This is the 26th chapter of the crossover story. I don't own the series of High School DxD or the video game of Final Fantasy 13.
No flame reviews, seriously it's a bad rep and I have no tolerance whatsoever.
Town of Kuoh
Few minutes ago, the Hero Faction came at the park to recruit Virgil, but he simple refuse his offer only because they only cause trouble for the Three Factions and he'll be no better than them which Cao Cao didn't like his answer. The Hero faction was going to force Virgil which Fang, Vanille, and Noel intervenes by fighting them.
Now, Virgil have taken Cao Cao down with his swift 'Flourish of Steel' technique. The Hero Faction took defensive stance and tried to stand their ground against the those heroes of Gran Pulse. Heracles kept his guard up and take the burnt attack from Noel while Jeanne was knocked out by Fang and Vanille. Cao Cao then got slashed by Virgil with his 'Zantetsuken' technique. Right now, the three were in worse shape, but they still put up a fight despite that and the four have the advantage due to battle-experience and neither of them even compared to those monsters, Caius, and Barthandelus.
Suddenly, the strange fog around them began to surround the Hero Faction.
"It seems I underestimate your combat prowess." Cao Cao remarked. "You're not only physically strong, but you have a good mind as well since you and your friends have battle-experience. We're retreating for now, but I'm sure we'll meet again."
The fog then completely surrounds them from their view then disperse, taking them along with it and leaving the l'Cie's alone in the park.
"Well, that was something else." Fang said. "They sure put up a fight."
"Far as I know, that Cao Cao and this Hero Faction will cause more trouble along with Khaos Brigade." Noel added seriously.
"We should let those Three Factions know about this since the meeting is tomorrow." Virgil told them. "Something tells me this is going to be a serious problem."
Fang, Vanille, and Noel nodded with an agreement as they went separate ways and headed home.
Kuoh Academy
The next day, Virgil explain what happened yesterday to Kuroka, Koneko, and Asia, leaving them shocked when he told them about the Hero Faction recruiting him and tried to force him. He also told them that he got help from Fang, Vanille, and Noel since they've overheard their conversation and give them a good beating. Kuroka was extremely furious, Koneko was no better since her expression was turned to anger, and Asia gasped with worry but upset. They made an agreement since the Leaders of the Three Factions needs to know about the Hero Faction.
Few hours after school, Virgil, Issei, and Asia were heading to class. Asia then explains what happen to Gasper while he was gone. Virgil was surprised that she came up with idea by putting the paper on Gasper's head which it did help him calm down, but didn't get over his fears or gain a reputation as a vampire.
"Would've been cool if Gasper could've come to class, but I guess he can't wearing that paper bag." Issei pointed out.
"It's best if we let Gasper do it at his own pace, we can't rush things." Virgil told him.
"And I think it's just gonna take a little time." Asia added.
Virgil, Issei, and Asia turned their heads towards the voice of Rias and saw her standing a few feet away with Akeno right next to her.
"Hi, ladies. What's going on?" Issei asks with a smile.
"It's good to see you." Asia said, bowed her head while Virgil nodded Rias and Akeno.
"Perfect timing as usual." Rias said, leaving them confused.
"So Issei, Virgil. I've been looking for you two to see if you might possibly come with me after school today." Akeno said with her smile.
Virgil and Issei looked at each other with confusion, wondering why would Akeno want with them.
Town of Kuoh
After school was over, the clouds were gathering over at the sky, Virgil and Issei went towards where Akeno wanted them to go. Apparently, Virgil starts explaining about last night which Issei was shocked that the Hero Factions were making their move since they've tried to recruit Virgil. He was angry that the Hero Factions would try and force the white-haired l'Cie to join them.
But he needs to tell the Leaders of the Three Factions about this since the meeting starts tonight which Issei agreed about his option. Issei then noticed a shrine up ahead, much to his dismay which it spells 'Doom' for him.
"Hello Issei, Virgil." Akeno greets them, earned their attention when she revealed herself. She was wearing a shrine maiden outfit. "Thanks for coming."
"Hey Akeno." Issei greets back.
"Please forgive me. I apologize for the sudden invitation." Akeno said with a smile.
"Oh no problem." Issei told her while Virgil nods, following her up the rest of the way up the stairs. "Where's the President?"
"Right now, she's finishing up her last meeting with Sirzechs." Akeno replied. "She'll be here right after that's over."
"My parents are finishing up theirs along with my adopted family. They'll be at the meeting tonight." Virgil told her, earned a nod from her. "I take it you didn't have to be there?"
"No I did not, I had another job with a certain someone." Akeno replied.
Issei was left confused about a certain someone along with Virgil. As they reached the top of the stairs, they stopped when Issei look at the gate.
"I think I have to stop here." Issei told them, leaving Akeno giggled.
"Don't worry, we'll be fine in this place even if we are Devils." Akeno assured him as she continues forward. "After all, we have a special agreement behind the scenes."
Virgil then continues to follow Akeno. Issei was being cautious as he then jumps through the archway which nothing happens, he then follows them. Now in front on their eyes, they noticed a temple as they look at it with admiration.
"Go figure there would be such a cool shrine in a place like this." Issei said with awe.
"I take it this place is your home?" Virgil asks, earned a nod from Akeno.
"After it's previous god left, it remained unoccupied for a while. Then Rias manage to find way to get a hold of this place for me." Akeno told them.
"So this the Red Dragon Emperor and a l'Cie."
Startled, Virgil then drew out his gunblade and stood in front of Akeno, being on high alert.
"Hey, who's there?" Issei demands to the third person.
Suddenly, there was a bright light in the sky above them that glowed gold, putting Virgil more on edge.
"It's okay, Virgil." Akeno whispered in his ear, placing her hand on his shoulder.
"Issei Hyoudou and Virgil Farron, it's nice to meet you both." The new voice said. "Please Virgil, there's no need for violence."
As the light got closer to them, Virgil and Issei were amazed to see an angel coming down to him, Issei, and Akeno. What caught their eyes were twelve-golden wings that came out of his back, but there was another angel which happens to be a woman.
As the two angels got closer to the ground, the two became clearer. The first angel has an appearance of a handsome-looking young man with long blonde hair, green eyes, and has a halo on the top of his head. He wears a red robe with a golden cross on the front of his white lab, and golden shoulder pads with white sash.
The other angel has the appearance of an extremely beautiful young woman with curly blonde hair, voluptuous figure, and blue eyes. She wore a halo on the top of her head, white robe with a golden cross, and a golden shoulder pads with white sash.
"I am Michael." Michael introduced himself. "Otherwise known as the Chief of the Angels."
"And I am Gabriel." Gabriel introduced herself. "Like Michael, I am one of the Four Great Seraphs and I'm also your Godmother, Virgil."
Issei and Virgil looked at two Archangels with shock and awe, looking at the golden wings, but Issei looked at Gabriel with his lecherous grin, causing Virgil to bonk his head. However, Virgil look at her with a few shades of red blush on his face.
'What the!? Gabriel's as big as Kuroka is the breast department!' Virgil mentally shouts as he then shook his thoughts out of his head.
That got Akeno giggled a bit, thinking that it's cute when Virgil blushes.
"Your parents spoke highly of you." Michael said with a smile. "We felt relieved that you were placed somewhere safe, but we were devastated that you've disappeared since 17 years ago. However due to your return, you were now have grown and you were eligible to use magic and fight against strong enemies."
"Um...which one? I only have my family here and the other in Gran Pulse." Virgil asks with confusion.
"Your biological parents." Gabriel answered with a giggle. "I've remembered you ever since you're a baby, your mother, father, and I have grown fond of you. But what breaks my heart was that your parents sent you far away from the Church since they've told me about the dark secret of the Sigurd Institution. I was planning to adopt you and raise you as my own, but someone else have already adopt you and take you in. And what devastate me was that you have disappeared and never able to return which I believe that woman have used her strong magic to teleport somewhere very far away."
Virgil remembered that Lightning adopt him at the orphanage when he's a baby and raised in Gran Pulse 17 years ago as Gabriel spoke.
"But now since you have returned 17 years, I was very happy to hear the news and I wanted to see you." Gabriel said with a smile. "And look how you grown, you turned into a handsome young man."
That got Virgil blushed a bit when Gabriel told him as Michael reminds her what they're here for as Akeno leading Virgil, Issei, Michael, and Gabriel towards the main shrine.
Arriving inside at the main shrine, Akeno, Issei, and Virgil sat down on the wooden floor while two of the Archangels remained standing. Akeno sat on the side between Issei, Virgil, Michael, and Gabriel with her lips in a smile and her eyes closed. Both Issei and Virgil sat facing Michael and Gabriel while being at a few feet away.
The two teens scanned the two archangels before them intently. From what they have learned about Rias' information about those angels, they're the pure beings with white feathers, but their wings were gold, meaning they're the leaders.
'This guy is Heaven's Head-Honcho? Wait, if he's such a big deal, what's he doing here?' Issei mentally questions until he felt a surge that was coming from his left arm. Virgil felt something was wrong as he was about to draw his gunblade. However, he looked at Akeno when she dropped her calm expression by only opening her eyes. She shook her head, told him not to do it. Virgil reluctantly cooperates which he didn't think that those two have anything to do with it.
Then a large mass of light appeared in front of them.
Virgil and Issei gazed at it with wide eyes as the light faded about second later. In the light's place a sword that was floating and oozing with holy aura. It's appearance was similar to a European Sword was a guard that resemble four golden dragon claws sticking upwards, with a grey hilt, red diamond design imprinted on it surrounded by four blue lines that curved slightly and a golden pommel in the shape of a cone-like arrow. The blade is also notched three times on both sides on both sides near the bottom and the fuller, which reaches slightly above the notches, has a gold edge in the shape of a large pearl and the rest is colored purple.
Just seeing the design and the holy aura is coming off of it, Virgil knew that this sword is a holy sword which it gave off the same aura in between Excalibur and Durandal.
"Behold young pervert." Michael said, much to Issei complaining. "This is Ascalon. This is Holy Sword has also earned another name, Dragon Slayer."
"Wow, helluva nickname." Issei comment, leaving Virgil nods with an agreement.
"It is a name that sword's previous wielders quite capably earned. Many dragons fell to the power contained in this blade." Michael explains.
"That would explain why I was feeling on edge." Issei said, revealed his Boosted Gear.
However, Virgil felt like Issei's been targeted by the Archangels. Before Akeno react, Virgil then stood up and drew out his gunblade.
"Fear not, Virgil Farron, you and Issei were in no danger and we're not here to fight." Michael said with his gentle voice.
Virgil wasn't convinced. He may not have been the cause of it, but he is the leader of the Angel Faction, then he's held responsible for many things. He let the Cie'th roam freely in Kuoh, having the Sigurd Institution experiment on babies for the genetic DNA, and letting the Holy Sword Project play out. And for the icing on the cake, he even sent his biological parents, Xenovia, and Irina on a suicide mission.
"And how would I know if you're not lying?" Virgil demands, scowling at Michael.
"Because this weapon was sent to the Red Dragon Emperor on high." Michael replied, surprising Virgil and Issei. "And for the hope of assimilate it into his Boosted Gear. I have heard that Issei's reputation as the 'Weakest Host in History' and hope the might of Ascalon will give him the necessary strength in times and tribulation."
Virgil then raised his eyebrow, knowing that Michael isn't wrong about Issei being weak.
"'History's Weakest'? Well it's totally not for lacking of trying your angelness." Issei said, complains. "It's still really sucks for hearing this. But why would you give it to me?"
"Hear me, child." Michael spoke. "The time has come for all of us to work together. Or die trying. The Great War ended large scale fighting, but as you know, we still have small skirmishes. If this is allowed to continue, all will be brought to ruin. It is entirely possible a different power may attack us in all the confusion."
"Like what?" Virgil asks curiously, lowered his guard a little.
"There are more things than Heaven and Earth for our dreamt of in our philosophy." Michael replies. "And this upcoming summit will provide us with a great opportunity."
"For what?" Issei asked curiously.
"For the three great powers to forge an alliance, to put an end to years of senseless fighting." Michael answered.
"Is it possible?" Virgil inquires, put his gunblade on his holster.
"It would not be the first time. Long ago, we all came together and fought as one. We had to end the destruction caused by the Red and White Dragon's battle." Michael replies. "I beseech you oh Red Dragon Emperor. Please, help align the goals of the Three Great Powers."
Virgil stood silent for a moment. Akeno turned her head to him and spoke.
"Now Issei. This is the part where you accept his gift." Akeno told him.
"Ah, right. If it'll help out. Yeah sure totally." Issei said.
It sounds like Michael is serious about given Ascalon to Issei which it would help him out and help unite the Three Factions. Issei then stood up as Michael did a few simple motions with his hands and Ascalon turned on it's side before floating closer to Issei.
"Assimilating a Holy Sword? I mean, is that even possible?" Issei questions, looking at the Boosted Gear.
[The Sacred Gear follows the wants of it's host. If that is what you desire, it can tots be done.]
"Then lets get it done, Ddraig." Issei told him, restored his confidence as he then look at Virgil, giving him a nod.
[Alright then! Focus all your thoughts on the Sacred Gear.]
"Done." Issei said with his serious expression. He grabbed the handle of Ascalon and focus on assimilate the Boosted Gear.
[Match your wavelength to the sword.]
Again, he followed Ddraig's instructions. Trying to combine the surge of the Boosted Gear with the sword of the Ascalon in his hand. By doing this, this weapon is starting to glow as the holy aura flowed into the Sacred Gear. It passed through the Sacred Gear and the sensation of a surge flowed through Issei's body. However, it slowly turned and began to become more intense, causing Issei to scream. When it was over after the flash have disperse, the Boosted Gear now had Ascalon growing out of the front portion that formed as a long-ranged katar, causing Issei to gasp.
"They merged, incredible." Issei said with amazement.
"I have done what I set out to do." Michael said with confirmation. "And now I will take my leave."
"No, hold on!" Issei said, earned his attention. "Before you go, there was something I've really wanted to ask you."
"My apologies, but I haven't the time child." Michael told him. "I'll gladly hear you out. When next out paths cross."
"Promise you won't forget, okay?" Issei asks.
"Yes, you have my word." Michael said with a smile as he then turned to Gabriel. "Gabriel, you'll also take care of the other reason that we came here."
"Yes of course Michael." Gabriel said, bowed her head to him. "Please go ahead."
"Thank you." Michael thanked her, turned his head to them. "Til' then."
After saying that, Michael's golden wings opened and his whole body was wrapped by light. A momentary flash of light and a second later, the Archangel disappeared from the shrine.
Gabriel then turned to Virgil with her genuine smile as he spoke.
"Gabriel, what does he mean by the other reason?" Virgil questions. "Besides Issei having Ascalon."
"There is another reason why I'm here, Virgil." Gabriel said. "I have something for you that will help you aid during battles and in the future."
Then a large mass of light appeared in front of them.
Issei and Virgil then gazed at it with wide eyes as the light faded about a second later. In the lights place a long white trench-coat with golden accent on a collar and black accent both straps, a shoulder pauldron on the left side, white fingerless gloves with gold and black accents, golden vest, black pants, white knee-high boots with gold accents, and white faulds with golden accents. On the right side is a golden sword with black edge and the left side was a golden shield with black accents.
Virgil looked at the set with awe and he sense the powerful magic within.
"Behold, young l'Cie." Gabriel said with a smile. "This is Paladin, a set of armor is imbued with the soul of a Holy Knight. Guarding for a certain length of time will unleash a counterattack. This well-balanced shield is called Nemesis. Good for enduring hits and for deflecting while guarding. And lastly, this is sword is called Immortal Order. A well-balanced blade that raises both Magic and Strength."
"Whoa, that's amazing." Virgil said with amazement. "But why are you given them to me?"
"A goddess named Etro have chosen you as her champion and she wanted to give those set of armor and weapons to you for the battles in the future." Gabriel explains. "You see, Etro wasn't from around here on Earth which I am certain that she from another world that was called Gran Pulse, but she informed me that she's from Valhalla."
That got Virgil and Issei shocked when they've learned about Etro which to him, it's really unheard of.
"Valhalla? Like from the Norse Mythology?" Issei questions with confusion.
"I believe so, but it was also from Gran Pulse." Virgil told him, without looking at him.
"I think we're talking about both things." Gabriel told them. "However, the reason why Etro chose you is because you have a strong heart like your adopted mother. Only those who have a strong heart and you fought strong opponents like Kokabiel. Of course, the peace summit will begin soon and I know your biological parents will arrive to represent the Heaven Factions and your adopted family will represent Gran Pulse. We have the opportunity to form an alliance with Gran Pulse."
Virgil was speechless since Gran Pulse might have a chance to have new allies and they need a helping hand from the Three Factions by finding the nekoshou's. He then nodded, knowing that Gabriel was being serious about this and if it goes fighting someone whose stronger, he'll have to take that chance. Gabriel did few simple motions with her hands and the Paladin armor, Immortal Order sword, and Nemesis shield floats closer to Virgil.
He then first grab the Paladin armor, focusing on invoking them. By doing this, the armor, the sword, and the shield started to glow as the aura began to flow within him. It passed through him and the sensation of a strong surge flowed through his body, causing him to grit his teeth. When the flash have disperse, he was now wearing the Paladin armor, wielding Immortal Order and Nemesis.
Issei was amazed to see Virgil have a new set and Akeno couldn't help but blush with a smile, thinking he looks very dashing with that armor.
"Whoa dude, you look awesome." Issei compliments.
"Thanks, but this is amazing." Virgil said as he then turn to her. "Thank you, Gabriel."
"You are very welcome." Gabriel nods with confirmation. "I have faith in you and I know you'll become a strong young man in the future."
That got Virgil blushed as Gabriel then gave her Godson a hug, leaving him widen his eyes.
'This feeling...it's so...warm...and...fuzzy...' Virgil mentally thought as he then embraced her in return.
When they released their embrace, Gabriel then opened her golden wings and her body was wrapped by light. A flash of light and a second later like Michael, Gabriel have disappeared in the shrine. Issei sighed in disappointment and looking at Ascalon while Virgil looked at his new attire and his weapons.
When the meeting with two Archangels were finished, they went through the Japanese-style room as Akeno then prepared some tea for the two teens.
"So, you came to this temple with them to do magic or whatever on the sword and Virgil's set?" Issei asked curiously.
"Yes. We conducted a ceremony here that tailored Ascalon, Paladin, Immortal Order, and Nemesis specifications to the both of you." Akeno told him as she pass the traditional Japanese-style cup to Issei and Virgil.
"Wow cool, thanks a lot." Issei thanked her.
Akeno couldn't hide the truth from the two since they might have the right to know about her dark history as she spoke.
"There's something I have to tell you both." Akeno said with her sad expression, earned their attention which they see that something was off about her. "I'm the half-breed daughter of the Fallen Angel leader Baraqiel and a human."
That got their attention, fully listening to what she had to say. Akeno turned her body to them and continued.
"My mother was a shrine maiden. One day, she found a wounded Fallen Angel and nursed him back to health. She did her job well. They fell in love and soon enough, I came along." Akeno told them.
Virgil and Issei were staring at her for a moment with shock, feeling sad that Akeno was hiding her heritage after all this time. She then stood to her feet, stared at the two for a moment before turning around. Both Virgil and Issei then watched her removed her top clothing, letting it fall just enough to where her back was exposed. She then expand her wings from her back, leaving Virgil and Issei gasped when they saw two wings that were different of each side. The right one was a Devil and the left one was a black wing of a Fallen Angel.
"Those wings!" Issei exclaimed with shock.
"No way!" Virgil added with shock.
"Yes, I know. One from an Angel and the other from a Devil. Signs of my heritage that I tried to hide." Akeno said, unable to face them. Despising the her Fallen Angel side. "I grew up hating my Angel side. I jumped at the chance to become a Devil when Rias made me the offer, to spite father. Maybe it was my half-breed blood, but the results were a sad and garish mix between both type of wings. And what could be a better way to showcase my impure lineage? Some mismatched plumage."
Virgil and Issei couldn't believe what they just saw. Akeno was in a verge of self-derision.
"I never knew." Issei said.
Akeno turned around to face them, holding up her kimono so that her breasts were just barely covered.
"The truth is, I wanted to tell you both for such a long time." Akeno said, leaving Issei and Virgil gasped. "But you hate Fallen Angels. They were the cause of so much pain for you and poor Asia. And it almost killed you. Not to mention there attempt to destroy this town and the people living here."
That got their minds flashed of Raynare since they've first encountered her a while back.
"It isn't hard to guess what you two think of them." Akeno said with sad expression.
Issei and Virgil then lowered their heads to the ground, knowing that she might be right about the Fallen Angels.
"Akeno, I wouldn't say that I hate the Fallen Angels." Virgil told her. "But I dislike their actions. However, it's not my place to judge whether I hate them or not."
Akeno then smiled sadly since he gave her a blunt answer as Issei spoke.
"You're right, I hate Fallen Angels." Issei said with his serious expression, leaving Akeno's expression became sad. "But there's more to you than who you're dad is!"
Akeno then gasped with surprised expression because of his statement. Issei then looked at her with determination and truthful eyes.
"I'm sorry. Sorry for making things awkward." Issei apologize, scratching the back of his head. "I don't mean to be an ass all the time."
"No, forget I said anything, I don't things to get weird between us." Akeno said.
"Not gonna happen." Issei told her, stood up along with Virgil.
"I agree with Issei on this." Virgil nods with an agreement. "Nothing's going to change."
"Hey, you never know. My apparent congeniality could just be a mere façade. A tactic to distract you from the fact that I'm Half-Fallen Angel." Akeno stated with her sad smile.
"You can't try to convince us that you're a bad person and you know it." Virgil pointed out.
"He's right, there's no way you're convincing us that you're a bad person." Issei agrees.
"Oh, but it's true. I'm a terrible woman." Akeno told them.
"That's bullshit!" Issei exclaimed. "As far as I'm concerned, you're one of the most awesome women a guy like me can hope to meet."
That got Akeno gasp with shock of Issei's statement as he then scratch his head with a nervous smile and spoke.
"What I'm saying is I do totally hate Fallen Angels and all that, but it doesn't matter that you're a Half-One, ya know? I mean, you're still you, Akeno and like, you're terrific! No, you're better than terrific! I mean, you're strong, you're smart, you're refined, and to be honest, you got a killer rack! You're not just an awesome woman, you're awesome at being one too!" Issei said to her, causing Akeno to look at him with shock. "Wait, did that come out right?"
"Um Issei." Virgil called, earned his attention when he point his finger at her.
Issei then look at Akeno as she then smile while her wings disappeared.
"You said everything right." Akeno said as she began to shed a tear in her eyes. "You say sweet things like that. And what's a girl to do?"
With that, Virgil then began to leave the without saying a word with a smile. He knew that Issei got things under control which he believes that Issei would be there for her.
When he left the shrine as he was about to head home, he saw Rias coming his way as she began to look at him.
"Virgil, what are you wearing?" Rias questions with shock and a blush, admiring the white-haired l'Cie's attire that seemed to be like a Holy Knight.
"This is called a Paladin. Gabriel gave me this." Virgil answered. "Apparently, this was sent originally by Etro because she chose me as her champion which I have to put it to good use during the future battles."
That got Rias shocked about Virgil's answer. She wanted some answers about Etro, but she might be able to look it up at the encyclopedia as she spoke.
"Is Issei still in the shrine?" Rias asks, getting a nod from her as she then began to head towards the shrine while Virgil then heads home.
Kuoh Academy
The next few days at Kuoh Academy, today is the day for the peace summit to commence and Virgil's adopted family will be arriving soon when decides to wear his Paladin attire, carry his Immortal Order sword and his Nemesis shield. He also decides to take his gunblade with him in case his sword broke which it's a smart gesture. Yesterday, he heard that Gasper was making some good progress when he stops the volleyball in twenty tries which it's better than nothing. However, Gasper is still lacking confidence since it's still needs work, but Issei was still having some perverted thoughts, much to his irritation. Gasper sometimes came to his house for training which Virgil have given him some basics of controlling his time ability and learn the basics of combat in case he ran out of power.
Also, Issei have told Virgil about Rias which he knew that she's grown jealous, but decides not tell him only because of his obliviousness.
With the protective barrier that surrounds the school, the Angels, Fallen Angels, and Devils surrounds the whole school outside the barrier. When he arrived inside at the old school, Rias, Akeno, and Issei were surprised that Virgil was wearing his new attire, but Kiba, Koneko, Asia, Tosca, and Gasper stared at him with awe while Kuroka then began to lick her lips seductively with a smile.
"You look really dashing, my mate." Kuroka said, earned a blush from Virgil.
"Where did you get that armor?" Kiba asked, standing up along with Gasper, Asia, and Koneko.
"This was sent by Gabriel." Virgil answered. "The goddess named Etro wanted to deliver this armor to her. I think she probably her to gave this armor to me."
"Wait, who's this Etro?" Rias asks.
"Etro is the goddess of death and chaos, enthroned from Valhalla." Virgil told her as she was about to speak. "Before you say anything, no we're not talking about the Norse Mythology. She only mentions in the lore of Fabula Nova Crystallis."
That Rias and her peerage shocked and curious about the lore which they might find out more of Etro and the gods from Gran Pulse. Until, the portal opens as Lightning, Snow, Sazh, Dajh, Fang, Vanille, and Hope have come out of the portal as it closes. They then look at Virgil which they're surprised of his new attire as his adopted uncle spoke.
"Not bad Mini-Man." Snow said with smile, gave his thumbs up.
"Yeah, you look totally badass man." Kiba agrees with approval.
"You look very nice." Vanille added with a smile.
Sazh, Dajh, Fang, Tosca, and Koneko nods with an agreement as Lightning spoke.
"Where did you get that?" Lightning questions her son.
"Gabriel gave it to me at the shrine few days ago." Virgil explains. "But, it was originally from Etro."
"And she chose you at her champion?" Lightning asks, earned a nod from him. "Listen, we'll talk about this later, but right now, the meeting the meeting was about to begin."
With that, they nodded with an agreement as Rias then turned to Gasper.
"Gasper, behave yourself while we're gone." Rias told him.
"Okay." Gasper said while hiding in the box.
"I don't mean to scold, but if you activate your power, it'll stall negotiations." Rias informed him gently. "And we don't want that, I hope you understand."
"Yes ma'am." Gasper said to her, popped his head up.
"Whoa, an elf!" Dajh said with shock, causing Virgil to chuckle.
"No, he's a Dhampir." Virgil corrects him.
"But Koneko is going to stay here and take care of you, isn't that right Koneko?" Rias said to her.
"Yes, of course." Koneko answered simply.
"Hey dude. Go easy on Koneko." Issei said when he walks to him, passing the portable game consul to him. "And you can borrow this."
"Awesome, thanks a lot Issei. I'll try not to let you down." Gasper thanked him.
"I also stocked up on some snacks for us." Koneko added, placing the box of sweets and chips which it pretty much for herself.
"And one last thing before we go." Issei said as he then give the paper bag to him. "Where it as mush as you want, dude."
"Sweet thanks." Gasper thanked him.
"Hey, anything for you buddy." Issei said with a smile.
This situation is a bit awkward, but Issei everything he can to help Gasper. Both he and Virgil just really wanted to help him.
When they arrived at the Staff Conference Room, Rias and the others were standing in the front of the door. She then knock the door and a second later, she then enters along with Virgil and the others. They looked at the room to see a round and gorgeous-looking table. Surrounding and sitting at it were people who they recognize. The atmosphere is really serious since the meeting was about to begin.
The people sitting at the table were Sirzechs, Serafall, Azazel, Michael, and Gabriel. Standing behind the two Devils were Sona and Tsubaki. Standing behind the two Angels were Irina, Cornelius, and Griselda. And lastly, standing right behind Azazel were Vali, Kalawarner, and Mittelt.
When Xenovia entered the room, she gasped when she saw Virgil's biological parents and her former friend.
"Irina?" Xenovia said.
Irina glared at her before looking away with disgust. Cornelius was much kind and give her a friendly nod while Griselda then gave her son a nod.
Virgil then give his biological mother a nod. Issei then looked at Vali. Two hosts of the Twin Sky Dragons destined to fight one another. Lightning then began to take a seat since the spot was empty while Virgil, Hope, and Snow then stood behind her.
"Everyone's here, this is my sister Rias and her retainers." Sirzechs said, broke the tension by introducing his sister and her peerage. "And this is Lightning Farron, Snow Villiers, Sazh Katzory, Oerba Yun Fang, and Oerba Dia Vanille. The Six Heroes from Gran Pulse."
"And this is my adopted son, Virgil Farron." Lightning added, introducing her son. "As you know, we've come here as representatives from Gran Pulse and would like to make a discussion to form an alliance with the leaders of the Three Factions."
Gabriel then give her Godson a wave, earned a nod from her which Serafall didn't like that as she then give the Archangel a dark glare.
"Serafall, remember what we're here for." Sirzechs warned her as he then turned to them. "They're the ones who fought against Kokabiel during his surprise attack a few days ago."
"That is a rather impressive feat. I thank each one of you for all of your hard work." Michael gave his thanks to Rias, her peerage, Virgil, Tosca, Kalawarner, Kuroka, and Dajh.
"Once again, I apologize." Azazel said with his brazen expression. "It seems one of my boys caused you a bit of trouble."
His attitude made Rias and her peerage, Kuroka, Tosca, and Virgil scowl at him. Lightning and her friends give him a displeased look.
"Now that the participants are represented, let this summit commence." Sirzechs said to everyone at the table.
For the first order, Rias and Sona then began to explain the incident by going the detail about the recent attack from Kokabiel and the fight to stop him. Rias and Sona were talking with their calm manner as the Leaders of the Three Factions and the Six Heroes from Gran Pulse listened carefully. Virgil knew the story while listening since this atmosphere was growing intense. However, they've learned from Griselda which they have the right to know that God and Four Devil Leaders were killed since the Great War long ago which Irina was horrified as she was about to deny about the report, but Cornelius stopped her by raising his arm in front of her. She looked at him and saw his expression. That face he made and the silence from Michael and Gabriel was enough to tell her that it was the truth.
"The rest of the details regarding the incident between Kokabiel and my household can be found in my official report." Rias said, finished explaining.
"As a witness, I Sona Sitri, confirm the veracity of the report given by Lady Gremory." Sona said.
"I, Cornelius Quarta, Grand Exorcist of the Church of God, can confirm not only as a witness, but partook in the fight." Cornelius said to the leaders and Lightning.
"I, Griselda Quarta, can also confirm as a witness and partook in the fight." Griselda added.
"I, Kalawarner, can confirm as a witness and took part of this fight." Kalawarner said professionally.
"I, Dajh Katzroy, have also to confirm as a witness and I also took part of the fight." Dajh said to the leaders.
"I, Virgil Farron, a l'Cie, have confirmed as a witness and took part of the fight." Virgil added.
"That will be all." Sirzechs told the two girls. "Thank you very much."
"Great job, ladies. You make me so proud, Sona." Serfall said to her sister. Sona tried her best to ignore as she followed Rias back to the wall.
"Perhaps the Governor-General of the Fallen Angels would care to share his opinion of their report?" Sirzechs suggested as they turned to Azazel.
"Kokabiel went rogue, therefore, my thoughts on the incident are irrelevant." Azazel said after letting out his smirk.
"So he acted entirely on his own?" Michael questions.
"Well, he never had my permission if that's what you're asking." Azazel simply answered, chuckled. "But something tells me the damn fool wouldn't tried to destroy the whole town if he knew I was staying here. I've grown quite fond of this quaint little place."
"But that doesn't the fact that you've put my adopted son into this fight, Azazel." Lightning said with her serious expression. "Do you have any idea how much mess you got him into?"
"Please stay calm, Lightning." Sirzechs assures her as he then turn to him. "And Azazel, try to stay on topic if you please."
"It's true I got your boy here in this fight, only because I ask and give him information about Kokabiel and what his agenda which we already know that it's obvious." Azazel told her. "Kalawarner have informed me that Kokabiel was sliced into two because of Virgil which I was impressed of his capabilities. You should be proud of your son, not try to blame me."
Lightning didn't look very happy since her sister did give her a good lecture as she about to speak to him, but was stopped by Virgil when he placed his hand on her shoulder, telling her that it's okay.
"What I find most troubling about the attack itself is his motivation." Michael told the Governor-General. "It seems that he was rather dissatisfied with his status quo."
"Yeah, the war ending halfway through was stuck in his craw." Azazel agrees with a smirk. "What he wanted was perpetual combat. But at this late stage in the game, I have no interest in the war."
"That's not something that troubles me." Virgil steps in. "What I'm more interested as to why would the Cie'th were here on Earth? Kokabiel was the one who sent those Cie'th into the fight."
That got all eyes on him.
"Like Azazel said, Kokabiel was a warmonger and it led him to bring the Cie'th here on Earth. They were originally from Gran Pulse which it's not new to us, but what troubles me is that those Cie'th have come here on Earth and try to go on a rampage." Virgil explains.
"I'm also troubled about that as well." Serafall added with her serious expression on her face. "Rias and Sona have explained this situation about it since the Cie'th have been causing trouble."
"Well, that wasn't exclusive to my Faction." Azazel shrugs, making Serafall upset.
"Again, I ask that we stay focused on the matter at hand." Sirzechs told him, looking at Azazel. "After all, that is why we convened here."
"Spare the verbosity, won't you? Let's just make peace and be done with it." Azazel told him.
That got everyone surprised of Azazel's sentence which Virgil just don't know if he's either serious or just being a bit stupid and try to pick a fight.
"That's the purpose of the grand summit, isn't it?" Azazel questions. "Of course it is."
Kuoh Academy, Occult Research Club Room
Meanwhile at the Occult Research Club Room, Gasper was sitting on the box playing the game while Koneko was sitting on the sofa eating her snacks. He was starting to get anxious and worried.
"I'm worried." Gasper said with a sigh. "I hope their okay. What if the summit turns chaotic and war breaks out? And...And then, everyone dies! I can't take it!"
Gasper then quickly cowers and put on his paper bag.
Koneko then stopped eating her snack, looking at the door which she knew something is wrong.
The magic seal then came outside of the old schoolhouse as the black robed figures were floating towards the building with their menacing smile.
That's it for the 26th chapter. Sorry about the delay.
