Highschool DxD: Adventure Of Black Flash

by DarkDracul1252

Nawin Makasha, a boy, changed after a dark event occurred in the past that left him scarred. He and his family moved to Japan to start a new life, but when Nawin joined Kuoh Academy, things began to change for him when he is thrust into the world of supernatural by force. Past will come back and haunt, Evil will rain down, Bonds will be severed. Will Nawin and his friends be ready?

98. Last Day in Aimi Beach! New Bonds Form

Hope you enjoy the Chapter, Readers! ^^

Aimi Beach

Sunlight penetrates the windows, entering the dim room, one of the ray light land straight on the sleeping Makasha's face, as he laid on the soft carpet floor. Nawin groans softly and flutters his eyes open, adjusting the blurry vision. When clear, a white marble ceiling is what he first sees then next he notices a familiar slender hand warp around his chest from the right.

Nawin move his head gently to the right and sees Akeno sleeping face just inches away from him, he feels her soft breathing hitting his cheek 'Wait… If Akeno is there… why do I feel another arm from the other side' he notes, feeling another hand coming from the left, wrapping around his stomach gently.

The Makasha moves his head to the left and is surprise to see Irina's smiling face inches away from him, their nose touch, causing the girl to wiggle it, making cute adorable short moment before she grips his stomach a bit tighter. Luckily, Nawin is a teenager who can control his hormones and emotion, good thing too since he can feel the girls' breast touching his sides.

"You are looking mighty comfortable?" Nawin hears a familiar teasing voice making him look up to see Rias kneeling down above his head, her cheeky smiling face staring down right at his. The Gremory is wearing a short nightgown which give the Makasha a clear view of her black panties and he is positively the girl was doing it in purpose just to tease him even more.

"You know… I've always been into red-heads" Nawin state, surprising Rias, she sees his eyes glow red that match well with the Makasha's overall appearance, the calm expression and elegant, smooth long black hair. Quickly the Gremory blush in both embarrass and annoy that the boy is able to one up her.

"Do me a favor and help me out of here" Nawin request "I don't know" Rias smirk and stand back up "For goodness sake, stop showing me your panties" Nawin grunts in annoyance and turn his head to the side "Getting a bit excited down there" Rias tease back and was about to look down on the Makasha's pants "I'll tell Akeno" he adds, causing her to stop, shivers run through her spine and she look back at the Makasha's face to see him looking up at her with stoic eyes.

"You're no fun" Rias pouts before kneeling again, then slowly and gently moves her hand towards Akeno. Rias gasp when Akeno's hand shoot up and grab her wrist "O-oh ho" Rias shakily turn her head to the right and see Akeno looking up at her with menacing yellow eyes "M-morning, Akeno" Rias smile sweetly at her Queen. The Himejima sits up, still holding Rias's wrist "What were you up to with, Nawin-kun?" she asks in suspicious "She wasn't doing anything, sweetheart" Nawin decide to come to his self-proclaimed older sister aid, which she mentally thanks.

Akeno's pupils narrow, before letting go of Rias's wrist and smile "Ara ara, alright then. Morning to you too, Rias" she said brightly. Nawin and Rias heart skip a beat when they see Akeno moving her head to the left to look at Irina "Get up, Irina" Akeno calls out with a smirk "No… sleepy still" Irina moans out and snuggle closer to the Makasha.

'Why isn't she killing her?' Nawin and Rias simultaneous utter in their mind, looking at the scene in disbelief. Nawin, seeing the Angel isn't budging decide to just teleport next to the Gremory, "Noo" Irina groans, suddenly losing the comforting warmth.

"Oh my god, Nawin, look!" Rias points at the bed making the Makasha turn around, a smile form on his lips when an adorable and amusing sight greets his eyes. Koneko lied above Asia's head with both her arms place on each sides of blonde's head, almost in a protective manner, her legs are lean upwards and close, making her look like a cat. Gasper lies at Asia's right with a pillow comfortably placed on his head, the surprising one is Ravel, who is snuggle on the long pillow on Asia's left while her right hand is unconsciously lightly gripping on Koneko's bottom nightgown, tucking it ever gently at occasions.

"Picture" Nawin whispers to Rias, who already got the camera out and snap a couple of shots from each side. "Lovely" she utters with a huge smile and throws the camera up, it fades away in crimson particle, signaling it returning to Rias's dimension pocket. Nawin look at the front end of the large bed and sees Xenovia laying her head on the long pillow with Yuuto laid just at her right and they're facing each other in romantic manner.

"Seems like Misako, Akame, Wendy, Elise, and Kokoro isn't here" Nawin notes, scanning around the room to find the five missing "Good chance that Kokoro and Akame took them to their room, they are the responsible one" Rias said "Yeah". Irina sits up and yawns "I slept like a log" she whispers pleasantly "Because you were sleeping next to a hot body" Akeno reply with a smirk and gets up to stretch her arms and legs.

Irina blush a bit and turn to Nawin, seeing him busy chatting with Rias to pick up the comment which made the Angel sighs in relief, before getting up and head to the toilet. "I'm going to head down to start preparing breakfast" Akeno announce, stopping beside Nawin to give him a good morning kiss on his lip before leaving the room.

"Let's wake them up, then I'll go down and help Akeno" Rias said, making Nawin nod and head to the bed to wake the adorable four youngest up while the Gremory head to her lover. Nawin smile lovingly as he stares down at the adorable blonde, snuggling on the pillow Gasper is laying his head on "Asia" he whispers and gently shakes the girl.

"Nyooo… sleepy" Asia moans and hugs the pillow tighter. Nawin's body twitch a bit at the amount of cuteness that the blonde is producing "It's so amusing seeing that cuteness is your weakness" Issei comment from behind with Rias next to him, snapping another picture.

Nawin stand up and glance back at the Hyoudou "And it's so asinine, knowing that breast is your weakness" "Ahahaha!" a laugh suddenly erupts from the quiet room, causing everyone to turn to Xenovia, who's snigger "Good one, Senpai" she comments, while Issei grunts.

"So loud… Xenovia-chan" Asia moans, getting up and rubs her eyes "Sorry, Asia" the Knight apologize "Your brother cracked me up with a joke" "Wow… Onii-chan rarely makes joke, but when he does it's usually very funny" Asia comment and giggles a bit before sensing her surrounding "… Why is Koneko-chan, Gasper-kun, and Ravel-chan sleeping around me?" she asks in curious. "Because they are fond of you" Nawin smile and picks the blonde up, placing her on his shoulder and give her a peck on the cheek, causing the young blonde to giggle.

"Get up, Ravel" Rias shakes the Phenex lightly "Mhm… fine" "Wake up, Gasper!" Issei shouts and get punch in the shoulder by Koneko "Gahh!" "Loud… I hate loud noise in the morning" Koneko rubs her eyes and glare at the crunch Hyoudou, holding his right shoulder painfully.

"No" Gasper groans and climbs inside the blanket "I almost forgot" Rias giggle lightly and stare at the bump on the bed "Gasper absolutely hate waking up this early in the morning… it's going to be a challenge to get him out of the bed". Koneko yawns cutely and jump up, then to the surprise of many, she gave Nawin hug and smile before heading to the bathroom that Irine just finish using.

Rias place her hand above her mouth and giggle at the other's shock at her Rook's affection gesture toward the Makasha. "Seriously, how?" Issei ask "She's really defensive against me but lovely to you!" "Maybe because you and her haven't really bonded much compare to Nawin-kun" Xenovia comment, looking at the Pawn "And let's not forget her distaste feelings on perverts".

Yuuto slowly sits up next to Xenovia and smile at his friend "Your frien-" "Old friend" Issei interject with distaste, causing a few to raise an eyebrow "Alright, old friend spied on her once in the girl's locker room, ever since then she has dislike perverts, doesn't help that you joined them and spied on other girls" Yuuto explains.

"Unfortunately, when she is around, you always act perverted" Rias comment, placing a comforting hand on the Hyoudou shoulder. "Why don't you spend some time with her today?" Nawin suggest, making Issei face him "We are going to be gone for two weeks by tomorrow, so I suggest you spend this last day to get to know her a bit more… it will be hard, but if you really want gain her trust, then just do it".

"Koneko-chan is an amazing person, she just confines herself in a stoic mask because of past event" Asia said, "Past event?" Issei question "You will need to ask her that, and for the love of Satan don't ask her about that right away or you'll never gain her trust. She will talk about it when she deems you a close friend like me and Asia, along with Rias, Akeno, and Yuuto" Nawin said.

Issei nods and turn to Irina "So, never got the chance to ask this, but how has Heaven been treating you, Irina" the Hyoudou ask his childhood friend "It's been good, I was welcome with open arms and no one had any hard feelings on Lord Michael's decision, it probably help because I am Lady Gabriel student, so I hold a high rank up there… being a student of a Seraph would give such benefits".

"Lady Gabriel is your teacher!" Xenovia exclaims in surprise "Michael-sama must have high expectation for you to place The Strongest Woman in Heaven as your teacher" Rias said "Yes, so I've been training nonstop ever since being turned into an Angel" Irina reply.

"How did Michael-sama turn you into an Angel?" Issei ask "Do they have like their own Evil Pieces?" "Yes, they are called Royal Users. The Royal Users are a set of thirteen cards that the Angels used to reincarnate other being to one of their own. I am Lord Michael's Ace, so I am part of his peerage". "Only the Ten Seraphs can use these Royal Users, correct?" Rias questions and gets a nod from Irina "Yes, it's not easy making them and our population isn't as large compare to Devils, but Lord Michael hopes to be able to expand the usage to High-Level Angel's as well in the near future, though it's going to take time".

"Wow, being part of Lord Michael's peerage, I'm happy for you, Irina-chan" Asia smile which Irina returns "Thanks, Asia" "Oh! What does Heaven look like?" the young girl asks quickly with great curious. Irina blinks and giggle a bit "Well… how to put it in a simple term… a bright cloud city with beautiful, breathtaking views and positive atmosphere, kind and helpful people everywhere. I also noticed that everyone is beautiful in heaven" Irina points out.

"Whao… sounds amazing. Onii-chan, is it possible for us to go there one day?" Asia ask turning her head to face her brother, "When my eyes is fix, is it possible for us to go to Heaven?" she ask. Everyone in the room flinch at the mention of the blonde's eyes and her hopeful tone that made all of them clench their hearts, they turn to look at the Makasha.

Nawin smile faintly and glance to the right, to face the girl "We devils can't survive in Heaven, Asia. The golden lights in Heaven will destroy any devil that step in there... Only people like the Satan's could withstand that kind of light because of their massive mana reserve that act as a shield to protect them from the holy lights" he explains and hear a pout release from the disappoint blonde. "But" Nawin speak up, catching everyone's attention "That won't stop me from taking you, one way or another I will find a way through that, I promise. When your eyes are fix, I will take you there, and Irina will be our tour guide, right?" Nawin turn to face the Angel who holds a surprise expression before smiling "Yes, I will take the two of you all around Heaven" "Yeah! I can't wait for the day to arrive" Asia smile brightly and hug her brother.

'You never break your promises, Nawin' Rias smile fondly at the black haired 'No matter what… he will take you to Heaven, Asia'. Koneko walk out from the bathroom and turn to the bed "Still haven't gotten him out?" she said and everyone shake their head "We weren't really making any effort in it" Yuuto reply with a chuckle.

"I'm hungry" Koneko state and walk to the bed, stopping at the right side, she reaches her hand under the blanket and grabs Gasper's ankle "Ga-kun… get up" she said and pulls the small boy. "Wahh!" Gasper scream in fright, being hung upside down with eyes close "Help me! I'm falling! AHH!" he continues to scream which got Issei, Xenovia, Yuuto, Irina, and Asia laugh out loud while Nawin and Rias chuckle lightly.

Koneko creak a smile at her friend's antic before placing him down on his foot and pet his head "There… you are awake" she said "Huh?!" Gasper opens his eyes and see himself in the room "That was mean! Kone-chan" he turns to face the Rook and pouts "Have to scare you to get you up" she replies simply.

"Ohh" Irina sniff the amazing smell seeping into the room, clearly coming from downstairs "Smells amazing!" Issei shouts with droll slowing dripping down his mouth "I have to agree" Nawin feels the inside of his mouth water a bit until his stomach groans causing the girls to erupt in giggle while the boys chuckle "Waoh, really hungry there, Nawin" Issei smirk, then take a step forward and dash to the door "The last one to the kitchen is a rotten egg!" he shouts, dashing past the open door.

The others look at the Makasha and sees him standing next to Gasper and Ravel, holding their hands while Koneko and Asia sits on his shoulder "Better hurry" he smirk and disappear in black flash "SENPAI, YOU CHEATER!" Xenovia jumps to her feet and rush pass the door, jumps over the wooden railing with others following suit.

Downstairs: Kitchen

"Aaha!" Issei grins when seeing the empty chair just from the edge, but he stops when Xenovia, Rias, Yuuto, Irina drops down behind the chairs and quickly take seats "Oh… come on!" he shouts, entering the kitchen.

"Hello" Misako and Wendy waves while Akame nod "Late, aren't you?" Kokoro set plates of pancake down for everyone and turn to her king "Need to work on your sense of directions, Issei" Elise comment with a grin and take a drink of the orange juice cup. Issei turns to the table end and sees Nawin already sited there with Asia, Koneko, Gasper and Ravel on the right while Akeno takes a seat on the left and glance at him calmly "Take a sit… Mr. Rotten egg" she comments, causing everyone to chuckle while Issei pouts and take a seat next to Rias, who sits in the front of the table.

"Twice now you've failed this" Xenovia points out and takes a whole pancake to her mouth "Yeah, better stop or you will forever be called, Mr. Rotten Egg" Koneko comments, dipping her chocolate cookie on the syrup spread on pancakes and takes a bite.

"Hey! You used the Speeding Shadow God, didn't you?" Issei points at the Makasha, who's calmly eating the special made by Akeno, a waffle with ham and cheese. "Did I?" Nawin reply simply "You so did, Senpai" Xenovia smile and points her folk at him. Nawin chuckle and send a smirk "There was never a rule stating that I couldn't" he said which cause the two to pause "Fine then!" Issei grins "Next time you aren't allow to use that technique!" "Fine by me" Nawin reply calmly, not the least worry on losing.

"Nawin-kun is still fast even without the Speeding Shadow God, remember the observation day?" Akeno points out, gracefully and neatly eating her side tuna salad. "Yeah I know… he's a speed freak" Issei sighs and dig in his pancake. "That is mighty weird" Ravel comment at Koneko, seeing her dip the cookie in syrup then dips it into a glass of milk before biting into it "Taste good, that's all it matters, birdy" Koneko comment, chewing the delightful sweets in her mouth.

"Koneko-chan just loves sweets, so don't be disturb if she does that, Ravel-chan" Asia informs with a bright smile "I guess… it's not disturbing, just unusual" "Try it" Koneko pass the new cookie to the Phenex Princess, the cookie was already dip in milk and syrup. Ravel slowly takes the cookie and stare at it with uncertain then looks up to see Koneko looking at her blankly while Asia smilem "Fine" she said and takes a bite.

After a few seconds of chewing, Ravel's eyes widen in delight and swallows it "Wow" she utters in astonish "Good?" Koneko ask with a smirk "Y-yeah" Ravel admits shyly though quickly regain her composure and send a stern look at the Rook "Still! Unusual!" she shouts though continues eating the cookie while Koneko just roll her eyes and start digging into the pancakes.

"How have you been feeling, Misako?" Nawin questions, looking up at the Ichiru sitting between Akame and Wendy, guzzling down the pancakes and brownie "I'm good!" she replies brightly and holds a bottle of Akame's special energy drink "This always gives me the energy for the rest of the day and my sickness seems to have become stable. I'm not feeling any pain in my chest or high fever erupting" "I'm glad to hear. If the sickness reappears, please inform me immediately, alright?" Nawin said with warm smile making the Ichiru blush and nod "O-of course, Nawin-kun".

Akeno cast a glance at the Ichiru before returning to eating. Yuuto pause when seeing Wendy struggling to reach for a jug that's filled with orange juice, her short arms are proving difficult. "Here" the blonde knight smile, leaning forward and hands the jug to the girl, who is surprise by the gesture, before thanking him with a shy nod "Thank you" she whispers very softly that normal human wouldn't hear it, but devil's with their enhance senses is luckily able to, "No problem" Yuuto reply and continues on eating.

"Human world so far has proven to be very interesting… all these machines are fascinating" Elise comment, eating with well manner unlike Issei, who sits on the other side of the table, chomping down the pancakes. "What is your world really like, Elise-san?" Misako ask in curious, haven't fully learn about the Princess yet. "Well, Misako" Elise tap the clean napkin to her lips and smile "It's much more simplistic compare to this world" "Think Medieval times, Misako, with fantasy in it" Nawin adds "Ohh, I see" "That's one way to put it. My world doesn't have these kind of technologies, it's less advance than even the underworld".

"Underworld is advancing fast with more scientist researching the human world, give it another decade and we will be as advance as the human world, though some prefer we stick with the way it is and don't need flashy technology everywhere such as cars, helicopters, computers, internet, and many more" Rias explains. "So, will the underworld advance?" Elise questions "Probably not, sure we may start adding stuff that will make the people's lives easier, such as machines that will help produce clean water, lights, air conditioner, electrostatic generator that will provide power, but don't be expecting stuff like transportation, internet, or television anytime soon" Rias answers.

"Why no transportation? Wouldn't that make people's lives easier?" Xenovia points out "We got Horses and Griffins for that. Our magic is advance and does stuff that modern technology can't, like communicating with each other telepathically and teleportation" Rias answers "I guess that make sense".

"Even though Shigemi is still in the old age… it is the most beautiful place I have ever laid my eyes on" Nawin state, catching many attention "I can vouch for that, lovely place" Issei grins, turning to Elise "Even though it may not be technology advance like here, it is definitely more beautiful and majestic looking instead of plain old buildings and stuff" he said making the Princess smile "I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your visit in Shigemi, Issei".

"From what Nawin-kun said, and your description of the place, sounds like a fun and interesting place to visit" Yuuto comment "Yeah! Hope we get a chance to go there" Asia said, "I'm sure we can" Rias smile "It can be our next vacation spot to visit".

Misako and Asia cheer the loudest while the rest grin in excitement. Kokoro smile, looking down at Lula laying down on her lap and chewing on some beef jerky "That's one unique fox, where did you find him?" Elise questions, noticing the cute animal. "Yeah," Issei points out "You haven't really told me either how you found Lulu" "Oh, hiding it. Must be an interesting story" Xenovia comment with a smirk and points a spoon at the Queen "Let's hear it, there's still time before the sun is fully out" "Alright, alright" Kokoro chuckle and face up to everyone.

"Lula actually saved my life from a Fallen Angel" Kokoro informs causing everyone to pause and look at the orange fox, now sitting on the table "That little guy saved from a supernatural being?!" Issei shouts out "Lula is a girl, Issei and yes, she did" "Please elaborate" Rias ushers, intrigue.

"One night… I was trying to escape from two of them, this happened seven-years ago, so I was ten" Kokoro looks at Lula, the cute fox look back at her with knowing eyes and smile, almost telling her that everything is fine. Issei face turn concern, knowing there's more into the story, but it's clear that Kokoro is still keeping it a secret 'I won't push her… I'll just listen now'.

"I was making my way to Kuoh and the two found me. I've ran into the town, hoping to loss them, but it was late at night already and the streets were empty, so it didn't do me any help… as bad luck followed me that night. I round up to a corner and a block one it was, high concrete walls not allowing me to jump over and then there they were… standing at the entrance with their sinister smile and evil glinting purple eyes looking at me" Kokoro rubs Lula's right paw gently.

"I refused to beg, so I ran toward them, trying to get past them, but they fired a light lance to block all the openings, trapping me. When I thought my hope was over, pinned to the wall with two light lances aimed toward my head and heart. This little girl" Kokoro smile fondly and pets Lula's head "Just like a Guardian Angel falling from the sky, she dropped down and landed on my head, then give a mighty howl that sent the Fallen Angels crashing to the walls".

"I landed to the ground and not preparing for it, my head snap backwards and hit the hard wall, causing me to go unconscious, but before I fully loss conscious… I saw Lula standing in front of me in protective stance, ready to fight. The little girl showed no fear. I woke up the next morning and there she was" Kokoro smile and tap the fox's nose "Licking my face and smiling, she stood by my side all night, guarding me. The two Fallen Angels were nowhere to be seen, no shred of them were left… just me and Lula".

Everyone stare in silence, looking at Kokoro and the mysterious young fox "Guardian Angel, huh?" Akeno smile before letting out a giggle "That Fox sure sounds like one" "Yeah" Elise gently rubs the fox's cheek, making it purr "This little fellow really saved you and I can see she really cares for you, Kokoro. You two share a strong bond".

Rias and Koneko trade a glance before turning to the fox 'Could it be a nine-tail fox race, Koneko?' 'I'm not sure, Buchou… nine-tail fox have golden fur with red or orange tips. A full orange fur fox is unheard of, this, Lula has more of a normal appearance fox then the nine-tail's' 'I see' Rias ends the telepathic link and smile "That fox really is unique, being able to stop two Fallen Angel" "She's no ordinary fox, that's for sure… but ever since that event, the little girl been acting like any other normal fox" Kokoro said, placing Lula back on her lap.

"Not like we can ask her what happened" Nawin comment, staring at the fox, causing it to yip back cheerfully "Seems like it only speak its language, but you are right. Lula is no ordinary fox; a mysterious one she is". "U-um, Nawin-san" Wendy calls out "Hmm?" Nawin turns around to see the fifteen-year old girl standing beside his chair "Yeah, Wendy?" he asks with a smile "T-there's a fair in the beach that me and Misako d-discovered last night on the papers… i-is it possible for us to go?" she ask.

Nawin chuckle and ruffles the shy girl's blue lock "Of course, we'll head there after breakfast, alright?" Wendy smile and nod "Yes, thank you!" "No problem" he said and watch the girl rush back to her seat. "Softy" Akeno comment with a teasing smile, listening to the whole exchange "Don't worry my darling, I still have a soft spot for you too" Nawin smirk and kiss the Himajima, who blush before happily returning it.

Misako look down to her empty plate with sadden expression, seeing the couple interaction. "He said yes, Misako" Wendy hops back on her chair, happily and turns to her friend "Something wrong?" she asks in worry when seeing the Ichiru's expression. "N-no" Misako shakes her head and regain her bright smile "That's good to hear" "Yeah, it's going to be a fun day!".

Time Skip: Fair

Nawin let out a relaxing sigh, a calming smile form on his lips as he watches Misako and Wendy dragging Akame inside the fair while he hands the ticket to the entrance boy. "Even though those two aren't devil, they are already getting along well with each other" Irina comments, following the girls, beside the Makasha "Yeah… it's thanks to Misako really, she help Akame open up and help Wendy with her shyness" "You also help, Nawin-kun" Irina turn to the black haired and smile "Don't sell yourself short, without you, these three girls would never be in the position they are in now… they look happy and it's because of you" "… Yeah" Nawin reply softly.

"By the way, enjoy sleeping next to me last night" Nawin ask, turning to the Angel with amusement plaster on his expression "W-what?" Irina stutter bashfully, a blush form on her cheeks "Playing innocent, huh?" "N-no… I-I was just cold, that's all and Akeno offered me the other side. She said you were warm" "And I was?" Irina giggle at the Makasha teasing manner "You were, Nawin-kun, comfortable sleep I had. Probably one of the best" she said truthfully, causing the Makasha to chuckle out in humor.

"So, the others will join us later?" Irina ask, stopping in the line that the three girls stood, waiting to get the chance to shoot some balloons. "Yeah, the rest are headed to inform Sona and Riser about the fair and if they want to join" "Oh, I see".

"Nawin-kun, won't Hana be joining us? She would love this" Misako ask, turning around to face her friend "She's currently in deep slumber, Misako" Nawin smile "She has been working hard lately, so I like her to have a long rest or she will burn out. Hydra's takes a long nap" "Alright" Misako pouts a bit "Would be fun if she's here, always the energetic one and would be nice to introduce Wendy to her" "I know, but don't look so down and enjoy today, alright?" "Ok!"

Irina stare at Misako smiling at Nawin, and slowly a knowing smile form on her lips 'I see…' she let out a giggle and send a side glance at the Makasha. The line quickly shortens until the five reach the front stand "Hello beautiful ladies! Want to give this game a try? Hit five and you get to pick any prize at the bottom shelf. Hit ten then you'll get bigger prizes on the top shelves!" the middle-age man shouts, pointing at the wooden shelf in the back, holding lots of unique looking dolls and plushies, the bigger ones with high quality material are placed on the top while the smaller and cheaper ones is at the bottom.

"Go give it a try, girls" Nawin said, throwing the money down on the table "Shouldn't we pay?" Akame said, holding her wallet "It's on me, don't worry" Nawin reassures with a smile, making the four nods and get in position. "You've played this before, Wendy?" Misako ask, seeing the young girl holding the rifle BB gun in the correct way "Yeah, I've played this once in the states".

Each girls look at the balloons with sharp and concentrate eyes, waiting for the signal to start. "Now!" the man shouts and immediately sound of the rifles firing erupts around the stand, causing the people behind the line to look onwards and all of them are shock to see the four girls barreling through the balloons.

Nawin quickly notes that Irina hasn't missed a single balloon, which doesn't surprise him, learning that she's a bow user, but what catch him by surprise, just like before. Misako was firing through balloons in amazing speed and never missing a pace, confident are shown by how strongly she pulls the trigger.

Irina aim for the balloon on the right end, but another bullet takes it out just as she was about to pull the trigger "What?" she utters in shock and turn to the right to see its Misako. Wendy and Akame pause when Misako start going into a instinct and fires the rest of the balloons in inhuman speed.

Misako fires at the last bullets, hitting right in the middle of the last balloon. The Ichiru stare at the now empty colorful shelves with emotionless eyes. Nawin gently place his right hand on the girl's shoulder "Uh?" Misako blinks as her eyes shines back into life with warmness flowing back into them, she turns to see the Makasha's worry expression "You ok?" he asks.

Misako looks at the rifle and place it down "Yeah… sorry, I was lost a bit there" "Really? Because you won the game" Irina comment out, pointing at the empty shelve "You shot a total of eighteen balloons. I got only eleven, Akame got seven and Wendy got four" she said. Misako scratch the back of her head and grins bashfully "Is that bad?" she asks, causing everyone to look at her in astonish "N-no…" Irina chuckle slightly "Just unexpected".

"What a show! Here is your prize, young lady" the man drops a large Pikachu plush on the counter "Here's for second, third, and forth place" he passes down a hand size chibi animal plushes of a tiger, panda, and cat.

"Yaaaah!" Misako squeaks and hugs the Pikachu "Another for your collection, huh?" Nawin question "Yeah! I've never had a Pikachu this size before". "At least I won't have a hard time carrying this thing around" Akame stare blankly at the chibi panda, a small smile form on her lips at the plush cuteness "Cute!" Wendy squeeze the chibi white cat on her chest and gushes adorably while Irina just smile, looking at her chibi tiger standing on her right palm.

"Since you don't have one… w-we can share, Nawin-kun!" Misako push the Pikachu in front of the Makasha, hiding her blush behind the large plush. Nawin blinks before chuckling and take the Pikachu, holding it on his right hand "Thanks, Misako" he smiles in appreciation which cause the blush on the Ichiru to deepen a bit and smile back.

"Cute" Wendy whispers when looking at the scene, Irina catch that and can't help but agree, seeing the Ichiru's adorable smile directing toward Nawin, who smiles elegantly and calmly back with caring shown in them 'It feels… fitting'.

Phenex Beach House

"What in the world happened here?" Rias ask, entering the house to see Riser's peerage laying on the couch and some on the carpet. All of the girl's look deprive from sleep, judging by the dark bags under their eyes "I may know why" Akeno giggles out in amusement and glance up at Riser's room.

"They are passed out" Ravel state, kneeling next to Karlamine and pokes her in the cheek "Yeah… the dark bags under their eyes shows that they haven't slept a whole night" Yuuto comments, looking at the sleeping Ile and Nel laying on the couch, cutely snuggling next to each other to keep themselves warm.

"Akeno, you say you may know why?" Xenovia turn to the Himejima "Yes. Nawin-kun explain this to me yesterday… it seems his little date with Yubelluna turn out to be an interesting one". The Himejima spend the next few minutes telling the group what Nawin told her last night, "Woah" Xenovia mutter out in surprise "That, Nawin-kun" Rias shake her head and smile fondly "So he gave Yubelluna courage to finally confess to, Riser… that's great to hear".

"You know about her affection?" Xenovia questions "Yes, it wasn't hard to since every time Riser started flirting with me, I see her gritting her teeth in the background and glaring at the scene with envy. It was another reason why I don't want to marry, Riser, because he already has someone who cares deeply for him and is the right woman for him… I see just how much love Yubelluna holds for Riser, I could never have myself get in the way of that, but Riser couldn't see it… to blinded by his lust".

"Hey!" a familiar voice call from up, making everyone move their head upwards and see Riser and Yubelluna standing there with luxurious brown and gold color blanket wrapped around their nude body. Both holds a calming and overjoy smile as they stare down at the group "Riser, Yubelluna, you two enjoyed yourselves?" Rias comment with a knowing smirk getting the newly couple to laughs "You can say that… it's one of my best night" Riser smile, turning to Yubelluna, who blushes, which depends when the Phenex peck her lips.

"Where's the, Makasha? I need to thank him" Riser looks around "Yubelluna told me everything and what's he'd done" "He's at a Fair with the rest, that's the reason why we are here" Akeno answers "I see. We might be able to come along, but the girls wanted to head to the Zoo today… when they wake up" Riser sweat drop when seeing his peerage sleeping form.

"Well… seeing their state, I and Yubelluna will join you guys for a bit while the girl's get some sleep. We will take a quick shower and get dress" Riser comment and heads back to the room. "I always knew you were the screamer type" Akeno comment, smirking at Yubelluna, who's still leaning on the railing. The Phenex's Queen stutter a bit and unable to reply, the others giggle quietly causing a blush to form on her cheeks "I-I'm going to head for the shower!" Yubelluna pronouns and quickly slip back into the bedroom.

Sitri Beach House

"Yo" Lucy opens the door and greets Issei, Koneko, and Asia with a smile "Yo, Lucy!" Issei grins "Can we come in? Got some news to tell, Sona about what we gonna do today" "Sure, Kaichou is inside with Tsubaki. The others are out getting us breakfast".

The three enter the house as Lucy shuts the door "You guys haven't eaten yet?" Koneko question "We woke up late. Tsubaki is usually the one who wakes everyone up, but this morning, surprisingly she woke up late as well… probably because she's getting used to this vacation thing" the older blonde answers.

The four enters the main living room, to see Sona watching news in the same large television as in Rias's house. Tsubaki place a hot cup of coffee in front of the Sitri and takes a sit beside her. "Morning, Issei-san, Koneko-san, and Asia-san" Sona greets the three with her ever cool expression, moving her gaze away from the television and to them "Morning Sona-san and Tsubaki-san!" Asia smile brightly "Morning, Asia-san" Tsubaki greets back.

Koneko nod while Issei grins "Morning you two! Heard you woke up late?" he said and sees Sona giving a side glare at the embarrass Tsubaki "Yes… though an extra hour of sleep doesn't hurt. Anyway, what brings you three here?" "We are going to hang out at the Fair today, wondering if you guys want to join." "Sounds lovely, but this is the last day of this vacation. So, I want to spend time with my peerage and let them enjoy each other's company since we only got to do that very little yesterday" Sona answers, pulling her glasses out to wipe the lenses clean from dust.

Issei nod in understanding "I can see where you are coming from. Also with Lucy still being a new member, you guys still have a bit bonding to do" he said in surprisingly wise tone which catch the girl's off-guard. Sona place her places back on, smirking and push it in "Yes, build trust and you get a strong peerage. Now with the rest having seen, Nawin-san in new light, they should start working well together without any bad blood" she said and throw a blank glance at Lucy.

"I won't tolerate anyone saying negative stuff about my brother" Lucy said in her defense and shrug the glance being send by her King. 'Sibling Complex… just like Kaichou' Tsubaki holds off the giggle that was threatening to release and just smile 'Probably why Kaichou have a soft side for Lucy, the two can relate'.

Sona shakes her head, but smiles "Anyway, thanks to, Nawin-san, that problem is solved, so my peerage should have a new air around them now. That's why I want all of us to spend time together, going out to the ocean on a boat and catch some fish for lunch is already our plan" "That sounds fun!" Asia comment "Fish…" Koneko whisper softly in dreamy eye, making Issei and Lucy look at her weirdly while Asia, Sona, and Tsubaki inwardly chuckle.

Lucy turn to Sona with a smirk "And who gave you that idea, Kaichou?" she asks in taunting tone making the other sigh "You did, Lucy" "I sure did! Much better than your original idea!" "What was her idea?" Issei ask "Go hiking" "Really?! Sounds boring" "Am I right?!" "Alright, enough you two with berating my plan" Sona cuts in, annoyance.

"Since you are going to have a good day as well, Onee-chan! Please enjoy it to the fullest and don't be so uptight" Asia advice "Haha, don't worry, Little Sis" Lucy stop beside the younger blonde, standing next to Koneko "I will fully enjoy the boat trip, so don't worry and you go enjoy yourself at the fair, ok?" Lucy smiles and ruffles the girl's blonde lock "I will!" Asia smiles brightly.

Sona smile at the scene from the two sisters 'Onee-sama'. A image of a seven-year old Sona runs towards the door, holding a big smile on her adorable face which gotten bigger when the front door of the mansion opens, showing Serafall entering. 'Onee-chan!' Sona shouts happily, jumping up. Serafall quickly spread her arms and accepts the tight hug from her little sister "Hello So-chan! That was a warm welcome back" Serafall grin fondly and pets her little sister soft black lock.

Sona blinks a bit and notice everyone looking at her with curious eyes "You ok? You were spacing out, Kaichou" Lucy comment "I'm fine… just thinking of the ocean trip" "Ohh! You are getting excited?" Lucy question, holding a smirk. Sona sighs and shake her head, a faint smile graces her lip 'Always know how to get under my skin' "Yes, I'm very excited, Lucy" she admits "Glad to hear! You deserve to let yourself loose, Kaichou. Always so serious you are".

Lucy suddenly giggles "If, Akeno hadn't stole him, you and Big bro would make quite a cute couple" "Ohhh! I agree" Asia join her sister and giggles "Hah, I can actually see that" Issei chuckle. Tsubaki can't help but laughs softly when seeing Sona's blushing, embarrassing face, something only Serafall and Lucy could pull off to this extent.

Fair

"Hey there, beautiful, is it hot here or is it just you?" a blonde-haired teen stops beside Akame and unashamedly flirts with her "Probably the sun" the Knight reply calmly, staring at Misako, Irina, and Wendy buying some cotton candy while Nawin is elsewhere getting some water.

Clearly not getting the message that the Knight is sending, the Teen moves closer and puts on a charming smile on his handsome tan face "You seem to be alone here, want to go hangout with me? I'm sure we can find something fun to do together" he utters softly. Akame inwardly sighs and kept her cold expression "I'm not alone, in fact, I'm waiting for my friends right now" she begrudgingly replies. "Well it wouldn't be a problem if you leave them for an hour or so?" the blonde said, placing an arm around Akame's shoulder, bringing her closer to his admittingly impressive built body.

"I have no interest on such silly thing that you are painfully and obviously implying. Drop the horrible charming act," Akame grabs his wrist and throws it away "And leave or I will take drastic measure". The blonde teen stumbles back in surprise, but quickly smirk "Feisty aren't you! Just the way I like it" he said with lust in his brown eyes "Take a step forward" Akame throws a short glance at him "I will knock that smirk off your face".

The Teen not sensing the small killing intent swarming around the Knight, takes a step forward and before he could even take another step, he is lay on the ground with a bloody nose. The blonde frighteningly looks up while holding his nose to see Akame, still standing in her previous position, looking at him before turning her sharp gaze back to the girls.

"W-what are you?!" he shouts, getting up, still holding his heavily bruise and blooded nose, glaring at Akame "I'm a Knight" she answers strongly and glance back at him though not directly but at the side. The blonde hears a footstep from his right and turn to see Nawin calmly walking pass him and stop in front of Akame, who greets him with a faint smile and accepts the water that he offers.

Nawin finally acknowledge the Teen, turning to face him "You picked the wrong girl to flirt with, blondie. So, do yourself a favor and scram" he said calmly. The blonde grits his teeth in anger when looking at the Makasha's eyes staring down at him 'The way he looks at me… like he think he is superior in every way!' the Teen shoot up and attempt to tackle the Black Flash.

Akame dash in front of Nawin and send a right palm to the blonde's chest with much force that it sends him barreling back before landing face first to the ground, coughing out air by his lunges tightening from the sudden blow. Akame stand straight, her cold eyes turn into a glare "Leave or I will cut you down" she utters calmly though with menace tone, causing the blonde to shiver in fear and shakily get up to his feet "You are crazy, woman!" he shouts and runs off while clenching his chest.

Akame shrug off the insult with ease and turn around to face her King's smiling face "Didn't have to do that, you know" he said, "I know… but it is a Knight's duty to protect their king from any danger, whether it's small or big" Akame reply with a faint smile.

"You are turning out to be a fine Knight indeed, Akame" Irina praise, stopping beside Nawin, holding two pink cotton candy stick "Yeah! Also, I have never told you this, Akame-chan, but your looks are very suited for a Knight… I don't know how to put it" Misako tap her unoccupied left index finger under her mouth and stare hard at Akame's calm face "You just have that face of a Knight, also your cold personality helps".

Akame's eyes widen a bit at the comment but stay silent "But," Misako smile brightly "You may have a cold look all the time, but just like, Nawin-kun, you care for us, right?" she said with a toothy grin. Akame's face soften and glance at the smiling Makasha, looking at her with warm eyes. "Seems like you read us, Misako" Nawin comment, slinging his arm around Akame and bring her close "She figured us out! Seems like we weren't good enough at hiding our feelings" he jests.

Akame smile and nod "You have a sharp eye, Misako" she compliments causing the Ichiru to grin in glee "Thank you! Please don't hide your emotion so often, Akame-chan! You look cute! Smiling like that" she said points out "Indeed" Nawin look down at the slightly shorter girl around his arm "Don't be too cold, Akame. There is a time and place for yourself to let loose" he comments.

The knight stares up at her King for a few second before nodding in understanding "Mm-hm" "Good, now then… where's my cotton candy?" Nawin bring his arm back and turn to the three girls. "I got one for you" Irina smile and pass the pink cotton candy to him "The pink one, right?" "Yes, thanks" Nawin accepts it and takes a bite.

Wendy gently tap Akame's shoulder "H-here" she whispers, lifting the extra blue one to the taller girl. Akame takes it and blankly turn to the shorter girl "Y-you didn't ask for any, s-so I picked one. H-hope you like blue, i-it's my favorite one" Wendy said and hides her blushing face behind her already half-eaten cotton candy. Akame blinks and stare at the stick of fluffy looking candy 'Never had this before' she utters mentally before taking a giant bite from the side.

Akame chews for a bite and her eyes lighten up "This is… delicious" she said "R-really?" Wendy looks and see the Knight dimly but kindly smiling at her "Yes… thank you, Wendy" Akame said, causing the blue-haired girl to smile brightly "I'm glad!"

Akame suddenly swallow the whole cotton candy and chumps all of them down before slowly removing the now clean white plastic stick from her mouth "More… please" she said, holding the stick forward. The four stares in flabbergast at her, comprehending what just happened. Nawin was the first to snap out of it and chuckle, then pass his own barely eaten one "Here" "O-oh" Akame blinks in surprise "No, it's f—" "I insist, go ahead" Nawin interject.

Akame takes the stick from the Makasha's hand and this time takes a small bite from the pink one "Also nice" she comments, causing the girls to snigger. 'Akame… you sure are a mysterious one' Nawin thinks, looking at Misako and Irina playfully teasing the slightly flush Knight. 'I thought I'd had to be there to help you after our mission to save Misako from Schnyzel's clutch… you killed dozens of his soldiers and when it was all over… your eyes are just as cold as it ever was… you killed before, haven't you?' he utters, looking at his Knight.

Akame feels an eye looking at her and turn to see its Nawin. He smiles softly which she returns before going back to listen to the girls. "Hello everyone" a voice greets the five, making them turn to see Rias and the rest walking towards them. All of them are dress normal, in civil clothes to not gain unnecessary attention, except for Rias who will still gain attention because of her unique and beautiful crimson hair always drawing attention from the humans.

"And the clowns have finally arrived" Nawin said in playfully insulting tone, causing the four girls to giggle while the group glare at him. "So, mean, Onii-chan" Asia pouts "You are never a clown, Asia. You and Koneko are not included in that statement" he said. The two girls smile happily, while Akeno pouts "What about me?" she asks, "At times you can be".

"With the jest, out of the way" Riser walk out from the group and stop in front of Nawin, Yubelluna stand next to him, the two holding hands. The Makasha inwardly smile when seeing it while staring calmly at the Phenex's sharp eyes. A smile form on Riser's face as he extends a right hand which the Makasha slowly accepts.

"Thanks… Nawin" Riser said, "For helping Yubelluna and I… it had nothing to do with you, but you got out of your way to help… for that I am grateful". Rias is slightly surprise by Riser using the Makasha's first name 'He only calls people by their first name if he has trust in them… Riser' she smiles, when seeing the two boys having a friendly air around them, building a small, but for sure growing bond.

"It's no problem, you've been through tough times. Be glad you have such an amazing woman to care for you after everything she's been through" Nawin said, glancing at the overjoy Yubelluna "Keep her happy, you owe that much to her" "Yeah," Riser smile at his Queen and squeeze her hand softly. "That's what love feels like" Akeno step beside Nawin, grasp his right hand and hold it lovingly, then turn to face the two newly couple with a smile "You get it now, Riser? Instead of cheap lust you've been blinded by so long, is nothing compare to the love that now you held. Be eternally thankful to, Yubelluna… I doubt most girls could ever endure the stuff she gone through and still hold such powerful love for you" she said

Riser shake his head, retracting his hand and chuckle at the harsh tone directing to him from the Himejima, he turns to Nawin "She really is your girlfriend. You two are perfect for each other" he said, causing a few to chuckle and nod in agreement while Akeno giggle and hugs Nawin's arms closely "Though I get it, Akeno. Trust me, I learn from my mistakes and I will spend my entire life to make it right for her and make up for all the things I've did" Riser said, pulling Yubelluna close.

The Queen turn to the Makasha and bows to him "I personally think I owe you another personal thanks, Makasha-kun" she said, letting go of Riser's hand and walk toward Nawin, then to the surprise of many, gives him a kiss on the cheek. Everyone look in amusement at Akeno's and Riser's eyebrow twitching from the gesture, clearly not happy with it or approve of it.

"Seems like everyone has arrive" a voice said, Kokoro and Elise joins the group. "Hey you two!" Issei smile "Where have you girls been?" "Elise wanted to stretch her body up with some workout this morning, so we ran around the beach for a couple of rounds and cool ourselves in the waters" "I feel all refresh and pump up now!" Elise exclaims, extending her right hand to the air.

"Sona, isn't coming?" Nawin ask "Yeah, your sister suggested her and the rest to go out on a boat. Sona thought it is a good idea for the group to bond after they buried the hatchet with you" Issei answers "I see… sounds like Lucy to suggest such things".

"We will be leaving now. The girls already have plans and I with Yubelluna need to be there to keep them in line" Riser announce, "Needing to leave so soon?" Rias questions "I came here to thank, Nawin and I did. The girls are probably getting up right now, so we really should be heading back" "Alright then, go have fun" "Thanks, Rias, you too".

The group watch the couple leaves and disappears into the crowdy entrance of the Fair. "Wait… where's Gasper?" Nawin comment, noticing the shy Dhampir is nowhere to be seen "He's here" Koneko pet the box laid on her right "He isn't there, Koneko" Nawin walk towards the box and opens it to see nothing in there.

Rias laughs "He tricked us! That little guy is probably at home playing games right now" "Forgot how crafty he can be" Akeno said with amusing smile form on her face. Koneko expression shows annoyance instead of amusement "I'll go get him" she utters and stomps her way to the entrance "I'll go, Koneko" Nawin place a hand on her shoulder to stop her "It will be quicker".

"You aren't going to teleport, are you, Nawin-kun?" Yuuto questions "It's very populated here and the sun won't do you any favors" Xenovia adds in "Don't worry about that. Akame" "Understood". Everyone watch the King and Knight walk towards one of the umbrella stands, use for people to get away from the sun or eat in the shade.

The group look closely as the two stops in the shade, Akame then walk to the right to past the Makasha and, in just a blink of an eye when she fully passes him, Nawin disappear in a flash like he was never there to begin with. "Amazing…" Elise utters out in astonish "He's teleporting technique is something I've never seen before… it's almost like my Instant Teleportation, but require no time to concentrate at all".

"Instant Teleportation?" Rias ask slowly "Sounds interesting, you mind explaining?" Kokoro questions. Everyone's attention turns to the smiling Princess "I see no harm of telling you all. Instant Teleportation is a technique that my father, King of Shigemi created. He discovered it one day while creating a teleportation seal that when place on an object, it would send it to a person that the performer is lock on with mana. He found a way to make it so that allow himself to do so, it's a family secret so I can't tell you how it's completely performed, but that's the history of it. It basically allows me to instantly teleport to a person's mana signature".

"Interesting." Everyone jumps when hearing a familiar voice and turn around to see Nawin and Akame standing there, Gasper stood next to the Makasha and is hiding behind him. "Yeah… my instant teleportation won't be as fast as that" Elise confirm to everyone and herself, since in the back of her head, she thought it might be able to keep up with the Makasha's technique.

"Your technique does share some similarity to mine. But I have different ways of using the Speeding Shadow God. Two affective ways, one is marking an opponent and another is locking on their mana signature and instantaneously appear right at them. Marking an opponent doesn't require any concentration compare to needing to lock on their mana signature, in other words when I mark an opponent I can appear next to them in ungodly speed and finish the battle" Nawin explains while everyone listen close since the Makasha rarely talked much about his sacred gear, the same goes for its techniques.

"So, if an opponent is marked… it's pretty much over for them?" Xenovia said in impress "Believe it or not, I rarely marked my opponent" Nawin said, surprising many "The reason is because when an opponent is so close, it's easy for me just to lock on their mana signature and teleport next to them without problem or needing concentration. The only situation that will require me to use the mark technique is if I am fighting a long-range opponent".

"Amazing, you really live up to your reputation, Nawin" Elise comment with a smile "Mm-hm". Koneko turn to Gasper, who squeak and hides completely behind the Makasha "S-sorry!" he shouts, gripping the white button shirt that Nawin is wearing. "Be easy on him, Koneko-chan" Asia said, holding her friend's hand softly before turning to the Dhampir "But, Gasper-kun, please don't trick us like that again. We are all here to have fun and that includes you too, so please don't hide yourself in the room because that will make us feel guilty".

Gasper peak out and stare at Asia with surprise and slowly nod in understanding "S-sorry, everyone" he whispers, looking at the rest. "At least you're here now" Rias smile "Yes. Now let's go explore this Fair" Akeno suggest brightly.

Time Skip

The group head deeper into the Fair and spot varieties of rides ranging from a Roller-coaster to Bumper cars, even Mini golf and the Viking ride are present. Rias quickly drag Issei to the Viking ride first with the rest following behind, luckily the line was short and all of them were quickly strapped to the front side. Each row is sited with four people. Rias, Issei, Kokoro, and Elise are sited at the third row, the second row sited Asia, Koneko, Misako, and Wendy, first row is Nawin, Akeno, Akame, and Irina, the fifth middle row is taken by Xenovia, Yuuto, and Gasper with one teenage girl taking the other seat.

Nawin place a hand on Asia's tense shoulder "It's fine, Asia" he whispers in reassurance "Y-yeah, sorry, but I never been in this kind of ride. I saw it in the television once and it look kind of scary" Asia reply nervously. "Don't worry, the tight strap will prevent anything bad from happening" Rias said, looking back at Asia and reach her right hand out and ruffles the girl's blonde lock "It will be fun, I promise" "Alright!" Asia smile, now having confident.

Issei chuckle when seeing the Dhampir in the front row shaking like a leaf "You alright there?" he asks, leaning forward just a tiny bit since the strap is designed to hold the passenger tight. Gasper squeak a bit and nod "I-I'm fine… r-really fine" he replies unconvincingly "Don't worry, Gasper" Issei grins and tap the boy's shoulder gently "This ride is design to be safe, if anything happens, I'll catch ya" he promises, making the boy look back at the Hyoudou in surprise before slowly nodding "T-thanks".

Kokoro notice Elise fussing around with the belt "Something wrong?" "Yeah, they strap these uncomfortable tight, it's a nuisance" "Well, don't unlock it or you'll go flying off from your seat when this start" "What does this machine do exactly? To cause Little Asia and Gasper to look so anxious" "Oh you'll find out".

"You don't seem to be afraid, Wendy?" Akame comment, looking at the girl in the front row from her "I've b-been in these before, it's really fun!" the girl said brightly, clearly excited "Though I think someone is afraid" she said and turn to the right to see Misako gripping the steel handle tightly, her eyes are shut close, her breathing is rapid. "Whao! Calm down there, Misako!" Irina stretch her right hand out and grab the Ichiru's shoulder "Sounds like you are going to have a panic attack" she jokes, which fortunately makes Misako giggle out a bit and open her eyes "S-sorry… this is really new to me" she utters.

"Don't worry, Misako" Nawin smile and comfortingly ruffles the girl's pink lock "Here's an advice, take a deep breath, count to three, exhale, repeat". Misako close her eyes and takes a long breath 'One… Two… Three' she exhales and repeat the process a few times. "Wow!" she snaps her eyes open and smile "That really helps! I feel way calmer. Thank you, Nawin-kun!" she said brightly "You're welcome".

"You are calm" Nawin notes the Himejima simply smiling and look at the other interactions "Should I be nervous?" she asks, turning to him and giggle "Guess not. It's hard to get you nervous, let alone scared" he said, "Not true, I get scared for you, Nawin-kun" Akeno admits, looking at the mark on the Makasha's neck.

Nawin let go of the steel handle and holds Akeno's hand "Hey… let's not talk about that. The ride is about to start" he said, turning forward to see the man ready to press the power bottom after checking everyone's straps is fasten and tight enough to be safe. The man presses the big red bottom. "Kyaaaa!" all the passengers scream when the ride instead of slowly building up to speed, it immediately shoots up and swing back "Ahhhh!" "Y-Yuuto?!" "Wheeee!" "S-sounds like Asia-chan is having fun!" "Did I just hear you stutter, Issei?" "F-from excitement! Rias-chan" "You are a teeeerible lair, Issseei!" "Nooo, I'mm not, Irrinaa!" "AHHHHHHHH!" "Is Yuuto ok?! Xenovia?" "I donnn't knooow! He may have just ppppast ouuut!" "AHAHAHAHA".

Time Skip

"Bwahh!" Yuuto vomit in a nearby trashcan next to the entrance of the ride "That would explain why you were so quiet before the ride begin…" Xenovia comment, gently tapping the blonde's back. "Never seen a person's face turn that green before" Issei laughs out "G-glad you find entertainment in m-my suffering, Issei-kun" Yuuto reply in sarcasm, pulling his head up and hold his stomach, groaning in annoyance.

"Do you want me to heal you, Yuuto-san?" Asia offers, smiling brightly at the ride they just went and to the surprise of many, she wasn't in Yuuto's position, either was Gasper or Misako, the two are jolly from the ride. "N-no" Yuuto smile reassuringly at the young Makasha "I'll be fine, Asia-san. Thanks for the offer though" "You aren't fine" Rias shake her head and looks at her Knight's pale face "Let's go take a break and get you some water".

Luckily for the group, they were able to find a restaurant with available large table. Nawin sits at the end with Akeno on his right and Irina on his left while Rias sits on the front with Issei on right and Yuuto on left. The group already ordered their drinks and are now waiting. "You good now?" Issei ask, looking forward to the blonde "Yeah… much better now, though thirsty" "The drink will come shortly, don't act so weak, blondie!" Xenovia slaps Yuuto's shoulder in encouragement.

"Yeah, not a good way to impress a girl looking fragile like that, Kiba-kun" Akeno tease which cause the Knight to blush in embarrassment. "Oh yeah! While we are here" Issei snap his finger and a leather sack drop from a small-size black portal forming in existence. The group are place in the back of the restaurant, so no one notice the stunt and most are too busy chatting and eating to pay attention.

"What's in sack?" Kokoro ask "Presents! I kind of forgotten to give it to you guys" Issei admits in fluster while everyone shakes their heads and sighs at the forgettable nature from the Hyoudou. "Anyway!" Issei opens the sack and look inside "I and Rias-chan bought these in Shigemi. What better time to give them to you all now" he grins and reach inside the sack.

"Ah-ha! Xenovia, this is for you" Issei pulls out the fingerless combat gloves and pass it to the Knight "Thanks" Xenovia reply, taking the gloves, and inspect its high quality. "I picked that one for you, hope you like it" Rias smile pleasantly "I thought those gloves would help you with swinging your sword better and the silver knuckles could add protection for you".

Xenovia trace her finger on the silver knuckles "That's mighty smart of you to get her that" Nawin comment, making the group turn their head to him "Majority of monsters are weak to silver, so that gloves could act as a great offence too" "Yeah…" Xenovia hold the gloves close and smile at Rias "Thanks you, Buchou" "It's no problem, Xenovia, glad you like it".

Isse pulls out a cute and beautifully hand craft silver hair clips that is shape in a cat with golden slit eyes. Koneko eyes lighten up a bit when seeing the amazing premium looking hair clips "This would be for you, Koneko-chan" Issei grins and pass it to the Rook "It's from R—" "Issei helped me picked that. Hope you like it" Rias quickly insert, surprising the Hyoudou, who turns to her and sees a wink.

Nawin raise an eyebrow, looking at the couple, and notice Koneko was too busy looking at the hair clips to notice it 'Don't know if I approve of that action… maybe there's more to it, but's it's clear that the gift was from, Rias'. Koneko's lips twitch up firmly and looks toward the two "Thanks, Buchou and… Issei, I like them" she utters softly and hold the hair clips close to her chest.

'Do you think she will like this one or this other one?' 'Nah, choose the silver one! It kind of fits her appearance, with her white hair and all. Plus, don't she have the black hair clip already?' 'Yeah… I got that for her on her birthday' 'I see. Chose the silver one, Rias-chan!' 'Yeah, you're right!' Rias remember the words that Issei told her by the counter 'You did help me picked them, Issei. And Koneko seems love them'.

Issei smiles warmly and nod "Glad you like them, Koneko" he said happily, seeing Koneko glancing at him and nod firmly, sending a smile, faint, but still a smile that holds happy and thankful in them. "Wear them, Koneko-chan! It must look lovely on you" Asia said in encouragement "Alright…" Koneko unclip the black cat-shape hair clips, placing it away in her pocket dimension and carefully put each of the new hair clips to the right side and the left.

Koneko looks up and smile, "Adorable!" Xenovia comment first with a thumbs up "Agree completely" Yuuto smile "I say you just become more desirable, Koneko-chan" Akeno tease "I may know the shop that, Rias gotten that beautifully crafted hair clip. It looks fitting on you, Koneko" Elise comments out politely "Just gotten cuter, you did" Kokoro smirk "Even Fallen Angel's would second guess attacking an adorable girl like you" Irina cheekily comment "Kawaii!" Misako gushes, containing herself from hugging the Rook "C-cute" Wendy shyly comment while Akame just nod in response "Suits you wonderfully, Koneko" Nawin lastly state with smile.

Koneko blush heavily by all the positive and teasing comments. She smiles back at everyone before turning to Issei and Rias to nod once more at them in gratitude, which they return with a bright smile. "Now, blondie!" Issei grins, turning to Yuuto who perks up and looks at him with curious "My present?" "Yes… here!" Issei throws the blonde a decent size book. Yuuto catches it and turns it around to face the front "… Becoming a Master Sword User" he reads out "Ohh!" Elise perks up and smile in fondness "That's a great book! My tutor gave me that book to study the art of swordsmanship. Sir Yuuto, that book contain extremely valuable information that will surely help your sword skills and teach you more about the insight art" she said.

Yuuto smile in excitement, always looking forward to improve his swordsmanship "You can drop the formality, Elise-san and thank you for telling me that, it got me excited. And" the Knight turn to Issei "Thanks for the gift, Issei-kun, well picked… I was honestly worried you were going to give me something… less helpful" he admits "Psh, expect this to be the last present I ever give you" Issei puff his chest and turn to the side to hide his proud smirk at getting the right gift for his admittedly good friend.

"Kokoro!" Issei turn to his Queen with a grin "Oh no" Kokoro mutters with worry expression "What did you get me?" "Hey! I got you something nice! Don't give me that look!" "Really? Let's see". Kokoro gasp in surprise when seeing an amazing knuckle knife being pull out from the sack "Ahha! I knew you love it!" Issei grins widen and pass the weapon to the Matashi.

Kokoro gently slide the sword out of the brown leather scabbard, creating a hiss sound that send delight chills down the sword users' spine. Kokoro stare in marvel at the golden blade, shining brightly around the shade room "Beautiful" she whispers, sliding her four fingers into the handle and find the gold very comfortable to hold, giving her an idea that this is made by a Master Craftsman.

"The blade isn't pure gold, just coated in it, but don't worry about it going away. The shop keeper says that gold will stay around forever" Issei informs "Then what is the blade made of?" "Saphrite! A rare metal and one of the strongest out there! It's rare because the metal can infuse with magic, so if you practice with it, something interesting might happen" "Damn, sounds awesome" Xenovia comment, examining the exquisite looing weapon.

"I'll see what this baby can really do" Kokoro smirk and slide the knife back into its scabbard "Thanks, Issei, this is an amazing present" she said "Hehe, glad you like it!" Issei grins, then turns to Asia "Now, lastly, Asia! Rias and I looked hard to find something for you, we head to the best bakery in Shigemi and we picked up an amazing chocolate cookie jar!" Issei pulls out a large jar filled with medium-size cookies and place it on the table.

"I and Issei tried them and it's mouthwatering delicious" Rias state "Puts the best bakery shop I know in Vesarima to shame in honest opinion". Asia squeak in delight and grab the jar in front of her "Yeah! Thank you! Buchou, Issei-san! I will take my time eating these" "Eat one, now" Koneko utters, looking at the jar with hunger eyes.

Asia smile sweetly and throws the jar up, a dimension pocket portal rip to existence where the jar enters before it closes "Sorry, Koneko-chan, but that cookie is for other time. Special occasions!" she said. Everyone chuckle when the adorable Rook pouting.

"Though hope these are as good as you two said, Buchou and Issei-san" Asia said and everyone freeze in flabbergasted and shock when they see Asia's lips form up to an eerie sinister smile "It would be unpleasant if I found out they aren't good" she said in a soft but deathly.

As everyone froze in horror while Asia turn to Akeno, her smile changes back to the warm bright one that everyone is fond of "Did I do good, Akeno-chan?" she asks the giggling Himejima. Akeno opens her mouth and was about to reply when a flick on the forehead cause her to stop and squeak in pain "No" Nawin said sternly, glaring at her "You will not teach my sweet Little Sister that kind of stuff" he states with everyone nodding in agreement.

Akeno rubs her forehead cutely and pouts "I thought it would be helpful in certain situations" she said, "Please don't be mad at, Akeno-chan, Onii-chan" Asia interject "I'm not mad, Asia, but please don't do that again… maintain that bright smile I always love" he said softly. Asia's expression turn surprise and before nod slowly, smiling brightly "If that makes you happy, Onii-chan! I will smile like this" she spread her smile wider and goofily which cause everyone to let out a laugh.

"You didn't look scary at all" Koneko state, poking her friend's cheek "What? I was not?" Asia turn to the others "Nope, sorry, Asia-chan, but you are too sweet to be scary like Akeno-senpai" Xenovia state with a heartwarming smile "Asia-chan is too kawaii!" Misako state with everyone nodding in agreement.

Asia turns to the Himejima "Akeno-chan?" "Sorry, Asia, but you just don't have the face to pull it off" Akeno reach out and pull Asia's plump cheek, giggling "You are too adorable for it" she states, releasing the pouting blonde's cheek when seeing two waiters walking toward the table holding everyone's drink.

Time Skip

"Nawin-kun, you want to head to the Ferris wheel?" Irina ask, tugging the Makasha's shirt "Sure" "Great" she grins happily "I'll go fetch us the ticket". Nawin watch Irina runs to the stand before turning to Akeno, standing at his right side "I have been curious" "Of what?" "Why haven't you been hostile towards, Irina? You clearly don't mind her being near me or get a bit intimate" "Because she holds no cheap lust towards you like many other girls" Akeno reply softly and slowly.

Nawin is surprise by the reply he got and was about to speak "Anyway" Akeno turns to him, smiling beautifully "You two go have fun, since it will be a while you guys will see each other again. I'll go spend some time with Asia-chan and others" Akeno giggles and walk off.

"I got the tickets" Irina returns, holding three tickets "Oh? Akeno isn't joining us?" she asks, not spotting the Himejima around "No, it will be just the two of us" Nawin reply, holding a smile. Irina blush a bit and slowly nod "A-alright, let's go then" "Mhm".

"Look at that" Xenovia smirk and points toward the Ferris Wheel "Didn't expect to see that" Yuuto chuckle out "Yeah… weirdly, I find it… cute" Issei admits, seeing his childhood friend and best friend entering the steel cart. Rias is most intrigue by this and turn to the right to see Akeno hanging out with Asia, Koneko, and Nawin's group 'Akeno…'.

"I bet the view will be amazing up top" Irina state, looking through the steel bars that fortunately didn't hide much of the amazing view of the beach "Indeed, I took Akeno to the famous London Eye, we got to see some breathtaking view" Nawin reply "Really?!" Irina turns to him "I heard about the London Eye while assigned to the England Church, sadly, I was so busy that I never got the chance to ride it" she said in disappointing tone.

"It's bigger than this one, right?" Irina ask "Yes, probably twice the size. It moves quite slow and with the large size of it, it takes a total of half an hour to fully ride it" "Whao, I have to try it one day!" Irina said hopefully "I really enjoy heights" "I'll take you there one day, how about it?" Nawin offers, surprising the Angel.

"Y-you don't have to, really. I can go by myself when I'm free" Irina shakes her hands "Don't worry, I don't mind. Plus, it gives me a reason to go to London, always enjoy visiting the place. Also, wouldn't it be fun having company instead of going alone?" Nawin questions "Yeah… you're right" Irina smile "Thanks, Nawin-kun".

Nawin smile calmly and nod, then turns back to the view and sees they are half-way up "So tell me, why do you like height?" "You don't?" "When I was young, I was terrified of heights but grown pass it now" "Ah, I see, everyone goes through that. Well, I like height because of the feelings it gives me… Like I'm free and no longer restricted" Irina looks down at her hands, resting on her lap "It's probably the reason why I love heaven so much and the ability to fly. At heaven, you can see the whole human world, giving a full view of everything, watch the human and their activities, also looking out for churches and come in need of one's need".

"Did the church tied you down?" Nawin questions, never noticing the Angel ever saying positive stuff about her being an Exorcist or working for the church "It's the life of an exorcist, really. I don't have any negative feeling toward the church, they are like my second home, the England Churches especially. But the exorcist schedule is brutal, so was the training to become one. I always felt restricted, like a drone waiting for the next mission to sly a Rouge Devil or Fallen Angel… I love saving people and really that was the one of the big reason for me to stay as an Exorcist for so long, also Xenovia-chan was another big reason. Unlike me, she was able to endure all the busy schedule and training because she's a strength freak with durable body and crazy amount of stamina" Irina said, which gets a chuckle out of Nawin.

Irina looks down and twinkle around the silver cross necklace with her fingers "Even though it was a tough life, I don't regret being an Exorcist since it did allow me to serve Lord Micheals and ultimately lead me to a path of becoming an Angel, meeting Xenovia-chan and getting to know everyone else and… you, Nawin-kun. I say all the brutal training and crazy schedule was well worth it!" Irina state, looking up at him "Yeah, you had quite the journey to get here" Nawin comment.

"By the way" Irina looks down at her right hand, more specifically looking at the black ring with white diamond "Thanks for giving me this, it means a lot" she said, rubbing the smooth, premium looking ring. Nawin raise an eyebrow "Why?" he utters softly "Because I knew you only give these rings to the people you care deeply for. I've seen Asia-chan, Akame, Lucy wearing it and Akeno with that bracelet. It- it's nice to know I'm part of that special group" she admits shyly, holding a noticeable blush.

Nawin smile "You've become a dear person to me, Irina, so I never want anything bad to happen to you. I will say again" he leans forward and grasp her right hand gently, resting his thump on Irina's index finger where the ring is worn "Call me if you in need of help, I'll be there in a flash". Irina smile happily and holds Nawin's hand softly, looking up at his warm eyes "Understood, but Nawin-kun, if you ever need my help then also don't hesitate to ask because I will gladly be there for you".

"Not jealous?" Koneko comment, munching down a yellow cotton candy and glancing at Akeno. The two stands behind, Misako, Wendy, and Akame having a battle of dunk water with Asia siting inside the cage. Akeno smile "Irina is a special case" "Because she truly loves, Nii-chan?" "Yes… I can't force away love" "Thinking of sharing?" "Koneko-chan?! You would suggest such a thing?!" "Don't act surprise… I see you are thinking about it" Akeno giggles and looks up at the Ferris wheel with a weird smile "I'm not completely sure yet, my emotions are unclear right now".

"Anyway, let's not talk about my problem," Akeno turn to the shorter girl with a teasing smirk "Nii-chan… where did that come from?" she asks, causing Koneko to blush faintly, but still holds her monotone expression "None of your business" "Aww! Come now, Koneko-chan! Share it with me, we've been friends for so long now" "He… helped me figure out my life" Koneko said and joins the others, leaving Akeno in surprise. A smile form on her lips and she glances back at the Ferris wheel one last time 'Nawin-kun…'.

"Awww! I missed again" Wendy pout at all her four balls missing the big red target "This is set at further distance compare to the normal one's… A bit unfair" Akame comment with narrow eyes, stepping forward for her turn. "I'm still dry!" Asia shouts out and giggle cutely which cause Akame to pause, wondering if she should hit the red target "Hit it, Asia hates it when people don't take her seriously because of her current condition" Koneko advise, stopping beside.

"Fine" Akame grip the yellow ball tightly and throws it forward "Kyaaa!" the ball smash right at the target, causing the chair to flap down and Asia falling into the cold water. The girls see through the mirror, Asia smiling brightly and swimming around the large tank "That's why she'd volunteered" Misako giggle "To get some cold water on her after being out in the sun for so long".

"Ohh" Elise stop in front of the Hi Striker machine "Issei, what is this?" she asks "That's a Hi Striker machine! It's to test your strength" Issei answers and grabs the hammer "You use this hammer and smash it down at that black box shape and depending on how hard you hit, it will show the numbers on that red display right now showing zeros".

"How high can it go?" "This machine highest is five thousand" "Interesting…" "How about I show you how it's done properly and you can give it a shot?" Issei suggest holding the hammer over his shoulder "That would be mighty helpful, I'm afraid of breaking these fragile machines and cause unnecessary attention" "Don't worry about that too much, Elise! You got us here" Issei claps his free hand on Elise's shoulder before turning toward the machine.

Kokoro stop beside Elise, holding a newly bought can of sprite 'This will be interesting'. The two girls watch Issei bend his knees and lift the hammer over his head, using both hands, taking deep breath and eyes close. After a minute pass, Issei snap his eyes open and slam the hammer down with such force that it cut through the wind, creating sounds of a low howl.

The girls watch in shock and awe when seeing the numbers climbing up in ridiculously fast rate until it stops to a perfect five thousand, causing the bell from up top to ring in congratulations. "Ahah! See that, ladies!" Issei rest the hammer on his right shoulder, wearing a big grin and gives a thumbs up with his left hand.

Elise grins and applauds "That was splendid, Issei!" she said while Elise smirk and raise the sprite can "Well done, your strength control has gotten better. Honestly, I was worried you were going to blow the whole machine up,". Issei stop in front of them "Maybe in the past I would have, but thanks to your training, Kokoro, I am getting better at controlling my strength!" he said, still holding that grin. Kokoro was surprise with the Hyoudou words, a faint and rare blush form on her cheek from the unexpected compliment "You still have a long way to go, buddy" Kokoro regain her cool composure and crush the now empty sprite can and precisely throw it behind, landing right in the trash can.

"Yeah, yeah, you always say that" Issei chuckle and turn to Elise "Want to give it a try?" "Love to" Elise catch the incoming hammer and stop in front of the machine "Don't go full strength, Elise" Kokoro said out "Do not worry, Kokoro". Elise brings the hammer up and swings it down in great speed and to no surprise by the two, the number five thousand appear once again in the screen "Well done!" Kokoro smirk and claps her hand while Issei grins and high fives the Princess "Awesome work! Shows we both are strong, Aye?" Elise smile "Yeah".

Middle of the Ocean

"What in the world! Why can't I catch a single fish!" Genshirou pulls his line up and sees the hook empty again "Because you have no patient" Lucy state, seeing her bait moving and pulls the line up to catch a bright yellow Dorado. Reya, who is standing next to Lucy, catch the fish midair with a fishing glove and puts it in the large black bucket with the other fishes "Well done, Lucy-chan… Hmm, you've caught a total of five fish so far".

Sona patiently waits for a fish to catch her line, she still hasn't caught any 'Almost like the fish are ignoring me' but she decides to wait and hopefully catch a big one. Suddenly the line shoots out, Sona pull her line in and stand up from the chair to push it up more affectively. A large Blue Marlin protrudes from the waters before plummeting back down "That's a big fish!" Tomoe shouts from the roof of the boat where she, Tsubasa, and Ruruko are sunbathing. "That would be perfect for tonight! Let me help, Kaichou" Lucy shoots up from her chair and grab a hold of Sona's rod, placing her hand on Sona's "We need teamwork to catch this one!" Lucy exclaims.

Sona pull the spinner to bring the fish in "Be careful, Kaichou! Don't accidently break the line" Lucy warns "G-got it" Sona stutter a bit, still amaze by her catch and start finding exhilaration. Sona inspect the line and sees it's fine, so she begins pulling the spinner again "Ok, it's coming towards us" Lucy keeps a firm hold and gently pull the rod back "That's it, Kaichou! Keep going, I'll give a count on when to pull it out of the water. Everyone! Move out of the way and, Reya, get that bucket inside, don't want it to accidently knock the fishes over" "Understood!".

The Blue Marlin splash around furiously, it's sharp long noise cutting the waters, but the strength of two devils prove too much and due to the pain from its mouth where the hook is impaled, it has no choice but to move forward. "Now, Kaichou!" "Alright!" the two, with all their strength pull the rod up. "Whao!" the girls look in marvel when seeing the Blue Marlin fly out of the water and lands onto the back of the large rented boat.

"Ehhh! It's mad" Genshirou jumps up to dodge the fish's sharp nose "Sleep" Tsubaki utters, pointing her right hand toward the fish and a moment later the animal falls into slumber. "Ahah!" Lucy sling her arms around Sona's shoulder "We did it, Kaichou!" she said, grinning in accomplishment.

Sona smile fully and nod "We sure did, that got my blood pumping" she admits coolly and readjust her glasses that was close to falling. Lucy nod and brings her right hand up for a high-five "Come on, don't be so uptight!" the blonde said, seeing the Sitri's blank expression toward the gesture. Sona sighs, but can't help to smile and raise her right hand and accepts her friend gesture "There we go, not so bad?" Lucy teases "Not profession, Lucy" "You don't need to act like the heiress all the time, Kaichou! Especially when you are with us".

Sona look up at everyone and see them smiling t her "Yeah! We are at vacation, Kaichou! Don't need to be so uptight!" Ruruko said "It's good to unwind at times, Kaichou" Tsubasa comment "That same goes to you, Tsubaki-senpai" Genshirou comments, turning to the stoic Queen.

"You are too serious all the time, Senpai" Momo joins, stopping beside Genshirou "I am enjoying myself in the trip, just because my expression is ever the same doesn't mean I'm not enjoying this, you two" Tsubaki said and to add more to her case, she sends a faint smile at the two "Whao! She smiled!" Genshirou gasp "So rare!" Momo comments.

"By the looks of things" Lucy stare at her bucket that Reya just place down in front of her, then turn to Blue Marlin "Guess you are the loser of this contest, Genshi" she announces, catching the Pawn's attention "What?!" "You caught nothing, I see the empty bucket there" Lucy smirk and points at the empty blue bucket laid next to Genshirou side's chair.

"I got one more rod here!" Genshirou with determination firing in his eyes, grab the second rod and pull it in "I shall catch even one fish!" he proclaims. A large puddle of seaweed burst out from the ocean and lands on Momo's head "…" Genshirou grinning expression turns horrifyingly blank, he slowly turns his head to the right and see Momo's surprise expression by the large quantity of slimy seaweed covering her whole head and some dropping to her feet.

Everyone tries to hold back their giggle and laughter "GENSHIIII!" Momo snap out of her shock and shouts "S-sorry, Mom—" Genshirou is stop by a powerful slap that sends him flying out of the boat and crashing into the ocean. Everyone burst out in laughter at the comical scene, even Sona and Tsubaki let out a wholeheartedly laughs, joining the others.

Time Skip: Night time at Gremory Beach House

With the dark night falling on the now quiet and uneventful beach. That can't be said the same in the House of Gremory, as the group are getting ready for a large barbecue dinner in the backyard. The large pit built in the center of the backyard now lights up in fire. Xenovia and Koneko toss in the pit some fresh gathered logs to keep the fire alive and heat up, since the night here gets too cold.

Elise, Misako, and Wendy help set the plates and glass up on the large table build to be sited by a large quantity of people. Yuuto, Nawin, and Akame are setting up chairs around the table while Irina and Issei are working on cooking the meats on the large grills. Rias, Akeno, and Kokoro are inside the house's kitchen, working hard on preparing the desserts, sides, and other main courses for everyone.

"Be careful to not burn them, Issei" Irina clips the tongs and flip the juicy cut baby-back pork ribs to the other end "Don't worry, Irina! I got this" Issei boast and flip the chicken legs "You said that once and look at what happened at my farewell barbecue night" "Not my fault I burnt all the meat! I was Ten!" "You asked to cook and boast to us that you would do magnificently" Irina reply and giggle when seeing the Hyoudou pouts and turn back to keep an eye at his side of meat.

Asia and Gasper are sited on the porch with Bags of marshmallow on their lap, a bag of wooden stick laid on the table, in front of them. "I want to eat them now" Gasper said with hunger, looking at the marshmallow in his right hand "No, Gasper-kun! You have to wait after dinner" Asia scold softly and stick another marshmallow on the stick and place it on the second plate, next to the first plate already full of stick on marshmallows.

"Is the second plate almost full?" Asia ask, when hearing Gasper place another stick down "Y-yeah" "Alright, let's leave the last pack of marshmallows for s'mores!" "S-s'mores?" "It's a delicious dessert, Onii-chan told me! I can't wait to try it" Asia squeak cutely making the Dhampir blush slightly.

"Looks who's here" Nawin set down the final chair and turn to the backyard entrance to see Riser entering with the girl's following close behind him. "Yo, Nawin" Riser smirk and walk toward him, the two exchange a fist bump while the girls go takes a seat around the fire. "Hey, Phenex! I got your favorite food!" Issei said in mocking tone and hold up a well cook chicken leg "I like my one's fried" Riser smirk and lift his right hand that burst in flames "I can help you with that".

A block of ice envelops Riser's right hand, causing him to fall onto his knees from the unexpected weight "Calm yourself, Riser" Sona stop beside and glance down at him, flicking her finger to shatter the ice. Riser grunts and stand back up with hands in his pockets "What… in the world is that" he comments, seeing the Blue Marlin being carried by Tsubasa "Kaichou, was able to catch that" Lucy reveal.

Riser have the look of disbelief "Shush, Riser!" Sona hiss, knowing what the Phenex is about to reveal, but is ignore "She couldn't catch a fish without falling into the river when we were young" he said which cause the whole student Council group to look at their King and burst into snigger. Sona glares at the smirking Phenex "Just a little fact to tell" he said in jest tone, then make his way toward the barbecue station.

"Being honest with you, Kaichou" Tsubaki flick her glasses up, a small smirk form on her lips "If, Lucy-san didn't come and help you with that fish, there was a good chance you would have fallen into the ocean" she said with cause the other to let out a laugh. Sona blush furiously and glare at them "Go take your seats! All of you! Lucy, come with me to the house so we can whip up a dish with that fish" "Ahaha, sure".

"Good one there, Tsubaki-senpai" Genshirou praise, still chuckling while staring at Sona and Lucy, carrying the fish and entering the house. Tsubaki smirk widen "Just stating a fact, also seeing, Kaichou losing her composure at times is very amusing" "I agree completely" Reya comments "Yeah, she's always so strict and serious" Tsubasa state, washing her hand with a wet towel.

Sona's peerage take a seat at the other side of the fire pit. "Huh, would you look at that" Riser smirk, sipping a glass of lemonade while staring at his peerage and Sona's peerage sitting at the opposite sides and facing each other. "Quite an interesting sight" Irina comment, taking out the last ribs and steaks from the grill and onto a clean plate "You two never clash in the rating games?" Issei questions "Nah, never got the chance too. Probably will when Sona's dream is complete".

Issei turns to the Phenex when finish turning the grill off "Her dream?" "Yeah" Riser take another sip of the sweet lemonade "Her dream is to create a Ratings Game School that is open to all, regardless of their status, it's one of the reason she came to the human world, to study in a human school and learn how their system works" "Rating games aren't open for everyone one?" Irina question in surprise.

Riser shake his head "No, it's open for all Devils who reach King Status, it's just that only nobles have the pleasure to learn it while peasants are force to learn themselves, and trust me, there aren't books laying around to help them. They have to either look at a rating games match or be in it to fully understand the whole thing and rules on it" "That's crap, who even created those rules?!" Issei snarl in disgust.

"The High Councils" Nawin answers in revulsion clear in his tone by just mentioning their name. He stops beside Riser, holding a glass of ice filled with coke "They made the price of entering the School so outrageously high that only nobles could afford the pleasure of entering them. Peasants have no chance of ever entering them and like, Riser said, they have to study themselves which gives them a big disadvantage when entering the Rating Games Tournament held every year".

"It's the reason why the Top Ten Ranked Teams of Rating games are all nobles' child and it has been like that ever since the first Rating Game Tournament was made. It's laughable to think a King born with peasant would ever have the chance to reach the Top Ten ranks" Yubelluna joins in, stopping beside Riser and holding a glass of sex in the beach.

"Seems like Vesarima treats peasants like Shigemi" Elise comment with unpleasant tone, listening closely to the conversation "It's bullshit that peasant are treated so unfairly!" Issei grits his teeth in anger "It's not their fault they are born that way! And what right do the Councils have by doing that?!" "It's been ruled like that for centuries now" Riser state uncaringly, not really bothered by it compare to others "Not much you can say about it, lots of Nobles agree with it, so no chance of changing that in the future".

"I plan on finding a way through it" the group turn around to see Sona exiting the house, looking at them with calm but determinate demeanor "Nobles and Council may laugh as much as they like, but I will create a Rating Game School where everyone can join, no matter if they are born with peasants blood or are too poor to join… they will be accepted openhandedly and learn the fun sport that us Devil created… it should be enjoyed by everyone not just nobles" she said with such passion that it surprise many.

"Calm down there, Sister" Rias smile, existing out the door and claps her hand down on the Sitri's shoulder "No need to get so worked up" "Yeah, trust me" Riser smirk and raise the lemonade glass up "I and Rias believe you will succeed, huh, out of the three of us. You are the only person who could make that kind of ambitious dream come true" "Riser…" Sona whisper as a faint smile form on her lips.

"But wait, Rating games don't seem that hard, I mean, it seems quite simple with the one we had against, Riser" Issei comment "That's because I picked a simple game" Riser reply "Simple game?" "There's different type of Rating games, Issei. There's the Scramble the Flag game where the two peerage groups must rush to collect all the flags scattered around the battlefield, there's Object break, Rampage Ball, Dice Figure, and an All-Out Battle which is what, Riser picked" Sona explains

"Oh, I see, so it's much more complicated" Issei nods "Yes, that's why the nonnoble devils have such problem going into them, even an All-Out Battle Game have rules and it's frustrating to see that they don't know anything when entering a Rating Games and ultimately are in a huge disadvantage" Sona state with displease tone, before she is calm down by Rias squeezing her shoulder.

"Rias-chan, I never asked you this, but what is your dream?" Issei ask his girlfriend, who is caught off-guard by the sudden question. Everyone turn to Rias with interest to hear her answer "My dream? Being honest I don't really know, Issei" Rias answer in honest, bringing her hand away from the Sitri and place on her hip "But if you want an answer, it would be to become a successful heir of the Gremory Clan when it's my time to take over, but for my personal dream… I don't know… to keep my dear peerage happy and complete it, I do have a Rook piece left" she said.

"You have a nice dream, Buchou" Asia comments brightly "Ahaha, thank you, Asia" Rias walk toward the blonde and ruffles her hair lovingly "I have pretty much everything I want in life and I never had a big ambitious dream like Sona does" "Guess it's no surprise you feel that way, Buchou" Xenovia walks away from the fire pit and claps her dusty hand "You are the Princess of the Gremory clan".

"What's your dream, Phenex?" Issei ask in great curious "Already found mine" Riser smile and wrap his hands around Yubelluna and plant a kiss on her lips "Awww" Ile and Nel giggles at the sweet answer while the rest of the Phenex peerage smile. "Alright, everyone!" Lucy barge out of the door, holding a wide grin "Dinner is ready! Rias, Kaichou, come help us serve the foods. The rest of you go take your seats! Oh! And Issei, Irina, set up the meats you guys grill up first" "Right!".

After a couple of minutes pass, all the food is placed on the wooden table with everyone sited at their organized seat. Riser and Sona group take a seat on the right end while Rias, Issei, and Nawin group take the left end, with as usual, Rias and Nawin take the front and end of the table side.

"Looks splendid" Nawin smile at variety of food on the table ranging from a delicious Mash Potato with Gravy to Meat balls and Salmon or Tuna Salad to a large bowl of Baked Beans. The Blue Marlin is skinned and cut, now cooked perfectly with plenty of slices laid in the center with lemon dripped on top of them. "Hmmm" Koneko stare at the Marlin slices with hunger in her eyes and quickly grabs a fork and stab one, bringing it to her plate, which gets a hearty chuckle out of everyone.

"You five did an excellent job! Thanks for the food!" Issei claps his head together in-kind gesture and quickly grabs a piece of ribs and bowl of mash potato. Nawin notice Irina doing a silent pray before digging into the cooked salmon and salad on her plate that she early picked 'Guess she would do that, though if us devil do that it would cause all of us to have a major headache' he thinks, remembering Asia praying for the very first time she had dinner with his family and suffer from such a painful headache that it almost caused her to collapse in unconscious.

Akeno helps Asia pick out her food "What else do you want, Asia?" Akeno ask, placing a burger down on the blonde's plate "Umm, the meatball please with French fries!" "Alright" "Thank you, Akeno-chan!" "Ufufu, no problem, dear". "Be careful, Xenovia-chan or you'll choke" Yuuto offers his fellow Knight a glass of water after watching her chomping down on two burgers already, clearly hungry 'No surprises, she always had a big appetite… probably because of her workout routine' he thinks as Xenovia takes the glass of water and drinks it down.

"Thanks!" Xenovia smile widely at Yuuto, causing him to blush a bit and nod before returning to eating the fried chicken leg on his plate. "Riser-kun, please eat some vegetables, I know you aren't fond of them, but their good for you" Yubelluna advice, placing some broccoli and peas down on the Phenex plate, already filled with lots of meat and mash potato. "Hmm" Riser chew at his steak and glance at Yubelluna to see if she's serious, seeing her blank expression he sighs "Fine" "Vegetables are great for you, Riser-sama!" Karlamine said, smiling broadly "It gives you strength and vitamins!" "It would help you look as good as Flash-kun!" Ile and Nel tease simultaneously.

Riser eyebrow twitches and takes a broccoli to his mouth and chews it "Grr… disgusting" he groans in repugnance, causing the girls to giggle in amusement. "Fantastically cook!" Lucy moans in delight as she swallows a piece of the slice Marlin "You cooked it to perfection, Lucy" Sona praise, taking the bite of the fish as well, savoring it's delicious and rich taste "It goes great with that Cream Sauce you made, Rias" Sona said to her friend "Happy to hear, my mother taught me that, thought it would go well with the fish" "Sure did" Koneko informs, causing the three girls to turn to her.

They are surprise to see two more slices of Marlin on Koneko's plate, both slices are covered heavily in Rias's Cream Sauce "I can see you love it!" Lucy laughs out along with Rias. Koneko smile and gives a thumps up to Sona and Lucy "Good job catching it" she said, before returning back to enjoy the second slice.

"Elise, don't waste your time with knife and fork on ribs" Kokoro comment, seeing the Princess having a hard time with the large ribs, trying to cut the meat away from the bones "How shall I eat them then?" Elise asks in confusion. Issei tap her shoulder "Like this, Elise!" he picks up the end of the born and bite mightily at the meat before swallowing it "This is how we eat ribs! It may be a bit dirty but much easier" "I see! I shall try your way!" Elise smile and grab one of the meaty bone and chumps down "There we go!" Issei cheers "Delicious! This sauce is spectacular" "Ahaha, am I right! Thanks, Kokoro for the sauce she handmade it!" "Really! Splendid work with this, Kokoro, it's simply delicious" Elise greatly praise her friend "Hahah, glad you like it, it's my homemade barbecue sauce".

"Gen-chan, you have to try this pork and chicken skewers! They are amazing with the barbecue Sauce!" Momo said, holding a skewer next to Genshirou "Really?" "Genshi-kun! Try these amazing cook prawns! They are delicious!" Ruruko said from the other side, holding the stick of prawns near the blonde's face "O-oh nice" Genshirou utters and start to sweat when the two girls glare at each other before turning to him "Try them!".

"Isn't that just a heartwarming sight" Reya giggle when watching both Momo and Ruruko feeding Genshirou "Lucky guy, having those two affections though he's completely oblivious on it" Lucy shake her head while taking a sip of a glass of coke.

"You need help there, Ravel-sama?" Yubelluna help pick up a bowl of French fries for the princess "I didn't ask for help!" Ravel comment in annoyance and grab the bowl from the Queen. "Ravel, be nice" Riser scold lightly, but Ravel just stick her tongue out at him "You little!" "Hehehe, nice to see you defending her, Onii-sama" Ravel suddenly giggle and turn to Yubelluna "Thanks, Yubelluna".

Riser fluster when seeing his little sister tricked him "You are such a handful" he utters, shaking his head "I'm not" Ravel retorts and turn to Koneko "Can you pass me one of that fish before you completely hog all of them?" "Hmm" Koneko blankly look up at the Phenex and down to the plate of Marlin slices that is in front of her.

Ravel blinks "Hello? Kat, can you hear me" she asks in annoyance "… Mine" Koneko finally said and takes another slice "HEYY!" Ravel shoots up and glare at Koneko "Extremely rude! Now give me a piece before I forcibly take it!" "Do dare" Koneko stand up and glare back. While the two are busy glaring at each other, Asia quietly takes a slice and place it on Ravel's plate "There" she said, catching the two's attention "Here's your slice, Ravel-chan!".

Ravel blinks before smiling in victorious "Thank you, Asia, at least you have manners compare to, Kat" she said, sitting back down and begin digging into the fish. Koneko takes a sit and pouts "Now, now, Koneko-chan" Asia claps her hand down on the Rook's shoulder and smile "You need to share a bit" she said and get a reluctant nod from the Toujou.

"Akame…" Nawin whispers, watching in disbelief at the amount of food laid on the Knight's plate "See! Too much!" Misako exclaims "W-will you be able to e-eat all of that?" Wendy ask in awe, looking at the ribs, chickens, lots of meat skewers, and a large bowl of salad as a side. "I have a big appetite" Akame state out, finishing another skewer and picks up the next one.

Nawin shake his head and smile in amusement, before he turns to face everyone "Shall we have a toast? For this amazing dinner, cooked by five beautiful and lovely ladies" he said, causing Rias, Akeno, Kokoro, Lucy, and Sona to blush "Also to all of us, bonding together in this trip, getting to know each other… it's been a delight being able to spend time with you all" he said, lifting a glass of coke up.

Everyone smile and lift their glass up to join "Agree, it's been an amazing trip" Riser said "It's thanks to you, Buchou! It was you who organized this wonderful trip!" Asia comment "Yeah, you are awesome, Rias-chan! This would have never happened if it wasn't for you" Issei shouts happily, grinning lovingly at his blushing lover. "It's my pleasure" Rias smile back at everyone "It brings me great joy that this trip has brought us all closer together" "You did well, I have to admit that I enjoy this little vacation more than I originally would have thought" Sona admits.

Nawin stand up which signals the rest to follow suit "Indeed, thank you, Rias for allowing this opportunity" he said, holding a bright smile "Cheers, everyone!" "Cheers!" the group of young devils click their glasses together and take a full gulp of their drinks.

Everyone seats back to their chairs and continue to enjoy the delicious food on the table. The sound of chatting and laughter echoes around the quiet night, the young devils enjoying the last night they have with each other to the fullest.

Next Chapter: Issei Face The Archdevil! Departure!