Chapter 42

It sure was a laugh seeing Allen actually listening on other people's doors and what more but the Noah's.

He told me about Cordelia's attempt at having the innocence removed and about Tyki's refusal so we don't have any problems regarding about someone leaving.

And after hearing Allen, I went back to the library to continue work that Bookman seems to be increasing. I really am tired but I need to do this since I don't really want to miss tomorrow's event. I overheard the plan Komui talked about with Alyce. I think it would be real interesting and fun to see what Alyce has up her sleeve regarding the training especially with a Noah.

*Alyce's point of view

Upon returning to my room, Yin reported to me the events that occurred while I was busy doing paperwork. She showed me images of what happened.

That bastard Ellis is so going to pay for what he did.

I went out to look for Cordelia first but Timcampy suddenly rushed to my face.

I held it by its tail to remove it from me.

"What's the matter, Tim? Why'd you suddenly rush to me like that?"

The golem then played a sound which contained Tyki's conversation with Cordelia.

I thought it weird that they communicated but then understood as I listened. It is a good thing too that Tyki didn't agree but there is something wrong going on.

I'll speak with him about it tomorrow.

*Tyki's point of view

Early in the morning, Alyce knocked at my door. She came to talk with me about the training.

We talked who will be fighting against whom and why and then other things.

"Tyki, I'll be removing the seals by the way for the training."

I looked at her with a confused look.

"It hurts, right? It's worsening. Don't deny it since it's true. You promised not to lie anymore, right?"

So she knows. I guess I can't keep that to myself anymore.

"Yes, I did say so indeed, my lady."

"Indeed you did, my lord so stop calling me that," said Alyce as she tries to hide her flustered face.

"I'll try," I said while holding her hand and letting it press against my lips which I then let touch hers.

Upon parting, red tainted her cheeks while a smile formed.

"And... thanks by the way for not giving in to Cordelia's request, Tyki."

"You sure about it though?"

She looked at me with a questioning look with her head tilted slightly to the side.

"Your plan?"

"I am. And it will be really interesting."

From being slightly embarrassed awhile ago, her face showed a bright smile as she left the door to prepare for the plan.

The world didn't really split into two.

The Noahs haven't won.

Cross didn't stop drinking and increasing his debts.

Kanda did not show a smile yet...

... so shocked were the exorcists as they came inside the training hall.

The only exception had been Bookman. Lavi wasn't as well but he played along anyway.

The reason for their reaction is simply because of how the way the exorcist general looks.

She doesn't look like her title at all since she looks like the enemy with her skin tone the same color as theirs with her eyes shining gold beneath the crosses on her forehead.

A laugh suddenly comes out in the silence.

Terrified looks shows on their faces after hearing it come from the exorcist general.

"Okay, I can't take it anymore. The looks on your faces are way too priceless. If you're believing this get up then I should get a reward for this."

"Wait so that isn't real?" asked a confused Allen.

"What? Did you think that I suddenly turned into a Noah?"

"Well, it is possible with you and-"

"What are you saying, idiot rabbit?" said Alyce as she threateningly points the dagger towards Lavi's neck.

"Nothing. I said nothing. I was just wondering what's that for?"

"I just got bored. Komui told me to include fighting a Noah in your training and you can't all fight him as part of it… so I decided to divide the group into two. One will be fighting me while the other with Tyki."

"How are we supposed to be divided?" asked Ellis.

"Well, Allen and Cordelia will have their own training like the usual with Lilia. You, Yuu and Lavi will be up against me while Lenalee and Miranda and Crowley are up against Tyki. Rules are simple which will be observed by Bookman that you follow it. First: no holding back. Second: no killing. And third: no extending beyond lunch and the boundary line. If you extend on time, forget about eating and if you go beyond the boundary line, penalty. On the right, we'll be taking that side. You guys, take the other. Time starts in ten counts."

Ten… nine… eight… seven… six… five… four… three… two… one… Start!

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(^.^) Kylie: I hope you like this one.

*Alyce put out Allen to train Cordelia... the other slight reason is due to them being her siblings... but really more on training.

*Ellis is up against Alyce since she plans on having him pay for that. Lavi is understandable as well for why he is up against Alyce. Kanda holds back on girls which is why Alyce assigned him to her.

*This is just the first training... it may change depending on what happens.

*And about Kanda smiling... it was already shown in the manga but come on... it really caused such a reaction among people.

Thanks for reading ^.^