" the woman walked off to one of the two tents that was set up in the corner of the park. Lou Fa sat still in her spot, not wanting to move. She took this time to fully examine her surroundings. There were families sitting around. Couples. Random people on their devices. And school children, which were now entering. Her expert eyes spotted the poster child walking with a large, angry looking male and a skinny man with a camera. The cameraman had short chestnut hair. He sported a white shirt with red and green plaid pants. The pants had straps that stretched over his shoulders. He had on short black boots. His face reminded her of the women who brought her over to take these pictures. The man noticed her and the set around her. His expression turned irritated. Oh no. The voice of the lady reached her ears before the man could even speak.

"Now, then. I have all of the photos in this folder. Meet me here tomorrow if you wish to-"

"Silvia!" he growled.

Silvia looked up and spotted him. She huffed and leaned onto on leg. Her hand rested on her hand. A proud smirk grew on her face. "Well, well. Vincent. What a surprise."

"What are you doing here?!" Vincent pointed an accusing finger at her.

"Photographing one of my potential models of course. What? Are you mad that I stole your favorite set first?" She teased.

"Well, I need you to move all your stuff right this minute. Young Agreste has a photoshoot schedule here."

Silvia barely glanced over and the boy before rolling her eyes. "Still working for the Agrestes I see. No matter, I was just about to leave."

"Good!"

The woman handed her the folder and gestured to the tent that was positioned to her left. "Your clothes are in there. Please look over these photos and consider. Alright?" The scientist nodded her head. The woman smiled her way before she started ordering other people to help her take down the equipment. Lou Fa walked towards the tent, her feet a little wobbly. Inside, she saw the small vanity that was set up, along with a rack for clothes and a foldable wall that had clothes hanging from it. Her own clothing was on the chair that sat at the vanity. She picked up her coat and uniform. As well as her socks and shoes. She looked at the small shoes. Should I? A pain shot through her feet.

"Ow, ow yep." she hissed and sat in the chair. Slipping the heels from her feet and massaging them. Those heels were death traps. It made her wonder how a certain exorcist could walk in them, let alone run and fly. That's what happens when you grow up using them I guess. But damn they hurt like hell! Once her old shoes got onto her feet she nearly rejoiced. The girl placed her items in a small plastic bag and tied it close.

When she exited the tent, she spotted he blonde boy posing for Vincent. He was relaxing against a tree, his foot up on the trunk. He turned his head and their eyes connected. She swore she had seen him before but from where, she did not know. There was a glint of recognition from him before it was mixed with confusion. He must be dealing with the same problem she was. She was the first to look away and continue on her way. I've been out too long, they must be worried by now.

She exited the park and took a look at her surroundings. Okay, this looks familiar. Maybe if I go that way...She took a detour towards a nearby alleyway. She walked on without fear until she heard a shift and crack. Her head snapped upward towards the sound. She saw little pieces of rock and a small tile fall towards her. She shifted out the way and the objects landed with a smash. Confused, Lou Fa looked back up and saw that there was nothing there. Strange.

Again she felt something ram into her. This time it did not send her to the ground. Instead only a few steps back. When she looked to see who it was. She saw that it was three men. All reeking of alcohol. They looked tired and drunk. One was short, another medium, and last one was tall. Most of them wore jackets with hoods of some kind. One had a puffy coat on though.

"Hey! Watch where you're going!"

"Sorry!" she apologized, slightly bowing her head as well.

One of them in the back spoke up. "You think a measly apology will let you off that easy?"

She did not understand. She had apologized what more did they want from her. She just wanted to go home. "I would assume so."

"No, it's gonna take more than that!" the short one piped up.

Her eyebrow twitched. She had no time for this. Her feet were still hurting and she was tired of standing. Those poses were now starting to take its toll on her. And she just wanted to sit down or better yet, sleep. The tall one stepped towards her with a lecherous grin. Her face must've showed her annoyance because his grin faltered for a moment before picking itself back up.

"How about-" before he even could finish that sentence a blur came from nowhere and sent him to the ground. Another blur, this time red, tackled another male while a blueish blur tackled the last one. What in the hell...The one in front of her rose up and she saw the person's familiar white hair. Alle- I mean Mr. Walker!? If the cursed exorcist was there then that meant that the other two were Lavi and Kanda.

The fallen males got up and seemed to take a stance against them until they saw their faces. The trio let out a shout before they turned tail and ran. One even tripped before turning a corner. When they were finally out of sight, the three looked her way.

"Are you okay?" the sweet voice of Allen danced around her and she found it hard not to smile like a lovesick school girl.

"Yeah, you guys sure got here fast. It's like you kn- Wait a minute." her smile was gone. Replaced with a skeptical glare. "How did you find me so fast?"

Allen scratched the back of his head and looked away. Kanda didn't say a word. Lavi was whistling and looking away. None of them said anything until Kanda grunted and pointed at Allen. "Moyashi, was worried and forced all of us to follow you."

"You what!?"

"I was worried! And...and! We really, ah...really don't know where we are. What if you got lost or cornered in an alleyway like how you were just now." he stumbled over his words. A furious blush rose on his cheeks. At any other times she would've found it adorable.

"Oh so that makes it okay to follow someone?!" she leaned one leg.

"It was for your safety!"

"I was perfectly fine!"

Allen seemed to be getting annoyed as well, which didn't deter her. "It didn't look like it."

She huffed. "I could've handled it! I'm strong enough to take care of myself!" Angered, she stormed past them. She ignored Allen's calls for her and continued on her way.

"Wow, first lover's spat." Lavi commented.

A growl sounded. "Shut up, Lavi."


When Allen and his companions finally got back to their shelter, the scientist refused to speak a single word to any of them. Most likely still upset with them-him. But he had his reasons to worry! They were in an unfamiliar world with no way back home and on top of it all there are strange akumas running amuck. It wasn't wise to let her roam alone. But that didn't stop the sharp pain in his chest at her blatant avoidance of him.

Lavi told him that it would blow over, but he didn't see that happening anytime soon. Currently, he was distracting himself by trying to reach into the Ark again. A futile attempt, but he needed something to get his mind off the scientist. As usual, his efforts on both fronts were in vain. The mythical Ark refused to open. He did everything. From trying to reopen the door to creating a new one. The former failed spectacularly while the latter gave him false hope. The first time he tried to create a door it formed completely, but the second he tried to enter it shattered like glass. After that, each time he tried to make a new door it never formed completely and he always felts particularly drained afterwards.

Allen sighed and sat in the lone chair. The two idiots he hung around had decided to make themselves scarce, leaving him alone with the scientist. The very unhappy scientist. His eyes wondered to her position. She sat on the bed holding a pile of photos in her hand. Her outfit had been replaced by the old sweater he had�picked up and her original skirt. Her hair was still loose from their unique ties. Making it fall past her shoulders in soft brown waves. A sight that was unusual for him to see. He had associated pigtails with her ever since he met her. Not to say that he didn't like the change! It really did look well on her!

He heard her sigh and he grimaced. Maybe he should make conversation. This thing was obviously not going to blow over as Lavi had predicted. He shifted in his seat and took a deep breath, it was better to get this over with now before it spirals into something he could not control.

"I-" not even a sentence out and she already cut him off.

"I'm sorry." he gave her a bewildered look. "I know that you were only looking out for me and we are in a new place."

"Lou Fa...but-!"

"But! I still want to do this-" she waved the pictures slightly. "-this�what did she call it? Moding? No...anyway. It was...fun and it made me feel..." her cheeks burned before she shook her head as if clearing her thoughts. "However, at the time, I felt that you guys didn't trust me or were treating me like a child."

The cursed boy rose from his seat and sat next to the girl. She finally rose her head and looked at him in surprise. His eyes flickered to the pictures in her hand. They were definitely beautiful. In the photo, Lou Fa had been looking up at the sky. Her eyes were filled with something that made something in his chest flutter slightly. Her hair blew around her almost magically. The red she wore instantly made her stand out and shine. He smiled and placed a hand on her shoulder.

"It's not that I don't believe you capable to look after yourself nor is it that I don't trust you." he began. "It's this place that I don't trust. And I don't want anything bad to happen to you. I don't know what I would do wi-" he stopped his sentence as he felt his face grow warm. Reforming the words in his mind, he tried once more. "I don't know what I would do if...you got hurt."

At the smile he received from her, he could hear his heart in his ears. Pounding loudly as if it was trying to break free. Was he coming down with something? That was the most reasonable answer.

Her smile reached her eyes and she gazed at him was a certain fondness that he hadn't seen directed at him before. "Thank you. I appreciate it."

Suddenly, he felt his face start to burn uncontrollably. He quickly redirected his gaze towards the floor. His heart and mind raced. To refocus, he coughed in his fist and tried to not think about the way she had look at him with those-No Focus! Keeping his eyes off of her, in fear that he might explode in some unexplainable way, he spoke again.

"W-WELL!" Why am I speaking louder!? What's wrong with me?! "In any case, if you wish to continue with this activity, then go right ahead!" he didn't know why he was amplifying his voice. "Of course, since we don't know this place that well, I would suggest that at least someone go with you. To protect you from Akumas and-and-and Such things like that which-" Rambling. He was rambling now.

His small speech was cut off when she threw her arms around his neck, giving him a tight hug. The fire on his face did not let up. In fact, he was sure that if he looked in the mirror it would reveal his face to be as red as his Master's hair. "Thank you!"

Glancing back at the happy scientist, he felt something swell in his chest. Without a second thought, he curled his arms around her and returned her embrace. As he held her close, he secretly hoped that she couldn't hear the rapid beating of his heart. It was definite. He was coming down with something.


Here is a second half! It's not as long, but it's long enough in my opinion. I honestly don't know how to feel about Lou Fa's and Allen's little disagreement. It feels too OOC no?

Anyway...So Model!Lou Fa. Anyone like the idea? I thought it when I drew the scientist in a very lucky patterned vintage dress. Well then, I hope you enjoyed! See you next time!

Ciao-su~!