Sorry it took awhile. Once again I was swamped in school work. But here I am. And this will be the last chapter.

Chapter 10

The Ark stopped above the Order. Allen opened up a door from the Ark to the Order. He watched as everyone filed out, Lavi being assisted by Krory. As everyone else was finally off the Ark, he and Lenalee stepped through the door. The Ark disappeared. "Allen, are you sure you're OK?" Allen smiled and nodded.

"I'm fine. Don't worry. But I won't deny I'm not tired. I think I'll just go get something to eat and then get some sleep. See you later." Allen walked off. Lenalee watched and sighed with relief. Lately she had been thinking more and more about Allen. Worrying about him when she knew he was just fine.

"You know, Lenalee, it's okay if you like someone. I'll just kill whoever likes you first and makes a move on you. My first priority is your life. My second is your happiness. Now that I know you're physically safe, I'm going to look after you emotionally. Don't be held back by me." Lenalee turned around in shock. Was this really her brother speaking? It surely couldn't be her brother.

"Who are you and what have you done with my brother? This can't be the real him, giving me permission to date." Komui laughed, a glint in his eye.

"If it makes you feel better, don't feel ashamed of making sure he's okay. If he truly loves you, in which I suspect he does, he'll understand." Komui pushed his little sister after him, fighting back tears. She had grown up and he hadn't even noticed. Before he had even seen it from a million miles away, she was in love. And holding back for his sake. "Silly girl. Always looking after others, but not yourself."

Somewhere down the hallway, Lenalee made her way to Allen's room. He would probably still be eating but she would wait for him. She didn't have to wait long. Shortly after she got there Allen came down the hallway yawning. He stopped short when he saw her. "Is everything okay, Lenalee? I told you I was fine." Lenalee blushed.

"I wanted to make sure you were okay. Also, there is something I need to tell you. Away from where others can hear." Allen clumsily invited her inside, mentally screaming how Komui would kill him. When the door was closed, he took off his coat and other clothing on his upper body except his shirt. He also pulled off his boots. Using a damp towel nearby, he wiped most of the sweat from his body.

"So what's on your mind? I'll help if I can." Lenalee sat down on the bed, mentally composing herself mentally.

"You can tell me the truth, without considering my brother's reaction. I'll deal with him. Do you know I like you? Like no one else?" Allen's face turned bright red, now making him look like he was severely sunburned. With a mortified face he nodded. "And do you like me that way back? Be honest."

Several strange emotions flickered through his mind. He did like her, like every other male in the building. She was the only female in this body, except for Miranda of course. But many considered her too old for most of the people here. Lenalee was the dream of everyone here. But he did doubt whether he was worthy of her or not. One of the few good lessons Cross had ever taught him was to respect women.

"I d-d-do. But if Komui knows, he'll kill me." Lenalee laughed and moved to embrace him. He jumped and almost cursed. Lenalee gave him a shocked expression. "Sorry. My whole upper body is sore right now. Especially my arms. I think I pulled a few muscles."

"Take off your shirt. I'll give you a massage." Allen removed his shirt with trembling fingers. Lenalee took it from his hands and made him lay down on his bed, stomach down. "Relax. I can tell your back is full of tension." Lenalee began to work her magic. Pretty soon he was sound asleep. Smiling softly, she covered him up.

The End

Thanks for making this story such a huge success. Really, it's amazing. Look forward to my next story The New Earl. Kanda and Lameran return!! But don't be so excited you forget to review this chapter. Also, sorry about the ending. I'm sorry I suck at endings. If you think my endings are bad, you should see me trying to serve in badminton!!