We're still riding the Feels Train. Trying to, anyways. Well, it's probably the Heartwarming Train, but I think you all get it now.


Chapter 36: Trust Me

Issei's Lifespan: 15 Months

Day 13

The next day, Issei had his plan set. He couldn't enact it with everyone in one place, though.

"Alright, here's the plan for today. We'll tour the amusement park. End of the plan. The only other thing is to break into groups so that the populace doesn't think we're doing a hostile takeover." Issei explained.

"And how're we gonna do that?" Rizevim asked.

"We draw lots." Issei created sticks from his [Abyssal Arsenal] and held them up.

In truth, he rigged everything. The older folks, the more perceptive ones, would go in one group while the younger members of the group would be paired up randomly. Well, that excluded Vali and Sairaorg, though. He made sure theirs would match.

"This is discrimination." Rizevim flatly said.

"Why?" Issei looked incredulous.

"Because all the old people are together."

Rizevim, Ezagyra, Azazel, Sirzechs, Grayfia, the Satans, and Millicas were all in one group.

Issei gasped.

"Are you calling your beautiful wife old too?" He pointed at her.

Ezagyra's jaw dropped as she looked at her stick.

"WHAT?! No! I-I didn't mean it that way."

"Hmph!" Ezagyra refused to look at him.

'Problem solved.'

'Problem solved.' Issei and Rexis said in unison. Rizevim would now spend the rest of the day making it up to his lovely (younger) wife.

"Alright, let's get moving." Issei ushered everyone out the hotel lobby.

In his group, was Bikou, Lianshi, Kuroka, Izalana, Sairaorg, Vali, and…Asia?

"Asia?!" Issei was shocked when the young woman suddenly appeared next to him.

Asia was dressed in a button-up short-sleeved shirt and a white skirt.

"Michael told me to come along. Besides, I wanted to check on my former classmates." She explained.

"When did you even get here?" Vali asked.

"I just arrived an hour ago after I put my luggage away. You gave Michael some spare tickets, remember?" Asia asked.

It took Issei a moment, but he remembered what he did now.

"Oh yeah, I invited him and some others out."

"Well, some of the others are coming later, so don't get too excited." Asia laughed.

"Hey, the more the merrier. Now, we've still got 6 days left, so let's go nuts." Issei said.

"Yeah!" Everyone roared in unison.

They started going around the park, drinking, snacking, and touring the shops and sights. Sadly, there were no haunted houses or scary places, but Issei didn't mind. He had plenty other ideas.

Today, Issei's plan was to make Vali and Sairaorg get more physically touchy and make them think. It was a small thing but it would build things up. That, and he just wanted them to spend time together. Time always helped relationships blossom, depending on how well it was utilized and what was done.

"So, today, I want you to invite Vali out on rides. Any will do. Just save the Ferris Wheel for last." Issei said to Sairaorg.

"Got it." He replied back.


After he ended the call, he found Izalana and Asia close by.

"What's up?" He asked.

"What did you plan to do?" Asia asked.

"No idea. What about you two?" Issei replied.

"I think we'll follow your lead. You seem like the one who knows what to do." Izalana said.

Issei shrugged. He had no problem with that.

(Chrono Cross OST – Time's Scar. Play Song.)

'I smell polygamy.' Rexis chortled.

'In another universe, maybe. I'm not a hormonal teen. I don't have time for that stuff. I think with more than my nethers.' Issei scoffed.

He seriously didn't have a high opinion of guys who just wanted to have sex with girls. Often times, those were the guys that had tons of kids and didn't know what to do or got done in by angry exes. Probably.

There was more to life than just having guys or girls and sex.

In Issei's book, being a man was being someone who took care of loved ones and making sure they were happy. It wasn't about being a tough guy or bad boy.

'Honestly, you might have one in some other universe out there. If you were born in my time, do you know how many women would fling themselves at you? You've got a heart of gold, a strong mind, and the most kind and selfless personality that I've witnessed in ages.' Rexis sincerely said.

'You mean that?' Issei asked.

'I do.'

Issei didn't respond, but teared-up a bit. He didn't do this for any recognition, but to have even just one person acknowledge his efforts was enough for him.

'Thank you.' Issei quietly said.

Steeling himself, Issei led two of his friends into the amusement park.

"I take it you two haven't been to one before." Issei said.

"Nope. I never got the chance. Even in Draczal, we don't actually have a full-fledged on. Carnivals, maybe, but not a wonderland like this." Izalana shook her head.

"Same for me. I was raised as an orphan in the Vatican, so luxury wasn't frequent." Asia looked around in wonder.

"Well, then, allow me to correct all that." Issei smiled.

He dragged Izalana and Asia along by the wrists.

"Uwah!"

He took them to a ride where the seats were spinning cups.

"What's this?" Asia asked.

"It's a ride where the saucer spins while you sit in one of the cups." Issei explained as he buckled in.

One cup seated four, so Izalana and Asia got in. As the ride started up, Issei chimed in.

"Oh, and before I forget, the cups spin too."

"What?!"

"Hang on!" Issei smiled as the cups began turning.

"W-Wait. Uwaaaaaaaah!" Asia screamed as the cups took off with the saucer.

"Ahahahahahahahaha!" Issei laughed at Asia's comedic distress before gently holding her hand.

That seemed to calm her down a bit.

Izalana, however.

"Bwahahahahahahaha!" Was having the time of her life.

Issei was glad she was enjoying the ride. When she first arrived, she seemed willing to integrate with the group but as time passed, she seemed to have gone nowhere since she'd arrived. Perhaps she was trying to respect everyone's space. She was outgoing, so being shy didn't seem to be the issue. Sure enough, she kind of reminded him of himself when he'd first arrived.

Issei was going to make sure that by the end of this, Izalana was going to be closer with the group. Asia, too.

When they got off the ride, Asia seemed a bit pale from all the screaming but was otherwise okay.

"So, how was it?" Issei asked.

"Fun." Said Izalana

"Dreadful." Said Asia.

"Well, we'll go on an easier ride this time." Issei sheepishly chuckled.

They got on a water ride, which was much slower but still fast enough to give excitement to beginners.

"Are you lying this time? You know, Heaven doesn't like liars." Asia grumbled.

"I swear that I'm totally honest this time. It's gonna be okay." Issei clapped his hands together, smiling reassuringly.

When the ride took off, he sat in between Izalana and Asia inside a compartment on a rail.

"And off we go." Issei said.

And so, the box started moving slowly before picking up speed. Despite expectations, this wasn't something Asia couldn't handle. In fact, this was quite fun for her. Issei heard her withhold her laughter, restraining herself.

"Now that's no way to have fun." Issei smiled as he grabbed her and Izalana's hand.

He raised his arms, whooping.

"Whooo!" Issei screamed in joy.

"Ahahahahaha!" Asia laughed as they sailed through the air, infected by Issei's enthusiasm.

They chuckled, enjoying the tiny drops of water splashing on their faces as Issei's energy infected their enthusiasm. Issei looked at Asia, who was initially reluctant. His eyes said it all.

'It's gonna be okay.' He seemed to say to her.

"Like I said, right? It's gonna be okay!" Issei said to her.

"Whooooo!" Asia joined in, finally letting herself loose.

After so many years of being given strict training and teaching, Asia had to withhold certain desires and joys. Deep down, she wanted to do things other normal girls did. She wanted to go to amusement parks. She wanted to eat out with friends and family. She wanted to laugh and joke around. She wanted to share passionate and happy memories with cherished people. And now, she got her start. She didn't truly know how at first, relying mainly on examples of people she knew, but now, she could finally take those steps on her own.

After they got off, Asia decided to go get some food, leaving Izalana and Issei to chat on a bench.

"So, how's your first real vacation?" Issei smiled, hoping she was feeling positive.

"It's the best." Izalana smiled gratefully.

"Excellent." Issei nodded, satisfied.

"Thank you."

Issei looked at her obliviously.

"For what?" He asked.

"For showing me what it's like to enjoy life. Vali and Lefay told me you have a penchant for being meddlesome. I see what they mean now. You meddle because you want everyone to be happy." Izalana looked at him appreciatively, maybe even sweetly.

"Well, what can I say? I love it when the people I love laugh and smile. Sure, we all need some sadness and hardship in our lives in order to grow, but that'll happen when it happens. As for the other times, the times where we're free to decide what happens, I'd like for it to be full of altruistic joy and happiness." Issei admitted.

"And why is that?" Asia walked over, holding 3 gigantic corn dogs.

"Because I grew up alone. I think I've told this story before." Issei looked at the two with a quizzical smile.

"Well, remind us." Izalana sassily smirked.

"Well, I grew up alone. My parents were away, making sure we had a home to come back to. They also spent their time helping the less fortunate. Thus, I'd always come home to an empty house when I was able to take care of myself. It was often cold, dark, and quiet. I understood my parents, so I never blamed them. Still, I hated being alone. It was painful and demoralizing. At one point, I got depressed from the loneliness. However, I grew out of it because I decided to look at the bright side of life. Why wallow in what we don't have and can't do? Let's focus on what we can do and want to do, that's also morally acceptable. Also, for what we want, why not try and make it happen? And now, that's what I want for all of you. I want you all to be happy and enjoy life. Everyone's gone through a lot, so I want to help throw that baggage away however I can. I want to fill everyone's days with as much happiness and joy as possible. That's my wish." Issei smiled as he looked at the sky.

Issei snapped out of his thoughts when he heard sniffling. He looked to both sides and saw Izalana and Asia crying.

"What?! That was supposed to be heartwarming?" He was baffled.

"It was. You're too good for this world." Asia brought him into a hug.

"Indeed." Izalana also wrapped him into a hug.

"Okay, I appreciate all the embracing but people are staring. This is still Japan." Issei coughed out.

"Oh, right. Open affection is awkward." Izalana chuckled as she and Asia let go.

"Still, it's really cheesy so don't tell the others." Issei requested.

"Fine." Izalana sighed.

(Chrono Cross OST – Time's Scar. End Song.)


Soon enough, the trio were back to adventuring where they met up with the rest of the gang. Izalana and Asia went off with the others to enjoy a ride while Issei and Kuroka sat out.

"Are you sure, Kuroka? How about I sit out? I think you and Bikou should get time alone." Lianshi sat down.

Kuroka shook her head.

"It's alright. You two still have to completely make up for the time you've lost." She chuckled lightly.

Issei knew a fake laugh when he heard one. This one sounded sad.

Lianshi didn't look satisfied.

"Are you sure?" She softly asked.

Kuroka nodded reassuringly.

At first, Issei was laughing from joking around but then he stopped when he saw that his buddy wasn't feeling the same way. He looked where she was looking to find out why. Walking into line, Bikou and Lianshi were laughing, joking, and even kissing without care for others around them. They were having the time of their lives. At first, Issei smiled at the bright sight. Then, he realized what was causing her expression.

Issei sat down next to Kuroka.

"So, what's happened?" Issei asked.

Kuroka didn't respond.

"Did something happen?" Issei asked again.

Kuroka turned in the other direction. Issei sighed before taking out a spray bottle from his pocket and spewed water on her.

"NYAAA!" Kuroka yelped.

"Feel like talking now?" Issei gave her a childish smirk.

"Why do you do that?" Kuroka groaned.

"Because you're upset and you're ignoring me. Rude." Issei poked her arm.

"You're not going to leave me alone, are you?" Kuroka sighed.

"Nope." Issei admitted, unashamedly smiling.

Kuroka gave a light chuckle.

"Lefay keeps calling you 'Issei-nii', what's up with that?" She wondered.

"Because Big Brother is always watching." Issei shrugged.

Before long, Kuroka conceded. Issei was too annoying to just let things drop. It was better to give in to his whims than to try and fail to ignore him for the whole day.

(The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild OST – Mipha's Theme. Play Song.)

"As you know, things started out great. Lianshi, Bikou, and I got along. We were willing to share Bikou. But, lately, I feel like…I'm being left behind. I feel like I'm losing my place. Bikou's been paying more attention to her. He laughs and smiles with her more. When we talk, it's more brief. When things get serious, he treats me seriously, but it's being made clear to me…" Kuroka pursed her lips.

"That he's losing interest. He doesn't have room for me in his heart anymore." Kuroka mumbled, wiping a stray tear from her eyes.

Issei nodded in understanding.

"I can understand. Lianshi's a proper lady. She's polite, well-mannered, educated, strong, and beautiful. Me? I'm ill-mannered, impatient, unskilled, and boorish aside from my looks. There's little to me." Kuroka wiped more tears from her eyes.

All that pain was starting to boil to the surface as Kuroka's floodgates fell apart from the trigger.

"So, that's why you've had that look in your eye." Issei said.

"Look?"

"Yep. I've seen the way you look at the two. It's a lonely look. It's a sad look. It's also a repressed look. I know you don't want to rain on their parade, so you keep silent. Well, I'm going to tell you that you shouldn't do that. If Bikou won't look at you the way he's supposed to, then I guess we'll just have to make him." Issei got up, dragging Kuroka off with him.

"Uwah! Issei, what're you doing?" Kuroka demanded.

"Exactly as I said. This amusement park has a shopping district installed. We're gonna make sure we get the idiot to screw his head on properly." Issei smiled.

He looked at a map, trailing it with his finger.

"Be here, be here, be here, be here, be here." Issei repeated to himself.

"Aha!" He victoriously said.

"Issei, this isn't necessary." Kuroka reluctantly said.

"Trust me, Kuroka. Just trust me. There's never any harm in trying your best and all your options." Issei smiled at her reassuringly.

Kuroka, having exhausted her own ideas, nodded.

"What're you gonna do?" She asked.


Leading her into a fashion store, Issei browsed around.

"How can I help you?" The store manager asked.

"Yes, could you help pick out your best outfit that would suit the young lady here? As quickly as possible, if you could try?" Issei asked.

"No problem. Immediate date?" The Manager asked.

"Kind of. Gonna make his head spin when he sees her." Issei smiled.

"Good. Because I won't settle for anything less." The Manager led Kuroka into the back to try on clothes.

Issei walked to the register while she wasn't looking.

"Just charge this card for her purchases." He told her.

When Kuroka came out the back a few minutes later, she was dressed in a white button-up shirt with a red jacket and black pants with black shoes. Slung around her arm, was a black bag made of very fine leather. Her long ringlet hair was also tied into a side ponytail with a gold ribbon.

"Well now, I do think that'll do the job more than well enough." Issei nodded in approval.

"The bill will be 85,000 Yen." The Cashier rung him up.

"Actually, could you let us borrow a make-up station?" Issei asked.

"That'll be an additional 2161 Yen."

"Issei! That's way too much to spend on me!" Kuroka looked at him guiltily.

Issei looked at her while swiping.

"I'm sorry, you were saying?" He looked at her coyly.

"Issei…" Kuroka groaned.

Issei smiled, walking up to her.

"I swore that I was going to help you make his head spin and pay attention to you. Now, Bikou isn't shallow and we've got work to do, but this is a good start. I want you and everyone else to be happy and to bulldoze all those roadblocks in your way. So, what if I spend a lot of money? I don't care if I won't even have 2 coins to my name. What I care about is that you're all happy and have no regrets." Issei leaned forward, gently cupping her face.

Kuroka looked at him, teary-eyed at his words.

"Thank you, Issei. I swear I'll make it count." She bit her lip.

"Attagirl!" Issei smiled even brighter.

"But won't these clothes make it hard to ride the attractions?" Kuroka asked.

"Oh, don't worry. We wouldn't set up here if we hadn't taken that into account. That fabric is flexible and tough, as well as beautiful. You can go on the worst rides and not lose any make-up or damage your clothes." The manager excitedly pulled some shirts and pants so far apart that they should've torn. Instead, they didn't and looked untouched when she let go.

"And there you go. Now, on to the next step." Issei excitedly said.

He led her over to a make-up chair.

"Wait, you know how to do make-up?" Kuroka was astounded.

"Oh, of course. One of my predecessors was a make-up artist. I can turn a toad into a prince or princess." Issei confidently cracked his knuckles.

When Issei was done, the entire store was staring at Kuroka in awe. Issei only had to put light touches of eyeliner, lipstick, and mascara on her. There wasn't much else that he needed to do.

"Wow…"

"Think she's a model or actress?"

"I think she's glowing."

Issei waved goodbye and thanks to the others before leading Kuroka out to the water fountain nearby.

"Now, I understand that you're a quick learner. I've also watched you try and catch his attention before. Now, close up that blouse." Issei pointed at her cleavage.

"Oh…force of habit." Kuroka sheepishly said.

"If you want Bikou to see you differently, then you'd better give him something new to look at. No more worn out clothing, either. Also, try that new hairstyle out. As for the make-up…eh, you don't really need it. Now, back straight, no slouching." Issei assumed the pose.

Kuroka copied him.

"Chin high, eyes forward." Issei walked around her to check out her pose.

"How will this help?" Kuroka asked.

"It'll make that oblivious guy realize the difference and start thinking to himself." Issei explained.

"Since when were you an expert?" Kuroka asked.

"Are you kidding? I remember so many of my lives, I've gotta be an expert." Issei shrugged.

"Now, when you walk, sway your hips a bit. The way you walk right now is kinda stiff. Like a broken Elmo toy." Issei said, pointing an accusational finger at her.

"Geh!" Kuroka jumped when he said that.

For the next short while, Issei got her to shape up to move differently and avoid certain things, like slovenly behavior. He got her to act more ladylike and to retain those habits. When their time was up, Issei had no choice but to end things for today.

"Of course, I won't force you to change how you act or who you are. You've also got much more work to do, but that's all we've got time for today." Issei walked over and put his hands on her shoulders.

"Issei." Kuroka blushed.

"It's true. You're not some damsel-in-distress. You're someone who's worth it. You're not to be skipped over. You're someone who deserves to be treated with respect, love, and kindness. You're a strong, independent, amazing, and sexy young lady that shouldn't be ignored. You deserve just as much care and love that Lianshi has gotten." Issei lifted her chin up and looked her in the eye.

Kuroka bit her lip, holding back the emotional distress.

"Thank you so much, Issei." She bit her lip.

"No thanks are ever necessary for me." Issei softly said as he nodded.

"Hey, Bikou. I think you've lost your kitty. Come and get her before someone else takes her." Issei called said monkey.

(The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild OST – Mipha's Theme. End Song.)


(Jay Chou – Blue and White Porcelain ~ Instrumental. Play Song.)

When Bikou came running, he paused, his jaw dropping. As soon as he laid eyes on her, his eyes widened in delighted surprise.

"If you don't hurry and take care of her, another person might make a move." Issei narrowed his eyes at him.

"R-Right." Bikou gulped.

"Shall we get back to it? It's already 3:30pm." Kuroka checked her watch.

"I'll sit this one out. You two go on ahead." Lianshi smiled.

"R-Right." Bikou cleared his throat as he took Kuroka's hand.

When it was just Lianshi and Issei, the young lady decided to speak up.

"I think it was amazing, what you did." Lianshi said.

"What'd I do?" Issei faked his innocence.

"You can play innocent all you want, but I don't think it was Kuroka's idea alone, at the least." Lianshi gave him a knowing smile, lightly tapping his shoulder.

"I think she needed the push."

"I agree." Lianshi nodded.

"I also knew you wouldn't get jealous. In fact, I'm sure you feel the opposite." Issei said.

"True. Is it my turn to be honest?" Lianshi asked.

"Have you been stalking me?" Issei stepped away from her.

"Lefay and Izalana told me." Lianshi scolded him, pulling his ear

"Okay, okay, okay, I won't tease you like the others." Issei winced.

Soon enough, Lianshi let go of his ear and took a deep breath.

"So, I see that you've also been trying to help the two get closer." Issei rubbed his left earlobe.

"I try to. It's a little weird coming from me, but I can't help but feel guilty." Lianshi looked down.

"Why is that?" Issei asked.

"If you think about it, I'm a home-wrecker." Lianshi bluntly stated.

'Wow.' Issei was looked to the side, mouthing in awe at her blunt statement.

"Kuroka probably had more feelings and time with him than I ever did. Yet, when Mei-hou, er, Bikou came back, I dived into the picture. I took most of his attention and interest. I took away all the trips and affection that Kuroka deserved. She was even bold enough to confess how she felt before I did. I was about to agree to an arranged marriage, after all. In the end, I stole so much from her. I know that I'm in too deep to step out, nor do I want to lose Bikou, but…I know I've wrong Kuroka too." Lianshi looked downcast.

Issei understood her plight. Honestly, her situation mirrored what he thought he'd cause if he had tried to confess to Vali.

"I think you're too hard on yourself." Issei said.

"Huh?" Lianshi looked at him flabbergasted.

"You're not a home-wrecker, Lianshi. If you were, Bahamut's senses would've sounded the alarm and I'd have done to you what I did to Argina." Issei shrugged.

"What'd you do to her?" Lianshi glared.

"Not important. The point is that you didn't really do anything wrong. Yeah, your timing was a bit off, but at the end of the day, this is something that was going to happen no matter what. That's the thing about polygamy. You can't be everywhere and do everything at the same time. It just comes down to what you're willing to agree upon and compromise." Issei chuckled.

He still remembered all the polygamous relationships he'd had in his past lives and how they went.

"But, all the tensions that I caused…" Lianshi started.

"Can be resolved if you and the other two can come to terms. Nothing's gonna be perfect and you'll always feel guilty for taking someone else's precious time. However, if you love the same person, then that's something you've gotta be willing to risk. You and Kuroka agreed to share him. All you can do is do your best not to impede each other while also supporting each other if you're not out to keep Bikou all to yourself." Issei finished.

"But we don't know what'll happen. What if he only chooses one of us in the end? What if someone else enters the picture? How do I even repay Kuroka for all the patience she's shown?" Lianshi asked.

Issei understood her point and he had to admit, there was no perfect solution to this.

"There's no real solution or perfect answer to your situation, Lianshi. I can only tell you to do your best and to have patience. Compromise and communicate with the others. That's how relationships work. Communication is the key. If you feel something, you've gotta tell the others so that you can find the working result. As for this guilt, then I think it's something that you don't have to worry about. Kuroka doesn't hold it against you. It's just your selfless part speaking. I remember how you were willing to throw everything away for your family. Look at the issues that could've happened." Issei chuckled with Lianshi.

"It's fine to be slightly selfish sometimes. Everyone deserves to be happy." Issei comforted her as Bikou and Kuroka came back.

(Jay Chou – Blue and White Porcelain ~ Instrumental. End Song.)

"We've gotta go try a new ride together." Kuroka excitedly pulled Lianshi along, leaving Bikou and Issei in the dust.

Issei then turned to Bikou, dropping his smile.

"We've gotta talk, don't we?" Bikou asked.

"Yes, we do." Issei exhaled.

He sat down on the bench again, patting a spot for him to sit down.

"So, considering we're both straightforward, I'll be direct. How do you feel about them?" Issei gently asked.

"At the moment…I love them both." Bikou admitted.

(Naruto Shippuden OST – Nostalgia. Play Song.)

"Can you say it's equal?" Issei asked.

Bikou didn't respond.

"I understand how you feel. I've had harems in some of my past lives. It's never easy. So, let's address your problem." Issei stretched.

"I…feel like I don't offer much." Bikou said.

"Why is that?"

"I've got two beautiful and amazing women in love with me. They fawn over me and I do my best to reciprocate but sometimes…I don't know. I'm worried about what'll come out of this relationship. If we have kids, what'll happen? How'll they feel when they find out that their dad has two wives? How'll they feel if I give attention to one and not enough to another? I can't be everywhere at once and I don't have the solutions to everything. It's just worries about the future." Bikou leaned over in thought.

"I understand where you're coming from. You're worried about the future effects of polygamy. But, Bikou, you can't predict everything. Life is unpredictable. It can take you anywhere at any time. Anything can happen in any order at any time at any place. All this fretting is warranted, but you shouldn't ignore the factors that'll affect it." Issei nodded.

Bikou looked at Kuroka and Lianshi playing a game nearby, smiling at them.

"Life is something that you shouldn't do alone. You need other people to get through certain things. As for this harem, it's something that you've gotta compromise on. You're the key factor in the equation. You're the main target of love in this triangle. You need to be the one who addresses these issues and relieve them. If not, then you're going to be like a ton of other polygamists. You'd just be another hormone-driven animal. You'd just be another stereotypical modern guy. I don't think you want to be that kind of guy." Issei said, chuckling.

"No, absolutely not." Bikou shook his head.

"Good. If you were, I'd have blasted you into atoms already." Issei chuckled with him.

"Still, I think you need to be forward. You've gotta become aware of what's troubling your lovers. You need to treat them seriously with respect. Never take them for granted, either. That's not loving them. That's just taking advantage of them. You need to become more aware, Mei-Hou. If not, you'll just end up hurting them because you feel bad about yourself or don't feel like you deserve them." Issei said as he got up.

Bikou nodded.

"Thank you, brother." He said.

"It's my honor." Issei smiled back.

(Naruto Shippuden OST – Nostalgia. End Song.)

He walked away, deciding that he should take a minute to stroll alone. He took in the sights, wanting to get every single experience in. Besides, there were only so many talks he could do. It was time to refresh himself.

He won some toys for some kids, helped pay for an old couples' rides and meals. He also suggested some places for newlyweds to go. Throughout that entire time, Issei laughed and danced his way through it, enjoying as much as he could.

'Why do you do that? Talk to and treat strangers like friends?' Rexis asked.

'Why not? Life is short for us humans. Live life to the fullest and don't get so caught up in the little things all the time. If you can help, why not? There's no harm in helping good people and innocent strangers. Enjoy life while it lasts.' Issei laughed in his head.


Alrighty, that ends this one too. Now, on to the last of the triple-chapter update.