Time Flies When You Are Having Fun...(D.Gray-man x Reader)

Chapter 25 - Seperation

I clear my throat to catch the attention of the Exorcists around me. "I would like to state that with Chronea's abilities, I would be able to freeze time and observe and catch any sort of cheating. It might be best If I were the observer because of this and my luck isn't the best to begin with anyway so I would be out of the way." I offer up my services and most everyone seems to agree except Chaoji. His face is littered with concern and I can only guess why. He probably thinks I'm gonna let the Noah cheat. Go figure, this guy can't trust anyone even after they've shown they can be trusted. Regardless of what I thought, he didn't pipe up to say anything against me which is quite peculiar but I am nonetheless grateful. Everyone else gave a quick nod of their head towards Allen. He quickly shuffles up and directs his gaze over to the group of Noah.

"Alright it looks settled then, we will pick ____ as our observer." Allen states and quickly sits back down. I stand up from my chair and push it in to stand directly behind it. I glance over at the group of Noah to try to see how their decision was going. Just as I started to tune into their conversation Tyki stands up abruptly and turns towards the Exorcists.

"We have decided as well, I will be the observer, there will be no counting cards in this game for me." He winks and proceeds to grab the deck of cards. "I will be the dealer every round as no one other than me and Allen most likely know how to be a dealer. " I gave him a quick thumbs-up before walking up to the left of his chair to watch him over his shoulder. He begins absentmindedly shuffling while looking up at me.

"Even if you aren't playing, I need to keep an eye on you, you can deal in favor of the Noah and I only want this to be fair and square." I mention while shrugging my shoulders. Tyki mockingly places his hand above his heart.

"Oh you wound me, I've been known to always play fair. " He barely gets out the sentence before letting a chuckle slip through his act. I roll my eyes and nudged him to start the game. Moving his hands nimbly, Tyki deals out the cards, one to every Noah, and Two to every Exorcist. He lays down the first two cards. A 9 of hearts and a queen clubs. Not a bad line up for a straight but we will have to see what else is given. Slow down time for me Chronea. Alright... Once I see that everyone's movements have slowed to almost nothing do I begin my walk around. I don't see anything suspicious at first glace. Everyone's cards are and hands are above the table. I take a look at the cards that everyone is holding just to make sure if cards do get switched out at the very end, I'll know what they originally were dealt and be able to call them out.

The game continues at a steady pace with no cheating to be seen. One after another people would win and would be eliminated from the game. First was Lenalee which no one really expected. Followed by Lavi, Skinn, Chaoji, the twins, and Krory. Leaving just Road and Allen left. Looking over I can see the visible desperation on Allen's face and every other exorcist around him. While they were worried, most of the Noah seemed relatively calm. I guess it makes sense they have really nothing to lose and all the gain from this. Just as I was thinking this I glanced over at Tyki and even though he was trying to hide it, I could sense some sort of... concern? What could he possibly be worried about? He isn't the one possibly losing his innocence. Leaving that trail of thought behind I begin to observe the game unfold again as Tyki deals the cards out. Road was still only dealt one as per the penalty. Even with it, she seems just as cocky as usual. Not a care in the world as she glanced at the card before placing it face down on the table again. My attention was drawn away by a quick sigh being released by Allen. Every emotion I saw minutes ago were quickly melting off of his face leaving behind a poker face of the century. Quickly he glances at his cards before looking over to Tyki expectantly. Tyki begins to deal out the first card and reveals it to be the aces of spades. I glance back and forth at Allen and Road for any hint of what they had but saw none. Moving on Tyki drew the next card and laid it out on the table. An eight of hearts. Anticipation was building as the third card was drawn. Queen of spades. This could be something really great! This could be a spades royal flush if they have the hand! I watch as Tyki pulls the next card from the deck while flitting his eyes between Allen and Road. Suddenly as if the room wasn't quiet enough it becomes dead quiet. Is that a... 10 of spades?! This is too lucky! If one of them has the king or jack I might call foul play! This is crazy! But the only one I would suspect of foul play is Tyki as he is dealing, so if Road has one of those cards... this was set up. Should I go back in time and check? Might be the only way to confirm if this was set up. Right. But let's first look at Roads cards, if they aren't set up to get a perfect royal flush then this is probably just a really lucky coincidence. I walk over to stand behind Road and glance at her hand. A 9 of hearts. So this isn't set up? I look over to Tyki as his hand draws out the next card hesitantly. I bet he wasn't expecting this from the look on his face. Looking slightly paler than usual, Tyki places the final card down. Almost defiantly looking up at me was a jack of spades. Tyki's eyes go exceptionally wide before glancing between the last two players.

"This is a little... unexpected. But this is what you were dealt, let's see your hands." Road slams her hand down a little forcefully and reveals the 9 of hearts.

"I totally win I have a straight, beat that Allen!" Road sticks her tongue out and blows a triumphant raspberry before starting to stand. Allen only smiles before lightly placing his cards face up on the table. Road freezes in her tracks staring down at what appeared to be her doom. A king of spades and a 9 of clubs. How in the hell! I stand shell shocked, amazed at how he managed to have a card for a straight win and the royal flush! I look up at Tyki to see a skeptical glare plastered on his face. He hastily shakes it off leaving only a sinister grin remaining.
"Allen, you have out done yourself. Looks like the Exorcists will walk free, innocence and all." His grin however tense it was seemed playful in its own way. "It looks like ____ will be going with you from now on. Take good care of her would you?" Chaoji looks as if he is about to respond with something snarky before Lavi slams his hand over Chaojis mouth. Allen responds right after.

"Of course, she's in good hands." He gives one of his sweet smiles trying to be a peacekeeper as usual.

"As opposed to our bad hands?" Tyki chuckles as Allen begins to panic. "Kidding. I knew what you meant." Tyki stands up and begins to walk over to Roads door with the rest of the Noah in tow. He glances over his shoulder looking directly at me. "Just promise you'll come and visit, Love." Hearing the last word brings forth a red hue to my cheeks as I stutter out a yes. With that, the Noah go into the door, going to the New Ark and leaving me with the Exorcists.  I'm surprised he let me go so easily. I think he knows you care about them, more so him. A flirty tone saturates Chronea's last word in my head. The blush makes a reappearance before I can defend myself. It's not like that... he was just the first one to really be kind to me, not just us. But wasn't that due to the calming nature I brought?____? I didn't mean it that way, just- No, your right. That's what attracted him in the first place, and that's what kept him there. He see me as just you, like all the Noah do. The Exorcists are the ones who see me as more. But ___- No buts, just let me be with the Exorcists for a bit. For me okay? Alright.