Hey guys I am back with the next chapter of The Maverick Emperor and I hope you are all ready for it. Now this chapter is kind of slow but the next chapter is the promotion test! Which will be a bit harder since Magnus is going to be facing someone he wasn't expecting. Now I want to thank everyone who has faved and followed me and my stories it means a lot seriously guys. Same to my reviewers, I love hearing back from people and feedback and if anyone wants to throw me ideas for OC's then let me know. Now onto the reviews! Merendinoemiliano what a confidence indeed. Glad you loved Ravel acting the part already and trust me it will get funnier. Trust me for a kick ass fight it will be next chapter and you will love it I am sure. Ace Yeah I know porn isn't bad but Magnus is just a little weirded out by the fact the girls are watching that kind of stuff. Also I am sure Akeno has something along those lines. Also I am sure she likes those types of movies especially that one, but who knows. As for South Park I still watch and it cracks me up still. For Koneko's character I am not sure but in a story plot way it just adds crap. Plus it leads to Koneko creating Shirone mode. Also yeah I heard about the fire, it's insane. My future brother in law is a fire fighter and while he hasn't dealt with the fire yet he may be called up to help. Anyway I hope you guys are ready for the next chapter because... It will be The Red Dragon Emperor vs The Abyss Dragon King.
"So, this is the Nekomata mating season huh." Azazel said with his arms crossed.
After we had called Kiyome and she had some time to look at Koneko she told us what was going on. The poor girl was acting on instinct which was pretty scary to be honest. However, the beast tamer was able to give the small silver-haired girl some medicine that would not only help her sleep but get her relief from her natural instincts. Now that Koneko was asleep everyone was gathered in the VIP room of my house, Kiyome had given my mom the instructions of when and how to give Koneko her medicine along with some helpful hints on how to deal with a nekomata in heat. Turns out nekomatas are more like cats that can take on human form so for this to happen to Koneko isn't surprising. However, Kiyome did say it was weird for her to have entered it so quickly, apparently it wasn't supposed to happen for a while. So, we were all confused on why it happened so soon.
Rubbing my chin in thought I sighed, life sure is weird… Though now I am kind of curious to see if Koneko could become a cat… When she is feeling better I should ask her.
"Nekomata females go into mating season when their bodies are developed enough to bear babies. They choose males of a different species that they take a liking to. In other words, that's you, Magnus. Now normally a Nekoshou Nekomata and while say if the offspring came from you two it wouldn't that bad. However, given the timing…." Azazel sighs shaking his head. "Koneko is to small."
"Yeah, she's physically not built for that, and her life could be in danger… But it's more than that, given what we know it's way to early for this. My question is what triggered it?" I asked looking around the room with a concerned look… This could be my fault…. The dragon aura it could have sent her into this spiral…
However, Azazel shook his head. "I know your thinking kid but no it isn't your dragon aura. To be honest it could have been anything but until we run more tests we won't know."
"I think I have an idea… As girl living in this house I understand." Looking down slightly Akeno crossed her arms. "I'm sure what triggered it was the relationship between Magnus and Rias, I'm sure Koneko is thinking along of the lines of 'I can't lose' and 'I must be the next one'."
… That's a little… disheartening to hear… If it was true, then that means it's because of me and Rias.
"Did she go into mating season when her body isn't even ready because of Magnus and myself? Rias asked sadly… Wow I guess we do think alike at times… but now that I think about it I have been focused more on Rias since my confession… I mean I still take the girls out and spent time with them, but Rias took up a lot of my time. Maybe I should take Koneko out and spend time with her and reassure her that I care about her… That could work.
As I was working on ways to help Koneko Azazel sighed scratching his head. "It doesn't matter now. Suppressing her instincts forcefully isn't good, if we keep this up it could affect her instincts after she matures." Then the fallen angel points at me. "Until we can stabilize her condition you need to you resist her. Though that shouldn't be a problem, but this is just a warning."
"Yeah. It might be a good situation for you who is always in mating season, but endure Koneko's seduction if you care about her well-being. You should be able to endure it if you think that she will die if you have sex with her."
Nodding I crossed my arms. "Don't worry I won't fall for it but I think I have a viable solution to at least help… I just need to spend more time with Koneko out and about and let her know she isn't less important to me." Looking down I sighed. "I need to do that for all you girls, so do you think that could work?" I asked looking around, but my gaze stopped at Rias's.
Instead of looking hurt my girlfriend smiled brightly at me. In fact, all of the girls looked hopeful. "It should, but that is to be expected of my sweet Magnus." Reaching out the red-head gently stroked my cheek. Flushing brightly, I smiled at her and slowly reached up and touched her hand.
"Hey, hey. Stop making a scene here you idiots." Azazel shouted causing the both of us to separate our faces extremely red. Snorting Azazel shook his head. "Do those type of things when your alone, isn't that right you guys?" Azazel asked as he looked at the others in the room.
Asia shook her head with a smile. "No. It seems like we can watch calmly over both with relief."
"While I do get envious of them, just looking at them with a sense of relief." Xenovia shrugged her should but she was still smiling.
"You are right. It took quite a long time for them progress to this stage. It seems like there are flowers blooming behind them when they look into each other's eyes!" Irina did a weird pose just like she usually does… Man the church trio are at it again… But it's nice to know how supportive they are of our relationship.
Suddenly I felt a pair of arms wrap around my neck from behind and found that I was pulled back into Akeno as she let out a small laugh. "Just seeing them like this makes me want to have an affair even more." Looking back at Akeno I rolled my eyes… Seriously girl how can it be an affair if I am technically dating all of you? I mean seriously… Then again, it's her fantasy just let her have what she wants.
"If I recorded that scene just now and sent it to Riser, he would die of agony." Ravel laughed… Ravel don't bully your brother… Then again…. No bad Magnus Riser isn't the enemy anymore.
Mason shrugged. "Personally, they should keep the PDA down but that's just me."
"I think it's cute." My mom spoke up causing me to blush brightly, while my dad just laughed.
Gasper smiled a little nervously. "I think it's nice."
The twins however just shook their heads and ignored my teacher... but they didn't seem to care either way, while Kiba like Mason shrugged but otherwise he didn't say a word.
"Geez Magnus you sure are blessed with amazing women. Oh, and there is also something I need to tell you Akeno." Azazel turned his gaze toward the black-haired girl behind me. "Baraqiel approved, and I also think that's a good idea. Now the only thing left is you."
"So, father has… I understand. Even Gasper is working hard, I can't cause anymore problems for the group." Akeno's face became filled with determination, turning my gaze to my girlfriend she seemed to know what Akeno was talking about… Did I miss something here?
Azazel nodded and finally he sighed. "Now putting that aside I need to talk to all of you about something important." As my mentor spoke his tone became different… almost careful. What is going on? "Tomorrow we may be getting a visitor, and Rias I want your approval for it."
Frowning I looked at my parents who looked like they already knew about this and from the looks of it they approved of it.
"It's my first-time hearing about this." Rias had a small frown on her face as she placed her hands on her hips.
"Yeah, there is something you need to know…" Azazel's face became serious… Oh no I know that look this is going to be something we don't like. "You guys will definitely not like this visitor, in fact it wouldn't be weird if you hated them."
Hate them? Okay that's a something I wasn't expecting to hear… Who could it be… It had to be someone we all know but who could we all hate or dislike enough… Well that list is really long list but if I was to go down the list to people that Azazel would want to have over… Oh no. I know who it is.
"I believe you have it half figured out." Azazel said seeing the look on my face.
Sighing I nodded as everyone else looked at me. "Vali, right? Or someone on his team."
When we all fought Loki, Vali and his team took Fenrir away, and Vali even warned me about Diodora, saved Asia and helped me get Rias from the dimensional gap. Hell, he even sent Le Fay and his golem to help us fight against the Hero Faction back in Kyoto.
"Vali is a terrorist. We've cooperated before, but they are our enemies, but they don't hold as much of a threat as the Hero-faction. Just meeting them will be… dangerous but we will be on alert." Rias was on the same page as me while everyone more or less agreed with her statement.
Azazel scratched his cheek and sighed. "Regarding the Vali-team, I know that you have an unclear relation with them. It's just that… There's something I can't say at the moment. Please wait till tomorrow morning. You will know then, but my wish is that you guys don't attack our visitor. That's all it'll be enough if you guys just listen to their story. If it goes well, this meeting can change many things. Tomorrow morning, I will come back here again."
I have a bad feeling about this….
The next morning when the doorbell rang I was mentally preparing myself for a fight as I opened the door I blinked in confusion the person standing in front of the door is a skinny girl wearing a black gothic-Lolita costume. Staring down at her I raised an eyebrow as she stared up at me. I think a solid minute passed as we stared at one another, until finally the small girl said one sentence.
"It has been awhile, Ddraig."
"You're still not wearing any clothing!" Taking off my jacket I wrapped around the girl's shoulders and zipped the jacket up. I think my shout echoed throughout the entire house as everyone ran forward…. Ophis… The leader of the Khaos Brigade…. Is here in the flesh visiting my house… The most powerful being in his world next to Great Red himself was standing on my door step wearing my jacket…Now I understand Azazel's words but to be honest I don't think I could fight her even if I wanted to… Every faction speaks of how powerful Ophis is… Which meant we could do nothing to Ophis.
Azazel who was by her side stepped in between us. "Hey, hey, hey! I told you yesterday to not attack our visitor. So, no attacking, if you don't act she also won't attack you, plus even if we were to work together we couldn't beat her."
Rias who was at my side was angry. "This is absurd Azazel! That Dragon is the leader of the terrorist group that has been attacking all the factions. She is a bitter enemy who has also caused significant damage to the world of devils! So why did you bring such a being here!? Into this town, which is an important location for the alliance, and especially this house! Doesn't allowing Ophis into this town mean that you deceived those who secure this town!? So why did you do something like this!?"
Rias is right…. Ever since the peace agreement between the Great Powers this town has been important to every faction of that alliance. If this was an official visit Sirzechs, Michael, Odin hell every mythology that was a part of the alliance would be here. Yet they weren't. Which means Azazel was off the reservation… Azazel wanted us to listen to Ophis and her story… and from what I could remember she said she wanted to return to her own and the silence and the only way she could do it was… beating Great Red but out of all the factions of the Khaos Brigade… Only Vali and his team were on that path… Everyone else… Oh no. My eyes went wide. Looking at Azazel the fallen angel nodded at me to confirm what I thought was true… Ophis is a puppet leader… She's being used… But how could anyone control her?
"This is breaking the rules of the alliance Azazel! It's something where the fallen-angel side can't complain even if they were to be blamed by leaders of the devil and angels! Why would you… "Rias stopped yelling for a moment and took in a breath before a thought crossed her mind. "So, you determined that a visit from Ophis has value correct?" That's my girl go Rias go!
"I'm sorry Rias I have deceived many people in order for her to come and visit here. I determined that it was necessary to stop unnecessary blood from being shed… I will apologize to you guys again and will ask you guys again. I'm sorry and I ask you. Can you at least listen to her story?" Azazel bows his head toward us… Okay wow that is a sign of how serious this is. Azazel has a lot of pride, but he isn't trying to appeal to me but to them.
Turning around I spread my arms out. "Guys I know this seems like a lot to take in but trust Azazel… And if you can't then trust me alright? We need to hear this." Everyone looked at one another but nodded as they either lowered their weapons or released their hold on magic.
"Azazel always takes care of us and I do trust you Magnus… Very well I won't attack her." Xenovia said as she folded her arms across her chest.
"... To allow Ophis in while not informing Lord Michael? Personally, I don't know what I should do, but there is no other choice but to believe in Rias, Magnus and Azazel." Irina admitted honestly but she was at least willing to hear what the dragon god had to say.
Asia looked around and nodded her head. "I just have to believe in Magnus and Rias, if they think its alright then I will trust them."
"I agree with Asia." Ravel said who nodded her head.
Akeno smiled showing her support of Rias and me. Gasper, Kiba and Mason were downstairs, and Koneko was asleep up stairs while Rossweisse was already back in Northern Europe, and my sisters were off doing something in their own lab, but I am sure they would all agree with everyone else… Plus from the look my parents gave Azazel last night they agreed to this meeting.
Shaking her head Rias sighed. So, shall we let her in and offer her some tea? Is it only Ophis? What about the Vali-team?" As she finished her sentence a small magical circle appeared at the entrance to my house. The first one was Le Fay, and a very large ash-grey furred dog. As I stared at the wolf I felt a shiver run up my spine… I remember that monster, it's responsible for killing me… Or just about killing me back during the fight with Loki… Seriously things that have killed me and are alive still freak me out. Like Raynare… You know I haven't heard much from those idiots… I wonder what they are planning… As I was thinking about that Ley Fay re-introduced herself.
"How are you doing everyone? It is I, Le Fay Pendragon, it's been a while since Kyoto. Oh, this over here is Fenrir." The magician girl smiled and bowed her head toward us… Okay seriously she is a cute a kid… Well kid? I mean she honestly seemed like she was at least in middle school so while young she isn't a kid.
Smiling I turned my gaze to Fenrir and the wolf stared back at me. Reaching out with my senses I couldn't feel any anger or hostility, which means that the wolf is kind of peaceful… Well that's good at least… And wait why can't I breathe and why is it dark! I felt someone pull me back. Gasping for breath I looked up to see who was attempting to smother me… It was Kuroka… Koneko's sister.
"Long time no see Red Dragon, still a virgin?" She asked teasingly.
Blushing brightly, I had the decency to look indignant. "None of our business." I muttered only for her to lean over and lick me.
"Yep, still a virgin." She teased as she pulled me into a very awkward and sensational hug. Fuming slightly, I looked behind her, but it looked like her and Le Fay were the only ones that were coming. Suddenly I felt something tug at my shirt… Looking down I saw Ophis who was staring up at me.
"I want to talk."
Azazel all stressed this and motioned for us to go in. "Drink tea with her. I deceived and lied to other factions in order to make this happen. If this was found out and it goes into a bad direction, I'll lose my head."
A strange mixture of members are gathered in the VIP room. We the Gremory team came but Koneko was still resting in her room, then there was Irina, Ravel, Azazel, my brother, and Vali-team's Le Fay, Fenrir, Kuroka and Ophis who is the reason for this meeting.
"Here is your tea." Akeno passed some tea to the members of the Vali-team members. Ophis doesn't do much expect stare at me, Le Fay is drinking her tea and Kuroka is snacking, while Fenrir is curled asleep at Le Fay's feet. Looking around I could see that Kiba who was standing behind me was ready to move if he had. Gasper wasn't with us he decided to go check on Koneko and stay with her. Which was grateful for. Looking at Azazel I wasn't exactly how to start this conversation off… Hell no one in our group knew what to do here… The awkwardness was so thick… Must break the tension.
Luckily my guardian angel… Or should I say fallen angel leaned over and whispered to me. "She's interested in you, so just answer her if she asks."
Blinking in confusion I stared at the fallen angel… Ophis is interested in me? What the hell did I do to garner her attention? This is all kinds of confusing…. What if I do something to piss her off… I am very good at doing that to people…
"Relax she won't do something like going on a rampage, she basically has no will towards battle. She won't attack anyone besides Great Red. So, it means you will be having a conversation with her representing each of the factions in the World. Listen okay? Just have a good time and have tea with her, got it?" Azazel reassured me with a smile… Thanks for that teach but… Still why don't you tell me how to start this off.
Sighing I rubbed my face and smiled at the dragon god. "So… Ophis, what's up?" I asked.
Slowly Ophis looked up. "The celling." She said… Does she not… get stuff? Reaching out the leader of the Khaos Brigade sipped at her tea and then placed her cup down. "Ddraig. Do you want to quit being a Heavenly-Dragon?"
"Uhh… I am not sure what your getting at here…" I said in confusion.
"The human who is the host. His sense of growth up until now I think this is very strange. Very different from previous Heavenly-Dragons. Vali is also the same. Strange. Very strange." Ophis continues to explain as she turned her head cutely. "The fight against Cao Cao. The fight against Bael. Ddraig had different evolutions. Armor turned Crimson-colored. It's the first time. First time that I know of." Is she talking about my Ascension forms and the Crimson Emperor? "That's why I want to ask. Ddraig. What will you become?"
Suddenly without warning my gauntlet appeared. "Well…" Smacking my lips I stared at with a grin. "That doesn't happen often, guess Ddraig wishes to share his thoughts on the matter."
"It's certain that he's having an interesting growth, however he wishes to become more then a Heavenly Dragon."
That is true, I have always told Ddraig of what I wanted to do, and he even supported my goals for it. As I was thinking over this Ophis looked at my gauntlet, looks like she is content on ignoring me for the time being.
"Two-heavenly dragons mixed, I, as the "infinite" and Great Red as the "dream" into the chant. Ddraig, why did you think of becoming the king of domination?" Ophis asked curiously.
"It must be the result of seeking strength. Because of that, I was eliminated. I couldn't become strong unless I increased the power of domination. I never thought that my red color would turn to crimson."
"I don't understand 'domination'. Those from Khaos Brigade seek domination. I don't understand. Great-Red isn't domination. I also am not domination."
"There is no way for a being that has always been strong from the beginning would be able to understand the reasons for domination. You who was born from the nothingness of the infinite and Great Red who was born from illusions from dreams must have come from a different dimension. Ophis. You appeared in this world from the dimensional gap. What have you attained from this world since coming here? And why did you think of returning to your homeland?"
"I also want to question you. Ddraig. Why do you try to become a different being? Will you discard domination? What is ahead after that?"
As I was listening to the conversation I couldn't help but notice how the difference in the way they were speaking. Most dragons from what I noticed speak like this, now those who hang around humans or human like beings usually speak like us. However, I have to wonder if they do this for our sake, since dragons have their own way of viewing the world and everything around them.
"…Very interesting indeed. A conversation between a Heavenly Dragon and a Dragon God is something you don't see often." Azazel was listening to their conversation with a glint in his eye, well yeah who wouldn't want to listen to this? This is awesome to be honest. It's not often you hear a conversation like this going on.
"Ddraig, will you become the Dragon Knight? Can you surpass a Heavenly Dragon by protecting? Ddraig, will you become a dragon that represents protection?" Ophis asked which I think shocked both Ddraig and I… How does she know about the tv show? Hell, how does she know about my need to protect people? Either she is all knowing… Or someone just told her.
Ddraig began to laugh loudly. "No Ophis with my partner we plan on ascending past the Heavenly Dragons."
Grinning slightly, I looked at the girl and nodded. "That's right I plan on becoming a Celestial Dragon, Ddraig and I know there is a power above them and we want to become that power."
Ophis seemed to consider this before staring at my sacred gear again and then turning her gaze to me. "I want to look Ddraig. I want to look at this possessor even more."
Blinking I raised an eyebrow and turned my head. She's interested me again huh? Suddenly I felt a hand on my shoulder, looking up I saw Azazel looking down at me.
"So, like that, can you let her stay here for a few days? Just as you see, Ophis wants to look at you. I don't know what reason there is behind this, but it will be fine if it's just looking right?" The fallen angel asked with as he turned to look at Rias. "I've already spoken to Magnus's parents and they think it's fine."
Frowning slightly, I wondered why he was looking at Rias… The deed to this place is my dad and mom's name… Wasn't it? I will need to check on that, but I guess asking my girlfriend whose family rebuilt this entire place would be a good idea.
"I don't mind if Magnus is okay with it, of course we will be on alert and we will have to stop her with full force if anything happens. If you accept that, then I will… Take this request, Azazel." Rias replied after a minute of thought… So, she's leaving it up to me? Well good because I kind of want her to stay here… I am not sure why, but I think Ophis is kind of cute and not in an attraction kind of way but more of… Well not to be rude here but a dog kind of way… Plus, I want to keep her safe from others that would want to use her.
Chuckling I shrugged my shoulders. "It doesn't bother me, she is more than welcome to stay here."
Azazel sighed and slowly placed a hand on my head. "I'm sorry for dragging you into trouble every time Magnus, and adding to whatever stress you have right before your test. Yet if there is a chance that this all goes smoothly then the threats that we all face may lessen."
Looking up at Azazel I shook my head with a smile. Trust me I understand teach and I agree with you. This should be our focus. Hell, if there was a chance we could convince Ophis to disavow the Khaos Brigade and maybe even convince her to help us.
"I'm not in the position to say this but Ophis and Kuroka, these guys have important tests coming up so just don't disturb them." Azazel said lifting his hand up from my head as he crossed his arms.
"Understood."
"I will just relax."
Ophis and Kuroka agreed to Azazel's order, while Ophis I'm sure will follow suit, I have a feeling that Kuroka could end up causing some trouble, but who knows maybe deep down she isn't a bad cat… As I was thinking this over Le Fay came to me pushing a piece of paper in front of me as she was twitching nervously. "U-Umm…the battle you had against Bael the other day…I was deeply moved! Please could you give me your autograph if it isn't too much?"
Oh right, I forgot she was a fan of mine and I never did give her my autograph back in Kyoto. "Sure, thing Le Fay also if want to watch the special release of the show we have our own private screening area in the house, so you can watch it all in HD, hell I can also answer your questions about the show if you want." I said all this as I was signing the piece of paper. Gasping Le Fay stared at me in shock like I had just offered her the cure for cancer or something. Things certainly will be interesting over the next few days.
It was the weekend and you know what I'm doing? Studying… Despite the fact I felt like I had done enough I was still forced to study with everyone… Well I studied everyone else was distracted by the fact that Ophis was sitting right next to me eating some cookies as Noble who luckily shrank down to a small size sat in between us.
It had been a few days since Azazel asked us to watch over Ophis and things have been… Interesting to say the least. Noble finally found a playmate that he didn't want to kill in the form of Fenrir which was strange but alright with me. Kuroka and Le Fay were well behaved… Well more of Le Fay but she seemed like a good kid and with her here she made sure that the nekomata was kept in line. However, despite the fact that I was at ease with Ophis here everyone else still on edge, but I don't blame them I mean if any leader of a terrorist cell was in your home watching you I would be freaked out too.
Then again Ophis isn't the same as them. I tried to explain my thoughts about the dragon god to the others, but they didn't really believe it, but they were at least willing to trust me… That still didn't help with their unease though. As of this moment as we were studying, Kuroka, Le Fay and Fenrir are hanging out in the indoor swimming pool that we had on one of the basement levels of our house. I told both girls they had free run of the house, but it wouldn't be a good idea if they left. After all they were here in secret.
Ley Fay I knew would listen, she had good sense… Kuroka on the other hand? She's a cat… Cats will do whatever the hell they want regardless of what you tell them. Speaking of cats, I looked up from the practice test that Rias gave me to look at Koneko who was studying with us. Despite my plan to help her… It didn't go well. I showed Koneko that she is just as important to me, but I think on some level the silver-haired teen didn't believe me. Which is sad, but I get it… So, until we could figure out how to tell help her, Koneko and I were not hanging out anymore… Which is sad because I enjoyed hanging out with the silver-haired girl… and I will admit this, but I miss her sitting on my lap… It was cute.
Gasper asks looking at his fellow freshman. "Are you alright Koneko?"
"I'm alright Gasspy." Koneko smiles at the half-vampire face still red … You know throughout all of this he has been with Koneko, hell everyone is but Gasper the most, and that's because they are best friends. It kind of sucks this happened right before the midterm stuff started but then again Koneko has great grades. Hell, we all did but there was just one problem… I had to study twice as hard because of my humanity Ravel my dear sweet manager told me that I had score the highest to prove I am worthy of the promotion… Luckily, she was providing me with a lot of extra reference books and resources.
Walking over to me Ravel looked at my test paper with a smile. "This is very good Magnus, your personal experiences with people of legends and myths have helped you here. Though it seems like the Underworld economics and folkloristics will become a slight obstacle for you. There are lots of differences in what a human value and what devils value, so it will be natural for there to be things that are hard to understand regarding economics and folkloristics. Since the fundamental culture is different after all. So, the test will ask questions about that, so even if you don't understand the feelings and thoughts of devils, I think it would be better to answer them by thinking 'the devils would do it like this' instead."
Nodding my head, I crossed my arms. "That's a good way to look at it, thank you Ravel, and another way I should look at is like this… Depending upon the household and territory they live in things will be different. For example, with the Gremory they are known to be laid back and have a deep caring and understanding for others."
As I was thinking over the devil culture and the economics something surprising happened. Asia slowly came over holding up a cup of tea and she was handing it over to Ophis. "Umm… It isn't good to just eat cookies, here you should at least have something to drink."
Ophis took the cup silently and slowly drank from it…. Wow I'm proud of Asia she is one of the few people besides me and my family who have taken an interest in the dragon god. Motioning to Asia I whispered in her ear as she came near me. "Good job Asia, I'm proud of you."
Flushing slightly Asia nodded her head. "I thought over what you told us, and she didn't seem that scary, especially after last night when Irina invited her to play cards."
Blinking in confusion I looked at Irina who gave me the peace sign with a smile on her face. "That's right I asked her to play with me. I got to play cards with the Ultimate Dragon!" That's Irina for you, she is just a sweet girl even when we were kids she would always talk to someone new and spend time with them. Maybe that's why she's Michael's Ace not because of her skill but because of her personality?
"She's quite different from the Uroboros Dragon that is told in the legend." Kiba said after a moment as he was listening to our conversation.
Akeno nodded her head. "She definitely gives off a different impression from the Dragon that represents chaos, infinity and nothingness."
Ain't that the truth, looking at Ophis I am not sure why, but I placed my hand on the top of her head and gently rubbed it. "You okay?" Blinking in confusion the black-haired dragon nodded and gently touched the spot of her head that I rubbed before grabbing my hand and making me place it back.
The night before the promotion I had finished studying at a decent hour… And by finished, I mean it was cut short. My manager decided I should have the rest of the night off to relax since it wouldn't be good to be burnt out on studying… Seriously that girl takes her job seriously… I wonder is she being paid? Hmm… Questions for later. As I was walking around the house I found myself near Koneko's room and her door… It was open and there was voices coming from there. Using my senjutsu I hid my presence and slowly snuck closer to listen in… I don't like eavesdropping but… I thought one of the voices I heard was Kuroka's… Which wasn't good.
"Haha… Shirone I knew with once glance you had gone into mating season. What's the matter you can't control yourself from wanting that man?"
"…This has nothing to do with you Kuroka."
"Now, now. If you want, I can teach you a method of making the Red Dragon fall for you."
…I knew it! Kuroka was up to something… However, you would think as her sister someone who cares about Koneko's well being that Kuroka would try to help ease her sister's suffering or pain… I should probably intervene but at the same time… I am not sure if that would be a good idea.
"Oh, is there is a lecherous Dragon listening to our conversation?" Kuroka's voice called out… Damn it I thought I hid my presence… Wait she has though cat ears she probably heard me… No point in trying to hide. Slowly walking in the room, I looked around. Both sisters were sitting in front of one another, wearing some pjs. Koneko's was wearing a cat pajama set minus the pants and her ears and tail were out. At seeing me her tail began to swing back and forth, and her eyes were intense and focused but from the look on her face she was ready to drop any second.
"Kuroka. What did you tell Koneko?" I asked looking at the black-haired nekomata. "Are you causing trouble?"
"You are wrong, I knew Shirone was in mating season as soon as I saw her, so I came to see how she was doing. It's a natural thing for the elder sister to do this right?" Kuroka winks at me, as Koneko's expression became serious… Looking back at Kuroka I didn't see any trace of concern but instead she looked more interested in what would happen between her sister and me. "This season is very delicate. For example…" Standing up Kuroka pulled at her sister's arm and pushed her into her me.
Catching the small girl, I stared down at her to see if she was okay, but the small girl looked up at me her ears going back. "… Magnus…" She meowed out cutely as her tail wrapped around my right arm as her hand slipped my shirt. No bad Koneko bad touch!
"No matter how much you endure it, you will feel like making babies when you feel the skin of the man you love. Shirone is in a condition where she can only think of making babies with you." As Kuroka was talking the small nekomata was trying to remove my clothing with a sensual expression on her face… No bad Koneko bad! That's a very bad Koneko!
"… Magnus will you not take this pain from me? Am I not able to have sex? I'm…. already prepared…. Even if there are lots of small parts, my body is still that of a woman. That's why…. I want you… I don't want to lose to that bird brain… I don't want you to be taken away… Even if I can't become your manager, I think I can satisfy Senpai's desire like this…."
Frowning I blinked in confusion… She thinks Ravel is going to steal me away? Is it because they are in the same grade… Koneko this isn't like you… Okay I need to stop this and… Wait why is Kuroka stripping off her kimono… Oh no… Not this crap… Not again.
Kuroka let out a small laugh as she licked her lips. "Taking your virginity in front of Shirone… that should be fun." Kuroka then pulled Koneko off of me and replaced herself. Pulling off my shirt the black-haired nekomata pressed her bare breasts against my chest… Oh my… Blushing brightly I fought the urge to look down but suddenly I felt myself now on the ground as Kuroka was sitting on top of me.
"I still can't believe you don't have any experience I thought you were having sex every night with Gremory. Looks like you aren't. It can't be helped if you are keeping it in because of that. Alright then... I will be your first, looks like I will have to teach you everything." No bad Kuroka! Bad! And… Oh my that feels amazing what is she… She's licking me from my stomach all the way to my neck. NO! Damn it Akeno you gave me a weird fetish! "You taste just like I remembered, though I never expected to taste you before Vali's." You memorized how I tasted? Did I taste nice? Wait no that isn't what I should be focused on… I wanted to fight this… but god damn it felt good… Wait no I am with Rias… and the other girls and they would kill me if Kuroka did anything….
"Shirone as your big sister will teach you how nekomata perform have sex. Here. Look at this man and memorize his taste."
Koneko's face became very vacant as she began to listen to what her sister had to stay…. Because she is now licking my neck! No… It feels weird and yet good… Damn it! Please some one save me from this… and surprisingly… Kuroka was my savor as she poked her sister's neck and suddenly Koneko shook and she fell onto me… Did she use senjutsu and pressure points to stop her sister?
"Anyway Shirone, that's enough for you. It seems like you went into mating season because of being influenced by other women, but both you and the baby will die with your current body. If you really want this man's child, then... You should learn how to control your mating season. Hey Red Dragon. I'm a better bargain than her, you know?" Kuroka said trying to seduce me… Kuroka you are very hot… but you are going to have to get in line if you want me.
Suddenly Koneko looked up and moved herself in front of me as if she was protecting me from Kuroka. "No! He is mine… I won't ever give him to you sister." Blinking I stared down at the small nekomata and sighed slightly… I am going to have to give Koneko the 'I'm not a possession' speech… It seems like I have to give it to the girls every once in a while.
Seeing that, Kuroka was astonished but then she began to chuckle.
"...Excuse me. The Black-cat over there." Walking into the room was my manager! Ravel thank goodness, you're here but why weren't you here a moment ago?
"OH? If it isn't the daughter from the House of Phoenix." Kuroka raised an eyebrow as she looked over Ravel.
Ravel stormed up to Kuroka and pointed her finger at her. "Koneko isn't feeling well and even if you're her sister… If you try to do anything to her then I will not forgive you… Also please get away from Magnus!" Ravel stared at the nekomata with an angry look on her face… Aw that's so sweet she's concerned about Koneko's wellbeing… Good Ravel you get a hug later.
Blinking in confusion Kuroka was a little in shock as Ravel yelled at her. "So you are Shirone's friend? Hmmm. Lots of people are appearing one by one, who are always concerned about her." Reaching out Kuroka touches Ravel's little hair drill. "Looks like I made Shirone's friend angry." Kuroka stuck her tongue out and slowly stood to her feet and after putting her kimono back on the black-haired nekomata turned to leave the room but before she did she whispered in my ear. "Shirone is a little unstable right now, so please don't let her push herself."
The sound of her voice it was… gentle and caring… Holy shit Kuroka does have a soft side and despite how she acts she does love her sister. "Shirone is a valuable Nekoshou. If you don't take care of her it will be a disaster for our tribe." With that she leaves the room.
"Koneko are you alright?" Ravel asks her focus now on Koneko.
Smiling I turned my head staring at the blonde. "Ravel what brings you by?"
Flushing slightly Ravel stammers. "W… Well, I am her classmate after all, so I just happened to see how she was doing… Every night. It's Koneko's responsibility to look after me since I'm still new to Japan and I will be in trouble if she doesn't get better! That's it!"
Ravel you don't need to lie to me I know you care about Koneko you two are friends whether you will admit it or not.
"...I'm sorry both of you… Because of me..." Koneko tries to apologize to us but I shook my head with a smile.
"No need, you weren't feeling well that's all." Turning my head I stared at Koneko's face… the redness it was gone… Reaching out I placed my hand against her cheek and her forehead. "Though how do you feel? You look like your feeling better."
At my question Koneko touched her cheek and gently her stomach. "Back to normal." She said giving me a small smile.
"...What happened?" Ravel asked not really understanding what was going on… But that's alright. As I stood to my feet with help from Ravel I turned around and stared out the door with a smile. Kuroka was still out there… You think that you can fool everyone with that attitude of yours, but you love your sister and would do anything to help. Though now that I had a moment I looked at Koneko and placed a hand on her shoulder.
"Hey, do you remember what I told you a few days ago?" I asked but when she shook her head I smiled. "You are important to me Koneko and I mean that." Ravel who was watching flushed slightly and gently stomped her foot. Turning to face her I grinned. "You are too don't worry." Laughing I shook my head… Now that Koneko was back to normal more or less I can relax and mentally focus on the test.
The following morning we all were gathered in the magical transport circle in the basement of my house. Everyone was dressed in their school uniform expect for me… I wore the outfit I had on during my fight with Sairaorg. The reason being my friend's uniform and my outfit was considered the official outfit for our group. We were all carrying our school bags, which was filled with what we would need for the test. Now the ones going to the testing area was Kiba, Akeno, Ravel because she was my manager, Rias, Azazel and myself. All the other members of our group were going to a hotel that was located next to the testing area. My parents decided to stay behind while they were encouraging they had some things to do here at the house.
I thought that we would be transported to Gremory territory first and then go to the stadium using a car or through a similar method. That wasn't the case, it was better to go straight there because of how popular we all were… especially Rias and I. Ever since my confession in front of the entire audience during our last rating game… Rias and I have been appearing in newspapers and magazines and other things. Rias is a princess of Gremory, and she's also the sister of the devil king, and her boyfriend is me… The Dragon Knight.
"Rias who is a pure-devil, a princess, and the little sister of the devil king. You are the Red Dragon Emperor and the Dragon Knight, plus with your unique status, it's no wonder they are interested in you guys. Your romance is beyond the social norms and it has been a topic of serious gossip among the ladies of high society." Azazel with a hand on his hip.
"It's pretty serious, the media is even asking my brother for interviews." Ravel said looking up at me…. Well that is understandable Riser is Rias's ex-fiancé and the story was only spread among the nobles of the underworld. However now because of the tv show and everything else… Yeah it was better that we just go straight to the stadium.
Looking around the room I frowned slightly. "Hey where's Gasper? Or Mason or Megan and Morgan?" I asked… I thought they would be here at least.
"They transported out of here long before us to go to Grigori's research institute that is located in the Underworld." Azazel answered while crossing his arms. "Right after the match against Sairaorg, the little vampire came to me asking how he could become stronger. Your siblings went with him for support."
Nodding I sighed slightly looking down. I knew Gasper could become stronger and since my family unofficially adopted Gasper as one of our own it is understandable they would go with him. However as I was thinking about them a new thought appeared. "What are Ophis, Kuroka and Le Fay doing going to do?"
"They are going to the hotel with us. It will be bad if they follow you to the stadium." Azazel crossed his arms across his chest. "After your tests are finished, I'm planning to take Ophis to Sirzechs. This is a good opportunity. Ophis also said she will go as long as you are going as well."
I had to grin at my teacher, he was planning head like always. "You want to show Sirzechs what is going on with her."
Azazel looked at me with a grin. "They may call you an idiot but your right. Negotiation was said to have been impossible may be possible now. It would be a big step forward. I don't know what Ophis is thinking, but because of that, it may be possible to avoid a continued fight. If everything goes well, the enemy organization itself may collapse and split up. If that happens it will become possible to crush them one by one. If they lose the power of Ophis's snakes, defeating them will occur earlier than we had thought, I really need to thank Vali he is the one who suggested this."
"Me too, though he wants to fight strong people… So he must have another reason for sending Ophis to us."
Azazel narrows his eyes and nods. "… He must have wanted to hide Ophis, from a threat of some kind."
A threat? Is it possible to threaten Ophis? You know now that I think about it… I remember Cao Cao back in Kyoto mention something about a dragon eater… Could that be it? However before we were going to leave for the test Rias called for us to stop.
"Wait." My girlfriend called out as she ran up and kissed me on the cheek. "It's a charm, I know you'll pass."
Touching my cheek I smiled. "Thanks and when I do, let's go out just the two of us… I heard there was a play in town we can go see that."
Smiling happily the red-head nodded. "It's a date then. I will be waiting."
"Yes. Let's go on a date. It's a promise. I will be waiting."
"…Geez. Getting all lovely-dovely in front of everyone… Must be nice to be young." Azazel sighs and shakes his head. With that being said we all said our goodbyes and vanished in a flash of light.
When the light stopped disappeared I took a moment to look around, we were in a spacious room filled with some people wearing some uniforms, walking up to us a staff member smiled. "Welcome. You are the servants of Lady Rias Gremory correct? I heard you were coming Please show me something to identity yourselves."
Reaching into our bags we pulled out our papers and sigils that had the Gremory symbol on it. After taking a moment to look it over the staff members confirmed who we were and were led through a long hallway with walls that looked like they were made form pure black rock.
"This promotion test center ss located in the territory of Glasya-Labolas." Kiba said rather quietly. So this is… Oh right this is the bald devil king's home terf, it's also home to that guy who got his but handed to him by Sairaorg back at the party back during the summer.
"It seems like they built the mid-class promotion test center here because of Falbium Asmodeus." Akeno said rather helpfully, well I already figured that but thank you Akeno I appreciate it. "It seems like there is also a test center in the Astaroth territory."
Kiba nodded. "There are various testing centers throughout the underworld but the one held in high regard was the one in Astaroth territory. Given that there are plenty of noble schools and high-ranking devils there. Rias had trouble choosing between them but in the end, she ended up going with this one."
"That would make sense." I muttered looking around to make sure the staff member ahead of us couldn't hear us. "Because of what happened with Dora." I muttered under my breath. Ever since what happened with Diodora the Astaroth family suffered greatly and lost much of their authority and power. Shaking my head I looked ahead and saw that we were now in a reception area. There was a few windows and some of the test takers who were either talking with some of the staff or with one another.
"At the reception area over there, please take the compulsory documents along with the admission ticket for the test. After you are done with that, please go to the floor upstairs where the written test will be held. The first part of the test will be the written section and the second part will be practical. Please hand your report to the examiners who are standing in front of the room for the written section of the test."
So I have to hand my report to the person in front of the test room? I wrote my report on the theme Grayfia mentioned though from what I was told I didn't really need to do the report, but I did it anyway. Because I knew that if I didn't take this seriously most people would just consider me either a joke or just think that I was promoted for political reasons. I wanted to prove that I earned this… Weird how I was freaking out about this whole thing when I first heard about it.
"If that will be all I have other matters to attend to. I hope you do well." The staff member then left.
"I will go and bring the documents you must fill out." Ravel bowed her head and headed off… Wow thank you Ravel you get another hug later.
"…. Looks like there aren't that many people taking the test." I said looking around with a small frown.
"Yeah, because of the current system in place, there aren't that many devils who can take the promotion test. The promotion test center for high-class devils might even have less people in it." Kiba said as he crossed his arms across his chest. "Magnus, there's one thing I want to tell you before the test." Kiba said with a serious expression on his face.
Blinking in confusion I raised an eyebrow. "What's up best buddy?"
"I'm glad that I met you."
Smiling slightly I held up my fist to him. "Same here man."
Kiba laughed and shook his head pounding my fist. "If it weren't you I don't think I would have gotten this far."
"I doubt it dude, you are more then strong enough I am sure you would have gotten here sooner or later." I said crossing my arms.
"No. I'm here because I witnessed how you live your life, how you fight. You showed me things that I didn't have. I wouldn't have been here if I didn't know about it." Kiba said… and wow I am really touched… I can't believe that I was that much of an influence on him.
Grinning I shook my head. "Let's do our best to pass our test man."
"Of course and if we've come this far, then let's aim to become ultimate-devils. I've also got a dream now. To become the Ultimate Knight. I want to become an existence that can stand side by side with you." Kiba holds his hand out for a handshake.
Laughing I took his hand. "I am not sure if I will live that long but let's do it."
Akeno then placed her hand on mine and Kiba's. "Such a passionate friendship, let's pass our test together."
We all smiled at one another and nodded our heads, we were going to pass this test.
"Everyone! I have brought the documents! Let's fill them out over there!" Ravel called out getting our attention.
Heading over to fill out our documents I stopped for a moment and frowned. "Was that Nic?"
