|Alright, here is the actual first chapter of the fic. Again this actually based off something (which I did mention at the start of the previous chapter on here.) |

Chapter One

Reiji shiratori was now officially enrolled into True Cross Academy. Finally after waiting a long while, he could finally arrive and it felt good. He took a deep breath before breathing in the nice air. It was new, fresh, and just being in the new area excited him.

"I wonder if it is as amazing as I hear that it is," Reiji said to himself as he looked around campus. However, he couldn't take forever just sight seeing. This was the first day of classes and he had to actually get there on time. First impressions were important after all. Not to mention he didn't want to come off as a complete slacker or mean either. The last thing he needed was a bad reputation. Hence why he tried to give Rin hush money. Of course, he didn't remember if anything had really happened after that.

While he was doing that, Astaroth himself could see his surroundings through Reiji's eyes. It wasn't too shabby of a place, considering that Samael ran the place. He was surprised that it hadn't fallen apart yet, so he had to give his older brother credit for that. However, it was a big place, finding his intended target would be very hard. Not to mention he couldn't well take full control either, not yet. He would let his host play around for a little while.

The white haired boy made his way into the school building, rather one of them, looking around the hallways. Man this place was crowded as hell. How could anyone get around in this place? He just muttered to himself as he walked at a bit of a fast pace. As he did so, he looked down at his schedule to see what room he had to be in.

Since he was so distracted by that, Astaroth couldn't see a single thing other than what Reiji was and it annoyed him. Why couldn't his host just actually look at things other than this damned piece of paper? He would yell at him but he knew he wouldn't be heard. Damn humans were so oblivious.

Meanwhile, due to the distraction, neither Reiji nor Astaroth would notice the fact that Rin Okumura had just walked right past them. However, Astaroth did feel some demonic presence. Where was the source coming from though. God dammit, would just stop already and find the young prince already!

Reiji could have sworn he heard something just now and he thought about it only for a moment before shaking it off. He was now looking around for the classroom door. The teen checked the door before opening it and slowly entering the oh so crowded room.

With every class passing by, Reiji only got even more bored. He did try to learn and attempted to write down notes but something kept prevented him from focusing enough. Mainly Astaroth's doing of course. The Demon King had spent all that time rambling on and on about each teacher was an idiot. He was throwing around as much insults as he could, even in his own language. Knowing full well that it would irritate or both his host, he wouldn't stop just because it kept him entertained. What made it even funnier was the fact that Reiji already had homework. Oops?

So now that every class was finished, Reiji had one bit of business he had to take care of. There seemed to be the issue of no dormitory for him to stay in. The only way to solve that issue was to go to the headmaster, Mephisto Pheles. Which it didn't take very long to get to his office before he knocked on it's door. He waited there for a few minutes before it actually opened up.

"Why hello there, shiratori-kun, what brings you to my office," The principal asked with a grin on his face, knowing full well why he was here, he could also feel the presence of his brother too, "Oh where are my manners, would you like some tea?"

"I-Uh, yeah, why not," Reiji replied quietly as he was now gestured to enter the office, in which he did. "Well I seem to be without a dorm and I need a place to stay so…"

Well if it isn't my dear older brother, I knew I would run into you sooner rather than later but you knew I was coming, didn't you? Astaroth muttered, though only in a way that only Mephisto could hear him. This was to be a private conversation. Why don't you just show me where he is then.

"Oh yes, of course, sorry about that whole issue...didn't think such a thing would even happen," The Demon King of Time replied with a mischievous grin on his face, though well hidden from the human. Well hello to you too but I have no idea what you are talking about, dear brother. "I already planned ahead since I learned of this issue and you'll be staying in the abandoned boys dormitory. There are only a couple students staying there so it won't be too crowded. Now please find a set in front of my desk and I will fetch the tea."

The young boy did as the principal said and sat down lazily in the chair in front of the desk. His eyes wondered about the room. Well, this was very nice looking for an office. He sighed at the thought of being in some abandoned dorm, feeling that he needed the best, even if there weren't much people staying there. Though, he was curious as to who else would even be there. He was just muttering to himself as he thought to himself silently.

Oh quit complaining already, you act like such a baby sometimes...Of course Reiji could hear exactly what the voice in his head said, which made him jump and slightly irritated at that. However, it didn't go that far, which annoyed the hell out of Astaroth. Now brother you know exactly what I am talking about, so don't you play dumb with me. Now just go ahead and tell me… Everytime he spoke to Mephisto, it would always be between the two of them.

"Thank sir, I didn't want to have to come and bother you with all of this when you are probably very busy being the principal and all," Reiji finally said as he looked over at the approaching Mephisto. "I just have no other place to stay so I kind of do need a place, you know?"

Mephisto just grinned as he fetched the tea, very amused by his brothers annoyance. It had been a very long time since he had even seen that or him for that matter. In any case, he would continue to play with him even though he knew exactly what the younger Demon King was referring to. He chuckled to himself and slowly entered the room with the tea, handing the young student cup before sitting down and drinking his own cup.

I am afraid you will have to be a little more specific if you want answers, dear brother. Mephisto internally laughed at the younger demon, which seemed to irritate him again. So temperamental. There is no need to be so hostile. Why don't you just stay and relax for a while. Have fun.

"Oh I understand, you don't need to worry about that, I wouldn't want you being without a place to stay during your stay here at the academy and all that," Mephisto replied with a false smile. "You're probably used to fancy things, aren't you? After all your education is being paid for by your parents, yes? Anyway, here is the key to the dorm. It isn't too far away so I am sure you will be able to find it. Now, tell me, how do you like your stay so far?"

Shut up, brother, I am not here to 'relax' nor do I really want to. You know what I want and who I am after. I know he is here and if you don't tell me, I will eventually find him. Astaroth growled. He would possess his host right now if he could...but he couldn't very well do that if his host was too calm. He couldn't take over a calm, un-enraged host. Eventually I will get what I want anyway, it's not like you will be able to stop me from doing that.

"Of course, I always expect the best accommodations but I suppose I will deal with whatever I've got to deal with," Reiji sighed and started to sip his tea. "I suppose I don't mind this place, for the first day and all that. It's a great place. Oh and I am sorry to have met you under these conditions. I assure you that this will be the only time we meet on bad conditions. I'm a very good student."

"Glad you enjoy this place so much, I promise that your stay will only get better and don't worry so much, I am positive that things will be fine since I have heard good things about you, Shiratori-kun," The demon replied and licked his lips. Oh my, you haven't changed a bit. Cocky and impatient, tsk tsk tsk. Don't think you can intimidate me with that attitude of yours. Also, I could just as easily have you exorcised, or did you forget all about that already?

Astaroth growled once more at Mephisto's words. If only he could gain control over his host already… You wouldn't dare, not unless you would want to further piss father off and you know how he feels towards you. You're even lucky I can't possess him right now…

Nice try but there is no way you could scare me into telling you anything you want to know. I am not that easy to mess with, unlike you. You can't even touch me, even if you would gain control you wouldn't be able to! Speaking of, tell me, why can't you take control of your host, hm? Is he too stubborn or not in the right mood? Mephisto smirked internally, though the grin could be seen on his face.

Reiji rose an eyebrow at the other. Why was Mephisto grinning? Was it something he had done or said? Surely he didn't say anything that would entertain him since he was being so serious.

We will see about that, brother. Astaroth snapped at him. It doesn't matter why I can't right now, though my host is very stubborn. The Demon King now focused on Reiji. Can you just leave already? I am tired of being here.

Reiji didn't know why but he listened to that voice in his head. Plus he was getting rather bored just sitting around. That and he didn't want to bother the principal too much. He set his cup down and stood up straight, grabbing the key to the dorm.

"Thank you for your help, Sir Pheles," the boy said with a faint smile and turned to walk towards the door. Finally...damned older brother of mine.

Mephisto just watched as Reiji (and his brother) left. Already he was quietly plotting to himself. He now had a new pawn, rather two in one, on his board. Of course, the King of Time had learned about what had happened and what Rin's relationship was with Reiji and his younger brother. He wondered how long it would take that host of Astaroth to crack and let his brother play? He would enjoy the show in any case..

| Okay so, just a quick run down of the chapter if you don't understand it;

Astaroth isn't in full control and Reiji will remain in physical control. It is kind of my headcanon that he is able to actually possess him when Reiji feels like legit rage or hateful feelings. (Like when he thinks about Rin in a hateful way (insert repeated sayings of 'Okumura' here.) So basically a calm Reiji-no possession.

Whenever things are in italics, it's like mental talking thing going on. It is usually with Astaroth and whomever he is talking to unless I specifically state otherwise.

There are probably flaws in this but I am still kind of proud with it. I don't see anyone doing a plot like this so I am kind of glad. Anyway, do leave reviews and all that and thank you for reading! (I will probably start doing actual summaries at the end of these chapters in case I confuse you all.)-Also I am working on making things more lengthy. IT WILL HAPPEN SOMETIME AND SOMEHOW. |