Back again with installment number three. I see that my story is making good progress so far, despite how short it is, but I am happy nonetheless.
Disclaimer: I think you guys know I don't own Assassin's Creed and Highschool DxD already... Not sure why I bothered with this.
Let's just get going.
Issei and Indra had their guests resting in the main room, close to the table so that their wounds could be treated, should they do something to open them up.
Issei smiled as he laid Asia to rest. Bless the girl's poor heart, she didn't deserve to be brought into all of this conflict. That's why Issei intended to get her involved with the academy, so that she may integrate into a society that would accept her.
"So much has happened in our short time here." He said, taking off his robes and setting them on a stand.
Indra was already laying in his favorite in the corner by the fire in the armor room. Issei then got down on his spot with the cushions on the floor, and against the wall, and let his eyes close.
Morning came, gently waking Issei from his pleasant slumber. He stood up stretched out, releasing some tension that had Form the position he had been sleeping in. His lean body gave out multiple satisfying popping sounds, which was a very nice feeling for early risers.
"Time to get ready." He went to the armor room to wake his friend, only to find him in his uniform already.
"How long have you been up?" Issei asked. Indra gave him a side glance before turning his gaze back to the gentle flame that slowly consumed the wood trapped in it's threshold.
"About 2 hours." He replied.
Issei was about to say something, but Indra interrupted him. "School doesn't start for another 30 minutes, I didn't want to disturb you." He said.
Issei smiled at how his friend was being considerate of him. But, as much as Indra needed to be ready, Issei needed to be as well. Master assassins they may be, but it was mindful to remember that they were very short on manpower.
With no need to voice his thoughts, Issei went back to dress himself, and to check on their new guests. With his uniform on, and his blades concealed, he went to check on the fallen angels. From observation, their wounds weren't too serious, but they were still enough to keep you out of the field for a few days. They were healing at a nice rate though, the medicine was doing it's job.
"Cone on Indra, we have 20 minutes left, and I want to get to the breakfast line first!" He said, going off at a jogging speed.
The two arrived, with just enough time to spare before class started. They took their seats, and got out their materials, ready to work.
"Good morning Issei!" Issei turned his head to find Katase coming to his desk. He smiled back and returned her greeting. "Good morning Katase. Are you ready to get this day over with?"
The pinkette nodded. While she liked school, she really liked doing her activities much more. "Yeah, the kendo club is going to a tournament today, and I'm really excited." She said. Issei nodded in approval, this girl was determined, and she was passionate. Two good traits to have.
"I hope to see you and your team coming back with a nice trophy." He told her, getting her to blush. "Y-Yeah, we're gonna win, I promise!" She said. Issei smiled and gave her a pat on her head.
"I have no doubt you will." He said.
This moment was brought to an end when the teacher came in, apologizing for being late, and getting the class going.
"I'm sorry! I slept in, and then I was caught in traffic! Okay, let's continue from where we left off yesterday." She said, getting everyone engaged.
"Ms. Kirisaki should take a day off, she seems to be very stressed lately." Issei commented as he and Indra ate their lunch. They were on the roof, due to how quiet it was, and it also allowed them to relax.
"I agree." Indra said, taking a riceball into his mouth.
The two sat in a comforting silence for a few minutes, until Issei spoke again. "Were there any requests for our service at the coops?" He asked. Indra shook his head negatively.
"Nothing. The enemy has gone quiet for now." He said, and Issei couldn't bring himself to reply to that.
So far, after the 3 years in which his grandfather died, Issei, Indra, and the few other Japanese assassins have been the ones holding the templars at bay. Luckily, no one knew of their existence due to how few they were, but that could also be their downfall if they weren't careful.
The sound of the bell for the final class brought them out of their thoughtful silence.
"So, you have plans for this weekend?" Issei asked.
Indra shook his head. "None that I can think of."
"How about a visit to the mall?" Issei suggested. Indra thought it over quite briefly, and nodded.
"Mall it is." Issei said as the two went to their final class for the day.
"So many attractions." Indra idly commented as he and Issei wandered the labyrinth that is the mall.
"Agreeable, but it's the people here that make it like this." Issei replied.
"True."
"Here, let's stop for lunch." Issei caught sight of a cafe and beckoned Indra along with him.
"Welcome master!" A group of girls dressed as maids greeted them. They stopped at a maid cafe. Indra gave Issei a look, his expression was sending him the 'You knew about this' look.
"What can I say? Grandpa used bring me here from time-to-time." He replied.
"Right this way master!" One of the maids led them to a booth and gave them menus for their orders. Her hair was brown and tied into a spiky ponytail. Her bangs were parted mostly to the left, exposing only one blue eye.
"I will be serving you today, my name is Levi. Just call for me when you are ready." She left to the kitchen while Issei and Indra browsed their selections. They searched through for about 5 minutes and called for Levi.
"So, what can I get for you?" She had a notepad and pen already in hand.
"I'll have the tempura with a side of dipping noodles." Issei said, with Levi writing that down and turning her eye towards Indra. "I'll have the fried rice with beef." He said. After a few quick twitches of her fingers, she had the orders down and took them off to the kitchen. "Wait for just a few moments." She said, leaving the boys to themselves.
"She's nice." Indra commented. That made Issei smirk. "Oh, so you've found another interest, hm?" He asked with a raised eyebrow. Indra rolled his eyes.
Another 10 minutes passed silently, until Levi came back with their dishes and served them. "Fried rice with beef, and tempura with a side of dipping noodles to order." She said placing the plates down with the utmost grace and care. "Alright, enjoy and if you need anything just call."
The two did indeed enjoy their meal, and when they finished they left the money owed, with Indra leaving extra as a tip for the service.
"Come back soon!" The maids at the front said as they left. When they were out of the building, Issei nudged Indra with his elbow, smiling. "Admit it Indra, you like that girl." He said. Indra didn't bother gracing him with a reply.
"There's nothing strange at all President." Momo said as she watched the boys leave the cafe.
"There has to be something." Sona said from the other side of the phone.
"Keep watching. I know that I am wasting your time, so I will make sure this is worth while for you." Sona said, with Momo nodding.
With Indra and Issei the two were now walking out of the mall and back into the open world.
"We have a follower." Issei commented. He wasn't sure how long the person had been tailing them, but he found it amusing that they believe they would be able to fool his senses. Once Issei caught your scent, there was no escaping.
"Want to ditch them?" Issei asked. Indra nodded. So the two waited at the intersection as the cars zoomed by, and when the light turned red and the people began moving about the streets, they had become one with the people.
Momo now understood when Tsubaki said, 'They just disappeared' because that is exactly what happened. Even when the crowd thinned out and dispersed, not one of them were in sight.
Sighing, Momo decided to call Sona as she made her return to her King.
"Maybe your just a bit stressed?" Rias said as she sat across from her rival, both engaged in the game of chess.
"No I'm not Rias. Something is off about those two, I know there is." Sona insisted.
"Well how about I give it a try with my peerage then?" Rias suggested.
"Momo and Tsubaki say, that they just keep disappearing without a trace. How will you prevent that?" Sona asked.
Rias rubbed her chin, moving her Rook and taking of one Sona's Knights.
"Why don't I just approach them directly?" She suggested. Rias was much more forward with her strategies than her rival. She was also very persistent when she wanted to be.
"I suppose that may work, but don't make it to obvious. You'll end up driving them away." However Sona already felt that the redhead was going to just that anyway.
"Checkmate." Rias frowned as she checked the board and saw how Sona had taken her King. She sighed. "Next time." Was all she said while leaving the room.
Sona put the board away and looked at the two documents on her desk. Each held a picture of the boys Issei Hyoudou, and Indra Kaneshiro. She narrowed her eyes, as if the pictures were mocking her. "Just what are you hiding?"
Issei looked back towards the school, making Indra stop to look at him curiously. "Something wrong?" Issei blinked before swiveling back around and continuing forward. "I got a strange feeling just now. Perhaps things will get interesting here." He said while chuckling.
They headed back for the hideout to check on their guests again. It would be rude to just leave them in their condition without knowledge of how to take care of themselves.
They entered their secluded home and saw their fallen angel guests sitting at the table, playing a game of cards.
"I see you three are feeling better." Issei said, making his presence known. The girls jumped a little but relaxed at the sight of the two assassins.
"Yeah, we feel a little better, but the pain still makes our bodies ache." Raynare said wincing slightly when she stood up.
Indra looped his arm under hers and helped her over to the medical table and proceeded to get her to drink from a bottle, the one most likely used on them—the girls presumed.
"By the way, we never got your names." Issei said as he helped Mittelt to her feet.
"My name's Raynare." Said the violet eyed women from the medical table.
"I'm Kalawarner." The blue haired women said.
"And I'm Mittelt!" The blond in Issei's arms exclaimed, making him chuckle at her childishness. Speaking of childlike behavior, he needed to check on Asia.
"Here, let Indra tend to you. I need to check on Asia."
"Mmmm, where am I?" Asia woke up from her rather long nap, looking around curiously. She saw what appeared to be rocky walls—an underground lair of some kind.
"Are you feeling better?" She heard Issei's voice, and quickly looked to her side to see her old friend friend smiling softly at her.
"Yes. I feel better, but where are we?" She asked. She saw Issei chuckle.
"Right now, you're in our hideout." He answered. Asia looked confused, prompting the brunette to further break down his explanation. "Indra stays here with me as well, so it is our hideout." He said.
"Oh, I see. Can you... turn around please. I need to heal myself, but... well you know." Issei nodded in understanding and turned away from her.
"Come join us in the main room when you feel ready." He said, leaving the former nun to herself.
Indra was finished administering the girls with their medicine, and had them sitting on the floor for the moment.
"Well, you were kind enough to introduce yourselves. Now we will do the same. My name is Issei Hyoudou." Issei pointed to Indra. "And this is Indra Kaneshiro, an old friend of mine."
"Why did you rescue us?" Raynare asked.
Issei raised an eyebrow. "Why not? You had nothing to do with what happened in the church. You were innocent, and we won't stand by while innocent people are in danger." Indra nodded in agreement.
"But-"
"Shhh!" Issei put a finger to his mouth, and Raynare stopped talking. "You were innocent. No arguing, understand?" He asked with a soft tone. Raynare sighed, but then looked back up at the two with a smile. "You two are something else." She giggled.
"One of a kind for sure." Issei replied with smirk. He then saw Asia dressed in the clothes he left her. She now wore a dark green yukata with a cream colored obi tied around it, and a gray hakama skirt.
"It's nice of you to join us." Issei commented, liking how she looked in the garments.
Asia blushed, noticing how Issei was looking at her. She saw Raynare sitting on the floor and went over to give her a hug. While the two embraced Indra brought out a tray with cups of tea from the small kitchen area they had in the spare room.
"Thank you Indra." Issei took a sip of tea before placing the cup on the table, and faced the girls. "Now, to why we brought you here, it should be quite easy to know. But that isn't the topic we wished to discuss with you." He said, getting curious looks.
Issei got himself comfortable since the girls were going to be permanent residents here anyway. "It all started when..."
Done, I hope this one was satisfactory. Please review.
A little late I suppose, but that's life for ya. Any who, I don't plan to expose our assassins until at least one or two more chapters pass. Speaking of chapters, a new assassin is going to appear in the next one, so be ready for that!
Now I'm done with news and announcements, I'll see you next chapter.
