THE INNOCENT KILLS

Daycare II

Allen rubbed his eyes, not truly believing what stood before his vision. Did somebody pull some black magic shit on him? Hopefully not. It'd be funny if someone went through all logic to actually place his doppelgänger at the front gate of a daycare. Thinking again, the idea didn't sound all too pleasant. Surely, there is no way that it happens to be a mere coincidence either. He's probably just too tired or was dreaming. No... It felt too real to be a dream. Allen pinched himself on the arm, wincing as there was a signature sting rippling through his limb. Nope. Totally not dreaming. His eyes were too wide in shock to be tired.

He noticed the child giving him an odd stare, his adorable eyes boring into him with pure curiosity twinkling in his eyes. A smile bloomed in the boy's face - one that bares such a similar looks in which the elder harbored. The large, twin silver orbs shimmering underneath the white ivory strands that cascades down his face. Not to mention the bandage on his face and his arm.... This is really happening. This. Is really. Happening. Oh, for fu-

" Onii-chan!" The elder broke from his trance, his attention diverting to the little version of himself. Little Allen scurries his way over to the elder, tugging gently at his pants as if to catch his attention. " Onii-chan looks like me!" The little version of himself gave no signs of hostility, rather there was a more friendly vibe surrounding the boy. By the looks of it, Allen was guessing that someone kind had taken him in and gave him proper care. At least he hoped so... Unliked him, he had to suffer years with Master... Just remember all the time that drunken womanizing man made him shudder.

Pushing aside the thought, Allen felt a soft smile growing on his lips as he knelt down to the child's height. " A coincidence, isn't it?" He chuckled, reaching his hand out to ruffle the youth's white mass of hair. At the closer inspection, he found himself quite awed by the adorable little outfit the kid wore: a cute panda hoodie with a white tank and a pair of black shorts, followed by a pair of matching shoes. This kid must have met someone to his convenience. Rather more fortunate than Allen when he was at his age. Damn you, Master....

" Onii-chan?"

Allen blinked, smiling at the youth. " Yes?"

" Are you alright? You looked scary for the moment..." The elder petted the boy's head, unable to help his smile from growing. What a cute and caring kid... There was still a chance that this boy was a childhood copy of himself. A small chance that he might be correct, while the biggest chance was simply just him being a dumb fool for believing such a thing.

The boy seems to eye the elder male with fascination, unintentionally giving him the most adorable face that he thought he could never pull. " W-what is onii-chan's name?"

The elder pointed to himself, wanting to confirm it but considering that he was the only one talking to the kid, Allen flushed a soft shade and smiled. " Allen. But you can call me Aren or Al for short. What about you?"

" My name is also Allen." Allen beamed, bouncing on his toes. Call him weird, but Allen is fucking adorable.

" I see. Who drove you here, Allen?" Aren queried out of pure curiosity. Considering that he volunteers to work out here, it was his job to make sure everyone was present and far from danger. And if there were anyone new to the playground, he would bring the child in and introduce him to everyone. The daycare also has a rule; whomever the guardian or parent that dropped off the child must sign in before taking their leave. If your child is new, the parent and guardian must enter the daycare office and fill out the forms, in which would ensure the child's safety. Contact and information should be listed in case of emergency.

At least he thought it were to be as so, but there was no one that could possibly be the one in charge of Allen. What ruthless, irresponsible person-

" Yu onii-chan brought me here for the day. Nii-chan said that he'd be back by noon to pick Allen up." Allen chirped, cutting Al's thought at mid-sentence. A small frown tipped down the corner of the elder's lips, but soon raised into a smile once more.

" Your onii-chan was suppose to come and sign in. He can't just drop you off like."

Allen blinked, nodding slowly. An apologetic look plaguing his cute face as guilt swirled within his silver orbs. " I'm sorry, Aren-nii."

" Don't worry about it, just remember to remind him next time you're here, alright?" The elder hauled Allen off his foot and carried him in to play withing the gates. Letting him down in the playground, Aren ruffled the youth's hair and told him to stay here and wait while he left to tell Hevlaska about the new child.

Allen obliged, doing as he was told but ended up getting himself surrounded by older children who threw dirty looks at his direction. Allen gave a small whimper, looking around for an escape but to no avail. Was it because of his appearance? There is no doubt that it might be the origin of the latter. He knew he was different from everyone. He could hear insults being thrown at him, saying that he's a monster and that he's different from everyone else. I understand. I get it. Just stop it already... Please...

" Oye! What the hell are you idiots crowding for? Stop being a waste of space and piss off!"

Allen raised his head, turning to the source of voice with his tears gaze. The mean kids had left, scurrying away as they had peed their pants out of fear. Allen stared at the figure, gasping as the elder boy approached him and held his eyes shut. What he didn't expect was the gentle voice coming from the Asian boy.

" Are you alright? You're not hurt, are you?"

The ivory haired boy opened his eyes once more, turning to gaze at the elder boy and nodded. " Y-yes..." Allen stuttered. The other boy all but chuckled, placing a hand on Allen's hair and petted him.

" Everything is alright now. Don't cry." The raven haired boy cooed softly, bringing the younger into a gentle embrace. Allen blushed, opened his mouth to query.

" What is your name?" A brief silence hung in the air before the Asian boy began.

" Kanda. Just Kanda."