Another random story I thought of is all I can say to this here. ANNNNNNDDD that I do not own D. Gray Man in any way, shape, or form. All credit goes to Katsura Hoshino!

So without further adoo, enjoy the first chapter.

Chapter 1: Child of Promise

The sound of and alarm clock buzzed at its loudest, causing the occupant of the bedroom to shift and groan, irritated at the sound. How people were able to create such loud noises in such a small device was beyond him but the damned thing was giving him a headache. Reaching out from under the sheets he slammed the annoying buzzer off.

Now he had to get up. But he wanted to sleep more since he went to bed late last night. However, the alarm clock sounded at exactly 6:00 am. School starts at 7:30. Damn. Why the hell did he go out yesterday during the weekdays? Oh yeah, because of the new movie which released also on that day… at 9:00 pm. It was worth it though. The movie was good, terrific actually. Though, he would never admit that out loud.

But to think it was done by a fifteen-year-old? That itself just made it even more spectacular. Though, he would never admit that either.

Glancing back at the clock, he realized he wasted five minutes and was now 6:05. Without wanting to get a scolding from the old man, he got up and quickly changed to his school uniform. He then walked into his personal bathroom, to out his brush from one of the drawers, neatly straightened out his long raven air, and tied it to his every day ponytail. Satisfied with his work, he grabbed his bag and katana, Mugen(never goes anywhere without it), and exited room heading downstairs to the kitchen.

He could see his father(though he would never say that), Froi Tiedoll, cooking breakfast, along with two unexpected visitors, despite knowing them very well. He ignored their presence but muttered a 'good morning' to them. Manners is crucial in the Tiedoll household.

"Ah, good morning my dear Kanda!" Tiedoll's mood is always cheerful in the morning. Actually, Tiedoll is always cheerful. Have a natural disaster strike in the neighborhood and that smile will won't disappear on his face. Kanda had known him since he was a toddler and he still couldn't understand that man's behavior. "Your brothers Daisya and Marie came to visit us. Isn't that nice? It's been so long!"

"Please don't cry on us father," Marie said when he sees the man developing tears. He sighs, but smiles as he turned to Kanda who was already at his seat at the table eating a piece of toast he snabbed from one of the plates placed out. "And good morning to you too Kanda."

"Sup little bro!" hollered Daisya with big grin on his face. "Finally a senior huh? Hope you're not picking on any freshman."

"Shouldn't you two be in college?" Kanda muttered tiredly. Energy drained from lack of sleep and weakening his usual aggression.

"We're on break. I'm sure we called telling you that some time ago," Daisya shook his head. "I see your behavior hasn't changed, but you do sound a bit tired. What's the matter, homework overflowing this year?"

Kanda was about to retort back when Tiedoll broke in. "Actually, he and his friends when to see a movie last night that just released, though it was out at a pretty late time. Nine o'clock was it?"

Damn him for always speaking so freely!

"Oh, you mean one of Walker's movies?" asked Marie. "I hear it's selling really big even though was only out last night."

"So you really haven't changed have ya?" Daisya grinned wider at Kanda's fuming face. "Still a big fan of the kid?"

"Why don't you shut your trap!" his voice was a little groggy but there was still enough venom in it. His bother raised his hands in surrender but was laughing like a maniac.

Thinking he has spent enough time in this household, the ravenhead got up, grabbed his things, including his lunch Tiedoll made on the counter, and left, but caught the sound of his father's voice as he was out of the building.

"Oh, and tell your English teacher I said hi, will you?"

Kanda shook his head. "Che. Stupid old man."

Kanda strolled down the sidewalk of his neighborhood. The place was quiet and peaceful, as it was always, as he took his usual root to his high school, Black Order Academy. How the school ever got its name was a mystery to him, not that he cared as long as he got his education. But the place was high of its standards and almost any student would kill to get enrolled there for many reasons. Only the advanced could get in, and Kanda and his friends were pretty lucky to be a few of those individuals, not that they weren't smart. They were known to be the school's top students. And speak of the devil…

"YU-CHAAAAN!"

Kanda growled as he unsheathed his sword and, with swift movements of a master, pointed its tip and the neck of a surprised redhead, who halted his position of gomping the raven.

"How many times do I have to tell you NOT to call me by my first name, Baka Usagi?"

Baka Usagi, or Lavi Bookman, just chuckled and rubbed the back of his head.

"Aw come on Yuu, we've known each other since preschool. Surely I should have some right."

"No you don't and you never will."

Lavi did a fake pout. "Yu-chan's so mean."

"Just let it go Lavi before you get hurt," came the voice of his second companion, a girl with olive colored hair done in long pigtails. Her name was Lenalee Lee. She gave a smile to Kanda that would make many guys fall for her in an instant. Too bad Kanda wasn't one of them. He doesn't have anything against her, he only sees her as a friend or kind of a sister. "Good morning Kanda."

"Morning," he muttered back before putting away his sword and continued forward. The other two followed.

"Wow, last night was great!" Lavi cheered, skipping a few steps with his hands behind his back. "That movie was so awesome I could hardly sleep!"

"I know right?" said Lenalee. "That movie was the best one yet. Some of the parts were really sad though. I think I cried at the part where Lisa died."

"You did," the redhead reminded her. "But I have to admit that part got to me to. All those sacrifices she made for her people and her family, plus her kind and gentle personality. Why didn't Torris save her in time?!"

"Quit being emotional baka. It's just a movie."

Lavi turned to the Kanda and grinned. "Should you really say that, considering how you acted last night?" the Bookman could see raven samurai jump, though it was minor but noticeable. He continued. "Didn't think I would notice did ya? Yu-chan you should really stop underestimating me. You may fool Lenalee and everyone else in the building, but it'll take a lot more than a mask to fool me. The movie got to you too."

"Shut up!" But Lavi did not stop.

"If I can recall correctly, I remembered a single tear running down your eye when Lisa died and-"

"YOU'RE DEAD!"

A second later, Lavi was running for his life with Kanda on his heels. Mugen out and ready for some bloodshed. Lenalee sighed and ran after the two so she could stop the quarrel.

While those three are at it, let us take some time to talk about the movie they saw, as well as the person who created it.

The title of the movie was called "The Torris Chronicles". The main protagonist, Torris Machelis, was a young swordsman in training under his master and father figure, Stanford Ryan. Torris lived with his parents at a faraway meadow when he was young. However, Torris' parents were killed by demons and he became the only survivor at the age of seven. After a year of being alone wandering, he was found and raised by Stanford, a well-known master of defeating demons and took him in to learn the art of swordsmanship.

After years of becoming an apprentice, tragedy truck when an evil sorcerer took the life of Stanford and cursed Torris. The sorcerer told him that every time he sees the death of a person who's dear to him, he would turn into a hideous monster and destroy everything in his path. The only way he would turn back was if he hears the song of a beautiful woman. From then on, Torris went on a search to find someone who knew how to lift the curse and get revenge on the sorcerer.

After two years of searching and being careful, he came across a palace that was under attack by demons and the knights were fighting them off. Torris went in to help and, with Stanford's teachings, was able to destroy all of them. The king gave him a reward for his gratitude by offering his most beautiful daughter, Princess Lisa in marriage. However, Torris wanted instead a way to lift his curse from the sorcerer that killed his mentor. The king had no knowledge of the curse, however his daughter Lisa did.

Princess Lisa happened to be a sorceress, using her powers for the goodwill of her kingdom. She was a kind and gentle soul and did everything in her power to help protect those she loves and her people. All the villagers loved her, and all the men would get in line to marry her. She was the heaven's light in their hearts. However, there were a few things of her past that not even her father knew about that Torris eventually did.

Her teacher, Linro, used to be so kind and trusted in the kingdom when she was a little girl. But when she found out that he was plotting to kill both her parents so he could take the throne, she knew had to stop him. She begged for him to stop and he did, but only if she promises to marry him when she turns eighteen. She refused and lost the life of her mother when Linro unnoticeably poisoned her. After the funeral, he told her that her father would be next if she doesn't comply to his wishes. Lisa gave in, and her soul was bound to a contract so that if she ever broke her oath, she, her father, and the entire village, will die. Linro then, disappeared. She said she will turn eighteen the next day.

Realizing that her fate was just as cruel as his, Torris decided to help her. Torris told Lisa of his tragedies that led to his curse and Lisa told him the only way to lift the curse was to kill the sorcerer that cursed him. Knowing absolutely nothing of the sorcerer's identity and knowing his problem would take some time, he decided to stay and help with Lisa's first.

The next day, Lisa's birthday arrived, and as promised, so did sorcerer Linro, looking darker and more terrifying than anyone imagined. Torris instantly recognized him as the man who killed Sanford and cursed him, and immediately attacked him. However, his attacks were countered when Linro summoned an army of demons attacking the village, killing innocent lives. Torris had no choice but to save them and leave Lisa defenseless. Linro was about to take Lisa's hand in marriage when her father stepped in to protect her. Linro wounded him with a daggar. He warned her that if she values her life and her loved ones, she should marry him now. Lisa refused, saying that he broke his oath of the promise he made about attacking her family and kingdom, and won't give up without a fight.

They fought, but sadly, no matter how experienced Lisa was, Linro was stronger. He casted a spell on her heart, destroying it, and Lisa screamed in pain as she collapsed, dead. When Torris saw the fight he rushed in to help. When he saw he was too late and saw Lisa's dead body, something snapped in him. Seconds later the curse transformed him into a dragon. He tore, ripped, and breathed fire at everything he sees, mostly at Linro who had trouble defending himself.

Suddenly, a woman's voice was heard, singing a beautiful song and Torris found himself turning back to normal. The voice came from Lisa's soul. She told him that she will give him her powers to defeat Linro. He accepted and once again he went back into fighting the slowly weakening, sorcerer. With a powerful thrust of his sword filled with magic, he was able to pierce through Linro and kill him.

All of the demons disappeared, the kingdom was saved despite it being in ruins with many lives lost, and Torris' curse was lifted. Sadly, the king had died of blood loss. His final words were for Torris to guard the kingdom in his place as the new king. Torris went along with the request before giving the king and Princess Lisa a grand burial in memory of their legacy. Torris Michelis was from then on, king, protector, and hero of the land.

This movie, as well as many others, was created by a fifteen-year-old boy named Allen Walker. He had a gift of storytelling and playwriting since he was picked up from an orphanage. He released his first movie at the age of eleven. Soon, each of his works hit the best sellers all around the world and millions were praised at his talents for such a young age. Kanda, Lavi, and Lenalee had watched all his movies, and bought all the DVDs. They were his loyal fans, just few of many.

Ah, it seems we can get back to the story now. Let's move on shall we?

After convincing Kanda not to kill Lavi, the three students finally arrived at the great Black Order Academy. During their first few classes, they could hardly keep themselves awake and ended up dosing off at times when lectures got boring. Lenalee's head would keep bobbing up and down every now and then, Kanda would rub his eyes just to keep them open, and Lavi would easily give up with his head resting on the desk snoring like a hippo. Lucky for them, it seems they aren't the only ones having this sort of problem.

In fact, almost every student in the class could not stay up for one minute without falling back asleep, and surprisingly, the same went with the teachers. It looks as if EVERYONE in the school had risked their curfew hours to see Allen's latest movie release. Funny, how things like this can be done by a child is absolutely unbelievable.

"Lenalee-chan, what class do we have next?" groaned Lavi as the three walked through the hallways to their next class.

"Don't you remember?" asked the female.

"I'm too tired to remember."

"Don't you mean you're too stupid to remember?" said Kanda. He just wanted the day over and done with so he could go home, crash in his bed, and sleep like there's no tomorrow.

Lavi laughed bitterly. "Yu-chan, I can't tell if you're serious or joking."

"Then you really are stupid."

"That's enough!" yelled Lenalee, too tired to deal with another argument. "We have English next."

All traces of tiredness soon left Lavi's face once he heard that.

"YAHOO, WE HAVE MANA-SENSEI NEXT!" and in a heartbeat, Lavi was out of sight like a rocket.

"I will never understand that idiot," the samurai muttered, keeping his regular pace beside Lenalee.

"Well, he has every reason to be happy about Mana-sensei. I hear he has a special surprise for us too."

"Che. Whatever."

The Black Order Academy is popular for many reasons. One of the reasons is the school's English teacher for senior students, Mana Walker.

Before Mana became a teacher, he had lived life as a circus clown and as a magician since he was a little boy. His family owned a circus and traveled around the world entertaining folks young and old. When he was old enough to walk on his two feet, he left the circus. He stayed in London and worked as a magician and became famous for his splendid performances. There, he also adopted a son from an orphanage and named him, Allen Walker.

Mana was the one who taught Allen to pursue his passion in life which led the boy to become what he is now, a screen writer and movie director. The boy's success also motivated him pursue his hidden passion, to become a teacher. He had been teaching in the Black Order Academy for three years and everyone loved his way of entertaining the students while they learn at the same time. Lavi, Lenalee, and Kanda liked and respected their sensei and they were also Mana's favorite students.

As Lenalee and Kanda entered the classroom(Lavi arrived before them), the first thing they saw out of the group of other students was Lavi at his desk, with his head down, snoring. Lenalee giggled as Kanda growled at his idiocy, wondering how they ever became friends in the first place.

"I guess all that energy left him once he entered the room."

"Baka."

As they took their respective seats, they notice something unusual on the ground near their teacher's desk.

Balloons. Lots of them were littering the floor, Mana's desk, and chair.

"What's that all about?" the raven couldn't help but ask.

"Part of the surprise maybe?" the girl was just as confused, looking around to see if others knew what the balloons were for. To her disappointment, no one knew either. Most were too tired and sleepy to care.

Minutes later the final bell rang and Mana waltzed in. He never wears anything fancy or high class, nor does he wear anything normal either, but whatever he wears, he always stands out in the crowd. He even wore his clown costume at times to spike some entertainment when he feels his next lecture would be boring or hard to keep up. Some of his lectures even involved throwing pies, waterballoons, bringing pets, and doing magic tricks. Whatever he does, it was all for fun and the students loved it.

This time, he wore his everyday attire, which at the same time looks like something a magician would wear. He took off his long black top hat and placed it on his desk next to him, revealing his aging hair. His smile showing brightly in front of his students.

"Before I begin, I bet you are all wondering about a few things." He motions his hand to the pill of balloons. "Things such as, 'Why the devil are there balloons in this classroom?' or 'What do balloons have anything to do with English class?'. Well, to answer your question, they have absolutely nothing to do with English. Actually, I brought these here to prepare myself for what is to come."

The students sat there confused; at least those who managed to stay awake.

"I see you cannot seem to grasp what I am saying." Mana picked up a red balloon in one hand. "Well, then allow me to ease that confusion."

In his other hand was a sharp needle. In less than a second, the point made contact with the balloon and…

POP!

Every body in the classroom jolted themselves awake. Some of the girls, and a few boys, screamed at the sound. Kanda himself almost fell out of his seat, but caught himself in time. All the students snapped out of their zombie state and stared at their teacher in shock.

"That seemed to have done it…oh, wait. It appears we have a heavy sleeper."

All heads turned to said heavy sleeper, or in other words, Lavi Bookman, in the same sleeping position he was before, not moved by the sound. Mana grabbed another balloon, a yellow one, and walked over next to the redhead's desk, placed the balloon and needle close enough to his ear and…

POP!

"AHH! ITWASNTMEISWEAR!" Lavi screamed has he jumped in his seat like a jack in the box, wide awake.

"Welcome back from dreamland Mr. Bookman," Mana said in a stern voice. "It appears you have slept through my entire class."

"W-WHAT?!"

Mana then broke out laughing while ruffling Lavi's hair in a fatherly manner. "Just teasing my dear boy. You haven't missed a thing."

Hearing Lavi sigh in relief, Mana traveled back to his desk and picked up a purple balloon.

"My apologies for startling you children, but I was aware that due to the probable outcome of last night's events, I had to do something. Then I thought of my son. This…"

POP!

The students jolted again.

"was the exact same tactic I used on my dear Allen whenever he would attempt to fall asleep during his studies. And sometimes when that didn't work, it resulted into using cold freezing water. It took three whole days for my son to forgive me, but it was all in good fun."

Hearing his students laughing, though he noticed Kanda wasn't, but a smirk of amusement was there, he continued.

"And speaking of my son, I have an announcement to make. But just to be sure I have everyone's attention…"

POP!

Despite the fact that some were annoyed, mostly Kanda, Mana still laughed as if nothing's wrong.

"Alright, alright, that's the last time. I don't want to go through apologizing for three days straight, again."

The class was back to laughing.

"Okay, moving on. I received a call from him a week ago, telling me that once his next movie is released, he will stop making others-"

He was interrupted by gasps and some complaints from the students.

"For now children, for now! He hasn't really given up his passion; just taking a break from it is all. However, let us not forget that he is still just a young boy."

Seeing that they have settled, along with some looking guilty, Mana continued.

"Moreover, he has also told me that since he is still in the age which requires education, and feeling isolated in homeschooling all his life, he's decided to start attending a public school. This school, to be exact."

Immediately, screams and hollers came from the overexcited, whispers of gossip can also be heard.

"Can you believe it? Allen Walker's coming here!" Lanalee whispered to Kanda, eyes shining and smile painfully huge.

"Hn," was all he said, arms crossed. Inside though, he too was ecstatic at the news.

"Is that really true Mana-sensei?" said Lavi, literally jumping up and down in his seat.

Mana chuckled lightly at the reactions he was given. "Yes, it's true. In fact, my son will arrive tomorrow."

More screams and whispers were heard.

"Now that that's out of the way, let's start the lesson shall we?"

Groans were heard.

"Now, now, that's enough… unless you suggest 'other' methods to pass time." He picked up another balloon and needle.

The class was immediately silent and attentive making Mana smile.

"Didn't think so."

The lecture went on for an hour and soon the bell rang, signaling the end of school. Everyone began packing up their things and walked out. Some were still talking about the big news they have received. Then came the sound of Mana's voice.

"Lavi, Lenalee, Kanda, please stay after class. I have something important I would like to discuss with you."

The three stayed behind, confused but didn't question the matter until they knew what the subject is about. Once everyone else was no longer present in the room, Mana spoke. Seeing his serious expression is a rare occasion, meaning that what he's about to tell them is indeed important.

"You are not in trouble, so don't look so tense. I just want to tell you three what I wasn't able to tell the other students. It is because I trust you three and you are my finest students. Do you understand?"

The three nodded.

"Good. Why I called you all here deals with my son, Allen. To be honest, when he called me saying that he will be attending school, I was thrilled to say the least, but at the same time, I was worried. Have you three ever noticed that Allen almost never shows himself in public, for the media to see him?"

Now that they thought about it, it was a bit strange. Allen almost never appears in any events dealing with the success of his works. Not on the red carpet, not in talk shows, he didn't even show in any books or magazines.

The only time they remember seeing his face was at the Oscars and at The Golden Globe Awards when he won for best director. It was quite a shock to see that he had pure white hair and a long tattoo-like scar down his left eye.

"Is that why you're worried Mana-sensi?" Lenalee asked.

He nodded. "I will not lie; the boy does have some… problems. Physically, mentally, and emotionally. Even though I am his father, it is not my place to state those problems, only to help guide my son to the right path. He is a very shy and insecure little boy. He has trouble being social and making friends not because he is not open, but because he is afraid to. For him to do something like this… is probably the bravest thing he has ever done."

"You know that hiding himself will be a lot harder if he chooses to do this," says Kanda.

"I am indeed aware of that Kanda and I'm sure Allen is aware as well. He might be doing this because we haven't seen each other in years but he could also have other reasons. He has never been to an actual school before and probably doesn't know what lies behind it, which is why I want you three to help him and if possible, help him change his ways a little. I know I am asking for too much, but I am also asking as a father."

Before they knew it, he was already on his hand and knees, bowing to them.

"Please, help my dear son, Allen Walker."

...

Kanda groggily walked into his room, body weak from what it took for the day. He undid his hair tie, letting his raven hair fall and collapsed face first on his bed, taking in the soft comfort and relaxed his aching muscles.

He could hear the old man and his brothers singing and saying junk all the way downstairs. Probably drunk and wasted. He groaned angrily as he grabbed a pillow to cover his ears. Looks like he won't be doing any homework tonight. Oh well, they're all due somewhere next week anyways. He turned to gaze at the ceiling.

He and his friends agreed to help Mana with Allen's behavior; at least Lavi and Lenalee did, trying to get the man to stop begging. Kanda's answer was pretty much answered for him. It's not that Kanda didn't want to help, he just basically didn't know how.

Despite being with Lavi and Lenalee, Kanda wasn't the most social person people would want to meet. Add that to his anger issues plus his katana. The school knew better than to mess with him and most students were too scared to approach him without being threatened or worse. Did Mana really think he was suitable enough to help his son or was he insane?

No, Mana said he trusted him out of all the other students he could ask. Others would talk to Allen and make friends with him, yes, but it would only be because he's famous. There won't be any real friendship. Kanda wasn't like that, neither were Lanalee and Lavi.

"But what the hell am I supposed to do?"

That question kept repeating in his head searching for an answer until he finally gave up. He glanced at the clock and saw that it was 9:32 pm. Had he been thinking for that long? Damn. He should really get some sleep. He got up, changed, and laid back in bed.

Hopefully, he'll find the answer tomorrow.

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