Allen was somewhat relieved that the situation in the Game Room hadn't escalated. The nurses had interrupted, saying it was time for the next meal, and it couldn't have come too soon for him. He waved a short goodbye to Miss Bridget before his nurse escorted him back to the cafeteria.

He was also glad to note that he was one of the first to arrive. He might actually have time to digest his food before the others started streaming in. And, he noted, there were no Akuma just yet. It wouldn't last long, he knew, but the curse in his left eye faded, revealing a pair of common blue eyes.

He filled his tray with a healthy portion, sure he would need it for the coming trials. There was Rhode to deal with, as well as this other person who worked for the Earl. He didn't know much about them, aside from their message board posts, but Rhode would likely recognize them. And an ally was the last thing he needed her to have.

Maybe he and Ravi could take turns keeping her from killing the other patients. It did seem only fair, despite Rhode's strange interest in him. And if Rhode spilled about what had happened at breakfast this morning...

Allen tried not to think about it. He tried instead, to focus on the food in front of him and the act of devouring it as quickly as possible. He did need his strength.