Not sure if this is what you wanted for Christmas, but given I've got such a backlog of chapters, have an extra one as a present. After all, I did start a new DxD story… so technically I haven't updated yet this month.
All the best to everyone and I hope you have a Merry Christmas, won't wish you a happy new year just yet, as I'll have another update at that time.
SSJ3 Kyuubi Gohan.
Previously:
Issei and Serafall would wake up after their date, before Serafall would invite Issei on a trip to Europe, along with those currently at the household. Issei and Serafall would return to the Hyoudou Household, only to find Raynare and Kuroka playing another dating sim, with Raynare doing poorly as expected, eventually leading on to the suggestion of a strip show with everyone in Europe, with the caveat that Issei participated as well. Issei and Raynare would pack, with Raynare packing two suitcases which likely wouldn't have made it through customs without some raised eyebrows, before Issei went out to search for Ravel. Issei would find himself lost and confused on his search, before running into Irina and Xenovia who would lead him home, before joining the others on the trip. Aboard the Sera-express, the group would see the latest episode of MiracleLevia-tan, with the mixed population being less than excited. Irina would then discuss the results of her talk with Michael and the others, while Xenovia found herself comfortably falling asleep in the embrace of Raynare and Kuroka. Irina would then reveal that her and Issei could technically be intimate outside of the interdimensional room, leading to an interesting spectacle in the train carriage.
Disclaimer – I don't own anything from the High School DxD anime/manga/light novel. All I own are my original characters and plot twists.
'Talking'
"Thinking"
'Ddraig talking and Sacred Gear sounds'
"Ddraig thinking"
*expression*
Flashback
Chapter 32 – Al
As the group disembarked, Issei noted with some surprise that they were on a real train platform.
'How is this even possible?' Asked Issei in astonishment.
'Well, all dimensions are on their own plane of reality, but you don't have to travel on the same level across different planes, so we can start underground and appear at ground level.' Explained Serafall, now wearing a teal business suit with a pink cravat.
'So it's like a custom racetrack. You start on one level and finish on another.' Added Irina.
'That is one way to put it.' Commented Kuroka.
'The best explanation is to picture each level of reality overlapping identically and when you travel through dimensions, you decide what level you want to finish on.' Added Ravel.
'So it's like an elevator that moves?' Questioned Issei.
'I guess that would be a good analogy.' Said Ravel.
'How are you so confused about this, where do you keep your sword?' Asked Kuroka.
'Another dimension.' Said Issei.
'And how do you get it?' Continued Kuroka.
'I reach through to its dimension and bring it here… oh, I get it.' Said Issei, slamming his fist onto his palm.
'Does that mean I can travel to the place where I store my Durandal?' Asked Xenovia.
'Sure, but you need a way to get back as well. Most of those things are one-way, unlike the Sera-express.' Said Serafall.
'So what's the plan for now then?' Asked Issei.
'Well, I was thinking we could go to the hotel today first and take it easy. Tomorrow I will have a few meetings in the morning, but we can all get together for the strip show in the afternoon.' Said Serafall, causing more than one person to exclaim in confusion.
'A strip show?' Asked Irina.
'We were not told anything about this.' Commented Karlamine thoughtfully.
'I don't think I brought appropriate clothes for stripping.' Said Xenovia.
'Neither did I.' Added Xuelan.
'W-what is all this talk about stripping?' Asked a flustered Ravel.
'Well, we were going to have a strip show, even Issei was going to participate.' Said Kuroka.
'IF and only IF, everyone else did so.' Said Issei with a huff.
'I'm in.' Said Xenovia shamelessly, with all the others who had been reluctant now nodding with varying degrees of enthusiasm.
'Seriously, even the two of you, Irina, Ravel?' Questioned Issei in disbelief, fully expecting one of them to refuse.
'Well, you've already seen it all anyway.' Commented Irina bashfully.
'As a devil of nobility, I cannot disappoint others with my performance.' Said Ravel seriously, even with the small blush on her face.
Issei exhaled heavily at this.
'Fine, I'll do it, but I'm going last.' Said Issei.
'Oh no, we are not going to let you enjoy the show and then sneak away, we will draw lots.' Said Raynare.
'I guess that's fair.' Said Kuroka.
'Okay then, but since it was my idea, I'll volunteer to go first, it's only fair after all.' Said Serafall, getting a shrug from Raynare.
'Now, let's get to the hotel for a start!' Said Serafall, before leading the others.
'Uh, shouldn't we get our luggage?' Asked Issei.
'It'll all be transported over once we have a room.' Said Serafall, waving off Issei's concern.
'So who are you meeting with anyway?' Asked Issei.
'Uh-uh, I can't talk about work like that. Don't worry, if everything goes well, you'll find out soon enough and if things don't go well, it is better you remain ignorant anyway.' Said Serafall.
'So what about the rest of us then?' Asked Raynare.
'You can do whatever you want, go out and explore, or just stay in and rest.' Said Serafall.
'I think we can touch base with the local branch of the church, it would be worth seeing if there is anything we can help out with while being here.' Suggested Irina, getting a nod from Xenovia.
'I planned on doing some sight-seeing, it's been a while since I was in London.' Said Issei.
'When did you come to London?' Asked Raynare.
'I travelled all over the place when I was younger. I came to London when I was twelve. I wonder if Al is still around…' Said Issei, trailing off thoughtfully.
'Who is Al?' Asked Irina.
'Oh Al is great, he owned a steakhouse and helped train dogs for competitions.' Said Issei.
'Dogs? Pass.' Said Kuroka.
'They are really well trained though; he could even make them clear obstacle courses.' Said Issei animatedly.
'I wouldn't mind meeting this person. Training animals of any kind takes a lot of skill.' Said Ravel.
'I'd be more interested in seeing the obstacle course, I wonder what challenges he would have set up.' Said Xuelan.
'I wouldn't mind a good steak personally.' Said Karlamine.
'Okay, how about the two of you catch up with us after we get sorted at the hotel, do you think you will need long?' Said Issei, directing his queries to the angel-exorcist duo.
'No, we shouldn't be long. There is usually a mission board in most hubs.' Said Xenovia, with Irina nodding in agreement.
'Sounds good, then let's get going.' Declared Serafall, leading the group onto the busy streets of London.
The group made their way through the crowds carefully, attempting to keep a low profile, which was easier said than done given their respective appearances. Issei felt at least a few glares of jealousy aimed at him, but didn't let that bother him, if anything, it made him smile on the inside. It was as the crowd started to thin and the group entered a wealthier area of the city, that they started to pick up on more supernatural entities. Serafall led them to a ten-storey hotel, which appeared exceedingly plain on the outside. There is a good chance this was by design, as it looked too plain for the more decadent hotels around, but not so plain that the normal population would consider visiting it. Hiding in plain sight came to mind with those new to town, while Raynare seemed to roll her eyes at everyone's surprise, even more so when they entered the building and saw how lavish the place was on the inside. Serafall stepped up to the receptionist and had a quick chat with her, before being provided with three keys.
'How many rooms did you book?' Asked Issei.
'Just two, the third key is for meetings.' Serafall informed them, as she re-joined the group.
'Two rooms, but there are nine of us.' Protested Irina.
'The rooms are split by gender and there is a corresponding number of beds allocated to guests.' Explained Serafall.
'So I have the whole room to myself?' Asked Issei, getting a nod from Serafall.
'Somehow I don't think things will stay that way.' Said Kuroka.
'I wouldn't be so sure. The way the rooms here work, you have to be allowed in, you can't just sneak in.' Said Serafall, causing Kuroka to let out a small whine.
'Of course, you can't fill a building with fallen angels and expect them to not jump on each other.' Said Raynare.
'But if you can have more than one person per room, does it even matter, don't fallen angels swing every way?' Asked Xenovia.
'Hmm, I guess that is kind of true… but most of us like the other side of things. We know how to handle ourselves already after all.' Said Raynare thoughtfully.
'Based on your luggage, I can believe that.' Muttered Issei.
'Okay, our luggage should be sent over later. Here is your key Issei. Who wants to hold the key for the other room?' Asked Serafall.
'I'll take it, I plan to sleep most of the time anyway.' Said Kuroka.
'Doesn't that mean you need it the least since you won't be coming and going.' Pointed out Raynare.
'In that case, I can hold on to it, since the two of us will be popping in and out a lot.' Said Irina.
'Works for me.' Said Xenovia.
'Okay then. With that all sorted, I'm heading out now.' Said Serafall, before giving the group a wave and leaving.
'How do we actually know which room is ours?' Asked Ravel.
'They heat up, the keys are multipurpose.' Explained Raynare.
Irina looked at the key she was holding, roughly about the width and length of her finger, before passing the key to Raynare.
'O-on second thought, maybe you should hold on to it.' Said a blushing Irina.
'I can't believe I got beat by you.' Said Raynare, causing Irina to frown.
'You already lost that battle almost ten years ago.' Pointed out Xenovia.
'I'm not taking things lying down.' Said Raynare.
'But it's most fun taking things lying down.' Teased Kuroka, causing Ravel to blush at the insinuation.
'I agree.' Said Xuelan, causing the others to look at her.
'What? It feels nice having someone hovering over you.' Said Xuelan, causing Karlamine to tilt her head.
'I don't know, I always thought of it more as a battle to see who gets on top in the end.' Commented Karlamine.
'Maybe we should go and find the rooms for now?' Suggested Issei, before taking a moment to glance at his key.
'Hey, Raynare, the keys aren't gender specific, are they?' Asked Issei.
'No, just luck of the draw really.' Said Raynare, causing Issei to exhale in relief.
'Okay, then I am deciding this was last used by an attractive woman. Now let's go find those rooms!' Declared Issei.
The group made their way over to the elevator, before realising they didn't know which floor they were on.
'I always wanted to do this.' Said Issei, pressing every button in one swipe.
'Why wouldn't you just press the top floor and then we would feel the key heat up as we got closer?' Asked Kuroka.
'This is more fun.' Said Issei.
As the group made their way through each level, they noted each level seemed different in some way to the others. The first floor was very dark with no sunlight getting in and being only lit by a few lamps here and there. The second floor was spectacularly cold, while the third was uncomfortably warm. The fourth floor was so bright Issei had to close his eyes until they passed it, while the fifth appeared very modern with sleek marble from floor to roof. The sixth looked the most normal of the lot, looking like a normal hotel level. The seventh looked like a small replica of a Shinto shrine impossibly. The eighth room was reasonably lavish and covered in red carpet and jewels. Coincidentally, their keys had been heating up with each floor and as they ascended to the ninth floor, the keys started to cool.
'So I guess we are on the eighth floor. I wonder what the other two are like.' Commented Issei.
The ninth floor was decorated with a black carpet and was dimly lit, but more so than the first, with what looked like moonlight streaming through the windows despite it being daytime. The tenth floor was somehow modified that even though a roof was present, the natural sunlight streamed through and bathed the area in a warm glow. Kuroka pressed the eighth-floor button again, as the group descended. Entering out into the lobby, Issei got a sense of reminiscence.
'This place kind of reminds me of the Phoenix building I broke into.' Said Issei.
'It does, it must have been designed like this to appeal to devils. Devil households do share a similar sense of interior design.' Said Ravel.
'The top floor felt like an imitation of heaven.' Commented Irina.
'And no surprise the floor in between felt like a fallen angel base.' Added Raynare.
'Enough with the commentary, let's just get to the rooms already.' Whined Kuroka.
The group made their way through and found themselves in front of two separate doors. Inserting their keys, the group investigated each room in turn.
'Whoa, this room is massive for one person!' Exclaimed Issei, as the others walked through.
'Who needs this much space in a hotel?' Asked Xenovia, noting a full kitchen, living area, bathroom, and queen-sized bed.
Kuroka made a beeline for the bed and removed her shoes, before she pounced on it, relishing in its softness.
'Good night.' Said Kuroka, worming her way into the sheets, as she started to doze off.
'Well, I wasn't planning on going to sleep right now anyway I guess.' Said Issei, before the group exited the room and closed the door, Issei removing and holding on to his key, as they entered the other room.
In contrast to the previous room, this room was somehow significantly larger, each bed area was set up like a small studio apartment, with a small ensuite, kitchenette and lounge area, clustered around each bed.
'How does this even work? The rooms are the same size, aren't they?' Asked Xenovia.
'I guess it would be too simplistic if I said magic.' Said Raynare, getting a blank look from Xenovia.
'Think of each room like a pocket dimension.' Said Raynare, which Xenovia seemed to understand, evident from her nod after a few moments of thought.
'So should we get Kuroka and drag her into here?' Asked Karlamine.
'If you think you can, be my guest, but you are likely to get scratched.' Said Issei.
'It does seem like it would be unsafe to leave her there by herself.' Commented Ravel.
'This is a bad idea.' Said Issei with a sigh.
'What if we bring her here without disturbing her?' Suggested Xuelan.
'Worth a try I guess, but she is liable to grip on to whoever touches her and not let them go.' Said Issei.
'Leave it to me, as the only rook… former rook here, I am sure I can escape her grasp if necessary.' Said Xuelan.
'Don't say I didn't warn you; she is freakishly strong for a bishop… although I guess in her case the pieces didn't really matter.' Said Issei, muttering the second part to himself quietly.
Issei and Xuelan stepped back out of the room, as the others started to select beds. Issei opened the door again and noted Kuroka was still fast asleep on his bed.
'After you, I wouldn't want to throw you off.' Said Issei, gesturing for Xuelan to lead the way.
The dark-haired devil made her way to the sleeping kitty and started to push in the blanket until it was flush against Kuroka's side. Moving to the other side of the bed, Xuelan repeated the same behaviour, before doing the same at the foot of the bed. Xuelan then clambered onto the bed on her knees, before swooping Kuroka up in one swift movement, leaving her wrapped up in the blanket. Xuelan leaned Kuroka's weight against her chest as she made her way off the bed.
'Nya… big toasty cinnamon bun… mmm.' Mumbled Kuroka in contentment.
'I didn't think that would actually work.' Commented Issei, as Xuelan carried the sleeping cat across to the other room, before setting her down on the bed furthest in the room.
'I figure you can always get another pair of covers. From Raynare's comments, this hotel must have a high turnover of linens.' Said Xuelan.
'Oh yeah, they come three times a day unless you request otherwise, I think. Does get awkward if they walk in mid sex session, so best to put a do not disturb sign up.' Commented Raynare, before realising what she said and turned a predatory gaze on Issei.
'Speaking of, when are we going on our date?' Asked Raynare, causing the others to look between the two in confusion.
'What date?' Asked Irina.
'Raynare and I were going to try and have a date where she doesn't end up trying to kill me. Although I didn't plan on it being today.' Said Issei, turning towards Raynare at the end.
'Why not? How much longer do I need to keep waiting?' Pouted Raynare, looking incredibly petulant.
'Can we at least have the day to unpack?' Asked Issei.
Raynare stared at him for a moment before responding.
'Do you really want me to unpack?' Asked Raynare flatly, causing Issei to sigh.
'Oh fine.' Said Issei.
'Can we also go on a date at some time?' Asked Xenovia.
'Xenovia, after all that time I spent trying to corrupt- I mean guide you, you try to jump the line; for shame.' Said Raynare.
'If you are giving out dates, I wouldn't mind one myself.' Said Karlamine, getting similar nods of agreement from Ravel and Xuelan.
'I mean, I was only planning on one date, how about we make today's activities a group date and each do one thing everyone wants, except for sex.' Said Issei, hurriedly adding on the last part seeing Raynare about to open her mouth, only to close it at those words and purse her lips.
'I guess that could work, that way I can also supervise everyone.' Said Irina, surprising Issei at her casual agreement of him dating half a dozen woman in her presence.
'Well I am still keen for a steak.' Said Karlamine, with the others also adding their two cents in.
'Okay! Here is the plan then, Issei has an hour to go and find his friend, Xenovia and I will go and find the local church and the rest of you can get ready for the day. Will Kuroka be joining us as well?' Declared Irina, before posing the question to Kuroka.
'Kuroka, want to go on a date?' Asked Issei.
'Sex date?' Asked Kuroka sleepily.
'No.' Replied Issei.
'Nya, sleep is better.' Said Kuroka, causing Issei to tilt his head to the side in confusion.
'Well, I guess that's your answer.' Said Issei.
-line break-
As everyone had split up to do their own thing, Issei started to weave his way through the residential area of London. Exiting the hustle and bustle of the city, Issei made his way through until he entered a quiet street off to the side of a main road. The street had a surprising variety of stores ranging from a butcher and bakery, all the way to a jewellery and furniture store. Anyone who lived near the street could probably wrap up all their shopping in one short walk. Issei eventually made his way across to a large building split down the middle, one half was painted a light cream and was presented quite plainly, while the other half was pained a dark brown and had signs and animated fixtures featuring dogs in some activity, such as jumping through a hoop, or standing on their hind legs begging.
'Hello?' Asked Issei, entered the cream-coloured side of the building.
The interior was very rustic with wooden features left untreated and unpainted, giving the place a very outdoor feel. There were also a few bushes and shrubs in pots hanging down from the ceiling at various heights, with a nice blue-sky mural painted on the back wall, showing some dogs playing in a park. Despite it being a bit past lunch, close to about two in the afternoon by Issei's approximation, the restaurant had a smattering of customers here and there, some with food, while others just had a beverage. Issei walked up to the front desk and asked the stewardess a question.
'Hi, is Al in at the moment?' Asked Issei.
It was an innocuous question, but an innocuous question to a wary person was just as unnerving as asking someone if they wanted to die. Then again, Issei's experience with being asked to die ended differently than most people.
'Who might I say is asking?' Said the stewardess firmly, but politely.
'I'm Ryuujin, we are old friends.' Said Issei.
'I will go and check if he is around.' Said the stewardess, before heading into what Issei guessed was a storeroom.
Being left by himself, Issei felt the gazes of the other patrons drilling into him. Not one to let himself be easily rattled, Issei shifted over to a wooden rail and leaned against it, looking up at the roof, a practiced picture of nonchalance. If anything, this made the glares intensify further, but at the sound of two pairs of footsteps, the glares relaxed.
'Ryu? It's been a while, what are you doing back in London?' Asked the man the stewardess had returned with.
'Just on a brief vacation, school holidays are on now.' Said Issei.
'And you came all this way just to see me.' Said the man jokingly.
'You did say if I was ever back in town to stop by.' Said Issei.
'Guess you got me there.' Said the man.
'So how are things going, Al?' Asked Issei.
The man now revealed to be Al gave a small shrug. His open black dress shirt sliding with the movement. Clad in a loose pair of trackpants and a pair of black runners, he cut an odd figure for a restaurant owner. His long brown hair was tied up into a loose ponytail that reached down to his midback and looked extremely scruffy, looking more like animal fur than hair. Lastly, across his right shoulder was a black strap with numerous spikes randomly spaced along it, resting across his chest and left hip, with a small bag attached to the strap where it rested against his hip.
'So what can I do for you, Ryu?' Asked Al.
'Well, you can probably call me Issei, that's my real name.' Said Issei.
'Hmm, well, a name is just a name I suppose, what prompted the change?' Asked Al.
'I'm probably strong enough to handle the problems that might come with my identity getting out now.' Said Issei, getting a thoughtful nod from Al.
'As for what you can do for me, I just wanted to check in, you did also dodge my question by the way.' Pointed out Issei.
'Ah, you know how things are here, busy enough on this side to keep things running on the other side, we've got some energetic whelps right now, more so than I've seen in a while.' Said Al, indulging Issei's request.
'And how is the other side going, I was hoping to check in on them?' Asked Issei.
'Good, we've got a training session this afternoon if you want to come by. It'll be a bit less impressive than the last session you saw since the pups are new though.' Said Al.
'That sounds good. Do you think it would be okay if I come back with some friends? They were hoping to get a good meal and see how you train the puppies.' Asked Issei.
'Sure man, you're among friends here.' Said Al.
'Hmm, I don't know about that. Think your clients might not like me waltzing in here and asking for you.' Whispered Issei conspiratorially.
'Well, good thing I own the joint then.' Said Al.
'Sounds good, I'll be back around dinner time, can I reserve a table for nine then?' Asked Issei, only for Al to nod.
'Sounds good, see you then.' Said Issei, before leaving the establishment.
Making his way back towards the hotel, Issei noted a few of the patrons of the restaurant followed him part way, but once he entered into the public side of London, they broke off their pursuit and headed back.
"I don't remember Al having such rude clients." Thought Issei.
'Well, you were also younger and less threatening the last time you were here.' Commented Ddraig.
"I was plenty threatening! I was just better at hiding it then." Retorted Issei.
'Maybe you should start again. While you might be able to handle almost any threat that comes for you, can you say the same for your companions?' Countered Ddraig, causing Issei to mull this over and realise the truth in Ddraig's words.
Returning back to the hotel, Issei made his way to the girls' room first. Knocking for a moment, the door was opened shortly after by Serafall.
'You're back already Issei, but I beat you here.' Said Serafall, opening the door fully and letting Issei in.
'Was it a race?' Asked Issei in confusion.
'Not really, but now you are the last to unpack.' Said Serafall.
Issei walked in and noticed the others were all fully unpacked, even Kuroka somehow, but despite this, the black cat was not visible.
'Are you telling me Kuroka unpacked and then went back to sleep in the time I was gone?' Asked Issei in disbelief.
'For such a lazy cat, she can be really efficient if she wants to be.' Commented Raynare.
'Guess you have to be organised to stay undercover in an evil organisation.' Said Xenovia.
'You do have a point there. Maybe she is just catching up for lost time with all these naps.' Acquiesced Issei.
'That's not what I came here to discuss though, I went and saw my friend Al and reserved a table for us to eat and then see the training facility next door afterwards.' Said Issei.
'So is this a group date then?' Asked Serafall.
'Not really, but I guess you can consider it like one. I just thought we were going to go out and have some fun. It sounds like you are going to be busy here.' Said Issei.
'I'm always busy, but I can still make time, don't forget, we've got our strip show tomorrow so we all need to be ready.' Said Serafall.
'What do you mean, be ready?' Asked Xenovia.
'Outfits of course! You didn't just think we could wear our normal clothes, did you?' Replied Serafall.
Judging by the range of confused and surprised looks among those gathered, it seems that had been their impression.
'Wait, so does that mean I need to go shopping? I thought this was a vacation.' Grumbled Issei.
'I mean, you'd get to see all of us trying on a bunch of different clothes, wouldn't that be worth it?' Asked Raynare.
'Uh-uh, it has to be a surprise for the day, we can't see each other's purchases.' Said Serafall.
'So not only do I have to go shopping, but I also have to go shopping alone.' Sighed Issei.
'Of course, this is going to be the best strip show ever!' Cheered Serafall.
'I didn't think a strip show required so much preparation.' Commented Ravel.
'It does seem like a lot more effort than we were expecting.' Added Xuelan.
'I guess I have been meaning to buy some new clothes, since we aren't exactly getting involved in Rating Games anymore.' Said Karlamine, getting a nod from her other two former co-peerage members.
'I don't actually have anything outside of my school uniform or my battle attire.' Admitted Xenovia.
'How did you buy groceries before?' Asked Issei.
'Irina did the shopping.' Said Xenovia.
'Didn't we already have this conversation about giving Irina money?' Asked Issei, getting a sense of déjà vu.
'She is good at buying groceries, just not recognising artwork.' Said Xenovia, causing Irina to pout.
'You two are so mean, I still say it looked like a saint.' Said Irina childishly, crossing her arms over her chest and turning her head away.
'Better go let Kuroka know. I'm honestly not sure if she will find shopping a good thing or a bad thing.' Said Issei, before making his way out of the room, pulling out his key and opening the door to his room.
'Wait a minute, how did you unpack in the other room and get back here if I had the key.' Asked Issei, entering the room and seeing Kuroka rubbing her eyes on the bed.
'Simple. Magic.' Said Kuroka, giving a small yawn.
'Anyway, it seems like we are all going shopping for clothes tomorrow.' Said Issei.
'Hmm, hopeful not too early.' Said Kuroka, blinking her eyes a few times and now looking wide awake.
'Do you even need that much sleep? I mean, aren't you basically sleeping for most of the day now anyway?' Asked Issei.
'Of course, I'm making up for my sleep debt. Khaos Brigade didn't exactly have nice beds or even a place where you could sleep. I missed far too many catnaps to be back to my normal energetic self, why else do you think I'm just sleeping in your bed instead of doing other things yet?' Retorted Kuroka.
'Oh, I didn't realise it was that tough… thanks for doing that for me.' Said Issei, causing Kuroka to smile.
'Don't worry, you'll repay me eventually, but I still need more sleep until then.' Said Kuroka.
'Hmm, do you think I can get a nap as well, I'm feeling a little tired myself.' Said Issei.
'All yours, this is your room after all.' Said Kuroka, making her way out of the bed.
'Thanks, do you want to stick around?' Asked Issei.
'Rule number one, never disturb someone's nap.' Said Kuroka sagely, before giving Issei a wink.
'Besides, it's only fair you are refreshed as well. I'm looking forward to seeing how you do tomorrow.' Commented Kuroka.
'Oh, don't remind me.' Said Issei, before giving a yawn.
Kuroka made her way out of the room and shut the door, after which Issei undressed himself and slid into the place Kuroka had just occupied.
'Mm, at least it is warm.' Said Issei, before dosing off.