Kyo: *sits and puts Mystery Food X near him* I don't own both franchises they belong to their respective owners. Well, it was VERY LONG~! But, back to the daily gri-

Loki: Will discard that THING already?!

Kyo: Not until I'm sure you guys won't kill me! Oh and disclaimer: Characters, traits, appearances and etc. belong to their respective franchise~!


Daytime

Junes

Food Court

Deduction- P4 OST

"...And that's our leader's current situation." Yosuke says as he shares the information to the Investigation Team members in their impromptu meeting.

At first, they were curious when Yosuke wanted their immediate attention. But that attention soon turns into worry when the team's second-in-command told them about the situation their leader is in.

"Well shouldn't we go out there and help him?" Kanji says, raring to go to aid his senpai.

"Yeah! Let's go there and help Yu-kun!" Chie exclaims, seconding Kanji's proposal.

"Now, just wait a moment here!" Yosuke interrupts them, gaining the attention of the two.

"Huh what's the matter Yosuke-senpai?" Kanji asks.

"We just can't go there and help him!" Yosuke exclaims in protest.

"And why not?" Chie asks

"Well, for one thing Chie we do have school." Yukiko says reminding her best friend and catching the attention of Kanji.

'Oh yeah, school.' Chie and Kanji thought as they're reminded of it.

"And let's not forget, we have our own lives to deal with." Rise says sadly, reminding herself of her career and adding to the problem in helping their beloved leader.

"B-but sensei needs our help..." Teddie says worriedly.

What Teddie said, and whether they agree to come to his aid or not, conveys what everyone feels, that they are worried for Yu and his current situation over there. It doesn't help them that the Fool also told his partner that he was attacked and is seemingly at the crossroads of a conflict between factions.

"Although I have to admit, it is through some scepticism that we doubt your words Yosuke-senpai..." Naoto says showing the sentiments of the other team members earlier on what Yosuke was telling them based on his conversation with Yu. "Then again, this is senpai were talking about he wouldn't lie about this."

"Hey, I'm with you there, for a second there I thought partner was just kidding." Yosuke says scratching his head. "But it's partner were talking about he wouldn't make up something outrageous as this."

"But still, it is to be expected. That there's a world of the supernatural that is." Yukiko says telling what everyone is feeling.

"Yeah, and I thought the only supernatural thing here is Teddie and the TV World." Kanji says sarcastically with lidded eyes.

"Hey" Teddie pouts getting out of the costume and close to Kanji. "I'm not supernatural, I'm cute~!"

"H-hey I get it Ted! S-stop getting close damn punk!" Kanji says pushing away Teddie's face as it gets closer to his.

"U-uh, uhmmmm..." was the only response of the other members seeing the scene.

"A-anyways *ahem*." Naoto says diverting the attention back to the topic. "The thought of a possibility of such a world. After all, we did face a goddess and our Personas and senpai's are based on the myths of the world."

"Yeah" everyone says in agreement.

Thinking back, with all the battles it did make sense that there would be a supernatural world. What with their Personas resembling myths from their country as well as their leader's Personas from myths around the world. Little did they know that their Personas are the myths themselves who has taken residence in their soul as they had heeded their call and taken the role of representing their selves.

"Speaking of goddess, have you told Marie yet." Kanji says reminding Yosuke of another person.

Marie, also known as Izanami-no-Mikoto, the goddess of the fertile land and the one they rescued as they discovered the true culprit of the case which is another side of her. Normally at the mention of her name Rise would cringe as both are in competition for the attention and ultimately the affection of the Fool. Unfortunately for them, little did they know as well as the other members that the Fool found his Fortune which got weird when some of them noticed that Naoto went silent at the mention of Marie.

"No, not yet but someone's gotta tell her. And I guess I'll be the one to do it." Yosuke says. "But let's get back to the main topic here. Now I know as much as we want to go to our leader's needs we really can't. We'll be a burden to our leader right now at this time."

New Days- P4 OST

"Besides, knowing our leader he'll probably tell us to go back. Since he doesn't want to be a burden on us." Naoto says with closed eyes and a smile through which other members follow with their own smile.

"Yeah, also if partner ever needs us he won't hesitate to call us after all." Yosuke says knowing his best friend.

"Yeah Yu-kun does that." Yukio says with a smile along Chie who nods in agreement. "Well that's our leader for ya!"

"That's our sensei for ya~!" Teddie says enthusiastically

"Yeah senpai will be fine~!" Rise says happily with Kanji and Naoto sharing her sentiments.

"Well if that's all lets finish this meeting." Rise adds on as she and the other members leave.

However as all members leave Yosuke grabs Naoto's arm to gain her attention. Naoto looks at Yosuke curiously and wonders why he had wanted her attention.

"What's the matter Yosuke-senpai?" Naoto says as Yosuke lets go of her arm.

"I was thinking, maybe you should go to our leader's aid?" Yosuke suggests which is received by a surprised Naoto.

"But Yosuke-senpai! You said-" Naoto says until she was interrupted by her Fool's partner.

"I know what I said but even you can help but be worried of Yu right?" Yosuke says as she puts her cap down to confirm his suspicions. 'Heh, even if we assure ourselves that he'll be fine we still worry about him. After all, he's the one that brought us all together and based on what he told us.'

"Look, we all can go but as we said; we have school and our folks will get suspicious." Yosuke says pointing out again the problems in going to the leader's side. "But you can get past all that. After all, you're a detective and you can convince your grandfather to move to another school whether for a case or something. I'm sure you can make an excuse."

"I suppose, but still-" Naoto says only to be cut off again by Yosuke's assurance.

"Don't worry I'll tell the others, I'm sure they'll understand." Yosuke says as he gives Naoto a smirk which receives a raised eyebrow from the Fortune. "Besides, I saw that you went silent when I mention Marie. Usually it's just Rise who's cringing about her is there something going on between you and partner?"

"A-ah, u-uhm w-well..." Naoto says lightly blushing and looking sideways.

'Heh, I knew it...' Yosuke thought to himself, ever since he saw Naoto and Yu spending time with each other during New Year he had an inkling of something between the Fool and Fortune. "I won't tell a soul about it. Although, you do know you'll have to tell them about it at some point."

"I-I know so until then, please keep it a secret." Naoto says hoping that the Magician would keep his word.

"Don't worry, however knowing them it won't be easy letting them down." Yosuke says to Naoto; both knowing that some members, namely a Priestess and a Lover, are captivated by the Fool. "But when that time comes, I'll be at your side and partner's on this."

"Thank you Yosuke-senpai." Naoto says as she is grateful for Yosuke in keeping their affair a secret until the time comes for her to tell them. 'And I'm sure it'll be a long while.'

"Anyway, if you are sure about this. Then I'll pack my things and tell my grampa about it." Naoto says agreeing to Yosuke's proposal. "Although, I'll have to see what school he's in and I'll find living quarters..."

"Hmmmmm why don't you live with him?" Yosuke suggest 'innocently' as he smirks at Naoto's reaction.

"Wh-what're you saying Yosuke-senpai! I-I..." Naoto says blushing furiously, which receives an amused reaction from the Magician.

"You're really in love with partner huh? Better treat him well okay?" Yosuke says quickly getting up before Naoto could retort. "I gotta go, my shift is coming soon. And you better go to him."

As the Magician leaves, the Fortune is left alone with her thoughts before standing up and steeling her resolve. With her cap set and her watch ready for the purpose of reuniting with her Fool, she stands and leaves in order to make preparations, to aid the Fool in his endeavours. She looks on to the sky leaving a thought behind as she goes to her current residence.

'Senpai, no matter what I'll stay by your side.'

When they met, it seems the Fool has found his Fortune. Now it is the Fortune that must reunite her Fool.


Daytime

Kuoh City

Heartbeat, Heartbreak- P4 OST

The centre of a city is where it's 'heart' lies. It is where everything is concentrated, where commerce, entertainment and even power is shown. But more importantly, it is where people mingle with each other. Ranging from friends to loved ones, the city centre is one of the many places where people hang out. Normally it would be considered normal as it happens day to day especially with the current weather. However in this situation a certain grey-haired teen hidden amongst the populace is observing a brown-haired teen probably a year younger who's waiting for his date. A date, thought the grey-haired fool and his family, that might become potentially deadly to the brown-haired pervert.

'What're we waiting for!? Wouldn't it be better to just get rid of that fallen and be done with it!?' Hell Biker says impatiently as Yu could hear the revving of his chopper in his soul which is emitting smoke.

'T'would do us all a favor and use that brain of yours for once you profanity spewing ghost rider.' King Frost says with mockery in his tone which in turn irritates the biker. 'Besides, t'would be best that way. After all, t'would be easy eliminating her but what would doing that get us hmmmmm? Tis' better to save the pervert and kindly ask her questions about things we would like to know as well.'

'He's right you know Bikey, there's a lot of things we need to know that she may have.' Cu Chulainn surprisingly being the voice of reason in this debacle.

'Hnrghhhh! Fine, but when things go sideways let's clip the chick's wings.' Hell Biker says as he revs his engine once more. 'And don't call me Bikey! You stupid Dog!'

'Unfortunately fer you it ain't yer decision to make.' Arhabaki says as he opens his eyes to gleam at the raging spectre. 'Unless it's Yu's choice, we just have to watch.'

'I'm sure he'll let us bruise her, or clip a wing or two.' Eligor says as he parades around his lance, practicing to deliver the final blow. 'Right Yu? Yu?'

All eyes are now on Yu as he observes Issei while looking inwardly, listening to his Personas conversation. As they await his say on the matter what he says next was unexpected yet funny to some.

'I wonder if the smoke coming from Hell Biker's chopper will give me cancer...' Yu says apathetically, but was receive with cackles and stifled laughter from the Personas, aside from Hell Biker who is fuming with rage.

'You mean to say you weren't listening to our conversation!' Hell Biker says as his fury belches out more smoke from his ride.

'No no I was listening, it's just that when you think about it. If you guys can react to the physical world, can't you guys affect my body especially your smoke?' Yu says revealing to them what he's thinking. 'After all, isn't smoking a leading cause of lung cancer?'

'I think it only happens if it's long term Yu. But you are right we do have to take precautions for your health.' Hariti says in a motherly tone.

Unfortunately, Hell Biker takes it the wrong way and is now infuriated as smoke is now being dispatched in huge amounts.

'Snrk, careful Bikey, wouldn't wanna damage Yu's lungs now AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA~!' Cu Chulainn says cackling, possibly as payback for his insult to him.

For the biker however, this seems to be the last straw as the increasing frustration reaches it's peak ready to run down anyone who annoyed him.

'RRRRRRRRGGGGGGNNNNNNHHHHHH! RRRRRRRAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!' Hell Biker roars ready for a road rage but was quickly doused out by Genbu. 'H-*garbled sounds*, pl-*garbled sounds* sto-*garbled sounds* STO-*garbled sounds* STOOOOOOOOOOO-*garbled sounds*P.'

The biker's pleas however were on deaf ears as Kohryu and Black Frost joins the fray. The only thing that's keeping the biker standing was his bike and even then he's hanging for dear life.

'Will you cease your rage then, you impudent little delinquent?' Kohryu says as he narrows his eyes ready to bring out more water to drown the biker. Fortunately it wasn't the case as the biker nods promising to calm down and thus the torrent of water stops.

'Heeeey, nice save 'Gold', put it there~!' Loki says one hand high only to receive a glare from the dragon as the 'Trickster' sweatdrops from the gaze. 'Message received~!'

'Oi! Why don't ye focus here Eh! After all we're on a mission!' Belial yells in an attempt to get them back to the present situation. 'Now personally, all ah want ta do is just leave the pervert in that mess, all of us want it that way! But since were 'ere why don't we do our part and help our nephew like a family! And not damn bicker like some clucking chickens!'

All Personas nods to what Uncle Red says. All in all, they honestly don't care what happens to the pervert. However, they know someone important to them that cares for the fate of the pervert. And not just the pervert, he had also shown his concern for the fate of not just people close to him but to everyone in general especially his loved ones and family.

'He is right, tis' our duty to help him as a family...' Raphael says in a booming voice he rallies the family. 'Now let's do our duty and help our family member!'

'Shhhhh~! We don't want to make some noise! Hee-hee-hoo~!' Pyro Jack says as the others nod and like Yu observe the pervert until the fallen angel shows up.

'E-eh b-but-' Raphael struggles to say something until he was interrupted.

"Someone's in contact with Issei..." Yu says garnering all the attention of the Personas leaving Raphael in the dust and in tears.

'There, there brother you'll get your spotlight.' Gabriel says patting the back of his brother cheering him up.

'*sniffle* B-but I don't want to be a Theodore...' Raphael says as he knows this happens in the everyday life of a certain Velvet Room resident.

True to what the Fool says, Issei is with someone. But not the one they know as 'Amano Yuuma', the one in current contact seems to be a woman and in some sort of devil outfit.

'Doesn't look like our fallen, but she does have a taint of being a devil, not pertaining the costume of course.' Pazuzu says as he looks onto the others. 'You don't think little miss queen knows about the perv's situation?'

'Is she even in Rias' group in the first place? More importantly, what is she doing with Issei?' Tam Lin asks curiously. 'And if she is with Rias, do you think she's inviting him to join Rias' group?'

"Who knows, but look it seems she's giving him something." Yu says as he and his Personas see the woman give Issei a flier, smile and go her merry way. "And there she goes."

However, as the woman leaves she momentarily glances at Yu giving him a look of recognition and leaving at a faster pace.

'Huh, so I guess she is part of little Miss Crimson's group eh?' Belphegor says as he puts on a 'Thinker' pose contemplating. It could've been more fitting had he been sitting on something else.

'Who cares all we're here for is-?!' Nebiros says until something catches his attention. 'The fallen, she is here!'

Hearing this tidbit, Yu and the others follow the attention of where Uncle Black is focused and true enough 'Amano Yuuma' is there and is conversing with Issei.

'H-hey Hey! So what're they saying can anyone hear?' Incubus asks as they witness the interaction between the pervert and the non-human.

"Hmmmm, let me try something..." Yu says as he quietly crushes a card and summons some leaves in the palm of his hand.

'Leaves?' Uriel says incredulously with eyebrows raised. 'Now why did you summon leav- Unless they're not leaves, it's him huh?'

Yu nods as he blows the leaves and they went in the direction of Issei and Yuuma; and appearing before Yu in a transparent form is Hitokoto-Nushi. "Hitokoto-Nushi, can you hear what they say?"

'Hold on Yu-sama, let me hone in on their words.' Hitokoto-Nushi says as he concentrates on the parts of him that are interacting with the outside world. 'Lemme see, hmmmmmm... Ah! Here, you can hear their words now.'

Thanks to the Japanese god of words, the Fool and his family are now hearing what the two are saying to each other.

"Sorry, did you wait so long?" Yuuma says as she waits for Issei to respond.

"Nope, I just got here." Issei says, however his mind says a different story as it lets out an excited whine. 'I've ALWAYS wanted to say that line just once!'

'Wait I can hear what he thinks too?' Yu asks to Hitokoto-Nushi as the god nods in response.

'With me, you can hear the words not only in mouth but in the mind and in the heart, of things spoken and unspoken' Hitokoto-Nushi says. 'As long as what they can convey can be formed in words I can translate them for you Narukami-sama.'

'My, my gaining access through their conversation using their words.' Michael says as he smiles at Yu. 'Truly you are improving your skills cos.'

'Speaking of words. WHAT A LOSER!' Incubus says cackling. 'If he's going to say something cool like that, he should've stop there~! That next dialogue has just hosed his 'coolness' down. If there ever was one, hahahahaha~!'

'Speak for yourself...' Ishtar says as she whips her hair hitting Incubus. 'After all, you are a perv like him.'

'Hey! At least I gots the flows~.' Incubus says as he flashes a cocky grin which was buffeted by fireballs because of Alice.

'Hmph, yeah right! Onii-chan has the flows and the skills.' Alice says as she smiles coyly at the injured devil. 'You've got some because you're with Onii-chan.'

"Lets go..." Yu says as he stands, dismisses Hitokoto-Nushi and leaves, gaining the attention of his Personas. "They're going for their 'date' we gotta move out."

'Alright let's go Onii-chan~!' Alice says as she clings on to him floating in her transparent form earning a sweatdrop from other Personas with her sudden changes of behavior all for her 'Onii-chan'.


Afternoon

Your Affection- P4 OST

Kuoh City

And so the faux date between the two ensue, unbeknownst to them that the Fool watches on to protect his kouhai should his date turn unpleasant. As the 'date' went on the two did stuff like what an ordinary date would be; like going to buy clothes or simple window shopping. Currently they are in a cafe eating desserts and drinks and the Fool is only two tables away, observing them.

'Well, looks like they're doing things a dating couple should...' Jack Frost says enthusiastically as he turns to face the other Personas with wide arms. 'See~! I told there's nothing wrong~! Aside from being a fallen, I think she just like him~!'

'Hmmmmmmm...' say the Personas contemplating on whether the snow fairy's points prove valid or not.

'I doubt it.' says Death bluntly with Personas following his opinion, each putting a metaphorical arrow straight through him.

As Jack Frost weakly reaches out for his brother for support, Pyro Jack in turn reaches and places his left hand on his brother's shoulder and looks at him squarely. 'Brother...'

'Ah brother~...' Jack Frost says naively knowing that his brother is there to cheer him up, even though he also disagree with his views.

'I seriously doubt it.' Pyro Jack says nonchalantly.

This seems to be the final straw for the snow fairy as he is now crying and summons himself in translucent form to cling to Yu. 'WAAAAHHHHH! Brother Yu, brother is being mean to me! WAAAAHHHHHH!'

With the scene unfolding it causes Daisoujou to smack Pyro Jack in the head with his talisman which earned the ire of the spirit of Halloween. 'OW! WHAT did I do!?'

'That's going too far Jack, brothers shouldn't do that to each other.' Daisoujou chastises him as he lectures him while raising the bell in his left hand to ring it. 'Though siblings may quarrel at times, in the end they are united in balance, one of the symbols of a great bond Yu-dono fosters.'

'Yeah, I agree with the monk much as I'm surprised myself.' Lucifer states smirking while looking at his siblings then the Jack Bros. 'Sure I made hell here and there, instigated somethings that way and the other way. But even I wouldn't go that far with what you've done.'

'B-but you with heaven, and the insurrection a-and and...' Pyro Jack says glaring at Lucifer like some hypocrite and would have complained further if it weren't for Alice interrupting.

'Pointing out Lucifer's hypocrisy does not excuse you from what you did Pyro Jack.' Alice says while Lucifer pouts at the indirect quip aimed at him. 'As siblings, you should strive to improve relationships and deepen the bond you share...'

All of a sudden Alice comes out, and like Jack Frost clings to Yu's in his back while smiling giddily. 'Just like me and Onii-chan~!'

'So for short one us needs to be mature and the other super spoiled eh~?' Pyro Jack quips with emotions taking control of his words, oblivious to his consequences in the form of an angry Alice; who returned back to Yu's soul and is behind the pumpkin spirit. 'Well, I guess this'll be easy then I'll be the mature one and, hey where did she g-AUGHHHHH!'

With no intention in joining the mess and opting to focus on the objective, Yu observes Issei to find him sitting alone and looking sideways with a goofy smile on his face reminding him of his 'Partner'. Seeing this may be an opportunity to slide things to his favor, Yu decides to approach Issei while the fallen is yet to be seen.

"Hyoudou-san? What a coincidence, what're you doing here?" Yu says feigning curiosity as he gets the pervert's attention.

"Huh Bishonen-senpai?" Issei says as he focuses on Yu and asks the question back rather suspiciously. "How about you, what're you doing here?"

"Since I just moved here I decided to spend my time getting familiar with the area and decided to take a break here." Yu answers as he asks back his question to Issei. "What're you doing here?"

In that instant, the pervert gives a smirk and makes a hammy laughter giving his answer. "Well I'm in a date with someone, her name is Amano Yuma an-"

"Huh, is that so? Well then, congratulations." Yu says interrupting Issei and earning a frown from him. As the fool leaves for his table he turns back to Issei, smiles and gives an advice; something which catches the pervert off-guard. "Piece of advice though, the sunset is gonna look nice later on. Try to end this date somewhere were the sunset can be seen like that park, to set the mood. And take the initiative while you're at it, it never hurts being the one to take the first step."

"Huh?! Wait! Why tell me that?" Issei asks Yu as he waits for an answer. "Isn't it obvious? You're my kouhai, isn't it a senpai's responsibility to help their kouhais?"

"B-but-" Issei retorts only to be interrupted by his senpai. "Besides, it seems we started in the wrong foot last time, it's best that we sort it out right? I hope we can be great acquaintances."

Strength of Heart (P4 ver.)- P4 OST

As the Fool finishes his piece and offer his hand, the pervert looks at it with uncertainty for a moment but shakes it with a friendly face as he nods his head; and then, what Yu and his family didn't expect was the world slowing and seeing a card inscribed with a roman numeral I in front of them. And the card contains the image of a hooded man raising a chalice with an infinity symbol in his hands, knowing the implication of this, they inevitably hear a voice from within.

Thou art I... And I am thou...

Thou hast established a new bond...

It brings thee closer to your true potential...

Thy World shall welcome Personas of the Magus Arcana...

'Greeeaaaat, just great! That means more annoying new neighbors invading my doorstep!' grumbles Baphomet as he crosses his arms.

'Don't you mean 'lawn' gramps?' says Incubus while snickering until Baphoment takes hold of his neck and strangles him in fury.

'WHY YOU LITTLE-!' Baphomet says with fury.

'ARGH, uncle, uncle, UNCLE!' Incubus says as he tries to struggle out of Baphomet's hold.

'I don't mind new people, as long as they aren't pervs...' Hariti says looking calm but exposing an aura of concern as she looks on the card and whom the bond is tied to. 'We already have one perv to contend with, we don't need another one to influence dear Yu!'

'Or another prankster...' Rangda points out. 'We already have lots of those!'

As the Personas nod in agreement, only two object, directing the attention to them.

'Hey!' Incubus and Loki say collectively knowing the others were implying the two of them.

As the two begin the argument with the others; Death was simply watching his godson as his potential grows. 'So it begins, your potential will grow but so will the strength of your enemies...'

'However, worry not godchild, I will be there for you as other members of our family will.' Death says as he looks on to the family showing a bit of warmth in his gaze, unbeknownst to the quarrelling Personas. 'Your journey will take you to great heights and thus your World becomes bigger and brighter.'

As Death finishes his inner monologue and tries to mitigate the brewing feud, the Fool and the Magus acquaint themselves as a bond is forming between the two.

"To take the initiative and set the mood eh? Thanks bisho-I mean senpai!" Issei says as he continues on with an apologetic demeanour. "Uhhh about yesterday, sorry I called you 'bishonen-senpai' and looked like a bad kouhai."

"It's no problem, well see you at school." Yu says as he waves to Issei who waves back and nods. "See you in school then senpai!"

As Yu leaves the café, he quickly turns into a corner and make haste for the park to prepare for whatever may happen. Now that he bonded with Issei and at least saw a part of him, the Fool is now more determined to save the Magus from his fate.


Afternoon

Kuoh City

Several minutes ago, before Yu notices his opportunity to talk to Issei. Raynare is 'enjoying' her date with the pervert as she smiles knowing that he is oblivious to his fate. As they interact the fallen sees the setting sun, an indication to wrap up the operation. She was about to suggest a secluded spot, until both hear a ring tone coming from her cellphone. Excusing herself, she goes to the restroom all the while the Fool talks to the pervert as she answers the call, irritated that someone dare interrupt her.

"Who is this!? This better be important OR-" Raynare says angrily until she was interrupted. "Whoa, calm down 'leader' it's Dohnaseek."

"Tch, what is it!?" Raynare says getting irritated by the moment. "Forget the target, I've got a 'gut feeling' it's gonna end up biting your ass."

"What are you talking about 'forget the target'!?" Raynare vehemently says in her phone to Dohnaseek. "I don't care about that 'gut feeling' of yours! Everything is going according to my plan! And I won't let you or anyone interfere get it!?"

"Just trust me here..." Dohnaseek says as he continues the conversation "I would've never called you if that were the case."

"Trust you? HA! Big words for someone who botched his job in eliminating a puny human~!" Raynare snidely remarks, hearing an annoyed grunt from Dohnaseek on the other side giving her some satisfaction. "Maybe after I eliminate the pervert I'll finish your job for you~?"

"Dammit Raynare, this is serious!" Dohnaseek angrily remarks. "Better leave now or el-"

Zone Time- P4 OST

"Whoops~ Maybe you could tell me what you want to say later~" Raynare says as she puts down the call abruptly and prepares to leave the restroom.

'Just a little more, lead him to a secluded spot and end his miserable existence~!' Raynare thought with malicious glee. 'Although, I have to admit this was fun while it lasted...'

Unknown to her, the Fool has already prepared the field by talking to the pervert. As she returns, Raynare is surprised by Issei taking the initiative and leading her to a secluded spot. Not that she's complaining as it just makes her job easier.

'Great~! All that's left is to just kill him and be over with it~!' Raynare happily thought, but was cut short by remembering Dohnaseek's warning. 'Heh, as if something wrong will happen! That old man should retire, permanently~!'


Afternoon

Kuoh City

Zone Time- P4 OST

Abandoned Church

"se! Hello? Hello!? HEY!?" Dohnaseek shouts in his phone to see if Raynare is still on the line. "DAMMIT, THAT IRRITATING BITCH!"

Seeing that his 'leader' Raynare abruptly ended the conversation not taking his heed, he takes his anger on the cellphone by throwing it to the ground and stomping on it. That however has gotten the attention of his other two compatriots who went in to see what's happening.

One is a tall and buxom woman with long, navy blue hair that obscured her right eye and brown eyes. Her attire consisted of a violet, trench coat-like top with a wide collar, a matching miniskirt, and black heeled shoes. The trench coat top was open at her chest, giving view to her breasts and cleavage. She also wore a gold necklace around her neck. And the other, a girl with blonde hair styled into twintails and blue eyes. She wore a gothic lolita attire, which consisted of a black lolita dress with white frills, a large black bow on the front, and a green jewel embedded on the collar, white thigh-high socks, and black shoes. She also wore a large black bow on top of her hair.

"What's going on? Can't you see I'm trying to sleep?" complains the woman while yawning. "It's hard to get some peace and quiet with bicker going on about."

"Shut it, Kalawarner!" Dohnaseek retorts to the woman now known as Kalawarner who is put off by what he said then turns to the girl. "Mittelt, can you sense where Raynare is going?"

"Sure I can but why?" the girl now known as Mittelt responds curiously. "It's not like the pervert will awaken his Sacred Gear anytime soon. So it's easy pickings for Raynare what's the worry?"

"Just help me get to her." Dohnaseek says to Mittelt as he straightens his trench coat, puts on his black fedora and prepares to leave. "And while we're at it, would you mind joining me for this excursion you two?"

"I guess I'll join, beats napping." Kalawarner says as Mittelt nods in answer to Dohnaseek's request. "But what do you expect to find? As Mittelt says the boy is an easy target, Raynare will be fine."

"I don't know about that." Dohnaseek says as he puts a hand to his chin. "As I said to our 'leader', I just have this feeling..."

"Well, based on what some of your former partners said; your 'feelings' have never led them astray before." Kalawarner says as she looks at Dohnaseek who makes a bitter face at the mention of his former partners. "Hey, are you alright?"

"I'm fine." Dohnaseek says quickly as he reveals his wings. "Now come on."

As Dohnaseek and the other two fly away to Raynare, the fallen cannot help but feel some excitement but mostly trepidation as he remembers his target when Raynare mentioned him. 'I really hope he isn't there, here's wishing this doesn't bite me in the ass.'


Afternoon

Kuoh City

Youthful Lunch- P4 OST

Park

'So we just sit our asses and wait for them here?' Incubus says as he huffs and looks the other way. 'BOOORRRRRRIIIINNNNGGGG!'

'We could find an alternative, like torturing you?' Uncle Black suggests as others are tempted by his suggestion and the demon in question is sweating buckets.

'C-come on guys, I'm just kidding! Right Yu? Yu!?' Incubus says as they turn to the Fool for a response.

'While we're here why don't we practice what I can do so far?' Yu suggests completely ignoring the situation his family is having.

'Y-yeah let's help Yu practice! After all it's best to go prepared!' Incubus says completely grateful in this rare moment that Yu's purposeful ignorance of their situation is his saving grace.

'Liar, you just want an escape for your ass...' Loki says riling up Incubus as the demon retorts desperately with some mix of fury for the prankster deity. 'N-no way! I'm completely serious about what I said!'

'Suuuuure you are!' Cu Chulainn says cackling at the pressed demon before turning his attention to Yu. 'But seriously, what PervySharp-Dick here is saying is right, it beats sitting around here.'

Hearing the sounds of agreement from the others, Yu's decision is set. Instead of waiting around, as his family suggests, Yu practices the abilities he had learned so far and hopefully learn new ones deriving from his family. In order to practice and not attract any attention, the Fool goes to a secluded part in the park, away from prying eyes but close to the spot where he left should he and his family spot any trouble.

'So what should you practice Yu?' Thoth says as he puts his book on his head and poises a thinking pose. 'Hmmmmmmm...'

'I believe I have an answer for that, unless...' says Scathach as she looks to the others if there are any complaints. Taking their silence as permission to continue she focuses on Yu. 'Very well, dear apprentice would you kindly summon me.'

Complying to her request, Yu crushes the card that appears before him and summons the warrior-queen of the Land of Shadows who apparently is taking the role of mentor. However something is amiss, as a figure suddenly appears, in a form of an alluring woman with long purple hair wearing a tight suit similar to the colour of her hair but only a tinge darker. The woman carries a blood-red spear and possesses the same blood-red eyes and is floating crossed-legged as she stares at the Fool.

While some Personas are silent discussing among themselves if this figure was the new resident, Yu and other Personas however already knows that the alluring woman in front of him is none other than the 'mentor' herself. Admittedly at first, Yu would've been at the same predicament, wondering if this is the new resident and if he summoned her unintentionally. But it isn't the case as Yu uses Scathach's aid then and even now and she always presents herself levitating and cross-legged. The only missing thing from this is the usual form he sees her, with the notable features of her pale skin, more revealing black tight suit with a cross attached, the rose tattoo on her face, and the large black hat gone replacing it with new ones.

To this end, Yu wonders if Cu Chulainn could recognize her, after all they have a history together there must be some giveaway to know that it's her. And if other Personas such as Death, shape shifters, angels and devils are not surprised by the figure in front of them.

'And judging by the feeling of familiarity I feel from him...' Yu thinks as he senses that feeling from the Hound of Ulster. 'I guess I'm not the only one who knows it's her.'

'Uhhhhhhh, who the heck are you?' Sylph asks as she breaks the silence. 'Ah, you the new neighbour?'

"What are you talking about fairy?" Scathach says as she is confused by the question. "Don't you recognize me?"

Silence once more consumes some Personas who have no clue of who she is, as they try to figure out the identity of the entity. That is, until they were hit with realization as to who is the Persona in front of them.

'HUUUUHHHHHHH!?' Some Personas responds with surprise. 'Scathach! Is that you!?'

"Yes, why are you all suprised?" Scathach asks very curious of their surprised reactions. "You have all seen me every time my dear apprentice needs my aid. Is there any reason why you are all acting like this?"

'Uhhhhhh, Yu don't you have any mirror, reflection or anything to show her?' Obariyon says scratching his head. 'It'll be better that way than telling her right?'

Nodding, Yu gets his cellphone in his pocket and takes a picture of Scathach and shows it to her. Upon seeing her image in Yu's phone surprise takes over Scathach's as she touches her own face and looks at her outfit to confirm what is being shown in the device.

'I-it can't be this is...' Scathach says in shock but unable to finish her words, so Cu Chulainn finished for her. 'Her true form.'

'EHHHHHHHHH!?' Some Personas exclaim hearing this interesting tidbit. 'So that's what she really looks like!?'

Deduction- P4 OST

'Oi, wait a minute here!' Oni states with all attention to him. 'If this is her real form, then why now? I mean she could've gotten her real form when Yu called her, or just stayed to the form we always see her so why now?'

When the red ogre points that out, the Personas discuss this phenomena wondering themselves why this is happening.

'If I may...' Death interrupts with all looking to him now. 'I may have a theory as to why this interesting predicament is happening.'

'Theory? Please, you've been here long enough Death.' Lucifer says with a surprisingly serious tone. 'I'm certain what you will say is proven fact more than a theory.'

'Well, I've have not seen anything like this before.' Death retorts attempting to debunk Lucifer's statement. 'And what I will say is just what I've pieced together, based on the events that has happened to Yu to possibly explain what is happening.'

'Besides, I'm sure some of you may have come to the same conclusion as I have right?' Death says further as he looks onto some high-ranking angels and demons as well as entities of knowledge and fate within Yu's soul.

'Well, you are as they say 'right on the money' about that.' Thoth says as he looks at Death and confirm the horseman's proposition.

As other Personas included in Death's category looks at him as well with recognition to what he said, the horseman nods and speak once again. 'Very well then, I shall explain this conundrum and hear your thoughts on this.'

'Now as we know we've come far to where we are so to speak.' Death says pertaining to the journey so far.

'Yeah, from defeating powerful entities to stalking enemies to get one up on them totally far from where we are then.' Seiten Taisei quips sarcastically. 'Are we getting to the point or are we gonna long-wind this discussion?'

'Well if you're gonna talk that way...' Death says as he grabs Seiten's staff and bashes the monkey's head with it. 'Might as well got to the point. Although, I would like you to shut up annoying simian.'

'HEY!' Seiten Taisei says as he grabs his staff and rubs the spot in his head where Death struck him. 'Fine! But this ain't over!'

'Heh, just try you chimpanzee. Never seen anyone get a one up on my brother so I doubt you can do that.' White Rider mocks Seiten Taisei.

'*Ahem* Point is, perhaps Scathach's new appearance before us is a sign of 'Yu's Potential' or 'World' is growing.' Death says as the others contemplate. 'We did bond with the Sacred Gear user, and as much as I dismay on that premise perhaps this could be the reason.'

'Interesting point you've brought up.' Daisoujou says conveying what the Personas feel.

'Another theory is as I said before we've come so far and we've gained a lot in those journeys.' Death says. 'One of them, being attaining the 'truth' after that climactic battle against Izanami.'

'Hmmmm, are you implying...' Thoth asks as Death nods before the question is finished confirming the Egyptian deity's question.

Leaving only nods, 'hmmms' and thinking poses between the two and some Personas, which leaves most who don't grasp what they are thinking irritated.

'Uhhhmmmm, excuse me!' Pixie says gaining the attention of both the baboon god and rider. 'You guys seem to be the only ones getting it. Maybe some are getting the gist of your 'implications', but what about most of us here? Whoooooo, oh I don't know DON'T UNDERSTAND WHAT BOTH OF YOU ARE SAYING!'

'Oh, okay then...' Death says calmly amidst the irritated Personas. 'What were thinking is since Yu manage to gain the 'truth' in his previous journeys, wouldn't it be logical that he could summon us in our true forms?'

As the other Personas who didn't understand Death's implication got their answer, Yu catches their attention.

'That's clear for specific entities, but what about the more generic Personas?' Yu asks. 'Oni, demons, angels, fairies and others will they get specific forms?'

'Let me ask this then, do you see yourself in any form other than your current one? Be it what you perceive to be a visage, dream or memory?' Thoth asks as some generic Personas sway their heads as an answer for 'no', while other generic Personas nod as a sign of 'yes'. 'Well then, if this hypothesis is to be followed, then for those who answered 'no' it means that if what you look like is all that you remember then you're already in your true forms. While for those who answered 'yes' to my question, it may be that you have a true form just like our 'Shadow Warrior Queen' here.'

Contemplating on Thoth's words as well as Death's theories, the generic Personas who answered 'yes' try to remember the image they see. However a lantern is shining brightly belonging to Pyro Jack whom they focus their attention on.

'Oookkkaaaayyyyyy, so when Yu summons us it's in our true forms hee-hoo?' Pyro Jack says receiving a nod from Death. 'Huh, well that's fine and all but there's another thing that's been bugging me hoo-hee. It's on the tip of my tongue hee-hee-hoo.'

"That is enough." Scathach says landing near Yu placing her hand on his shoulder. "Although that is an important matter, we can save it for later. After all, we've got more 'present matters' to deal with?"

Remembering the training, the matter was set aside for now as the Personas watch while Scathach trains Yu.

Specialist- P4 OST

"Very well, let us begin." Scathach says as she makes gestures from her hand implying her attempt of a spell, most likely an ice or wind spell based on Yu's experience. "Now, while it is true to that you have a large pool of energy to initiate the spells and our skills at you disposal as well as calling us to your aid. You must remember that it is still a finite pool, no matter how large it is. Especially when the situation demands you to use strong spells and depending on who you call among us to aid you, the high demand of energy might as well deplete the large pool you possess in no time."

"So what I advise you my dear apprentice, is to fuel our attacks, spells and other skills with half your energy and fuel the other half using the World." Scathach says as ice begins to form between teacher and student on a patch of grass. And as the temperature begins to drop, thin ice begins to envelope the bark of the tress to the leaves of the bushes as well. "That is to use everything of your surrounding to your advantage, and since you have attained the World, I believe it is within your capabilities to do so."

"And in doing so, not only do you save your energy allowing for more skills and allies to be called, but also depending on everything currently around you as well any possessions you may carry you may make the simplest of skills like this Bufu spell a bit more..." Scathach says as she makes a final gesture with her hand to indicate the activation of the Bufu spell, and as a result the ice in front of them shatters destroying most of the grass, with some blades remaining. However, at the same time the surroundings enveloped by ice also shatters, it's fragments convene in the place where the Bufu spell activated and like projectiles destroying the remaining blades that survived from the initial spell. "...lethal."

"Now dear apprentice, this is merely a Bufu spell, if a Bufu spell could do that imagine casting a Mabufu spell." Scathach suggests as Yu answers to her suggestion. "If a Bufu spell could do that, maybe a Mabufu could give more range or projectiles and a stronger variety could cause more damage."

"Correct, but there are many ways to interact with the world using our skills. In this instance, this is how I interacted with the world dear apprentice. There are so many ways to interact with the world aside from what you saw, and it is up to you to interact with it. After all, it is your potential and now..." Scathach says as she gestures on another patch of grass for Yu to try. "...it is your turn dear apprentice. Show us how you would interact with the world."

Doing as his mentor instructs using Izanagi, Yu tries out a Zio spell and interacts with his own body, pointing his right arm at the target electricity begins to coalesce as the spell appears on the outstretched arm and fulfills it's purpose destroying the target. However, more electricity is generating in Yu's right arm resulting in a short burst which knocked Yu down and causes worry amongst the Personas.

'Yu!' 'Nephew!' 'Onii-chan!' 'Apprentice!' says the Personas collectively at winded down Wild Card. Relief however comes quickly as they see Yu recovering, but what they saw dashes that relief away as they see Yu's left arm holding his right hand.

"I see, you interact with the world using your body to generate electricity to fuel one half..." Scacthach says as she takes a hold on Yu arm and checks on it. "And fuel the other using your powers as well as amplifying it with the Zio spell."

"Yeah and it seems I've manipulated too much electricity." Yu says as he tries to move his right hand but could not. "Sorry, looks like I messed that one up."

"You've certainly mess it this time godchild." Death says in front of Yu in his human form sitting cross-legged. "Aside from lack of control, you fail to remember that what comes after lightning is thunder. You're lucky I've made sure to silence sound so that it doesn't attract attention."

Yu nods and lowers his head upon hearing his godfather's criticism as Death continues to speak with disappointment and concern lacing his tone. "I know you could do better godchild, so if you do attempt these attacks in a covert manner, remember to find a way to silence them."

"Well, you eliminated the target so we could pass you on this one." Schathach says to Yu as she continues to check his right arm. And as she finishes checking, she gives him a smile to cheer the Fool up. "Looks like your right arm seems to be fine, it's only suffering from partial paralysis, just give it time dear apprentice."

'Don't worry, Onii-chan~!' Alice says enthusiastically cheering her big brother. 'Don't let it get to you, let's practice and be better at it~! In fact, the next attempt let's do it together~!'

Yu nods while he smiles, feeling the warmth of the support of his Personas, his family. And not just the Personas themselves, but also the bonds they represent as they show it to Yu to give him a boost.

"This is to be expected dear apprentice, with enough practice we can improve your control no need for such apologies." Scathach says in a maternal tone as she holds on Yu's shoulders and cups his face reassuringly, like how a mother would when her child is down. "That being said you should be more careful, although seeing your level of control means we have to focus on that aspect first before anything else. That is, after you've finished your schoolwork and duties we may have free ti-"

As Scathach drones on Yu going on 'maternal mode', Hariti and Rangda watches on the sidelines feeling that they should also be involved or have as say on what she's discussing with Yu.

'Uhhhh, is that normal?' Chernobog says as he points at the two maternal figures who are emanating a sinister green aura. 'Aren't we going to do something about it?'

'Seeing those two really affirms that jealousy sure is an ugly thing. It can make a person pathetic, petty...' says Thor as he drones about jealousy, ignorant of the approaching Hariti and Rangda while the other Personas are backing away slowly. '...and finally jealous-huh?'

'What did you make of us thunder head?' Rangda says with a certain darkness in her tone as would Hariti as she speaks. 'Pathetic and petty huh?'

'U-uh, guys?' Thor says nervously as he raises his hammer defensively. As he looks around for support from others he turns to his father for help, unfortunately his father sends an apologetic gaze that implies he is on his own. 'Help?'

'WE'RE NOT JEALOUS!' Hariti and Rangda says together as they throw a flurry of fire and ice spells and physical attacks for added measure on the son of Odin. Although the brave Norse god would stand valiantly against the attacks, since he has no weakness on either spells and is only resistant to physical attacks. He withers in the gaze of the two maternal figures, which lead to his downfall and the current situation of being downed by ice and fire. 'LEARN YOUR PLACE, YOU IMPUDENT CHILD!'

'You know what they say, 'Hell hath no fury than a woman scorned'.' Uncle Red muse as he and the other Personas look on not wanting to intervene. 'Especially if it is women than a woman, guess the young'un learned his lesson.'

At that time, they were doing something that would truly identify them as Yu's family. That is, Leaving them be, however the onslaught towards Thor suddenly stops as the noises disappear and the Fool seeing their serious expression, leads Yu to focus on Scathach who had a serious expression in her face as well, implying one thing.

"I sense our targets approaching and they're heading towards the fountain." Scathach says conveying the location of the objective.

Deduction (Another Ver.)- P4 OST

Nodding at this information, Yu dismisses Scathach and moves discreetly by the bushes as he closes in on the fountain watching 'Amano Yuma' and Hyoudou Issei walking together. As the Fool is near their proximity he is able to hear the exchanges between the pervert and the fallen.

"Today was fun." says 'Yuma' to which Issei responds. "Yes, it was a lot of fun."

Still with Hitokoto-Nushi's 'leaves' attached to them as well as being near to them, the Fool still has access to the 'Yuma's' and Issei's words hearing some from Issei.

'Alright, we're already here! Remember what senpai said: 'set the mood and take the initiative'!' Issei says within his mind, determined to end his first date right. As he follows Yu's advice, Issei grabs 'Yuma's' hand which elicits a little blush on the fallen and inner happiness for the pervert. 'I did it!'

'Kaguya can you help me with my arm?' Yu asks as his left arm still holds his paralyzed right arm, to which the Princess of the Moon responds. 'If you mean to fix your arm to move, I'll do what I can but I doubt we won't make it on time for the finer controls.'

'As long as it can move, I can make due.' Yu says looking on to the two with Issei who holds a happy expression in taking the initiative but quickly disappears as soon as 'Yuma' moves to the fountain and faces Issei. 'I just hope nothing else happens.'

"Say Issei-kun..." 'Yuma' says with her purse and hands behind her back as she slowly moves forward towards Issei continuing her dialogue. "To commemorate our first date, would you listen to my wish?"

'Could this be?' Issei thinks in his mind, unknown that it is being heard by a certain grey-haired fool and his family of cringing Personas. 'Ki...Ki...'

"W-What is it? What is your wish?" Issei nervously asks as 'Yuma' closes the distance between the two dropping her pretence as she says her wish. "Can you die for me?"

Zone Time- P4 OST

As Issei lies there stupefied by the wish, one party is with someone who isn't stupefied, but enraged by the fallen's comment. As Yu and the other Personas slightly sweats because they know the little sister of the family heard the fallen's remark. It wasn't the fact of her rising anger that made them nervous, it was the fact that they sense HUGE amounts of darkness coalescing within Yu desiring to be released by the one coalescing it, which in turn will blow the Fool's cover should it happen.

'Hey Onii-chan~ Let's move already and end this cringefest~!' Alice says with closed eyes and a maddening Cheshire Cat smile to which Yu responds to diffuse the situation. 'N-now Alice, Issei is there, shouldn't we rescue considering this is what is all about? As well him being part of my new social link?'

...

As Alice was about to respond, the attention including Alice's diverts to Issei as he tries to respond to the fallen's wish. "Um that is...What?"

"Sorry Yuma-chan, can you repeat that?" Issei says as he chuckles and cleans his ears to make sure he hears what 'Yuma' has to say. "I think there's something wrong with my ears."

And with that 'Amano Yuma' closes in to Issei ear and repeats her wish, which is nonetheless for all its intents and purposes still heard by Yu and his Personas. "Can you die for me?"

"What?" Issei says once more in surprise, however for another party who is hearing her wish, it is another matter altogether.

'THAT SETTLES IT! SHE'S GONNA DIE!' Alice roars as she intensifies the coalescing dark energy and looks toward her Onii-chan with a look mixed with cuteness, madness and pleading desperation that he'll fulfill his cute imoutu-chan's wish. 'Hey, Onii-chan let's obliterate her already and leave nothing of her existence~! After all, we can still get our answers by finding the other one who attacked us~'

'N-now Alice...' Belial says as the aforementioned ghost girl turns on their 'Uncle Red' whose red scales turns slightly pale when she faces him. 'Just as yer big brother say what about the pervert an' alla that?'

'... Well, we'll just call it an 'unfortunate and unintentional collateral damage' right Onii-chan?' Alices says looking at her Onii-chan with an intensified look that hopes and expects him to agree. 'W-well ah...'

As Yu's mind works in overdrive to form an appropriate response. He also silently prays within the depts of his soul to Philemon or to anyone that would listen, to help him in his situation. And whether it was some entity or Philemon himself, the wish was granted as Raphael whether intentionally or not takes the fall.

'Uh Alice, aren't you overreacting a little? I mean yeah I'd be miffed as well but look, at least she didn't use an exclamation point.' Raphael says as he continues in hopes of gaining some spotlight unlike a certain Velvet Room attendant. Yet ignorant of the ghost girl getting in pitching position to throw the massive coalescing dark energy on a different target than it was intended to. 'And furthermore you should be mature over this, besides we are undercover so we shou-GUAHHHHHGH!'

'Who CARES whether she uses an exclamation point, question mark or even a period!' Alice says as she expresses her anger by stomping repeatedly. 'SHE STOLE MY LINE! Therefore, the hussy deserves to DIE FOR ME!'

The argument would've continued, if it weren't for the attention grabbing transformation sequence of the fallen in front of Issei which also caught the attention of Yu and his family as well as temporarily dissipating the anger of Alice as the scene unfolds. As the transformation continues showing a more mature yet sinister and lascivious 'Amano Yuma', various expressions are showing for different parties. In Yu's family disgusts is showing in the face of females, excitement for some males and curiosity to the more innocent ones. As for the pervert, surprise is surely evident in his face but other things rise in his thought through which Yu and his family can hear, much to some of their dismay.

'What!? I saw them! I definitely saw them!' Issei expresses in his mind pleasantly as he goes on to describe what he saw needlessly, once more to dismay on those listening to his thoughts. 'It was only for an instant, but I saw real boobs! I've seen my first real-life boobs! And such a cute girl's too! Isn't this what people call exhibition?'

'Not to butt in but, are you really sure he's still worth saving?' Lucifer asks looking on. 'I'm inclined to side with Alice on this one. Besides, we could find other fallen to get information. And well, you can do better with the people you bond right?'

'Don't tempt me Luci...' Yu says quipping his nickname. 'Besides, we've gone this far would be a waste to just let it all fall right there?'

'Eh, you've got a point, would be stupid to destroy everything what with the effort we've taken so far.' Lucifer concedes as Yu nods and now turns to speaks to Alice. 'And imouto-chan, I know you want to destroy her for that. But wouldn't it be better to humiliate her and let her live the rest of her life with it?'

'Welllll... I guess that's one satisfying way to do it.' Alice says calming down and appearing near his Onii-chan in translucent form. 'Okay Onii-chan, but I can't promise what will happen if she ever stole my lines again.'

'Alright, Kaguya-san how's the arm coming along?' Yu asks as a translucent form of Kaguya is shown healing Yu's right arm. 'Well, why don't you try moving it?'

Following Kaguya's suggestion Yu tries moves his right arm and notices as Kaguya stated earlier, his arm is fixed however his finer controls namely his hands and fingers are still immobilised.

'Well, this'll have to do. Still keep trying to heal it.' Yu communicates to Kaguya through which the princess nods. 'I'll do as much as I can.'

As Yu looks on they hone in once more at the pervert and fallen who is now wearing black straps of leather that barely serves its purpose as cover, as well shoulder guards, long black gloves and thigh-high boots. Yu prepares Ongyo-ki or his faerie Personas for a covert rescue.

"Although short-lived, playing lovey-dovey with you was fun." 'Yuma' says looking down on a surprised Issei as she turns to look on her raised arm where a brooch is placed by Issei during their date. "I'll take good care of this gift from you. So..."

'Yuma' stops to raise her hand and a red light appears to form a spear and poises to aim it at Issei as he raises his hand towards her. "Yuma-chan?"

"...please die." 'Yuma' says as she now attempts to pierce Issei. Unbeknownst to the fallen however, a certain Fool wouldn't let that happen.

As Yu attempts to move in using Ongyo-ki's ability and 'Yuma' closes her spear to Issei's torso. A gust of wind happened, surprising both Fool and fallen as they open their eyes to find Issei gone. However the surprise was momentary for the Fool as he looks to the side to see one faerie queen Titania with Issei beside her.

"What the!? Where did he go?!" 'Yuma' exclaims frantically looking in every direction, unfortunately for the fallen at the same time that Yu sees that Titania rescued Issei. The Fool uses Ongyo-ki's ability to eliminate their presence to ensure they weren't found due to the close proximity between them and 'Yuma'.

"W-what the!?" Issei exclaims as he is surprised by the change of scenery and looks upon Titania or rather her breasts momentarily and switches to her butterfly-like wings. "E-eh? Wings? Again?"

"Well now, judging by your gaze at my bosom I assume you're alright." Titania says teasingly as she laughs melodiously on Issei nervous chuckle as he is caught in the act. However her expression turns serious as she turns to Yu with Issei following suit, surprising himself with the presence of his senpai. "Now that he's safe, you should focus on an important matter and then some Yu."

"S-senpai? What's happening? And who's this woman?" Issei asks in shock with all the events taking place which is expected from someone introduced to the supernatural world in such a way. And to that Yu answers his question as he asks a question to Titania as well. "This 'Yuma'-san wants to kill you, I am here to stop her and what do you mean by 'and then some' Titania?"

"Not surprising, you were busy calming Alice. However to us who were not preoccupied, we took the precaution to see if she was alone." Titania says as she flips her hair and informs the Fool on the results of their 'precaution'. "We sense a couple of presence heading this way and with what Lucifer could make out of it, they're surely fallen."

'While I understand you were calming down your little sister, you should at least be attentive enough to sense them godchild.' Death scolds Yu lightly while Scathach adds her own piece. 'It is a bit embarrassing that you weren't attentive enough to sense their presence. Perhaps we should add focus in your training dear apprentice?'

'H-hey if there's someone to blame, it should be me not Onii-' Alice says guilty, however the Fool interrupts her response. 'It's alright Alice, I admit I was careless there. However let's focus on the situation and deal with it.'

"Titania you and Oberon get Issei out and keep him safe. I'll wait for her reinforcements so we could deal with the fallen and her company and get information altogether." Yu says facing Titania and Issei as he summons a card and crushes it for Oberon to appear and lend aid, which surprises Issei in both accounts. "W-what the heck!?"

"Tis' a simple chore, not to worry Yu, we will ensure the pervert's safety." Oberon says earning a giggle from his wife and an agitated remark from Issei. "Hey!"

"Issei go with them, they'll ensure your safety." Yu says to Issei, who in turn responds. "W-well you sure senpai? I mean shouldn't we both run away?"

"No, I need some information from them and make a clear statement to back off." Yu says as he smiles to Issei. "Don't worry, I can handle this, trust me and I'll tell you everything I know."

"We need to go." Titania informs Issei as the pervert looks back to his senpai and nods. "A-alright senpai, you better come back and tell me everything!"

Yu nods at this and is ready to make his move, however Titania steps beside him to tell him something. "We'll be by the entrance of the park waiting then."

Yu nods once more and with that the faerie monarchs escorts the pervert and ensure his escape. And as the Fool slowly loses sight of them he turns to see an agitated fallen angel as well other fallen with one bearing a familiar face. "Dohnaseek? Well this just gets interesting doesn't it?"

'So, what's the move boss?' Obariyon says displaying his trademark cheeky grin. 'Even though you can't use your right arm, there's still your left, wanna fight them head on?'

'I think I'd like to apply what I learned from Scathach's training session earlier.' Yu says as he straightens himself and gazes at the trees. 'But first things first, let's observe them on a higher place shall we?"


Afternoon

Occult Research Club (Old School Building)

Inside the building, Rias along with her associates Akeno, Sona and Tsubaki spends their time talking amongst each other recounting any interesting events that happened to them. Particularly the club's offer to Narukami Yu and his subsequent rejection, along with his bold claims about his abilities. While the red-haired devil taps her fingers upon her desks pondering on the previous events of a grey-haired student in this academy, Akeno voices out Rias' thoughts along with her own. "He definitely different than any other people we encountered right?"

"Indeed, as well as capable of defending himself, Narukami-kun could definitely be an asset." Rias says closing her eyes and making a slight smile only to quickly open her eyes and have a serious expression. "However, I'm also thinking of what Narukami-kun said last time."

"You mean his claims of his ability not being a Sacred Gear?" Akeno says which piques the interest of Sona and Tsubaki. "I didn't hear anything in his words that may be lies, but everything points out to him having a Sacred Gear."

"Perhaps he's that good of a liar, or since he didn't have any knowledge of Sacred Gears until now maybe he's still thinks of it as a different ability?" Tsubaki says putting out her thoughts on that subject as Sona puts out hers as well with a smile. "In any case, until I see the power for myself I don't have a sure answer for that. Besides, I think I've gathered enough to make my move."

"Is that so?" Rias asks her friend and rival with a smile. 'You always did have a knack for gathering information Sona. I wouldn't be surprised if you called on resources I've neglected, however...'

"Although you've got hand it to the elusiveness of Yu-kun. Just as he knows nothing of the various mythological factions, they too know nothing about him." Rias says as they're all unaware of how much knowledge the Fool already has of said various mythological factions. "So what sources are you calling upon to gather information upon him?"

"That would be telling Rias." Sona says with a smile which Rias responds with her own. "Of course."

As Rias holds and reads the various files and records she gathered to know Yu, she momentarily gaze at another file for another candidate in mind. 'I wonder if I should focus on him first before Yu-kun? Yu-kun has shown to defend himself very well, while he hasn't even awaken his Sacred Gear yet which makes him a prime target should any factions know.'

Putting the file she was reading down Rias gazes on the setting sun thats portraying on the window to her side. 'No, the fallen escaped during the battle with Yu, surely he must've informed his comrade of his altercation with him? I should focus on Yu first, fighting a fallen is one thing but fighting many fallen is another.'

With that line of thought Rias goes back to reading, unaware that both of her candidates are already locked in conflict and in her clan's territory no less.


Afternoon

Kuoh City

Park

"Well we're on top now, so what's next?" Senri asks as the bakeneko lies down and observes Yu giving his answer as he looks down on the fallen angels. "As I said I'm gonna fight using Scathach's advise but not directly, at least not now because there's also something I'd like to try."

"Which is?" Senri asks conveying the curiosity of Yu's other Personas as well, only to be surprise with the answer he gives to them as the Fool crushes a card and is doing something behind the youkai's back. "Folding paper..."

'WHAT!? FOLDING PAPER!? How's that gonna affect the enemy!?' Eligor says in annoyance. 'Are you gonna attack them with paper planes!? Ha, fat chance that's gonna do some good, why don't we just hit them and not do something so stu-UGHHH!'

Unfortunately, before the hell knight could complain any further a pitchfork interrupts his tirade and as he lays there recovering, the owner of the spear Belial comes in defence but has his own piece to say. 'Shut yer trap Eligor! I'm sure whatever nephew's planned for 'em is gonna have an effect! Although, he is right on one thing nephew it kinda looks weird to attack them with paper.'

"I never said it's an ordinary paper though." Yu says as he shows the papers he folded in the form shurikens and kunais, the interesting part of the papers is that some of them have sigils and one of the shurikens have a familiar face. "Guess who..."

'Shiki-Ouji!?' The Personas exclaim seeing the Shikigami Persona in that state, for Scathach however she merely smirks as she catches on to her apprentice's plan. 'Heh well, that's a very creative way to interact with the world dear apprentice.'

'Ah, I see well that is an interesting way of interacting with the world.' Death says as the Pale Rider nods catching on as other Personas do as well while some like Jack Frost not understanding the Fool's plan voice out. 'Hee What? What? Hee-Hoo what will Yu do hee-hoo?'

'Just watch, faerie of the snow hehe.' Lucifer says chuckling with a mischievous smile as the Fool slowly walks on the edge of the branch to get a good sight on the fallen angels. 'I wonder how big of a 'bang' Yu'll make?'

'Well, looks like my gut's wrong which is good for once.' Dohnaseek says as he, Mittelt and Kalawarner descends to Raynare. 'Other than getting chewed out by being wrong that is, at least he's not here.'

"Well it seems you're gut was wrong in this situation." Kalawarner says crossing her arms as Raynare's body twitches to indicate she knows the trio are there. "So much for what your former comrades say about trusting your gut."

"Yeah yeah, seems I was wrong to say 'forget the job' after all." Dohnaseek says offhandedly, not wanting to directly congratulate Raynare and fill her ego to the brim. "So Raynare, where's the pervert?"

Raynare did not respond but only show a sour expression, which could only denote one thing to Dohnaseek whose lax stance turned serious as he looks from every direction. 'Damn knew my gut was right! And if he's here we're in deep shit right now!'

"Where's the brat Raynare?" Dohnaseek says as he approaches his 'leader' only to avoid an incoming swipe from her and earn an acidic answer. "Shut up you old goat! Just, just help me look for that brat!"

"On second thought, it seems they were right after all about your gut." Kalawarner says to Dohnaseek as she turns to admonish her 'leader'. "Look Miss Prissy Bitch, no need to hold a fit we're here to bring back-up and by the looks of it you need it."

"Ergh!" Raynare says as she grits her teeth, although she won't openly admit it, back up is exactly what she needs especially whether the case is the pervert's Sacred Gear being awakened already or it's the human Dohnaseek failed to kill. "Whatever! Just help me look for him!"

"No..." Dohnaseek says creating silence among the trio only for the now very irate Raynare to remark and stare at him in disdain. "WHAT DID YOU SAY!?"

"Navas Nebula"

"I said no, we need to get out of here as-" Was all Dohnaseek could say as he eyes on an object that pass through his vision to the ground and at the same time the trio and Raynare approach the object for Mittelt to remark on it. "Is that a paper shuriken-KYAAAHHHH!"

Time to Make History- P4 OST

Was all the gothic fallen angel could get out as the said paper shuriken, exploded in purple hue which not only injures the fallen angels but blows them away crashing them to nearby trees. As the fallen angels collide with the trees, the source of the paper shuriken observes his handiwork.

'Using a part of Shiki-Ouji as a means to attack, as I said a very creative way to interact with the world dear apprentice.' Scathach says as she chuckles while her dear apprentice adds a remark. "And using Arms Master makes things easier as well."

'So the fallen's true name is Raynare huh.' Lucifer says as he scratches his chin in thought. 'Hmmmmm I can't put a finger on it but she reminds me of an interesting party.'

'In any case, with Ongyo-ki's ability not allowing them to sense you and this creative way of assault makes an interesting guerrilla offensive, especially in worse cases of you being unable to be mobile.' Nebiros chuckles as he sees the fallen angels recovering albeit a bit slowly due to the attack exhausting them. 'Well then, let's continue the fun shall we nephew?'

"Dammit, he's here and he was probably here for the brat as well." Dohnaseek says as he stands and summons a light spear checking and sensing any signs for the opponent that bested and spared him. "I know you're here Narukami why don't you fight me! Unless you're chicken?!"

'Well, he's calling you out, what do you think Narukami-sama.' Berith says as he reins in his steed and thrust his spear upwards. 'Shall we respond or continue the onslaught?'

"Hmmmm" Yu says as he readies four paper kunai for each targets and aims at them as he flexes his left arm that contains the paper weapons. "Let's be sure they can't do anything funny before we respond."

Ready for his assault, he threw the kunais to each targets and each was a successful hit until the last one which was for Raynare, who was the farthest among the three, as the previous attack lands her at the fountain area. Seeing the kunai designated for her won't make it Yu uses Angel's power to use the wind and control the direction of the paper kunai in order for it to land a hit to her. "Lucky I have you inherit Null Wind when I called upon you via fusion once more eh, Shiki-Ouji?"

'Indeed Narukami-sama, it would hurt us if you did not apply this useful skill.' Shiki-Ouji says as Yu faces his face in the paper shuriken form he folded the shikigami in. "Well then let's not waste this moment; Bash! Sonic Punch! Skewer! Single Shot!"

With the announcement of those skills, each kunai glow in unison which denotes the activation of each physical skill and each target was injured. It did not help that with the previous attack exhausting them and with the recent albeit weak attack pressuring them their attempts to recover and get up were discouraged, all except for Dohnaseek who still stands albeit in a weary stance. As for each of the targets, the little gothic fallen know as Mittelt is knocked out along with woman fallen Kalawarner laying there in their respective trees, for Raynare the resulting attack causes her to fly into the fountain, truly leaving only the male fallen of the group to be the one left standing.

Seeing this scenario Dohnaseek is tense, as for Yu he saw this as another opportunity not only to get answers but to reacquaint himself with the person who introduced him to the interesting scenario he is in with the Three Factions. Readying for a personal confrontation, Yu prepares his katana on his left hand descending down from the tree and disabling Ongyo-ki's abilities. Leaving the bushes to reveal himself, Dohnaseek shows a wry smile upon seeing the Fool and Yu smiles in return.

"Well, if it ain't the boy who let me live." Dohnaseek says as he tries to straighten up. "Naturally, I'd say something obvious like 'your outnumbered' to discourage and kill you. But, guess you saw us a mile away huh?"

"It would've been a disadvantage for me considering..." Yu says as he puts up his sword with his left hand and holds his right hand to his back, upon seeing this Dohnaseek couldn't help but ask. "Couldn't move your right arm? Accident?"

"You could say that." Yu says as he points his sword to the fallen and electricity flows through it. "However this isn't an even playing field, not for you at least. I meant what I said earlier, now show me what you got."

"You're persistent are you?" Dohnaseek says with that wry smile slowly turning into a grin and unlike before instead of two wings, six are unfurling while summoning another light spear in his other empty hand as the two light spears he now posses becomes leaner and more detailed, a sign of his powers suppressed no longer. "Well, they're knocked out, and you've caused a lot of trouble so I hope this is worth it! Dying that is!"

Dohnaseek instantly dashes upon Yu and strikes him with his spears only to be blinded by light as Yu uses a Hama spell courtesy of Archangel when his spears struck. As the fallen was temporarily blinded the Fool takes the chance and comes from behind, in that moment Yu utilizes Pazuzu's dark power and out of instinct temporarily withdraws the katana and uses a skill against the fallen, not known to the Fool or his family of Personas.

"Eiga" Yu says as darkness erupts from the ground and consumes Dohnaseek damaging him, completely different from the usual Mudo spells he uses which instantly eliminates and opponent much to the Fool's relief and surprise to some of his Persona with that skill. However, it was merely short-lived as he readies his stance once more seeing Dohnaseek very injured yet still standing as he finally regains his vision. "Well, that was new, lightning then dark and light powers? Heh, you're making this exciting Narukami!"

Dohnaseek speeds up, striking the Fool on all sides with his light spears as he scans for an opening to exploit upon. While Yu matches up the speed with the help of his Personas, re-equipping his katana once more. 'Matador! Sukukaja!'

As soon as the Fool initiates the support spell, he feels lighter and faster and was able to match up and even beat the pace Dohnaseek sets as he disarms one of the fallen's light spear by strking his left arm which unfortunately does not discourage the fallen. In fact, Dohnaseek's grin merely widens as the battle continues for he has not fight someone on par or above his prowess in a long while. And this battle would have continued for a while, if it weren't for Yu spotting Raynare's recovery as she attempts to regain her consciousness and stand. Deciding to end this confrontation, with a maneuver that might be considered risky, as his opponent did not know his abilities that removes the risk of his move.

"Persona! Ame-no-Uzume!" Yu says as the faint image of the Japanese goddess of entertainment appears before the Fool and fallen's eyes and subsequently disappears, signifying that Yu is using her, while panic and curiosity fills the fallen. 'What the hell!? What's a local deity doing with him!?'

The fallen could have debated this further had he not seen the Fool already near him preparing for an attack with his katana in which fortunately for Dohnaseek reacted by stabbing the light spear to Yu and using whatever power he has to blast his foe as far away as he could resulting in Yu being knocked over a lamp post. What the fallen did not notice however, was the attack of the katana was merely a ruse rather the true attempt was slipping a piece of Shiki-Ouji in his person to finish him off with a physical skill.

"Too bad Narukami, never figured you for a reckless fighter. Oh well, at least I got to fight a really tough opponent." Dohnaseek says as he prepares a light spear and aims at Yu. "You know, there are a lot of questions I wanted you to answer but it's better to kill than give you time for a second wind. You truly are interesting Narukami Yu and to show my sincerity and respect for an opponent, which is rare mind you, any last words you want to say before you die?"

Reach Out To The Truth- P4 OST

"Just one... Black Spot!" Yu says earning a confusion from the fallen which turns to curiosity as something is glowing in his person, retrieves it and sees the item as a paper kunai. And in the moment, Dohnaseek's curiosity turns into horrifying realization as he throws the paper kunai away and tries to brace himself as the kunai turns into a black orb and explodes affecting the fallen who even though tries to defend is still sustaining injuries by the attack. It doesn't help the fallen's case that the resulting attack made him kneel down in one knee. "Damn! Seems like you still have tricks on your sleeve eh Narukami?"

"Well that's just one trick..." Yu says as he stands up surprising Dohnaseek while dusting off his clothes and the light spear embedded in him dissipates as he gestures himself towards his opponent. "This, is my second, what do you think?"

With widening eyes Dohnaseek could only respond by laughing as looks to his situation, being cornered by the young Fool once more. "Dammit! Won't you just die!?"

When the Fool tries to respond, it was cut off as a card appears before the Fool and the fallen bearing the image he saw when he felt the faint bond with Issei awhile back. The card pulse as it sends of energy and blue flames surround the card as it seems to address the fallen with a deep chuckle and speaks in a nasally voice. "Unfortunately for you, monsieur ange déchu someone who is so similar as moi will not fall to the likes of you."

"Now if you would kindly help me appear in this stage of ours monsieur as to show him what for." The Magus card says at it pulse as if beckoning Yu to crush it.

Complying with the act the Fool swipes his partially paralyzed right hand, crushing the card as strong wind blows the surrounding. Blue flame bursts as the card is crushed taking the form of a swanky gentleman wearing a black tail coat, purple top hat with black outlines and dark glasses with white rims as if dressed for a burial. What was most eye-grabbing of the gentleman like figure was the figure itself essentially being a skeleton as evidence with a skull for a face and bones for hands. The skeleton gentleman then faces Yu as soon as it materializes and kneels down, removing its top hat, introducing itself. "Salut, he who calls to me from the Sea of Souls, you are truly extraordinary to invite someone such as moi~! I am Baron Samedi, loa of the dead and head of the Guédé family at your service~!"

"Now, while I like to have chat with you as you welcome moi to the family. Let us first settle this uh shall we say 'situation difficile' oui?" Baron Samedi says as stands upright putting his top hat on and lights up a cigar appearing seemingly out of nowhere and smokes. "After this we should have a fête de bienvenue in my honour wi?"

"What the hell?! Well now I've seen everything..." Dohnaseek says to himself as he tries to stand once more summoning a weaker version of his light spear comparable to the one when they first met. "Hey 'Bones', why would you want to work with someone who may or may not benefit you eh?"

"Who says I will not benefit monsieur? In assisting him, I've got everything to gain and nothing to lose." Baron Samedi says cooly as he holds cigarette and now points it towards Dohnaseek. "Let's finish this shall we?"

Nodding at the words of the Baron he looks towards Dohnaseek as he senses a new power, a new skill waiting to manifest itself against the persistent fallen. "Baron Samedi! Psyo!"

As the Fool casts the skill Samedi obliges by pointing a cane with a decorative silver skull for a head that seemingly appeared out of nowhere towards the fallen. In the moment that the spell was casts, several balls of coalescing colors surround Dohnaseek and collided with him,knocking the six-winged fallen near the fountain. Not willing to be beaten until his last breath, he attempts to rise only to stop as Dohnaseek sees a recovering Raynare who is slowly recovering her vision. Seeing this the male fallen decides to let sleeping dogs lie as he concedes and suppresses his four wings once more and lays there as he stares at his 'illustrious' leader which earns the interest of the Fool and his family, only to focus on a growl of frustration signifying Raynare's recovery standing at the fountain as she looks at the Fool in disdain. "You! Just who do you think YOU ARE!?"

"Me? Well, I'm a law-abiding person as you can see." Yu says gesturing himself earning another growl from the fallen but snickers and chuckles of mirth from his Personas outside and inside of his soul. "And I just happened to spot you attempting to murder a kouhai of mine, and in his first date no less. As far as I know killing someone is still against the law isn't it?"

"You... You filthy human! You dare apply me to the stupid laws set for you lowly creatures?!" Raynare growled once more as she summons her light spear once again aiming at the human whom she thinks as weak and fragile, smiling sadistically as she never notice his right arm moving to his back in order to swipe a card he summons behind him. "No matter, at least it's your weak ass that's gonna be skewered instead! At least take solace that you gave that pervert some time to live before he gets killed too~!"

"Hmhmhmhm, didn't your parent ever tell you not to play in the fountain?" Yu asks as he smiles calmly in the face of obvious danger which earns a face of confusion from the maniacal fallen angel as she never notice a floating figure holding a spear-like blade silently descending behind her as the figure puts the weapon's tip into the water. "Wha-AGGGGHHHHHHHHH!"

Was all Raynare had to say as the figure reveals itself as Izanagi electrocuted her, injuring her and knocking her out once more in the process as she lays face-up unconscious. As the danger is finally over, Yu stretches himself as he dismisses his sword and crushes several cards and summons Kaguya-hime while dismissing Izanagi. "Well, looks like it's crystal clear Kaguya-san would you mind fixing my arm once again?"

"Of course Yu-san." Kaguya says as she returns to healing his partially paralyzed right arm. Looking on the scene unfolding as the Fool takes a respite, and seeing Mittelt and Kalawarner slowly recovering Dohnaseek knows at the moment they are screwed should they fight any longer. Hoping to move and assist his comrades as the Fool isn't giving much attention to them he waste no time in attempting to move only to stop as a tip of a cane is poking his chest and looks up to see the 'gentleman skeleton' known as Baron Samedi looking at him addressing his mirth. "Ah~Ah~Ah~"

Upon seeing his situation, he observes the other fallen with their own respective guards in the form of an oni looking down on Raynare, a skeleton wearing a matador outfit with its sword pointing at Mittelt and a demon of sorts holding two swords on the throat of Kalawarner as both the latter finally recovers and sees the situation of escape being next to none as Baron Samedi speaks to him. "You don't think we'll allow you to run free, with my kin seemingly wanting some answers out of you four? Well, three since one was so 'shocked' she's now out cold."

"He's right I do want some answers, and considering the situation as much as I hate it..." Yu says as he finally moves his right arm with its finer controls restored walking towards the center to get a view of the three conscious fallen angels. "Would you kindly answer our questions?"

"Heh, like we have a choice, alright what're your questions Narukami?" Dohnaseek says as he looks on to the Fool who now looks at him. "Well, First of all why are you after Issei and me?'

"Orders." Dohnaseek says a simple answer through which another question was born. "From?"

"The Grigori Institute." Kalawarner answers this time hoping a cooperation would help in sparing their lives, however the answer makes another question for the Fool. "Which is?"

"An institute, full of cadres of fallen angels dedicated to research and all that. The leader's a fallen angel named Azazel." Mittelt says taking her turn to answers through which earns a response from within Yu's soul.

'Ah, okay now I remember yup you're dealing with Azazel's crew or at least one of them.' Lucifer says as he continues to inform Yu. 'Don't know about those three, but yeah that Raynare chick I remember her name being one of the people under Azazel or rather her superior being under Azazel. What was his name, ah Kokabiel yeah that's the name!'

Hearing this information, Yu continues the questioning until all are answered. As time passes with the questions answered the Fool recaps the answers given to him.

"So you were sent by the Grigori Institute to either observe or attain me and Issei's Sacred Gear. The Grigori Institute being cadres of fallen angels under the command of Azazel who does all of this for research as his particular interest is in the subject of Sacred Gear." Yu says as he looks upon the fallen trio who gives nods as a sign of correct summarisation so far. "Now attaining it doesn't mean killing us and taking it, but could also mean contacting us offering a way to remove the Sacred Gear or offering us a contract to be affiliated with you guys. But you guys do the former because of Raynare's or your 'leader's' preference in obtaining it that way?"

Finishing his summarisation they all nodded as Yu stretches out as a sign of exhaustion with all the answers he gathered. "Well, I can tell for one thing your 'leader' isn't exactly one for intelligence isn't she?"

"She often underestimates humans, says you guys are lower than bugs. Sooner or later we know that'll be the end of her; or at least the end of her ego once she meets someone like you." Dohnaseek says as Mittelt now responds. "We just didn't expect to get roped in it now, we actually thought she'd be the only one pinned in this situation."

"So what're you gonna do now human?" Kalawarner says as the trio await his verdict.

As Yu looks at the trio he finally makes a decision and orders the Personas holding the fallen to release them, much to their reluctance. As Mittelt and Kalawarner are freed from their bounds the Personas that are holding them quickly arrive to Yu's side in the event they try to do something funny. The trio noticing that only Dohnaseek is still being held captive, they thought it was the end of his life, until Yu speaks to them. "You two can go and take Raynare, I just want to ask something personal to this guy? You better not pull this stunt again, or you'll now the consequences."

As if to emphasize the Fool's point the Personas raise their arms against their former captives, as the two fallen nod and understand the message they carry their unconscious leader and fly away leaving only black feathers as the Fool dismisses his Personas and switches his gaze on Dohnaseek who is now feeling tense.

"Didn't we give you all you need?" Dohnaseek says annoyingly considering his situation. "What do you want of me?"

"...Why? I saw it you know, you didn't suppressed your power because you were knocked out or down for the count. You suppressed it because you saw Raynare gaining consciousness which means they don't know about the fact you are a six-winged fallen, probably only two-winged right, so why?" Yu asks as Dohnaseek chuckles and shows another wry smile as he answers. "You really are persistent are you? Fine, yeah they don't know they just know that I'm some two-winged battle nut who just transferred to them."

"Why?" Yu asks once again only to receive an incredulous look from the fallen. "And why do you care so much?"

"Let's just say I'm interested in stories and looks like yours pique mine, so I'll ask again why?" Yu asks once more as Dohnaseek sighs and concedes. "Fine, I-I... I was... running away with something, that's all you'll get of me."

"Alright." Yu says earning a surprised look from the fallen as Yu answers his relenting over the question. "It seems you won't budge, besides I get the feeling you'll tell me sooner or later, when the time is right. Until then I have a request for you, your choice whether to grant it or not."

"What is it?" Dohnaseek asks. "A message if you can to Azazel hopefully or someone near him or at least someone reasonable within the institute. I want you to tell them- *whisper* -and that it's from me, if you can alright?"

"...You're a weird one you know that Narukami?" Dohnaseek says through which Yu shrugs and the fallen sighs. "I'll try, just hope that 'leader' of ours does not get wind of it."

As Dohnaseek reveals two wings ready to depart you converse with him one last time. "I hope the next time we meet, we could have a cordial conversation."

"...You really are a weird human Narukami" Dohnaseek says as the Fool remarks. "Yu."

"Huh?" Dohnaseek says before Yu replies once more. "Call me Yu, much easier and less mouthy than Narukami right?"

Strength of the Heart (P4. Ver)- P4 OST

Feeling something faint another thing that Yu and family didn't expect was another bond forming and appearing in front of them as everything stops. A card appears in front of the Fool with his family representing the Roman numeral XVI containing the image of a house torn asunder and within people enjoying a meal ignorant of what is happening, with one man at the footstep of the door one half outside and the other still inside the house.

Thou art I... And I am thou...

Thou hast established a new bond...

It brings thee closer to your true potential...

Thy World shall welcome Personas of the House of God Arcana...

'Aw, great another Arcana! Means more fuckin' trespassers!' Baphomet complains as he grumbles louder to emphasize his point.

'Hey, this Baron guy is not so bad hee-hoo! Who knows, he was certainly a surprise considering the link the Baron belong to-' Black Frost says as he stops and the rest observe on said Baron approaching Alraune holding her hand as he for word kisses her hands, considering his lack of lips. 'Eh, forget I said anything hee-hee-hoo...'

'Eh, excusez-moi ma chérie, may I have one of your roses~?' Baron Samedi says as Alraune uses her hand that isn't held by Baron Samedi to cover her mouth as she speaks playing with the gentleman skeleton's tune. 'Dare I ask what you want to do with one of my roses~?'

'Why, my dear, would you consider the wish from this old gentleman~? After all, if such roses can make one such as yourself be on par with a goddess, surely having one at my side will make these old bones shine eh~?' Baron Samedi says chuckling deeply as his remarks earn a deep blush from Alraune as she looks to the side. 'O-oh my~! W-well...'

'The bag o' bones like Incubus!' Flauros exclaims as flames and smoke belches from his ports. His tirade would have continued if it weren't for Ose as he corrects Flauros' claims. 'Nay my fellow Goetian kin, Incubus is rather direct and uses his abilities for his advancements. This spiritual baron however, uses his natural charms and should he have any perverted aims, it is rather well-hidden.'

'In any case, he is yet another being that we could not let my dear apprentice be influence.' Scathach says as she stares wearily at Baron Samedi. 'Lest he dares degrade my dear apprentice to mediocrity.'

'Listen you pompous-assed narcissist queen! One we don't take orders from you! Two what hell are you saying 'your' dear apprentice his as much as anyone's son here in this family than yours! And three as much as I hate to admit I agree with what you said, that pervy sack of calcium shouldn't be near our Yu!' Rangda says as Hariti nods, with Scathach and the other maternal figures uniting in one cause; not to let their adoptive son fall on negative influences.

Noticing that time begins to march once more he tunes out the conversations of his family about the new resident and focuses on the fallen that is ready to take off to try and fulfill his request. "One last question before we part each other's ways if you mind?"

"What?" Dohnaseek asks wondering what this last question will be. "Do you know of a fallen named Kokabiel?"

"Yeah sure I know the guy, total nutjob if you ask me. Roaring about the days of the Great War and his desire of restarting it." Dohnaseek says as he grimaces. "Bad news if you ask me, if he gets what he wants, everything and everyone will go down. Why do you ask?"

"Nothing, say do you think Raynare shares the ideals of Kokabiel?" Yu says as Dohnaseek answers him. "Heh, based on her view of humans that's a possibility. Besides I wouldn't be surprised if she-"

"Narukami, are you telling me? You don't think?" Dohnaseek says as Yu responds to those questions looking at the fallen. "Certainly a possibility based on what you're telling me."

"And thus your weird request." Dohnaseek says as he floats now and prepares to leave. "All right let's hope I don't get caught and be killed with what she'll call an 'attempted mutiny' hehehe..."

As Yu nods and Dohnaseek in turn both went their separate ways as Dohnaseek disappears leaving more black feathers recuperating and hopefully for the Fool fulfilling his request. Now focusing on returning to Issei, Yu walks to the entrance of the park tuning back on his Personas to witness and interesting scene.

'Master!' Loa says as the voodoo appears in front of Baron Samedi. 'For Yu to summon you here, this is truly amazing.'

'Hmmmmm, Ah! Makenson is that you! How has it been my friend!' Baron Samedi says as he ruffles the head of the Loa Persona now known as Makenson. 'Well what a small world! Or rather what are the chances!'

'Hee-hoo you know each other hee-hee?' Jack Frost says looking at the two as he receives his answers. 'Indeed! Among all of the followers I have, Makenson here is more charismatic than the rest of them who are exceptionally crude to the point of annoying moi! It was surprising that Makenson suddenly disappeared, but for him to be here all along and for to be called upon by you! It truly seems fate has plans for us monsieur Yu!'

'You really think its fate uhh, Samedi-san?' Yu asks as Samedi vigorously nods and replies to the Fool. 'Obviously monsieur! And please, I have noticed on how each member of this family has his station. So you may call moi, Oncle Sam~!'

'HOLD IT BUSTER!' Belial yells garnering the attention of his nephew and the skeletal gentleman. 'We've had enough uncles in this family thank you very much! 'Sides you'll only give bad rep in this family, so why don't you be a relative twice removed at best!'

'Surely as a fellow baron you are joking mon ami?' Baron Samedi says as Belial huffs and Nebiros speaks in his stead. 'Unfortunately, he means it and so do I. We cannot risk our nephew who possesses so much potential to be dragged by someone like you. I have read about you after all, and your daily adventures in your realm in Haiti?'

As a potential argument was about to brew Yu diffuses it by asking a question to Loa of the Dead. 'Well then, before anything else there is one question I would like to ask uhhhh 'Uncle' Sam.'

'Ah, anything my dear neveu~' Baron Samedi says as he opts to ignore the other two uncles arguing against him. 'You said when you appeared that I am similar as you. How are we similar?'

'Well my neveu, I could point out the many reason on how we are similar but I find it easy to summarize it all with this statement.' Baron Samedi says as he appears in a translucent form putting his left around his nephew and moves his right arm waving his cane around. 'Simply put we are similar in a sense that we're too weird to live yet too rare to die~!'

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'That so?' Yu replies to the statement, only for Beelzebub to put his piece. 'Makes sense to be honest. I mean look, you've got many entities in your soul which is weird and dangerous, yet we all live in harmony ehh more or less like a family which is very rare.'

The Fool could've continue this topic further had he not sense the two faeries and the pervert as he notices that he is at the entrance of the park. Upon walking towards them Issei, Titania and Oberon notices Yu and smiles as they walk towards them. "Senpai!"

"Well, based on what we sensed guessed we missed a lot of fun~" Titania says giggling as Oberon speaks. "Nevertheless, we could always converse and ask dear. We should return to his soul so as to let him replenish his reserves."

Titania nods at Oberon's statement as the finally transform back into cards and disappear returning to Yu's soul now leaving the Fool and pervert to their devices.

"So, you want answers hmmmm where to star-" was all Yu can say as Issei interrupted him. "No need, Titania-san and Oberon-san filled me in. So I have one of these Sacred Gears these tools given by God and these angels, fallen angels and devils want those things more or less?"

"Yup." Yu says as Issei continues. "And the popular students in our school are devils and they are interested in us becoming like them?"

"Uhuh." Yu confirms as the Fool and the pervert now walk as the sun completely sets indicating the arrival of nighttime. "But you're ability is different and uh, well they try to explain but I didn't quite get it."

"I can't explain what my power is right now. That's another topic altogether, what's important right now is your safe and from here on out you'll have to decide." Yu says as he puts his arms back to his head and Issei looks at him questioningly. "Decide?"

"Yes decide, as you already know all those three factions are racing for the Sacred Gears and you have one. The only party I've confirmed as interested in keeping you alive by joining their ranks is Gremory Rias, dunno about the angels though haven't met them yet." Yu says as Issei replies on this. "What about you senpai? Are you going to help me?"

Upon hearing this Yu stares at Issei and the two gaze for a moment as both stop towards a fork in the road and Yu looks away responding to his question. "I'll try as much as I can, but as I said whether you consider one of the factions' offer or stand alone is up to you."

"I see, thanks senpai for well you know, helping out on this situation." Issei says as he stares at his senior. "No problem, that's what friends are for right?"

"Eh?" Issei says exclaiming surprise as the Fool continues. "I mean sure it is a senpai's duty to look after his kouhai, but I think a friend would go through that much length to save someone right?"

"Friend huh?" Issei says as he looks towards the sky then to his palms forming a smile on his face. "That so, well from one friend to another thanks."

Finishing his statement Issei present his fist to Yu as the Fool knowing the gesture, responds in turn as he bumps his fist with Issei. And as the fist connect he feels the bond between him and the Sacred Gear user grow strong as he sees his social link with him grow. "Well this my stop, my home is on the right, see you at school Issei-san."

"You too Yu-senpai!" Issei says as he starts his way home.

'Well, that was a surprising display for that pervert.' Andra says as his owl-like eyes watch the Issei until he leaves his line of sight as Baron Samedi gives his own remarks at the pervert. 'I think he has what it takes to be a true gentleman. All he needs is someone who can show him the proper pointers of one.'

As his Personas debate whether or not Issei is redeemable with his qualities, the Fool now looks toward the night sky as it starts displaying some stars. "Well, we've rescued Issei and for now everything seems fine. I just hope nothing goes wrong in the road ahead."


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Who's There?- P4 OST

"So you promise to hold up your end of the bargain?" Nyarlathotep says as he smiles at an unknown figure, obscured by the darkness he's in. "..."

"GREAT~! Now just remember when I need to cash in that favor, back me up mkay~?" Nyarlathotep says as his smile turns to a maddening grin. "..."

"Eh, don't worry about old, bald and long-nose I've put him in your place, just as I put you in his~" Nyarlathotep says smoothly as cackles by the unknown figures reaction to him. "You, unnerve? Ha, hey you're the 'God of Control' so be in control of yourself haha~! Don't worry, you'll get used to it~!"

"Just remember uhhh, Yadaboo? Yaldaba? Whatever, just remember I freed you, put you on that pedestal and when the time comes I cash in the favor." Nyarlathotep says reaffirming the deal set between the malignant forces. "..."

"Wha- her? Bah, don't worry I've got plans for her, and she won't even do a thing to report back to Mr. Butterfly." Nyarlathotep says as the figure finally disappears and the Crawling Chaos happy with the agreement. Finished with that issue, he turns around to a floating body of a girl with the same features of an assistant of the Velvet Room wearing a noticeable accessory of a headband with each end of its side a wing of a butterfly in decorative silver. "Now, just in case he backs away on the deal or he botches his role. You might as well do the job Lavenza or should I say Caroline and Justine~!"

And in that moment all that can be heard was a dark chuckle from Nyarlathotep as he surrounds the Velvet assistant with his power and the darkness now engulfs both of them.


Evening

Narukami Residence

A Sky Full of Stars- P4 OST

Tired with the events of today, Narukami Yu walks back to his current resident until he halts his steps and communicates with his family of Personas who are curious as to why he stop his tracks. 'Okay, is there something wrong?'

'What do you mean Narukami-san?' Valkyrie says as Yu replies. 'I can sense all of you guy's mirth and some of you are even snickering. All the while we haven't seen anything that is funny or might cause everyone of guys to smile all the way home, so what is it? Also we haven't heard from Yoshitsune for a while, is he okay?'

'Who knows, last time someone saw him was Masakado saying Yoshitsune is going deeper in your soul, doing training or something. He also says when he and Yoshitsune were last talking, he swears that Yoshitune's voice was almost like a girl's voice and the armor he always wears is now too big for him. I'd say that guy floats way too much, he's probably seeing and hearing things wrong floating that high.' Pixie says grinning through which Masakado interrupts almost blowing Pixie away. 'I am not as you say 'over my head' you puny ladybug! I am sure of what I saw! He's hair was longer than usual to the point it almost reaches her feet and he's height has shorten! It's as if he's becoming a little girl!'

'Yeah whatever, now as for the first question, let's just say we sensed something on our house and well Scathach and Hariti decided to check it out.' Pixie says as Yu raises a brow which prompts to faerie to giggles. 'Don't worry it's not dangerous, and it's something interesting as well~'

'Okay, what is it?' Yu asks and what he gets are only whistles as they ignore his questions, only for his little sister to simply giggle and appear to try and push him towards their home. 'Hehehe~! Don't worry Onii-chan, I'm sure you'll like the surprise as much as I did~! C'mon, let's go, let's go~!"

As Alice now holds her Onii-chan's arm to pull him heading towards the door of the residence. Opening the front door, an image of Hariti in a light purple blouse, long skirt and apron and Scathach wearing a dark purple shirt, black jeans and a blood-red apron jerking her thumb to the living room. "We'll prepare the dinner dear apprentice, you've got more important matters to attend with."

Finishing the statement they both go to the kitchen and the sounds of chopping are being made indicating Scathach and Hariti are making dinner indeed. 'Can they cook?'

"Of course they can~! I mean they've watching you do it, so it'll be fine right~?" Alice says which doesn't help ease his Onii-chan one bit. Upon seeing the apprehension Alice tries to steer Yu away and lead him to the living room. "Don't worry Onii-chan~! Besides you might be late~!"

Girl of the Hollow Forest- P4G OST

"Late for wha-" Yu says as he checks on his watch, a habit he gained upon receiving the watch from Naoto that night. Upon checking the watch the Fool's eyes widen and his hear skips a beat, seeing the secondary function of the watch working as it reads '5 meters'.

Seeing this the Fool quickly goes to the living room, with his ghostly little sister following suit giggling while leaving some distance. Upon entering the living room, he was surprised to see a sight he thought to never see for awhile. His gaze lay on a petite figure with eye-catching blue hair and iconic cap gazing at the window not noticing the Fool's presence as he slowly walks to the figure now merely inches away. Upon noticing a shadow, the figure turns as it is suddenly being envelope by the Fool's embrace, yelping slightly in a high-pitched tone in surprise as it turns to nervous breathing gazing upon the person who is embracing her. "S-senpai!?"

"Naoto, well this is certainly a surprise that I certainly like." Yu says smiling as he continues speaking. "But what're you doing here? And what about the others?"

"W-well Yosuke-senpai received your message and relayed it to all of us. And w-well, h-hearing your situation I was worried." Naoto says as her voice going quite due to embarrassment. She recomposes herself however as much as she can and regains her voice. "Everyone was busy, and since I have no case and not yet enrolled in a school I-I t-though..."

Naoto looks away as Yu smiles and releases the Fortune from his embrace only to stop her and cup her left cheek with his left hand to steer her gaze towards him as their lips make contact, which turns the Fortune's face red as she drops to the couch with the Fool following suit as Yu pins Naoto by laying his body to the couch with his head on her lap. "You really didn't have to do this, but I'll be honest it feels nice to be with you again, even if it was a few days we're apart."

"I-it feels nice to be with you again... Senpai." Naoto says as she smiles through her blushing. It was short-lived however as the Fortune questions the Fool on the residents she encountered inside the house before him. "U-uh Senpai, I've seen two women in your house. Who are the-"

"It's a long story I'll explain later. Right now, it's been a tiring day and I want to rest." Yu says as he stretches, his head moving in her lap, painting a red face on Naoto once more. "Besides, if you're staying here we should fin-"

"I already enrolled in Kuoh Academy, and with that we c-could be n-near each other... Uh! For investigations of course!" Naoto says as she sees Yu smiling. Deciding to get a one up on her senpai she takes the initiative or at least tries. "A-anyways, I don't have anywhere to live, so uh i-if y-you don't miiind... If w-we could l-live in together? T-that is, if you have spare room of course!"

"Sure, the house has a lot of spare rooms as you can see... Or let's save expenses and share room together?" Yu says smiling showing he won't back down. However, for Naoto her mind is currently at an overdrive to find a response as she calms herself down upon hearing her senpai's proposal. "U-uhm w-well, uhhh..."

"Before this goes on, I suggest you two try to eat dinner first?" Scathach says surprising the both of them as she looks at Yu. "I know you're tired, dear apprentice but do try to fill your empty stomach before going to rest."

As Scathach walks away to the dining room. The Fortune and Fool look at each other and laugh together for awhile. "Uh, dear apprentice?"

"As I said long story, I'll catch you up as we eat c'mon it's time to meet the family, again I guess." Yu says as he stands up and offers his hand to Naoto. Taking the offer she stands and both walk towards the dining room. "Family? Is she your relative?"

As the two enter the dining room and are greeted by the sight of Hariti, Scathach, Alice, Death, Belial and Nebiros in their human form they enjoy dinner together as Yu explains to Naoto about his family of Personas as well as the apparent history between him and Philemon. Ending dinner, the two discuss the arrangement and agreed that Naoto would take one of the rooms near Yu on the second floor. However as it is late already, both agreed to spend the night temporarily in Yu's room. And as the day ends, it can be said that Yu and Naoto spend the whole night together.

The Fortune being together once more with her Fool.


Loki: *Tries to yank Mystery Food X off of Kyo* GIVE IT! GIVE IT TO ME DAMMIT!

Kyo: NO! *Tries to hold on to Mystery Food X* You guys will KILL ME!

Loki: Look, we won't kill you anymore, we understand but you have to tell the readers or anyone who's still reading this *struggling to yank Mystery Food X* WHY IT TOOK YOU SO LONG! DAMMIT JUST GIVE IT TO ME!

Kyo: FINE! *relinquishing Mystery Food X as Loki throws it away* Hey, long time no see~! Look I had a hard time from college and had to focus on it, and it paid off as I passed all my subjects~! Another thing was during a family trip to Kyoto which during there I planned to published it which was a few days ago, my relative's wallet was stolen! And in Kyoto of all places, I thought it was a safe neighborhood *mumbles*. So anyways to say sorry I tried to write this big chap for you guys as an apology~! And yes new extra social links for Yu which means hi-jinks and shenanigans as well as interesting people will enter in Yu's life all while things are moving behind his back~! Unfortunately some of these moves will show itself in time as some of those moves are for a long play! So uhhh anything els- Oh! Maybe you could guess but yeah some Personas are changing to their true form and Yu will figure out history is more fragmented from the truth and the facts written and as you can see their will be differences as things meshes for the grand scheme of things and if you can read thoroughly, you can notice things will definitely be different in canonicity of the Persona franchise. And don't worry a new chap is on the works whether and as to when it'll be published as I said I'll try as much as I can but it depends on how long I plan to write the chap! So my apologies and until then read, review and I hope you enjoy this chap~!

Raphael: W-wait what about my screen time!?

Kyo: You'll get your chance on the next chap don't worry!

Raphael: You sure?

Kyo: *groans* YES! You'll get it along with Theo!

Raphael: B-but! *sighs* Fine, I'll share with Theo...

Kyo: Good! Now, I'm not good with uhh what you call it, smut or fluff or lemon but if you guys want just tell me. Alrighty! The next one is where the team comes together as new members gather at Yu's call! Until then farewell...