Chapter 10

Hello my lovelies! Another update from your friendly neighborhood TykiWife xD

Thanks for all the amazing reviews! You guys kick ass ^^ Imma try to make this chapter as long as the last one just for all you amazing readers *runs around the room like an idiot*

So yeah! Imma try to concentrate on this rather than the weird show my friend Tiff has on (Taboo...so...weird...agh)

But yeah! Enjoy ^^

Tyki woke up, much to his usual annoyance, earlier than he would like.

He was grateful for the fact that no sunlight could get into his room, since it was in the very center of the ark which meant no windows. But his internal little clock had somehow synchronized with Eva's, which meant that when she woke up he was also doing the same which sucked becaused his usual waking time (if he had his way) was after ten. Eva, however, somehow always woke up between the times of seven thirty and eight. It amazed him, since even when she stayed up late she still woke up at those times; when he had a late night he generally sleeped in later than usual, but Eva never did things like that. And generally she wouldn't try and wake him up unless they were on the road or they had something important to do. So, thankfully, he could still at least lay in bed for a few more minutes and relax intil Eva got restless and decided to try and get him up. The girl had a lot of energy in the morning, which was the exact opposite of him, and he honestly had never met anyone who was so...awake when they got up. No caffeine, no coffee. No nothing. When he got up, he didn't particularly function well and his mood was grumpy. Eva, of course, was cheerful. She was definitely a morning person. He wished he could say the same about himself.

Tyki shifted his weight a bit, wincing as some of his back muscles protested in responce. Ouch, he was sore. He hoped terrible that his back would losen after getting up and moving around a little, since there were of course things to do today. He was just about ready to leave the ark for another few months and go travelling with Eva again. All this drama had ruined his usual schedule; it was making him more irritable than usual. Yes, he knew he had duties to the Noah but there was seriously nothing new or interesting happening at the time, nothing had changed and they were just doing the same stuff over and over again. Tyki still continued to do his duty and kill exorcists and destroy their innocence, and no he had not come across the heart. No one had, in fact. And yes, they were still looking for Allen with no luck. The only real change that had occured was Road's return, which was all thanks to Eva. Those bastards would seriously have to start treasting her better. But that also made him wonder...how would Road react to Eva? She generally surprised him in such matters, so either she would like Eva or be totally off base with the matter. Tyki really didn't want any more fighting between himself and his family members.

A finger sudden poked him in his shoulder, bringing him out of his thoughts. Tyki fought a grin, keeping his eyes closed and holding himself perfectly still, pretending to still be sleeping. He wasn't quite ready to get up yet, he was actually very comfortable where he was. These few precious moments of comfort were rare, so he cherished them. He thought he heard Eva sigh before her small finger poked his upper arm again, more insistantly this time. Tyki groaned, rolling over onto his stomach and pulling a pillow over his head. He felt like this was a ritual for their mornings, something they had to do every time she woke up in the same patterns and the same time every time. It was kind of crazy, how similar each occurance was to the last, comical in a way. Tyki didn't know if she found it funny, but he certainly did, in fact it was a constant source of amusement for him. She only got grumpy in the morning when he refused to get up, and she was only cute and funny when she was mad. Teasing her made his day that much more enjoyable. Yeah, he was an ass, but he didn't care.

Eva poked him again, only on his back this time, causing Tyki to let out a muffled sound of suffering.

"Please, let me rest a little longer..." He pleaded into the pillow fabric, but he wasn't sure that she understood.

He heard her sigh again, then the sound of her sliding out of the bed followed by her bare feet pattering on the floor. Tyki fought a chuckle, patienlty waiting for her to try to get him up again.

Sure enough, a few seconds later he felt a familiar set of cool hands grab one of his feet, causing him to jump a little. He felt her tug as much as she was able, putting all her weight into dragging him off the bed...but she didn't move him an inch. He fought laughing, but smirked into his pillow as she continued in her futile efforts. She was just so tiny! Even putting her whole weight there was no way she would succeed, hell there were few people who could move or lift him. Though it was cute of her to try, there was no way this was going to work and sooner or later she would realise that too. But for now she continued to let out complaining huffs of air, poking insistantly at his feet when he still didn't move. Tyki tried not to move, still grinning away, contemplating fake snooring just to get on her nerves. It would make an ass out of him, as said previously, but it would be funny as hell. Diabolical, really.

"Your efforts are futile~" Tyki said in a quiet sing-song voice into his pillow, fighting the urge to evilly laugh.

Eva let go of his foot with a irritated exhalation of breath followed by the sound of her bare feet pattering on his hard wood floor. Tyki fought another chuckle, waiting for her next attempt in the battle to wake him up.

Another few seconds passed before she decided to plop herself right on top of his back, casuing him to let out a low "oof". He could almost imagine herself crossing her arms and sitting there determinedly waiting for him to yield to her demands. Tyki decided to give into his inner wickedness, and began to pretend to snore to himself, the sound muffled by the pillow. Almost instantly he felt Eva poke him on the back of his head, the gesture expressing all her irritation as she sighed loudly. Tyki really couldn't help himself; he started laughing away into his pillow, completely awake now whether he liked it or not, and showing Eva that as well. He could feel her satisfaction, her tiny frame hopping off him again with a relieved sound. Tyki rolled over, still grinning so he could catch her before she got away, pulling her back down so she sat on the bed next to him. She looked at him, smiling again as he pulled her into his lap and started messing up her hair. She protested, but only mildly.

"Alright you little moster," He mock growled, rubbing his fist gently into her curls, "You win, but only this time."

He finally let her go, and she skipped back, sticking her tongue out at him childishly, For your information, she signed, I always win.

He really couldn't deny that, so he only flashed a wicked grin. Eva gave him a playful grin, seeming utterly full of energy as she twirled in a circle, carefree as ever. How was she so awake after just getting up?

"So, Evvie," He said in a conversational tone, stretching his arms above his head and wincing at his soreness, "What do you feel like doing today?"

Eva skipped back to him, hopping onto the bed with a happy look on her face so she could playfully tug on a lock of his hair.

I dunno. She signed, falling so she was in a sitting position again next to him.

Tyki stroked his chin absentmindedly, wondering if they should just head out without informing his family or stick around for a little bit. He winced at the thought, but he wanted to make sure there was nothing else important to do before they left, since if there was Sheryl would just come bugging him again to do it and he didn't want that. Also ,part of him was curious to see if Road had actually woken up or not. And if she had, he had to introduce her to Eva before they left since Eva had been the one to fix her. Hmm...that was bound to be interesting. Tyki looked over at Eva, who was watching him silently and patiently, with a thoughtful expression. They had been walking out and about a lot, so taking a break might be a good idea so they didn't encounter any exorcists and Eva could regain some strength. Though, again, he liked putting things up to her since it really didn't make a difference to him either way. Exorcists were exorcists and they could be killed, simple as that.

"Well," He began to Eva, "If you want, we can leave this instant and go travelling again, or we can take a break and stay here for a couple days. If Road is awake, you can meet her if you feel comfortable with that."

She debated for a few seconds, tapping one of her slender fingers against her chin with a thoughtful expression. Then she shrugged, looking at him with her usual clear hazel gaze.

I would like to meet Road, She signed.

Tyki nodded, running a hand through his thick locks as he stared into space, "Alright we can stay then." He hoped to whatever God above that Road was more reasonable than the rest of his family, "Only for a week though, I don't want the Earl to guilt me into anything durastic. Family time, " He shuddered, "Ugh."

Eva let out a silent laugh, seeming entertained by his horrified look.

Tyki grinned and poked her in one cheek, feigning a terrified tone as he said, "Hey, hanging with these weirdos is seriously exausting," He growled, giving her a playful shove, "Its not funny."

Eva grinned at him, signing out quickly, Tyki Mikk the mighty Noah is afraid of a little family bonding? She tsked lightly with her tongue.

Tyki laughed, reaching over and poking in her side, making her giggle silently, "That's right, and you'd better remember that, runt." he said in a fake stern tone.

I'm not a runt! Eva signed indignatly, feigning a pout.

Tyki patted her head lightly, "Of course not love," he purred as innocently as someone of his wickedness could.

She pouted more, which only succeded in making him laugh lightly, leaning over and planting a light kiss on the top of her silky hair.

Eva looked surprised by the action, since he had never done it before, but pleased as she smiled and watched him get out of bed. Tyki yawned loudly, stretching again with a groan. Summoning up a little bit of early morning strength, he used his power to dress himself in a pair of black slacks and a long sleeve white shirt. Still feeling tired, he walked over to his mirror on the wall on the far corner of his room, feeling too lazy to do anything with himself and hoping he didn't have to. His hair was a slightly tussled mass, but looking otherwise tolerable so there was no need to do anything fancy with it, and it wasn't like his family was going to complain. His thought process still sluggish, Tyki looked down at his bare feet, contemplating the use of shoes. This was kinda sorta his house right? He didn't feel the need to wear shoes in his own house, and again he was in was of those moods where he felt like being casual. So with a shrug to himself, he turned back to Eva, eyeing the loose fitting night gown she wore.

"Um," He hedged, scratching the back of his head, "What do you want to wear?"

Eva shrugged too, smiling quite adorably. So that left Tyki to decide. Again summoning his strength up, Tyki dressed her in a lacy white dress that was decorated with brown colored ribbons weaved through the neckline and sleeves. It was pretty nice looking, if he was allowed to brag about his own work. With that, he added striped stockings, some of the stripes a dusky pink color that held nicely with the matching brown. She really didn't need shoes either, so he left those out, and her hair seemed nice enough so that was left out too. Actually, she looked quite lovely, like she hadn't just woken up a few minutes before. And thankfilly her bruises from the previous day were starting to yellow and heal a little, though Tyki frowned when he saw the distinct imprint of fingers on her fragile neck. He stepped closer to her and reached out, gently tipping her face up so he could get a better look at them, feeling extremely pissed all over again.

"Do they hurt?" He asked her, sweeping his fingers lightly over the bruised skin.

Eva shook her head no, still smiling. It felt like she wasn't lying, but Tyki wasn't sure.

So instead of pushing it he just sighed, running a hand through his silky hair before turning toward his bedroom door. Automatically, he held his hand out toward Eva for her to take it, and she accepted just as usual and let him tug her along next to him. Instead of just opening the door, he used his powers to take himself and Eva right through it, wincing as his eyes had to adjust to the bright lights of the hallway's hanging chandliers. The plush carpet of the hallway was a weird feeling change next to his cold hardwood floor. Tyki took a right turn leisurely heading down the hallway in the direction of where Road's room, where they more than likely had her; if she wasn't there, then she was more than likely in Sheryl's room, since he was the protective father figure. The thought had Tyki rolling his eyes a little a fighting a snort. Sheryl could get slightly creepy with that sometimes, if everyone was being completely honest with themselves. And Tyki was feeling particularly honest that morning.

A small smile playing on the edge of his lips, Tyki looked down at Eva and drawled, "So Eva, how did it feel to heal everyone through the Earl?"

Eva kept her gaze forward, a thoughtful look on her petite face as she stared off a little bit, Kinda wierd. He's connected to you guys, yet he felt kind of closed off as well. She shrugged lightly, It was just weird.

"I figured as much," Tyki mumbled lightly under his breath, sighing again and rubbing the nape of his neck as he dwelled on what she said. That was about as much as the rest of them knew as well, so trying to get more information through this was pretty much pointless.

"How did you sleep last night?" Tyki asked casually, smirking ironically at the ridiculous conversation topic he choose after last night's incident.

Thankfully, Eva didn't mind; in fact, she just went along with it with no change in her pretty expression.

Good, but you're a bed hog, She signed with a hint of teasing sparkling in her hazel orbs.

"Am I?" Tyki asked with the most innocent expression he could possibly muster.

Eva rolled her eyes at him, You constantly roll around, take all the covers with you, and you talk. She covered her mouth with one hand to smother her already silent giggle before she continued, And you cuddle, just so you know.

Tyki blinked in surprise, staring ahead with a fazed expression. He had only known about half of those, like the rolling and taking the covers. He didn't know that he sleep talked, nor did he know he was a cuddler..then again he was the Noah of Pleasure, so should he be really surprised?

"What do I say, just out of curiosity?" He asked her, a perplexed look on his face.

Eva tapped a finger to her chin a couple times as she thought about it, seeming like she was trying to remember before she signed, Well, I'm starting to think it's your Noah talking, not you.

Well, that was certainly alarming. Feeling a slight anxiety pass through him, Tyki asked, "What makes you say that?"

You always say things like "Innocence" and "Exorcist", Eva explained, her hands a dance of hand signs, But occasionally you mumble and say things like "Damn it Sheryl" and things of that nature. Her eye were laughing at him, the edges of her lips twitchy like she fought a smile.

Tyki, as if he couldn't help himself, smiled too, his anxiety fading a little.

"Well just as long as I'm not saying anything dirty or whatever," Tyki mumbled under his breath.

What? Eva tipped her head to one side, confusion in her deep hazel eyes.

Tyki coughed once to cover up a laugh before lying smoothly, "Nothing, love."

Eva looked highly skeptical, but thankfully her innocent little mind wasn't truly able to process what he said. That was a relief. That was another thing Tyki liked about her, but it was also kind of a curse in a way. He was slowly begining to realize that there was a lot of, er, "teachings" missing from her frame of mind. To be completely blunt, he was pretty sure she didn't know what sex was, or anything of that nature. He was pretty sure he could drop all the innuendos that he wanted, and she still wouldn't get them any time or know what they meant, but that also threatened that she would try and ask him what they were about, or much to his horror, someone else. Was he the right person to explain all that to her? Well...probably not if he was being completely truthful with himself. Actually, that was the kind of thing a girl would need to explain. Ugh, he really needed to get off this topic before it started inching into other girlie matters that were truly none of his buisness. You see, this is why he needed Road to like Eva: though she may look young, Road was older than most of them and he knew that her frame of mind was right where it needed to be on that level though she pretended otherwise most of the time.

Tyki focused back on walking, realizing that they had just entered one of the main foyers of the ark; picture frames hugged the high walls, intricately carved pillars arched over the doorway that lead down toward the dining room, and another set lead toward a few more bedrooms, which was where Road's was. Tyki turned left toward them, listening closely for sounds of his family close by. He heard muffled talking coming from the end of the hall, where Road's door was firmly closed. Outside of that door, Wisely sat on the floor, rubbing his temples and looking severly irritated. Tyki fought a smirk, keeping a firm hold on Eva and pulling her along and aproaching the boy, wondering what could have aggravated him this time but already knowing it was more than likely Sheryl. Hell, Tyki didn't want to be near him during this time, and by the looks of it Wisely had to spend all night with him. Tyki actually felt a little bad for him.

"Hello there, Wiselet." Tyki drawled, using Wisely's common nickname, "You look like you're in a bad mood."

Wisely looked up at them, his irritated look lessening only a slight bit as his gaze traveled over Tyki, then Eva. He seemed to be annalyzing their moods.

"Your brother," was all he offered to Tyki in a clipped voice, but then it softened as he added to Eva in a curious tone, "Hello, Eva."

Eva smiled hesitately and gave a small wave.

Tyki nooded slowly at Wisely's response, already expecting it. He grinned wryly, leaning against one of the hallway walls and tucking Eva away against his side, "Has Road woken up yet?"

Wisely shook his head, scowling as he rubbed his fingers against his temples, "No and that retard Sheryl hasn't stopped whining or pacing and," He took a deep breath, then slowly blew it out, "He's getting on everyone's nerves."

"I figured." Tyki couldn't help his small chuckle.

Wisely threw him a dirty look, and looked ready to contemplate giving his middle finger as an offering, but his gaze darted to Eva and he seemed to think better of it. Smart of him.

Suddenly, Wisely tilted his head toward the door, putting a finger up to his lips as he pressed his ear against the hard wood. Tyki and Eva exchanged a quick glance at his actions, wondering what he could have possibly heard that made him move. Tyki guessed that maybe it was something about Road, and he was hoping that maybe she had woken up or was about to wake up since everyone had been waiting all night. That was definetly something Sheryl would not have the ability to be quiet about, or he would be so excited that he was too quiet. So Tyki patineyl waited, watching Wisely who still kept his face against the door, looking like he was concentrating. Almost on que, he blinked, suddenly hopping to his feet and pulling the door swiftly opening and slipping inside. Tyki, giving Eva a quick look, pulled her along after and entered the room. Wisely, Sheryl, the Earl, and Lulubell were all crowded around Road's bed, so it wasn't too easy to see what was happening. Tyki decided to stand back with Eva, listening closely.

The first thing he heard was Sheryl whisper, "Road? Honey are you awake?"

Tyki heard nothing but everyone's quiet breathing, so he stepped closer, tapping lightly on Wisely's shoulder to get him to move over a little. Wisely gave him a small nod, stepping slightly to the right so Tyki could look over his niece. Sure enough, her eyelids were twitching, and her head moved slightly to one side. Tyki could feel Eva hesitantly peeking out from underneath Tyki's side, curious and a little nervous. Tyki put a hand on her shoulder and pulled her closer, comfortingly and soothingly. He was confident that Road would approve of her, so Eva had to feel the same way. She too looked over Road's face, seeming slightly concerned by Road's lack of movement or waking. She looked up at Tyki, tugging lightly on his sleeve and reaching one hand out hesitantly toward Road, like she was asking for permission to touch her. Tyki nodded slightly, curious to see what would happen.

Eva gently laid her hand one Road's, her power activatig slightly and the the faint blue aura travelling over Road's skin. Sheryl and the others threw only a breif look Eva's way before focusing on the girl on the bed. Road let out a light groan, her shoulders shifting slightly as Eva's power spread further, her mouth twisting a little as she moved. Everyone held their breath a little, watching and waiting eagerly, hoping. Eva smiled a little, deactivating her power as Road's eyelids fluttered slightly, almost like they were uncertain of opening. Then, much to everyone's delight, they opened half way, blinked multople times as her gaze tried to focus on the room she was in. She tilted her head slightly, looking confused as she took in everyone watching her, the relief on their faces.

"Road!" Sheryl cried in relief, flinging himself over and falling into a sobbing heap, "My sweet baby!"

Road, still looking confused, looked over everyone as her eyes opened fully, "Papa..?" She frowned to herself, looking more than slightly puzzled, 'How did I get here...?"

The Earl patted her head lightly, looking happier than ever, "You took a bad hit from Apocryphos, Road darling. But you were healed."

Road sat up slightly, and Tyki felt Eva take a step back and hide behind him slightly before he could stop her.

"How do you feel?" Wisely asked Road, examining her over with a calm expression, "Your mind doesn't look damaged. What about your Noah memory?"

Road rubbed her eyes slightly, blinking multiple times before answering, "um, I feel fine." she let out a loud yawn, stretching her arms up above her head like she had just taken a long nap, "Actually, I feel really refreshed."

Tyki grinned, placing his free hand on Road's head in a small pat, causing her to look at him.

"You gave us a real scare, Road." He told her, faking a stern tone. Road, as usual, only gave him a childish grin and sticking her tongue out, just as always like she had never been gone.

Wisely, on Tyki's right, leaned casually against the bed, giving Tyki a significant look as Road tested the movement in all her limbs, looking perfectly fit and healthy. Sheryl fussed that she shoudln't move and save her strength, but The Earl waved off his protest by saying that Road was fine and at full energy, her body completely repaied from the attack so there was no use fussing. Road, finally getting her bearings back, tossed sheryl an annoyed look and added her own agreements with that as she flung the covers off her legs and slid to the opposite side of the bed from Tyki. She stood easily, not wobbly at all as she stretched again, wincing as a few of her joints popped. Tyki stepped back, putting a hand on Eva's shoulder comfortingly and trying to convey his feelings of ease to her, so she would come out. Tyki felt Eva's fingers tighten on the back of his shirt, and he opened his mouth to try and urge her forward, but Wisely decided to beat him to it.

"You're really lucky that Eva was able to heal your Noah memory," He stated quite casually, tossing Tyki a smile as he continued, "Or else you wouldn't be here right now."

Everyone was suddenly looking at Road again, as if to gauge her reaction. Road was blinking, confused again as she followed Wisely's gaze to Tyki, who gaze Wisely a fairly irritated look.

"Eva?" She said in a questioning tone.

Tyki felt Eva's sigh against his shirt seconds before she hesitantly peeked out from behind his back.

Road's gaze instantly zeroed in on her, filling with surprise and shock. The room suddenly went very silent, everyone waiting for Road's reaction to Tyki's small companion, Tyki rolling his eyes at the dramaticness as he cleared his throat, gently tugging Eva out further and bringing her closer to his side, feeling her shyness and anxiety as Road continued to stare, seeming very puzzled and not really understanding anything.

"Road," He began in a calm tone, "This is Eva, a human I've taken under my wing." He gently ran a hand down her curled locks, allowing his tone to soften a little, "She can't talk, but she knows sign launguage. She's human, but she has healing powers and was the one who brought you back." His tone said all the things he wasn't going to add like how much he cared about the little human, plus all the threats if Road tried anything stupid. Road continued to stare, tipping her head to one side as she looked Road over and more than likeyl went over Tyki's words in her head, and connected a few dots. Eva squirmed a little under her searching look, only giving Road a shy smile and signing the word hello. Road went stiff suddenly, causing the rest of the room to do te same, preparing for Road's final reaction...

Much to everyone's shock, she flung herself at Eva and tackled her...in a hug.

"Oh my god!" She squealed, hugging Eva within an inch of her life, "She's... so... cute!"

Tyki couldn't stop his evil grin as half the room let out groans of dismay, knowing as well as he did that Road's decision was the deciding vote on these matters. If Road liked Eva, then he and the others knew damn well that everyone had better like her too or Road was going to physically force them and that was not going to be pretty. Wisely, sitting on the bed now, nodded with a slight grin, as Lulubell handed him a couple of bills, like they had betted on this outcome and won. Eva, who was still being hugged by Road, looked shocked but pleased by this reaction, hesitatly hugging Road back. Now that they were toe to toe, you could really see their simularities in height. And their similar tastes in fashion. They both wore lace and ribbons and striped stockings, so he knew there was a nice relationship budding here. Tyki was glad; Eva needed a new friend, someone who could teach her girly things and such that she needed. And he knew Road was perfect for it.

Road finally pulled back, looking Eva over and grinning.

"She's a cutie, Tyki!" She sang, throwing Tyki a delighted look, "She looks like a porclein doll~!"

Tyki leaned against the wall, grinning wryly and giving Eva an I-Told-You-So look, "I know."

Eva stuck her tongue out at him, making herself even more cute.

Road wrapped a protective arm around Eva, seeming quite pleased as she asked, "Where did you find her?"

"She was living on the street-" Tyki began just as Wisely said, "She was abandoned by her parents."

Everyone in the room looked at Wisely, causing him to squirm a little and cough nervously. Tyki frowned, his eyes narrowing a bit at Wisely's words; he had spoken that in complete confidence, like he knew exactly what he was talking about was true. Tyki had always suspected that was what happened to Eva, but he had never truly been sure. Now he was thinking that Wisely had gotten a nice look into Eva's subconcious, seeing her surpressed memories and discovering what few things made Eva what she was today. If that what was truly happened to Eva, then it would explain so many things about how she acted and thought.

"You and I are having a long conversation later," He told Wisely in a threatening drawl, causing the younger man to gulp.

Road seemed to decide that focusing on the guys was pointless, so she turned back to Eva with a gentle smile. Part of Tyki wondered if a small, maternal part of Road had kicked in now, facing this innocent and nervous girl who more than likely hadn't know any motherly affection.

"You and I are going to be best friends, okay?" She said to Eva, her tone allowing no other options.

Eva seemed delighted, nodding eagerly at the proposal which made Road smile happily.

Road took Eva's hand in her own and turned to Tyki, giving him a raised eyebrow and a questioning look as she looked at Eva, then back at him. It was like she was trying to solve some big puzzle, like there was a mystery before her and she had to descover what it was. Tyki wasn't sure that he felt comfortable with such a look, but when Road got an idea in her mind, it was generally not smart to argue with her, and letting her have her way was always easier and much less painfull. Eva, as always, looked only a little confused, tipping her head to one side and gazing at Tyki as well, still seeming happily surprised that she had gained Road's favor so quickly, but her mind was generally not adjusting to it well. Had she ever won affection without trying before? Had anyone ever been so openly nice to her without any strings attatched before? This was a big step for her, and Tyki knew it.

"Tyki-pon," Road began, looking at Eva again with worry, "How did she get bruises on her neck?" SHe suddenly glared at him, a threatening look in her eyes as she began in a warning tone, "Tyki Mikk if you hit this sweet, innocent littel girl I swear I will-!"

Tyki held his hands up, taking a step back with a mortified expression, "I would never!" He protested, "It was an exorcist!"

Road still glared, however, and pointed an accusig finger in his face, "How could you let her get hurt like that!" She scolded.

"I didn't-"

"No excuses!"

Tyki let out a low groan, feeling as though he had awoken a sleeping giant.

Lulubell, who was still in the room leaning against the bed, let out a low chuckle at Tyki's discomfort, irritating him to no ends with her smug expression.

"It seems Road's liking of Eva has backfired on you." She purred.

Ahaha and what Lulubell didn't know was she had reminded him of how badly they had treated Eva before, and how rude they had been. So he tossed her the sweetest, most wicked smile he could muster and let out his own smug purr.

"Road, should I tell you of how terribly these family members of ours treated Eva when she first arrived?" He asked, putting an appropriate ammount of woe into his tone, "How mean they were to her?"

Road's gaze swung around to pin everyone else in the room like a heat seeking missle, causing everyone to freeze in place.

"You guys were mean to this cute little thing?" She hissed, pulling Eva's head against her chest protectively as she yelled, "Dishonor on all of you!"

Everyone quickly backed away, looking appropriately scolded much to Tyki's delight.

Eva was blinking slightly, looking up at Tyki with a confused expression. Tyki grinned at her, mouthing the words just go with it and waving her concerns away.

Eva blinked again, then smiled, almost as if she couldn't help it, and gave Road a small, grateful hug.

Yay next chapter is finally DONE! *runs around room* And yes I finally woke Road up, happy children? and yes she loves Eva xD This was my plan from the start, I need Road for certain..er...events hehe and hey maybe lulubell will take a liking to Eva as well? SPOILERS BWAHAHAHA xD

Well, Imma end this here before i become more of a sped ^^ Please review! I LOVE YOU GUYS~!
PLEASE NO AUTO CORRECT IGNORE ALL MISTAKES~!