~At Rito's House~Morning~
I was in the living room, sitting on the couch in my school uniform. Everyone was getting ready for school, so I decided to wait while watching something on TV. While at it, I notice Nana in her school uniform walking downstairs, rubbing her back with one hand and having a somewhat weary expression in her face.
Ionas: Hey, Nana, something bothering you?
She approaches me.
Nana: *Weary* It's my back. All that work at the mansion put a lot of pressure in it. It really stings...
Ionas: I see... You know, there is something I can do about it to help you.
Nana: Really? What is it?
Ionas: *Smile* Come sit beside me on the couch, and I'll show you.
{Momo's POV}
I was walking downstairs, after getting ready for school, and was about to reach the lower floor.
Nana: *Pained Moan*
Momo: Eh?
I approach carefully, with my back against the wall, and try to hear from behind of it.
Nana: *From Inside The Room* *In Pain* No... Stop! *Pained Moan*
Ionas: *From Inside The Room* You know that I HAVE to do this. Now stay still.
Nana: *From Inside The Room* *Pained Moan*
Momo: *Shocked* ...
It's happening what I think is happening?!
Nana: *From Inside The Room* *In Pain* No, I can't... No more!
Ionas: *From Inside The Room* Give me some time, and the pain will stop soon, I assure you.
Nana: *From Inside The Room* *Pained Moan*
Momo: *Shocked And Flustered* Ah... Aah...
I rush inside the living room, incredibly worried about Nana.
Momo: *Flustered And Upset* What the hell are you doing to my sis-?! *Confused* Eh?
When in front of the couch, I see both of them sitting on it, with Nana's back facing Ion, and him having his hands on her shoulders.
Nana: *Startled* M-Momo? You startled me! Why the fuss?
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Umm... What you two were doing exactly?
Ionas: Nana said her back was in pain, so I offered to give her a back rub. I'm quite good at it.
Nana: *Irritated* More like a total pain! I thought for a moment that you will shatter my shoulders and back!
Ionas: *Somewhat Annoyed* I know how to massage people! If I don't bring the necessary pain on the known areas, then there is no point in doing it to begin with!
He was just massaging her?! I seriously thought that he was-!
Ionas: Anyway, you sounded like you were expecting to see something else, Momo. *Raises An Eyebrow* What were you thinking exactly we were doing?
Momo: *Blush* *Sweat Drop* Umm- Well- I...
How do I respond now?!
Ionas: *Realization* Ah- *Laughter Which Slowly Becomes Louder And More Hysterical*
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Wh-Why are you laughing like that all of a sudden?!
Ionas: *Falls On His Back And Keeps On Laughing Like A Maniac*
Momo: *Sweat Drop* ...
I have a feeling he realized what I thought this was about. I feel so embarrassed... Yet so annoyed!
~Later At School~
After finding the chance to shake the VMC off my back, I went on the way for Rito-San's class, in order to see him. While walking, I was thinking about this whole situation with Nana and Ion. I still can't accept the fact that Nana likes someone like him. I mean, I know he was of great help so far, and that he is nice to most people, but so is Rito-San! Ion just happened to be at the right places the right moments, that's all! He is not really that special! I must be overthinking this. Mikan must have just misunderstood their case. They are just friendly to each other. Not really close on THAT aspect. Yes!
Momo: *Notices* Hm?
Being close to reaching Rito-San's class, I notice Nana, watching from behind the corner the class's entrance from afar, while trying to not be spotted, waiting for something. Could it be that she is actually waiting for Rito-San?! I approach her from behind, without her noticing me.
Momo: *Smile* Do you happen to be looking for Rito-San as well, Nana?
Startled, Nana turns around fast and looks at me.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Wha-? Of course not! I'm waiting for Ion!
Ion that moment comes out of the class and notice us.
Ionas: *Smile* Oh, Nana, what a surprise!
Nana: *Smile* Hey, Ion! Wanna go for a walk as usual?
Ionas: *Smile* Need to even ask?
And like that, they walk away together.
Momo: ...
Who am I even trying to fool? I guess I can't deny it anymore... Nana has eyes only for Ion.
Momo: *Sigh*
Also, the fact that he completely ignored me there, really annoys me!
~A Few Minutes Later~At The School's Courtyard~
I went to clean my face at the sink outside at the school's courtyard, while feeling troubled with the known fact. Why am I even feeling like this? I shouldn't really care that Nana will not join the harem. There are a lot of girls to cover that empty space, after all. Shouldn't I be happy for her? For finding the one?
Momo: ...
Maybe I feel that way because I don't really like that guy myself. I mean, he was quite mean to me a lot of times already. Giving me looks, that "know it all" attitude. And who can forget those awful tirades! That is the worst about him!
Momo: ...
Well, I guess if you get past those, he is not really such a bad guy. He did save us all many times, he worries for us, and he is even willing to give up his own life to protect us. Like Rito-San. But without that shyness of his. And with powers.
Momo: *Irritated* Hmm...
Oh ok, he is great! I admit it! Just like what I would like for my sister.
Momo: There is no point in denying it.
If that's who my sister wants, then I will not stand against that choice of hers. And since that's the case, I should try to be more friendly with him. Maybe that way, he will start having more respect toward me. Actually wait. Does he even feels the same way for her? That moment, I hear voices in the distance, and notice big sis.
Lala: *To Peke* But how am I supposed to talk to Rito?
Peke: I don't know much about human love either, so...
Momo: Big sis?
She turns around while I approach her, curious about their conversation.
Momo: What are you talking about with Peke-San?
*Skipping Known Scene*
~After School~
We were all walking on the way for home, after finishing school. Big sis and Peke told me their worry about her and Rito-San not having any real progress nowadays. So I told her, in a way at least, that she needs to be more aggressive in their relationship, so their love will not wither in the end. After all, for the harem plan to succeed, big sis needs to be the legal wife. And that will not be possible is she keeps being in the background. Oh, she is already making her move.
Lala: *Clings Onto Rito's Arm, While Walking*
Rito: *Blush* H-Hey, Lala!
Lala: *Playful Laugh* It's fine to hold arms once in a while, isn't it?
That's my big sister!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* What's with big sis all of a sudden?
Momo: *Smile* No idea.
I notice Ion looking at Rito-San and big sis, with a happy smile in his face. Wonder what he is thinking about it.
Ionas: *Happy Smile* (Aah, the good old times of To Love-Ru. What they reminded me...)
Well anyway. Now that I think about it, I could try supporting Nana with her little relationship as well from time to time. Also, I really want to learn how close she is with Ion so far. I go close to Nana, to whisper in her ear.
Momo: *Smile* You know, if you feel jealous you can do the same with Ion.
Nana: *Flustered* Wh-What are you even saying?! There is no way I-!
Ionas: *Curious* Hm? What are you two talking about there?
Nana: *Flustered* No-Nothing! Nothing at all, really! *Awkward Laugh*
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* ...* *Looks Forward* Ok then.
Momo: ...
I think I have an idea of what is up with these two exactly, but I better not be quick to judge just yet. For now, I will focus on Rito-San and big sis, and think about it later.
~At Home~
Mikan-San has returned, and was about to walk toward the living room. I was hiding at the moment, close to the wall that leads upstairs, watching in secret Rito-San and big sis.
Mikan: I'm home!
Now let's see how Mikan-San reacts. It will help me make something clear. When she reaches the living room, she sees big sis playfully hugging and clinging onto Rito-San, who was being flustered about it. After watching for a few seconds, she just walks past them, showing no worry or care at all.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* ...
Big sis... Just as I thought.
~Night~Just Outside Of The House~
I was just outside of the bathroom's wall, watching through the small, slightly open window, Rito-San, and big sis who just teleported herself inside the bathtub. I didn't expect her to try anything so soon. Before that, I tried to teach her through a game of mine in the computer about the adult way of expressing love, to progress their relationship further. But in the end, I couldn't do it. I couldn't just show something like that to my pure sister. I only taught her about the kissing part. I just hope-
*Ion Appears Suddenly In Front Of Momo*
Momo: *Startled* Ah-!
I quickly close my mouth to not make more noise than I want. Ion at the moment was chuckling silently after scaring me. He is such a pain at times!
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Ion, what are you-?!
Ionas: I was wondering about Lala's sudden "attachment" toward Rito, so I thought, "Momo's work", and decided to follow you around in secret, to see what you were planning, and to satisfy my curiosity.
What are you? A stalker?
Ionas: So, what are you watching through this window?
He says that while peeking through the said window, and sees both Rito-San and big sis in the bath together.
Ionas: ...
He moves away and looks at me again.
Ionas: Ok, I got the concept. But I still can't understand how it is any different, than the other times I heard about. *Raises An Eyebrow* Did you do anything, for it to eventually become different?
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Well...
That moment, we hear a commotion inside the bathroom, and peek together through the window, to see what happened, only to see that Rito-San and big sis ended up in one of the usual accidental positions, with his face placed in her- [;D]
Lala: *From Inside The Bathroom* *Blush* You're not supposed to do it there! I wanted you to kiss my lips!
Says as she jumps away. She then notices Rito-San being unconscious onto the floor and tries to help him.
Lala: *From Inside The Bathroom* *Sweat Drop* Rito! Wake up, Rito!
Ionas: *To Momo* *Amused* Heh. Typical.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* I agree...
Rito-San never ceases to surprise with those falls...
Momo: Anyway, Ion, I need to talk to you about something.
Ionas: Hm? What exactly?
Momo: First I have something to do. I'll come to your room later.
I start to run, wanting to reach Rito-San's room. I need to apologize to him for all that, before I do anything else.
~Some Minutes Later~At Ion's Room~
After talking to Rito-San about what happened with big sister, I went to Ion's room, so I can talk to him as well. He was sitting on the side of his bed, with his arms crossed, and I was standing in front of him. Not gonna lie, I'm a little nervous about this.
Ionas: Well, here we are. Now tell me, Momo, what is this about? I'm quite curious since you don't really like me that much, to actually imagine us having these kind of talks.
Well, can you really blame me?
Momo: I... I wanted to properly apologize for the behavior I showed toward you, all this time.
Ionas: Really now? *Raises An Eyebrow* And why is that, if I may ask?
Momo: I don't really like how we are now. I want us to leave all the bad in the past, and become friends. After all, we live in the same house. Not to mention that we face the same enemy. We shouldn't be divided like that.
Ionas: Not that you don't make a valid point, but I feel like there is also something else, for you to say all that.
Momo: ... I also just realized how lucky we are, for having you in our lives. You saved us already so many times, and I never gave you any actual recognition about it. Without you... Things might have never been as they are now.
Ionas: (You're right in more ways than one, actually.)
Momo: For that reason, I want us to stop thinking ill of each other, and actually try to be more friendly to one another. *Irritated* Especially you.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Me?
Momo: You must admit that you yourself were not very nice toward me some of the times. Thinking about it, you did more against me, than I to you.
Ionas: ... Oh alright, you are right on that one. *Rubs Head In Embarrassment* I... Can at least admit as much.* Very well.
Ion stands up.
Ionas: I will try to be more friendly and considered toward you from now on.
He offers his hands for a handshake, and I shake it.
Momo: *Smile* Me as well.
Ionas: Hope we will not regret this now. *Serious* Haven't forgotten about that other scheme of yours after all.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* I already apologized for that!
Well, at least I was able to convince him, without revealing anything about the main reason for all this. Not that I didn't mean all that, of course. Now, speaking of Nana...
Momo: There is something else I want to ask you about, before leaving.
Ionas: Ask away.
Momo: How do you see Nana?
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Hm?
Momo: *Sweat Drop* I mean, do you like her?
Ionas: *Smile* Well, of course I like her. Friends are supposed to like each other, after all. Else they wouldn't be friends, right?
Momo: I see...
Just as I suspected. He is completely oblivious of Nana's feelings toward him.
Ionas: Why the question?
Momo: Eh? *Sweat Drop* *Smile* Oh, just wanted to make sure you two are still in good terms with each other, that's all. Anyway, I'll be going to bed now. Goodnight, Ion.
Ionas: Goodnight to you too.
And with that, I teleported out of Ion's room.
Momo: *Sigh* Poor Nana.
To think the one she likes is that oblivious toward her. Can't let this as it is. Tomorrow after seeing how things will go with Rito-San and big sister, I will talk to Nana about it. Need to help her somehow.
~Morning~At School~
[We go straight to the part where Lala meets Rito in an empty area at school, and where he tells her that he can't kiss her just yet, that he needs time to think about things... I think you know the scene already.]
Lala: *Smile* I thought so! I guess it's like Nana said, Peke.
Rito: *Confused* Eh?
Peke: It seems that way, Lala-Sama.
Rito: *Sweat Drop* Nana? What are you talking about?
Lala: I talked with Nana yesterday.
[We are progressing again after this quick explanation, to the kiss on the cheek, and toward hidden Momo. God I HATE doing these constant skips! Let's move on to the point!]
Momo: ...
Big sis really doesn't understand... But, to think Nana was mature enough to say all that... Her time with Ion changed her indeed.
Kremant: Ha!
Momo: *Startled* Aah!
I turn around fast, and see Kremant behind me.
Momo: *Surprised* You!
Kremant: *Amused* If you only knew how similar to the actual thing this scene is, you wouldn't say that.
Momo: ... *Confused* What are you talking about?
Kremant: Nothing important of mention. But you-
Kremant dissappears, and reappears beside me.
Kremant: *Grin* To think you would actually make a truce with THE Ion, now THAT is quite surprising! Everyone in the Shadow Zone went crazy after seeing that moment! You, my friend, made their day. *Begins To Shake Both Her Hands In A Fast Manner* Congratulation! *Let's Her Hand, Which Now Hold A Flower Bouquet*
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Umm... Thanks, I guess?
Kremant: And since you were able to do that, you deserve a reward!
Momo: A reward?
Kremant: *Big Grin* Yes! And I know just the thing!
He snaps his fingers, and the flower bouquet in my hands, transforms into a big piece of paper, with something written in it. It looks like some sort of contract.
Kremant: Now here is the thing. The contract you hold in your hands, is quite a special case. If you sign it, I will get Ion off your back for good, and allow you to live your life like before.
Momo: *Incredibly Surprised* What...?
Kremant: *Grin* And to make this contract EVEN more tempting for you, I will also add as an extra, to make the insectbots say "bye-bye"! *Wink* I think you know what I mean.
Momo: ...
I am at a loss of words. He literally tells me that if I sign this, all my problems will go away... Just like that.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Wait, if you take Ion and the insectbots away, then what about your "show"? Won't it be meaningless without those to you?
Kremant: *Shrugs* A show is still a show, no matter how much it changes.* There is still potential in it, even without those two factors.
Momo: ...
This is indeed a really tempting offer. By signing this, I ensure that my sisters and I will be safe from the insectbots once and for all. While also forcing Ion, a known annoyance of mine, to disappear from our lives for good. And it will cost me nothing... With the exception...
Kremant: So-
That instant, a pen appears in one of Kremant's hands, and offers it to me.
Kremant: *Cheshire Grin* Do we have an agreement?
Momo: ... *Serious*
Having the contract in my hands, I take my choice, and offer it back to Kremant.
Momo: *Serious* Take it back. I will not sign this.
Kremant: Oh~? And why is that?
Momo: If I do this, I might rid myself of everything I dislike, but it would also mean that my sister will lose the one she holds dear in her heart. I can't do that to her. Cause if I do... I will never forgive myself for taking her one chance in love away like that.
Kremant: ... *Laughing While Clapping*
Why is he-?
Kremant: *Enthusiastic* Excelle~nt!
The contract suddenly vanishes from my hands.
Kremant: *Big Grin* You keep exceeding expectations, Momo!
Momo: *Sweat Drop* I-I don't understand. What did you-?
Kremant: I wanted to see how far you are willing to go, to get rid of what annoys you. The fact that you sacrificed your own happiness, in a way at least, for your sister's sake, by throwing away your one chance to remove a burden from your back... *Very Entertained* Now THAT is what I call a strong family bond!
Momo: ...
So, he was pretty much testing me? To see if I will make the right choice in the end?
Kremant: Indeed.
Momo: Oh right, you can read minds. But why-?
Kremant:You already know the "why".
A big colorful sign appears above of him that reads "ENTERTAINMENT".
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Right...
Kremant: Anyway, since you made the right choice, I guess I should give you an actual reward this time. *Thinking* What to give, what to give...* Ah, I know!
With a snap of his fingers, the pen he was holding, turns into a small chocolate pie.
Kremant: *Grin* I offer you this pie.
Says while handing me over the pie.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Umm...
Kremant: Dont worry, it's edible, and without unusual effects.
Still doesn't make it less suspicious!
Kremant: And also- *Looks Around Suspiciously, And Then Leans Forward, With His Face Close To Her Ear* *Grin*I have a piece of information you might need.
Momo: ... What kind?
Kremant: In two days from now, the insectbots are planning to make a big move against you all.
What?!
Kremant: They are gathering a large number of soldiers in their secret base. And they all seem quite determined. No need to mention they have a plan prepared for when the time comes. *Big Grin* I suggest strengthening your defenses, if possible. Cause the exact time of the attack is... The only thing I'm not saying, bye.
Kremant vanishes from sight as soon as he finishes that sentence.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* ...
Big sister and I have a lot of work to do again... I better focus on my other matters for now. I will deal with the insectbot case later.
~At The School Courtyard~
{Ion's POV}
I was with Nana outside, sitting together on a bench. She wanted to talk to me about something, and I could tell just by looking at her face, that it was of troubling nature.
Ionas: So tell me, Nana, what is bothering you and want to talk about?
Nana: It's something I talked about with big sis the last night.
*A Quick Explanation Later*
Ionas: I see. *Impressed* That was actually a very mature thing to say, Nana. Bravo!* But I still don't quite understand why the troubled face.
Nana: *Troubled* It's just... I mostly said that to help big sis understand how much of a serious matter such kiss is. But... For some reason... I felt like... Like I could suddenly understand how Rito feels about that whole situation of his.
Ionas: You know, that's actually the first time I hear you say his actual name.
Nana: Don't get used to it.
Ionas: And as for the fact you understand him, there are two possibilities. *Cheeky* The first, is that deep down you like him.
Nana: *Flustered* What?! I'd never-!
Ionas: And the second, that you simply sympathize with him. You don't see him anymore with the aversion you used to, and just now started to realize the struggle he is going through. You gave time to yourself to actually think about it, and that's the conclusion.
Nana: ... *Deep Thinking*
Nana appears to be very thoughtful about it.
Ionas: *Shrugs* Eh, but in the end what do I know, really?* That's only for you to decide, after all. What really matters right now is that you helped, I hope, your big sister from being immature about the previous fact. *Smile* It makes me happy to see you're developing into such a great person.
Nana: *Blush* ...
Nana looks at me for a moment, as if trying to tell me something.
Nana: *Blush* So... What about you?
Ionas: Hm?
Nana: *Blush* The k-kissing stuff. Do you think that couples should kiss only after they are married too?
Ionas: *Thinking* Well...* Marriage or no marriage, I would most likely go with the flow, really. I'm the simple, nice guy. When it comes to sensitive matters like that, if she doesn't want to, I will not pressure her to do so, and give her time till she is ready. That's what I think.
Nana: ... *Thinking* I see. (So, he is ok with either idea, huh?)
Ionas: You know, your sister Momo could learn some mindfulness from you. *Rolls Eyes* I mean seriously, that harem plan of hers is just-
Nana: Wait, harem you said?
Ionas: Yeah, you know. The one she has for Rito, so she and other girls can be with him. That plan.
Nana: ...
I look at Nana's empty expression, and then realize something.
Nana: *Shocked* She plans what?!
Ionas: *Surprised* You didn't know?!
Nana: *Serious* How could I?!
Ionas:I don't know! You're sisters, twins on top of that! Sharing secrets and stuff is like your- *Stressed* L-Look, Nana, don't mention to your sister I said anything. I was finally able to make peace with her. If she were to learn I betrayed that secret of hers-
{Momo's POV}
After walking around for a few minutes, I finally found Nana. But it seems she is not alone. I approach them both.
Ionas: *Notices* *Stressed But Smiling* Oh look, Momo is here!
Nana: Momo?
Nana turns around, and notices me as well. Also, is it me or Ion seems strangely stressed?
Ionas: *Tries To Stay Calm And Still Smiling* So, since you are here too, wanna share news about whatever?
Momo: Ion, do you mind letting me and Nana alone for a moment? I need to talk with her about something in private.
I look at him with a somewhat serious face, trying to make him understand how important this is.
Ionas: ...
Nana: *To Momo* *Somewhat Annoyed* Now look here, Momo, you can't just-
Ionas: *To Momo* *Big Smile* Ok, sure, no problem!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Eh?
Ionas: *In A Hurry* I'll leave you both girls to talk alone for now! See you at the next free period, Nana!*
Ion says that as he gets up and walks away fast. Thankfully he knows how to read the room.
Nana: *Annoyed* Wait, you-!
I hold Nana down with one hand to her shoulder to stop her from attempting to get up.
Momo: *Serious* We need to have a serious talk you and I, Nana.
Nana: *Looks At Momo* ...
Nana decides to stay, and I sit beside her on the bench.
Nana: Before you say anything, I have to say something to you first.
Momo: Eh?
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Is it... True that you are planning to make a harem for Rito?
Momo: *Shocked* ... How do you-?
Nana: *Serious* Ion just told me about it, thinking I already knew! *Disbelief* To think you were planning something so...
Momo: ...
Damn it, Ion! I was not planning to say anything to Nana about it! I will have a word with him later!
Nana: *Irritated* Now listen here! Rito is big sis's groom candidate! You can't treat this as if it was just one of your games!
Momo: *Serious* It's not a game!
Nana: Eh?
Momo: ... *Serious* I don't have any other way to make my feelings be accepted without causing trouble for anyone.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* ... (Wait... She is saying that she...)
I shouldn't bother after this, but...
Momo: *Serious* But enough of that. I know you're in love with Ion.
Nana: *Flustered* Wha-?! T-That's not-!
Momo: *Serious* You can't hide your feelings from me, Nana. I know exactly how you feel.
Nana: ...
Cause I feel the same way for Rito-San.
Momo: Look, as you can already understand, Ion is too oblivious for his own good, when it comes to love. If he could only understand your feelings for him, he and you would be a couple by now.
Nana: *Blush* *Sweat Drop* D-Do you think so?!
Momo: I say so! You know him for a long time now, and after going through so much together, even I can understand that you are destined for one another! But...
Nana: *Blush* *Sweat Drop* B-But what?
Momo: Ion is quite popular with girls at school nowadays. I hear from most of them talks about him everyday. *Sweat Drop* Some even went to the trouble to ask me directly if he has any girlfriend!
Nana: *Surprised* For real?!
Momo: Yes! I will not be surprised if he has some kind of fan club already.
And if he has, I already hate the fact that it didn't cause him any trouble yet, like mine does.
Momo: The way I see it, if you don't try to make a move soon, someone else will. And you will lose him just like that. Also, he is not a fan of the whole harem idea as I am, so forget that option.
Nana: Ion would never go with someone else! *Sweat Drop* Right?
Momo: I don't know. There is always the possibility that a woman might get his interest any time. *Serious* I suggest you to start actually trying to get that attention of his. Before it's too late.
Nana: *Troubled And Thinking* ...
Nana appears to be troubled. She is just so inexperienced when it comes to things like love. Hope I gave her enough motivation. Now...
~A Few Minutes Later~Somewhere Inside The School Building~
I didn't need much time to find Ion. We were in front of each other, and judging by the expression on his face, he knew he was in trouble. This is actually the first time I see him like that. I kinda like it.
Momo: *Upset* How could you?! Especially after talking about being more considered of each other!
Ionas: *Stressed* I didn't mean to expose your secret, really! I thought she knew about it!
Momo: *Annoyed* Well, now she knows. *Sarcastic* Thanks a lot.* I'm lucky I was able to convince her to not reveal anything to others!
Ionas: *Stressed* L-Look, I will make it up to you. Ask me anything.
Momo: ... *Mischievous Smile* Oh~? "Anything" you say?
Ionas: *Bored* Don't think of anything crazy now. I'm feeling bad about what I did, but not that much to let you decide for whatever crazy idea comes to your mind.
Momo: *Annoyed* Tsk. Fine. You're lucky I don't want us to have bad relations anymore. *Serious* But at least that much, you will do!* *Thinking* Now let's see...
What to ask of him. It should be something appropriate. But "what", is the question. Wait... That's actually not a bad idea!
Momo: *Smile* I just thought of a very productive idea.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Hm?
Momo: Remember those guys from the VMC, right?
Ionas: Your unwanted fan club, yes. *Possible Realizations* Wait... You will not ask me to go beat them up so they can leave you alone now, will you?
Momo: *Amused Smile* Oh no, nothing like that.* But, I know how much they avoid you every time they meet you, from that time you've beaten up one of their own.
Ionas: *Sigh* Need to remind me of that moment?
Momo: So, here is what I want from you. When I ask you to, you will always come with me, so you can act as my personal bodyguard against them.
Ionas: ... *Thinking* Hmm...* Ok, but only when I'm not with Nana. Don't want her feeling left out.
Momo: *Smile* Deal.
I offer my hand for a handshake, and he shakes it to show that he officially agrees.
Ionas: Do you need me for a "guarding" now that I'm free?
Momo: Nah, I'm good for now. I'll notify you when I'm in great need for your assistance. See you later!
Like that, I walk away, happy and having my secret plan safe again, while also gaining a guard against the VMC guys. Things couldn't have been better!
~The Next Free Period~At The School Courtyard~
{Ion's POV}
I was walking along with Nana outside. She told me about Mea's worry, that her secret of being a transform user being revealed might be bad for her. What an idiotic worry. And as for me, I told her about my special meeting with Momo.
Ionas: And now I have to be her guard whenever she wants. Well, could have been worse, I guess.
Nana: *Disbelief* I still can't believe that Momo was planning something like that all this time. It's just so-
Ionas: I know. I don't agree with it either. But, it's not like we can change how she sees things, can we?
Nana: You think that beast is actually ok with the idea?
Ionas: *Real Amused Laughing* He?! Fat chance! Unless Momo can change his character, there is no way in hell he will ever agree with such a thing!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* How can you be so sure?
Ionas: If we are to repeat ourselves, then it will be better to ask him directly yourself.
Nana: *Serious* I will!
And with that, we keep on walking.
Nana: *Stares At Ion*
Ionas: *Still Walking Along*
Nana: *Blush* *Turns Her Head Forward Again*... (Come on, Nana, make your move already! Can't let someone else beat you to it!) Ion, there is something I need to tell you.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow As He Looks Ahead* Is it about why Celine is riding a strange-looking vacuum cleaner?
Nana: *Confused* Wha-? No! Why would I-?
That's when she notices not far ahead of us Celine happily riding a big fish-shaped vacuum cleaner.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Oh, I see now.
One of Lala's many devices I bet. But no Lala around. Strange.
Ionas: Wonder what ridiculous name Lala gave for this one.
?: Oh, she-
Startled by the voice I suddenly hear behind me, I slap fast with the back of my hand his face.
Rito: *In Pain* OUCH!
Then is when I notice it was actually Rito, who was now holding his nose in pain.
Ionas: *Realization* Rito! *Annoyed* Don't you f*cking scare me like that, man! You know how wary I am!
Rito: *Sweat Drop* I-I'm sorry!
Nana: *Amused Giggling*
Oh my god, she is such a cutie when she laughs! Focus, Ion!
Ionas: You ok, buddy? Didn't break your nose I hope.
Rito: *Sweat Drop* No, no, I'm fine, don't worry about it.
Ionas: Good. Now, you were saying...?
Rito: Right. Lala named this invention "Go Go Vacuum-Kun Anglerfish".
La~me!
Rito: Celine knocked over a trash bin just a while ago, and Lala happened to be nearby, so she made it on the spot. I was afraid it would be another failure, but so far it's pretty amazing.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Couldn't she just help gather the trash back in the trash bin again, the normal way? *Annoyed* Why even bother with a device for something so simple?!
Rito: *Sweat Drop* Well, that's Lala we are talking about, after all.
At the moment, Nana appears to be looking around her, as if to see if there is anyone watching. She then stops, and looks at Rito.
Nana: *Irritated* You! You don't think about that harem thing seriously now, do you?
Rito: *Sweat Drop* D... Did Momo tell you?
Ionas: Actually, *Rubbing Head In Embarrassment* that was me. My bad.
Nana: *To Rito* *Annoyed* Womanizer!
Rito: *Sweat Drop* W-Well, as for that, I'm not really-
*Zapping Sound*
After hearing the strange sound, we turn our attention toward the fish vacuum. The machine seemed to be under some sort of malfunction, as it was just standing there, completely still. Celine was standing beside it confused.
Ionas: And it broke. Had to jinx it, eh, Rito?
That moment, it starts shaking in a weird manner.
Ionas: That can't be good.
~Meanwhile~
At the top of a building, two beetle-type insectbots are watching the school from afar, using binoculars.
Insectbot 1: It seems that odd looking machine is starting to act weirdly.
Insectbot 2: Yeah.
Insectbot 1: Think it's gonna explode? Looks like it will explode.
Insectbot 2: Nah... Probably gonna get crazy.
Insectbot 1: Oh yeah? Wanna bet?
Insectbot 2: ... Sure.
As they watch, Lala's machine starts to move around like crazy, till it decides to chase after Nana.
Insectbot 2: I win.
Insectbot 1: *Upset* BULLSCRAP!
~Back To Ion And Friends~
The machine suddenly started chasing Nana around for some weird reason.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* W-Why is it chasing me?!
Rito: *Sweat Drop* Nana!
Ionas: *Alarmed* Come on, Rito!
We run toward the device, when we notice it stopping, opening its mouth, and starting sucking the air in front of it in a forceful manner, stopping Nana where she is, and trying to pull her toward it. While still in place, me and Rito find the chance to grab it.
Ionas: *Alarmed* Got it! Keep it still!
Rito: *Alarmed* Yes!
I was about to strike it hard with one of my elbows, but then I notice something small flying fast inside its mouth, before closing it, and stopping sucking air.
Ionas: *Confused* Eh?
Rito: *Notices* *Flustered* Aah!
Ionas: What? *Looks At Nana*
Nana was down and facing the ground, butt high up toward the sky, and no panties. So that small object was... Oh my.
Ionas: *Epic Surprise* ...
Noticing Nana about to turn her head toward us, I quickly use one hand to cover my eyes, and hope that she will not get mad at me at least.
Nana: *Flustered* Y-You beast!
I hear her running toward us, and the moment I feel a pushing beside me, I uncover my eyes, and see Nana trying to strangle Rito with her arms, while he is denying seeing anything. Somehow, I avoided her wrath once more. Lucky me.
Mikado: Oh my, are you fighting?
We notice miss Mikado through an open window on the school building. Oh right, her infirmary is in this location, I forgot.
Rito: *While Choking* A mecha Lala made suddenly broke down and started malfunctioning!
Mikado: Lala-San's?
That moment, the machine jumps off our grip, and stops on mid-air, while sucking the air toward miss Mikado this time.
Mikado: *Surprised* Eh?
Ionas: *Annoyed* Oh no, you don't!
I create fast from my bones a big long hammer, and strike the machine from below, sending it flying high into the sky.
Ionas: *Annoyed* Enough with the stupid fan-service already! *To Nana* NANA!
Nana: *Looks At Ion As She Keeps On Holding Rito By The Neck*Eh?
Ionas: *Serious* Stop strangling Rito, and go with him to get Lala!
As she unhands him, I notice at the moment above the machine starting to fall down toward the ground again.
Ionas: *Serious* I will try to contain it till you are back. Now move!
Nana: Right! Let's-
Ionas: *Alarmed* WAIT!
Nana: Huh? What now?
I quickly use my bones again, to create panties, which I then extend toward Nana.
Ionas: I think you're gonna need this.
Nana: *Blush* Wait, y-you expect me to wear something that just came out of your-?!
Ionas: *Serious* Unless you prefer walking around without one!
Nana: *Blush* ... *Blushing And Upset* Damn it!
Nana grabs quickly the bone-panties from my hand, wears them fast, and runs along with Rito to bring Lala.
Ionas: *Serious* Miss Mikado, you will keep Celine for the moment, and I suggest you to close yourselves real good inside, while I take care of this. It might target you again.
Mikado: Ok.
Celine jumps to Mikado's arms.
Mikado: Take care!
And with that, she closes the window. I look up to the sky and see it about to reach the ground.
Ionas: Let's see if we can keep you in one place.
I jump upward, and extend one bone-tendril from my arm toward the machine. When it reaches it, I expand the tip of the bone, making it take a big round shape, covering the machine completely, and closing it inside its now ball-like bone-prison.
Ionas: *Smile* Alright.
I land onto the ground, with the bone-tendril still connected to my arm and the bone-ball.
Ionas: Now all I have to do is sit down and wai-
That instant, the bone-ball pulls me along with it forward at high speed.
Ionas: *Surprised* WHOA!
Damn it! I did not consider the machine will keep on trying to move, without anything to view! It moves around with such force, it hits, shatters and breaks anything in its path. It literally moves around like a f*cking pinball! I was involuntarily going along with it around the school courtyard for some time. Whenever it was about to hit some students, I was using force to change its path and avoid them, while hitting myself onto some wall as a result most of the time.
Ionas: *Angry* You f*cking piece of-!
While out in the open, and having had enough of that piece of GARBAGE, I force the bone-ball to shrink, crushing the machine inside by that way, and finally stopping its rampage around the school.
Ionas: I wanted to keep it in one piece, but-
Suddenly, the bone-ball along with part of my bone-tendril break and crumble.
Ionas: *Startled* What in the-?!
I quickly back away as the broken parts are drawn and absorbed inside a black orb, that must have been inside the machine, FOR SOME WEIRD REASON! I then notice Nana, Lala, Momo, Rito, and even Yami, coming toward me.
Lala: *Alarmed* Ah! My [Silly Named Machine] broke!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* Ion, I thought you said-!
Ionas: *Annoyed* Well, things got out of hand, and had to smash it! Now, Lala, *Points At The Orb* explain!
The orb at the moment was raising itself a few feet above the ground, and didn't take long for everyone around the school to notice it.
Lala: *Alarmed* That's a micro black hole!
Ionas: *Surprised* A f*cking what?!
Lala: *Sweat Drop* I was using it as source of power for [Silly Named Machine]. This is terri-
Ionas: Whoa, whoa, whoa, just a moment! *Irritated* You want to tell us, that you were using a LITERAL black hole, as source of power, for a vacuum cleaner?
Lala: Huh? *Sweat Drop* Well, yeah.
Ionas: ...
I start running toward Lala, about to slap her, but Momo and Nana stop me the last moment, with the first holding me from my front, and the latter holding my arm. Lala was cowering in fear while the other two were struggling to keep me in place.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Ion, no!
Nana: *Sweat Drop* You can't do that to big sis!
Ionas: *Angry* Let me! She needs to be taught a f*cking lesson in responsibility!
Lala: *Sweat Drop* I'm sorry! I was concerned about the suction power and-!
Ionas: *Angry* No excuses! You're gonna get it this time!
*The Micro Black Hole Continues Its Work, As The School Receives Slowly Damages By Its Gravitational Pull*
Everyone was watching with worry and fear the small black hole, and what it was doing to its surroundings.
Yami: I suggest focusing on that for now.
I give up on trying with the slap, and focus my attention at the small black hole, trying to figure out if I can do anything at all about it.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* How do we stop this?
Ionas: *Thinking* Not sure if I can push it away with my Force Push. I could instead try to zap it with my thunder, but I need time for that.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* This is not good. At this rate-
?: Telekenetic Convergence!
The moment we hear that, energy surrounds the small black hole, and then notice Oshizu pointing at it. Oh right, I forgot she has psychic powers.
Nana: Oshizu!
Oshizu: *Serious* I'll suppress it with my telekinesis and extinguish it!
Ionas: *Real Surprised* Wait, you can do that?!
[The scene proceeds like in the anime. Oshizu is having a hard time, and on the verge of erasing her existence in the process to save everyone, Mea comes at the right moment to shoot with her laser the weakened micro black hole and make it vanish, and pretty much revealing by that way her secret to the entire school to save them. And of course, Yami gives a heartwarming speech for her, and bows along with her in the end, resulting in an eventual massive applaud from everyone in the school, to Mea's great surprise. Do I even need to say how much I hate these shortcuts?]
Nana: *Smile* Didn't I tell you, Mea? There is no one here who would mind.
Mea looks around with a smile in her face, seeing that she was wrong about worrying.
Mea: *Smile* Thank you, Yami-Oneechan. That's the first time you've called me your little sister, isn't it?
Yami: I'm... Not really...
We then all hear a clapping, and notice Tearju looking at Yami while clapping and tearing in happiness. Yami blushes, brings out her wings, and then flies away.
Nana: What's up with Yami?
Momo: *Sweat Drop* *Smile* It seems she suddenly got embarrassed. But seriously now, Ion...
Ionas: Hm?
Momo: If you didn't break big sis's invention, none of this would have happened.
Ionas: *Annoyed* Ah, don't look at me! It's Lala's fault for using something so dangerous as a power source to begin with! Also, Lala, *Angry* DON'T YOU DARE DO THAT AGAIN!
Lala: *Sweat Drop* I-I will not, I promise!
Ionas: *Sigh* Good grief...
At least no one really needed my help this time. Kinda feel useless, though... I'm going for intense training again later. I'm in serious need of more powers! I notice at the moment Mea talking to Oshizu about something, and then offers her hand for a handshake. Aah, they are bonding- Just when Oshizu was about to touch Mea's hand, it turns into a fake Maron (Haruna's Dog).
Fake Maron: Woof!
Oshizu: *Screams In Terror*
The moment she screams, her psychic power, as usual, gets out of control, and I notice Nana being lifted, with Rito being close by.
Ionas: *Serious* Nope!
As soon as I notice the usual pattern of the situation, I grab her by one of her legs as soon as she is thrown toward Rito, pull and swing her quickly forward, and throw her up to the sky.
Nana: *Screams In Surprise*
I then bring my arms in front of me, and let her fall safely in them, giving her the old "princess carry" by that way.
Ionas: *Smile* Hey there, little princess.
Nana: *Blush* ... *Flustered* Wh-Wh-?!
Ionas: No worries!
I put her down on her feet immediately.
Ionas: *Wink* I know the drill.
Nana: *Blushing And Upset*
Nana upset starts to childishly punch with both her fists my breast.
Nana: *Upset* Don't you just throw me in the air like that!
Ionas: *Chuckle* I'm sorry, it was the heat of the moment, really.
What a day so far this is! But, I still hope for some relaxing moments later, though.
~In An Unknown, Underground Facility~
The insectbot captain was in the information room, checking the progress in the great computer so far.
A-H-R-1: Not good. It appears they are not losing spirit the way I expected. And those defenses of theirs are being extended more and more every day. Our scouts can't approach without getting shot down by their turrets. Not to mention the barriers. *Serious* Soldier!
A random beetle-type soldier gets inside the room and salutes.
Insectbot soldier: Yes sir!
A-H-R-1: *Serious* I need report from our Master Engineer about that research of his. We are in need of a solution to our main problem, and I'm not sure how patient our great lord is.
Insectbot soldier: Right away, sir!
The soldier leaves.
A-H-R-1: *Thinking* If there was just a-
*Loud Beep Noise*
After the noise, the captain notices a message on the computer's screen.
A-H-R-1: Now what is this supposed to be?
He opens the message, and after reading it, surprise fills his face.
A-H-R-1:The sergeant! *Serious* Someone call the sergeant immediately!
After some time, the sergeant comes in the room, and see the message as well.
B-R-200: *Confused* A "special event" it says?
A-H-R-1: Yes. In two days from now, an event of some kind is going to occur at the Sainan High School. It says that because of that event, our targets will be weakened, and more vulnerable than usual. Even their defense system will be weakened by that event. Not to mention that the chaos it will create, will be a great cover for us. It has exact date, time, and everything.
B-R-200: *Surprised* Where did such information come from?
A-H-R-1: That's the thing. The location it was sent from is unknown. I tried to find the source, but it's like it doesn't even exist. Also, another strange thing about this message... Is the emoticon below.
The captain scrolls down the message, and reveals a winking emoticon.
B-R-200: *Even More Confused* ... Ok, I have no idea what is that supposed to mean.* But in any case, what should we do? Trusting this unknown sender doesn't seem like the best option. It might be a trap from our targets themselves!
A-H-R-1: Most likely. *Thinking* But...
The captain seems thoughtful about it, as he is looking at the emoticon.
A-H-R-1: I think we should check, just in case. If this information is legit, it would be a waste to no use it to our advantage. It might help us end this war sooner.
B-R-200: *Concerned* But, sir, the risk is great!
A-H-R-1: *Serious* One I am willing to take, sergeant! We will investigate that "special event" when the day comes, and then decide if it's really worth our trouble! THAT is what I order!
B-R-200: ... *Salutes* Very well, sir. I do agree that this war takes much longer than it should.
A-H-R-1: Good you see it that way too. Now-
The captain takes out of a secret pocket in his thigh a small touchscreen, tablet device, in which he begins writing in incredibly fast pace something.
A-H-R-1: I have written everything I think necessary for the mission ahead.
The captain offers the tablet in the sergeant's hands.
B-R-200: *Reads Some Of It* *Real Surprised* You want HOW many soldiers!?
A-H-R-1: Those numbers are necessary, sergeant. We need to be sure with what we are dealing. Make sure our soldiers will not bring lethal weaponry with them. We need our targets intact, if we are to be truly successful. Now if only-
That moment, the soldier from before comes inside the room with haste.
Insectbot soldier: *Salutes* Sir! I have your report!
A-H-R-1: From the Master Engineer?
Insectbot soldier: Yes, sir! The research is complete!
A-H-R-1: *Smile* Excellent news! Our winning probabilities have just been increased significantly!* *Serious* Begin production immediately! For in two days... We attack!
~The Next Day~After School~
We were on our way for home after a mostly normal day at school. Everyone at the moment, with Lala as exception, were looking at me with questionable faces.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Ok seriously, why you look at me like that?
Nana: *Sweat Drop* There are time I really can't understand your humor.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Laughing at Tearju-Sensei like that again was just way too impolite of you this time.
Ionas: That's what this is about? I was not really laughing at Tearju. I was laughing at the way Yami backstepped at incredible speed to avoid her, when she got too close and giddy over her. *Amused Pfft* Even now I try to not laugh at that image.
Nana: *Sweat Drop* How is that supposed to be funny?!
Ionas: *Smile* It was just so random and different from the usual stuff.* Normally, we just see Rito falling over girls. It was funny at the start, but now it's just boring. That was a nice change for once.
Rito: *Tearing Over His Bad Fame*
I start patting his back to comfort him.
Ionas: One day it will stop happening, friend. One day.
Probably not, but we can hope.
~Later At Home~
I was in my training room, doing the usual intense training. No new power so far.
Ionas: *Frustrated* Damn it! How hard and for how long must I train to finally have a new power here!
This is getting too frustrating! Maybe I should make new rooms, some more obstacles, and enemies. That should be enough, right?
Ionas: *Sigh*
That moment, the portal activates, and notice Momo coming inside, with her hands behind her back, as if trying to hide something.
Momo: *Smile* Oh, Io~n.
I have a bad feeling suddenly.
Ionas: *Raises An Eyebrow* Hello there. What do you need?
Momo: We just received a phone call from Oshizu-San. They need help in Mikado-Sensei's clinic. They are busier than usual today, so me, along with Rito-San and Mikan-San are going to give them a hand. Mikan-San even called Yami-San to help.
Ionas: And she accepted?
Momo: Yeah.
Ionas: *Amused* Heh.
Of course she will accept if Mikan is the one to ask her to. Typical Yami.
Ionas: Well, I guess I can give a hand as well, if they are really that busy.
Momo: *Smile* Great! But, there is just one thing.
Ionas: Hm?
Instandly, Momo brings her hands in front of her, and reveals she was holding a strange gun behind her back all this time, which she now points at me.
Ionas: *Startled* WHA-?!
Before I react, she shoots, zapping me with its beam.
*Ion Is Covered By Light*
Momo: *Giggle* You'll have to come as a-
*The Light Fades And Reveals The Results On Ion*
Momo: *Sweat Drop* E-Eh?!
~Later At Mikado's Clinic~
{Author's POV}
[We are going straight to the moment in the manga, where Momo brings inside the room Rito, in his female form and in a nurse outfit, continue through Mikado's teasing, and end at Mikan's joke.]
Rito (Female): *Sweat Drop* Quit it!
Momo: *To Tearju* *Smile* Mikan-San is such an S toward Rito-San at times.
Tearju: *Sweat Drop* Really?
Yami: Momo, don't give Tear any strange ideas.
Oshizu: *To Momo* Say, where is Ion? I thought you said he was coming with you.
Momo: Huh? What are you saying? He is right-
Momo notices that Ion is nowhere.
Momo: *Sweat Drop* ... Wasn't he with us when we went inside the clinic?
Oshizu: I saw all of you, but not him.
Momo: ... *Smile* Give me a moment.
Momo leaves the room with haste. After a minute, steps can be heard out of the room.
Momo: *From Outside* *Annoyed* Come on, don't act like a child now!
Ionas: *From Outside* *Strangely Seductive* No way! Not like this!*
Oshizu: *To Mikan* Is it me or he sounds strange?
Mikan: *Sweat Drop* Just wait till you see him.
Momo: *From Outside* *Annoyed* You promised you will help! You will not leave them like that, will you?
Ionas: ... *From Outside* *Strangely Seductive* Ah, fi~ne!*
Momo gets inside the room again, with a smile on her face.
Momo: *Smile* Everyone, I give you, Ion!
Ion steps inside, and Oshizu along with Mikado and Tearju look at him with surprise. His skin, along with his hair were white like the snow, and the said hair was reaching the shoulders and was straight. At the top of his head two long white horns were present, and his ears were pointy. His body was somewhat more thin than before, and his face was in a way different. It had, as some would describe, a devilish beauty on it. [Like the one a vampire usually has as an example.] His eyes were dark-red, and a charming smile was decorating his face. He was also wearing a white lab coat, and a somewhat thick white pointy tail could be seen coming out of a hole in the said lab coat, just above of the backside.
Ionas (White): *Proudly Seductive* I am so ashamed. I look and sound like a pansy!*
Mikado: You don't sound so ashamed, though.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Don't be confused, dearie, it's one of the side effects.*
Momo: *Smile* Other than the way he looks, he is incapable of talking in a negative manner. There are also times he addresses people in a rather loving way, calling them "dearie", "sweetie" and so on. He also can't stop smiling.
That moment Ion starts to strongly, and gleefully pull Momo's ear.
Momo: *Somewhat In Pain* *Awkward Smile* Unfortunately, he can still act the way he actually feels.*
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* You and I are gonna have a nice, one-on-one later.*
Momo: *Sweat Drop* *Smile* I know you mean that differently, but it really sounds like you are trying to hit on me.
He pulls Momo's ear even more, to her displeasure.
Ionas (White): *Very Delightfully Seductive* Would you like me to do it literally, sweetie?*
Momo: *In Pain And Troubled* I-I will make it up to you later, I promise!*
Ion let's her ear free, and she starts rubbing it to ease the pain.
Mikado: How did he end up like that?
Mikan: Momo-San wanted to see how Ion would look like as a woman, so she used the invention on him as well. *Sweat Drop* But she forgot things don't work the same way on him like in normal humans, and that's the result. He was so ashamed of how it turned him, that he ran straight to Rito's room, and then jumped out of the open window, just so Lala and Nana won't see him like that.
Mikado: So, what would normally change his gender, turned him into this instead. *Interested* Fascinating. *To Ion* If Kremant did not put that illusion barrier in your system, I would gladly run some test on you.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Of course you would, beautiful.*
Ion slaps himself.
Ionas (White): *Joyfully Seductive* Cut it out already!*
Oshizu approaches Ion and looks carefully at his face.
Oshizu: You know, you kinda remind me of those vampire movies, looking like this. The difference is that your skin is completely white, not just pale. *Smile* Say, do you have the teeth as well?
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Nah.*
Ion shows a full grin, to reveal his still normal teeth.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* I already checked. The only thing that is normal here, my dear.*
Ion that moment turns around and faces the wall, seemingly in shame and anger.
Ionas (White): *Elatingly Seductive* I hate this way of speaking, SO much! I prefer the chibi form over this!*
Mikan: *Sweat Drop* (Poor Ion. It must be a real torture for him.)
~Later~
{Ion's POV}
I was put at the reception along with Yami, where we should welcome the ones who will be then listed as patients. Why must I even BE in this position?!
{Flashback}
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Jokes aside, where my help is needed?*
Mikado: *Thinking* Hmm...* *Smile* You will be placed in the reception along with Yami-Chan.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Alri- *Realizes* Wait a moment, you want me to go where I will need to interact with multiple people, dear? You DO realize the state I'm in, right?*
Mikado: *Smile* I know, it's the perfect job for you! Everyone likes meeting a charming personality at the reception desk first.
Ionas (White): ... *Delightfully Seductive* I will spare you of my tirades this time, because you need my help.*
Mikado: Tirades?
Momo: *Sweat Drop* Don't ask!
{End Of Flashback}
Ionas (White): *Seductive Sigh*
Yami: Please refrain from using such noises.
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* Yami, dearie, you know I would do as such, if I could. Don't make it look like I'm doing it on purpose now.*
Yami: ... At least it's better than dealing with your out of control self.
I place my head onto the desk out of depression.
Ionas (White): *Elatingly Seductive* DON'T, remind me~!*
She might not show it, but I bet she enjoys reminding me! Anyway, after a few minutes, many different alien people, some disguised and some not, start to come inside the building. There are already so many!
Ionas (White): *Excitedly Seductive* Oh boy. This is gonna be tough.*
But look at that variety of species in front of me! Truly a huge universe! I must ask one day Lala, when we have the available time, to help me travel this vast universe of theirs. It will be a great experience!
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Alright everyone, I want all of you to make two orderly lines over here, so we can offer you the appropriate service. And before anyone gets the wrong idea, no, I don't mean it the way you think I said it, it's just my way of speaking. Now, the first one please.*
~Some Minutes Later~
So far, everything goes smoothly. No complaints, and no unnecessary comments about the way I talk so far, oddly enough. I was writing down the name of another alien customer at the moment.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* And done. You will be after the scaly guy over there. Hope you will not wait long, my dear sir.*
Current Alien Patient: *Sweat Drop* Th-Thank you.
I still get strange looks against me due to the way I speak, though. So f*cking annoying... Also, now that I take a better look at my line of alien people, there is a strangely big number of females there. Or at least those I think as females. Not really sure in the end since they are aliens. Anyway, probably just a coincidence.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Next on the line, proceed.*
The next person walks in front of my desk. It was a beautiful, tall woman with pale skin, pointy ears, silver long hair, blue eyes, and seemed to be around 20-25 in age. Her bust was average, and so was her backside. She was wearing some kind of formal dress, with a color combination of white and black. In a way, she kinda looks similar to my current form. Wait, I notice two distinct fangs coming out of her smiling mouth. Could she be an actual vampire or something similar? Better not think about it, and continue my work.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Please state your name and illness, or any kind of issue you might be facing at the moment, dear lady.*
?: *Vampire-type Accent* The name is Isabella.*
Oh my god, she even has that characteristic accent the vampires from the movies use! So cool!
Isabella: *Melodramatic But Calm Sounding* And as for my problem, I have a really great pain.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Sounds serious. Where exactly?*
Isabella: *Seductive* In he~re.*
She says while showing with both her hands the left breast.
Ionas (White):...
That sounded strangely seductive. Maybe I misheard because of my own seductive case.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* You mean the breast, or the heart? Need to be sure, dearie.*
Isabella: *Light Giggle* *Seductive* The heart, my good sir.*
Ionas (White): *Raises An Eyebrow* ...
Is it me, or is she hitting on me? Better just focus on my job, before judging anyone.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* I see. Do you happen to feel pain in any other places?*
Isabella: Now that you mention, there IS one more place. *Seductive* But you could say it's quite a... *Wink* Sensitive matter.*
Ionas (White): ... *Seductive* Are you trying to seduce me by any chance?*
Isabella: *Seductive* What if I am?*
So she really WAS hitting on me this whole time!
Isabella: You do the same after all. *Seductive* And guess what. It's working.*
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Look, lady, know that I'm not trying to actually seduce you or anything, It's just how I talk, really.*
Isabella: *Somewhat Surprised* Oh, really now?* Well, your speech might indeed not be what it seems, just as you say, but your eyes... *Seductive* Say otherwise.
Ionas (White): *Eye Twitches For A Second* ...
This suddenly got SO cringy! And I can't even properly show it with this current face of mine!
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* I will make it clear from the start to you, sweetie, that I'm not interested. Now, unless you actually HAVE a reason to be in this CLINIC, I suggest you to state it now, or allow the actual, Potential, patients to have their problems be dealt with any time this century, please.*
Isabella: *Somewhat Annoyed* ...* Very well then. I suppose I can give you some time to think about it. *Seductive* I will come back for you later, dearie.*
And like that, she leaves the building, while blowing a kiss at me.
Ionas (White): *Seductive Sigh*
She will not leave me alone as easily as I hoped it seems.
Yami: It seems you're quite popular even with aliens now, Ion.
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* Whatever.*
The next on the line approaches.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Name and symptoms, please.
I begin writing down the name and symptoms.
Yami: Guys usually wouldn't turn down an invitation from a woman like that.
Ionas (White): *To Current Patient* *Seductive* You'll be after that girl with the orange spots, good looking. *To Yami* If you're going to ask about the "why so", there are many reasons I don't want to with that one. But, the main reason is because I still need to make clear some things about myself, to myself. About my possible feelings toward a certain someone, to be more precise. Can't just get in any random relationship that comes in my way now.*
Yami: I see. You're a good guy indeed, Ion.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Is that supposed to mean something or-? Anyway, do not say anything to anyone, this time. The last thing I want is to cause a fuss about something that is not even clear, dear.*
Yami: I will not. *Notices Something* Hm?
I look to where she is looking at, and see Rito (Still Female) being grabbed, and touched inappropriately by someone who appears to be a literal dog-face alien. Gives to the whole "slobbering dog" thing a different sense. Still serious, though.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* So, want ME to do it or-?*
I notice Yami is not beside me anymore, and then that she was already taking care of things, by scaring the pervert away, using her transform ability.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Heh. Nice going.*
Next On The Line Alien Patient: *Annoyed* Excuse me~!
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Oops! A thousand apologies, my beautiful sir, for the waiting! Please state your name and symptoms.*
Now let's hope the day will not have any other annoying situations for me.
~Some Time Later~
Ionas (White): *To Current Supposed Patient* *Delightfully Seductive* No, beautiful, I'm not trying to seduce you. Now please state your name and symptoms.*
~Some More Time Later~
Ionas (White): *To Current Supposed Patient* *Delightfully Seductive* No, we are not offering that kind of service here, sweetie. Now, do you have any actual reason for coming here in this CLINIC?*
~Even More Time Later~
Ionas (White): *To Current Supposed Patient* *Elatingly Seductive* WHAT IN THE BEAUTIFUL WORLD DID YOU JUST CALL ME?! GET OUT!*
~A Bit More Later~
Alien Mom: *Smile* Say "hi" to the good doctor, sweetie.
Alien Child: *To Ion* Hi!
Ionas (White): ... *To Yami* *Seductive* Yami, dearie, you take the ones with children from here on. Don't want another misunderstanding like the last one.*
I really need a break after all this sh*t.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Next one plea-* *Delightfully Seductive* Ah, you again.*
The vampire-looking Isabella was once again in front of me. What a pain.
Isabella: *Smile* Well, I did say that "I will come back for you later", didn't I? Well? *Seductive* What did you decide?*
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Still not interested, dearie.*
Isabella: ... *Surprised* Seriously?
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Very. Now, if you're kind enough to let the ones with actual needs-*
Isabella slams with both her hands my desk.
Isabella: *Upset* Oh no, you won't give me that treatment! And what do you mean with "actual" needs? I have needs that count too!
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* Miss, I suggest you to not make a fuss about it, in front of everyone present.*
Isabella: *Annoyed* I will make as much fuss as I want if I have to! I'm not leaving just like that! You didn't even give me a chance!
Oh boy, she is really making it a much bigger deal than it's supposed to be. But, knowing how much trouble loves me at times, I have constructed a devious plan to get rid of her, with class. I push a little Yami's leg with my own, to give her the signal. She nods in response, and uses her hair to give signal to Mikan and Momo, to take their positions. Momo was oddly really willing to help with this little plan of mine.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* You know what? You're quite right, sweetness. I could at least give you one chance.*
Isabella: ... *Smile* Ah, so we have changed mind, eh, dearie? Well, I suppose it's understandable, your previous treatment. *Pompous* Your mind was clouded or something, with the sudden appearance of this beautiful woman in front of you, and couldn't really think straight till now.
What a f*cking narcissus.
Isabella: *Seductive* So-*
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Before anything is decided, I want us to repeat that part with the "heart" if you don't mind. It just had such a nice ring the first time*
Isabella: *Smile* I don't see why not. Go ahead.
Heh.
Ionas (White): *Real Seductive* So... Where do you hurt exactly, my good lady?*
Isabella: *Seductive* In he~re. *Shows With Both Hands On The Left Breast Like Before* *Wink* In the heart, my good sir.*
I slam with both my hands the desk, and stand up fast.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* In the hea~rt?!*
Isabella: *Sweat Drop* Eh?
I start ringing the bell on the desk like crazy, giving the last signal to Mikan and Momo. They both approach fast and suddenly, and grab Isabella from her arms.
Isabella: *Sweat Drop* Wh-What is the meaning of this?!
Ionas (White): *Seductive* This woman is in need of immediate check-up from Doctor Mikado! This might be more serious than she thinks! Yami, inform the sweet doctor of the situation, while our dearies here take the woman straight to her. She might even need surgery.*
Yami takes the desk's phone, and starts to inform the doctor of the situation.
Isabella: *Sweat Drop* W-Wait just a moment now-!
Momo: *Mischievous Smile* Please don't make this harder for yourself, miss.
Mikan: *Mischievous Smile* Yeah. We are just trying to help you here.
And like that, they begin dragging her against her will straight to miss Mikado.
Ionas (White): *Seductively Amused Giggle*
Yami: You are a mischievous one.
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Well, you have to admit that she was asking for it. Wonder how miss Mikado will deal with her.
After no more than two minutes, we see Isabella running while screaming out of the building in fear.
Ionas (White): *Amusingly Seductive*I must seriously ask miss Mikado what she did to scare her like that. Alright, enough joking around, next on the line please!*
~Later~
I was outside, at the back of the building, finally enjoying my long awaiting break. We had some time to receive any new patients in need, so those must have been all for today.
Ionas (White): *Seductive Sigh*
Unfortunately, I'm still the way I am. It is taking way too long for this to wear-off. I really want to go back to normal again. What if I have to go back home like this? What will Nana think of me if she sees me like this?
Ionas (White): *Excitedly Seductive* If only I just knew if what I feel is really-*
That instant, something pushes me down, with my back on the ground.
Ionas (White): *Soothingly Seductive* OW! What in the-?!*
And then I notice. Above of me, pressing me down with her body, was that Isabella woman, having a mischievous smile on her face.
Isabella: *Seductive* Missed me?*
I thought I took care of this problem!
Isabella: *Smile* Now, I can't say I liked very much that little joke of yours, dear. Did you really have to force my hand now?
I try to get up, but she forces me down with her hands again. She is a lot stronger than she looks!
Ionas (White): *Delightfully Seductive* Ok, seriously now, why you go to so much trouble for one man?*
Isabella: Do you even have to ask? Just look at yourself. *Seductive* Beautiful face, well built, a voice to love...
She begins that moment to caress one of my cheeks, while having a lust-filled look on her face.
Isabella: ... *Real Enthusiastic* This beautiful white like statue skin! I knew I must have you the moment I set my eyes upon you!
So, all that, because of my temporary real-white skin?
Isabella: *Smile* Just so you know, I belong to one of the biggest royal families on my planet. Choose to come with me, and I will make you rich beyond your wildest dreams! I will give you fame, a castle and servants to do your bidding! *Seductive* Not to mention nights to remember.*
Ionas (White): ...
You know, the funny thing is, if I was like my past self, I would most likely accept to all that without question. But...
Ionas (White): *Seductive* Look, all those offers are really nice... But-
That moment, light envelopes my entire body.
Isabella: *Sweat Drop* Eh? What is-?
And then, when the light vanishes, I notice that I was back to my original self.
Ionas: FINALLY!
Isabella: *Real Surprised* WHA~T?!
She immediately gets up, giving me the chance to get up as well. She was really confused about all this.
Isabella: *Real Confused* I-I-I don't understand. You were... And now you are... What?!
Ionas: I'm sorry, but this is how I actually look. What you saw was nothing more but a temporal transformation, because of a device's fault.
Isabella: ... How...Disappointing.
She falls down onto her knees while covering her face with one hand in disbelief.
Isabella: *Disbelief* I lost so much time trying to earn a ripoff!
Well, not that she is wrong, but I still feel kinda offended by that. She gets up, and claps her hands fast two times. Then at an incredible speed, a bunch of bodyguard-looking guys appear in an instant, along with a large spaceship.
Ionas: *Surprised* ...
Ok, where the hell did they all come from?
Isabella: *Awkward Smile* Look, dearie, it's not you, but me. It's just that I really want that glorious white like statue skin! You understand.
Yes. That you're nuts, and a sicko!
Isabella: I humbly bid you goodbye.
And as soon as they came, they left at the same speed.
Ionas: ... *Shrugs* Well, that's that I guess!
I start to walk toward the back door.
Ionas: I wonder if miss Mikado has any snacks in her clinic. I'm a little hungry after all that.
And like that, today's adventure is, hopefully, over. I wonder what crazy things the next day holds for me.
~At The Shadow Zone~
A big crowd of Reshaped ghosts are jumping around, and screaming like your usual fan-girls and fan-boys, while Kremant passes through, wearing black sunglasses. Then, a reporter-looking Reshaped starts to walk beside him, bringing his microphone close to him.
Reshaped Reporter: Mister Kremant, are you looking forward to the next day's event?
Kremant: *Grin* I bet you are talking about the "To Love-Ru" one, so I will say yes.
Reshaped Reporter: What do you think about Ion's odds? Will he be able to win?
Kremant: I have an idea of how this might go, but I will spoil nothing about it. I can say though, that he will have a }LOT{ to deal with. *Big Grin*
Reshaped Reporter: One last question, Mister Kremant. Would you really do everything that was written in that contract you gave to Momo, in case she ended up signing it?
Kremant: Well of course! And as any good offer dealer, I would do EXACTLY as the contract was saying. As it said, I would take Ion off her back, literally, by transporting him on top of her, and then taking him off her as well. And yes, I would tell him about the contract, to pretty much "throw oil in the fire", and burn completely their already bad relationship. *Small Mischievous Laugh*
Reshaped Reporter: And the part about the insectbots?
Kremant: I would make it simple, and make them literally say on their next encounter with the princesses "bye-bye". Anyway, not gonna answer more questions for now, so I will just say to you- *HIS FACE GOES SUDDENLY AND STRAIGHT TO THE CAMERA, WITH HIS USUAL CHESHIRE GRIN ON* See you real soon!
{Don't forget to check out for polls. Also, have you ever wondered where the idea of the insectbots came from? Time to know! The idea came from a Japanese short animation called "RoboDz Kazagumo Hen". The insectbots are an adaptation of the invading villains of that series, which their name escapes me so I apologize for this lack of Information. Go check out their episodes to understand further how the insectbots look like even in a way, and of course to enjoy their work. Too bad it's just a few short episodes, it had such a potential by my opinion. Anyway folks, see you all at the next episode!}