Chapter 13: The declaration of intent

AN: First of all.. Guest who said to have Kala lick Riv and Ray's navels? Fuckin' hilarious. I see the omake was well received. See, I had several characters in mind for the whole idea but Jack is a war vet, seemed fitting he was reincarnated before two wars he'd need to get through to prevent certain tragedies in DxD. Though what do ya'll think? Stick to Omakes where he reincarnates as some different characters or do another reincarnation story but with a different character and plot for DxD? Maybe some kinda crossover. I read this one fic where some otaku reincarnated as lil baby Rias but that just stopped updating, sadly.. There was this Madara reincarnates as Rias too but fuckin' Madara fanboys review bombed it. I wanna contribute to this.. uh.. niche? Genre of reincarnation but as female characters who don't fuckin' magically like dick cause they're women now. Hoping that'll gain some fans and possibly more writers to it.

So I got some images if you wanna look em up. 1, Kala's rifle (Look up Dead Man's Tale) No I'm not into Destiny, I just like their gun designs. 2, For her suit, look up (Anime Ranger Armor) it's the black bodysuit with the male and female versions in one pic. The female's blonde. 3, So, tribal tattoos. If you wanna see an example of what they look like look up (Angra Mainyu fate) She has the black sun tat right above her abs, below her breasts. 4, She has silver hair and eyes and a tan like the Noah's have in D. Gray Man. You wanna get a good reference for hairstyle? Look up (Eriko Sensei). For Rose, look up (Infinite Stratos Charlotte). That's about it, just combine those images in your head with Kalawarner and that's the Civil War arc's appearance for her. Thanks for reading!

-[Phenex estate, Rivelle's study]-

"Ah..? You're.. The Red Dragon Emperor..?" Kalawarner asked, confused why a Red Dragon Emperor knew her and was there.

"That's right, Miss! Uh.. I'm the current wielder.. you see. Draig woke up within me one day when I was in peril and.. well that stuff isn't important right now. What is.. Is that he told me all about meeting you and how you rode into war on his back to put a stop to it and achieve peace! I very much look up to you, Miss!" Rose went on with an earnest gaze.

"Well I'm flattered. But you know.. you're still human, right? You don't need to get involved in this Civil War. The peace I'm striving for won't even happen for a few hundred years, so why get involved since.. well.." Kalawarner was thinking of a way to say her next piece lightly but Rose cut off those thoughts.

"My lifespan isn't nearly as high.. I know. I'm not going to see the end results.. But it's something I want to see through. I've seen the clashes between the Factions and their consequences on any caught up in them.. It's that kind of suffering I want to stop" Rose looked at Kalawarner seriously as Kalawarner's gaze softened.

"I see.. yeah, I know what you mean. Earlier I encountered some poor Youkai who had been taken by some pompous asshole Devils. They're not the only ones to suffer because of this ongoing conflict either. Very well, I'll gladly accept your help, Miss Rose" Kalawarner nodded as Sirzechs and Rivelle smiled.

"I won't let you down, ma'am!" Rose saluted her as Sirzechs cleared his throat.

"Good, with introductions out of the way.. I've come to let you know that we're officially ready to begin our rebellion against the War Faction" Sirzechs put on his serious face and stated.

"Good news indeed! I have the perfect idea in mind too. Ajuka, Serafall, Falbium and yourself will take the names of the Old Satans and lead our people in this War for reformation, Sirzechs. You will be our mighty Commanders, fighting for the survival with the legitimacy of taking the names of the four original Satans" Rivelle stated.

"Their heirs will certainly contest this.. Katerea Leviathan, Creusery Asmodeus, Rizevim Lucifer and Shalba Beelzebub and their supporters. They won't tolerate their names being used by some upstart Devils from other Pillars. They're using those names to cement their legitimacy to rule the Underworld and send us off to War yet again.." Sirzechs was clenching his fists as he reminded Rivelle.

"Certainly.. That's why we're using their last names. We glorify the titles so the people don't think us disrespectful louts and best them in the War. It's how they play the game of rulers after all.. 'Might makes right'. We're just going to beat them at their own game" Rivelle folded her hands on her lap and smiles.

"It's a good strategy but we'll need more if we want to get the people on our side, Riv" Kalawarner retorted.

"That's exactly right, my Dear~ It's where my first plan comes into action. You see.. Quite a few houses have gone extinct but there is one with only a single member remaining.. One who has been very impressed with you. See, they aren't much in terms of forces or power at the moment.. In fact, they're likely to die any day now due to the injuries he took in the Great War. But he wants to help us. The War Faction has taken to pressuring his city and himself because he does advocate for peace and due to the resources he currently sits on. His people suffer and he can only watch as the War Faction pressures him and his people more and more. I reached out to him and offered our aid. While the assassinations you executed certainly helped him, he can hold on no longer and wishes to speak with you at his estate this week. Go to the Stolas estate and see what he offers. I trust any judgement calls you make when you hear what he has to say" Rivelle finished while looking at Kalawarner.

"I see.. It will be done, Mistress" Kalawarner said in a sultry tone that gave everyone in the room chills.

"Good~ Now as for Miss Rose.. Hmmm… Ah! How would you like to be her Bodyguard?" Rivelle lightly clapped and offered.

"Yes! Uh.. I mean.. *Coughs* Yes, of course, my Lady" Rose tried to play it cool.

Kalawarner chuckled and Sirzechs stood up with a smile.

"Then I think this concludes my meeting for today. It was good meeting you, Rebellion. I think I may have an inkling as to what kind of person you are. I look forward to working with you" Sirzechs bowed his head and left in a teleportation seal, leaving the three women to themselves.

"Ahh~ Now where were we my dear Rebellion?" Rivelle turned to Kalawarner with a lovely smile.

"E..Er.. right.. That may have to wait until later, Mistress. Given present circumstances" Kalawarner laughed, albeit a bit nervously as Rivelle pouted and Rose's face had gone as red as her name, as she thought about what Rivelle had asked.

"Later then.. Oh woe is me.. to be untouched by the only one who could make me so hot and bothered.." Rivelle sighed.

"Now now, I don't really do anything to warrant that kind of praise, right?" Kalawarner's brow quirked as she asked.

"Oh really? So, we're discounting the times I've seen you come out of the shower with water dripping from your silver locks, all the way down to your plump thighs? Or when you wear that thin nightgown in which I occasionally see a perky pink nipple peek out from the top when you stretch and yawn? Oh, or perhaps when you train or bend over, and I see your curvy hips and well rounded rear strain against your bodysuit? Ah or perhaps you think I don't hear your nightly activities when you explore your body for a full hour.. making those delightful sounds.. You know my room is next to yours, yes?" Rivelle stated with a very amused smile as she watched Rose's face get redder and saw the blood coming out of her nose and strangely, her Boosted gear gauntlet was out, the jewel was somehow bleeding too.

"Oh… Huh….. Y..Yeah okay, I see your point.." Kalawarner held her masked face, not knowing how to properly reply to her.

"Wh.. WHAT!? What goes on in this place!?" Rose stammered out, pointing at Rivelle.

"Oh, you'll find many of the staff here haven taken quite a liking to Rebellion here. You know she sings in the shower? It's a lovely voice she has.. We even use recordings and pictures of her as currency in the Estate.." Rivelle went on and whispered to Rose as Kalawarner raised her brow at their secrecy.

"I want in.." Rose whispered and nodded, prompting a chuckle from Rivelle.

"Well, it looks like you two are hitting it off. I'm going to head over to the Stolas estate. You can hang out here if you want, Rose" Kalawarner got up and grabbed some ammunition for her rifle, putting it in a pouch on her waist cloth.

"I'm coming too, of course! I am a bodyguard after all" Rose proudly exclaimed and followed Kalawarner as Rivelle created a teleportation seal on the floor.

"See you two when you get back. Oh and good luck with the old man" Rivelle waved as the two of them disappeared in a flash.

-[Stolas Estate, Stolas City]-

Amres Stolas was an old man who spent most of his days within his estate. His two hobbies were herb keeping and gem appraisal. His personal quarters were full of priceless gems and astronomy equipment he uses when he visited the human world. He was a firm believer in the studying science to advance civilization. He has had a hand in progressing human civilization with his ideas and inventions but in the Underworld, in which Devils held a firm belief in the reliance of magic, he faced scorn for his ideas. The Devil society, in which the strong looked down upon the weak had rejected Amres Stolas' progressive way of thinking. They had taken to pressuring him and his territory for not supporting their plans for going to war once again. He hadn't directly opposed them yet they still sent their lackeys to cause him and his people trouble. If this continued, he wouldn't have a city left by the end of the year.

As Amres walked his Estate halls, dressed in a brown coat with his noble attire beneath it, he noticed the seal of the Phenex house appear in front of him. He smiled and held onto his cane as he witnessed two women come through. One dressed as a commoner in the Americas, the other like a seasoned assassin.

"Hello and welcome to my Estate. I've been wanting to meet you for quite some time. Rebellion, yes?" The long white-haired man looked at the masked Kalawarner as she waved slightly.

"Hello Lord Stolas. Mistress Phenex told me you wanted to meet me so I thought it important to come as soon as I could" Kalawarner politely bowed.

"You have my thanks. I needed to talk to you about some things and an offer I have for you if I see you're fit for it. Though judging by my first impression alone, I think you may be. And who is this with you?" He looked at the nervous Rose with a thoughtful expression.

"I'm.. Rose, Lord Stolas. I'm the current Red Dragon Emperor.. hope you don't mind.." She looked at Kalawarner for assurance, receiving a firm hand on her shoulder from her.

"She's going to be my partner in our upcoming plans for the Underworld. I hope that doesn't bother you?" Kalawarner studied the old man's expression.

"You don't look down upon humans, do you? Most Devils would call her a servant or slave. Blind pride and arrogance it is.. I don't feel that from you. It's good. Tell me what you think of the Underworld as it is now" Stolas tapped his finger on the cane head in his hand, which had the engravings of owls along it.

"It has potential but too many of those are stuck in the past. Glory through battle and killing. A lot of the impressionable youths are being twisted by the War Faction's ideals. I think it will get better if more forward-thinking individuals were in charge of the Underworld. No more looking down upon Low class. Give power to the people who need it. With that, scientific advancement will take off and will serve to better the lives of not just the top class here but the low class. Won't be perfect but it will be far better than right now" Kalawarner folded her arms as she said.

"Then I believe I have my answer. Just let me-" He stopped as a raven flew through his nearby window, perching on his shoulder and putting it's head against Amres', making the old man's eyes close in frustration.

"Damn Lucifuge.. Lucifer's stooges are here for me. Finally decided to kill off the old bird, have they? Hmph.. They think I will just keel over and die so easily? They only brought five High Class Devils with them.. Very well.." Amres' eyes narrowed as killing intent radiated off the old man.

"I can handle them, old man. You're not in the best of health anyway" Kalawarner offered.

"Hm.. I see.. Yes, you're right" His bloodlust lessened as he put his hand on Kalawarner's shoulder.

"Allow me to give you something first. Something I have been talking to the Lady Phenex about" Stolas grinned and revealed the crest of Stolas on the top of his palm. It began to shine with a Devilish light.

-[Stolas City]-

Grayfia Lucifuge was unsure of why they were ordered to cause trouble for the low-class Devils of this city. Well, she knew it was to get at the sole member of the Stolas Pillar but she didn't think it necessary to get the innocent bystanders involved in what was a political dispute between Pillars. One whose only member was a dying old Devil War Veteran. She was disgusted at the actions the Lucifuge were taking. Her brother, Euclid was watching the other three members of their family as they threw destructive spells into the buildings where Stolas' subjects were hiding in. He had not even a smidge of disgust for their actions and had a firm belief they were doing good for the Underworld due to the orders being from Rizevim himself, who he was absolutely loyal to.

"I believe that is enough. Our orders were to antagonize Stolas so he may come out and face death by us. I don't believe killing Lord Lucifer's future subjects further is necessary" Grayfia held her hand up to the three and spoke up.

"Very well. Grayfia is kind, even to inconsequential low classes like them. But she does have a point. They're likely going to be used as labor for when we take Stolas' resources for Lord Lucifer. Just wait for now while the Old Man makes his way over to us" Euclid sighed and kept his eyes on the Estate that could be seen from the streets.

Instead of an old man, they saw the face of a gorgeous tanned devil silverette with a blonde next to her. They were walking down the cobblestone street, filled with wrecked shop stalls and walking straight towards them. The silverette was wearing a white with gold embroidered noble clothing and black pants underneath a black long coat with the insignia of an owl's face on the back. She had a rifle on her back and a cane in her left hand. The other girl was dressed as a maid and looked slightly embarrassed in the outfit.

'Damn.. Grayfia's here. I can only severely wound them. I guess I'll have to put on a show to compensate for the lack of killing.. All right, here goes nothing' Kalawarner looked at them with a frosty gaze and spoke.

"You wanted a Stolas, yes? Here I am, you barking dogs" Kalawarner insulted them, earning all but one's ire.

"I was under the impression the only remaining member of the Stolas Pillar was-" Euclid spoke but quickly took a .45-75 bullet to the gut. He barely saw her draw the rifle, but he found a bullet was quickly lodged in his stomach, making him drop to his knees in pain.

"Dog, I did not ask you to speak to me. You there, woman of Lucifuge.. control your dimwitted brother before he attempts to soil my ears with his words" Kalawarner held the rifle on her shoulder and glared at the incensed Lucifuge gang as Grayfia looked at her enraged brother, seeing his injury wasn't severe and likely was intended to only be an injury.

She saw the Stolas crest on the top of her palm and sucked in a cold breath before speaking, trying to placate her while she thought about what actions to take.

"I apologize, Lady Stolas.. My brother is a prideful man. I understand your anger at the loss of your subjects. I wish such actions weren't necessary but.." Grayfia furrowed her brows when thinking. Was it truly necessary?

"Necessary you say? Pardon my language but you're speaking bullshit. You could have simply walked into the Estate. Your actions are those of thugs. Not surprising though, Rizevim is no better than a common thug boss. Sad, I expected more from the Child of our previous King" She shook her head in disappointment, enraging the four in Grayfia's group, prompting the three uninjured to hastily attack her.

She simply smirked at their actions as the low-class Devils nearby all gathered nearby, peeking from behind walls and out of windows.

"Rose, break their arms and legs and toss the sensible lady her dogs back, please" Kalawarner said as Rose nodded, taking her Boosted Gear out with a battle hungry grin.

As the three flew up and tried to attack, Rose created a red sphere of draconic energy and punched it at their spells, deflecting them away with the [Dragon Shot] before jumping and catching a Lucifuge Devil by the leg and slamming him into the cobblestone. The two others flew at her as she did, trying to catch her off guard with two minor exploding Darkness spells. What they got, was two armored fists crashing into their faces by Rose, who had activated her [Balance Breaker] to tank their spells without issue.

Rose cackled and cracked her armored knuckles before stomping all of their arms and legs while they were downed. Easily incapacitating them all and tossing them back at Grayfia's feet. Euclid and Grayfia were shocked to see the maid had actually been the current Red Dragon Emperor. Which had dismissed her armor and stood beside Kalawarner once again.

"Now get out of my territory. No longer will we sit idly anymore while you abuse your power and status against the lower classes. No more will the Devils march into a pointless war that leaves wives and husbands widows. To leave children without Mothers and Fathers. To see your friends die before you while the ones above get medals and awards for taking patches of dirt by sacrificing the men under their command they don't even care about. Tell your boss Rizevim his days as a ruler are numbered. We'll tear down that stupid philosophy of his and lead our people to a better tomorrow" Kalawarner angrily but in a calm tone said as the low-class Devils started to break out in cheer.

Rose and Grayfia's eyes widened when looking at the woman before them making a bold declaration.

Grayfia took the injured Euclid and started to make her way out, calling a teleportation seal to get away from the city. She looked back once, seeing the grateful expressions of the low-class Devils as they surrounded Kalawarner and Rose. She had agreed on her message, but her loyalty and family ties made her feel conflicted.

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As Amres Stolas watched Kalawarner outside the window, he smiled and nodded his head.

"Lady Phenex, you were right. I believe we have the face of our little rebellion right here. She exceeded my expectations.. Now, let's get this rebellion started. I hope you don't lose that spark you've shown me today.."

-[Omake 2, what if Akeno?]-

"Ara~ Buchou you know how to treat a girl" Jack-now-Akeno complimented as she drank tea with the Ruin Princess.

"It's just tea, Akeno.. You sure you're okay?" Rias asked.

"I'm perfectly fine now. But let's resume our talk. You want Issei in your peerage, yes..?" She asked, watching the Heiress' face.

"I need more servants, Akeno.. You know Rizer will come and try to claim me one of these days.. I can possibly get out of this marriage if I challenge him to a rating game.. But he has a full peerage and I.." Before she could finish, she felt Akeno put her hand on her thigh to get her attention. Though it elicited a small blush from Rias herself.

"Rias.. I know. I'm asking you something simple here.. Do you want Issei in your peerage? His lust is kind of out there.. But inside, he may be a rather kind boy" Akeno calmly gazed at the Heiress' blue eyes.

"I… don't know… I don't like to judge people without getting to really know them first.. like-" Akeno interrupted again.

"Like how Devils and humans *judge* you. All they see you as is an Heiress of Gremory. Even your Peerage sees you as their reliable *Buchou* right? They don't know the otaku-weeb, cute, envious, prideful, sexy woman that I can clearly see before me" Akeno stood up and wryly smiled. Rias' face was as red as her hair in response to her words.

"A..Akeno.. you.. You seem a bit different.." Rias stammered out.

"Do you believe in past lives, Rias? Reincarnation. I mean as when somebody dies, they get their memories scrubbed and get born anew"

Rias looked slightly troubled now.

"Are you saying.. you aren't Akeno?" Rias' tone took on an edge.

"Oh of course I am! Fufu~ I'm saying that I awoke some memories.. Ones from my past life as a man. Ah-don't interrupt please.. I got enough of that already.. Now, Rias.. If what you want is freedom.. I have a good method, I believe. I can call up my Father so he can help instruct us too. Oh it'll be a nice trip!" Akeno smiled and clasped her hands together while Rias' jaw dropped.

"B-But your Dad… Wait.. Man..? Wait.. memories!?" She didn't know where to begin.

"Oh right.. Well I was quite the somewhat mature adult in my past life you know? I knew it wasn't his fault for Mother.. But the only way to cope with that was denial. I focused my anger on an entire race and my Father. I have a few ideas on how to set that meeting up.. Give me a week and I should have our training ready.." Akeno *cheerfully* smiled.

'Need to beat up Raynare and those other before they try to kill titty-holic Issei.. Rescue Asia and then we can start the training.. I'll have to make Raynare tell me where Azazel is using some *techniques* Akeno studied.. Ohh what fun..'

Seeing Akeno smile sadistically as she thought out the coming week all but assured Rias that this was truly still her friend.

"Oh~ Riaaaas..? Can I get something special if we win?" Akeno smiled and leaned down in front of Rias, who got a good eyeful of her large breasts.

"Like.. what? That smile makes me uneasy, Akeno.." Rias was somewhat nervous as Akeno made a request.

"Oh nothing much~ I want an adult kiss from you if I successfully train us and beat Rizer down. Oooh~ Extra if I make him cry?" Akeno licked her lips.

"That is something I'd like to see… Okay.. Okay.. if all that turns out the way you said then.. I'll do it. Haha.. I'd even sleep with Issei if it meant I could cancel the marriage.." Rias laughed at the thought but took a light chop to her head by Akeno.

"I would never ask you for that unless you fell in love with me. Keep your chastity until you find that special person Rias" Akeno said seriously and stood straight once again.

'Wow… Ah.. why do I kind of like the image of Akeno and I..?' Rias' nose bled a bit from the thought.

"Ara ara~ Thinking of something naughty? Unfortunately I don't have time to tease you.. I have to set up everything so I can get that kiss. Fufufu~" Akeno waves from behind and leaves the ORC, walking down to where a waiting *Yuuma Amano* was, who was more than likely looking for Issei.

"Dear me, lovely Crow.. let's have a chat, some coffee.. I'll tell you why it's better not to kill that boy" Akeno's hands snaked around *Amano Yuuma's waist as she spoke softly into her ear, making the secret Fallen blush and think one thing.

'EEEEHHHHHHH!?'