Hello~ Welcome to the next chapter!
Julbot1; Thank you! I was hoping it came off as sweet and such. And yeah, since they are more comfortable with one another, they are a little lewd with one another. I hope you enjoy this chapter as well!
Dragon rider; Its just like normal iodine but it burns a little more but works faster.
Panthertats; Well, yeah but that's only in the beginning. There will be plenty of fights Makoto wont be involved in at all. Like when Ise and Vali go at it.
UsagiAngelRabbit; Thank you~ Not to worry, this arc wont be much longer now~ But there is a little mini arc for Makoto straight after this, and before volume four of the light novels.
Victoria cullen33; Yeah, they wont be getting pregnant or anything. And thank you!
Guest; Yes, Makoto will be fighting against Kokabiel with her true powers unleashed.
Well, with that, on with the story!
Time for a team up!
I am currently in my bed with Yuuto-kun. Today, I'm going to ask Ise-kun, Saji-kun and Fujimura-kun for help. Ise-kun is obvious as he is my best friend, and someone I know I can trust in. Saji-kun because I know that he is just as trustworthy as Ise-kun. And Fujimura-kun as he has a nice personality, even if tsundere. And it sounded like he had some kind of past with them swords, or at least with exorcists in general. Plus he seemed to be able to fight so that's what we need. But of course it would be up to them if they want to participate in this or not. I cuddle up to Yuuto-kun as I feel my Mitsu-kun and Millicas-kun cuddling the side of me that Yuuto-kun isn't on.
"Yuuto-kun..."
I moaned out his name as his hand groped my breast in his sleep. I don't mind if he does things like this in his sleep. I stroked his sleeping face and then I was groped by another hand, Millicas-kun's tiny Shota hand.
I looked at the boy, to see his cute face looking at me. I took his hand and held it tightly. He really is concerned for me huh. He really is adorable. I love his cuteness~ It makes me feel really good~
"Good morning Millicas-kun. Are you alright?"
I asked with a heartwarming smile. He turned the smile with a brightness added onto it. Hehe, he surely is a cute boy after all. I reached out my hand and petted his head softly.
"Y-Yes Nee-chan. I feel good today. But, Nee-chan has been acting a little strange. Are you sure everything is good?"
"It is. I, am going to be alright."
He's worried about me, but he doesn't have to be worried about me. I'm going to be alright. As soon as this whole ordeal is over with, I will be fine, for the most part. All I have to do after this is become Queen of a race that hates my very existence, perfect. I traced my fingers over Yuuto-kun's chest as he replied to me.
"I'm glad! Nee-chan, a-are you busy today?"
"I am a little busy today. But, I will make time to spend with you soon, I promise."
I kind of figured that it was going in that direction so I just speeded it up a little. I want to go out with him since its the weekend. I would like to go out with everyone for social events. But that's no longer possible for the time being.
"Okay Nee-chan!"
"I'm going to go and make something to eat now. You stay here, and rest a little. I'll call when the meal is ready."
I petted his head with my hand and smiled at him. I then got out of the bed, and went towards the door. I will go and make breakfast, if Raiser isn't doing that already. He seems to be the type that would sleep in on Saturday's and Sunday's I guess. Although sometimes he can be seen in the kitchen. Its still mind boggling if you ask me.
I mean, why does he even stay here? Does he really like me that much that he doesn't mind doing things like that for me? I should try and become at least friends with him. He's proven to me that he is sorry about the whole Ise-kun getting beaten by him and then Ise-kun, and by extension me, beating him. Although Ise-kun could've kicked his butt without my help. I just wanted to prove a point. You don't mess with my loved ones and get away with it.
I walked out of the room and went down the stairs. Even if I am in my nightwear, even if it looks like lingerie, I am still comfortable with the members of this home seeing me like this.
Even if Raiser sees me like this, I don't really mind. Right now, I don't care about much besides Yuuto-kun's problem and my own problem I guess although I'm not sure when that problem will surface again, but knowing my luck, it will be soon. Yeah, I can see it now. Yuuki comes, tells me his Otou-sama is nearly dead and I will have to go back and become Queen. That problem can be put on hold for now though.
But after Yuuto-kun's problem, I will most likely go back to caring after this is all over, but I can't seem to bring myself to care about it much right now. I, am fine with such things though.
I made it downstairs and went into the kitchen. Once getting there, I saw that Raiser is in fact in the kitchen. So he is making breakfast. Such a nice guy he is...never thought I would say that about Raiser. Then again, I never thought I would like Ise-kun like a lover so...things happen like that I guess. I went over and smiled.
"Good morning Raiser."
"Master? Did you just greet me normally?"
I tilted my head. What does he...ooh, I see. Yes, I did greet him normally. I usually just say "Hey idiot" or something like that. I guess it is time to tell him what I think about him right now.
"I did. Raiser, it isn't like I hate you anymore. If you calmed down with the masochistic stuff, then I could see us being friends. You, aren't so bad once getting to know you. But that playboy attitude is, something that isn't appealing to many girls, if I'm honest."
"Is...Is that so Master?"
I nodded with a happy smile. Of course it is. Being a playboy isn't going to win anyone I know over, least of all me. He keep saying things about me and him being in a weird relationship, but I'm not going to get into anything with him while he is the masochist that he is.
"Yeah, maybe its nice for you and your peerage, but to girls like me. I like guys that are down to earth, that aren't playboy, and...well, I would say no perverted guys but I like Ise-kun so I can't say that I don't like a little of perverseness. Although if he ever tries to do anything without my permission then I will hit him..."
"Master...do you, hate being what you are?"
He suddenly asked me something like that. What is he referring to? Me being me, or my race? I will go with the most logical question.
"You mean an Inugami/human hybrid?" He nodded, so I sighed. "I, didn't like it when I was younger, and even now I am a little upset about how I was treated." I placed a hand under my chin and let out a deep sigh. "Even then, I am happy about it because my Tou-chan was a lovely man. He was great, and so was Kaa-chan. They both was both good people and they didn't deserve to die. So, I might not like being treated the way I was, but I can't say that I'm ashamed of who my Tou-chan was. So, the answers no. I don't hate being an Inugami/human hybrid. I'm proud of it actually."
I felt sad about it. And I didn't want to talk about it anymore so I went to the counter and got out some ingredients to start cooking. Its a little sad for me to think about them. Even now, after these years, I still feel sad about it.
However, Raiser tried to hug me but I pushed him away.
"What do you think you're doing there Raiser?"
"Master? I was only going to comfort you. Is that not aloud in situations like these?"
I stuck out my tongue.
"Sorry Raiser. You aren't on a level where you can touch me like that yet."
"Baah~ Master~"
He made a defiant face, but I giggled to myself.
"Sorry, but I don't want you to touch me yet. I might not hate you, but it isn't like I am going to suddenly become your best friend. A girls heart is complicated after all. I just want to have fun with some people, that's all. But Raiser, it isn't like you wont be able to hug me eventually. I just, need some time before we get to a level where we are on a hugging level. Until then, we will be in a place that we can be civil with one another."
Raiser, seemingly accepting that puts on a happy face and went back to cooking. But, I want to know, why can he be here all the time? Doesn't he have things to do in the Underworld?
"Raiser, can I ask you something?"
"Yes Master?"
"Erm..." I began, a little nervously. "Do you...have things to do in the Underworld?"
"Like what?"
I rolled my eyes. Like what? Isn't he a high class Devil? He should have to do things like, what high class Devils do. I don't know what they do, but I know that they have important things to do. I wonder if he'll get another fiancee now that his engagement to Rias-Buchou has been, effectively shattered.
"Like...I don't know, high class Devil stuff. I know that if I was back home, I would have mountains of things to do because I am like a busy Princess and soon Queen..."
Raiser let out a breath.
"It isn't anything that can't be put off until later. Since I'm not marrying Rias anymore, I don't have to worry about my clan, and her clan becoming one. I have more free time than you might think. Although, there have been a rise in Phoenix Tears as of late."
A rise of Phoenix Tears? Has something happened in the Underworld? Although I don't think he should've admitted to having free time like that so casually.
"Oh? What's that about? Has something happened?"
"Not that I know of. You know, if you asked, I'd make you some Phoenix Tears."
H-He is offering for making me those items huh? That's, a little personal isn't it? They are sold for high prices yet he is saying that he will make some for me, for free. What's...going on here huh.
"O-Oh, that's really nice of you. You don't have to trouble yourself Raiser. Don't worry about me, I can keep myself safe you know? I'm a strong girl."
Raiser comes over to me, and looks deeply into my eyes. I looked away a little but then looked back. I was nervous because the last time he was this close to me, he was flirting with me. I don't want him to flirt with me.
"Master, I don't mind making you some of the Phoenix Tears for you. It would be my pleasure. I realize that I'm not the strongest Devil around, because I was losing to the Sekiryuutei and you beat me, but that doesn't mean that I don't worry about your well being."
For some reason, I felt my face heat up a little. D-Did Raiser say something so sweet? I looked at Raiser with my face becoming more red by the second. I raised my hand, and patted Raisers cheek softly.
"I-If you keep being nice like that, then I could see us becoming...something more...I don't know what but I know our relationship with one another could rise even more. So, be nice like this Raiser, and not your weird masochistic, playboy self. This Raiser is better than the other Raiser."
"I-I see. Then I shall Master."
Raiser, then tried to lean in for a kiss! W-What does he think he is doing!? I'm not like that with him! I raised my hand and placed a finger on his lips.
"Raiser, what do you think you're doing?"
"Going to kiss you?"
I rolled my eyes and shook my head.
"No. Please don't ever kiss me unless I say its okay. I, might be a girl but I am not going to just let you kiss me whenever you want. I don't even feel like that about you so, please don't try."
"I understand, sorry."
He looked dejected and moved away. I felt a little bad, but I'm not ready for him to do that yet. I shook my hair, and sat down at the table. I can tell that this day is going to be hard. Especially when I call the others to make a little meeting with the Excalibur wielders.
...A few hours later, I had called Ise-kun, Saji-kun and Fujimura-kun to the local park to ask about them helping me, help Yuuto-kun. But for some reason, a Loli in the form of Koneko-chan has tagged along. If I didn't know any better then I would say that she is here to take my spot on Ise-kun's lap...hehe, never mind.
Then again, why am I not on his lap? I've never really done it before but I would like to try at least once. So I stood up, and sat on his lap while blushing hard. I hope he just doesn't get...eheheh! I'm so silly sometimes~ Seriously, my naughty side flares up when I'm around Ise-kun.
"Ma...Makoto-chan! W-Why are you sat on my lap!?"
Ise-kun's face turned bright red, like my own face. Its, because this is a little intimate if you think about it. I'm on his lap, and he has his hands hovering around my body, nearly touching my hips. I couldn't actually force him to touch me or whatever, but if he tried, like a simple hug or something from behind then I wouldn't be opposed to it.
"S-Sorry Ise-kun, but I have to sit here because I am...I want too. Don't judge me Ise-kun. It isn't like you don't want me here so don't pretend anything different. I love sitting on Ise-kun's lap, its kind of comfortable. Although, I love Yuuto-kun's lap also..."
Just then, Fujimura-kun stopped our conversation.
"Ugh, no offence...no. A little offence actually. I've not come out here to watch you and the pervert flirt with one another. So, tell me what's going on."
I'm not flirting with Ise-kun. I'm more like, being adorable and seeing his reaction...yeah that's flirting isn't it? I didn't mean to flirt with him but it did turn out to be something like that.
"Do you have to call me a pervert damn Demon King of Kuoh?"
"You are a pervert though."
Fujimura-kun nodded his head. I'm not going to deny his words. Ise-kun is a naughty pervert with a boob fetish. I giggled a little as Ise-kun looked at me for defence while his face turned dark red.
"Aren't you going to say anything?"
"Like what?"
"Deny his words or something!"
"No. You are a pervert." He growls, but I pat his head. "But you're my perverted friend, so it doesn't matter."
That seemed to react mixed feelings from him. I guess he's happy and angry about it. I then cleared my throat and told them why I called them here today. I suggested the plan to destroy Excalibur. Ise-kun, Koneko-chan are all for it but...
"No, I'm not interested, and neither should you be."
H-He denied to help us? Why would Fujimura-kun deny such a thing? Is it, because he doesn't like the supernatural or something? I got the vibe that he really isn't into the supernatural, or something happened in the past.
"W-Why? I have to help Yuuto-kun, you know? It isn't like I'm a school girl that's got herself into something that's over her head. I am a freaking Queen for the love of..."
I then covered my mouth. I actually said that! I-I can't say I'm a Queen! I'm a Princess still but I will be Queen. But to these people, they don't know about it yet.
"The Queen of, what Makoto-chan?"
Ise-kun asked me, but I couldn't say anything about it. It seems silly to say something about it. I slapped myself in the forehead for such a slipup. Really? I do something like that now!?
"E-Eh...nothing really. I just think about being a Queen sometimes, you know? If I was the Queen of...some kind of race. Like an Angel Queen or something! Ehehehe! Yup! That's all it is Ise-kun! Nothing else whatsoever! I'm just a normal girl after all!"
I face palmed mentally. Yeah, that didn't sound like a lie at all. But Ise-kun, being the cute idiot that he is, simply nodded his head as the smarter...more inquisitive people gave me looks. Fujimura-kun is looking at me with a questioning nature. Koneko-chan is also looking at me like that. As for Saji-kun, he's kind of panicking about being involved.
But ignoring Saji-kun for a moment, I just smile while trying to hide my forming tears. I can't be discovered. I know that Yuuto-kun and such love my puppy form, but I don't know how Ise-kun is going to take it.
He thought and still thinks that I am human. What if he finds out that I'm some half breed Youkai. I have been lying to him about me, and I said to him that I would never lie to him about it.
"So..." I changed the subject and went towards Fujimura-kun with my eyes. "I, am asking you to please help. When Freed attacked me and Mitsu-kun, you saved us from getting killed. Granted, I only saw you punch him, but I can feel that you have great power. And you know what they say about great power right?"
"That it corrupts?"
"W-Well, for some yes. But it can also be used to save people with. Like you saved me with it. Look, I'm not asking you to put your life on the line for Yuuto-kun because I will do that myself, but I am asking you to lend a hand, if you can. You told me that you don't want me involved in this, right?" He nods with a sigh so I smile. "If I had a choice, then I wouldn't be involved. But when its for someone I love, then I will do anything I can for that person because I don't have a choice when its my heart. Whether it be Yuuto-kun, Ise-kun, Millicas-kun or anyone I consider a friend, lover, whatever they are. As long as they matter to me, then I will go to the end of the world for that person. Even if it leads to my death because that's the person I am and I'm never going to change, no matter what happens."
I gave a determined face and an aura to match. Fujimura-kun sighed in resignation and nodded his head. I smiled a little as I heard sobbing coming from someone...Saji-kun is crying manly tears, as is Ise-kun. G-Geez guys, it isn't like I have done anything spectacular, is it?
"Even if it is dangerous, I'll just have to keep you out of danger baka girl."
Even though I heard it in a dismissive tone, I felt a deeper reason for him saying it to me. Fujimura-kun surely is a strange guy after all.
"Uwaaaaaaaaaaaaah! Sakurame-chan surely is a lovely girl after all!" I looked at Saji-kun to see him crying even harder than before. "Ev-Even though that was beautiful Sakurame-chan... Nooooooooo! I'm going home!"
Saji-kun tried to run away, but Koneko-chan grabbed his sleeve and forced him to sit down. Ise-kun tried to persuade him otherwise but...
"Hyoudou! Why me!? It's your group's problem, right!? I belong to the House of Sitri! I shouldn't take part in this! Not at all!"
Saji-kun argued while crying.
"Don't say that Saji. The only Devil that we know who seems willing to help us is you."
"Bullshit! There's no way that I will help youuuu! I'm going to get killed! I'm going to get killed by Kaichouuuuu!"
I stood up and bent down in front of him as his face went really red. Since I'm wearing a short tank top, I guess that he might be able to see into my top so I moved my body so my breasts aren't visible to him.
"Saji-kun, you might not be apart of the Gremory team, but I'm not either, technically. Neither is Fujimura-kun. Yet we both are willing to do something like this to help Yuuto-kun..."
"Actually, I'm only doing it because I have my own reasons. They don't have anything to do with your boyfriend."
Ooh, so he isn't doing it for Yuuto-kun. Well, I thought that it would be a little weird since they don't really know one another. I sat on a nearby bench, next to Saji-kun and smiled. But Ise-kun then pointed an accusing finger at Fujimura-kun.
"Ooh, we know the only reason you are going to help is because Makoto-chan is involved!"
"Pft!" Fujimura-kun did a small spit take. Ise-kun smirked devilishly like he has just won something important. Fujimura-kun however recovered and countered Ise-kun with a frown. "I am not doing it because SHE is involved! SHE hasn't gotten anything to do with it! I've got my OWN reasons for doing what I am doing! They haven't gotten ANYTHING to do with HER! Is that clear!?"
"Geez, saying it like that Fujimura-kun. Its like you are making it a point to tell everyone how much you really dislike me."
He ground his teeth and looked away with crossed arms. I tilted my head to the side, but shook off the weird thoughts forming. I then turned my attention back to Saji-kun. I took his hand, and held it tightly.
"Saji-kun. Please help us. Since you're a Devil of Kaichou, you must be awesome, you know? I'm a delicate flower, you know? If I don't have a strong protector around, then I wont be able to help my boyfriend. Saji-kun, you wouldn't really let me go off and get hurt, right?"
To empathize my words, I got closer and nuzzled his neck...why am I nuzzling his neck!? I-I feel a little weird right now. Something in my body is burning. Its the same feeling when I look at Ise-kun. It hasn't got anything to do with the love for him thing. But it feels like...
[He's got a Sacred Gear that has part of the Dragon King, Vritra sealed inside. I don't know which one yet so don't bother asking me. Your body might be reacting to that. Either that, or you fall in love ridiculously fast.]
S-Shut up baka! I don't really even know Saji-kun! I don't fall in love like that baka! No, it feels the same when I look at Ise-kun sometimes. Maybe it is this Dragon King Vritra or something. Like you theorized. Is it possible, that I'm attracted to the Dragon power inside of them?
[Possible. It might be because of your Inugami side. I heard once that Inugami are swayed by powerful beings. It strikes at their core and makes them feel weird inside. Does that sound familiar girl?]
N-Now, that you mention it, I do think that something like that was told to me once. I remember Tou-chan saying something to Kaa-chan about how he was swayed by her power when they first met. Hey, Sacred Gear Soul-kun, can you tell me about Vritra and the Dragon Kings and such?
[Maybe another time. For now, you need to focus on this. Don't worry though when fighting, I will be right by your side...inside you...you get what I mean, right?]
I do. I thank you for your continued wisdom, even if you call me rude names sometimes.
I turned my attention back to Saji-kun who is blushing immensely. I also know the reason. Its because, my body has been pressing against his now! I-I must've done it when I was talking with the Spirit-kun!
I pulled away and looked away with a blush, as I notice the jealous eyes of Ise-kun and...I can't really tell what Fujimura-kun's eyes are.
"I-I...Saji-kun! I-I am so sorry! I didn't mean to be forward then! M-My...body just did it without my mind noticing. Sometimes..."
Saji-kun grabs my hands and holds them tightly, while looking at me with a cool, manly expression. It kind of makes me feel safe. Its the same look Yuuto-kun gives me when he is determined about keeping me safe.
"I'll definitely become Sakurame-chan's protector! Please leave the rest to me Sakurame-chan!"
"Y-Yes, I'm counting on you."
Saji-kun nodded, but didn't let go of my hands. Ehehe, what do I do now? I stood up, but so did he with our hands clasped together like this. I blushed at how strongly he is looking at me right now.
"Sakurame-chan..." He began, a blush adorning his cheeks. "I-Is it alright if I..." He looked down at our hands and his blush became deeper. "Y-You know...even though Kiba is like your boyfriend..." Saji-kun then looked up at me. "Y-You are just so nice and I lo..."
BANG!
Ise-kun hit Saji-kun in the head, and ripped me away from him! G-Geez! I didn't even know what he was going to say then. Saji-kun was going to say something but I didn't get to hear it. Should I be grateful to Ise-kun or mad at him for such things?
"Ise-kun! What did you do that for!?"
"Yeah Hyoudou! I was having a moment with Sakurame-chan there! Don't ruin it for me!"
Both myself and Saji-kun roared at Ise-kun. My roar though was more tamed than Saji-kun's. Saji-kun walked over and punched Ise-kun in the head! I-Is this the male way of bonding or something?
"Fuck off baka!" Ise-kun grabbed my hand and held it tightly, which made my face heat up to immeasurable levels. "I've known her longer! If anyone is holding her hand then its going to be me!"
"A-As if! You have Rias-senpai! Let me hold Sakurame-chan's hands you brute!"
"Screw you Saji! As if I'll let you hold her hands! She, is off limits to someone like you!"
GRAB!
Saji-kun grabbed my unoccupied hand, and held it tightly! Ise-kun glared and so did Saji-kun. Don't I get a say on who holds my hands? They are my hands after all, so I would like to have a little say in what happens with my hands.
""HANDS OFF!""
PULL! PULL!
Both of the boys pulled me in directions that I didn't know my body went! Iyaaaa! This really hurts!
"STOP ITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT! I'LL JUST HOLD BOTH OF YOUR HANDS FOR THE LOVE OF GOD! IT HURTS DAMN IT! STOP IT IMMEDIATELY! UNDERSTOOD!?"
I released a rage at them. They both stopped being idiots and just held a hand each. Geez, to keep boys tame, I have to do something like that. I then released a breath, and looked to the left of us. I'm using an application of Senjutsu right now to locate the girls.
I should be able to sense their ki, even if it is in this form. If I was in my Inugami form, I would be able to locate them pretty quickly. But this time, I am in my human form and it will take a little longer.
"What are you looking at Sakurame-chan?"
Saji-kun politely asked me. I smiled and shook my head.
"Nothing much. Just looking at the flowers."
I lied somewhat. I am looking at the flowers, but I am also sensing for the girls.
"I-I see. But you know, the flowers, aren't nearly as beautiful as you are."
I blushed up a storm when he said that. He's looking at me, I can tell that he isn't lying. H-He thinks something so nice about me? Me? Who would've thought that someone other than Yuuto-kun, Millicas-kun, Mitsu-kun, Raiser and possibly Ise-kun would say something so polite and kind?
He scratches his cheeks with a blush as my own blush deepens...
"Saji-kun that's so..."
"Stupid!" Ise-kun spoke above me, and then glared harshly at Saji-kun. "You saying things like that to her! You leave her alone!"
"Oh, fuck off brute! I can talk to her if I want too!"
"Grrrr!" Ise-kun growled, and stroked my hand with his thump! "Makoto-chan, we should go and find these girls."
I nodded and pointed to the left.
"We should search that way."
"Whys that, Sakurame?"
Fujimura-kun asked with a raised eyebrow and crossed arms. I just shrugged my shoulders. Does it matter?
"I just think that's a good way to look, that's all."
"I see." He gave my form a look over as I scrunched up my eyebrows. "Then, lets go."
I nodded, and together with Saji-kun and Ise-kun, who are holding my hands tightly, we set off towards the direction I felt the girls with Koneko-chan following in close pursuit. I bet she could've done something like I did then, you know?
After about ten minutes of walking, and those two guys arguing about who's hand I think is better to hold, we found the girls.
"Please give blessings to the lost lamb..."
"Please give charity to us on behalf of the father in Heaven!"
It seems that they don't think they look weird at all. I mean, whoa. Yeah, doing that on the side of the road isn't strange at all, is it~?
"How can this be? This is the reality of the developed country of Japan? That's why I don't like countries that don't have the smell of our beliefs."
"Don't say that, Xenovia. We lost all the money we had. So we have to rely on charity from these heretics or else we can't get food, you know? Aaah, we can't even buy a single loaf of bread!"
"Hmph. It all happened because you bought that fake looking painting."
Xenovia-san pointed at a painting of a saint that was drawn really badly. What the heck was that? Did they get cheated in a fake exhibition? It looks...like something an infant could paint...
"What are you saying? This painting has the drawing of someone who looks like a saint! That's what the person in the exhibition said as well!"
"Then do you know who the person in the drawing is? I certainly don't."
The person in the picture certainly looked like a foreigner and was wearing poor clothing and had something on his head. There was also a baby Angel on the background with a trumpet who was floating in the air.
"…I think it's…Saint…Peter…?"
Yeah, she's not blind at all. I was kind of jealous of her and Ise-kun's past together, but now looking at her, yeah I don't have anything to be jealous of. I am just going to say that I have more brains than her, and I can kick her butt if she wants to test me.
"Don't mess around. Saint Peter wouldn't look like this."
"No, he must have looked like this! I'm sure about it!"
"Aaah, why did my partner have to be someone like you…God, is this also a trial?"
"Hey don't hold your head down. You really get depressed when you are down, don't you."
They are really going at it huh. Is this how it operates in the Church? I wouldn't know, and I don't think I want to know either. This isn't exactly something I would call normal, is it?
"Shut up! That's why the Protestants are called heretics! You guys have different beliefs than us Catholics! Show more respect to the saints!"
"What! What's wrong, it is Catholicism where they still abide by the old law!"
"What did you say, heretic?"
"What did you say, heretic!?"
I think I'm rooting for Irina-san. At least that way, I know that Xenovia-san will lose. Xenovia-san was mean to Asia-chan and she was going to hurt my Yuuto-kun. That is something I simply wont forgive!
RUMBLE.
Then we heard the sound of their stomachs rumble when we were a distance away from them. The two of them dropped onto the ground with their stomachs rumbling.
"…First of all, let's do something to fill our stomachs. Or else it's not a matter of retrieving the Excalibur's."
"…You are right. Do you want to get money from the heretics by threatening them? I think God will forgive us if we threaten the heretics."
"Do you plan to attack the shrine? Or do you plan to steal their offertory box? Don't do either. Let's use our swords to put on a performance. It's an international entertainment that works in every country."
"That's an excellent idea! If we can cut fruits with our Excalibur's, then we can gather cash!"
"Well, we don't have fruits. It can't be helped. Let's cut that picture."
"No! You can't cut this down!"
Cut it down! Do it Xenovia-san! It would make this day seem a little more interesting, to say the least. Ise-kun then went over, and in turn I went with him as did Saji-kun. Koneko-chan and Fujimura-kun hung back a little.
We neared the girls, and Ise-kun asked.
"Ummm…we are going to eat now, so do you guys want to come as well?"
""Okay!""
They didn't seem like the girls who came the other day. They seemed, almost normal then. But then again, what's normal about our lives anyway? Ehehe, I am not sure if my life could be considered normal.
So like that, we all went towards a local fast foods restaurant. Ise-kun was a little low on funds but I offered to pay for Irina-san. However, he told me that since I'm a girl, I don't have to pay for anyway.
I don't know whether that's really sexist, or something I find very sweet. I will take it as sweet. But Saji-kun offered to pay, although I think that had to do with me and showing up Ise-kun rather than the girls from the Church.
But now we are sat down in the restaurant and they are eating the meal heartily as my hands are still being held by the two boys. T-They sure don't stop pigging out even when they are in front of people. They are acting like pigs but don't care.
"Phew. Now I'm calm. It's the end of the world to get helped by a Devil."
That was what Xenovia-san said.
"Hey. We are treating you to food and that's what you say?"
"He's right Xenovia-san. Please be more nicer when talking about such things. Because don't forget that we have...never mind."
I was going to threaten her, but if I did then I would just be giving into rage about how they were going to hurt my Yuuto-kun. However, I will have to be the calm, sensible one.
"Pheeeew! Thank you for the meal. Aaaah God, please give charity to these Devils."
Irina-san said while using her cross.
[Auu!]
At that moment, Ise-kun touched his head with his hands as did Saji-kun and Koneko-chan. Fujimura-kun looked uncomfortable, but didn't do anything else. I wasn't bothered by it, as why would I be? I'm not a Devil, it doesn't even bother me. But why was Fujimura-kun? He...isn't a Devil, right? I would be able to sense if he was a Devil...I think.
"Ah, I'm sorry. I did it without thinking."
Irina-san smiled with a cute face. Xenovia-san then takes a drink from her cup and asks us all a straight question.
"So, why did you come to us?"
"You two came to this country to retrieve the Excalibur's, right?"
"That's right. We already told you that before."
She answered my question. But they didn't seem to be in a hostile mood. Just as well, if they did then I would do something about it. Unlike the Devils, I don't have a problem with holy swords, but I am not going to ruin this.
"We all, want to help you destroy the Excalibur's."
Both of them looked surprised at what I just said. They were also looking at each other. I felt Ise-kun and Saji-kun's tense through our connected hands. It isn't like I am worried about it. Xenovia-san seems to be at least be flexible.
"Yeah. Maybe it's okay leaving one sword to you guys. If you can destroy it, that is. But make sure that your identities aren't revealed. We also don't want our higher ups and enemies to think that we are connected to you guys."
I knew she would be receptive to the idea. Irina-san however doesn't look convinced.
"Hey Xenovia. Are you sure? Even if it's Ise-kun, he's still a Devil, you know?"
Hey, I was the one that asked. I'm not a Devil, and neither is Fujimura-kun I believe. But I know that I'm not one! I'm just a girl...hehe, if they only knew.
"Irina. To tell you the truth, it would really be tough to retrieve the three Excalibur's and to battle Kokabiel with only the two of us."
When Xenovia-san said Kokabiel, Fujimura-kun sharpened his eyes. Kokabiel, I know that he isn't the nicest Fallen Angel, but why would he do that? I stayed silent on the matter, but I kept my questioning eyes towards Fujimura-kun. He clearly is hiding something, but I don't know what it is.
"I know that. But...!"
"The minimum objectives we have to achieve are destroying the three Excalibur's or take them back. If our Excalibur's are going to be stolen as well then we should break them before it happens. Even if we use the last resort, there's only a 30 percent chance that we will succeed in our mission and return home safely."
So, they're willing to do it for a 30 percent survival rate? That's...just stupid if you ask me. I wouldn't send anyone to fight for such a low fighting odd, unless I was right there with them.
"Even so, we thought that the success rate was high enough to come to this country prepared to put our life on the line."
"Yeah. The high-ups also told us to continue with our mission as well and dispatched us to this country. It's almost self-sacrifice."
"And isn't that what we, the followers, desire for?"
If that's what they desire then that's completely nuts. But then again, I've met people like that before. Mission, mission, mission. Such a strange life to me. I mean, why would you sacrifice themselves like that?
"I changed my mind. My beliefs are flexible. So I can act in the best way."
"You! I have been thinking about it for a long time, but your faith is a bit weird!"
"I won't deny it. But I think that it's our duty to accomplish our mission and return safely. I'm going to live and continue fighting for God. Am I wrong?"
"…You are not wrong. But..."
"That's why we won't ask for help from the Devils. Instead we ask for help from a Dragon. The high-ups didn't tell us not to borrow the strength of a Dragon."
Xenovia-san then looked at Ise-kun who looked at her back. Well, he is the Sekiryuutei so I guess that technically they could say something about him being a Dragon. The same about Saji-kun really. He has a Dragon type Sacred Gear with...apart of Vritra's soul, I think anyway.
"I never thought that I would meet Sekiryuutei in a distant country like this. Even if you turned into a Devil, I see that the dragon power within you is still present. If it's like the legend says, then you can increase your power to that of a Maou, correct? If you gain a power to that of a Maou, then you can break the Excalibur's without a sweat. I also think that it was God's doing that we had this meeting."
Well, she's certainly chipper. Irina-san raised a defensive hand.
"C-Certainly they didn't tell us not to borrow the power of a Dragon… But you are just saying nonsense! Your belief is certainly weird!"
"Weird is fine with me. But, Irina. He's your childhood friend, right? Let's trust him. The power of a Dragon."
Irina-san became silent at Xenovia-sans words, but her expression showed that she was okay with it for now. Well, that's fine also. I have several ideas on how Yuuto-kun can break the Excalibur's. I could lower the auras of the holy swords with my Senjutsu...or Ise-kun could transfer his boosted power.
"Alright then. Ise-kun will lend his Dragon power. With that, I'm going to call my boyfriend but no hostility."
I got out my phone and called Yuuto-kun. He came straight away and I sat on his lap. Aah, there we go. That feels good. We explained the situation to Yuuto-kun who listened intently. But I couldn't help but notice the rise in hostility in him.
"…I understand the situation."
He understands the situation at least. I, am happy about that. But at the same time, I can't help but think that someone is going to say something and then its going to escalate.
"To tell the truth, I feel unsatisfied when the wielders of the Excalibur's are giving me the permission to destroy it."
"That's a rough way to speak. If you were a stray Devil, I would have cut you down without any time to spare."
"Yeah, you try and hurt Yuuto-kun then I will hurt you, painfully. So don't make threats to my boyfriend, because they wont be well received."
I shot a sharp glare at her. I don't care if this might ruin it, I wont let her speak to him like that. No one will speak to him like that. Even an idol threat wont be well received. Xenovia-sans and my eyes shot sparks off at one another. But Irina-san then spoke up.
"So you do hold a grudge regarding the holy sword project. Against the church and the Excalibur's."
When she asked that, not only Yuuto-kun's, but Fujimura-kun's eyes went sharp. Is...something wrong with him?
"Fujimura-kun, are you okay?"
"Fine."
He spoke in a dismissive tone. But clearly something isn't right here. Hmmmm, is he connected to the project as well? Yuuto-kun carried on the conversation with the girl named Irina-san.
"Obviously."
"But Kiba-kun. Thanks to that project, the research on holy sword users showed results. That's why it created people like Xenovia and I who can synchronise with the holy swords."
"Do you think it's a forgiving act to kill all the test subjects because the project was thought to be a failure?"
He's right though. They shouldn't of killed them. Its cruel really. It makes me kind of feel sick. Yuuto-kun looked at the Excalibur wielders with hate and the intent to kill. Fujimura-kun also shot them a look, but even if I asked, he would've told me to be quiet.
"That incident also became one of the worst cases among us and people felt disgusted about it. The person in charge of that project at that time was said to have a problem with his belief. So he was charged with heresy. Now he's one of those people on the Fallen Angels side."
"On the Fallen Angel's side? What's the name of that person?"
Yuuto-kun took interest and asked Xenovia-san.
"…Valper Galilei. The man who is called the Genocide Archbishop."
So, that's the name of Yuuto-kun's enemy. That's fine, because I will just kill him myself for hurting Yuuto-kun and those children.
"…If I go after Fallen Angels, then can I reach him…"
"No Yuuto-kun. It isn't all Fallen Angels. Please make that distinction. Its one Fallen Angel. Don't base the race on the actions of Kokabiel, please."
"You're right. Sorry Makoto-chan."
I giggled and patted his head. He then made determined eyes.
"Then it looks like I have to share information as well. The other day I was attacked by a person who had the Excalibur. At that time, he killed a priest. The one who was killed is probably from your organisation."
"Yeah, the same thing happened to me as well. Maybe you all heard it before Ise-kun, Saji-kun, Koneko-chan. Freed also attacked me, that's the person Yuuto-kun is referring too, but Fujimura-kun saved me. Although I was like totally kicking ass as well. Either way, Freed is in town, and is in league with Kokabiel."
I spoke after Yuuto-kun. Ise-kun, Saji-kun and Yuuto-kun all looked at Fujimura-kun with jealous eyes, however Fujimura-kun seems to have something else on his mind. It must be important. If I could only read minds...
"Excuse me. But is this person Freed Zelzan?"
Xenovia-san asked me. I gave a simple nod in her direction. I'll never forget that person. Irina-san and Xenovia-san both made sharp eyes when I nodded at Xenovia-sans query.
"I see. So it's him."
"Freed Zelzan. Former exorcist of the Vatican. The genius who became an exorcist at the age of 13. He had lots of big achievements because he kept on eliminating Devils and mystical beasts."
"But he overdid it. He even killed his allies. Freed never had any beliefs towards our God from the start. The only thing he had was fighting instinct and killing intent towards monsters. And an abnormal obsession for battles. It was a matter of time that he'd be charged for heresy."
Yeah, sounds like something Freed would do. Damn sick rapist. He tried to do things to me, that shouldn't of been done to me. I...still feel a little frightened about how he was trying to rape me like that...
"Anyways, let's move onto the cooperation strategy."
Xenovia took out a pen and used it to write on a memo pad. She gave us her contact details.
"If something happens, call this number."
"Thanks. Then we should also…"
"We already received Ise-kun's number from Okaa-sama."
Irina-san said with a cheery smile. Hehe, I see. I like Okaa-sama, she's kind of like a second Okaa-sama to me as well. Even if I wasn't ever asked to move in. But I live with Yuuto-kun and some other guys so I'm totally cool.
"Then that's it then. I'll repay you for the meal another time, "Sekiryuutei" Hyoudou Issei."
Xenovia-san got up after saying that.
"Thanks for the meal, Ise-kun! Treat me again next time as well! Even if you are a Devil, God will allow it if it's Ise-kun who treats me to a meal! It's okay if it's food!"
So, Gods okay with it if its someone she knows? Irina-san, I don't think God works like that. Maybe she's a little loopy, or on something that she shouldn't be on, like some drugs. I wouldn't be shocked.
Those two then left the resturant, and Fujimura-kun stood up as well.
"Fujimura-kun? Is something the matter?"
"No, I need to do something. Sorry, but I need to leave now. Don't worry though, I will keep you safe...hahaha! I-I meant that we will cooperate with this Excalibur thing! Ugh! I'm going! Call me when we're going to do this thing!"
He rushed out of here really fast. But...where is he going? I was going to stand up...but I don't think he wants me to follow him. He said that he had something to do. But he was acting strangely during that little meeting...
"...Ise-kun, why are you going along with Makoto-chan's little plan? I know that she is doing it for me, and that makes me feel warm in my chest but I can't help but wonder why you're doing it."
"Well, we are comrades. And we belong to the same group. And you helped me out before as well. It's not like I'm trying to repay you, but I thought I would give you a hand this time."
"If I act by myself, then I would cause trouble for Buchou. That's also the reason, right?"
"Of course. Buchou would get sad if you were to go around in a rampage. Well, the fact that I made this plan by myself will cause trouble to Buchou as well. But it's better than you becoming an exiled, right? Well it turned out to be a success, since we made an agreement with those guys from the Church."
Even though he didn't look convinced by that, Koneko-chan stood up and held his shoulder. What is Koneko-chan doing?
"…Yuuto-senpai. I would get lonely…if senpai disappeared."
Koneko-chan put on a sad face. She's usually emotionless, but for her to act like this, is unexpected.
"…I will help you…that's why please don't go."
Damn Koneko-chan. Even though she said it to my boyfriend, I can't help but feel like she really cares for Yuuto-kun, in a brotherly way...I hope. I can't compete with cuteness like hers. I can't do anything like that...
"Hahaha. I give up. If Koneko-chan says that to me, then I can't do reckless things. Okay. I will work with you. Thanks to Makoto-chan, I know who my true enemy is. But since we are doing this, we are definitely going to defeat the Excalibur. "
"That's the spirit Yuuto-kun! We'll defeat that Excalibur together and then we can..." I got to his ear and started whispering about the things we can do together, meaning ecchi things, which made his whole face turn red, like a tomato. "...is that something you want?"
He smirked ever so slightly, and whispered "Yes my cute puppy." in my ear. I gained a happy face as Ise-kun spoke up.
"What did you just whisper?"
""Nothing.""
Yuuto-kun and I denied him with a wave of our hands. Its our love life, and it isn't to do with him what we do together. Even then, it isn't like I would publicly say to anyone anyway. Its between Yuuto-kun and I, and no one is going to know about what we do in the bedroom, hehe...I've been friends with Ise-kun too long.
"Okay then... Okay! Now we have formed the group to destroy the Excalibur! Let's defeat the stolen Excalibur and that shit Freed!"
He made a determined face with equally determined eyes. Ise-kun sure is a nice guy. But I do wish I knew what was happening with Fujimura-kun, but it isn't like he is going to tell me.
"...Umm, even though I said I would protect Sakurame-chan, which I will, but what do Kiba and Excalibur have to do with one another?"
Ooh right, he doesn't know about it, does he? I looked at Yuuto-kun who nodded.
"Lets talk for abit."
Yuuto-kun then started to talk about his past after he drank the coffee. The project that the Catholic Church planned secretly. Project holy sword. The test to make lots of people who can use holy swords was taking place in a certain institute. There were boys and girls who had talents at using swords and a possessor of Sacred Gear. Day after day, they were going through inhuman experiments. They were being experimented on and had their rights of freedom taken away. They weren't treated as humans and their lives were ignored. But they had a dream. To live on. They were forced to believe that they were loved by God, and they were just waiting for "that day" to come.
They believed that they would become special beings. They believed that they could become people who could wield holy-swords. But the result was "disposal". Yuuto-kun and his comrades couldn't use the holy swords.
"…Everyone died. They were killed. Killed by those who serve God. No one saved us. Just because we couldn't use the holy-swords. Other boys and girls were put under poisonous gas while still alive. They put poisonous gas on us while saying "amen". We vomited blood and suffered on the floor. Even so, we were seeking help from God."
Yuuto-kun told us his story. We listened to him silently but I knew the story already but it doesn't hurt to know it again as I care about Yuuto-kun and I want these feelings to be overcome. Yuuto-kun somehow managed to escape from the laboratory, but the poisonous gas had already infected him. Apart from certain people, the test subjects who had lower abilities than average were all disposed of because they weren't needed. Yuuto-kun who managed to escape, met Buchou who came to observe Italy as he was dying. And now he was here. I'm happy that she did make him her servant, as that means I got the chance to meet him.
"I want to accomplish my comrades regrets. No, I don't want to make their deaths be in vain. I need to keep on living in their place, and I have to prove that I am stronger than Excalibur."
His past his bad, of course its bad. Its something that shouldn't of happened. Even then, Yuuto-kun will be happy with me now. I'm sure that he will be happy with someone like me. I'll make everyday fun for him.
"Uuuuuuu…sob…"
The one who is shedding tears is Saji-kun. I looked and saw those heavy tears flow from his eyes. I didn't know how to respond to it, so I patted him on the head softly. He jumped up and hugged me very tightly! W-Whys he hugging me all of a sudden!?
"Kiba! It must have been horrible! It must have been painful! Damn it! There isn't any God or hope in this world! Right now I feel so much sympathy for you! Yeah, it's a horrible story! I understand why you hold a grudge against those people from the church and Excalibur!"
I tried to push him off, but he kept a tight hold around my body! I noticed that Ise-kun was ready to hit him, and as for Yuuto-kun, his eyes are sharper than when Excalibur was being talked about! Fueeee! This isn't right! Get off me baka!
"To tell you the truth, I didn't like you before because you were a good looking guy and because you took Sakurame-chan for yourself…But it's different now! I will also help! I'm willing to receive the punishment from Kaichou! But before that we have to destroy Excalibur! I will also work hard! You also have to live on! Don't ever betray Rias-senpai who saved you!"
He's...acting strangely again. Ise-kun couldn't take it anymore and ripped Saji-kun off of my body, and made him sit down as Yuuto-kun wrapped his arms around me in a protective manner. Geez this isn't what I want them to be like!
"Okay! It's a good time! I want you guys to hear my story! You guys should know about me if we are working together!"
Should know about him? What should we know about him exactly? Does he have some kind of past or something? But what he said next betrayed what I was thinking about.
"My dream is to…make Sakurame-chan pregnant and marry her! But, you know… making a girl pregnant and marrying her is hard for an unpopular guy like me. There aren't any girls that I can make pregnant to begin with… But I will one day make her pregnant and marry her…"
He's going to rape me. I'm scared now. He wants to make me pregnant by rape. Ooh no! This is horrible! I don't want to be raped! And I certainly don't want a child right now! I'm too, immature for a child. I need to grow up some more before another person like a child could depend on me.
"Saji! Listen to me! My aim is to grope Makoto-chan's and Buchou's oppai…and then suck it!"
"Hyoudouuuu! Do you know what you are saying? Do you understand how hard that dream is, to touch the high class Devils oppai and Sakurame-chan's… To touch the oppai of your Master and Sakurame-chan?"
"Saji. You can touch it. You can touch the oppai of a girl like her… You can touch Makoto-chan's oppai! I actually groped her oppai with this hand."
Ise-kun said it while moving his hands. Saji-kun looked at his hand with a shocked face.
"Impossible!? Something like that is possible!? You are not lying, right!?"
"It's not a lie. Makoto-chan's oppai is far away. But it's not like you can't reach it."
"Sucking it…!? Sucking Sa…Sakurame-chan's oppai… You are talking about the nipple right…? The place where you can suck is the nipple right…?"
I am right here, you fucking idiots! Seriously! This sounds like they are going to get me and do ecchi things to me by force! I am fucking scared now! Uwaaaaaaah! Tears flow from my eyes as they continue on.
"Dumb ass! If you are going to suck oppai, then the nipple is the only thing you can suck! Yes! I'm going to suck the nipple!"
I will twist off their nipples if they don't stop this! This is really bad!
"Saji! We may be useless Pawns if we are just by ourselves. But it's different if it's the two of us. We can fly if it's the two of us! We can fight if it's the two of us! We can do it if it's the two of us! We can make her pregnant and marry her if it's the two of us! Let's have sex with our Makoto-chan together!"
"Yeah. Yes!"
I couldn't take it anymore and I hit them across the heads!
"YOU ARE NOT GOING TO TALK ABOUT ME WHEN I AM HERE! AND THERE IS NO WAY I AM GOING TO GET PREGNANT BY YOU TWO!"
""UWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! I'M SORRY!""
They tried to apologize to me, but I wasn't having any of it. If they want to do things like that with me, then they will have to discuss it. I would maybe let Ise-kun but I don't really know Saji-kun. Even then, I am not going to hear their plans like this without my consent!
I stood up and pulled up Yuuto-kun as well.
"Well boys, do you want to suck my oppai, that badly?"
I sent a wink at them, which made them nod excitedly. I smirked and took Yuuto-kun's hand and placed it on my breast. He blushed as I did as well, but this is to make a point.
"Sorry boys, but Yuuto-kun actually sucks on my breasts quite often."
They glared at Yuuto-kun who chuckled unevenly. I then turned to Yuuto-kun and winked slightly.
"Do you wanna go home so you can suck on my boobs?"
His face turned several shades of red. Eventually, he gave a small nod at me.
"I-I wouldn't mind it..."
He's so cute sometimes. I kissed his cheek, and turned to pervert one and two. Ise-kun's one, and Saji-kun's two.
"See you later Ise-kun~ Saji-kun~ Yuuto-kun is able to suck on my breasts~ Bye-bye~"
I walked towards the door with Yuuto-kun who looked at the boys.
"Don't talk about my girlfriend like that again unless I say its okay, understood?"
D-Damn, I don't hear it often, but his commanding side is...totally arousing. That voice he used then, was that of something I would only hear when someone threatens someone. But at the same time, I felt that he was trying to protect me.
They nodded rapidly at him, like they are scared of him. I would be too if he used that tone with me. We then left the restaurant together. I turned to Yuuto-kun with a small smile.
"Wanna go home Yuuto-kun?"
"T-To suck on your breasts?"
My face flushes and I inclined my head.
"I-If you want to, then you can. Yuuto-kun can do anything he wants with my body after all."
LIFT!
"Ooh my~ Yuuto-kun sure is a little naughty today."
He is carrying me bridal style right now. Hehe, I'm fine with that. I rested my head on his shoulder and hugged around his neck.
"S-Sorry, but I just got excited."
"I see. Then its time to take care of that excitement."
I didn't mean it in that way, but Yuuto-kun's face turned red and he ran away with me in his arms! Hehehe! Yuuto-kun sure is festive huh. I guess at the end of the day, he's still male and has urges like the rest of us. Even I have some urges. But right now, I am also concerned for Fujimura-kun...and Yuuto-kun.
I will just have to help them both! It isn't an issue! I'm fine with helping them! And now Yuuto-kun wants to suck on my breasts, at least its on my terms hehehe!
End chapter! A little more bonding between certain characters this chapter, plus Ise and Saji being a little weird and forming a tag-team on Makoto! Well, not long now until Kokabiel! Until next chapter! Thank you for reading!
Issei; Rias, Asia, Akeno, Koneko, Irina, Xenovia, Makoto, Seekvaira, Ravel, Le Fay, Kuroka, Isabela, Tsubasa, Ophis, Sona, Grayfia, Gabriel, Tsubaki, Rossweisse.
Makoto; Yuuto, Gasper, Vali, Issei, Cao Cao, Genshirou, Arthur, Dulio, Sirzechs, Michael, Azazel, Bikou, Ajuka, Serafall (male), Sairaorg, Millicas, Tobio, Raiser, Barakiel, Shirou, Mitsu.