Chapter 1.
She ran as fast as her legs could carry her.
Angry shouts could be heard from behind.
"Filthy half-breed you can't outrun us forever!"
The girl scoped a sizeable rock into her hand and she chuckled it over her shoulder, hearing a yell of pain follow afterwards.
Wanting to do more harm, she tried to pick up another rock. But in the process of doing so, the young black-haired girl stumbled and went crashing to the ground. Trying to scramble to her to feet run again she was roughed pinned to the stone floor. She could hear the snickering and crude words ring in her ears.
This unfortunate girl was Akeno Himejima, daughter of the late Shuri Himejima and Fallen Angel Baraqiel... and cast out by her own clan who was currently preventing her from escaping.
Why were they doing this? Some would ask. For what reason would they wish to see the death of a little girl? Because what she was - the only child to a Fallen Angel, to Baraqiel of all people! When this got out the clan elders were disgusted with Shuri Himejima Akeno's mother, for saving and above all, marrying the crow!
She knew they hated her but this… this was madness! Kicking her out of the clan was bad. But now they had gone too far! Her mother would be disgusted with them for such a hideous act! Where was her father, she didn't know or care. It was his fault for her mother's death! His fault for being in the position she was in now! Alone and running for her life from relatives who wanted her dead!
Akeno felt herself being force to her knees. She glared at the man who stepped forward, her despicable great uncle, Suou Himejima.
"At last we can clean our clan of this filth," he said proudly, drawing a knife from his robe. "You'll be joining your mother in hell brat!" Grabbed her by the throat, he prepared to plug the knife into the girl's heart when-
"Stop!"
Hearing these words, he stopped his action. He looked back to see his fellow clansman frozen in fear, sweat formed on the brows of some. Everyone, especially Akeno, knew that voice. They all knew who shouted those words, who had intervened into their plan.
"Let me through!" the voice demanded.
Akeno saw the crowd part, allowing her to see a man she had never expected to see again, causing her eyes to fill with hope.
"Oji-sama!"
Yes, the man who stood before them was another of Akeno's relatives - Iwamatsu Hayashi - Shuri's older brother, Akeno's uncle... and clan head of the Hayashi. He wore the same attire as the Himejima's, but on his side was a Katana, readying to be drawn if battle happened.
Iwamatsu was the elder brother to Shuri and loved her deeply. While his uncle Suou became clan head to the Himejima's Iwamatsu left the clan and two months later became the head of the Hayashi clan. He always told Shuri if she had a daughter he'd spoil her, and he did so every time he came to visit her.
He also respected Baraqiel but wished he had been there more for his daughter. She was his flesh and blood and needed his love. One night he formed a blood pack with Baraqiel saying, should anything happen to him or Shuri he'd take Akeno in and raise her, which the Fallen Angel agreed to, knowing his duties to Grigori kept him away most of the time. Now was the moment to make that pact come true.
His brown eyes flickered to each of the Himejima's before falling on Suou who glare at his gaze. "You have gone too far. You murdered my sister just because she married a Fallen Angel, and now you're out to kill her daughter. You have no right to be a Himejima, let alone a clan head. You have brought great dishonor to our family! Release Akeno at once," the forty-year-old man ordered calmly, waiting for his shameful uncle to do so.
A week ago, Baraqiel came to him with information about his sister's death. Iwamatsu was devastated but became angry when hearing her killers were of her own clan. And at Baraqiel for not taking Akeno to him. Iwamatsu made haste to the Himejima. But was too late to get Akeno and told the clan exiled her and was now hunting her down. Hearing this horrible news, the Hayashi clan head began his search for his niece.
And now at last he had discovered her being chased by the Himejima's.
Seeing Suou not comply, anger flashed across the younger clan leaders face, his hand falling to the hilt of his Katana. "I promise you, if you hurt my sister's daughter, not one of you will leave this place alive. I am warning you just one more time. Let! Her! go!"
Suou watched his clansman stepped back in fright. None daring to challenge Iwamatsu. Suou knew he was no match for his nephew. Like his sister, Iwamatsu was a prodigy in Shinto magic and could kill them all. At last he released Akeno who rushed to her uncle´s side clutching to him tightly. "So, you've come to save her."
"That's correct. I care not what Akeno-chan is. She, like Baraqiel, is family. And family comes before honor." Iwamatsu said as he picked up Akeno. "Now if you'll excuses me I have a niece to take care of. As for you, Suou, you may be family, but I will not allow you to come near my niece or clan. So if I hear that you or anyone from Himejima try to harm my niece, your actions will not go unpunished." With his threat given, Iwamatsu turned away refusing to look back.
Akeno buried her face into her uncle's neck. Her mother's death and clan's hatred had clouded her thoughts so much she forgot about Iwamatsu-sama. Forgotten about her other family and the love they would give her. Tears filled her eyes as happy thoughts filled her. She would have a home to live in and a family to love her.
"Shhh, no need to cry Akeno-chan, you're safe now," Iwamatsu soothed rubbing her back gently, silently praying to the Shinto God's that he saved his niece from death - or maybe a fate worse than that, servitude to a Devil.
Yes, he knew Devils were around. He sensed them approaching quickly and knew had he not arrived before them, they'd have taken his niece to the underworld and turned into a Devil because of her power. He didn't hate all Devils but had a strong dislike for the atrocities they committed. Such as the extinction of the Nekomata and greed for power. He knew if they learned of Akeno's abilities they would try to obtain her. Something he would never let happen, even if she had Baraqiel's Holy Lightning.
Speaking of Baraqiel. That Fallen Angel of a father should have taken her along or brought her to the Hayashi's, not leave her in the care of the Himejima's. He knew the clan hated them, him and Akeno for their Fallen Angel powers. There was no point in worrying about it now. His niece was safe, and it was now up to him and his clan to raise her right and teach her how to be a proper Shinto.
"Who's that?"
"She's pretty."
"She's hot!"
"Is she new here?"
Those were some of the words heard by the young woman who was dressed in a long sleeve and pants walked toward the building that lay ahead, her ponytail swishing this way and that as with each step she took.
'Ara. Ara. I've just arrived and already I'm the center of attention Ufufuf,' she thought smiling brightly while observing the western style building. Guess this town wanted to be more like Europe than its native homeland.
Entering the school, she made her way toward the office of Ms. Megumi, principal of the academy. Lightly tapping her wrist on the door, she waited patiently till she was allowed to enter.
"Ah, you must be the new student! Welcome to Kuoh Academy, Akeno-chan!" Megumi welcomed her cheerful.
That was right, the young woman standing before the school principal was Akeno Himejima Hayashi.
After being taken in by her uncle and his clan, Akeno's life had changed for the better. When first joining the Hayashi clan, many were at first reluctant to accept her. But in the end, they welcomed Akeno with open arms. She was tutored in the ways of combat and how to act like a proper lady. Like her mother, Akeno was quick to learn these and was gifted in the art of magic. She could purify spirits, create barriers, and use elemental spells. Lighting being the primary element of her attacks, which earned her the title Priestess of Thunder.
As years passed Akeno blossomed into a very beautiful woman, Iwamatsu saying she was the spitting image of Shuri. Long black hair, tied into a ponytail with smooth white skin and a smile that melted any man's heart. The only traits she inherited from her father were his eyes, which where violet and his Fallen Angel blood. While she hated that side of her, Akeno did have to give it credit for giving her such a mature body. She had curves in all the right places and a huge chest, possible the biggest anyone had ever seen on a girl her age.
Now at the age of seventeen, she decided to transfer to Kuoh to finish her senior year of high school.
Her uncle was reluctant but allowed her to go, saying she would stay in contact with him if anything happened. So far nothing had since arriving, expect for the many stares from the people.
"It's a pleasure to be here," replied Akeno with a formal bow. "My uncle e-mailed you the papers for my transfer here, yes?"
"He did. I received them before you arrived. He said you excelled in all your classes and wished to finish senior year at Kuoh. Excellent choice in attending here. Kuoh Academy is one of the finest schools in Japan. Thought I should warn you we have had some… issues with three of our students recently."
Akeno quirked a brow at the way the principle said that. "Oh, why's that?"
Megumi sighed before removing her glasses, an expression of annoyance and stress showing. "Three boys have been causing problems with the school. Issei Hyoudou and his two friends whose names I always forget. They have been seen many times spying on the girls in the locker rooms of our clubs, mainly the kendo club. And I keep tell those girls to report their problems to me, not beat them up. I swear those perverts along with the kendo club are gonna be expelled for their behavior…"
"Ara. Ara, I better stay as far away from them as I can." Akeno giggled. She wasn't surprised to hear perverts were part of this school as well. Perverts infested the world, and many were hormonal teenagers looking for sex, like this Issei Hyoudou. She was always told by her uncle to stay away from them. They were trouble for anyone unless said woman was looking for sex.
Before either could continue the conversation, there came a knock at the door and in walked a very beautiful girl, which Akeno recognized at once. Long crimson red hair flowing down like a river of blood, beautiful green eyes…this was Rias Gremory, sister to Sirzechs, next heir to the house of Gremory... and a Devil!
This surprised the Shinto priestess greatly, what was she doing here!? Her uncle didn't tell her this was Devil territory nor that it belonged to the Gremory's! If they knew who she was, Akeno decided she would show them that she meant no harm. She only wanted to finish school in this small town.
"Ah, Miss Gremory, glad to see you again! Please let me introduce Akeno Hayashi. Akeno, this is Rias Gremory, the students here call her the 'Great Lady' and I couldn't agree more with them. She's very kind and probably the best student here."
Rias laughed at the praises she received. Yes, she was smart. But not as smart as her best friend, Sona Sitri. She was the smartest student, and Devil, in this territory. Turning to the black-haired girl she showed a kind smile and extended a hand. "Pleased to meet you Akeno. Welcome to Kuoh Academy. How are you liking it?"
Akeno took the redhead's hand shaking it firmly with a smile of her own. "Aside the many stares and compliments, I like it."
"That's good to hear." Rias smiled before addressing the principal. "Megumi-sama, allow me to give Akeno-san a tour of the campus."
Agreeing to the suggestion, the two girls began their walk around the school, many of the students stopping and staring at the two girls.
"Hey, she's with Rias-sama!"
"They look so cute together!"
"Rias-sama, we love you!"
They started the tour with passing through the hallways on each level, through the auditorium, out onto the courtyard, through the tennis court, and past the swimming pool, all while Rias explained each area and the history of the school.
"That over there is the old school building. It was renovated for the president of the Occult Research Club, who so happens to be me," Rias said, pointing at the building.
"Ara. Ara. It must be spooky searching for ghosts and other strange things," Akeno commented with a laugh. So, the Devils were using the Occult Research Club as a disguise for their true reasons here, to maintain control over Kuoh. Which prompted her to ask a very important question. "Is anyone else in it?"
"Yes, and maybe someday you'll meet them," Rias replied with a smile while motioning for the black-haired girl to follow.
Akeno frowned, that wasn't the answer she wanted, but this was just the first day to school and Iwamatsu said patience was the key to gaining information.
She followed the redhead Devil into the gymnasium, looking around the massive room until she began to hear something off in the distance. It sounded like grunting and something being swung which prompted her to see what was going on.
Standing in the center of the building, was a boy the same age at her wearing the kendo club uniform swinging a shinai. His brown hair was tied in a ponytail that reached to his mid back, with his bangs framing his face, and a few strands falling just above his eyes. His eyes, she noticed, were silver. "Oh my, is he blind?"
"No that's his normal eye color," Rias reassured. "That's Asumoto, he's a fellow senior student and they say he's of samurai descent. Which is why he's part of the Kendo club."
Akeno kept her gaze on Asumoto, thinking over Rias words on what she learned of him. `His ancestors were samurai huh, wonder if any of them were famous heroes of the past, like Hajime Saito or Saigo Takamori.´
The sword users ceased training when sensing he wasn't alone. Lowering the weapon, he turned around and frowned. This surprised Akeno. Why was he giving her - correction Rias - such a nasty look? Wishing to know more about the brunette, she strolled over to him. "Hi there. Sorry if we interrupted your training. I'm new to this school and was being given a tour by Rias. My name's Akeno Hayashi." She bowed politely.
The silver eyed boy looked her up and down, before returning the bow with a small smile. "Pleasure to meet you, Hayashi-sama. You can call me Asumoto."
"No need for such formality, Asumoto-san. I'm hoping we can become friends." This, she saw, made his smile widening, showing a few teeth in the processes. Glancing over her shoulder she saw Rias waiting patiently for her to continue the tour. "Well, I'll let you get back to your training. Hope to see you tomorrow - bye Asumoto!" With a smile and wave she departed unaware of the glare Asumoto was giving Rias.
They continued the tour till they returned to the front of school.
"Well, Akeno-san, that's all of Kuoh Academy. I'll be looking forward to seeing you tomorrow. If you ever wanna drop by the occult research club, we are always active afterschool. Come visit anytime," Rias said cheerfully.
"I'll do so, Rias-san. It was an honor to meet you. Thank you for the wonderful tour." She bowed low to the Devil before departing.
Once the redhead was out of sight she began processing what she learned today; she had moved into Gremory territory with Rias living here.
They were using the Occult Research Club as a base of operations here. And there was a descendent to samurais attending this school, this Asumoto.
She would have to inform her uncle of this information about Rias. He'll know what to do, he always did.
Akeno smiled as she drew nearer to the shrine she would be living in.
She had discovered the place during her second visit to town.
It was this and the peaceful atmosphere that made her fall in love with this cute little town to move and live in it. But with the truth that Devils lived here, it made her have second thoughts.
No, there was no reason to have doubts. All she had to do leave them to their own business. Still, that didn't mean she could try being friends with them.
She was told stories by her uncle about the wicked deeds they did. But that didn´t mean that the old man hated them all.
So - like Iwamatsu, she would not judge Rias for the actions of her race but try to be friends with the redhead.
Arriving at the steps of the shrine, she bowed before ascending up to where her new home was. Her smile grew wider when she saw the shrine, it was beautiful, as if it had just been built. Of course, this was thanks to the Hayashi clan's wealth. She opened the door and-...
"Surprise!"
Standing in the middle of the living room was an elderly man with short grey hair and a wide smile on his face.
"Uncle!" Akeno exclaimed, embracing the man in a tight hug. "What are you doing here!? You weren't meant to arrive till next month?" Thought surprised Akeno was nevertheless happy to see him.
"I was, but I missed my little Akeno so very much!" the old man replied ruffling the girl's hair playfully who giggled. "How was Kuoh, Akeno-chan?"
"It was quite the adventure. I can't wait to start attending there."
"That's good to hear," Iwamatsu replied, his smile never wavering as he hugged Akeno again. "I've made your favorite in celebration to your new home." The excited cheer from Akeno made him laugh, she could still be so cute sometimes."
After dinner the uncle and niece spent their time playing her uncles favorite game, shogi. Akeno had been winning two games so far.
"Uncle Iwamatsu," Akeno said, deciding now to inform him of the Devils. "I have news. However, I'm not sure if it is good or bad." This made the clan head look at her with worry. "You didn't tell me Devils lived in Kuoh. Or that it was specifically Rias Gremory."
Iwamatsu stared at his niece. "Rias Gremory is here in Kuoh Town?" he asked the violet eyed ravenette who nodded causing a deep frown to form. "I was unaware this town was under the control of the Gremory's. However, I'm sure if we keep our nose out their business no trouble will come to us. But remember Akeno-chan, should trouble come of them you contact me right away. It was just Rias you met right?"
Akeno nodded.
"Then you must promise, that if she offers you to join her peerage, you refuse."
Akeno sighed, even now he was still being overprotective of her. When she was younger, her uncle would spoil her every day, not for the sake of making her feel like she had a new family, but because he loved her dearly. He didn't just spoil her but was very protective too.
"Uncle, I'm sure Rias won't do anything like that," she reassured with a smile. "How could a Shinto be of any help to her?"
Iwamatsu's face darkened. "The Great War and their civil war has cost them much in the years. There desperate for power and will do anything to gain it, even if it means turning you into a Devil. Plus, you aren't just a miko, Akeno-chan. I'm telling you this because if Rias gets wind of who you're-"
"I know…" growled the ravenette, mirroring her uncle's expression. She hated having her Fallen Angel heritage being mentioned, especially if it included him. Thought her Fallen Angel side gave her unimaginable beauty, she refused to acknowledge it´s power and Baraqiel as her father. In her eyes she wasn't a Fallen Angel hybrid, but a miko! "If she learns about that side of me, she'll want me to join her peerage for my power."
"Hmm," Iwamatsu hummed with a shake of head. "Maybe you should come back with me."
"Oh uncle please don't do this!" complained the priestess. "I can look after myself."
"You're in the heart of a Devil's territory! I can't leave you alone! Not like this! Rias may try to turn you into one of her servants," her uncle retorted angrily.
"Ugh you're always like this to me!" the beauty complained with a huff of air. "You trained me how to fight, you showed me what's right and wrong, and you promised to let me live my own life!"
"But you still need protection Akeno-chan!"
"Stop!" Akeno yelled her anger reaching boiling point. "I don't need protection from anyone! Not from you and especially my failure of a father!"
Iwamatsu stared at his niece in horror, pain filling his heart at her words. "I'm sorry…" he said turning away, his old body quivering. "Ever since your mother's murder and my uncle's death… I've never stopped fearing that I may lose you someday…" he said as his voice cracked.
Akeno's features softened when she heard him speak, regret filled her immediately. Approaching her uncle, the ravenette hugged him tightly. "I'm sorry, uncle." she whispered softly. Her mother's death was devastating to her but never thought it was this painful for her uncle.
Her great uncle Suou however, had finally faced the justice her mother deserved.
It had happened two years before Akeno moved to Kuoh, a group of assassinates had tried to kill Akeno and of course they failed.
Iwamatsu questioned them and learned Suou had sent them. The betrayal shown on his face made Akeno's heart ache. Never in all his life had he looked so broken. He had told Suou he was to never harm his niece, which he tried to do a second time. So Iwamatsu spoke with the Five Great Shinto Families about what happened. While they do not approve of Shuri's actions of marrying Baraqiel, they were surprised and furious at Suou for what he had done and keeping his actions a secret.
By Shinto law, any and all Shinto who murder a fellow clansman are tried for their actions. And with the reveal that Suou had murdered his niece and tried to do the same to her daughter twice, the other four great families stripped Suou of his title as clan head. However, they went one step further by put him and those who conspired with him to death. Which Iwamatsu argued against saying such a brutal punishment wasn't necessary, prison or exile was more than enough. But the decision was made, and no amount of argument would convince them.
So, with a heavy heart, Iwamatsu was forced to watch his uncle get beheaded.
After the execution, he was asked to take the position of the clan head for the Himejima's, but instead he refused and asked that Shuzaku - his second sister and Akeno's aunt - become clan-head. Working together, the siblings mended the feud between the Hayashi and Himejima's, even offering Akeno to come back to which she kindly turned down, saying she felt safer with the Hasashi's. Though Shuzaku was sadden her sister´s daughter wasn't returning to the Himejima's she nevertheless was happy that the two clans were now allies once again.
The young girl sighed as she turned her uncle around. "I'm sorry about what I said. I know you're scared to lose me, but I promise I'll be fine uncle." She planted a kiss on his forehead as she always did as a kid as a means to show her everlasting love for him.
Iwamatsu smiled. "I know you've heard me say this a lot… but you look exactly like your mother. Not a day goes by that I think of my little sister. You went through lots of trials in your life and overcame many of them and I am so proud of you for that. Shuri is gone from the physical realm, but she is watching over you in Heaven." With a heavy sigh he held her close to him. "Are you sure you'll be fine, Akeno-chan?"
"Yes uncle," the half human miko answered soothingly.
"You sure?"
"I'll be fine Uncle. Don't worry."
Released his hold on her he planted a kiss on her forehead. "Once you've settled into your new life, promise that you'll call your uncle."
Without skipping a beat Akeno replied with a smile: "Of course."
Then the clan head wrapped his arms around her in a tight hug. "I love you my little Akeno-chan."
"I love you too, Uncle Iwamatsu."
With one last hug Iwamatsu Hayashi departed the shrine.
Akeno looked herself over in the mirror, checking and double checking her uniform for anything that might be out of place. Today was her first day to attend Kuoh Academy and she wanted to make a good first impression.
Thought she already made one visit two days before, she wanted to make another good first impression as a new student who would be attending her senior year in high school. Doing one last check, she nodded with a confident smile before grabbing her bag and departing to school.
As she walked she saw a familiar face from before.
"Asumoto!"
The brunette stopped when hearing his name being called. "Ah, if it isn't Akeno-san!" he greeted with a half-smile. "What a pleasure it is to meet you again. The Kuoh school uniform suites you well."
"Ara ara. Already taking a liking to me, are you Asumoto-san? Ufufuf," Akeno teased with a wide smile.
Before he could reply the shrieking of girls was heard.
"It's that girl from the other day!
"Look she's talking to Asumoto-kun!"
"I wanna talk to Asumoto-kun!"
Akeno stared at the girls in confusion, before turning back see an annoyed look on the brunette's face, making her come to the conclusion that he had some fans which he didn't approve of. Before she could tease him, he turned and continued on his way to school.
"Hey wait!" Akeno called catching up to him. "I guess you don't like being popular?"
"Yeah I hate having everyone follow me around like I'm some sorta mystical god. That and the fact that none of those girls will even try to talk to me face to face. They just stand there and fangasim over me," the samurai said with a sigh. "Life was pretty normal until it took a turn for the worst…" He muttered the last part.
"Why do you say that?"
There was a long silence before he replied. "Something I don't like talking about. So please don't pressure me into telling you my secrets."
Akeno nodded. "I understand. But can you at least tell me about yourself? Rias told me your ancestors were samurai, which family do you come from? Where they famous?"
Asumoto shrugged, "Not really. I'm from a family down south. Nothing really important."
South huh? Could he be from Tsushima or Okinawa?
Before she could pressure him into asking more, she saw they were getting closer to the school, meaning she wouldn't get to see him till lunch. Darn it!
"Well, I should get to class. It was a pleasure walking to school with you. I hope to see you again today Akeno-san. Farwell." With Asumoto departed into the school leaving Akeno alone.
From the schedule the ravenette received on her email, her first period would start at 9:00, which was two hours away, meaning she had time to wander the campus to remember were each area was. The auditorium was massive, with the gymnasium being the second biggest. Her travel to the pool was halted when she heard giggling.
'Who could that be?' she wondered going to investigate the noise. As she drew closer, she realized the sounds were being made by three males, meaning it had to be the three perverts Miss Megumi told her about, Issei Hyoudou and his two friends. When close enough, she peaked her head out behind a tree to see them gathered around something she couldn't see. Thought judging by their expression it clearly was something dirty. Her eyes studied each boy, one was bald, the other had brown hair and glasses, and the third, who was holding the magazine, also had brown hair and light brown eyes.
"Come on Issei let me see!" complained the bald one
"Hey, you had your fair share so it's my turn!" the brunette yelled back.
So that was Issei Hyoudou huh? From his appearance he was probably a year younger than her, making him her kohai. Feeling a mischief smile tug at her lips she decided to introduce herself.
Silent as a mouse she crept up behind them before she was standing over them, all three unaware of her presence till she spoke with a giggle. "Ara ara. What are you boys up to? Ufufuf."
The perverted trio jumped, spinning around at the voice one who caught them. Their reactions shifting from scared to surprise to awe. Never in their entire life had they seen such a beauty of a woman before standing so close to them. Issei stared at the girl, transfixed not on her massive bust like his friends were, but rather her face, specifically her smile. He had seen many girls smile before but this one… something about it seem to take his breath away and that laugh… it made his skin tingle.
Still smiling Akeno glanced at the magazine Issei had dropped, seeing a very bust woman on the cover groping her breasts. "Naughty boys…. you know pornography isn't allowed in Kuoh. Maybe I should tell the principle of your dirty actions." Their faces paled at her threat made her giggle more.
"N-no! Please don't!" Issei begged stashing the magazine behind his back.
"102…. their bigger than Rias Gremory's!"
Hearing the glasses wearing boy say that she turned to face him, which he flinched at. "Oh? Are you talking about breasts my little kohai?" she asked cupping his chin playfully, making him fluster at her touch. "Does that mean I'm now the most popular girl in school because I have the biggest breasts~? Ufufuf."
"S-so hot!" Matsuda muttered as his face going red like a tomato.
Akeno giggled at his words before pulling her hand away. "My name's Akeno Hayashi, I'm new to this school. You must be those perverts Mss. Megumi told me about and you," She turned her eyes to Issei who blushed, "must be Issei Hyoudou. Nice to meet you." She bowed to the three who quickly scrambled to their feet and returned the bow.
"H-hai! I'm Issei, this is Motohama and Matsuda! It-it's a pleasure to meet you Hayashi-san!" Issei said, doing his best to act polite and not stare at her enormous breasts.
"I'll keep quiet of your antics today, but if I hear anymore I may have to punish you…" Her smile widened at their quivering forms. Oh how she loved to see people in pain, it made her so frisky.
Giving one last giggle she departed the perverted trio with a handwave and a sway of her hips, knowing they were checking her out.
'Those little boys are so funny,' she said to herself as she began searching for her class before school started.
It didn't take long for her to find her class. Stepping inside Akeno was surprised to find Rias Gremory sitting by one of the windows. Perhaps Rias knew about the Hayashi clan which explained why they were in the same class, as a means to keep a close eye on her.
Maybe having her uncle stay would have been a better idea. No, she couldn't rely on her family all the time. She just had to be cautious around the Devil. Putting her worries in the back of her head she approached the redhead with a kind smile.
"Rias!" she greeted happily taking the empty seat next to her.
"Hayashi-san," Rias replied with a smile of her own. "What a surprise to see you again. I never imagined we'd be in the same class together."
"Nor did I? Guess that means will have more time to become friends then huh?"
As more and more students entered class, the sound of girls squealing could be heard coming closer.
"Asumoto-kun!'
"He's so handsome!"
"I wanna tug on that ponytail of his!"
Stepping through the classroom was nobody else than the brunette she talked with earlier, his eyes glaring at the door. Before he could take his seat, he spotted Akeno who starred back in surprise. Then he quickly glared at Rias before he sat at his assigned seat, which was at the front at the opposite side of the class.
Akeno noticed he kept shooting quick glares toward Rias, why was he doing that, did Rias upset him or did he hate her for being popular? Shrugging she chose to leave it be and focus on her first day of school.
At last school started when the bell rang, and the teacher addressed his students. "Class, as I'm sure you're all aware, we have ourselves a new student, come and introduce yourself Miss Hayashi."
Being called forth the busty girl stepped to the front of the class showing her usual kind smile to her classmates. "Hello everyone, my name's Akeno Hayashi, I just recently moved here to complete my final year of high school. I hope to get to know you all," she finished with a bow before returning to her seat catching many whispers on the way.
"What a cute name."
"What a hot body!"
"I think Rias-oneesan has some competition."
"I saw Rias-sama and Asumoto-kun talking to her."
"Wonder if she'll say yes if I ask her on a date…"
As the day went on word began to spread about the new girl speaking to Rias and Asumoto.
Many where jealous that she spoke with the great onee-sama and the samurai descendent. Akeno couldn't understand why these people were finding it so difficult to talk to either of them face to face. Perhaps Rias was using her powers to keep them away and Asumoto wanted no part in the popularity. But the students of this school refused to accept him as a common student. They looked up to him as if he was some sorta of god.
When lunch came around she decided to go search for Asumoto, wondering if he would like to join her. Surprised that she couldn't find him she asked one of the student who said: "Asumoto-san skips lunch. He's always seen going to gym, probably to keep his skills in peak condition."
Going on what he said the Hayashi clanswoman headed to the gymnasium, hoping to speak with him. When she arrived she found him where he was when they first met; in the center of the building swinging a shinai. But this time he wasn't alone, across from him was a blonde male who had grey eyes and wielding a shinai.
The blonde noticed her at once offering a kind smile as he dropped his guard. "It looks like we have ourselves a guest, Asumoto-san."
Akeno approached the two smiling like always. "Hello Asumoto-san," she greeted him. "I think we have not met yet," she turned to the blonde. "I am Akeno Hayashi."
"I'm Yuuto Kiba, a second year in Kuoh. You must be that girl everyone's talking about," Kiba introduced himself with a bow.
"Ara ara. Who knew one transfer student could make sure a commotion," Akeno laughed a hand to her cheek before bowing to the blonde. "Pleased to meet you Kiba-san. I hope I haven't interrupted anything."
"Not at all, we were about to spar like we always do. Care to watch?" Kiba offered the black-haired beauty with a kind smile, which she nodded yes to. "Great. Make sure to get a good distance away from us, our spars can be pretty… hectic." Once Akeno was out of the way Kiba resumed his stance. He had been told a new student had transferred here, but never expected it to be a maiden of the Hayashi clan. Why was someone like her doing in Kuoh? She clearly wasn't any harm to them but still…
"Kiba focus!"
He was brought from his inner thoughts by Asumoto charging at him. Cursing himself from being distracted, he brought his weapon up blocking the brunette at the last minute. He held strong against the attack and had to defend against another blow that almost hit him in the head.
Kiba pushed hard against Asumoto's blade forcing him back a few steps which allowed the blonde to attack. He raised his blade high ready to strike, but saw too late his mistake, leaving himself open by swinging his blade too hard. Which Asumoto took advantage of, lunging forward and striking his chest lightly.
"Come on Kiba, you're better than that," scolded Asumoto as he was twirling his sword. "I was expecting one of our usual spars."
Akeno was shocked at the speed the human displayed. Either he had supernatural powers or was just really really skilled in kendo.
But he said he was expecting one of their usual matches. Meaning it seemed Kiba was distracted today. But by what exactly? She saw Kiba whisper something which made the older male frown. They separated before beginning anew with their sparring, each match was quick with each both scoring a point against one another.
These two boys were really quite skilled in swordsmanship.
Glancing at the clock, she saw lunch was almost done and she hadn't had eaten yet.
When Asumoto won the next match, she rose to her feet and approached the swordsman.
"I apologize, but I must go. I haven't had any lunch and mustn't be late to my next class. It was a pleasure to meet you Kiba-san and allowing me to watch your spars." Turning on her heels she departed the two boys.
The rest of the day went like any other school day. Lectures, notes, and assignments. As the bell for ending school rang Akeno packed her bags and prepared to depart when someone blocked her way.
"Rias-san, what can I for you?"
"Would you join me at the Occult Research Club today, I'd like to ask you something," the redhead asked smiling.
Akeno nodded but in her mind, she was thinking. 'So she does know about the Hayashi clan and she's trying to make me join her peerage! Now I really should have taken uncles advice and let him stay with me.'
"Sure," she replied loud.
"Then follow me," she motioned.
The two girls walked through the school, many admiring Akeno for being so close to Rias, which she only giggled at.
Twenty minutes later, they were on behind the Academy, heading toward the old school building. Noticing Rias looking around in case anyone was following, she spoke to the ravenette.
"So… Iwamatsu has allowed his niece to stay in Kuoh huh?"
Violet orbs narrowed briefly. "So you knew who I was all along, Rias Gremory - sister to Sirzechs Lucifer."
Rias smirked confidently at the Priestess of Thunder. "Your last name was a dead giveaway to which Shinto clan you hail from. Yet I was surprise that it's his niece. Tell me, why is your uncle allowing you to live here? It's very bold of him considering this is my territory, but why?"
Reaching the old school building Akeno stopped at the door. "He was unaware this territory belonged to you. Even so, my presence here won't be a disturbance will it?"
"That'll depend on how you act," Rias answered opening the door and leading her into the building. The two girls walked in silence till they reached the clubroom. In it was Yuuto Kiba who waved at Akeno and a young girl with white hair sitting on the couch nibbling on a candy bar.
"Late as usual I see," Rias sighed noticing her third servant wasn't around. "Before we properly introduce ourselves we have to wait for my Queen to arrive."
"Then if you don't mind, perhaps I can offer to make snacks for everyone?" Akeno asked politely. Akeno wasn't just the Priestess of Thunder.
Her skills in the kitchen were flawless, also earning her the unofficial title 'Priestess of Cooking' by her fellow classmates. When being given the go ahead to do so, she was directed where it was and went to work with preparing the food and drinks.
Scouring through the shelfs she found many teas her uncle liked, Sencha, Hojicha, Genmaicha, Bancha, Tamaryokucha, and his favorite, Kyusu. Grabbing one of the tea bags she placed one in each cup and began preparation on the snacks while the water was being boiled.
"Hmm let's see…cookies…or cake?" she thought aloud finger upon her chin as she looked through the snacks. Deciding on cake the young miko grabbed a handful for everyone. When the last cake was grabbed, the water boiling singling Akeno that the tea could be made at last. She hummed a happy melody as she poured the tea. At last the tray of snacks was complete and ready to be served to the Devils.
Akeno pushed the tray cart toward the clubroom still humming her melody. When she reached the room she called aloud. "Alright everyone, snacks are ready!"
"Akeno!?"
Violet eyes snapped open and a gasp came from her mouth. She couldn't believe who was standing in the Devil filled room. She blinked to double check, if she was seeing things. But she wasn't. He had the male Kuoh uniform, long brown hair in a ponytail and silver eyes.
"Asumoto-san?"
"Ah I forgot you already met." Rias smiled, looking between the two. "Akeno Hayashi meet Asumoto, vice-president of the Occult Research club... and also my Queen."