(A/n Hey everyone! Another short chapter, hope you like it though! So reminder, when Nea is speaking it's like this - Heeyyy. And when Allen is thinking/speaking with Nea it's like this - Heyyyyy.
And I mentioned in the earlier chapters that Nea will be portrayed as bit darker than he is in D. Gray Man. Not by much but you'll notice that he wants to kill the Earl mostly in this fanfic.
Disclaimer- I don't own D. Gray Man. Only the plot is mine XP
Allen's mouth drifted open. That voice….he recognized it from the time at the North American Branch. He hadn't answered for he didn't know whether to be angry or surprised. The 14th had spoken to him like this before, but right after he took over his body. He took a second to regain his composure then asked,
"What do you want 14th?" A chuckled resonated inside his mind.
No need to speak aloud. I can hear your thoughts. I promise this time I won't take over unless it's necessary. I mean no harm.
He grimaced. Unless it's necessary. Those words stuck with him. The fact that the 14th could take over whenever without his consent still scared him. But denying the fact the he's there won't help him.
Alright. What do you want?
Easy. To kill the Earl MIllennium. His work has to be put to a stop, that's beyond question.
I narrowed my eyes. If he's telling the truth then we share a similar goal...but is that all there really is to it?
Allen could almost feel the 14th smiling as he said, Yes...The Earl and I share a past. Due to that past I cannot allow him to continue this destruction.
What kind of past? You tried to kill the Noah family thirty-five years ago right? Why did you do that?
It'll all be revealed soon. But back to the matter at hand. If you're to escape this Ark you'll have to trust me. Can you do that?
That's right. For a second he'd almost forgotten his situation. It would be wise to accept the 14th's help but is the right choice? As he sat contemplating over if he should choose wisely or rightly he felt the 14th's exasperated sigh-he's still not sure how this all works. With a roll of his eyes, Allen thought,
Alright! I'll accept your help!
Took you long enough! But good choice. The only way out of here are the gateways, or portals. As you were thinking of earlier opening a gateway from the other Ark in here wouldn't work. You have to get to the piano and play the song-it should work, unless the Earl changed it.
Allen stood and brushed himself off. He glanced around then thought in reply,
Okay, thank you.
No problem. Just don't get caught.
Allen chuckled and looked around a corner before quickly taking it. He had no idea where he was going...he should probably ask about it.
Do you have any idea where the piano room is anyways? He slowed his pace as he waited for the answer.
Look for a door that seems out of the ordinary. For example maybe it's a huge door on a small house. Or its color seems a bit lighter than the rest.
Allen kept that in mind as he searched. So far nothing. Every door was perfectly normal. He stepped into an alley with an agitated sigh, stopping for a few brief moments to allow himself a break. A thought came to mind. The 14th had been quiet for a while, if he was still there he asked,
I know you as the 14th, but you must have a name. What should I call you?
The 14th was indeed still there for in his mind Allen felt something shift, surprise maybe? Seconds later the 14th replied,
You can call me Nea.
Allen blinked. Nea. That name stirred up some old memories. With a weak chuckle he stepped back onto the street and itched his head. It must be coincidence.