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(Flashback)
"Magnus… Look in to my eyes." Rias said as she summoned up a magical light.
Wow that's bright. Shaking my head, I looked straight into Rias's eyes with a raised eyebrow. "Well?"
Whatever it was Rias was looking for she must have found something because her eyes instantly began to tear up.
"Rias what's wrong?" I asked in confusion.
Looking confused as well Asia stared at the red-head. "What happened?"
"Magnus… I don't know how this is possible but…. Your human again."
(End of flashback)
Slowly Rias, Asia and myself walked through the rain to my house, we were all silent none knowing what to say or do at this point. Once back inside the house Rias contacted both Akeno and Koneko and told them to come to my place through magical portals. Since that fake priest was still out there and he could attack anyone. We tried to raise Kiba but he wouldn't answer which made Rias panic even more. As we waited for everyone I took time to make sure this guy just took my devil side, summoning the boosted gear I sighed in relief. At least I still had Ddraig. Taking a seat in a chair in the living room I was soon joined by Asia who took a seat on the couch, while Rias leaned against the wall a far off look on her face.
Finally, Akeno and Koneko appeared in the living room both wearing some kind night gowns.
"Rias, what's wrong?" Akeno asked with a confused look.
"Is it Kiba?" Koneko frowned looking around.
Sighing Rias shook her head hugged herself. "No, at least I hope nothing happened to him… It's Magnus…"
Turning to look at me both girls stared at me but then they suddenly gasped. Koneko's eye's widened, while Akeno covered her mouth slightly in shock.
"He's human…." Akeno shook her head in disbelief.
"Impossible." Koneko said walking forward the small girl began to poke at me.
Frowning I gently swatted at her hand. "Hey easy there, I'm squishy. Not as durable anymore."
"How did this happen?" Akeno asked with a frown.
Sighing I quickly told the two of them the story about getting jumped by the weird priest guy and what he did, after getting finished with my story Akeno's frown deepened and Koneko… She kept poking at me just to make sure I was still me.
"Rias, we should contact Sirzechs." Akeno said turning to the red-head. "Along with Sona, no devil in the city is safe now."
"I already have on both accounts. From now on no one is to travel alone." Rias frowned. "Especially you Magnus."
Frowning I raised an eyebrow. "But he already went after me, what more could he- "Stopping I looked down at my left arm and twitched slightly. "-want… Never mind, he said he wanted my power and I still have plenty to take."
"What about Kiba?" Asia asked looking around the room. "He's out there alone right now…"
"We will find Kiba." Rias nodded. "For now, everyone is staying here tonight."
Everyone nodded including me, it was the best way to keep everyone safe by having us stick together. Standing up I showed both Akeno and Koneko to the spare rooms and making sure they had everything they would need I headed back to my room to find both Rias and Asia waiting for me. I wanted to tell them to get out but I couldn't. They were afraid, worried, and they needed someone to be there for them. So, after setting some guidelines I quickly changed into some sweats and headed to bed with the girls both trying to cuddle me to death.
Groaning I slowly opened my eyes. "God I'm sore…. "Frowning I shook my head. "Why do my sides…. Oh... That's why." Looking down at my chest I saw two sets of arms digging into my sides, both Rias and Asia were clinging onto my torso like their lives depended upon it. Looking up I sighed and shook my head. "Guess last night wasn't a dream…"
Clenching my fingers, I glared at the priest, getting ready to make a move if he tried anything. "Yeah, and what do you want?"
"Your power." He said snapping his fingers together, and from his chest a tiny black hole appeared and slowly it began to spin around
"Who was that whack job…" Sighing I grit my teeth, and as carefully and quickly as I could I untangled myself from the mess of limbs and climbed out of the bed and headed downstairs my mind lost in thought. As I started to make breakfast for everyone I my mind wondered about what is going to happen now. I'm no longer a devil which means… I am not bound to Rias, and I'm not a member of the occult research club anymore… Well that's a maybe. However, I'm no longer a devil servant… I was human… Granted I was a human with a dragon arm and access to dragon magic, and light magic, but still human regardless. If I could would I be a devil again? The honest answer is I don't know… I don't regret becoming a devil the first time around, even if it meant I didn't die… However, if I could become one again… Would I? To be honest I had no clue. I know I wanted to always be there to protect Rias and have her in my life but could I do that still as a human?
"Hey kid, we need to talk."
"Ddraig?" Looking down at my left hand a small green circle appeared. "What's up buddy?"
"I came here to give you warning."
"A little late for that don't you think?" I asked with a raised eyebrow.
"It's not about that or your crisis about whether or not you want to be a devil again. No this is serious. I've felt a strong spiritual presence surrounding you lately. It's making me nervous and I can't sleep."
"You can sleep? And yeah Rias has been staying here for a few weeks." I muttered.
"No, not them I hardly notice their presence anymore, and it isn't that whack job that attacked you either. Just be careful you never know when the White One will decide to make an unexpected appearance."
Frowning I stared at the glowing circle as my body twitched slightly. "The White One? What are you talking about?"
"The Vanishing Dragon, is the White Dragon."
"Okay you need you need to explain this one to me buddy… Wait does this have anything to do with that old story involving Merlin? About the two dragons fighting the red and the white?" I asked remembering a bit of lore I read up on about dragons.
"Correct, we are called the Two Heavenly Dragons, and we've been fighting for eons. Those with Heaven Dragon's living within them are destined to fight each other."
"Fight? You mean I have a guy out there that possess a sacred gear just like mine?" I asked with a frown.
"That is correct, you must be careful, but I have no doubts you will handle the White One and his user just fine."
Sighing I went back to making breakfast and shook my head. "I will Ddraig and thanks for the heads up." The light on my hand suddenly died out and I was left alone in the kitchen. "Great, first Kiba goes off the deep end, then this whack job priest shows up, now I have to worry about some guy with the power of the dragon attacking me."
"Magnus? Where did you... Oh, you're making breakfast." Rias said somewhat relieved as she came into the kitchen.
Nodding I smiled slightly trying to put what Ddraig said out of my mind. "Yep, I hope you like pancakes."
The red-head nodded and after setting out the syrup and some silverware for everyone I started to clean up as Rias ate.
"Magnus… I have a question for you."
Turning around from the dishes I raised an eyebrow at her. "I have an answer let's see if they match."
Despite how she was feeling the red-head cracked a smile before her features became serious again. "If you were able to become a devil, again would you?"
Okay that question stopped me in my tracks. "I've been asking myself that same question to be honest. However, I think I have the answer." Drying my hands, I walked over to Rias and bent down and grabbed her hand which caused her blush brightly. "Do you remember what you told me that night, when Raynare killed me? Just before I became a devil?"
"I told you to live your life for my sake…But what does- "She started to say but stopped as I held up a finger.
"And you remember how I always promised to protect and save you?" I asked with a smile.
Rias nodded not sure where I was going with this… Wow she really is a lot more vulnerable then she appears. "Then there's your answer. Rias I will always keep my promise to you. Whether I'm a human, devil, unicorn or whatever." Grinning slightly, I stood to my feet. "Now I should go check on everyone else, we have school."
The school day went on like normal, well sort of since I was human again I didn't have the devil power of being understood or understanding everything again. So, I had to force my brain to speak Japanese and read it once more. Anyway, during the school hours Motohama and Matsudo tried to invite Asia to karaoke and of course Aika wanted to come along but I quickly pulled Asia out of it by reminding her that number one those guys were pervs, and two we were on red alert.
Asia nodded though she did say she wanted me to take her to karaoke after all this was over, which I agreed to. Anyway, after school we both headed to the club room which to be honest was looking better than new. However, as we were walking through Asia and I came upon a door that had several locks on it and some yellow tape. I remembered seeing that door when Kiba first took me to the club room and I quickly explained to Asia that door was off limits for reason. To honest whatever a devil considered bad enough to lock away I didn't want to know what was behind it. Going to the main club room I noticed only Rias and Koneko where in there.
"They did a good job cleaning the place, didn't they? Feels like a fresh start." Rias smiled trying her best to keep her mind off of our current situation.
"Guess Kiba didn't show up today huh?" I asked with a frown.
"Looks like somebody decided to take the entire day off. Must be nice." Koneko said taking a bite out of an… Apple? Holy crap she's eating health food! The world is ending!
Asia frowned. "I hope's okay, do you think that guy that attacked Magnus got him? Oh no I shouldn't have said that." Asia covered her mouth.
"I don't think so." I muttered with a frown. "I think this has more to do with the Holy Sword Project. Rias you said he was a survivor but something tells me there's more to that story."
Rias sighed and nodded. "That's correct, Kiba wasn't alone, in fact there was several other children used as well. They were all raised to use Excalibur. As of right now there are seven holy swords in the world named Excalibur Long ago pieces of the original Excalibur were scattered during a war. The church tracked down those pieces, they then used alchemy to create seven entirely new swords."
Frowning I shook my head. "Interesting but does that mean Kiba can use them?"
"Actually, no it does not. He never adapted to Excalibur's strength. In fact, none of those who were trained ever could." Rias frowned. "The entire project failed." She said in a tone that made me think failure ended in death.
"Completely?" Asia asked totally drawn in to Rias's explanation.
"Yes, so those in charge of the project decided to dispose of Kiba and the others and the other test subjects. However, one child was able to escape, his motivation and will to stay alive was a promise to himself. That he would someday get revenge. I felt such a passion could be used in a meaningful way and wanted to help. There was but a single solution." Rias finished her story.
Looking down I bit my lip and shook… Poor Kiba… The guy had a rough life. "That's why you turned him into a devil." I sighed. "And why he hates holy swords."
"Oh good everyone is here." The door opened revealing Akeno who had a curt smile on her face.
"Akeno what's going on? Rias asked turning to face the black-haired girl. "Why are you so late?"
"Well I brought some guests and I was helping them get here." Akeno smiled and turned to reveal the student council prez and her VP.
"Thank you for having us here." Sona nodded.
"They said they had something urgent to discuss with you." Akeno explained.
"Right, Rias would you mind coming with me to my house right away. This isn't something you want to discuss in front of a lot of people trust me." Sona said giving me a pointed look.
Frowning I looked between Rias and Sona and crossed my arms.
"You make it sound like a complicated situation." Rias said.
"Very complicated." Sona nodded.
"Cheer up Magnus, I am sure it isn't that bad." Asia smiled slightly as she and I walked back to the house with Koneko following along.
"Did you not see feel it, there is a lot more going on." I said with a frown. "Sona was acting weird, and she never acts weird."
Asia thought about it for a moment and nodded. "Yeah maybe, what do you think Koneko?"
"Don't know, they're kings, they are probably discussing your situation." The small said. "However, I'm more worried about what is going on with Kiba."
Sighing I nodded. "Yeah me too, no one has heard from him since last night. I hope he's alright." I muttered as I shook my head.
"Me too. Well see you guys." Koneko said she started to walk home.
Nodding Asia and I both said our goodbyes and headed on our way home. As we walked Asia decided to fill the time with talking aimlessly which I didn't mind because honestly, I needed something to else to focus on. What with all the crap that happened to me, what's going on with Kiba, the stuff Ddraig warned me about, and now Sona being cryptic I had a lot going through my mind… Not to mention a new thought appeared in my head. I knew why and how Kiba became a devil, but what about Akeno and Koneko. Surely, they had their reasons for being like this too. As their stories just as bad or tragic as Kiba's? Or Asia's hell even mine was kind of bad too…
"Magnus…" Asia grabbed my jacket and tugged it.
"What is it?" I asked staring down at her.
"I feel funny… Like a huge chill just all of a sudden went down my spine." Asia said looking up at me.
Frowning I sighed. "That means… Danger something holy is nearby…Something powerful." Pulling Asia to my side I quickly looked around and spotted two hooded figures wearing long white flowing capes that covered their bodies, both had items strapped to their backs wrapped in bandages. Staring at both figures I moved the small girl behind me and readied myself for a fight.
"I haven't been in here for a long time." Rias smiled slightly as she looked around the sauna as she removed the towel around her waist.
"Really did you used to come a lot?" Akeno asked removing her towel as well.
"In the past Rias and I used to come here together all the time so we could tell each other secrets." Sona said removing her towel and handing it to Tsubaki. As all four of them sat down. "This sauna was built for my personal use."
"This space is directly connected to Sona's stronghold, which means if it's closed no one else will be able to enter" Tsubaki explained.
"Well that explains how you can tell your secrets here." Akeno said as she leaned forward enjoying the steam.
"All I did was complain about getting into trouble with my mom." Rias smirked. "Silly stuff like that, and I think Sona ever complained about her sister."
Giggling slightly Akeno shook her head. "Oh, my I didn't realize the two of you were so close."
"That's all in the past now." Sona said with a small blush of embarrassment on her face.
"True." Rias said looking at her fellow king. "So, what are we here to discuss this time? Something tells me this secret is a good one."
"It's two things, the first is about what you told me last night." Sona said with a small frown. "I had Tsubaki do some checking around and we found something quite shocking."
Frowning Rias crossed her arms. "What is it?"
"The priest that attacked your pawn, his name is Nihilus, derived from Latin's nothing. He is a former priest but was excommunicated from the church. For his… ways." Tsubaki explained looking down. From a young age Nihilus shown great power in the holy arts but that isn't what made him feared. He possesses the sacred gear of Void Consumption."
Ria's eyes went wide in shock. "The Lost Longinus… Impossible. That is only a myth."
"Rias? What does she mean?" Akeno asked confused.
"Void Consumption is a legendary sacred gear that holds the power to take other sacred gears, powers and magic from any who come in contact with it. However, there's a downside to its power, the more you take within yourself the less you are and soon you become just an empty vessel looking for more power. The only way it's power wouldn't work is if the user felt emotion." Rias explained with a frown. "But supposedly it's existence was a rumor. "
"It is very real, I am afraid." Sona sighed and shook her head. "According to our sources Nihilus not only has it but he uses it constantly. Not only can he take the powers of others but from what we have seen with reincarnated devils he can take their devil power and render them whatever they were before becoming devils. Apparently Nihilus has killed other devils, including a member of the Phenex family."
Frowning Rias nodded and cupped her chin. "That would explain why Magnus had a hole in his stomach, before I made him into my servant he was stabbed by a fallen angel. This doesn't explain why he is in town though… Is there any way we can stop him?"
Tsubaki nodded. "From what I understand if someone were to overload him with power as he was absorbing something then it would kill the user and all the power he stole would be returned. Or if they made him feel emotions his powers would stop working. Since they are connected to a void in order to use it he must not feel a thing."
Standing up Rias nodded. "Thank you Sona for this information."
"Rias, remember I said there was two things I had to tell you, this second one may be even worse." Sona said staring up at the red-head.
Frowning Rias nodded and sat down. "Alright Sona explain."
"It happened this morning, two people from the church contacted me."
"Contacted how? And are they your source about this Nihilus?" Akeno asked.
"It's been a while since they came to this town." Rias frowned. "Did they tell you want they wanted."
"They did, Rias they said they wanted to speak to you and it was urgent." Sona said looking at her friend.
Raising an eyebrow Rias couldn't believe what she was hearing. "The church wants to speak to a devil? There's no reason for them to be here other than to stir up trouble. So, what did you say?" Rias asked.
Sona took off her glasses and began to clean them with magic. "I accepted their request. I told them where to find you so after school tomorrow they will be paying you a visit."
"What?"
Putting her glasses back on Sona shrugged slightly. "There's something else you should know."
"Not only were they members of the church but they were carrying holy swords as well." Tsubaki said.
"What really? Wow…" Akeno said surprised.
"But why would they come here…" Rias started to wonder.
"They wouldn't say, expect one of them did say something about seeing an old friend." Sona said with a raised eyebrow.
Frowning for a moment Rias's eyes went up in shock. Quickly standing to her feet the red-head nodded at Sona. "I must get home quickly; Magnus and Asia could be in trouble."
Running into house Rias looked around panicked and found Asia in the kitchen fidgeting slightly with a cup of tea in her his hand. "Asia!" Running forward Rias embraced the small girl into a tight hug.
"Rias!" Asia said letting go of the tea she hugged the older girl back.
"I'm so sorry… I should have paid attention to you better… Wait… Where's Magnus?" Rias asked looking around concerned.
Frowning Asia looked down. "Rias… he's gone… he went with them…"
"Asia please explain, what happened to Magnus?"
(Flashback)
"Alright whoever you are, you better not try anything." I glared at the two standing before me keeping Asia behind my back. "Asia the moment they move… Run and get help." Asia nodded but it looked like she wanted to argue but I guess she knew that without me being a devil I would be in a lot better shape against people from the church then she would.
One of the figures slowly walked forward as she got closer I could see she was shorter than me. "Well one's things for sure, you haven't changed Magnus."
"How do you know me?" I asked with a raised eyebrow.
The figure pulled down their hood to reveal a very pretty girl close to my age, with long chestnut brown hair done up in twin tails on the side of her head, her skin was pale and smooth and she had violet eyes. "Come on could you really forget this face?"
It took me a moment before I slightly relaxed my guard as a small grin appeared on my face. "Irina… No way."
"That's right I'm here!" She smiled brightly and before I could say anything she ran forward and rapped me up in a hug. "It's so good to see you again!"
Chuckling I hugged the girl back being careful to avoid the thing on her back. "You too, but what are you doing here? I thought you and your family moved to England?"
"Well… me and my friend- "She gestured to the other figure who had removed their hood revealing another beautiful girl with short blue hair with one stripe being green? And yellow eyes. "-Are here on business, but I had to see you again!"
"Well it's good to see you again as well but... Wait how did you know I was in Japan?" I asked feeling confused.
"Easy just a few days ago we were in L.A and I found your parents and they told me you were here." She smiled brightly.
Laughing I shook my head. "Okay that makes sense… Hey why don't we take this reunion to my place; you guys can have some tea and sit down."
"That sounds like a good idea, besides we have some business with you Red Dragon." The blue haired girl said catching my attention.
Frowning at the official title I nodded. "Fine."
Together the four of us headed back to my house. Now I knew it was dangerous to take members of the church with me but to be honest I trusted Irina she was my best friend for three years and I know we haven't been in contact much since then but she seemed like she hadn't changed that much to be honest. Plus, I'm sure I could hold them off if they caused any problems. Getting to the house I showed Irina and her friend to the living room and with Asia I went into the kitchen and made some tea for everyone, I even grabbed a few snacks because if I remembered correctly my old friend could really put the snacks away when she wanted to.
When the tea was finished I headed back into the living room and set the tray down with a smile, and soon enough Irian and I were catching up on things we had missed out with one another while Asia and that blue-haired girl just sat there quietly. Finally, when the tea was finished and the snacks gone all pleasantries vanished as the blue-haired girl spoke up.
"Irina it's time." She said looking at me with a curious gaze.
Frowning my old friend nodded and stood up and cleared her throat. "Red Dragon Emperor I am Irina Shidou and on behalf of the church I am here to present to you what is rightfully yours." Reaching down to the side Irina grabbed the long package that she was carrying earlier which was now resting besides her and slowly unwrapped it revealing a sword. A sword I thought I would never see again. It was a sword that was in Irina's house I saw it all the time when we were children but I was told never to touch it.
The blade was beautiful it was three and a half close four feet long, the grip of the blade was pure white, while the pommel was in the shape of a red dragon claw with a green gem in its grasp. The hilt of the sword was the same dark red as the dragon claw pommel but the design was that was two dragon wings with a dragon head that looked very much like Ddraig in the center on both sides. The sheath for the sword was pure black. Reaching out I slowly grabbed the sword and that is when it hit me… A feeling of familiarity. As I took the sword from my friend I slowly drew the sword revealing a bright red blade with white runic lettering along the center of the sword. Once the sword was fully out of its sheath the sword lit on fire.
"What the- "I started to say but as I stared into the flames of the sword my mind was drawn into my sacred gear. I saw images of ancient people using this blade in battle, in their right hand was this sword and on their left hand… was the boosted gear. Shaking my head free of those images, a name came into my mind. "Dyrnwyn: The White Hilt. The sword of the Red Dragon."
Irina smiled and nodded her head. "That's right, well looks like my family was right he is the chosen wielder of the holy sword."
"Magnus can wield a holy sword?" Asia's eyes went wide with shock.
(End of flashback)
Rias didn't know what to say. "Magnus is a holy sword wielder? A natural one? That's impossible."
"That's what I said but according to the people from church that sword was meant to be wielded by the Red Dragon Emperor." Asia sighed still fidgeting.
Frowning Rias shook her head. "This still doesn't explain why Magnus isn't here…"
"Well… After accepting the sword Magnus had this far-off look, he said something about talking with Ddraig… And then he asked Irina why were they here." Asia explained looking down with a sigh. "They said besides that they had another purpose here they were after hunting some guy named Nihilus."
Gasping Rias's eyes went wide. "No… Don't tell me Magnus- "
"He said he would go with them after he found out he was the same guy that attacked him…."
"We need to get the others and find him quickly."
"So, you're sure he is here?" I asked looking up at the church. "Seriously why is it always this place." I said staring at the building. "First Asia, then that deal with Dohnaseek, now this." I muttered shaking my head.
Frowning the blue-haired girl whose name I found out was Xenovia said looking over the church. "Yes, Nihilus was raised in the church so he will always go to where he feels familiar. In fact, we were here last night but I guess that's when he attacked you. Remember his powers only work as long as he feels no emotion, so make him angry, or fear you, something."
"Mhm, now once in there we need to be careful his sacred gear can steal the rest of your powers." Irina said with a frown before turning to stare at me. "Are you sure you want to do this? I mean… If you get what he took from you back you'll be a devil again."
Sighing I nodded my head. "I know but Irina I made a promise to someone and I can't fulfill that promise unless I'm a devil."
"I just don't know if you're a devil then we can't be- "She started to say but stopped when I put a hand on her shoulder with a smile.
"Even if I'm a devil you'll always be my friend. I'll always be the same guy." Giving her shoulder a squeeze I turned my eyes back to the church. "Let's do this."
Nodding the two girls and I both walked into the church and looked around. It was still the same however without the devil powers I couldn't see as well in the fading light, yet even I could tell that the guy I was looking for wasn't here which meant he was… "Down stairs you two." Slowly the three of us headed down the stairs and into the chamber with the giant glowing cross. Nihilus was standing there his hand on the cross his back to us.
"Twilight Healing… Was here, but no longer." Turning around the white-haired bastard turned around and stared at us. "The Red Dragon, good I need your power."
Frowning I slowly walked out forward, reaching behind my back drew Dyrnwyn and watched as the blade caught fire. "It's time we finish this, you took something that didn't belong to you."
"I couldn't agree more."
A bright red light appeared between me and the former priest… It was a magical circle and appearing from it was Rias and the others from the club, minus Kiba.
"You took my servant's power and I will get it back." Rias said a hand on her hip.
"Rias… Guys what are you doing here?" I asked with confusion. "Speaking of which how did you find me?"
"We aren't going to leave you to face this guy alone." Akeno smiled. "Rias tracked your evil pieces, turns out your pieces still exist within him."
"You're our friend." Koneko said with a shrug.
Asia smiled and nodded. "Don't worry we're to help…"
"That's right, now Nihilus you will return the power of you stole or face the consequences." Rias crossed her arms across her chest.
Nihilus turned his head and took stalk of everyone, it was like he was trying to decide what food to try first at the buffet. "Twilight Healing a bishop. A rook, a queen, and a king, three holy sword users and the Boosted Gear. I can't decide who is my primary target."
Taking a deep breath, I pushed past everyone with a smug grin. "Your primary target is right here."
"Twilight Healing my target."
Blinking I raised an eyebrow. "Am I being ignored?"
"Magnus get away from him! You're not a devil anymore you don't have the power to face him." Rias called out.
Grinning I turned my head. "Hey Nihilus, I was told every time you use your sacred gear it drains of you your emotions. So, question can you still feel fear?"
"No."
Turning to face the others before I summoned the boosted gear with a grin on my face before facing Nihilus. "Let's change that shall we. Boosted Gear: Dragoon!"
"Magnus no! it will kill you!" Rias shouted loudly but she had to cover her eyes as the green energy that escaped from the boosted gear. Surrounded his body, causing wind around to pick up causing debris and pieces of the room to fly around him. Spreading out his arms and legs a red glow appeared around his torso, feet, head, and right arm. The red light vanished and replacing it was an armored chest piece with a green gem in the center, while on his arm a gauntlet appeared much like the boosted gear itself, while on his feet armored dragon claw like boots appeared all the way up to his knees. Giant wings appeared from his back, they were made of red armor while the membranes of the wings were now green and crystal looking, around his head two armored horns appeared on through his hair and around his jaw line down to his chin armor appeared as well, and around his waist armor and right at the base of his spine a large armored tail appeared. Finally, the light down and wind died down revealing a red aura surrounding his body. The holy sword was now resting comfortably on his back.
"Welsh Dragon: Dragoon Mode Complete!"
"What… How is that… Possible... It look's different?" Rias stared in shock.
"This is my first time seeing it… woof." Akeno said her eyes wide.
"Impressive." Koneko blinked turning her head in surprise.
"That's the power of the Red Dragon Emperor." Xenovia said with a raised eyebrow. "And it's not even a balance breaker."
"Do you think it's a sub-species?" Irina gasped.
"Get him Magnus." Asia said her hands held together.
Floating there I looked at Nihilus with a grin who decided he had enough of me and jumped down the alter and punched me in the face. Raising an eyebrow, I touched my lip and felt blood. "Hm, what a shame look's like you just committed suicide. Let me give you a count down. Five!" Raising a foot, I slammed it the white-haired bastard and sent him flying into the stairs that led to the cross.
"I swear I saw his foot." Koneko mumbled.
"Well, well, looks like I'm a size thirteen, so has it hit you yet?" I asked as a floated toward the former priest who jumped up and tried to kick at me. Dodging out of the way I used my new tail and wrapped it around his throat and sent him flying into the air. Flying above him I placed both of my hands together and slammed them into his back. "Four!"
Nihilus's body slammed into the ground creating a massive crater. Floating down I landed with a smirk. "Have you pissed your pants yet?" I asked with a smirk. "Three."
Jumping up the white-haired former priest grabbed my wrists with a glare. "Promotion Rook!" He shouted as the black hole on his chest appeared. "Now you won't escape."
"Well I guess I am not going anywhere for a while." Deactivating the armored boots, I grinned and jumped up and pressed my feet against his face. "How about I get a quick work out in?" Pressing my feet against his face I started to pull. "I'm going to do squats all over your face!"
"Your power will be mine." Nihilus's sacred gear started to activate.
"So, you want my power? Fine take as much as you want, and in exchange? I'll take your hands!" Shouting I pulled as hard as I could and the sound of bones popping and soon Nihilus's brown hands came off at the wrists, leaving jagged torn stumps. "Two!"
Looking down at his hands Nihilus tried to heal but his power wasn't starting… Something was wrong… No… He can't be… he is starting to feel something he shouldn't…. Something he abandoned long ago. Emotions…
"Now before I end this let's put it to rest, can you feel fear?" I asked with a grin.
"Please… No… No…." Nihilus tried to get away but it was no use his powers... They were gone.
"All I needed to hear." Jumping into the air I held out my left hand summoning an orb of red energy I held out my hand with my palm open." Dragon blast!" The orb shot forward smacking into the white-haired bastard vaporizing his body, as his body vanished from sight a massive amount of energy appeared and shot out of the church expect for eight tiny pieces they flew straight into Rias. Blinking I turned around with a raised eyebrow. "That was… Unexpected…" I tried to take a step forward but I fell backwards back into the crater I had made.
"Magnus are you alright?"
"Did anyone get the number of the buss that hit me?" I groaned out my vison slowly starting to fade.
Slowly sitting up I frowned and looked around. "How did I get back to my room?" Shaking my head, I climbed out of bed on wobbly legs, doing my best to stabilize myself I tried to figure out what happened. "Let see… The last thing I remember was… Fighting Nihilus… And I beat him but… What happened after that?" Frowning I tried to think over it but screw thinking right now. Once I was sure my legs wouldn't give up on me I headed toward the bathroom and splashed some water on my face before leaving room, when I heard voices speaking from downstairs.
"When you do think he will wake up?" Akeno asked.
"He wasn't that hurt just drained of energy. So soon." Asia's voice followed. "But how was he able to use that… Dragoon mode? I thought he said it was too unstable."
"Because of this." Rias said in a neutral tone.
"The holy sword."
"But how would a holy sword help Magnus?" Asia said in confusion.
"Dyrnwyn: The White Hilt. The sword of the Red Dragon. The sword was made long ago after the Great War between the Three Factions. The sword was made by the legendary blacksmith Wayland Smith." Rias said in explaining mode. "The entire blade was made from the body of the Welsh Dragon."
"That's the dragon that lives in Magnus!" Asia said in shock.
Rias sounded proud. "It is, so having this sword with him on top of the boosted gear completed the dragoon transformation."
"When he was like that he was different." Koneko said with a frown.
"I thought I was the only one that noticed it but yes he seemed rather… vicious, really out of character." Asia sounded almost frightened.
Rias sighed and nodded. "Yes, but Magnus explained the change to me once, it makes him more dragon like."
"Rias… I have a question, when Magnus beat that guy… something flew into you. What was that?" Asia asked.
"Magnus's evil pieces, when they were stolen from him he returned to being human and with the death of Nihilus, the power returned to me, I have a feeling all the power that was stolen returned to its original masters." Rias explained and stopped speaking to if I was guessing right take a sip of tea.
"So, what will you do Rias?" I heard Akeno say. "The evil pieces are yours again, will you make him your servant again?"
"It's his choice, if he wants to become a devil again that is his choice. If he does then we will welcome him back with open arms." Rias said with a neutral tone.
"And if he doesn't?" Koneko asked.
"Then we will respect his choice."
