My Aniki, the wedding crasher
Makoto P.O.V
I, had expected something like this. From hearing about the Phenex clan, I knew Buchou and the others would be at a big disadvantage. Buchou, I am truly sorry for this. I wish there was something I could do, but with my position, I can't make any rash movements or it would reflect on my King too badly.
Even now, I have told hold in my anger at the sights I had just seen. Koneko-chan, Yuuto-senpai, Akeno-senpai and Aniki all got retired, Aniki got the most hurt during that battle. But, he improved thanks to that. But, it still doesn't make the slightest bit of difference. With the games end, I make my way to see Koneko-chan and the others in the medical unit with Sera-tan.
They should be there right now, receiving treatment for their injuries. That's what I know to be true. For Raynare, I sent her home. To prepare for when Aniki is back there. He will be brought home soon, I'm sure.
"Hmmm, I was expecting this, wasn't you, Ma-tan?"
"I was. To defeat someone from the Phenex clan, there are very few ways. I feel for Buchou, who right now has to marry some creep. But, I know there isn't anything I can do. She will accept it, wont she? Because, everyone tried their best for her, she is going to accept it without resistance."
"Yes, that is what is going to happen. Rias-chan, she tried her best didn't she? But, I wouldn't count Ise-chan out just yet."
A smirk appears on her face...yes if its Aniki, I'm sure he will come through, somehow. Whatever this way of his is, he will get Buchou out of this situation immediately. When he wakes up, that is. I will also visit Aniki and make sure he is ok.
"But Sera-tan. Buchou..."
"I know Ma-tan. You have a huge crush on her!"
I do a spit take and shake my head!
"I don't have a crush on Buchou at all! There isn't anyone I have a crush on. Heh, I'm not going down that road again. It only ends in heartbreak anyway. Love, isn't something I think about anymore."
"Hmmmm, what do you mean, anymore? Did something, happen my cute Queen?"
I turn away and shake my head. Back then, I was...naive. Now, I'm different. Love, just doesn't come to someone like me. Yes, I don't believe love is in my future. Aniki has Buchou now, her heart is already taken by Aniki, I didn't want Buchou as she is someone I, don't think would be...she is like an Onee-sama to me.
"It doesn't matter. We need to see..."
"Makoto-saaaaaaaaaan!"
Asia-chan comes shooting down the corridors and into my arms! She hugs me very tightly as she trembles a little. She saw a horrific battle. She doesn't need to see something like that ever again.
"Asia-chan, I'm so happy you are safe. I am just glad they didn't target you, or I would've attacked them without mercy."
Speaking from my heart, Asia-chan is something I've decided I'm going to keep safe now. This is a promise of a lifetime.
"Buchou-san, she...lost...Ise-san got hurt really badly...I was scared."
"I know. I saw everything that happened. But now, I know things will be alright. Come with us Asia-chan. I will keep you safe now."
She nods strongly as she takes my hand in hers. She is still trembling a little, so to calm her nerves, I stroke her hand comfortingly.
"Ma-tan! Lets go and see how everyone is! But I must say, to be an announcer alongside Grayfia-chan, it was a very good thing Ma-tan. You, did a good job with that. Very well presented."
"Thank you, but I shouldn't be praised. I didn't do anything grand. It was something Grayfia-sama could've handled herself."
"Even if she could, didn't mean you didn't do a good job. You, showed support Ma-tan. And that's something everyone needs."
Sera-tans strong words resonate something in my heart. Support, that's what I am. When, Aniki comes and saves Buchou, I will be a support. Someone he can rely on also. Something that is going to become someone he and Buchou can depend on.
"Y-Yes I guess so."
So like that, we three go and see the others. First we stop to see Koneko-chan, she is sleeping peacefully now. I, along with Sera-tan and Asia-chan also check on Yuuto-senpai and Akeno-senpai, and thankfully they are ok also.
"Ma-tan, we are going to have to go to the Underworld soon. You know, because of the engagement, we have been invited to attend. Of course, you will be by my side, mostly."
Mostly? What, does she mean by mostly?
"W-When you say mostly...?"
"Aah yes. If you are ok with it, I would also like you to help Rias-chan. With everything going on, I'm sure she will need someone there and you are a friendly face for her."
Helping Buchou, yes I can do that.
"I will do my best for Buchou. I want to do more, but I can't, can I?"
"I'm sorry Ma-tan. There isn't anything we can do with our positions, if there was, I would be commanding you to do it right now, or you would do it anyway."
She knows me too well. Of course I want to do something, but it isn't possible.
"Can we see Aniki now? I, hope he is alright."
"Of course, but we have to leave soon."
I nod in understanding and we three set off towards where Aniki is being kept. I don't actually know where we are going, but Sera-tan seems to know where she is going so I will follow her. We get to a room sometime later and head inside once knocking.
"Aniki!"
I gasp. He looks like someone who has been hit by a bus repeatedly. I go over and hold his hand immediately. He shouldn't be like this, Asia-chan starts healing his physical injuries, but it wont be enough. He will need some rest also, for his mental state.
"Um, Sera-tan. Where is Kaichou? After the Rating Game finished, she kind of disappeared."
"To see Rias-chan, I believe. They are best friends after all."
I nod in understanding. Even if they fight often, they are very good friends.
"Asia-chan, when I go to the Underworld, can I ask you to look after Aniki?"
She looks conflicted.
"C-Can I not...go with you? Please?"
"I'm sorry Asia-chan. I have to go, but I wont want to leave Aniki alone with Raynare. So, please look after him for me."
She...nods reluctantly. She really likes being around me, doesn't she? Must be because I was her first true friend. I'm ok with her being around me all the time, I actually really like it very much. It means someone actually cares about me so much that they want to be around me.
"Thank you Asia-chan. Again, I'm sorry about how the Rating Game turned out. Everyone did their best and I wanted Buchou to win. If your opponent wasn't a Phenex then I'm almost certain that you would've won. Isn't that right Sera-tan? If Riser wasn't a Phenex the immortal Phoenix, then they would've won, right?"
"I can see it happening anyway. Ma-tan, I will be back soon. Just need to see Sirzechs-chan for something."
"Y-Yes Sera-tan. I will be here."
She kisses my cheek and leaves the room. So, that's how it is. Aniki like this, Buchou engaged to Riser and I...hear a knock at the door.
"I will get it."
I say to Asia-chan who nods with a smile. I go over to the door and open it...
"H-H-Hello! Is Hyoudou-sama here!?"
I give her a strange look. She does know its me who answered the door right?
"Y-Yes that's me."
She becomes flustered and flails her arms around frantically! W-Wow, well...umm, what to say in this situation...
"W-Well yes, umm, Hyoudou-sama...well ummmm...since there is going to be...an engagement party for Onii-sama and Rias-sama...I-I was maybe wondering if I could, what I am trying to say is...if you don't have one that is...maybe we could...yes we could...go...together..."
Go together? Like a date?
"You, want me to escort you to the party...as a date?"
When I said that, I feel a certain girls eyes on me...Asia-chan! I will make it up to you! I promise wholeheartedly!
"W-Well...you are going...and I am going...so I thought...maybe we could...go together...but if you don't want to then..."
She makes a sad gaze appear on her face! Uwah! Don't do that Ravel-san!
"Yes! Lets go together! Ravel-san, please let me escort you to the party, as my...date."
"Yes! I-I mean, that's good I guess. Anyway, I best be heading back to the Underworld. I will meet you for our date...for our get together at 7 o'clock sharp on the day, at my place."
Eh? She has gone from shy, to a little bit Tsundere. Well, a Tsundere is cute in itself. They are cold and hostile on the outside but have loving feelings on the inside they find hard to express.
"I-I don't know where you live."
I admit to her. She smiles a little.
"It is understandable. Ask Serafall-sama to take you to the Phenex household or teach you how to get there."
"Y-Yes, I understand. I will be there Ravel-san."
"You better."
With a little wave, she leaves. I turn around and see Asia-chan pouting at me with wet eyes...ehehe, this isn't something I would call a normal situation. I'm going on a sort of date with Ravel-san? When does something like that happen? W-Well she is certainly cute...and we do get along very well indeed.
But, an actual date, well a sort of date. It could be considered a friendly date, just friends getting together and talking. Yeah, that's what I will think this is, I'm pretty sure this is it.
"Au...Makoto-san...you have a date with..."
"It isn't a date! Well it is, sort of. But, just think of it as friends going together, that's all! I swear!"
"Hmm...ok."
I don't think she is convinced at all. Well, I guess she isn't going to be convince I suppose. Yes, this isn't something that is going to convince her. She did just hear me say to Ravel-san about escorting her to a party, yeah that doesn't sound good. B-But its not like I want to offend her as she did ask me directly.
"Asia-chan, you didn't get hurt right? I don't think I saw them target you but still..."
"N-No! I didn't get hurt. Everyone else was hurt, not me."
"That's a good thing Asia-chan. I'm happy you wasn't hurt. I was worried when you was in the Rating Game."
She comes over to me...and hugs me tightly...Asia-chan...the door then opens and it seems that Grayfia-sama is here.
"Makoto-sama, Asia-sama. Issei-sama, shall be moved back to your house soon. Makoto-sama, Serafall-sama has requested you join her now. She is just down the hall. Don't worry about Issei-sama, I shall watch over him myself."
So, Grayfia-sama will watch over Aniki? That's a good thing, it will stop me from worrying about Asia-chan being alone with Raynare also.
"O-Ok. Thank you Grayfia-sama. But, can you tell Raynare, not to be bad while I am away? And, could you tell these words to Aniki to say when he comes to save Buchou..."
So, I explain why I want Aniki to say these words and after some convincing, she nods at me.
"As a fellow Queen of a Maou, I shall do this for you."
"T-Thank you very much Grayfia-sama. Now, I best be leaving."
I turn and leave the room. As I see Sera-tan waiting down the corridor for me, I make my way down said corridor...but someone hugs me from behind...Asia-chan.
"I-Is something the matter?"
"Makoto-san...I hope you come back soon."
I look her directly in the eyes and nod strongly.
"I'm going to be back soon, I promise."
With a final hug, she goes back into the room Aniki is in. I head towards Sera-tan.
"My cute Queen!"
"Sera-tan, I'm confused about something."
Giving me a look of confusion, she looks me in the eyes.
"What are you confused about?"
"W-Well, Ravel-san...she asked me to be her...date for a lack of a better word."
She narrows her eyes somewhat. Hmm? Why does she have narrowed eyes? I, don't fully understand. Is, or has something upset her? Was it me? Did I do something I shouldn't?
"You, was asked out by Ravel-chan?"
"N-Not to be her boyfriend! J-Just to escort her to the engagement party. But, I'm confused as to why she would...ask me. She, could have anyone, yet...she chose me to take her? I'm, not special or anything. Heh, I can't even get my Sacred Gear to work."
"Ma-tan...I'm sorry. I'm failing as a King for you. I'm supposed to make sure you are happy, yet I'm obviously not doing a very good job of that."
Its...not her fault at all.
"Please don't think that. I'm very happy. Since I have the best King. Even if you wasn't a Maou, I would still think you are the best King. You, always look out for me, you came to save me when the Fallen Angels had taken me, you don't judge me because of my Youkai form. Please, don't ever think you are a failure Sera-tan. Because, you are not now or ever will be a failure as a King."
"Stay with me forever Ma-tan, ok? I can't let you go now when you say amazing words like that to me. So, stay with me forever."
Staying with Sera-tan forever...
"I will. I will stay with you forever, I am your Queen after all! I can't leave you, and I wouldn't either."
Her eyes well up with tears that are threatening to escape...Sera-tan...is she upset? No, she is smiling...
"That's right! I wont ever leave you either. Now, we need to go Ma-tan. Things to do and all that."
I giggle and stand by her side as her loyal Queen. This isn't a place I will ever leave. By her side, always. She might be a Maou and way stronger than I can hope to be, but...I will use what I have inside me to protect Sera-tan, with everything I have got!
"...ov...ou..."
Hmmm? Sera-tan muttered something, but I didn't catch it.
"What did you say, Sera-tan?"
"Ooh nothing. Don't worry your cute little head about it Ma-tan. Although, you will have to sleep with your Youkai form out tonight! Its becoming something of a need for me to have those tails of yours, so soft and fluffy..."
I am not a house pet! I'm a Kyuubi! Not house pet! Uwah! Sera-tan!
"And I can't sleep without my Sera-tan! The warm body of my Master makes me feel good inside while I sleep."
"Ara Ma-tan. So, you have become accustomed to me? My body? Is it something you desire?"
D-D-Desire!? H-Her body!? C-Can I even...do something like that? S-She is very...wow...she is my Master...so maybe...even I could...be with...Sera-tan...no, I'm being an idiot. She is a Maou, I'm a low class Devil. It wouldn't happen.
"S-Sera-tan?"
"What is it cute Queen?"
"N-Never mind. Are we, going now?"
She nods and takes my hand. She then activates the magic circle.
"Ma-tan, we are going now. Remember, don't count Issei-chan out just yet."
I know. Don't count Aniki out. He will do something. I just know he will. Aniki...
"I know Sera-tan. I know. He is the hero who will save the day after all."
"No, he is Rias-chan's hero. There can be more than one hero, you know?"
More than one hero...hmmmm, more than one hero. I wonder if I could be...a hero? Or, will I be a supporting character? Supporting character...
"Are we going?"
"Of course! Lets get going my cutest Queen!"
A light envelops us in its shining aura, we then are teleported away!
...Its been 2 days since we left for the Underworld. Today, is the day of Buchou's engagement. Right now, I'm getting ready to pick up my...date. Koneko-chan and the others turned out to be alright and are attending the engagement also.
But for myself, I have to go to Ravel-sans property to get her for our, date. I heard from Sera-tan that Kaichou can't attend for some reasons related to the student council. I think she is behind a little because of, well I think its my fault because she took time to help me. I will make it up to her by doing some student council work.
I've heard from Asia-chan that Aniki hasn't woken up yet, he better wake up soon. He, needs to save Buchou. Something I can't do yet. Something I can't do at all, since it would reflect on my King poorly and I don't want that for Sera-tan.
"Ma-tan, your date will be waiting for you soon~"
Aah yes, it is nearing 7 already. The promised time for me to pick up Ravel-san. I have asked Sera-tan if I should bring a gift or something, she said I should bring a single red rose, I will do as she advises. I think it might be a little cliche, but now thinking about it, it makes a good impression, doesn't it?
"I'm nervous Sera-tan. I've never done something like this before. And, don't I need to be by your side at all times?"
"Aah don't be nervous. Don't think of it as a date, just friends going together to a party. Don't worry about not being with me at all times. If I need you, I will get you."
I'm so nervous. Ravel-san is a member of the Phenex clan and I'm just a reincarnated low class Devil. Its like a commoner escorting royalty, maybe I shouldn't think like that as Ravel-san...is my friend I believe.
"Sera-tan, thank you. You have calmed my nerves a little. Thank you very much."
"Hehe, no need to be formal Ma-tan. Can I say, you look really handsome."
I blush at those words and look at Sera-tan fully. She looks beautiful. Its the only word I can use to describe the sight infront of me. I can't take my eyes of my King as she is very beautiful. Just very...very...beautiful.
"...You think?"
"Very handsome indeed. My Ma-tan, your first date~"
"Please don't think of it like that. It isn't a date. She is just a friend. Sera-tan, I don't actually know how to get there, and how to get to the...engagement hall. Could you perhaps, teach me quickly?"
She nods and proceeds to explain about it all in good detail. Once she had explained everything, it is just so simple. Yes, it is very simple indeed. But, it is going to take a few jumps to get there, apparently because I'm a little inexperienced still, so I will try my best!
"So, that's it Ma-tan. You ready? You have to be a proper gentleman. Since she is apart of the Phenex clan, you have to set a good example as my cute Queen."
"I-I will certainly try my best. I wont disgrace you Sera-tan. I will do the best I can."
She kisses my cheek and smiles her cute smiles at me.
"I know you will. Because, you are my Queen. My Ma-tan, my Queen. Ma-tan, I want to confess something to you."
Confess something to me? What would she need to confess to me?
"Y-Yes?"
"For awhile now, there has been something I want to do with you. People keep interrupting. You must know what I mean, right?"
What she means? Does she mean...is it possible that she means a...k-k-k-kiss?
"I'm not sure if that's a good idea."
She looks at me with a sad and confused expression.
"Don't you want to kiss me?"
"I-It isn't that at all! I-I would be...very happy to kiss you. But, I'm your Queen, a low class Devil, is it alright for us to do something like this? You are a Maou, wouldn't you be judged for doing something like that with me?"
"I don't care what others say, what do you say?"
What do I say...?
"P-Please...kiss me..."
I whisper out...kissing my Master...kissing Sera-tan...she actually wants to do it...with me...kissing me...even though...I'm like this...
"Ok Ma-tan. I want to kiss you and you want to kiss me. Don't worry about what others. Right here and now. It is about us. Let us share something I want, do you want it?"
"I-I want it..."
"Ara so shy. You know, I love your shyness, it is very cute. Now, kiss me Ma-tan."
I nod and lean up a little, she is taller than I am so I have to lean up and she leans down. I'm actually going to kiss Sera-tan! I can't actually believe it. My and Sera-tans lips are actually going to connect this time. No one is going to interrupt us this time I hope.
She wraps her arms around my neck and our lips...they are so close now...I...I don't know...I am happy...we are about to kiss...Sera-tan...
Our lips...they actually connect! I'm actually kissing Sera-tan right now! A-Amazing...so, this is what Sera-tans...mouth is like...I can smell her...hair...everything about this...feels so right...my worries and fears about this melt away...
We break apart after about a minute of kissing, it wasn't a tongue deep kiss, but I felt something strong inside myself from the contact. I blush very hard as a tinge of pink dusts her own cheeks.
"Ma-tan...I really liked that."
"I-I-I...liked it...also."
"Hehe, you're so cute! Ma-tan, you better get going."
I nod while still a little dazed. I actually kissed her, me. Someone like me kissed her and she actually kissed me of her own free will.
"I-I guess I...should be going...but Sera-tan...that was..."
"I know! Haha, Ma-tan. We have to do that, whenever we see one another!"
W-Whenever we see one another!? I'm...going to kiss her...everytime we see one another!?
"Was...I a good...kisser?"
I ask nervously. I don't know if I was good or not. I want to hope I'm good, but if I was at least partly good then, I'm very happy indeed.
"The best! I loved it very very much! Give me another one before you go!"
A-Another kiss!? W-Well, if my King wants a kiss...then who am I to say no? She crushes her lips onto mine for a few seconds, before breaking apart again. Two kisses in the space of a few minutes...cool!
"E-Even though I'm like this...I'm happy you kissed me..."
"Me too! Whenever you want one, just do it! I really don't mind if you kiss me whenever you want Ma-tan!"
"...You...too...whenever you want...I will...be happy...if you...kiss me...Sera-tan."
We smile to one another and hug one another.
"Better go Ma-tan. Never keep a lady waiting~"
I am a little nervous still...but the kiss Sera-tan and I shared, helped me feel more confident. So, kissing Sera-tan gives me a confidence boost? Hehe, Sera-tan, thank you.
"I will...go now."
I activate a magic circle as I take my rose for Ravel-san. This circle will take me to the Phenex estate, well this wont take me directly there, but after several jumps as Sera-tan said but it wont take long. That is the place I will be going to get my date that isn't a date but it is a date sort of.
"Bye Ma-tan. See you at the party."
"G-Goodbye Sera-tan. I-I-I will do...my best for you."
With a wave I disappear with a flash of light!
...After I had made several jumps, I finally arrive at the place I was directed to by Sera-tan. She told me how to get there so, here I am...aah! This place is huge! A huge castle! So huge! She is wow, she lives her...amazing. So, ummm, what should I do now? But, am I'm thinking this, the huge castle gates open...a maid girl is stood there and she bows to me...uummmmmm, I'm not used to something like this...
"Welcome to the Phenex estate, how may I help you today?"
"W-Well, h-hello...m-my name is Serafall Leviathan and I'm the Queen of Makoto Hyoudou-sama...wait! No! I-I-I mean! I-I mean ummmm, m-my name is Ma-Makoto Hyou...Hyoudou and I'm the Q-Queen of Serafall Leviathan-sama!"
Ooh shit! I'm going to sound stupid! Oh shit, this isn't going well already, ooh crap! Sera-tan! I'm failing you already! Uwah! I'm so sorry!
"Q-Queen of Serafall-sama!? Y-You are her Queen?"
The maid girl seems surprised, well I suppose she should be.
"T-That's right. T-The reason I-I-I am here is because, I-I am here to p-pick Ravel-san...Ravel Phenex-sama...for our ummmm...for the engagement of Riser-sama and...Rias-sama..."
"Oh, you are the boy Ravel-sama has been talking about?"
Ravel-san has been talking about me? Really? Me?
"I-I guess so. Is she...ready?"
"Ooh, please come inside. Lord Phenex-sama and Lady Phenex-sama would like to have a brief word with you."
A brief word with me...oh no. Its going to be something like, "You are just a commoner, you have no business with our daughter!" or something similar like that. But, I will endure. Since Ravel-san wants me to take her, I will just have to charm her parents, hopefully.
"Thank you very much maid-san."
I bow as I enter the estate. Damn, this place is huge. The garden we are currently passing through, looks very spectacular. Whoever does the gardens here is very talented. We walk through this magnificent garden until we reach the castle itself, we enter through its doors...wow...this place is...damn, they are very...wow.
"Please follow me to the tea room."
They have a tea room!? A room just for tea! W-Well they are rich so, ummm, they should, have a tea room I guess. Phoenix Tears, I heard they are sold for high prices from Kaichou once, so maybe this is why they have such a huge castle. I do as she asks and follow her towards the tea room.
Walking to this tea room, I see some portraits, one of a man and woman who looks like an older version of Ravel-san, that must be her parents. I see some more portraits, two of men I don't recognize, one of Riser and one of Ravel-san. The other two must be related to them, Ravel-sans brothers?
I want to guess older since it seems, they are arranged by age, with obviously Ravel-san is last then Riser is just before her, then the two guys and first was her parents, or I presume they was anyway.
We make it to this tea room, it looks well decorated, I see the simple of the immortal bird Phoenix on the walls. There are two people sat down inside this room...its the same people who was on that first portrait, so...they must be her parents, right?
The maid-san bows to these people.
"Presenting Makoto Hyoudou-sama. Queen of the Maou, Serafall Leviathan-sama."
Y-Yes, its them alright, I bow to the people as the maid-san stands in the corner.
"H-Hello. I'm M-Makoto Hyoudou...Queen of the Maou, Serafall Leviathan-sama. Y-You must be Lord and Lady Phenex-sama. It is a p-pleasure to meet you both."
I'm a little afraid to look at their expressions, so I avoid eye contact, I know it might come off as rude but, this is a situation where my shyness kicks into overdrive!
"Ara. You are the fabled Queen of Serafall-sama? It is a pleasure to meet you Makoto Hyoudou-san, may I call you Makoto-san?"
Lady Phenex-sama said to me, so I nod shyly...wait I'm fabled? I'm famous already? I wouldn't of thought that. I haven't done anything too be famous for yet. Or is it simply because I'm Sera-tans Queen? It, might be a big deal, even though I must be the weakest Maou Queen.
"Aah, so this is the boy Ravel is hung up about? You must be, pretty special for a Maou to make you her Queen. It is a pleasure to meet you."
Lord Phenex-sama spoke to me. They seem...a lot nicer than Riser. How is it possible that his parents are nice and his sister is nice yet Riser is a bastard? It, doesn't make sense to someone like myself.
"T-The pleasure is all mine Lord and Lady Phenex-sama. T-Thank you for letting me into...your fabulous home. It truly is an honour for someone like me. I'm very grateful."
I finally take a glance at them, they are smiling at me. Damn, they are actually smiling at me.
"We have heard much about you from Ravel."
Heard much about me? How would Ravel-san know much about me? I, don't really get how she would know things about me.
"I-Is that so?"
"It is. Being the Queen of Serafall-sama is something I wouldn't expect when taking a first glance. But, something about you, is telling me otherwise. Do you happen to have a, Sacred Gear?"
I nod at Lord Phenex-sama.
"I-I do. So far...well I haven't been...able to understand its, abilities. But, one day, I will understand it."
I say truthfully and with a little silent sigh to myself. Obviously, its going to sound stupid that I can't even use my Sacred Gear yet. When Aniki has two abilities to his Sacred Gear, that Boost and Gift ability of his, yet I can't make mine do anything.
"I understand. I am going to come out with something that has been on my mind. What is your relationship with Ravel?"
I do a spit take! H-He wants to know my and Ravel-sans relationship status!? W-Well we don't have a relationship, no, that's not true, we are friends. So, that's our relationship status.
"M-My relationship with Ravel-san...Ravel-sama is, that of friends."
I answer him truthfully. Lady Phenex-sama then clears her throat.
"So, friends? Are you in a relationship with anyone?"
I do a spit take, again! Just why are they asking me these questions!? But then, I hear someone walk into the room...Ravel-san! She looks...I'm speechless...she looks very beautiful dressed like that, she really looks like a Princess. A purple dress, that makes her look very elegant.
"Okaa-sama!? D-Don't say embarrassing things like that! And you too Otou-sama! You are embarrassing me greatly! Please stop!"
Ravel-san becomes all flustered at that. Hehe, she is cute when acting like that.
"Oh Ravel, don't be embarrassed. We are just talking to Makoto-san here, he seems like a polite young man."
I blush at the words. I made a good impression at least, I think.
Ravel-san, she then turns her attention towards me, she face turns red...its these clothes! Of course she will go like that. I don't understand why they have to be, so clingy on me. Everything is, it shows...yes. Without saying anything, I thrust the rose forward!
"I-Is that for me?"
She asks shyly, I return that level of shyness and simply nod.
"T-Thank you. Its really sweet, of you."
She takes the rose from me and gives it to one of the maids, asking it be placed in her bedroom.
"Ummm...y-you look...I mean to say you look very...very, beautiful tonight...Ravel-san...Ravel-sama."
"N-No sama...just san will do nicely. T-Thank you for the compliment. Y-You look...handsome."
"T-Thank you, Ravel-san."
Lord Phenex then makes a wave to get our attention.
"Ravel, Makoto-san. Please enjoy the engagement. You best get going."
"Yes Otou-sama. Goodbye Okaa-sama, Otou-sama."
"Y-Yes goodbye. It was a pleasure meeting you both."
Ravel-san waved goodbye and I bow as well as wave. We then leave the tea room and head towards the front door I presume.
"Hyoudou-sama..."
"You can call me by my first name you know? Or even by a nickname like Mako or even Ma with any suffix you like."
She then suddenly got really red faced...it isn't anger, more like a blush.
"I-Is that really alright?"
"Of course it is, since we are friends."
"T-Then I shall call you Mako-sama without reservation."
Mako-sama? Hmmm, that's a nickname with sama on? Mako-sama, sounds good actually. But, I don't really like being above others, so I don't like it when people add sama to my name.
"Y-You don't have to add sama, you know?"
"But I must! Its very important to me."
Its...important if she adds sama? Well, if she wants to then, I don't really have a problem with it.
"O-Ok. If it is important then, please call me Mako-sama without hesitation or reservation."
"G-Good. Now, let us go. Shall I transport us there?"
...Hmmmm...
"I know how to do it. Would you like me to do it?"
I question, she shrugs her shoulders.
"I honestly don't mind."
"Then please allow me Ravel-san. If we end up in space or something then, please forgive me."
I chuckle a little as she giggles. I then activate a circle that will allow me to transport Ravel-san as well as myself. It takes a couple of seconds for the circle to appear, once it does, we step inside it. This one, should take us directly to the hall. With a light enveloping our bodies, we disappear!
...Once we make it to our destination, we are invited inside immediately. We go inside and...wow this place is huge! Up high is a gigantic chandelier. So sparkly, but I notice that lots of people are looking our way...well I am with Ravel Phenex-san, the daughter of the Phenex clan, sister to the groom here...but, I don't see Buchou up there. I see Riser looking like his usual smug self, but not Buchou. She must be getting ready.
I continuously look around the room...my eyes meet Sera-tans who smiles and waves at me, I wave back...I see Sirzechs-sama, who I sort of met before, when coming to the Underworld. He sees me and gives a wave, which I return weakly.
"I never expected people to be talking about us like this."
Ravel-san commented. She is right, lots of whispers about who I am and what I am doing with Ravel-san. Yes, no one would really know me as I've not really been introduced to the Devil society, just to a select few. I've not met all the Maous yet, just Sirzechs-sama briefly and obviously my King.
"I know what you mean. But, lets ignore them. It doesn't matter what they think, right?"
"No, it doesn't at all. What matters is we have a fun time together."
I smile and nod.
"Yep! We should have fun together."
Even if Aniki will come and crash the wedding so to speak. I'm sure he will come soon enough. He has too, he just has to save Buchou from this guy. The family members I've met of Risers are all good and nice, its just him that has an attitude problem.
"Exactly. Let us get some refreshments."
"Ok!"
So Ravel-san and I head towards where the refreshments are...but I keep taking shy looks at my King. Just before, we actually...I can't believe we actually kissed. It, isn't something I thought would happen like this. She keeps smiling her usual smiles at me. We get a drink of none alcoholic raspberry punch I believe and start taking sips.
"So Hyoudou...I mean Mako-sama. Tell me about yourself."
"About me? Well, there isn't much to tell really. I'm an anime otaku, I do well in school, past times include watching anime, reading manga, playing video games and talking with my friends."
"A...Anime is...a japanese cartoon, correct?"
I nod strongly!
"It is! Its amazing! I always say that anime can teach you a lot about yourself. I must sound pretty boring, right?"
"Not at all. I find it fascinating."
Potential otaku sighted. I'm going to convert this girl, hehehe.
"That you should. I'm telling you, anime and manga are the best. Anyway, can I ask you something without getting offended?"
"Sure."
I take a breath and speak to her, hope I don't sound rude.
"Your brother...I don't want to sound rude but...why is he...like that? You know, full of himself. I'm sorry if I offended you!"
"You didn't offend me at all. I tend to agree with you. To be honest, since he is an immortal bird Phoenix, he thinks he is all powerful. I'm sure someone will come and teach him a lesson one day."
That day Ravel-san, is today. Aniki, wont lose to this bastard twice in a row. I wish I could do something to him right now. But, I wont do anything as I'm on a...d-date!
"Can I ask...why you wanted me too...escort you to this...event?"
She starts blushing and looks away with that same blush.
"W-Well that is ummm...Mako-sama don't ask me that! I-I can't give you a direct answer that would, satisfy you."
"Oh. Well, I don't really care about the reason. I am just happy I get to be here with you."
"...Me too..."
She whispers something out but I don't quite catch it. But then, as I'm about to say something, someone comes up to us...I don't know this person.
"Are you, Makoto-sama?"
I nod.
"That's me, is something the matter?"
"Serafall-sama has requested that you go and get Rias-sama. As it is about that time she be making an appearance."
So, Sera-tan wants me to get Buchou? I guess it will make it easier for her to come if it is someone she knows. Although thinking about it, I've not seen Akeno-senpai or the others yet.
"Ravel-san, I hate to leave you like this, but I promise to be back as soon as possible."
"I understand. Duty calls. I will be waiting."
I bow to her and I follow the guard, I see Sera-tan up in a balcony type place, with Sirzechs-sama, Sera-tan waves at me with a wink. I wave again as I follow this guard out of the room.
We walk down some corridors where I notice portraits of some people. One looks like a middle aged man with red hair similar to Buchou herself. It must be someone related to her. The guard stops at the door and points to it, then leaves after bowing to me. So, she is in there.
I lightly knock on the door.
"Who is it?"
I hear from the other side of the door, it was Buchou's voice.
"Its me, Makoto."
A few seconds later, the door opens to reveal Buchou, in a stunning dress. If I was Aniki, I would be going mental at how great she looks, but she does look great nonetheless.
"Buchou...Rias-sama it is about that time. I was sent personally to get you."
"O-Oh, I see. Hyoudou-kun, they sent you, to make it easier for me, didn't they?"
So, she guessed the same thing as I did. Yes, it is very plausible that I would be sent because I do know Buchou...Rias-sama quite well.
"I believe so. Rias-sama, I am so sorry that it came to this..."
"Please come inside for a moment, they can wait."
I go inside the room on her suggestion, she closes the door.
"You know, I've been such a selfish fool, haven't I? I put everyone's lives in my peerage in danger because, I wanted something selfish. A selfish dream where I could marry for love and not my Gremory family name. Now Ise is, I don't even know if he is ok or not. Do you know of his condition?"
Her eyes well up with tears, Buchou...I don't want to see her upset.
"I heard from Asia-chan sometime ago saying he was still asleep. Physically, he is fine, but he is simply asleep. Rias-sama, what you said before about it being your selfish dream, it isn't true. Everyone should marry for love. Your dream, is something Aniki cares about you know? I heard you talking to him during the trip. You know, about your family and wanting people to see you as Rias, instead of Rias from the Gremory. Well, I see you as Rias, my senpai."
"I-Is that so? That's a good thing. Hyoudou-kun, you sure know what to say in a situation like this, don't you?"
"You know, you can call me Makoto? I don't mind if you call me that. Since you are Buchou, and I have a huge crush on you."
She does a spit take and looks at me with wide eyes! Hehe, its so funny to tease her.
"S-Seriously!? W-Well that's two Hyoudou's now. Who's next? Otou-sama? Or in a strange twist, Okaa-sama?"
We share a laugh, but then the door is violently opened...by Riser.
"Rias! What's taking you so long!? Shorty there was sent to get you, so hurry up!"
"Riser-sama. Rias-sama, will take as long as she wants to take. Please don't make her rush. She can have as long as she wants, if you don't like this then, it isn't her problem. If you try and force her, I wont be silent about it."
Buchou looks at me with a surprised look. Just because I can't get directly involved, doesn't mean I can't defend Buchou's basic freedoms. He looks at me and fire gathers around his hand.
"Who do you think you..."
DON!
I launch an attack at him made of pure demonic power which takes his left arm and half his torso, he let out a little pained cry. I'm not usually aggressive like that, but he just pisses me off with the way he thinks he can treat people and get away with it.
"Now please leave Riser-sama. Rias-sama, will be there shortly. Next time, I wont be holding back."
"Tch, whatever. Rias, hurry."
He slams the door shut.
"Thank you Hyoudou-kun...no, thank you Makoto. May I call you that, without suffix's?"
"Yes, I don't mind. Please call me that, Buchou."
"I know its just time, but I do want more time. I want to be away from Riser and pursue my own life goals. Stupid rules."
I hug her as a comfort. While I'm not Aniki, she can at least feel a little comforted from me.
"Say, you know Ravel-san? She asked me to escort her here. I'm actually on a sort of date with Ravel-san right now, hehe."
"Wow, I didn't expect that to happen so fast. Don't tell Sona, she might get jealous...hahaha, forget I said that!"
Why would Kaichou be...aah never mind. It doesn't matter right now. What matters is Buchou. She is in this situation right now, she should be able to enjoy her life a little more, with Aniki.
"Buchou, maybe this isn't the place to say anything but, is there anything between you and Aniki? I mean, do you have any...feelings for him?"
Surprised by my question, she answers with an honest voice.
"I think it could've turned into something like that. That Pawn of mine, is so good for me. He, was willing to die for me during that Rating Game. He kept going and going. Yes, he is a pervert, but that's just Ise. You either love it or hate it, and I love it personally."
"I'm happy for you Buchou. If you ever do get with Aniki, you have my full support. But you know his harem idea will always be in his head?"
We again share a laugh, she nods.
"Ooh yes I know. Well that's fine, I will be legal wife! Or, I would've been."
"No, you will be. Trust me on this. Anyway, I don't think they will wait much longer, I'm sorry. I wish there was something more I could do."
"No, you have done plenty. You cheered me up then. I didn't think I would smile on this day, but I was just having a laugh with you. We shared a laugh together. That made me happy. Even if the rest of the day doesn't turn out like that, I will remember this time we had together."
Hehe...Buchou...
"That sounds like a love confession~"
"Oh shut up! No it didn't! Leave me alone!"
"Ooh Buchou. You sure make me laugh. But before, I was serious you know? I actually do have romantic feelings for you."
Again, she looks at me with wide eyes! Haha, she is soooo funny. Buchou is Aniki's girl, I wouldn't develop feelings for Buchou besides friendly ones.
"Come an ape. We need to go."
"Don't call me an ape!"
I snicker, but then hold out my hand for her to take. I will take her to Riser personally. She takes my hand, we then leave the room. We start walking to the huge hall I came from before. While walking, I can actually feel her hand shaking ever so slightly, even though she is trying to not shake. Don't worry Buchou, Aniki will be here soon, I know it to be true.
We make it to the hall, I lead her to Riser...
"Thank you Makoto, for everything."
"Thank you Rias-sama."
I then leave her side as I take one last look at Riser who is looking smug, not for long bastard. I make my way over back to Ravel-san, it takes some looking but I finally find her.
"Hey, sorry about the wait Ravel-san."
"Ooh no, I don't mind. You was doing a duty of a Queen of the Maou."
"You, aren't going to snicker at me, are you?"
She shakes her head as she turns her head to the side.
"Why would I snicker at your position? Its very important."
I gain stars around my eyes and hold her hands tightly!
"W-What are you doing!?"
"I'm sorry! But, you are one of the only people to say that to me! I'm very happy right now! Ravel-san, you are amazing!"
"W-Well, telling me something, I already know. Hahaha, I am quite amazing, aren't I?"
Playing along with her, I move my head up and down strongly!
"Yep! That's you alright, Ravel Phenex-sama, mastermind!"
"Hahaha, you sure make me laugh Mako-sama."
"And you Ravel-san!"
As we are laughing to one another...I see a flash of white enter my vision...ooh its Koneko-chan who is wearing a dress! And Yuuto-senpai who is wearing a tuxedo and Akeno-senpai in a kimono are with her! So, they are here also! I'm happy that they are here! They notice us and come over...Koneko-chan and Ravel-san glare at one another.
"Ara Mako-kun."
"Akeno-senpai. How are you?"
"Not so bad, you?"
As she asked that...Koneko-chan stands to my side...and takes my hand! She is holding my hand while glaring at Ravel-san!
"Y-Yes I am ok."
"...Mako-kun...why are you with...her?"
Koneko-chan asks coldly. As I was about to reply, Ravel-san does it instead.
"Ooh, Mako-sama here is my date."
"What!?"
...Ehehe, Koneko-chan is pissed off. I don't think she likes Ravel-san all that much.
"Ara ara. Koneko-chan is jealous~"
"...I'm not jealous Akeno-senpai."
"If you say so~"
Hehe, Akeno-senpai is teasing Koneko-chan about, her jealously? She is jealous of something?
"...I do say so."
...An announcement was then made.
"Will Makoto Hyoudou-sama and Ravel Phenex-sama please share a dance in the centre of the hall. By the request of Lord Phenex."
Share a dance? What? Lord Phenex? Request?
"Whats going on?"
I ask Ravel-san who shrugs her shoulders.
"I have no idea. We have to...dance? Why? I don't understand. Otou-sama wants us to dance? For what purpose?"
She seems confused also. Koneko-chan doesn't looks happy. Akeno-senpai is smiling like usual, as is Yuuto-senpai. I look to Buchou...who is also confused. I then look to Sera-tan, she seems a little confused by it also, but makes a gesture to do as the announce asked...
"I don't really understand what's going on, but Ravel-san, will you please do me the honour of dancing with me?"
I extend my hand, which she takes.
"Of course I will."
So, we make our way to the centre of the hall, everyone that was their previously has moved out of the way, but everyone's attention has been placed solely on us. Some music starts playing, it sounds like a type of music you slow dance too.
"S-So ummmm...do you know how to ballroom dance?"
She asks me with nervousness, I nod with the same nervousness.
"I do. I-It isn't hard...I-I would have to hold your hand...with one raised and wrap an...arm around your..."
"I don't mind. Come on, lets show them a good performance."
"Y-Yes."
So, we get into our respect positions and look into one another's eyes. Right now, we are very close to one another. We then start moving according to how I know how to ballroom dance of nobles. We are really close right now, closer than most would be.
Kaa-chan made me learn when I was younger, as did Aniki but he never took it seriously so, I wouldn't be shocked if he didn't know how to do this. I took it seriously because, Kaa-chan asked me to do it, and since I'm not her real son, I didn't want to let her down.
"Hehe, this is...well I never expected this."
"Neither did I...but I must say you are quite good at this."
She complemented my dancing ability! W-Well I haven't done this in awhile so...I hear comments coming from all sides of us.
"So that's Serafall-sama's Queen? And that's the daughter of the Phenex clan? What a cute couple."
"They are dancing very noble like. Not what I expected from a former human."
"I wonder how Lord Phenex will feel seeing this?"
Those are just some of the comments I heard. I do wonder how this will affect me, if it will at all that is.
"Thank you Ravel-san. You are also very good."
"T-Thank you. But, I am wondering about why Otou-sama requested we do this."
I'm also wondering the same thing. I mean, I'm just a low class Devil. I, don't really have any standing in the Underworld as of yet.
"I have no idea, but this is fun, isn't it?"
"It sure is, I must admit that."
We chuckle to one another as we continue dancing. My eyes never leave Ravel-sans as we are dancing. I must admit that she is very beautiful right now. And with everyone's eyes on us, it makes this seem like a special event just for Ravel-san and I. We finish dancing a few minutes later...clapping rings out throughout this hall.
"Excellent job."
"Made me proud Ma-tan!"
I hear Lord Phenex and Sera-tan say above the clapping. We, really did a good job?
"Thank you for the dance, Ravel-san."
"Oh no, it was my pleasure Mako-sama."
We look into one another's eyes yet again...but out of the corner of my eye, I notice the doors open to the hall...Aniki! He is finally here! Its about damn time, although, thinking about it, I'm happy he didn't come during Ravel-sans and my dance as I liked it. I take my phone out and record Aniki. I hope he says it.
"Buchooooooooou!"
Everyone turns their attention to Aniki, he then speaks again.
"To all high class Devils here! And Buchou's Onii-sama, Maou Lucifer-sama! I'm the Perverted Pawn and I'm here to take back the Red Headed Beast, Ape-sama!"
No way! He actually said it! And I've got it on my phone! Hahaha, that will teach Buchou to record Kaichou against her will. Kaichou's and my plan has been completed! She didn't like Buchou recording her dance, so she asked me to get Aniki to say that, which I didn't think he would actually do.
Koneko-chan looks at me briefly, she notices me recording it on my phone, she smirks at me, and I smirk back. Hehe, this is a funny situation.
"ISEEEEEEEEEEE! YOU IDIOT! WHY SAY SOMETHING LIKE THAT!?"
Buchou cried out! She looks angry and sad at the same time!
"Buchou! That's what...arghhhhhh! I'm so sorry Buchou! That's what I was told to say!"
"Ravel-san, want to know a secret?"
I whisper to her, she nods.
"I was the one who told Aniki to say that, along with Sona Sitri-sama."
"Hahaha, it was funny. But, what does he intend to do? He, is he going to challenge Onii-sama to a fight? That would be suicide. He didn't do well last time, this time is anyone's guess if he actually lives."
So she is doubtful, well it is to be expected really.
"You never know, he might surprise you."
Just the, Aniki tried walking forward but was stopped by some guards, however Buchou's peerage sprung into action. I don't need to do anything here. This isn't my place to make trouble. So, I guide Ravel-san to the side.
"Mako-sama, don't let him touch me. I've seen that perverted technique of his."
She sounds scared, Aniki goes towards Riser.
"I wont let him touch you, I promise."
"That's a relief. But, I am curious about what he is about to do. I find this extremely strange."
"I'm with you there Ravel-san."
Then, Aniki got right infront of Riser and spoke to him clearly.
"Buchou...Rias Gremory-sama's virginity belongs to me!"
...Did he actually just say that!? Ravel-san makes a disgusted face.
"Did I hear correctly?"
"Unfortunately, you did. I'm so sorry Ravel-san. He, is a...well he is a pervert."
"I'm sorry for you. Being associated with...well I'm so sorry."
We then hear Sirzechs-sama clear his throat.
"This is something I set up."
Buchou turned to Sirzechs-sama and whispered something.
"Onii-sama."
Aniki makes a surprised face, I'm not shocked. Sirzechs-sama then speaks again.
"I wanted to see the power of the Dragon, so I asked Grayfia."
"S-Sirzechs-sama!? You can't do something irresponsible like this!"
That was, Ravel-sans father who spoke out then.
"It should be fine. The Rating Game from last time was very entertaining. But it was a bit disadvantage for my little sister who had no game experience to face off against Riser-kun who is a prodigy from the House of Phenex."
"…So Sirzechs-sama, you are saying that the last game wasn't fair?"
"No, no, not at all. If a Maou such as myself says such thing, then I would be making the old nobles look bad. The connection between the high class Devils is important after all."
Hehe, as expected of Sirzechs-sama, I heard from Sera-tan that he cares a great deal about Buchou, I guess that's true.
"Then, Sirzechs. What do you want to do about it?"
"Father. I want to make my cute little sister's engagement party into a flashy one. Dragon versus Phoenix. Don't you think it's the ultimate event? To stir up the party by having a battle between legendary creatures. There aren't any entertainment which can surpass this."
So, that's Buchou's father?
"Dragon user-kun. You have our permission. Riser, can you show your power once more right infront of Rias and I?"
"Very well. There is no way I can decline if Sirzechs-sama asks me. This Riser will show his last performance before getting married!"
"So, they intend to fight after all."
Ravel-san comments from besides me.
"It does certainly look that way to me."
I reply with a smile.
"Dragon user-kun, what prize do you want when you win the match?"
A prize? Aniki, getting a prize for this? He said when he wins, Sirzechs-sama has seen that far ahead. I hear some people questioning Sirzechs-sama's reasoning.
"He's a Devil, so we need to give him something fitting for it since we are asking him to do something for us. Now then. I can give you anything. A peerage? Or the most beautiful woman?"
Knowing Aniki, actually no. I know what he will say...
"I ask you to give me Rias Gremory-sama back."
Yep, thought so. Hmmm, he really is liking Buchou more and more, isn't he? Before meeting Buchou, I bet he would've said something along the lines of what Sirzechs-sama suggested, but he said Buchou.
"Very well. If you win, you may take Rias with you."
"Thank you very much."
"Hmmmm, how will this play, Ravel-san?"
I ask as she shrugs her shoulders.
"I can't be sure. Whatever happens, will teach one of them a lesson, but which one, I have no idea right now. But, enough of that, please follow me."
She then starts making her way over to the Phenex side where some people are, so she said follow so I will do just that and we go over to the Phenex side as Aniki and Riser go to the middle of the hall, good thing it was cleared when Ravel-san and I was dancing previously.
The announcer for the match then told them to start. Riser and Aniki stare one another down with Riser making a comment about Aniki's Gift power. Aniki then looks at Buchou.
"Buchou. I will finish it in 10 seconds."
"…Ise?"
He, intends to finish it in 10 seconds? I make a doubtful face, but he must have something up his sleeve.
"You sure talk big for saying that you will finish it in 10 seconds. Then I will finish you off in 5 seconds. It won't be like last time, Rias' Pawn!"
"Buchou! Please allow me to use Promotion here!"
She nods at him, he promotes to Queen. Its not so funny when you promote to Queen, is it?
"Buchou! I don't have talent for swords like Kiba! I'm not a genius like Akeno-san at using demonic power! I don't have a crazy strength like Koneko-chan, nor do I have a healing power like Asia! I'm nowhere near as smart and as talented as Makoto but still, I will become the Strongest Pawn!"
Yep, he will do just that. But then, after Aniki said something else...the jewel on his gauntlet let out a red light!
[Welsh Dragon over booster!]
A red aura covers him...it turns into a red armour! Is that the famous Forbidden Move? The ultimate form of a Sacred Gear? I've read about it but, this is it, isn't it? This is...I don't think its complete as Aniki did...but this is definitely at least an imperfect version of...
"Balance Breaker! Aniki! You achieved Balance Breaker!?"
Everyone looks at me with a shocked expression, well most people do anyway.
"That's right little bro! Nothing gets past you! This is the Boosted Gears Balance Breaker! Boosted Gear Scale Mail!"
So this is a Balance Breaker in real life huh. I've seen pictures of different Balance Breakers in the book Kaichou gave to me, but to see it in real life...Aniki and Riser begin to fight!
I-I can't believe he did this for Buchou...but, there has to be something he did...for this. He didn't just wake up and was able to use this imperfect Balance Breaker. He must've done something.
Aniki unleashes a large demonic power shot, Riser knowing he can't take that, dodges it. Aniki charged at Riser who made an attack that forced Aniki into a wall, but no damage was done to the armour. So strong. Aniki gets out of the wall, Riser makes a scream.
"Shitty Sekiryuutei brat! Sorry but I won't hold back! I don't want to admit it, but right now you are a monster! In front of your master, Rias, peeeeeerish!"
Riser makes lots of fire appear around him, hmmmmm...go Aniki! Beat him!
"There's no way that I will perish from a crappy fire like yours!"
He runs towards Riser while shouting! The propeller on his back releases fires made up of demonic power! They hit one another which makes the room shake. They then exchange blows with one another.
Aniki, then punches Riser right in the face, sending him back a little...Riser coughed up blood...Aniki holds something up...a cross...hehe, good thinking Aniki. It would work on a Devil, even if he is a Phenex. The immortal bird Phoenix might have great regeneration powers, but they are still Devils. But, how is he able to hold it...
"I punched you while increasing the effect of the cross with my Sacred Gear. A holy attack that has increased drastically can even be used against High-class Devils. Even if you are the immortal bird Phoenix, you won't be able to heal this attack that easily, right?"
"Absurd! Crosses bring intense suffering to Devils! Even if you wear a Dragon's armour, touching it is absolutely foolish..."
Riser notices something. I notice it too! He actually gave up his...
"…Did you give your…left arm to the Dragon residing in the gauntlet…? So that's the reason for your insane powers…!"
"Yeah, that's right. I gave my left arm in order to use this power for a temporary period. My left arm is the arm of an actual Dragon. That's why a cross doesn't work on me."
He did it after all. Why? He is an idiot! He gave up his arm like that! He is an idiot.
"If you do that, then your left arm won't return to normal! Do you know that!?"
"What about it?"
He doesn't care? For Buchou, he is willing to give up an arm. Yes, that does sound like something he would do. I'm cross with him, but I can see why he would do it as I would do the same thing for Sera-tan...what am I saying? No, I am saying what I would do for my King, I would do everything to keep her safe, forever and ever.
Riser, charges at Aniki...the armour disappears!? W-Whats going on? His armour is gone. He is defenseless now. Riser, grabs him by the throat! W-What...I can't do anything...it would be...Sera-tan...I couldn't do anything.
DON!
...Ooh shit! Without realizing, I sent a block of golden demonic power at Risers arm, making him drop Aniki as his arm has been obliterated...Oopsies...I just put my hand forward and sent that block of demonic power at him...it was instinct...no one hurts my Aniki.
"ARGHHHHHH! WHO DID THAT!?"
I look around whistling an innocent tune...ehehe...oops. I didn't mean to do that. His arm grew back, but it must of cost some stamina because he is panting a little but he has summoned his flames around him.
"Yes who did that?"
I whisper out...everyone looks at me! Ooh shit! Sera-tan I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to do it!
"You! You Queen boy! I will get you for that!"
"Riser, no one threatens Makoto and gets away with it!"
Aniki takes out a bottle of...holy water. Aah yes, I know what he will do. That Gift ability, Riser also realizes it as Aniki opens the bottle and sprinkles some water on him.
"Boosted Gear Gift!"
[Transfer!]
The holy water burns Riser instantly. Hahaha, Aniki for the win!
"Ugaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!"
He lets out a scream of pain and a few seconds later, smoke starts coming off of him. That wouldn't kill him, but I believe it would take a large amount of stamina to recover from that.
Aniki, holding his cross and holy water he sprinkled over it, makes a little walk to Riser. He intends to beat him with one punch as he is gathering...demonic power...
[Transfer!]
One blow will stop Riser. Hmph, that's what you get for being a bastard Riser. What goes around, will come back around to bite you. Karma is a bitch, isn't it? Aniki, raises his fist to the scared Riser.
"H-Hold on! Do you even know what you are doing!? This engagement is important and necessary for the future of Devils! It's not something a Devil brat like you can butt into!"
"I don't know anything complicated. But there's something I remember vaguely when I lost against you and became unconscious. Buchou was crying. She was crying! And she was also crying before! That reason is enough for me to beat the shit out of you!"
Aniki's fist went straight into Risers stomach, he spits out blood and falls to the ground, unconscious.
Ravel-san, then gets up but I stop her.
"Mako-sama!? W-What are you doing?"
"Ravel-san, your brother needed that lesson, don't you agree? He will be fine, don't worry about him, ok? But, I am sorry for launching that attack on him. He was hurting my Aniki and well, I just couldn't watch it anymore."
"I do agree. And, I found it a little funny when you whistled while looking around innocently. Well this day has been...full of surprises."
Aniki goes over to Buchou, who smiles brightly.
"It certainly has been Ravel-san."
I whisper out.
"Buchou, lets go home."
"...Ise."
Aniki, looks at Buchou's father.
"I will take back Buchou, Rias Gremory-sama. I'm very sorry for my actions. But I will be taking Buchou with me."
He doesn't say anything as he takes Buchou's hand and starts making his way out of the place...but then something shines...a Griffon...Buchou and Aniki get on it...oh no he doesn't! I rush over and grab his arm before he can take off!
"You idiot! You gave up your arm for Buchou!"
SLAP!
I slap the back of his head! He needs to be more careful in the future.
"Owwww! That hurt! Why are you hitting me!? I just saved Buchou, yet you hit me!?"
"Yes! You...did it...Aniki you idiot. That Dragon arm...Aniki...I will be stronger to help you next time. I promise."
"You idiot. You did help me! Now, I'm going with Buchou, see you later!"
With that, he takes off into the sky with Buchou...I can see them doing something...I think Buchou moved her head closer to Aniki's...Buchou kissed Aniki!
"MAAAAAAAA-TAAAAAAAAAAN!"
I'm glomped from behind by my Master!
"Ma-tan! I'm in serious trouble now! I'm going to be seriously punished for your actions! I'm going to get fired as a Maou! I'm so dead now! I'm going to get killed! Seriously, I'm going to be dead! Uwah!"
"I'M SO SORRY! I TAKE RESPONSIBILITY!"
I cry these words out! I've caused trouble for Sera-tan! Ooh shit! I'm sorry Sera-tan! She then makes a smiley face.
"Just kidding~"
...My face drops...
"THAT'S NOT FUNNY! DON'T DO THAT SERA-TAAAAAAN!"
"Ooh Ma-tan. I'm happy you got involved. You helped your Aniki. That's the best thing you could've done. I was waiting for you to do something. Ooh yeah, I've heard from the Phenex clan that they are setting up an engagement between you and Ravel-chan~"
...EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEH!?
"W-WHAT!?"
"Hehehe, its true! Because you are my cutest Queen and Ravel-chan is a Phenex, they thought it would be beneficial if you and Ravel-chan became husband and wife!"
I can't tell if she is being serious or not.
"Are you telling the truth?"
"Maybe~"
So vague about it. But, she is Sera-tan, my King!
AN; Well, that's it for the Riser arc. Next chapter is a Raynare special! Too see the story from Raynare's P.O.V with plenty of comedy involved. To ariboku34, the familiar Makoto will get will be revealed after the Raynare chapter and to XxVokunxX, its because he might secretly be a lolicon! Anyone can ask a question they would like to know, and I will answer to the best of my ability! Anyway thank you all for reading!
Issei; Rias, Akeno, Xenovia, Tsubasa, Kuroka, Aika, Yasaka, Bennia, Kiyome, Le Fay.
Makoto; Serafall, Koneko, Sona, Asia, Ravel, Gabriel, Kunou, Ophis, Irina, Rossweisse.