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Clown Crown activated-much to everyone's suprise, mind you-and wrapped around Neah a split second before Lenalee could make contact with her boot. He made a mental note to thank the Innocence later; had it activated a second later, he'd be in a world of pain. Jumping back, the Musician plotted out his own attack.

Obviously using Crown Clown for offense was out of the question. He'd never heard of Innocence attacking Innocence; especially since it isn't wild. Using Dark Matter was risky... Too risky. Perhaps it was time to dust off his own powers?

Humming softly, Neah focused on the ground beneath the girl. Seconds later, it seemed to sink in on itself and created a giant hole in which she fell in.

"Lenalee!" Lavi shouted as he ran to see if she was okay. He didn't get far, though, before one of the twins shot his shoulder. A snicker left the newly reborn Noah's lips. The way the exorcists thought things would go their way was hilarious! But he'd have to laugh later, he was running out of time in Allen's body.

The Fourteenth Disciple needed to retreat to let his nephew's body rest and recover. He met Adam's gaze and the Earl nodded, signaling the other Noahs minutes later.

"Next time, dear exorcists," Neah sang as they walked through Road's door. "Don't make promises you can't keep."

--x--

It was an otherworldly experience to see your body move without moving it; to slap someone and not feel the sting on your palm. At some point, he had fallen into a sleep-like state, not sure if he would wake back up. Was he even asleep?

It all came rushing to him as Allen switched places with his uncle once more. His eyes were closed and he felt his bed underneath him. A relaxed sigh left his lips as he practically sank into the cushy mattress. He was tired; too tired to question his uncle.

Had that been his intention? No, no it must be a side effect from switching. The albino was suprised when his stomach didn't growl. He was certain Clown Crown had been activated, and besides, he had a monstrous appetite.

Sleep, my precious nephew.

Ah, it was so nice to hear Neah's voice again. It really put him at ease.

Sleep now and we'll talk when you get up.

And sleep he did.