Chapter 29
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"How will we win, that Dragon doesn't even look winded?" Issei asked while trying to catch his breath.
All hope seemed lost Azazel and Sirzechs appeared between them and the Dragon.
"I think that is enough for now Tannin," Sirzechs said with a smile while looking at the Dragon.
"They show promise, they have good teamwork and impressive power. I even had to try a bit there," the Dragon named Tannin said.
"They are already exceeding our expectations Sirzechs," Azazel commented after he heard Tannin's praise.
"Wait, this was some sort of a test?" Rias asked bewildered.
"Yes, you see one of the things you will be doing during this vacation is training, and here in the Underworld there are a lot of strong opponents to test yourselves against," Azazel replied.
"But why didn't you say something?" Rias asked.
"That was so that you all fight with your all, as if your lives depended on it," Sirzechs replied.
"So is that why Natsu got off at the Sitri's?" Akeno asked, realising that he knew somehow.
"I believe that is the reason. I told Grayfia about this and that Natsu shouldn't be here to bail you out. Although I don't know if my request was the only reason," Sirzechs answered her.
"I am sorry to interrupt, but the wind and lightning magic users, what are your names?" Tannin asked.
"My name is Akeno, I used the lightning magic and this here is Wendy, she used the wind magic. Why do you ask?" Akeno answered and pointed at herself and Wendy before asking her question.
"Akeno and Wendy, I just want to know where you learned your magic. I felt that it had a property to it that causes extra damage to Dragons, who are usually quite sturdy against all forms of magic," Tannin asked the two girls.
"Natsu and Eossinth taught me the magic I use," Wendy answered in a shy tone.
"I don't think where I learned my magic is the reason for the affects you felt, rather I would say it is because I am one of Natsu's mates," Akeno smiled brightly.
"By Natsu you don't mean the True Dragon King Natsu Dragneel?" Tannin asked shocked, he was unaware that these people were affiliated with the True Dragon King, one of them even being one of his mates.
"The one and only," Akeno smiled in reply.
"I hope to see my king sometime during your visit here," Tannin said.
"I will be sure to mention it to him when I see him," Akeno replied.
-With Natsu and Grayfia-
Natsu and Grayfia got of the Gremory Train after Sona and her peerage.
"So what are we going to do now?" Grayfia asked Natsu as the train pulled away.
Natsu couldn't answer Grayfia's question because an excited yell filled the air.
"So-tan hello, and is that Natsu with you? Natsu," a female voice yelled from the direction of the mansion. Natsu, Grayfia, Sona and her peerage silently waited as Serafall ran up to them. She jumped the last way straight at Natsu.
Natsu was unprepared for the sudden leap and fell backwards with Serafall on top of him.
"Next time a bit of a waning would be appreciated," Natsu said as he sat up and rubbed the back of his head.
Serafall giggled from her spot on his lap before getting pulled off by an angry Grayfia.
"Sorry, just thought it would be fun to see how you reacted," Serafall replied before looking at Grayfia.
"Why do you look angry, I swear I didn't do anything bad," Serafall shrieked as a cold sweat ran down her back. Everyone in the Underworld was aware and afraid of Grayfia's fury.
"Don't go jumping on my mate without a reason or warning again," Grayfia said in a soft but threatening voice. Natsu let out an amused huff while Serafall quickly moved away from Grayfia.
"I think she got the message," Natsu said with a hint of laughter in his voice.
"The group made their way into the mansion where there was a welcoming party for Sona and her peerage, with lots of food and drinks. Natsu and Grayfia gratefully accepted the invitation the got from Serafall to join them.
Once everyone had something to eat and drink they started talking to one another. Serafall made her way over to Natsu and Grayfia after she spent some time with her sister.
"So Natsu what are you planning on doing while you are here?" Serafall asked the pink-haired man.
"Well the only things I have planned are three dates with Xenovia, Akeno and Grayfia," Natsu said and smiled in Grayfia's direction which she quickly returned.
"Oh that sounds like so much fun, what do I have to do to get in on this?" Serafall asked excitedly.
"If what hear from Sirzechs is correct you still have quite a few things to sort out with regards to the upcoming meeting with the Norse, seeing as you are in charge of Foreign Affairs," Grayfia commented in a stern tone.
"But that is so boring," Serafall whined. She would much rather spend her time having fun with Natsu than stuck behind a mountain of paperwork.
"I have an idea, how about after Grayfia approves the work you still need to complete, then we can go on a date?" Natsu proposed. This immediately gave Serafall a twinkle in her eye and a bright smile on her face.
"Really, you mean that?" Serafall happily replied and went to grab Natsu's arm. Grayfia quickly stepped in the way and blocked Serafall off by embracing Natsu.
"Only after you have done your work," Grayfia said in a tone a mother would talk to her disobedient children.
"Fine," Serafall huffed before rushing off to do her work as quickly as possible.
"Remember, Grayfia is the one who must approve of the quality first," Natsu called after her.
Natsu and Grayfia found themselves sitting next to one another on a couch after everyone went to their separate rooms.
"So, mind helping me with some ideas for the dates?" Natsu asked Grayfia.
For the next hour the two of them talked about possible locations and activities at said locations. They also thought about who would like what the best. Natsu decided to think about a date for Grayfia on his own though since he wanted it to be a surprise for her.
"I think that covers the two dates. Thank you so much Fia," Natsu said as they finished up with their planning as he gave her a loving kiss on the lips.
Moments after they separated a servant of the Sitri House came into the room.
"Sir Natsu and Lady Grayfia, we just received word from Sir Sirzechs that they will be heading to the Gremory mansion now," the servant said before bowing and retreating from the room.
"Well then, I guess it's time to go and meet up with the rest of the ORC group," Natsu said as he stood up and held his hand out for Grayfia which she accepted happily.
"I will get started on a teleportation circle," Grayfia said and prepared to cast the teleportation spell.
"Hold on, I have a better idea that will give us a little more time alone. Plus it will make for a great entrance," Natsu grinned like an excited child.
Grayfia just let out a giggle at the happy expression Natsu had.
-With the ORC-
The ORC group was standing in front of a massive mansion.
"Well lets go in," Sirzechs said as he pushed the doors open revealing a long row of servants in butler and maid uniforms, who were all bowing.
"Greetings and welcome to the Gremory estate, we hope you will enjoy your stay," all the servants said in unison.
At the far end of the long front hall, stood Lord and Lady Gremory with welcoming smiles on their faces.
"Hello mother, Father," Sirzechs greeted his parents with a smile quickly followed by multiple greetings of "Hello Lord and Lady Gremory".
"Oh please, just call us Venelana and Zeoticus, no need for the formalities while you are our guests," Venelana said in a cheerful voice.
"Now let us go to the dining hall, we have a nice meal prepared for everyone," Zeoticus said as he made his way over the dining hall quickly followed by his wife.
The group made their way over to the feast that was laid out for them. There were pleasant conversations going around while they ate until Venelana asked a question no one truly had an answer for.
"So where are Grayfia and that Natsu guy you mentioned?" Venelana asked the ORC group.
"We dropped them off at the Sitri mansion, Sirzechs and Azazel had the fun idea to have Tannin attack us as a test and they didn't want Natsu to intervene. As to where they are I have no idea," Rias replied.
"I doubt there is anything to worry about with Grayfia there to keep him in line, she has a reputation to be quite strict. Did you tell her what our plans here were, usually she would be the first one to be here?" Zeoticus asked.
"You would be surprised how much more relaxed Grayfia is with Natsu around," Akeno commented.
'I just cannot see her in any form of a relaxed image, ever since she came to our home she was always stoic and strict," Venelana said with a fond smile, remembering their ex-maid and how diligent she was.
"I am curious as to who this Natsu guy is when he is not angered, since the last time we saw him was at the failed wedding. He left quite the imposing impression," Zeoticus commented, thinking back at the powerful being that crashed the wedding party.
"He is a very kind and fun person to be around," Wendy said with a smile, remembering the time he trained her.
"And he is a great cook," Koneko chipped in with a dreamy look in her eyes as she thought of all the treats he would make.
"And he has quite the mischievous streak in him. He gave Azazel and Michael quite scare during the last meeting," Akeno giggled.
"I wasn't scared, only Michael and I were prepared to fight a powerful demon, while the rest of you didn't even lift a finger," Azazel huffed.
"The how about I tell him you think you can take him on?" Akeno grinned.
"Now that is a fight I would like to see," Kiba said with interest.
"Just how powerful is the guy?" Zeoticus asked, thinking about the strength that Azazel possessed.
"He once said it would take all four Satans to provide him a challenge," Wendy recounted.
Venelana and Zeoticus was stunned silent for a moment before finding their voices.
"You can't be serious, he is more powerful than all four Satans?" Zeoticus asked.
"Well the four of us never had a battle with him but from what I have seen personally I can't say for sure whether we can beat him," Sirzechs replied.
This comment was followed by a long silence where everyone seemed to mull over the idea Sirzechs unintentionally implanted in their minds.
"I would like to see that," Xenovia finally broke the silence.
"I have to agree, seeing my Natsu smacking you around would be quite amusing," Akeno giggled while gaining a disgruntled huff from Sirzechs.
"It might be a good idea for you young ones to spectate it and see if you can learn something from the match," Azazel made his thoughts known.
"If we are going to do this I would rather just have it that all of us only use an average amount of power and not go all out," Sirzechs said, thinking of the possible destruction that could occur if all four Satans went all out against the True Dragon King.
"Don't tell me you are scared," Akeno teased with a mischievous grin.
"No, this is more practical, this way we will also have to apply strategy that you can try and study. Another reason is I don't want the entire Underworld being destroyed by our little bout," Sirzechs explained.
"If Natsu agrees to this, when will it be occurring?" Rias asked.
"I doubt Natsu would pass up on an opportunity to fight all four Satans," Wendy giggled.
"Remember when we were fighting those mages who captured Koneko and Gasper, that look Natsu had in his eyes when he complained about not finding strong opponents, I think he would jump at this opportunity," Issei reminded Rias about the events a few days ago.
"That is true, anyway back to my question on when this show match will occur," Rias asked again.
"I will have to talk with the other Satans but I think it might be interesting to have it as some entertainment during the Young Devil Gathering Party," Sirzechs suggested.
The doors suddenly swung open revealing a winged demon with a silver-haired maiden in his arms.
"Hey guys, we made it," Natsu's demonic face grinned as he put Grayfia down.
Venelana and Zeoticus had to pick their jaw up from the ground at seeing the soft smile on Grayfia's face as she planted a loving kiss on Natsu's lips before turning to the group and greeting them.
"Hello, I hope the surprise Sirzechs and Azazel had for you didn't have any problems," Grayfia said.
"Wait, why did you carry her in?" Akeno asked Natsu with a little bit of jealousy in her voice.
"And why are you in your demon form?" Kiba asked.
"And when are you going to make some snacks?" a certain white-haired devil asked with a bit of drool escaping her mouth.
"To answer your questions, I carried Grayfia here from the Sitri territory, I can fly quite fast in my demon form and it doesn't demand as much attention as my Dragon form, and when someone points me to the kitchen," Natsu answered the questions that the devils had for him with a smile.
"When we go on a date I want a ride as well," Akeno pouted.
"I was asked first so I will have the first date with Natsu," Xenovia said, thinking about how it would feel to fly around with Natsu.
The group all laughed at the mini catfight between Akeno and Xenovia.
Grayfia walked up to them and encased both of them in ice up to their necks as she glared at them.
"There will be no fighting," Grayfia said in a stern voice.
"Besides I am the alpha so I will have the best date, doesn't matter when I get mine," Grayfia whispered to the two other mates of Natsu.
So there is Chapter 29. Sorry for the late update, I was away for the weekend and there was very weak signal if any so uploading was not possible. So yeah next chapter will have Xenovia's date and then I will see what will also be there, Akeno's date or the Young Devil Gathering Party. Anyway hope you enjoyed, leave a review and see ya next time.