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Chapter 4: At last

The sun hid behind the darkened orange sky. Soft whispers made the boy go numb. They came from the towns direction. A soft cold wind blew his white soft hair. He could not help but smile a sweet smile and close his eyes as shiny blue tear fell down his cheek. He hid them behind his white long sleeve. Road smiled while staring at Allen. She wondered what went trough the boys mind as his tears flowed down. Tyki felt quite disgusted at the boys dilemma. They stared down at the crispy old city surrounded by the orange scenery and orange leaves. They had arrived at China.

Tyki stared down at his poker cards, he had brought them to play with Allen for a bit. But instead of a play he was really irritated when the boy started crying as soon as he left the ark. One moment the Earl was waving goodbye, the other Allen was smiling glumly and the other he entered the portal and started crying as soon as he came out and saw China, which in fact he was still crying. He knew the boy hadn't seen the real world for some time but Tyki didn't really care. Yeah, sometimes the Noah genes gave Tyki the feelings of sadness and worry for his brother, but when the Noah genes didn't kick in, Tyki just sat back and enjoyed the show. Allen was very entertaining to watch on his moments, though he barely interrupted them . It was fun to just to see what the boy would come to do. But this time it was different. They didn't really have the time for this, Cross could be disappearing out of their site as they spoke, so Tyki was very irritated.

" Geez boy, it's not that big of a deal, it was just three years, let's get this over with ? " Tyki grumbled trying his best not to look at Allen as it irritated him further.

Allen smiled a cut-off soft laugh coming back to the world. " I'm sorry Tyki, " He sobbed. " I just missed this world is all. " He smiled innocently with tears still falling from his eyes.

Road gently placed her hands on Allen's shoulder. " As much as it pains me to say this, Tyki's right Allen. It's still just 5:00 pm but we already lost ten minutes thanks to you. "

Allen cleaned his tears. There were so many things crossing his mind that concerned him. So many things that crossed his mind as he knew this was the day he had feared the most. He knew sooner or later this day would arrive. He knew he would most probably become a murderer this very same day. He knew he would probably have to destroy an innocence that very same day and he knew he would have to aid and protect tortured Akuma's who only wished to die this very same day. All the things he did not want to do but never the less he was Noah. It was in his blood so whatever happened his own personal mission today was to accept the Noah's fate and ignore anything that bothered him, at least that is what he hoped for...

Allen placed his hand on top of Road's hand that caressed his shoulder. She flinched a bit. He looked down at the ground, his eyes hidden in between the shadows of his hair. He did his best to hide his face, as it was that of a person who was disappointed. Disappointed of himself, disappointed of others, disappointed of life as we speak. Road could feel his hand tremble, she pressed it tight and looked the other way, avoiding Allen's meet of the eyes. She spoke no words, and made no move. Tyki could clearly see Road's face, she bit her lips and looked down in remorse. She felt sorry for Allen. Even though she had always been there for him, in the bad and in the good, he just always had to find a way to distance himself from all the Noah's, including her - Something that the Noah's would just wish he would stop doing. They all loved him in their own strange way, but Allen just didn't seem to get the message. Though Road knew what bothered him was not them but instead his own self it still pained her to see him like this.

True, it was very hard for her to comprehend just what the heck went trough his mind, what was that this boy hid so much? Was it Neah? But they all already knew about Neah and nobody minded, yes he was scared to death the first time he saw Neah but that was 3 years ago! Now Neah was everything for Allen, even tough he didn't say it much. Maybe he was just not used to them ? Did he hate them of some sort? Did he hate her? True she had entered his dreams various times but it was always the same dream.

There Allen kneeled beside a lake of blood, chained to the ground. He was not on his teen body but on his child body, the one he had 3 years ago. He stared at Neah's reflection. A reflection which prohibited the boy from staring at himself, from knowing who he was. Even though all this flashed through her mind Road maintained a mask of seriousness. She just blindly stared at nothing. Tyki was quite creeped out at the two teens. He put his cards down and looked down at the two shorties.

" Ummm hello? The mission we don't have much time. "

They didn't respond or move. " Great, Road lost it." he joked to himself.

" Haaa, hey love birds! I know your having FUN touching each other and all but can't you do that later? we got a miss- " Allen tried to punch Tyki but Tyki stopped it with his fist already expecting it. Road smiled her trademark evil giggle as soon as she noticed.

Tyki sat on the ground, and patted the floor, gesturing them to sit. Road and Allen imitated him. He took out a box of cigarettes.

" Stop right there. " Allen raised his hand in stop motion. " Drop the cigarette. "

Tyki turned the cigarette on, smoked it and blew the smoke directly to Allen's face. " Let me say this clearly boy, F - * - * - * - YOU. F*** you! "

Allen clearly holding himself from tearing Tyki apart just crossed his arms. He got up and sat on a faraway rock, which didn't really matter since he would still be able to hear Tyki and Road talking clearly. " Don't get me wrong Tyki, I would had punched you right there and be killing you right now but we've got a mission to do. " Allen took out his tongue and pointed his middle finger toward Tyki.

Tyki smirked in victory and ignored him, " You wish. Alright then, this is how things will be, Road? "

" hihi yeah , yeah, " Road took out a piece of paper and placed it on the floor. Tyki explained.

" This is how we will do, firstly me and Road will hide in our white forms, Allen doesn't really have too since his Noah form has yet to awaken." Allen nodded.

Tyki sighed. " Allen , I bet the Earl made this mission sound impossible but really - I've got a way to make things easier. " Road and Allen were surprised at what he had just said but remained quiet as to hear his plan.

" It's really simple we wait for Cross to enter. As soon as he sets sail we'll invade his ship without his notice and as soon as the ship is far enough from the island me and Road will call level 3 Akuma's that are hidden on the sea to attack. Then we join in for the heck of it and have a hell of fun killing General Cross. " He grinned. " And that's pretty much it. "

Allen got up from the rock. " Well that's easy, what's so complex bout that? "

Tyki saw as Allen got up and sighed. " Sit down Allen, there's still more. "

Allen stared badly back at Tyki and sat back on the rock .

" Allen your cursed eye will react as soon as the Akuma arrive... " He whispered softly looking at the ground.

Allen looked down a bit. Softly as Tyki had spoken, Allen had still heard him. " I'll try to resist the pain. " He assured with his smile.

Road blinked for a bit. Each time Allen offered a smile was not good news. Even though the boy's reason for doing that was to assure them he was fine truth was it showed the Noah's the complete opposite. When Allen smiled his sweet innocent smile it meant the boy wanted to hide something, something that was bothering him. And as to not worry his family he offered them a smile. Now Road was as worried as ever. But she fained not noticing his little lies.

Tyki ignored the two and walked forward. He stared down at the big town that stood before them. He placed both of his arms in his pocket and closed his eyes. His skin quickly lost it's gray tone and was absorbed by his white form. His legs left the ground as he gave a high jump and made his way a top the buildings.

Allen blinked. Road giggled as her white form came out. " It's alright Allen, let's go. " Allen followed Road though he was quite resistant. He could feel his guiltiness and fear getting to him once again.

Allen jumped on the building's roof. He followed Tyki and Road who jumped much quicker than him. He had never actually done so before, making him a bit nervous, but the Earl had trained him back on the Ark already, so he knew a bit. Not to mention Neah gave him super human powers. Allen's heart bit faster by the second. They reached the port.

" Road come here for a sec, " Tyki gestured her. Road walked right beside Allen seriously not even looking at him. This made Allen's hair blow a bit. He just stared quietly, they both looked at him and then at themselves. He could hear their whispers. Curious at just what they were most probably saying about him he concentrated on just hearing them.

" Road I'm counting on you. " Road nodded. She was about to whisper something to Tyki until suddenly Allen felt his heart beat so hard that it hurt. Then slowly it started to beat faster and faster. He could feel his blood boiling and his throat drying. His arm felt the sudden rush of longing sensation. He was about to place his hand over his forehead wondering if it was a migraine again, till suddenly his whole body started to hurt. He fell to his knees trying to get his breath back, making him loose his grip and fall off the building roof.

As things got blurry he heard a pair of legs running toward him and a strong big arm that took a hold of him, not letting him fall to the ground. He felt as he was once again brought to the roof and placed on the cold bricks. They seemed to shout something and do gestures but he could not understand just what they were saying. Everything looked blurry and the pain was unbearable. Tears fell from his eyes and his head felt like if he were to explode, his heart felt like if it were to stop and his body unmovable.

" Neah please, " He gripped his shirt, close to where his heart was. He was breathing deeply and murmured unconsciously, enough so Road and Tyki could hear" Cross - If I don't - if I don't - " His eyes widened as though a sudden realization crossed his mind.

" Cross - Cross is going to actually die. I'm going to see him for a few seconds and then he will die. The thing I've longed for so much is gonna die! " Allen thought to himself this time.

Suddenly the pain started to fade away but also along with his consciousness. Shouts tried to keep him awake but failed . Allen reopened his eyes. His view was still fuzzy, all he could see was some red and black in front of him. It ricked of blood. The boy still a bit spacey tried to looked around but couldn't as chains tied him in a way he could only stare at the pond. His view finally cleared. He stared in horror at the pond. It held a reflection and in it was non other than Neah. Allen felt relieved at first, Neah would always comfort him with just his presence. Just as he was to relax he heard a soft whisper. "

" Thank you Allen. " Allen widened his eyes in deep horror. Had Neah just done what he thought he had done? Had he just talked?And why was he saying thanks? Allen was terrified of just hearing Neah's voice. He just wanted to faint. Suddenly like a flash of thunder he felt pain rushing into his body once again, but this time stronger. He could not help but shout in pain. He called for help but nothing appeared, nobody saved him.

" Let me out! Neah let me out now! " Allen still in his pain wanted nothing more but to get his body back. He knew Neah was controlling his real body right now. Allen could not bear the shameless feeling of being possessed by Neah. The thought disgusted him more than death itself. Somehow he could always feel Neah's feelings fused with his. And right now he could tell Neah - Neah was furious. He was not happy and smiling as he had always been. Right at this instant a strong feeling of hate disrupted Allen's thoughts. He could barely think. Allen shouted and shouted. He felt useless and weak. He cried and cried and had done his best to try to break the chains but nothing happened. He was trapped not even knowing if he were ever to come out. That thought itself made him feel fear even more than before.

What if Neah had broken about and was killing many innocent lives at this very moment?What if the one he hated was Cross? What if - What if Cross were to die before he could understand any of this? Allen shouted even louder as he felt his strength weakening and slowly disappearing and yet his pain worsening. The blood on the pond was none other than his own blood that gushed out from his body from deep cuts he had on his body.

" Damn it - Damn it! "

Road and Tyki noticed as Allen slowly opened his eyes. They sat beside him worriedly and obviously a bit shocked. Road had her arm on his forehead. It trembled. Tyki was staring at all directions as well as the boy's condition.

" Alle - " The boy removed Road's arm not gently but hitting it, almost breaking it before she released it quickly. This startled Road . Allen had removed her hands from him before but it was always gently not like he had just done.

" ? What's this boy? Are you alright? " He finished his sentence only to quickly stare in shock along with Road at the boy. He slowly and gently smirked a lifeless smile. His eyes cold and bloodshot but a bit closed . Noticing their presence the boy raised his head and stared at him serious and in boredom.

" A - Allen ? " Road asked Allen gripping his clothes. Allen pushed her back. Tyki still with his eyes widened just held his breath as only one thought crossed his thoughts.

" Neah... " His eyes widened even more when he felt a presence behind him. A tiny soft arm caressed his cheek. " Don't interfere." A tender soft voice whispered to Tyki's ear. " Tyki turned around. He raised his punch as to hit him but quickly noticed the boy was nowhere to be found.

' Road! " Tyki ran towards Road. Road just remained on the ground with her legs in front of her and her hands behind her helping her body up. Road could not help but loose herself in her thought. Allen was still on his white form, there wasn't even the slightest bit of stigmata on his forehead, so why? Why had Neah taken over just now? Why had Allen been mentioning that Cross guy?

' Road! " Tyki slapped her in the face. She regained consciousness and raised her arm to where Tyki had slapped her. " Tyki... " She pressed her hands on her face, " What's wrong with Allen? " Tears fell down. " Since when Neah - "

" I don't know Road but we'd better go find him before - "

" Cross finds him, eh? " A strange unknown voice was heard just beside them. They raised their head a bit. There, right beside them, stood a Noah they had never seen before. He had a huge eye hidden in between his spiky hair. His skin was gray and he looked really young, almost like a teen, he held Lero in between his arms.

" What are you doing with Lero! " Road almost jumped in anger.

" A Noah? I've never heard of you! " Tyki shouted a as the teen smiled mockingly.

IN THE OTHER SIDE OF TOWN

Cross stood inside a red carriage. It was tiny and only held two seats in the back and one on the front for the man who conducted the horses. Cross seemed to be tickling Timcampy as he bounced up and down each time he touched him. He wore a serious bored face which heck he was. He seemed lost in his thoughts as suddenly he felt a hard bump making him fall out of his seat. Drops of blood splashed onto his face.

He cleaned his face with his finger. " Blood ? "

Quickly he picked his gun and stared in horror at the man who was driving. His head had been ripped apart. It splashed blood unstoppably. He saw as the horses got ripped apart by huge claws and fall to the ground bleeding. Right in front of the carriage stood a white haired boy. He hid his eyes in between his hair. He wore a white long sleeved shirt and black pants. His clothes were covered in blood. His left arm was that of huge claws bigger than his very body. Seeing it's green color he could tell it was none other than innocence. Cross could almost not breath for a second as he stared in awe.

" Exorcist? Why's an exorcist ? No - it cant be his not even wearing black robes. " Cross thought to himself.

" Hey jerk! I don't know what's you reason or why you are killing at such a young age but whatever it is you should stop using that innocence of yours to kill innocent lives! " Cross shouted.

" Innocence ? Death? Innocent Lives? Do you actually think I care? " The boy laughed a cold dry laugh. He suddenly appeared in front of Cross and punched him. Cross hit a wall breaking it slightly. He pointed the gun at this white haired boy's forehead as he also appeared suddenly before the white haired boy.

" How about we make a deal kid. You can either come peacefully with me and join the Black Order as an exorcist or you can resist and get your butt kicked. How about it? "

The boy frowned in disgust. " As if... " He responded gently but with a glimpse of sorrow on his words.

" What a shame, " He shot a bullet but the boy just moved a bit to the right and dodged it. Cross jumped backwards and threw his hat into a corner. " Cause now I have to fight a useless fight and drag you there! "

Suddenly, just as the man was to shoot again, the wind blew the boy's hair that had his eyes hidden. Cross widened his eyes a bit. It couldn't be.

" Allen Walker... " Cross stared at the boy who's eyes were now visible. His eyes were lifeless and emotionless. His left eye had a red scar. It was dark and empty and numerous tears of blood fell from it. There was no doubting it, the scar revealed it all. A bang was heard in the distance.

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