Hey everyone, Merciless Sun here with the next act of the Wanderer Saga: How To Start A World Tour! In the previous act, Isaac and the DxD harem defused a Civil War between the Phenex and Gremory families, discovered Raynere was part of the Khaos Brigade, and in an act of heroism, both Isaac and Koneko surrendered themselves to the Khaos Brigade, resulting in Isaac losing his Rebirth Gear, and now being visite by a vision of Ragyo Kiryuin, and Koneko starting to grow older along with her powers being unleashed. In this chapter, Rias and the counsel will see what the Mirror of Lucifer will become at the pond in the mountains, and Rias will discover who Clark really is. Enjoy!
-Apartment, 4 Days Later, 630 AM, Rias' POV-
Quite a bit has happened after we found Sigrun: Akeno has stayed with Baraqiel due to a civil war brewing between the loyal Fallen Angels and Rogue Fallen Angels who are furious over our alliance; Sigrun has been visiting us sometimes; and Kiba is still hunting for Freed Selzan with Xenovia and Irina, but the Destruction and Mimicry variants of Excalibur they possessed have been stolen.
But today, we have our weekly meeting with Azazel, my brother, and now the Valkyrie, Makellos. Isabel, Asia, Ravel and I just woke from my alarm, and I said, "Good morning, everyone. Ready to finally meet the Valkyrie?"
Isabel replied, "Yeah. I can't wait to actually get some answers on how to get Isaac back."
"Same here, but we have to be tactful. Sigrun doesn't want Makellos that she is alive, so we'll ask her like if we're oblivious."
"I will, but I wish she would just talk to her."
Asia then commented, "Didn't you say it's been 8 years since Akeno last talked to Baraqiel? Just give it some time. But let's get ready."
We all took showers, and at 730, left for Kuoh Academy.
-Kuoh Academy, Entrance Hall, 30 Minutes Later, Issei's POV-
Ugh, I'm so tired. I shouldn't have had Matsuda and Motohama talk me into that hentai marathon. Oh well. At least I get to see Rias walk in. I saw her walk in with 3 blonde girls. Weird. Where's Akeno at? And that orange haired guy that's always following her? Whatever. I think I know what I'm doing today. Hehe.
-Conference Room, 10 AM, Rias' POV-
Isabel, Ravel, Asia and I just walked into the room for our meeting, and I saw Serafall, Sona, Tsubaki, my brother, and Grayfia. Sirzechs said, "Rias, it's good to see you. We had brought the Mirror as you requested."
"Great. Now we can get some answers on where the Khaos Brigade is at all times. And Grayfia, how are you holding up?"
She replied, "Much better. I will have to thank Master Fennis when he returns."
"Right. And it'll be soon once Makellos comes."
Sona said, "How so?"
"I heard from my own sources that Valkyries can access all 9 Norse Realms, and Isaac is being held in Niflheim, the hardest to get into. I shall ask her when-"
Just then, the door was opened by a man with long white hair and beard wearing a black robe, and a woman with long pink hair in a braid wearing a black leotard. Sirzechs stood up, and said, "Lord Odin, such an honor to see you."
"Well, one of my Valkyries, Rossweisse, was taken by the Khaos Brigade last week, so I am here to offer my support. And this is Makellos."
She said, "It's a pleasure to meet you all."
I said, "Nice to meet you as well. Please have a seat."
-Outside the Room, Issei's POV-
I was crouching outside the room with my camera recording Rias. What the hell are all these strangers doing here? Just then a man with black hair appeared as some kind of hologram. What in the hell is happening here?
Through the cracked door, I hear that hologram say, "Alright, if everyone is here, then let's get this meeting underway. Azazel has informed me that he, Akeno and Baraqiel are busy fighting the Fallen Angels, however, Azazel informed me that he has a gift for you in his lab."
Rias replied, "Curious. What else?"
"Next up….Hold on, a Wanderer is calling me."
A minute later, I see a box appear next to me. I open it, and inside is a note that reads, 'I'm glad you found us. Don't tell Rias about this, and I'll get you pics of amazing women. But first, in the box is a cloaking bracelet. I want you to listen in and be a lookout for Rias.
Clark Kent.'
I then put it on my wrist, and I turn invisible! Holy shit! Now I can really see Rias naked later! But for now, I better watch to see what else happens.
The guy then said, "Alright, Rias, where is Kiba?"
"He just reported Freed took both Excaliburs from Xenovia and Irina. They are both fine, but they are still on the hunt. It seems a Bishop Galilei Vulper is in charge of this group of raids, which is unsettling."
"I would say so, but I'm confident Kiba will finish this. Next up, Michael is preparing an offense against the Khaos Brigade. And Sirzechs, where are we with our separate business regarding the Mirror?"
"I delivered it to the pond, so after the meeting, we shall solve that riddle."
Rias replied, "Finally. And then the final thing is the arrangement with you, Makellos. We had recently discovered the wielder of the Phoenix, Ariz, has been taken by the Khaos Brigadeto the Realm of Niflheim. I was hoping you could help us get there."
She answered, "I can't help you there. It seems there is dark Magic blocking any entry to Niflheim. However, I will help fight in any way possible."
"Dammit. I welcome your help though."
The guy then said, "Well, if that is all, then our meeting is all done. Good work, everyone." The hologram then vanished.
Shit, everyone's getting up. Time to get back to class!
-Rias' POV-
Everyone except Serafall, Sona and Tsubaki stayed, and I said, "Well, while we can't save Isaac, let's get to the pond."
Odin asked, "What do you mean?"
"Over the weekend, we found a pond that could 'reveal the treasures of all worlds,' and it required the Mirror of Lucifer. Now that we have it, we can finally get...somewhere. I'll be honest, I don't know what this will do."
Grayfia teleported us all to the mountains, and I saw the Mirror in front of the pond. I grabbed it, and said, "Alright, let's see what this does!" I then pointed it towards the pond, and both shone so bright no one could see anything! The light finally vanished, and the Mirror broke. "That…..That's it?! No weapon? No dimensional shortcuts!? I just want to GET MY BOYFRIEND BACK!"
Just then, an echoed voice said, "Subject: Boyfriend Back. Scanning….Unable to locate Sacred Gear or wielder. Please state your subject."
Odin asked, "What is this sorcery?"
The pond answered, "I am the Vector of Yggdrasil, an entity assigned by the Will of the World Tree to track all Sacred Gears in all worlds, local and foreign."
I said, "Wait. Search for the Rebirth Gear, and its wielder, Isaac Fennis!"
"Searching….Unable to locate either subject."
"NO! Look again!"
Sirzechs said, "Rias! Please go home. I'll let you know of any updates. I'm curious about this new discovery."
"But I-"
Isabel put an arm around me, and said, "Come on. We already have a way to get there, but you'll have to be patient. Let's go home, everyone. I have a few stories to tell."
"I...Fine. Please come with us, Lord Odin." I then made a Magic Circle, and teleported us back home. Everyone was on the couches while I went to change.
-Apartment, 20 Minutes Later, Rias' POV-
I just got dressed in a blue shirt and jeans, came into the living room, saw Isabel selecting a record, and said, "Sorry about the wait. What have you chosen?"
"Well, I chose an interesting record, Highschool of The Dead."
"Oh, sounds interesting. I'm sure you will appreciate that, Lord Odin."
He smiled, and said, "Just Odin is fine."
I sat down next to Isabel, who put an arm around me, and we started watching the High School of the Dead series.
-Ymir's Castle in Niflheim, Isaac's POV-
Well, yet another day of Kuroka sitting in front of me while I'm singing and slowly losing it with my demons….So damn boring! Over the past few days, a beard started growing. I said to Kuroka, "So what is Vali planning today?"
She replied, "Honestly, I don't know anymore. He doesn't include me in these attacks."
"Why is that?"
"I don't know, but I haven't cared since he got my sister back for me."
I looked to Koneko, and I sighed. "She ain't exactly active these days. Then again, I can't say shit."
Vali came down from the stairs, and said, "Well, it seems Miss Gremory has been stirring up some trouble. I have heard reports from some people on Earth that a new Sacred Gear has appeared. We shall claim it to prevent them from gaining an upper hand."
"Good luck. Knowing Rias, it won't be easy for your minions."
He grinned and said, "Overconfidence is a weakness, and I'll be happy to exploit it."
He then walked back upstairs. I said to Kuroka, "Alright, how long has that Scorpion been on him, and has there been any changes?"
"About a month and a half now, and he's been a little more irritable."
So it's been there when I got here. Strange. "Dammit. Well, at least I figured that out."
"What do you mean?"
"Well, I was sent to kill that Parasite because it is causing some crazy distortions to this dimensions. And I was also sent to protect Issei Hyodo, but it looks like that's not happening."
"Oh, so you're from another world?"
"That's right. But it doesn't matter now."
"Tell me about your original world."
"Well, it all started 3 months ago…." I continued to tell Kuroka and Koneko about the Kill la Kill universe.
-Living Room, 2 Hours Later, Rias' POV-
We had been watching the Highschool of the Dead records for a little bit when Odin got up. He said, "Well, it was nice watching some beautiful women fighting these 'Zombies,' but I must be going back to Asgard. I'll leave Makellos here for any further assistance."
I got up and held out a hand. "It was nice to meet you, Odin. Will we see you at the next meeting?"
He shook it and replied, "I'm afraid not. The Dark Elves have started a small war with us, so I must attend to that. Farewell, Miss Gremory."
We all said, "Good-bye." A portal then opened up, and Odin left.
Makellos then said, "Now that Lord Odin is gone, let me ask: How is my grandmother doing?"
I was a little surprised, and asked, "What do you mean?"
"Please don't. When we were in the mountains, I saw the sign, and I recognize the way the runes were written. Please take me to see her."
I sighed. "Ok. Everyone, let's go back to the mountains."
I made a Magic Circle, and teleported us to the mountain.
-Vector of Yggdrasil, Rias' POV-
We all appeared, and I saw Sirzechs and Grayfia in front of the Vector with 2 holographic keyboards in front of him. "Ah, Rias. Great timing! I've made some great discoveries. It turns out we have a few Sacred Gears in town that we didn't know of."
"Is that so? I'll join you, but first, we must get some family matters taken down. Makellos, follow the trail down until you reach a large Vana Dragon. You'll find Sigrun there."
"Thank you, Lady Gremory!" She smiled from ear to ear, and ran down the trail.
I walked to the pond, and asked, "Alright, what have you found?"
"Well, I found a few Sacred Gears around this very mountain, including the 'Red Dragon Emperor' Isaac was protecting."
"Wait, he's right here…." I walked to the cabin, and flicked a random spot in the air, and hit something. "I thought you were here, Issei. Come on out."
He then became visible, and said, "Oh, hey Rias. Hehe. Fancy meeting you here."
"What are you doing here?"
"Oh, I-I….Fine, I was recording you, hoping to see you naked, but you kept having so many people here."
"I figured that would be the case with your personality, but how did you turn invisible?" I then looked at his wrist, and saw a teched-out bracelet. "Ah-ha!" I pulled it off, and grinned.
I pulled up the holo-screen on my communicator, and Clark appeared. "Hello, Rias. Find anything out?"
"Yeah, your little spy." I held up the bracelet. "Are you that worried about me?"
He chuckled. "Yes, I am. Look, I get it's a bad deal for Isaac to be taken: He was one of the most promising Wanderers, he had a good Sacred Gear, and he was your boyfriend. But I need to tell you a harsh truth: Get over it. You'll get him back, but not if you keep moping. Now let me talk to Sirzechs, and please give back Issei the bracelet."
"But-"
"No buts. You are now a Wanderer, so that makes me your superior. Now let's find out what this Vector can do."
I sighed. "Yes, Clark."
I took the communicator and had Issei follow me. Sirzechs said, "Now, as I was searching for other Sacred Gears, I found this out. Vector, please repeat the update you told me."
The Vector answerer, "Of course, Sirzechs Lucifer. New Sacred Gear has been located in 3 mile radius: Silver Reflection."
Sirzechs said, "I believe this new Sacred Gear was formed by the Mirror of Lucifer. Please go to the park, bring them here, and we'll see what will happen."
I smiled. "Finally, some news."
Issei said, "I am so confused."
I kissed him on the forehead, gave him back the bracelet, and said, "Don't worry about it. I must go, sweetie. Let's go everyone." I made a Magic Circle, and we all teleported to the park.
-Park, Rias' POV-
We all got to the park, and found a man with shaggy silver wearing a white polo shirt, jeans, and a silver reflective gauntlet on his right arm being attacked by a dozen Devil Soldiers. He yelled, "Someone help!"
I ran in front of him, and said, "Don't worry, we'll protect you! Isabel, show these dumbasses why they should never cross a Wanderer!" I then put a field of Destruction Energy around us.
She brought out Ice Energy and replied, "Right!" She then ran and punched a few of them, which they all froze.
I then unleashed a huge blast wave of Destruction Energy, wiping out the other soldiers.
The others walked to me and the new man. I put out the field, and said, "So you must be the wielder of the 'Silver Reflection.' What's your name?"
"It's Genesis. What's happening?"
"Well, my dear, earlier today, I was looking for a way to save my boyfriend, who had been kidnapped by Devils, and it seems my search has led me to you, who has gained a rare weapon called a Sacred Gear. My name is Rias Gremory, and if you want to truly understand what is happening, please come with us."
"I...Alright, but only because I want to understand what this power truly is. If you want to save your boyfriend, then that's your deal."
"At least we have a deal. Let's go." I then teleported us back to the mountain.
-Vector of Yggdrasil, Rias' POV-
We all returned, and Sirzechs said, "Welcome back, Rias. This must be the new wielder. I am Sirzechs Lucifer."
Genesis replied, "I'm Genesis. Why am I here?"
The Vector answered, "Enhancer of Vector retrieved! Now accessing all Realms!"
A huge holographic map appeared, and all Realms were shown. I pulled up the holo-screen, and Clark said, "Incredible. Now show me the Realm of Niflheim."
"Showing Niflheim." The map for Niflheim appeared, and it only showed 1 Sacred Gear: The White Dragon Emperor.
"It can't be. Then he really is dead." I clenched my fist, and punched with the Destruction Energy that cleared an entire forest! I said, sounding defeated, "Let's go home."
I teleported everyone except for Sirzechs, Grayfia and Issei to the apartment. Isabel was sitting with Asia, Ravel, and Genesis to brief him on what is happening.
-Bedroom, 3 Hours Later, Rias' POV-
I laid in bed alone, just feeling dead to the world when I heard a knock on the door. Isabel said, "Hey, mind if I come in?"
"Yeah, come in."
Isabel came into the room, and said, "Look, I understand you're upset, but I have a message for you from Clark."
She pulls up a video, and Clark said, "Hey Rias. I know you're not feeling good because of Isaac, but I was searching the footage from last week, and I found this voice recording. I sent it to your communicator. Next up, I want you to start reading up on 3 Records: Aqua, Isaac, and me. These are people who understand loss and pain. I hope you feel better and help out this new guy. See you next week."
The video cut off, and she pulled up the voice recording. It was Isaac singing On Melancholy Hill. I sat up, and smiled a bit. When the song ended, Isaac then started screaming as loud as he could. I started crying, but then Vali said, "Excellent, Kuroka. You have delivered with flying colors, and in 3 months, your sister will be yours."
So they took the Rebirth Gear, and they're gonna take it to Surtur. Why keep showing me… Just then, I heard Isaac say, "What…..do you….mean by the Sword?"
"HE'S ALIVE!" I hugged Isabel and couldn't stop crying!
Asia and Ravel came in, and Asia said, "We heard the recording before."
They both hugged me, and we all let go. I wiped the tears, and called for Genesis.
He came in, and said, "I understand things are crazy, and I'm in. I want to see what my 'Sacred Gear' does."
"Good. We'll start training in the morning. But for now, do you have a place to stay?"
"I came here on vacation, and I was supposed to meet a friend in that park, but it looks like that's not happening."
"Good, I'll have you stay at my old apartment. Stay there tonight, and in the morning, we'll see what this Silver Reflection can do, but for now, have a good night, Genesis."
"Thanks, Rias. Have a good night, everyone."
He left, and I got up. "Alright, well, I think it's time to learn about some other Wanderers. Let's have some dinner, and watch Clark's Records."
Isabel smiled, and said, "Good. Well, let Kiba and Akeno know about this, and I'll get something special made for you."
I kissed her on the cheek, and said, "Thank you, darling."
-Living Room, 30 Minutes Later, Rias' POV-
I got on the couch with Asia and Ravel, and Isabel came in with plates of salmon and asparagus. Once she sat down with us, I played Clark's Records, starting with something called 'Flashpoint.' It seems when he was an infant by the name of Kal-El traveling with his dog, he was sent from his home planet to a huge city called Metropolis, and….. "Oh my. All those people."
Then he was experimented by the government, and as he got older, his dog, Krypto, got loose, and a child by the name of Lex Luthor got killed. I see what he means by pain. And a girl he knew was taken away by her father. I'll have to see what happened to her later. Now a man with a red and yellow costume with a lightning bolt symbol, a large Cyborg named, well, Cyborg, and a large man wearing a black costume with a bat symbol came to bust him out. And that man in red called him 'Clark.' So that's where it came from.
Once Kal-El realized his powers, which were flight, super-strength, and lasers from his eyes, he flew off, and found that woman, Lois Lane, who had been killed. Oh dear. And he flew to what looks like a final battle against 2 huge armies. Then the men who saved Kal-El came in, and it looks like nothing is being shown. I'll have to ask Clark about that. And when Kal came in, a huge surge of lightning covered the entire earth, and it went white.
A minute later, Clark appeared in the Chronal Nexus, meeting a woman with blue hair. He said, "Where am I?"
"Well, you are in a place called the Chronal Nexus, and it seems you came from one of the biggest dimensional distortions anyone has ever witnessed. I'm Aqua, and I'll be here to teach you what happens, that is if you want to."
"What happened to my home?"
"It was destroyed, but it was saved by that man in red who saved you."
"No…"
She held out her hand, and said, "Look, we all are people without a home. But we're here for each other. Join me, and I'll help you find a new path."
He smiled, shook her hand, and said, "Thank you, Aqua."
The record then cuts off. "I see what Kal means by pain and loss.I need to take time away from all of this. Every time I hear something about the Khaos Brigade, they just irritate me. Not only that, but my Queen is fighting a war, my Knight is chasing down a crazy Exorcist, and now the Khaos Brigade has the Rebirth Gear. Ugh, I need a drink."
She goes and takes 2 bottles of 'Vanya Ale' out of the fridge. She sits back down, and we watch some more records.
-Castle In Niflheim, 3 Hours Later, Isaac's POV-
I was telling Kuroka and Koneko the real story of my universe when I stopped.
Koneko said, "Isaac?"
-Mind Space, Isaac's POV-
I was wrapped up in tentacles made of Life Fibers. I was trying to struggle, but couldn't get loose. Ragyo was maniacally laughing. "I should have known you'd pull this shit. No matter the timeline, you never change. Why are you doing this?"
She grinned. "Very simple, you foolish pig. I currently lay in prison, and I wish to prepare the world for the Life Fibers yet again. And you're going to help me."
I gritted my teeth, and said, "Hell no! If you remember, I kicked your ass and killed that Parasite!"
"Indeed….But in any case, I'm going to let you get back to your pathetic life, but I'll always be back."
She then disappeared. I don't like where this is going. The tentacles then disappeared, and I got out of the Mind Space.
-Castle in Niflheim, Isaac's POV-
I then snapped out of it, and Kuroka asked, "Is everything ok?"
"I….Honestly I don't know. But it's concerning. Anyway, I told you that I had fought against Ragyo Kiryuin, and really, there was no main difference between what happened in either timeline. But when I killed the Parasite in my universe, I was taken to a new dimension called the Chronal Nexus, and I have now become a Wanderer."
Koneko said, "Incredible."
"Hehe, yeah." I hope Ragyo isn't here for good.
-Living Room, 9PM, Rias' POV-
Everyone had already fallen asleep on the couch, and I decide to call Clark on the holo-screen. He shows up, and see the 2 empty bottles. "Hey Rias. Is everything alright?"
"Yeah, I wanted to ask you a few questions."
"Alright."
"So I watched your Records, and what was the story with that guy Barry?"
"Oh, him. He is a speedster that tried to save his mother from being killed, but it changed all of reality. That's why that universe was that way."
"Interesting. I'm sorry for lashing out all those times. I miss him."
"I know you do. Well, I'm gonna check on a few Wanderers. Have a good night, Rias."
"You too, Kal-El." The screen shuts off.
I text Sigrun. 'Hey, just checking to see how you and Makellos are doing.'
She sent me a picture of drunk Makellos passed out. 'It went well. Thank you telling her about me. Good night, Rias.'
I smile, and replied, 'You're welcome. Good night, Sigrun.'
I throw the bottles in the trash, and go to sleep with the others.
Well, things have gotten interesting. The Mirror of Lucifer has now become a Sacred Gear on a new man named Genesis, Isaac was almost possessed by Ragyo, Issei has become Clark's spy, and the girls have discovered Clark is actually Flashpoint Superman. In the next chapter, Rias will test the abilities of the Silver Reflection, and try to rescue Isaac. Thanks for reading!
-Author's Note-
Hey everyone. I want to thank you all for hanging in here while I slowly try to write the next chapter. It might be a while before I publish the next one since I'm in the process of getting a new apartment, but I'll be sure to get it out as soon as I can.
