Fairy DxD: Summer From Another World

by Blake Zephyr

That day, everything changed. Natsu was swallowed by the Ecliptic Gate and brought to another world, far different from his own. There, he met her and he was reincarnated, in order to live for her. She was the key to returning to his world and he was the strength she needed for hers. This is the story of the sealed Dragon, the oppai loving pervert and the lost Dragonslayer. Hiatus.

1. Chapter 1

Disclaimer: Fairy Tail and High School DxD are rightfully and respectively owned by Hiro Mashima and Ichibei Ishibumi… If you like the story, please support the original authors as well.

Fairy DxD: Summer From Another World

Prologue:

Reset: Beginning of a Crimson Lifestyle…

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Crimson…

The first color which ever crossed my eyes as I fell into this unknown land…

And the last color I saw before I lost myself in the pitch-black darkness…

When I looked closer, past the strands of her hair, which was dyed by the color of the red sunset-

-The same color as the blood which ran across my wounds…

I saw her blue, soulful and gentle eyes…

"Beautiful…" I muttered…

I closed my eyes, my fall unbroken and uncushioned…

But before I reached the solid ground, a pair of arms gently wrapped themselves on my tired body…

And after that, I didn't know what happened next, for my consciousness completely slipped away…

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How did this happen, you ask? Well, let me recount the events I remember, before I was transported to another land.

That day, everything changed.

It happened after my fight with someone insanely strong. I hate to admit it, but this guy-apparently the boss of the fight, was pretty strong.

While riding a flaming Dragon named Atlas Flame, I-Natsu Dragneel, had given the finishing blow on the being which claimed to be the Future Rogue Cheney. I broke the infernal gate-Eclipse, by defeating the master pulling the strings-Rogue, who rode on a gigantic Dragon called Motherglare. By doing so, the titanic Dragon's body crashed towards the gate, and destroyed parts of it…

…Finally, it was over. Though my body was bruised and bloodied, the battle was won.

After the gate was destroyed, the seven Dragons which entered it started vanishing; their bodies were returning to their original timeline. Even Rogue-the villain was disappearing. I bid farewell to Old-man Atlas Flame, who was an acquaintance of my father Igneel. Without his help and his flames-which were tasty by the way, I couldn't have defeated that evil Dragonslayer.

The mages of Fiore were celebrating. After all, because of my heroic deed, the second War between Dragons and Humans was halted. As my allies rushed towards me, I couldn't help but feel a bit of sadness in my heart.

I was supposed to be a Dragon Slayer, but I couldn't even kill a single Dragon despite my strength. I was supposed to be strong, but I felt powerless when I faced that gigantic monster. I felt as if I've failed Igneel; I have no right to be called a Dragon Slayer. Even with the tremendous cheering of my comrades, I felt empty.

Lucy and Wendy came over, and my blonde teammate gave me a quick hug. Happy-was insanely happy after I won, and Gray-the naked pervert, gave me a pat on the back. Seriously, I hated having a stripping pervert as a rival, but I guess after seeing him alive, I couldn't help but think that no other guy was worthy of being called my rival. Erza walked towards me while limping, but she had wounds all over her body. I rushed over to check on her injuries, and realized the pain and fatigue that my body carried. I stumbled, but she caught me. My face landed on something really soft.

"You did it again, Natsu… But why do you always pick on the strongest ones?" She asked chuckling, as I struggled under her hold. Erza, I'm glad you're not in your armor… Your woman parts are really soft and all, but-

"Gugh… hugh… C..can't b…reathe…." I managed. Are your trying to kill me, Erza-sama?!

It happened then.

GUOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

A loud roar echoed from the broken gate…

My comrades backed off immediately, cautious of Eclipse. Erza let go of my still numb body, and I met the solid flooring…

BANG!

Yeah, thanks Erza. You're a really good friend.

I took a glance at the broken gateway, and I froze for a second.

It looked far away, but a gigantic, red scaly thing was slithering on the other side of Eclipse, the gateway giving off an ominous vibe. By gigantic, I mean 200 meters big-I figured the height of the being because of my inhuman eyesight, but the thing that completely took me was the large scaly head-with a mouth which could've swallowed ten men whole, and amber eyes which had an apathetic look.

It was a Dragon-a large red Dragon…

The cogs in my brain started turning, and only one thing was on my mind-Igneel.

However, it wasn't Igneel. I knew, because: one-the Dragon didn't carry the same type of warmth and regality that Igneel carried with him. Igneel gave off a feeling that he was far superior to everyone; however, Igneel was also kind, and gentle. This Dragon gave off a feeling of empathy, and nothingness.

And two-as I mentioned before, that Dragon was insanely huge. By estimation, he must be four times bigger than Igneel.

I summoned my flames, and they responded by coating my arms with fire-Hell fire. The flames which I consumed moments ago were still burning within me, and if this Dragon threatens my allies, I would definitely fight back with what's left of my strength.

However, the Dragon didn't look like it was interested in fighting, or even going out of the gate. I stood there, dumbfounded, until the fatigue finally caught up to my body. I stumbled forward towards the gate, but caught myself just as I would've entered it. My flames dispersed as if sensing my tiredness.

The Dragon-It felt as if it was calling for me. It feels as if it was drawn here due to the other Dragons, but when I looked at the space it was in, I couldn't help but feel confused. The red Dragon seemed as if it was flying in this endless void, which was littered with debris and giant rocks. It looked just like outer space, or I think it did, from the descriptions in the stories. I haven't been there yet, but looking through this gateway, it feels as if this was it.

Behind me, I heard a stuttering voice which I was familiar with.

"I-I-It can't be! I-Is t-that Great Red?!" When I looked back, our guild master-Makarov Dreyar was struggling to form words.

"Natsu, get away!" Erza shouted. However-

GUOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

The Dragon roared again, and completely caught me by surprise. I lost the feeling in my legs, and I fell into the gate. I felt something grab me from behind, and saw the master's magically stretched hand taking hold of my body. But it wasn't enough-a force behind the gate was pulling me in, and it didn't seem like gramp's strength could stop it from taking me. A magic of some sort was sucking in everything near the gate, and unluckily, I was closest to it.

"Everyone! Help!" Lucy and Gray grabbed hold of gramp's tiny body, and helped him pull me out. At that instance, everyone started grabbing whatever body part which was connected to that gigantic hand they could reach, in order to bring me out. I saw a lot of my friends crying for my sake, however, it was impossible.

"Destroy the gate!" Princess Hisui ordered, and I felt the earth shaking from the variety of magic attacks which were aimed at the gigantic doorway. It should've stopped functioning, but somehow, it still worked.

Seriously guys, I'm happy that you're trying-but it's useless. My body slowly inched closer instead of being brought away from the mysterious portal. Inside, the giant Dragon was closing in, and I felt the pull from within growing stronger. My scarf was starting to choke me.

GUOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

With that final roar, the shockwave blew away the mages from this side. Gramp's grip weakened, and I was drawn inside. Just as I entered the gate, someone grabbed hold of my hand. Her scarlet hair was glistening due to the ominous light which was coming from the other side.

"Erza, let go! Or it'll take us both!" I shouted at her. I couldn't take another one of my allies, because I was afraid leading her to death with me.

"No! I won't let go!" She declared with resolution. She was grabbing onto a sword which was impaled on the ground, but even then, I saw her grip on the sword loosening.

I made my choice. I didn't know what would happen once I got inside, so I gambled with my life on the line. I gazed at Erza's brown eyes, and showed a smile to assure her everything would be okay.

"Promise me that everyone will be alright…" my eyes were tearing up. She too, was crying on my behalf.

"Y-Yes, I promise-so please, let's go home together…" Even then, I steeled myself as I did what I had to. The force behind the gate was starting to pull the other mages inside, and I doubted they could stop the pull from getting them. Debris and broken materials were sucked in; time was running short.

"I've got a plan, Erza… Trust me, okay? Now let go!" I ordered, but she stubbornly refused. The wizards from our side were panicking. In the corner of my eyes, I saw helmets and shields flying towards that gate. I thought I even saw underwear, but right now, it wasn't important. I released a long sigh.

Man, I was going to regret this.

"If I live, I promise-I will find a way back." With that said, I ignited my hands, and the mighty Titania completely let go of me. She screamed as I fell into the void.

"Natsuuuuuu!" She called. They all screamed my name, but I was resolute.

"Goodbye…" I whispered sadly.

I let the flow carry me in, and I saw the crumbling gate which connected both worlds. It seemed my plan would work after all.

"Second Origin: Release! Mode: Lightning Flame Dragon Slayer!" With those two cries, the force which erupted from me shook the foundation of the gate from this side. I prepared my stance even as I was falling towards the gigantic Dragon.

"Lightning Flame Dragon's Crushing Fang!" I challenged the pulling force, and willed my body to go back from where I came from. As soon as I reached the gate, the shocked faces of my allies were shown to me. Guilt overtook my feelings.

"I'm sorry, everyone. I'm going to destroy the gate from this side… so you guys destroy the one on your side! I shouted. Even though they were tear-stricken, they understood me.

"Lightning Flame Dragon's Firing Hammer!" I struck with my arm, which was imbued by lightning and fire. The ruined gate shook, but it wasn't enough. I released more power from my body.

"Dragonslayer Secret Art…" I let loose a barrage of my most powerful punches to weaken the gate.

"Crimson Lotus: Lightning Flame Dragon's Iron Fist!" The impact of my last punch pushed me back. The gate was shaking wildly, and I unleashed my final strike.

"Crimson Lotus: Exploding Lightning Blade!" I gathered the last of my strength, and called forth even the Hellish flames I had recently gained. I concentrated my all of my power, and as I swiped both arms while turning around, torrents of lightning and hellfire assaulted the metallic structure, before it finally gave in and collapsed.

From the mages side, the structure crumbled due to their combined attacks, and the remnants of the gate were sucked into the portal, and vanished, with me in it.

Even then, I thought that it was the last time I was going to see them…

I thought it was the very last time I would see the color red again…

After that, I heard the roar once more, completely forgetting about the Dragon until now, I closed my eyes, and waited for it to swallow me…

Minutes passed by, and my body still felt as if it was being pulled.

Moments went on, and I was still falling…

When I opened my eyes, the vast space was gone-

Completely replaced by a dark, starry canvas- the midnight sky…

And I saw her-a girl with crimson hair, similar to someone I knew…

Black, leathery wings allowed her to fly, and she was rushing towards me, trying to reach my falling body.

Her blue eyes were outstanding… I closed my eyes after finally seeing something beautiful within this terrifying nightmare…

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…wake…

…up…

Wake…up…

"Wake up! Wake up! If you don't wake up…I'm going to… Kiss you!" I forced my eyes open.

The annoying voice of a girl kept repeating the same line over and over again. I rubbed my tired eyes, and took in the view. I brought my upper body up, and looked around.

I was in a foreign room. An open window was situated beside the bed I was in. Odd things littered the disorderly room, but I felt cozy, due to the fact that my house was also untidy and disorderly. A big flat black thing with a screen was standing on top of a near table-it was pretty similar to the viewing lacrimas in Magnolia, but it had a more solid look to it. Different magazines with naked girls on the cover were scattered everywhere. Likewise, the walls were plastered by pictures of curvaceous and semi-nude women. Aside from those, everything seemed normal.

"Wake up! Wake up! If you don't wake up…I'm going to… Kiss you!" I looked for the source of the female voice, but instead, I found a small, time-telling device-an alarm clock. I grabbed it with my hand, and turned it over, trying to see how a girl's voice magically appeared from it. A screen was showing a picture of a moving girl on it.

"Oh-you're awake. Neat alarm clock, right?" I looked at the doorway, and saw a teenage boy, probably my age, leaning on the door frame with his hands crossed, and a displeased look written on his face. He had unkempt, short brown hair, brown eyes and in my opinion, a very perverted looking face.

"Where am I?! Who the hell are you?! What is this mysterious device which keeps shouting?!" I threw the alarm on the ground, however-

The guy dived for it, and caught it with his hands.

"Hey! What the hell man?! Don't go throwing other people's stuff…" He cradled the object in his arms and started crying.

"Did he hurt you? It's alright, I'm right here…" What the hell was up with this guy? He's treating that object as if it was important. I saw him glaring at me.

"Now-get the hell off my bed! I keep wishing for girls to sleep with me, and instead, I get a guy!" He shouted. I slowly got up, and noticed that I was completely naked. The rude boy covered his eyes when he saw my man parts.

"Gaaaah! C-C-Cover yourself, dammit! I want oppai, not your tea twig!" He kept screaming like a girl. I shrugged, and used the blankets on the bed to cover myself up. Finally, the jerk settled down and took his hands of his face. He breathed in to compose himself, and started mumbling.

"Man, if only that beautiful Onee-sama didn't ask me to, I would've left you to rot… Fucking good-looking guy… I hate good-looking guys…" I caught every word which he was muttering. He looked at me again, and pointed to a table drawer.

"There's a note for you there. I placed some spare clothes for you to wear on the chair with your scarf… After you're done changing, get out! Got it?!" With that, he walked out and slammed the door. I, on the other hand, was entirely confused.

I paced back and forth, and after some thinking, decided to put on some clothes. I still had no idea where I was, and my only lead to getting back was the red haired girl I saw. After changing, I checked myself out on a nearby mirror. The black shirt and blue jeans which the jerk prepared fitted perfectly. I found a pair of rubber slippers and slid my feet on them. Finally, I secured my battered scarf properly around my neck.

"Good. Now, what do I do?" I was honestly amazed with myself, because I managed to keep myself from panicking. Well, I did learn that if I was in an unknown situation, I should keep my head cool and think…

…Thinking wasn't my forte, so the next thing I did was punch the nearby table, destroying it in the process, to vent out my feelings…

"Fuuuuuuuuuuuck! Where the hell aaaaaaaaaam IIIIIIIIIIIIII" I grabbed my head- and then, started panicking. I'm in serious trouble. I looked out of the window, and saw houses lined up next to each other. A paved road separated this side from the other, and trees were planted near gateways. Judging from the landscape, I wasn't in Crocus anymore.

Oh yeah! I remembered the note, and went to the destroyed table. The contents in the drawer spilled, and I saw more pictures of nude women, but I disregarded them for now. I found a sealed envelope and turned it over. I read the address-

"To the cute, pink haired boy…" I narrowed my eyes, and tore it open. Seeing as I was the only pink haired guy in the room, I guess this was the note for me. Inside was a map. I stared at it closely, and found a section with a large X mark on it. An arrow was pointing over to it, with words stating "go here as soon as you can.". I folded the map and jumped outside through the window.

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"Kuoh Academy, huh…" I stared at the sign in front of me.

This must be it then…

After walking for a few minutes, I reached an area enclosed by a brick wall. A wide gate was the only means of entering it-if I make jumping over an exception, and seeing as there were no guards, I simply walked inside. A lot of people my age were walking around, dressed in the same clothing. The girls wore white long-sleeved, button-down shirts with a black ribbon on the collar, complete with black shoulder capes and matching button-down corsets, and finally, magenta skirts with white accents. The boys, on the other hand, wore black blazers with white accents, while some only had white, long-sleeved dress shirts with a black ribbon on the collar… The males similarly wore matching black pants, and brown dress shoes.

What the hell? Is this a training camp for the army? A lot of people were giving me weird looks-well, seeing as I totally stood out due to my clothing, I couldn't blame them. I brushed off their stares and continued walking towards my destination.

I reached the area marked on the map. It was an old building, battered and worn out compared to the rest. I was completely alert, due to the weird atmosphere the building was giving off. I slowly approached the door with caution.

I knocked thrice.

…No answer.

I hammered the door even harder.

…Still no answer.

"Shit." I did the best logical thing on my head. I punched the door, expecting it to be made of magical material…

…It broke. Before the wooden frame fell back, the door snapped in half. Behind it, I saw a short girl with medium length white hair and hazel colored eyes. She wore the same thing as the girls I passed by, save for the cape, and her face was unnaturally expressionless.

"…Buchou is going to be mad."

She beckoned me to follow her, and I was led towards a room with weird symbols on the door. The little girl knocked, and opened the door to let me in. Before I went inside, I managed to see the sign, which read- "Occult Research Club."

The inside was quite nice-the floor was paneled with wood, and several comfortable looking couches and chairs were positioned beside the walls. On one side, a curtain obstructed something, and the sound of rushing water could be heard from inside. Painted on the floor was another symbol of sorts. A table was positioned in front of a nearby window, and on the desk were stacks of paper.

"…I have brought the guest." The little girl spoke to the other side of the curtained area. The gushing water stopped, and after a few moments, a beautiful girl stepped out.

Her black hair-which was still wet, was put up in a long ponytail, which nearly reached the floor. Her clothing consisted of the same material as the little girl, but she, like the females I passed by, was already wearing a cape. She placed a hand on her mouth, as her purple eyes focused at me.

"Ara, ara… He's quite cute…" …Hmm? Is she talking about me?

"…Is buchou present?"

"She left a while ago… Something about taking care of the necessary paperwork for his transfer..."

"…I see. Then, I shall go now… The door needs to be fixed." The little girl bowed politely, and quickly glared at me, before excusing herself outside.

I was alone with the other lady.

The black haired girl smiled while walking over to me. She stopped and looked at me from head to toe. She was pretty tall, seeing as I was only a few inches taller than her, and she kept emitting a mysterious aura, which kept me on guard.

"Is there a problem?" I asked while scratching my head. Her purple eyes fixed themselves back at mine.

"Ufufu. You need to change into your school uniform… Classes are starting, you know?"

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After being forced to take a shower, I stepped out of the bathroom and put on the clothes prepared for me. It was the same thing the guys I passed by wore. Is this an infiltration mission? Am I supposed to go in as one of them?

I left the coat and dress shirt unbuttoned; exposing the black shirt I wore underneath, because it was pretty stuffy. I formed my hair into spikes, and after finishing, I secured my scarf and sat on one of the couches. The pretty girl carried a tray filled with delicious looking food. The aroma which came from the plates made my stomach grumble. Speaking of which, I haven't had breakfast yet…

"Ara, ara. It looks like you're hungry." Her smile was starting to scare me now. I shook my head, but my stomach betrayed my thoughts. She giggled.

"Ufufu, no need to be shy. Please, dig in. I just prepared this just now, you know?" She had a sympathetic look, which said "can it be that my cooking is not edible?" It was enough to drive me into guilt, so I picked up a bowl of rice. However, there were no eating utensils in sight… Guess I'll use my hands then.

"Um… I'm eating then…" I muttered as she handed me a pair of sticks. I raised my eyebrows.

"What's this?" I asked.

"They're chopsticks. Don't you know how to use them?"

"…N-No."

"Ufufu, seems like I'll have to show you then." She handled the chopsticks, and picked up a piece of saucy meat with it. She guided the food towards my mouth.

"…Say Ahh.." I crossed my arms and turned to the side.

Fuck, I'm not a child! I took a quick look at her, and she was frowning.

"…Ahh…" I hesitated, but once I opened my mouth, the piece of meat entered my mouth.

I was jolted as the taste of the food hit my tongue. The meat was well done, and covered with a rich sweet and sour sauce which made my mouth water.

"Hmm… It's good!" I said after swallowing, earning a smile from the girl.

"Is it? I'm glad…" And with that, the food kept coming-more like, she kept feeding me like a baby…

But hey, I wasn't complaining now! It's either this or I use my hands, and they'd get stocky… Besides, if I think of it as service worthy of a hero, then its fine, isn't it?

One by one, the plates were cleared of food. I patted my belly in satisfaction, as the girl offered me tea.

"I'm Akeno, by the way. Himejima Akeno… A third year at Kuoh Academy." She introduced herself with a bow. I rubbed my chin, and decided to return the formality.

"Uhh… Natsu Dragneel. Nice to meet you!" I replied with a smile. If this kind lady offered me something to eat, I guess I can trust her-for now. Wait-she didn't put poison in the food, right?

Seeing my worried look, she chuckled, as if reading my thoughts.

"Ara, ara… I didn't put poison in it." She stated with a weird expression. She cleared the table and walked away, before returning a few seconds later for the teacup, which I emptied.

"Natsu Dragneel… What a unique name. Tell me, where are you from?" She inquired.

"I'm a Fairy Tail mage, from-" Just then, the door opened.

"Hmm… I see you're getting along quite well." My gaze was met by electric, blue eyes. Another girl had entered the room, and she had the same uniform that Akeno was wearing. What took my attention was her crimson hair, and I remembered seeing her just before I ended up in that rude guy's room.

"Ahh… It's you!" I pointed a shaky finger at her, who simply smiled. She walked over towards me, and crossed her arms. I was vaguely aware of her insanely big chest, and when I looked over at Akeno, I noticed that she too had a big chest. Well, I was used to enormous breasts, so I didn't think about it any further.

"It seems like you're fine. I'm glad… You fell from the sky, you know? I didn't know what to do, so I asked a passerby to carry you to his house with my instructions…" She muttered. Normally, when people fall from the sky, ordinary people weren't this calm, so I figured that these people were anything but ordinary. And by passerby-did she mean the rude boy from before?

"Hey lady, where is this place?" I asked rudely. My patience was wearing thin, and I wanted answers, dammit!

"Now, now… I think introductions are needed first. You already know Akeno, am I right?" Beside her, the black haired girl was waving her hand. I nodded, and introduced myself again.

"I'm Natsu Dragneel. The mage guild Fairy Tail's Salamander, and a Fire Dragonslayer." I stated proudly, which shocked both women.

"Mage guild… Dragon slayer?" Akeno whispered, disbelieving my words.

"You're a magician? And a Dragon slayer at that… This is bad…" The redhead mumbled while putting a hand under her chin. I raised my eyebrows.

"What do you mean?"

"First of all, please tell me about yourself, Natsu Dragneel…"

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I told them everything-Fairy Tail, Igneel, my guild mates, my quests and the things that I did until I faced off against those Dragons and got myself swallowed by the mysterious gate. While I talked, I was saddened by the fact that my nakama weren't with me, and I wondered what they were doing right now. I couldn't stop worrying, even after I finished my story. It was a miracle that I held my patience up to this point-If it was the me from the past, I would've started destroying things in order to get answers. It seems that I've matured-a little.

"-After that, I saw a gigantic, red Dragon, but it wasn't Igneel. I got inside the portal in order to destroy it from the inside-which was pretty idiotic, even for me. After the gate was destroyed, I ended up here." I finished with a sigh. By the time I ended my story, an hour had already passed-the sun was nearly at its hottest, and the coat I was wearing was getting extremely uncomfortable. The crimson haired girl broke her third teacup, and Akeno was covering her mouth.

"…Right." The redhead managed after a long time. She was actually quite nice-she didn't interrupt me nor ask any questions as I was speaking, and so did her black haired companion.

"Okay… Now, bring me back!" I yelled. The girl in front of me placed her hand on her forehead, as if disbelieving my story.

"I can't do that… I don't even know what you're talking about. Fiore, Magnolia, Crocus, Tenrou? …I'm sorry to say, but I don't know any of those places. The world you're from is full of fantasies…" She stated as if I was crazy.

"W..W-What? I'm telling the truth! AAGH, it's no use… I'm just wasting my time here…" I reached my limit and stood up furiously. Just as I started walking, a hand attached itself on my arm, and stopped me. I looked back, and saw the redhead facing me with eyes full of seriousness.

"I'm not doubting your story, but I can only come up with one conclusion-" She looked towards Akeno, who nodded.

"-You're from another world." She finished. I laughed at her preposterous idea.

"Hahaha, yeah right… So what are you-aliens?" I stared at her with disbelieving eyes… She was the one who was crazy.

"Actually, from our perspective, you are the alien, Natsu-kun." The black haired lady replied. The other girl continued after a minute.

"It's improbable, but not entirely impossible… You saw a titanic red Dragon right?" She asked. Just then, I remembered what gramps muttered just before I fell in.

"…Yeah. I recall gramps saying something like-G-Greet Red…?" Both of the girls wore puzzled expressions.

"Great Red?" Akeno asked, shocked.

"Ahh, yes…" I confirmed.

"Then, my theory seems right… I need to tell Onii-sama about this…" the redhead mumbled to herself after letting go of my arm.

What was I supposed to do know? From the flow of this conversation, it seems like these girls were as clueless as I was… I can't go home soon, can I?

"Where am I, anyway?" I finally asked. Akeno answered for me.

"Kuoh Academy. To be more precise- you're in Japan. It's on a continent called Asia, which is the largest in our world-the Earth."

"…?"

A dozen question marks floated inside my head.

"…What?" I managed after some time.

"That's not important right now… Natsu Dragneel-"

"Yes?"

"I'm not sure how to send you back, but I'll try to find a way. I promise, but-" She paused for a while, and after considering something, she continued.

"I'm positive you should stay here for a while. Go and act as a student of this academy while I try to find answers…" Act as a student? What am I supposed to do?

After much thought, I asked.

"Why are you helping me?"

"…You are not from this world, correct? Something bad might occur if you stay here… Besides, as a Gremory, it's only natural for me to help a cute boy, even if he's a stranger. That, and I feel a nice vibe from you…" She signaled to Akeno, who nodded, and grabbed my arm.

"Let's go, Natsu-kun… Second period is already starting." I was dragged outside the clubroom, but I took a look back.

"Who are you?"

"I am Rias. Rias Gremory… a Devil…"

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Immediately after getting out of the room, Akeno stopped me.

"Ara, ara… I forgot your things."

"My things?"

"The things you need for school… Please wait a moment." She hurried back towards the room. While Akeno took whatever things she mentioned, I was pondering on something.

I thought about what the girl-Rias had mentioned before I left-

-Devil…

Was she joking? I shook my head and forced a chuckle…

"Yeah right, and I'm a Magician…"

…Hmm. Wait a second-Technically, I am a magician… but I'm not one of those phonies who showed extravagant tricks like pulling a rabbit from within a hat, and other stuff… I need to work on my comeback lines…

Inside the room, I could hear both girls discussing something. I leaned closer towards the door, and used my sharp hearing to, well, eavesdrop-what else? Something fishy was going on…

"-So, you didn't turn him into your slave? How come he understands us perfectly? He's not Japanese, right?" I distinguished Akeno's elegant voice from inside.

"No, not yet… I simply cast a low level spell on him, similar to the Devil's universal translator… He shouldn't have any trouble understanding our language…I still have some doubt though, and besides, I already have an idea who to turn into my pawn…"

"Why not make him into a rook, a knight, or a-"

"I can't; he'll consume two pieces-so it's only possible with a pawn…"

"Then, why not use a pawn piece-"

"If I do that, I won't be able to turn the other one into my slave-"

"You mean…?"

"Yes… I checked, and if I use it on him, he'll consume all eight pieces… I still need to check which one is a better trade…"

…What the hell were they talking about? A pond, hook… night… are they talking about fishing…? And me-a slave? Hell no! No way I'm going to become someone's slave!

Akeno continued the discussion.

"…He's strong, huh? My skin shivers from the power I feel whenever I'm near him… I don't know about the other boy, but-"

"I know, Akeno… If Hyoudou Issei isn't worth much, I'll definitely take him…"

A moment of silence… After a while-

"I'll be going then…"

"Tell Natsu Dragneel to keep an eye on him… They'll be classmates after all."

"Yes, buchou."

I heard the sound of shifting footsteps, and quickly walked back to my previous position as discreetly as possible, so that I wouldn't be accused of eavesdropping. This was by far the smartest idea I've had all day…

I put on an innocent face, and after Akeno stepped out of the room, I smiled.

"I'm sorry for taking a while."

"It's fine. Can we go now?"

She handed me a sling bag, which I opened to see several notebooks and things that looked like writing materials from inside.

"You're going to need that in class."

The sunlight was dazzling; I covered my eyes as my sight focused on the surroundings. The people in uniforms were now inside the buildings, I suppose-seeing that the grounds were completely empty.

"Akeno, what am I supposed to do now?"

"Ufufu… You're going to attend classes like a regular student."

"Yeah, I got that, but what I mean is-what does a student do?"

Akeno tilted her head in a cute way, and placed a hand on her cheek while we walked.

"Ara, ara…You'll find out. Just blend in with the others…"

"Is this an infiltration mission?"

"Yes, you can think of it that way."

I'm gonna be a ninja! Blending in with the surroundings is my specialty-sort of…

We walked towards the direction of a huge, freshly painted building, and climbed several sets of stairs once we got inside. I saw students in uniforms passing as by, and received really weird looks from them.

"Himejima Onee-sama! You're as beautiful as always." A girl greeted, but Akeno kept her pace, and simply waved at her, who seemed to have received weak knees.

"Who's that guy beside Onee-sama…? It's not her boyfriend, isn't he?" Her other female companion asked. Obviously, she was referring to me, who was scowling back at her.

"N-No way! Himejima Onee-sama dislikes men. That boy's cute, but he looks like a delinquent…"

"Maybe he's Onee-sama's plaything?" The last two comments were delivered in whispers, but I heard them perfectly.

Who's the plaything, you bastards?! I nearly lost my temper, but Akeno stopped walking and faced a door. She knocked three times, and then turned to look at me.

"Please behave yourself in class, all right?" She buttoned up my shirt and fixed my collar. Just then, the door opened, and a middle aged man appeared from inside.

"May I help you, Himejima-san?"

"Excuse me sensei, but I have brought the transferee with me."

The man nodded, and went back inside without closing the door, and gave instructions to his students, who were gaping as they looked in our direction. Whispers broke out again, and for the third time this day, people were giving me weird looks.

"Akeno, can I beat up anyone who picks a fight with me?" I stated loudly, so that they would hear me.

"D-Did, you hear that?! That punk casually called our Onee-sama by her name!" the males started conversing.

"Die!"

Akeno's usually smiling face turned into a slight frown.

"Ara, ara… Natsu-kun, it's alright for you to call me by name during private times, but-" I fixed my eyes on her.

"-I would prefer it if you refer to me as Akeno-senpai, or Akeno-san when there are other people around, got it?" She pinched my cheek while she lectured me.

Did I do something wrong? I took a quick peek inside, and found majority of the male students giving me murderous glares.

"Geez,.. fine."

Akeno-san nodded and bowed to the sensei.

"I'll be going then. I'll send someone to pick you up if buchou needs you…"

"Okay…"

"And Natsu-kun, can I ask you to please watch over someone named Hyoudou Issei-kun? I'll treat you to food if you do so…" She whispered.

Food…? Fine I guess…

Akeno…-san left after that. Sensei beckoned me to come inside.

---

"Now class, it might be sudden, but we have a new student. Please introduce yourself." Sensei gestured to me.

Introduce myself? Should I tell them about my abilities and background then? Or should I go with the lie Akeno-san told me to?

Fuck, this is an infiltration mission, right? I should tell them the lie then.

"I'm Natsu Dragneel, a transfer student-" just then, my eyes wandered to a certain guy who was letting out a serious killing intent towards me. His glare held animosity, as if he were wishing for me to die.

I stopped my introductions and pointed a finger at the guy, who had messy brown hair, an open coat with a red shirt underneath, and an extremely pissed and teary face.

"You're the guy from before!" I shouted, as everyone looked towards him.

"I could say the same to you, you bastard!" He replied after standing up.

"You know Hyoudou?!"

"Do you know this pervert, Dragneel-kun?" A girl asked.

"Did he do something to you?" Another girl asked.

"Shut the fuck up and leave this talk to men!" The girls started throwing all sorts of things at the guy, who was simply shaking.

"First, you steal my bed… Then, you steal one of our school's idols, what are you going to steal next, you bastard?!"

The guy cried on the spot.

"Everyone, please be quiet. Hyoudou Issei-kun… I will not tolerate your rude behavior towards our new student." The guy sat down afterwards, but he was still sobbing.

Wait-he's Hyoudou Issei?! I'm supposed to watch over a guy like that?! So, he's my target, huh…

Well, since Akeno-san promised me food, I guess I could…

"Natsu Dragneel-kun, please take an empty seat… Now class, we will begin our lesson."

When the sensei said the word "lesson", I couldn't stop getting chills. I had a really bad premonition about all of these.

---

"Yeah! It's finally done!" I cried after the last morning class. It was already noon break, and everyone had started to take out their lunch boxes…

Fuck! What the hell?! This place is a killing field I tell you! It's like Erza teaching me all over again! I wannaaa go home~~

"Why is this happening to me~…?" I brought my face to the table in front of me, and silently sobbed. Fuuuck… I hate school…

Mathematics… Economics… History, Science…?! Why do I have to suffer this torture…? It was a miracle I understood English and Japanese… Wait, why did I understand them?

"I'm definitely skipping class after this…"

Behind me, Hyoudou Issei and two other guys were gathered, and engaged in a heated discussion.

"Hey, Issei… I found a neat spot behind the Kendo clubroom…" A bald headed boy started.

"…W-What do you mean, Motohama?!"

"It's a peeping hole… A peeping hole…"

Issei had a strong look. He slammed the table, which gained the attention of the rest of the class.

"What the heck are we still doing here then? Let's go!"

I sighed. I could hear vague murmuring around me, but I caught the word "pervert" several times.

"Hey-you three." I called over.

"What do you want, Dragneel?!" Hyoudou Issei snarled.

"Came to make fun of us, you damned popular guy?!" Baldy asked rudely… Was I popular?

I composed myself- after all, I could finish these guys off with relative ease.

"I wouldn't peek if I were you… the last time I did that, I nearly got stabbed by a sword." The three cautiously went closer to me.

"Y-You, also peek?" Issei asked, disbelieving me.

"I only did it for revenge-and to kill time…" Which was clearly a mistake… Erza nearly killed me instead…

One of them came forward-it was a geeky boy with glasses. He fixed his glasses and whispered so that only the four of us could hear. If I recalled correctly, this guy was Motohama-he was quite participative in class.

"So, are you a pervert like us, Dragneel-kun?"

"By pervert, what do you mean?" Hey, I'm not really fond of ogling women's body parts, but it still excites me to see a naked woman-after all, I'm still a guy, but I was curious to how perverted these guys could really be. His companion chuckled before replying.

"Pervert-we are the embodiment of lust and carnal pleasures!" Matsuda, the bald one answered. Beside him, Issei was nodding.

"We peek, in order to fulfill women's desire to get attention! What is the purpose of having big breasts and wide hips if nobody appreciates it?!" Issei declared with tear strung eyes.

"Clearly, you wouldn't understand the grief we unpopular guys feel… A guy like you gets to hang out with cute girls, while we are left at the side to rot… How harsh this world is…!" Motohama cried.

"I merely wish, that all girls would look at us as if weren't trash…" Matsuda wiped his tears.

Man, these guys were pitiful. However, I felt their anguish, and because I was a nice guy, I actually sympathized with them.

"He~y, Dragneel-kun. I wouldn't hang out with the Perverted Trio if I was you- you might get infected by their stupidity and perversion…" A girl with glasses yelled.

"Hey, Perverted Trio! Don't try anything with Dragneel-san!"

"Stay away, from him, you damned cockroaches!"

The girls in the class started chucking different things at the crying boys. The classroom became a one-sided battleground, because the rest of the guys had already left to escape the carnage. I dodged stray bullets: books, lunchboxes-hey wait, was that a steak? You people are wasting good food, dammit…! I haven't had lunch yet too…

"Yes, hit us… we don't care…" Matsuda muttered sadly, his knees falling to the ground.

"Being perverted… isn't even a crime…" Motohama sobbed, completely giving up. If you ask me though, it is a crime…

However, Issei, stood firm. He faced the girls with resolution, and declared in a proud voice.

"You might break our bodies…" His eyes gained a sharp look which impressed me. The girls momentarily froze for a second.

"But you will never shatter our hopes and dreams! Being perverted is our nature-our creed! It is forever carved in our hearts, and engraved in our souls! You will never understand, and so, you will never be able to take it away from us!" Beside him, Matsuda and Motohama nodded, still teary eyed.

And the girls-

"Die! Pervert!"

"Go to Hell!"

"Dragneel-k~un… Don't go near them."

Issei was shaking, but he was on a roll. He clenched his fist, and placed it on his chest.

"The naked body-that is our dream… We wish to see, to smell… but most of all… to touch it, and even taste! We live because of that dream, and I swear on my grave, that I will never die-no, not until I am able to feel a hundred-no, a million girls, with these very hands! I will never die until I become-a Harem King!"

"…."

A stray frying pan came out of nowhere and flew towards his head, knocking him out in the process… It was followed by insults and shouts from the opposing girls.

"Die! Pervert!"

"Go to Hell!"

Geez… really mate…? You almost looked cool for a moment, you know? But still, I'm impressed.

Sigh… I'm not Erza, but it seems that I have to put an end to this madness.

"Uh-oh…" In the corner of my eye, I saw the glasses girl aiming a slingshot at the fallen Issei. Another girl was creeping closer with a wooden sword in hand.

Sigh… I hope I won't regret saving these jerks.

Glasses-girl released her ammunition, and her brethren cheered. The perverted trio had fear-induced expressions on their faces, especially the brunette, who was the target of the rock.

"Yes!"

"Hit him, Kiryuu!"

"No!"

"Issei!"

Issei closed his eyes, but before the stone hit him, I had already grabbed it with ease. The girls saw the action, and their mouths hung open. Matsuda and Motohama were giving me awestruck looks.

When Issei opened his eyes, he couldn't believe what he saw. I crushed the stone into pieces to get the attention of the class… This time, I simply had to intervene, or else I'd lose Akeno-san's treat.

"Hey, don't you think you've gone far enough…?" I muttered seriously. The girls eyed me warily.

"They're your classmates, aren't they? How long have you guys been together? Don't you think you're mistreating these guys way too much?!"

"They're perverts, Natsu-kun!"

"The enemy of all women!"

"Why are you defending them?"

"They only seek attention… You guys know that, right?" I bit back.

"Lechers should die!"

"Yeah, what she said!"

At that very moment, the girl holding the wooden sword swung towards Issei's unguarded head…

I reacted quickly.

"Kyaah…!" The girl shouted. I raised my arm, and stopped the sword with my bare hand. The force of the attack didn't even hurt me…

Instead, it was the sword which snapped in half. The owner of the sword stared at the broken remains of her weapon, before she looked back at me.

"So… cool…"

I turned around, and faced the entire class…

"I'm not from around here, but I do want all of us to get along. These guys-they're human, like you… They live, they breathe, and they feel… In the end, were all the same…"

I slowly walked away towards the door, and got out, but not before saying-

"Treasure your allies while they're still here… You might wake up one day, only to find them gone. The people you've hurt, you might not be able to say what should've been said… and the guilt would haunt you forever…"

I closed the door behind me, and a stray teardrop fell from my right eye…

These guys were lucky… if only they knew what I had gone through…

"Fuck… I've gone and said something awesome again…" I wiped away the tear, and jumped out of a nearby window-I was pretty up high, but this height wouldn't kill me… luckily, no one saw me jumping, or else I'd be in trouble… I found a tree somewhere on the school grounds, and lay down under the shade.

A few minutes later, I heard someone approaching.

"Ara, ara…" I saw Akeno-san walking towards me, carrying something behind her.

"Ufufu… I saw everything, so don't ask…" I raised my eyebrows and stared at her. What did she mean?

"A little Oni told me what happened in class… Here." She handed me a lunch box, which I opened.

The heavy fragrance of meat and potatoes assaulted my nose. I dug in without second thoughts.

I handed her the bento after I finished. My fingers were sticky, because I ate with my bare hands.

"Thanks… I was really worried over lunch." I spoke honestly. Akeno-san, who was sitting beside me, reached for my wrists and wiped away the sauce from my hands using her handkerchief.

"Buchou was busy, so I came to check up on you. Thank you for watching over Hyoudou-kun… I was really impressed when you fought for his sake, you know?"

"Well, I can't just stand around and watch someone getting bullied, and-hey wait, you saw that?"

"Ufufu… I told you already- A little Oni told me what happened." Yeah, you're funny, Akeno-san.

"I think I should go now, Natsu-kun. Buchou needs my assistance over something, but someone will check on you from time to time… And don't worry-we'll definitely find a way to bring you back home. Just bear with the classes, okay?"

"I'd die if I spend another hour listening to a stupid teacher…"

"Ara, ara. You could always sleep if you want to, you know?"

…Hmm? I could do that?! Won't the teacher get offended or something? What a profound, but simple solution!

On the back of my mind, I went back in time and imagined myself sleeping while Erza lectured me… Erza would probably beat me to death if I did that. But if Lucy was the sensei, I'd get away with it… I mentally pictured my friends teaching me-Happy would talk about fish, Gray would merely bicker with me, Elfman would discuss something manly, Lisanna and Mira would both act like Erza, and gramps would teach me something perverted… My head started hurting after a while… Remembering those I've left behind, made me feel hollow inside.

"-However, it would be best of you listen… You could learn a lot of things about our culture. You might get stuck here for a really long time, you know?" Akeno-san's voice brought me back.

"He~y. Don't joke around, Akeno-san…"

"Ufufu… Well, I should be going now. Behave, all right? And please, continue watching over that guy…" She dusted her skirt and stood up.

"Natsu-kun…"

"Yes?"

"Akeno is fine if it's just us."

"The sensei said it's improper." A while ago, a teacher had taught us about etiquette, and that included addressing people older than you. From what I remember, she was my senpai, and I was a kouhai…

She shook her head with a smile, and started walking away.

"See you later~!"

-After a few minutes…

"Oi! Dragneel, you dog!" Someone called. I looked over and saw the Perverted Trio running towards me.

"You're getting along quite well with Himejima Onee-sama, aren't you?!" Matsuda stated.

"What's your relationship with her?" Motohama asked eagerly.

"I just met her today. Basically, she's a friend."

"Oh. Nice." Issei managed after a while.

"What do you guys want?" I inquired curiously.

They looked at each other, and grinned.

"We've decided…"

"You're a good guy, even though you're good-looking.."

-Were Matsuda and Motohama's respective replies. Issei placed a hand on my shoulder, and proclaimed-

"So we'll show you something!"

---

"Kyaah… it tickles…"

"Have you grown bigger again?"

I was looking inside a room filled with girls-who were changing… The most definite term for this would be peeking.

"What the hell am I supposed to see? The only things in here are girls changing…" I muttered. I turned away from the rather stimulating sight, and looked at the trio, who were shaking their heads in dismay.

"Naïve!" Motohama retorted sharply.

"Don't tell me a guy like you is too immature to understand the paradise in sight!" Was Matsuda's explanation.

"You must be too used to seeing naked girls if you have that reaction." Came Issei's opinion. The three looked at each other, and started crying.

"Fuck you, Natsu…!" They shouted simultaneously. Sigh, what the hell was wrong with these guys? I came here, expecting to see something interesting, but my expectations were shattered… These guys only had lecherous thoughts after all.

"Hey, I know what you're getting at, but honestly, I'm not really that interested in girls… Sure, naked women have an appeal to them, but if you get to see someone who strips and puts on a different armor in front of you every day, then surely, you'll get tired of it. And don't get me started with Gray-" I told them my thoughts. Yeah, I eventually got tired after having mixed bath experiences with Erza back then, and even in battle, I nearly always got to see her naked body whenever she requips. That was followed by Gray's stripping habit.

"Lucky punk…"

"Die!"

"I'm starting to regret meeting you."

The Perverted Trio were giving me hateful glares, which I shrugged off.

"Don't you have anything else to do besides peeking? Wanna spar with me?" I offered, but they crossed their arms and shook their heads.

"H-Hey, you're a monster!" Matsuda stated with a trembling voice.

"D-Don't you take Martial Arts c-classes?" Motohama's voice was cracking from nervousness. I looked at Issei, but he was frozen on the spot.

"W-Were f-f-friends, r-right?" He asked fearfully. Well, I guess I did show off in class, but I wasn't even using a bit of my magic power…

"Yeah… I guess so." I muttered and looked up. The shade from the tree was starting to disappear with the shifting of the sun.

"Why the hell are we peeking anyway?" I asked.

"Ufufu…"

"Hehehe…"

"You think we are merely peeking…? Wrong!"

"What do you mean?" I asked hesitantly.

"It seems you lack knowledge, Natsu-k~un…"

"We aren't simply looking at the semi-naked bodies of the girls!"

"We are… saving them in our memory…!"

…What? Saving them… in their memory?

-Memory Magic? Are these guys wizards?

"And when the time comes, we will use them for future references… Ufufu, with this in mind, I might be able to completely relieve myself later…" the bastards had a similar look on their faces.

"Ahh… Perverted Trio, converge!" Issei had an idea. The three of them huddled together, and motioned for me to stay farther… I could still hear their conversation though.

"I have a nasty idea…"

"W-What do you mean, C-Chairman Issei?"

"Let us make him into one of us!"

A moment of silence, and then…

Hush murmurs broke…

"T-That could be beneficial for us!"

"With a good-looking guy on our team, we might get even powerful-"

"-and he's strong as hell… Let's do it!"

"But how should we convince him?" They turned their faces toward me, and pondered.

Another moment of silence, and then, they nodded at each other.

"Let us teach him, the knowledge-of Oppai!" Issei shouted.

They scrambled together, and then-

Issei grabbed my shoulders, and declared in a resolute voice.

"We have decided, to pass our knowledge to the naïve you!"

"We'll help you adjust to Japan, because you're a foreigner, right? I'm surprised you speak fluent Japanese though…"

"And as a bonus-" They looked at each other, and smirked.

"We will teach you about girls!"

…Seriously? Man, I'm dubious whether I should have left these guys at the mercy of those girls' moments ago…

While I was speculating, a feminine voice broke out from my back… I looked at the owner of the voice, but I instantly regretted it.

"Perverted Trio, we have caught you red handed…again."

"There's no escape!"

"We, the Kendo club, sentence you to death!" Their eyes wandered-to me.

"Who might you be? Another member perhaps…?"

"But he doesn't t look like a pervert, captain."

"He's cute…"

"I heard a rumor about a transferee walking together with Akeno-san earlier… Pink hair and white scarf-this looks like him."

There were dozens of them, and they held authentic Katanas instead of wooden swords. It'd be easy, but I hate fighting girls. I turned towards my companions.

"Hey guys, their angry-"

The Perverted Trio were gone… I was the only one remaining on the scene.

"Fuck this… I'm killing those bastards later." I stood up, holding my hands up high in surrender, then-

I ran away, like a bitch…

---

"Why the hell did you guys leave me?! You never leave a comrade behind!"

After the last class of the day, I was scolding my new "friends"; a thing I only managed to do now, because of classes. As soon as the bell chimed, and the classes ended, I brought the Perverted Trio away from the classroom. They were sporting new looks by the way.

Motohama's glasses were broken, and his nose was bent in an odd angle. Matsuda's ears were bandaged, a tooth was missing from his mouth, and a large bump grew from his bald head. Issei looked worse: both of his eyes were black, his peach skin was sickly pale, and painted with bruises, and several bumps grew on his head and on every other part of his face.

The funny thing was-I wasn't the culprit behind these beatings.

"Hahaha, serves you right, you bastards!" I snickered after I took in their appearances. Issei was applying an ice pack to relieve his swollen cheek, while Motohama fixed his broken glasses to get a clear look at me.

"You don't even have a scratch on you…? And you were supposed to be the unlucky one…" Motohama checked. I puffed my chest and showed them a cocky grin.

"Of course… Nobody can beat me!" I proudly proclaimed. I hid the fact that I ran, though.

"…Probably used… charms… Incubus…" was Matsuda's opinion. I shrugged his thoughts off.

"What the hell happened to you guys, anyway? I thought you got away-"

"Yeah, we did… but-"

"They were smart… Kendo club girls sealed off every exit… it's a miracle we're alive…"

"And the girls in our class beat us up… they thought we coerced you into peeking…" Sigh, but you did, didn't you? I showed an evil sneer at them.

"Now, time for my revenge~" I whistled and raised my fist. The trio grew terrified expressions, and immediately bowed down in front of me.

"No! Spare us, Natsu-sama!"

"We promise not to do it again!"

"We'll give you the VIP seat next time too!"

I lowered my hand and smirked. Yes, fear me, you bastards. The students were looking at our direction, and I didn't want them to have a bad impression of me, so-

"Stand up, you guys. I look like an evil Last Boss…"

The four of us walked outside the building and headed towards the gate, but I felt alienated from them, because I couldn't understand what they talked about most of the time. It was oppai this and oppai that… Sickening…

Finally, when we reached the gate, Issei asked me about something I didn't think of earlier.

"Hey, Natsu. Where do you live?"

"….."

…Hmm. That's right, I have no place here in this world. The only home I have was back in Magnolia, but seeing as I wasn't returning until Rias Gremory and Akeno-san found a way, I was stuck here…

Man, what should I do know?

While I wasn't paying any attention, the three of them smiled at me.

"Hey, thanks for hanging out with losers like us. We really appreciate it, Natsu." Matsuda managed shyly.

"Yeah… No good looking guy has ever been this kind to us." Motohama offered his hand, which I shook.

"Ahh, yeah… You know my place, right? You can come by and hang out with me anytime… I've got lots of porno that might interest you…"

Man, you guys are kind… Wait, what…?

"…porno… you guys really are lecherous…" I shook my head, and just then, I felt a tug on my shirt. I looked to the side, and saw the little, white haired girl from before. Her expression was unchanged, but it feels like she wanted something from me.

"Senpai… Rias-buchou and Akeno-fukubuchou are asking for you." I wore a puzzled look, but she started dragging me by my scarf with inhuman strength. What the hell-how is it possible for a little girl to have this strength?! In front of me, my newfound friends were crying waterfalls…

"Nat~su, you bastard… Even Koneko-chan~" Matsuda lost the strength in his knees and crumbled…

"Rias…buchou…? It can't be…" Motohama seemed to calculate something, before he shouted-

"Die…! You jerk!"

Issei pointed a shaking finger at my body, which was still getting dragged by the girl.

"Y-You… Traitooooooor! Treasoooon! Perverted Trio, conveeeeerge!"

And just like that, they huddled together, still crying, as I was treated like a ragdoll, and brought to God knows where.

---

It was already nighttime, and I was sitting on a couch inside the Hyoudou Residence's living room. A pair of middle aged people-probably Issei's parents, were staring at me with shocked expressions. And like them, his son also had a similarly shocked look on his face.

"W…What is the meaning of this?" Issei asked.

Their reaction was a given… After all, I just asked them to let me live in this house.

---

FLASHBACK

"I see… so you managed to get his trust. I'm impressed." Were the first words of the Crimson haired girl-Rias Gremory, after I had reported my day's events.

I was once again inside the old school building, in the room where I had been before this morning. I looked around me, and noticed a new face which I didn't recognize.

"Ahh, I guess we should begin the introductions…" Rias nodded to the group, and gestured for them to introduce themselves.

The new guy bowed down politely and stepped forward. He was as tall as me, and looked to be of the same age. His blond hair was worn short, and he had sharp, grey eyes. A beauty mark under his left eye completed his bishounen look.

"I am Kiba Yuuto… It's a pleasure to meet you." He held out his hand, which I shook hesitantly. Next, the girl who dragged me spoke after putting down a platter with chocolate pudding.

"…Toujo Koneko…" was her mysterious statement. She fixed her hazel eyes at me, similar to the way Happy does when he's unsure of something.

"Ufufu… you already know me, right Natsu-kun?"

I nodded… It was Akeno-san who was speaking this time.

"Of course, Akeno-san."

"How were you're classes?" She asked.

"…Horrible…" was the only word to describe it. She chuckled while covering her mouth.

"Akeno…" came Rias' Gremory's warning. Akeno stifled her laughter and muttered an "I'm sorry."

The crimson haired girl looked at me with fascinated eyes, before reintroducing herself.

"Once again- I am Rias Gremory… A third year of Kouh Academy, daughter of the school Administrator, and the President of the Occult Research Club-as well as the master of these people." She gestured to the members, and I couldn't help but feel a weird vibe from her. So, she's a third year, huh? Then, she must be a senpai, like a Akeno-san. I need to keep my pride down and show my respect, seeing as these guys are my only ticket home.

Master…? I was in doubt, but Rias…-senpai cleared her throat.

"You don't need to mind these details for now, but think of us as your helpers… Besides, you've got no one to trust, right?"

She was right. I was facing a dead end, and these guys were my only lead back… But, something kept nagging me in the back of my head.

"Why are you guys involving yourselves with me though? I'm sure you're not ordinary people-I feel some kind of weird feeling when I go near you… If you guys trick me, I'm surely going to burn you all!" I declared. Yes, if this was all a plot for something evil, I'd have to fight these guys, even if Akeno-san treated me nicely.

Hearing my threat, Rias and the others smiled bitterly.

"Don't worry; were not trying to trick you. Besides-"

"You're pretty strong, Natsu-kun…You might be on buchou's level, or even higher."

"I could feel your power even from our classroom…you must be crazy strong."

"…I'd prefer we stay on the same team."

Were their replies. Yeah, I'm crazy strong! It's good that they know for a fact that they wouldn't beat me if they trick me.

"And yes, we aren't ordinary people… As I told you before, were Devils."

As if on cue, a pair of black, leathery wings sprouted from their backs, and immediately disappeared as soon as I confirmed them. I pulled my collar, a feeling of unease settling in my mind. I remembered our math instructor saying something like this earlier:

"Now, here's a story- once there was a student, who was having insanely bad luck. A devil appeared to him, and said these words:"

"Hey guy, could you spare me five minutes?"

"What the hell! Who're you?"

"Relax, relax… I'm here to offer you instant fame and fortune for free! No soul required-really…"

The student pondered for a while, then, the Devil-san continued.

"However, you need to answer one question about values education, or else-well, your soul is mine. So, what about it?"

The offer was enticing. Values Education? Hell, what would this jerk ask-something about helping an old woman cross the road?

"Fuck this… I'm game!" The student answered enthusiastically, unaware of the meaning behind the Devil-san's words.

"Okay… now, for your question…" The Devil paused, before saying.

"Given the function f(x,y)=x^(2)-4x^(2), what is the value of the directional derivative at the point P=(2,1), in the direction given by the angle Theta=(2*π)/(3)? Go!"

"Nooo!"

The student's last word echoed through the entire universe…

"Now, class-what is the lesson from the story?"

"-Never, ever trust Devils, all right? Okay, get a sheet of paper and solve the problem the Devil-san asked."

"….."

Yes… Never trust Devils… Aagh, my head started to hurt after remembering that problem… I obviously got a zero in class…

If these guys were the real deal, then I should be really cautious.

"Where are your horns?" I asked what my conscience had been nagging me. Obviously, if you're a devil, you must have horns! Even regular monsters have them-and I haven't even mentioned the tail yet.

After hearing this, the club members started laughing without reservations.

"Hahaha…"

"Ufufu…"

"…Senpai, you're funny."

After a few minutes, their laughter quieted down.

Rias Gremory-senpai was wiping a tear from her eyes.

"Haha… I've haven't heard that one in a while…"

After that, we discussed about things I should do until a way for me to get home was found.

"First of all, don't tell anyone about where you're from… and don't give information about your connection to us…"

So, I should lie then?

"I have to tell you, I'm really bad at lying, or making up stories." I confessed. However, it was unheard.

"…Next, try not to use your powers. I haven't seen it yet, but from what I can feel, it rivals that of a high class Devil, so don't try to show off."

Okay… I'll try not to destroy things. Speaking of which, I haven't been able to destroy something big for today-save for Issei's table and that girl's wooden sword. Gramps is going to be proud of my achievement!

"And finally, do you have a place to stay? I'd recommend a place close to the members, in case you need something…"

A place to stay…

Which brought me in my current location-the Hyoudou residence. It was a miracle I managed to find the place, even with my poor sense of direction. I have to thank Issei's lecherous scent.

"I'm Natsu Dragneel-a new classmate and friend of Hyoudou Issei… I'm a foreigner from outside the country, and I've no place to stay. Issei mentioned I could come here anytime, so I plan to live here for the time being…"

Issei fainted on the spot.

---

Issei's parents, who wore shocked expressions earlier, were now smiling with happiness.

"Otou-san! Issei managed to befriend a handsome foreigner!"

"…It's a miracle, Kaa-chan! I never thought this day would come! Until now, Issei's friends only consisted of Matsuda and Motohama…. Huuu, I could cry right now…"

"Yes, Matsuda and Motohama are good boys, but their perversion is a bad influence to Issei… By the way, is it alright to call you Natsu-san?"

"It's fine, Issei's Okaa-san… Natsu's fine as well." I spoke… I hated formalities.

"Okay then, Natsu. We approve of your stay!" Issei's parents voiced out happily.

…What? Just like that? I didn't even need to say those super dramatic lines Akeno-san made for me… This world's way too peaceful.

"W-Wait, Kaa-chan! Tou-san! Is it really alright?!" Issei became conscious once again. Issei's Otou-san fixed his glasses and looked at me.

"Of course… We have a spare room after all, and besides-it looks like he doesn't have that many things with him. I have to ask though, Natsu-"

"Yes?!"

"Why are you living alone? Where are your parents?" Issei's father asked me, as I put on a sad expression…

"…T-They, abandoned me after I was born… Igneel, my foster father, found me and took me in, but he too left after I was capable of taking care of myself…"

It was the truth… Even until now, I resented my folks, and Igneel was the only one I would ever call my parent.

Now, time for some drama…

"…A few days ago, I became lost in this place… Several hobos mugged me and took my things… I was found by the school Administrator's daughter, and she helped me a lot, and even took care of everything so I could go to school. Issei is one of the first I've met, and he told me I could come anytime. But, if I'm a bother, I could just-"

Issei's parents hugged me while shedding tears.

"Hauuu… I-I can't believe a kind boy like you underwent that tragic event…"

"Sniff… you are definitely staying… I've decided!"

"Tou-san?" Issei asked hesitantly.

"You will be a part of the Hyoudou household from now on!"

"…Is it really okay?!" I asked innocently.

"Of course! Issei, this man will be your brother!"

I looked at Issei, and smirked while putting a thumbs up. He nearly fainted at the sight-He must've realized I was made up my story.

Finally, Issei muttered.

"Sigh, I guess you could stay… you saved my ass back then."

He came to me, and offered his hand. I shook it without holding back.

"Yeah! Mission com-" I nearly blew my cover, and Issei's parents looked at me with surprise. I quickly composed myself, and bowed politely.

"I-I will be under your care…"

"Yes… Natsu, please feel free to treat this as your home…"

"And, it would be nice if you treat us as your guardian, or even parents…"

Man, these guys were too kind… It's nice that even though I wasn't in Earthland anymore, kind people like these still existed.

"Issei, please bring Natsu to his room. I'll call when dinner's ready."

---

"So, you made everything up?"

"Nah… I was telling the truth." Well, it was partially the truth, but I can't tell him that. Issei seemed to be thinking of something…

"Yeah, it matches with what I've seen. The daughter of the Administrator-that would be the most beautiful Onee-sama in school, Rias Gremory-senpai… When I met her that night, she was patching you up near the park, and when I came over to see what happened… She begged me to take you home…"

"…Yeah. I vaguely remember seeing her."

"Well, I couldn't refuse her, so I did carry you… you should be grateful."

"I am… Thanks, buddy. Your folks are really nice, you know? I'm jealous…" I stated honestly. I wish I had parents like that. Man, I'm missing Igneel again…

"Well, they're alright I guess… but most of the time, they complain about how perverted I am…"

"…you are perverted." I said flatly.

"Hey, enough about me! -It looks like you don't have a lot of things with you."

I checked the rucksack I had carried with me. The only things inside were the notebooks and pens Akeno-san lent me, and three sets each of Kuoh's school uniform and sportswear. Apart from that, I had nothing-

-Ah, wait. Rias-senpai handed me something else.

"What's this?" I fished out a bunch of papers from my pockets. She told me I could use this to buy things I wanted.

"What are you talking about! That's cash-and from the looks of it, it's a lot! My salary for three years wouldn't even cover that much… I could buy a lot of porno with that…"

So this is currency? Well, it's a bit different from the Jewels back in Fiore, but I guess I'll by my daily materials with these… I'll have to ask how to use it though…

"How about we buy your things after dinner? There's a nearby convenience store, and I have to pick up some things over there." Just now, he had a really perverted look…

After dinner, Issei brought me to a "grocery store". Judging from its looks, it was a place which sold a lot of basic merchandise, like food and clothes, as well as soap, shampoo and other things. I picked up the things I might need, because I didn't know when I'd be able to get back home…

Issei brought me to a corner with brightly covered things.

"These is the corner for junk food… They've got everything, like chips, cookies, top ramen, and even instant pizza!"

Instant Pizza?! I didn't know what that was, but it sounded yummy. I picked up two of each kind of "junk food" the store offered… I loaded three carts full of food to the "counter". Issei told me about the notes of Japanese cash, but since I wasn't that good with Japanese currency, and numbers, I left the payment to him.

"You sure bought a lot…" He sweatdropped while looking at my luggage, which was mostly filled with food. I carried the six extra large bags with ease.

"What did you buy?" He looked sideways, trying to catch eavesdroppers, and took out a small parcel from under his shirt. Inside was a magazine, with pictures of naked girls.

"It's the super rare monthly Ero mag! The store clerk's a friend of mine… hehehe…"

…This guy, was seriously perverted.

After I settled inside my room, I dropped my bags, and decided to get some sleep, however-

"Natsu, Let's watch a movie!" came Issei's voice.

A movie? Sounds interesting…

He forced me to watch a lecherous movie after that. I wasn't really interested because of my fatigue from school, so I fell asleep halfway, but he slapped me awake.

"Oi, if you're sleeping, do it in your room… Can't believe you're not interested in this masterpiece…" Issei grumbled.

When I reached my bed, I was seriously tired… I didn't have time to think about anything else, because the comfort of the bed made me forget my worries.

"Good night… Everyone…"

---

The next morning, I woke up early in order to work out. I was honestly surprised that I was able to get a good night's sleep, but I still had brief nightmares about what happened back then…

I wonder what they're doing now...

Sigh…I miss them…

Well, no use moping around! I need to take care of my body even if I am in a different world!

After that, I helped with the chores. Issei's parents were really happy when I did-I cut the weeds in the yard, cleaned the living room, wiped the windows, and even cooked breakfast, something Issei only found out about after the family settled down to eat.

"Natsu, it's really fine-let me handle the chores…"

"No, I can do at least this much, Issei's Okaa-san… After all, I'm a free loader…"

"-Issei, you should learn a thing or two from Natsu! He's such a good boy, helping with our chores…"

"Yes, he acts like a real member of the Hyoudou family, whereas you-"

Issei had a really displeased look on his face.

"And you sure can cook!"

"I think I can pass the family recipe to you, Natsu…"

---

My days started to become more interesting.

In school, I often hung out with the Perverted Trio. Matsuda and Motohama heard that I started living with Issei, but they didn't seem to mind. These guys were actually quite nice-they taught me a lot about Japanese culture, and Motohama occasionally helped me with school lessons, seeing as the other two were as dumb as me. I found Issei to be more agreeable than Gray, but whenever we bickered, he always gave up immediately after I cracked my knuckles… Seems like this guys know that they should never mess with , when these three met together, the topic was always about "porno" and "oppai".

Rumors about me were floating around though. I was dubbed as the Perverted Trio's Bodyguard-due to the fact that I protected and even helped them escape during their perverted entourages... I wasn't completely lumped together with them, because a lot female students classified me together with the Bishounen group-boys who were popular in school… Actually, back in Magnolia, my looks were quite ordinary, so these people must have different tastes. Motohama told me that the serious look I nearly always had on was a plus for the girls, and my smile was so blindingly dazzling, but I didn't understand his point.

I actually socialized with a lot of students from different years, and my constant meetings with the School Idols cemented my status as the "Insanely Strong, but Hot Second Year Transferee…"-something which I found really funny.

Behind my back, my "friends" were spreading different rumors about me. I was apparently known to the male populace as the Mastermind behind the Perverted Trio-who, using my foreign traits and charms, seduced the School Idols into hanging out with me… These guys hated the fact that I got along nicely with girls…

"Well, if we didn't do it, we'd die, you know?"

"We're already at our limits seeing the girls getting weak when you protect us."

"I thought we'd become the Perverted Four, but I was wrong…"

They reasoned out. After that-

"Why is it only you? Is it because you're good looking?"

"Die!"

"Sob… I'm starting to regret befriending you, Natsu…"

"Hey, if I don't watch your backs, you guys will be as good as dead, you know?" I pointed out. Issei nodded after some thought.

"Yeah… Our perverted days are actually getting peaceful, you know?"

"With Natsu as our guard, we're invincible!"

"We can peek all we want!"

They voiced out after changing their minds.

The lessons were getting harder, and the days seemed to become longer…

I never forgot about them though… Not even once… Nothing could make me forget about my nakama…

But here, everything was different… I was actually treated nicely by everyone, despite not being from here. Even though school life was tough, it was sort of fun, and I was starting to get used to it. I occasionally met with the members of the Occult Research club, but they hadn't found a solution for me yet, but I was happy that they were taking it seriously.

This world, was really too peaceful… Mine was different, but I guess this one's not too shabby after all.

However, I regretted saying that soon after.

---

Two weeks had passed since I arrived. I was walking alone to school, which rarely happened, since Issei accompanied me except when he woke up late, but this time, he had a different excuse.

"I'm meeting someone this morning… I'll introduce her later at school, all right?" I could see the happiness in his eyes…

It must have something to do with the person he met last night. Yesterday, He got home later than me, and he was wearing the same happy expression… He didn't even invite me to his "porno" marathons like usual, so I figured it must have been a special occasion.

"Well, it is Issei… So I'm sure it's perverted…" I deduced. But man, I was dead wrong.

Even Matsuda and Motohama were clueless… We were gathered at the school gate, waiting for Issei. Both of them had received texts to wait for a surprise at the gate.

"Speaking of which-you don't own a cell phone yet, Natsu?" Motohama asked. I shook my head.

Cell phones… Mysterious objects similar to the spells used by mages to contact people from far away… But if one uses this, only the person's voice is heard, instead of seeing the entire person… And this device uses something like "Battery" and "Load" in place of magic power… Truly a frightening thing...

This world was really advanced in terms of inventions.

"Was Issei always this energetic?" I asked. Motohama adjusted his glasses.

"What do you mean?"

"Well, instead of the lecherous face he usually has, he had an extremely happy face when we talked…"

"…Hmm, Interesting… It would seem as if Issei had gotten-" Before he could finish, Matsuda completed his statement with a shocked expression.

"…A girlfriend…" He muttered. We looked to the direction he was facing, and saw Issei, walking with a rather cute girl.

"Hey guys!"

Motohama and Matsuda turned into stone statues… Issei came closer and introduced the girl.

"This is Amano Yuuma-chan… my girlfriend." He gestured to the black haired girl, who seemed to be attending a different school. I could tell the difference because of our uniforms…

The girl waved at us, and after looking at us in turn, she fixed her purple eyes-at me.

My eyes must've been mistaken, because for a split second, I thought she glared at me, but when I looked again to confirm it, she was still smiling.

"Yuuma-chan, these are my buddies-Matsuda, Motohama and Natsu-the ones I told you about."

"Ahh… this is the one who's living with you!" She said energetically while gesturing to me, who simply nodded. She bowed down politely, and spoke in a cute voice.

"Thank you for taking care of Ise-kun!"

Beside me, Matsuda and Motohama were crying in disbelief.

"You guys should get yourselves girlfriends… especially you, Natsu! It would look bad if a popular guy like you was beaten to a pinch by a loser like me, eh?" He laughed heartily.

"Congratulations." I managed. Yeah, perhaps this girl can cure Issei of his perversion.

"Well, I better get going! I have to take Yuuma-chan to school… See you guys later!"

Amano Yuuma and Issei's advancing form disappeared after a while…

"That Issei, trying to show off!"

"Motohama~, what should we do? Natsu aside, with this, we might be the only guys left without girlfriends~"

"Issei must have blackmailed her, Matsuda! It's impossible for Issei to have a cute girlfriend… downright impossible…"

"Huuuu… Man, I feel like dying… First, Natsu… now, Issei?! What about us, dammit!"

"What do you think, Natsu?"

Their conversation was unheard by me… It was weird, but I was actually using my brain for a change.

Even then, I thought I felt strange when I met Yuuma. Past the fragrance she wore, I could distinguish the feathery smell which belonged to carnivorous birds. At first, I thought she was attending to her pets, but the moment she stared at me-

-It felt as if she was looking into my soul.

---

"So, how are things?" Rias-senpai asked in the clubroom. I was giving a daily report of my activities to her after classes were finished.

"Well, I'm starting to adjust and I've finally learned how to find the vertex of a circle whose center is at the origin. Also, Issei just got a girlfriend- but apart from that, nothing new. I'm really eager to go home, you know? Have you guys found a way to bring me back?" I had already tried the most logical of solutions, like trying to fly and break through the sky somehow in secret, but I miserable failed.

I asked this question each and every time we met, but then, I was always answered with a "no".

This time was no different. However, they had a rather surprised reaction when I stated my report, but I'm sure they were just impressed over the fact that I had managed to conquer circles in math. That-or they were surprised that Hyoudou Issei, my unpopular and perverted friend, managed to find a girlfriend.

"I'm sorry, Natsu-kun. We haven't been able to find a solution yet…" Akeno-san answered sadly. I released a long sigh. Rias-senpai explained even further.

"We have been working with this problem by ourselves… There is a limit to what we can do, you know? We would have brought this case to the higher ups, but we can't risk them knowing about you… I once again ask you to be patient enough-"

"I have been patient! You know, I'm trying to be as patient as I can, and this is as far as I can go! Please, just tell me if you can send me home or not! I'm tired of waiting around; I'm worried about everyone back home!" I snapped. I reached my limit, and vented out my true feelings.

"Please, Natsu Dragneel… Calm down… We're doing the best we can, but without support from the Devil Society-"

"I'm tired of your excuses! Do you know of a way to bring me back to my world, or not!"

"…I don't know of any. I don't even know if it's possible." She finally said. I closed my eyes and gritted my teeth.

"Then, it seems I've wasted my time here…" I turned around and tried to storm off, however, Rias-senpai grabbed my arm. In front of me, Kiba and Koneko were blocking the only doorway.

"Please, wait… I know someone-"

FWOOOM!

I nearly lost it. For the first time in days, I called out my flames. The others backed away after seeing my body blazing with intense heat. Bright orange flames were licking my body from head to toe, and slowly roasting everything near me. The floor I had been standing on was burnt, and nearly gave in due to the fire I was letting out, and the thick paint which covered the walls was starting to melt. The club members were sweating from my display of power.

Rias had already let go of my arm. I walked towards the door and glared at the ones blocking my way, but they parted to let me past.

I calmed down the fire, and called it off. The intense atmosphere was gone after that.

Before I walked away, I muttered these words.

"I trusted you guys, but clearly-I was mistaken."

I left, and decided never to meet these guys again… I'll find a way home by myself if I have to.

---

The next day was my day off. I was currently sitting on the couch and doing my English homework. Issei's parent's had told me to work hard at school, and since they were more knowledgeable than I was, I complied… Well, English was mysteriously a piece of cake for me though.

"Yo, Natsu!"

"'Sup?"

"What're you doing?"

"Finishing my homework… why?" I looked at him, and saw that he was dressed to go out. His untidy hair looked less messy than usual, and he was wearing a semi-formal attire, which consisted of a long sleeved grey coat, with a collared red shirt underneath. His looks were completed by a pair of dark colored jeans, and sneakers. I sniffed once-

"Ugh. What's that smell?!" The heavy scent of a musky fragrance assaulted my nose.

"What do you mean? It's cologne… Do I smell weird?" He pulled his collar and started checking.

"Well, yeah. The scent's nice, but it's way too strong!"

"Too strong, huh? Should I go and wipe it off-"

"Where the hell are you going anyway?"

I finally asked, but he merely smirked cockily in my direction.

"I-am going on a date with Yuuma-chan!" He proclaimed proudly. I rolled my eyes and focused on my homework.

"Best of luck then-"

He started choking me from behind-

"W-What the hell is up with that half-assed reaction?! This is my first date, you know! You should celebrate-your best friend is finally going out with a girl! And I didn't even get some sleep because I planned for this all day yesterday!"

I pulled my head and escaped his pathetic excuse of a death choke.

"Ahh… So that's why you locked yourself all night… I thought you were watching something lecherous…" I spoke out honestly, but he shook a finger on my face.

"After this, I won't even need those stupid Ero mags and videos! Just wait and see-if things go well, after I come back, I won't be a virgin anymore! Mwahahaha!"

"Yeah… Whatever."

He pointed a challenging finger at me.

"Watch me, Natsu Dragneel, as I climb the steps of manhood before you!" He walked outside and slammed the door shut.

"…"

The door flew open immediately after.

"Hey, tell me honestly-Do I look okay?" Issei asked. I looked him over once and grinned.

"Geez, you look fine. Yuuma-chan's going to be impressed."

"Man, should I go for something darker, or lighter…? What do you think Natsu?" It seems he didn't hear my words of encouragement.

"Fuck, just go already!" He grinned back and gave me a thumbs up.

"…Thanks buddy! Wish me luck!"

"I already did." I stated flatly, which earned me a scowl.

Issei slammed the door again.

Man… This peace was starting to annoy me.

---

It took me a while, but I finished my homework. It was already afternoon, and I was heading to the convenience store in order to buy stuff for dinner. I've finally learned to go shop for ingredients and things by myself… Ufufu, I'm so awesome.

"Guess I'll buy ice cream to beat the heat." Even though the sun was nearly setting, it still felt unusually hot. I only wore a simple black shirt, a pair of Bermuda shorts and slippers with my scarf, but I was feeling the heat… Summer's nearly here, huh?

It happened when I was trying to decide which ice cream flavor I would have.

"Natsu-kun!"

I heard an urgent voice, and saw Akeno-san, Kiba and Koneko running towards me.

"What the hell do you guys want?!" I yelled angrily. They came to a stop when they reached me.

"…It's urgent."

"Please, come with us, Dragneel-kun." Came Koneko's and Kiba's respective replies, but I ignored them.

"No…Tell Rias-senpai that I'm not talking to her unless she finds a way to bring me home!"

I stated selfishly. I'm not involving myself with these Devils anymore…

However, Akeno-san spoke in a voice filled with distress.

"Natsu-kun-Issei-kun is in trouble…!"

…It took me a few moments to grasp what she said.

"…What?! What do you mean?!"

"It's Amano Yuuma… the one he's with."

"…Did something happen to Yuuma-chan?! Are they in danger?!"

"…No. Amano Yuuma is the danger. We think she's trying to kill Hyoudou-senpai."

"…You're joking, right?"

But I knew. These guys were dead serious…

Now, I knew why my senses kept tingling whenever I saw Amano Yuuma. Her scent was similar to the scent a crow carried- the scent of betrayal.

Akeno-san fished her pockets and handed me a piece of paper. Engraved on it was a familiar symbol-the symbol I've seen on the Occult Research Club's floor.

"Here, keep it just in case. The fallen angels have hidden their location, so we'll split up and search for him."

Though I didn't understand the situation, I didn't need to be told twice. I ran as fast as I could after I secured the piece of paper inside my pocket.

"-Wait!" Called Akeno-san, but I was already gone.

---

I tracked down Issei's scent, and found its source at the park.

When I arrived, I was already too late…

Issei was lying on the ground-a spear of light had pieced his stomach, and he was losing large amounts of blood. Flying above him, was a girl who looked like Yuuma… But she appeared to be older, and her clothing barely covered her nipples and womanhood. Her breasts seemed bigger, and she was a bit taller than Yuuma had been, but I knew, they were one and the same…

What took my attention, were the wings on her back. There were three pairs of feathery, black wings attached to her bare back…

"N…Na…tsu." I rushed to Issei's side and covered his large wound with my scarf. The spear had magically disappeared as I came close…

"Don't speak…" Issei was barely breathing, but he was still alive-for now…

"So~ you came… Natsu Dragneel… Just-who are you?" Yuuma asked. Her voice was different from usual; it was mature, and cold.

"N..Na..tsu… Yuuma…chan…" Issei managed after spitting out blood. I let his body lean on the fountain near us, in order to slow down the bleeding.

"Issei… She's not Yuuma-chan." I glared at the woman, who was laughing.

"You're human, but you're not ordinary-perhaps another Sacred Gear user? Well, I shall also dispose of you then…" She snapped her fingers, and the sound reverberated in the air.

The sky, which should've been dyed by the color of sunset, turned purple. Three beings similar to the woman appeared as the sky changed color.

"What do we have here, Reynalle?" A tall, cloaked man asked. He had the same wings as Yuuma the imposter.

"It seems you have disposed of the user-" A girl, who wore similar clothing to Yuuma stated. I directed my eyes at all four of them, trying to contain my anger.

"No, he's still alive. I'm more concerned of the one beside him." Yuuma replied as she pointed to me.

"Ahh… He must be the mysterious one, I take?" The last one said. She was another girl, who had a Gothic Lolita outfit on.

Now, I was definitely pissed-no, more than pissed. I was extremely angry

I've kept quiet until now… My blood has been boiling ever since I saw Issei in this state, and I was close to hitting my limit. I clenched my hands and gritted my teeth. Beside me, Issei was still in a critical state-He was slowly losing consciousness…

"-Kill him."

Those were the only words I needed to hear. I covered my body in a shroud of flames, and faced the black winged freaks.

These guys were going to pay for hurting my friend.

---

notes:

'Sup?

It's Blake, with a new story! This time, it's a DxD X FT crossover… It's going to be an action packed-slash-fantasy adventure-slash-love comedy story… Rated M for future ecchi scenes, and may cause excessive nose bleeding for the faint hearted. Be prepared.

So yeah, the main character is Natsu from FT. This story is pre-DxD and post GMG (Fairy tail) arc… This means, Natsu's supposed to be insanely powerful from the start. But, I'm going to have him become weak due to the plot… Don't worry, I've already thought of something. If you've read DxD, then, you might be know that Issei's going to die next, and become reincarnated as a Devil. But, the question is-will I follow the story? Hehehe, there's a hint in the summary, so I'm gonna leave the speculations to your imaginative minds.

This will be a harem story, but the main focus will be Rias of DxD… Natsu will be a bit OOC in future chapters, and even in this one, I have to say-he was already a bit OOC.

I think I'll make 2-3 chapters for each volume (in accordance to the light novels), if I continue the story. If you're familiar with my first fic, then you should know that I do long chapters, so don't worry-I'll manage somehow. Updates will either happen on the same time as Ascalon:TLDS, or later… I'm currently focusing on my other fic, but I'll take care of this one just as much. If the story is well-received, I might even shift my focus…

Next time, a twist… Something big is going to happen. If you're new to DxD or FT, I suggest you read about the characters and events in advance (I'm basing the story on DxD's light novels and Anime. I haven't read the manga yet.). If you're familiar with both, then…we are seriously going to have fun together… (cue mysterious laughter.)

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