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Welcome to chapter 6!
Sorry about the long await but I was really busy with school and work so I didn't have much time to write. But I am now back... Kinda.
I got sick in the middle of last week so my writing is still going to be slow but I will be trying to write as much as I can. And with me being sick, I didn't get to write out this chapter as much as much as I'd like.
I wanted to give you guys something to look forward to and read and I believe this chapter will!
Also, thank you so much for the love and support you guys are showing! We are almost at 2k follows and favorites!
Now before the story begins, I like to address Kamen Rider Onyx's review.
I know this story is so similar to others but if you READ my author's note at the end of chapter 1, then you would know this is my "continuation" of Fire and Ash by SoulReaperCrewe. I know I am a bit farther in the story then he is and I changed some details but the plot is still the same. I am doing this because his story was unique and has not updated in about a year now so I wanted to keep the story going but not completely rip him off. As for your other comments, I know I'm bashing Issei and Naruto is an ass so far in what he has done but I believe SoulReaper would have gone a similar route as me. Also, why are you calling his kids bastard children? A bastard child is from a person who had a child from another woman that wasn't wanted which is usually from cheating on someone. It was consensual for Yasaka, Akasha, and Naruto. I also never said that he slept with dozens of women. I said I may add his peerage apart of his harem and have never said that he slept with them. And the answer is no, he has not slept with them yet so that is invalid.
But this is what kinda matters.
1. You don't have to read if you don't like it. Don't get me wrong I like comments like this as they show me how to better myself for OTHER stories as I am set in what I am doing for this story.
2. There are about 2k people who agree or at least don't have a problem with what I'm doing.
3. And finally, why did it take my author's note to "trigger" you so to speak? Not trying to be mad and stuff, but why say this in Chapter 5 which was a filler?
Okay "Angry" author's note over.
So hope you guys enjoy this chapter!
And Happy Halloween! (Unless you don't celebrate it then just Happy 31st. Don't get mad at me.)
Chapter 6
Rias was nervous. She had never been this nervous in her entire life.
Why was she nervous you ask?
The reason why she was so nervous was the fact that her newly discovered brother informed her of two Holy sword user's coming to Kuoh.
Now normally she wouldn't have been nervous about dealing with the church but the fact that her brother, Naruto, said this was an important meeting was putting her on edge. That and the fact Naruto was coming with a few peerage members of his to watch and supervise this meeting.
She really wanted things to go well and have him see her as a strong, independent woman and not some spoiled princess. Ever since she met Naruto, they spent a lot more time together as he took over as the 'guardian' of Kuoh on behalf of the Yokai faction. They had talked much and got along well when he would visit the club. He was just so different than any of the other pureblood devils.
She was happy she had a brother like him.
Brother…
Rias frowned at that word. Or at least when she thought of her other brother.
Sirzechs.
She had always looked up to Sirzechs not just because of his power or status as Maou. She looked up to him for his kindness and the fact that he always treated Rias like a sister than just the 'Gremory Heir.'
She loved him for that as most of the elders just treated her like royalty instead of a normal girl.
That was where she got disappointed in herself. She thought what she was doing was good and would benefit others. But when Naruto told her to look at her actions from a sensible point of view, she felt terrible with her actions. When she thought about her own actions, to anyone else they would see a manipulative girl who would do whatever she needed to get her way.
She had let Issei be lured into trap with the Fallen to die so she could resurrect him as her pawn. She then let him go off on a reckless mission to 'save' Asia. She knew the chances of him rescuing her were slim which would be great as should would have been able to revive Asia too with a VERY powerful sacred gear.
All of this was so she could get out of a loveless marriage with Riser so she can be in a marriage with her 'Love at first sight' so to speak and in a sense, True love.
Love at first sight. True love.
Did that even exist? Is it REAL?
She always wanted to fall in love like Sirzechs did. The 'Romeo and Juliet' story that everybody was told about Sirzechs and Grayfia. All the young devils her age believed that story and wanted a relationship just like that. The typical true love and love at first sight stories started to go around and was Rias' ultimate goal to find her 'True Love.'
Only to find out that it was a lie!
Rias almost had a breakdown at that Grayfia was dating Naruto only to cheat on him with Sirzechs! She had always looked up to the BOTH of them!
She always wanted a relationship just like theirs. She had always bragged about how they were the most perfect couple that there was and to have a marriage like theirs was a dream to strive for. Now all of it was a lie.
Add to the fact that she had a BROTHER! A living relative that no one told her about! Hell, not even the devils her age knew about him! The only people who knew he existed where the ones who were around before he vanished. When she wanted to know why she and the others young devils weren't aware of his existence, she was miffed that her brother made a law preventing anyone from speaking about him.
He was 'The Crimson Flash' for crying out loud! The biggest help during the 'Great War'. He had the Fallen fleeing and Angels cowering when he was on the battlefield. Able to transport hundreds of reinforcements in a second and change what was a five to one war to an even playing field! The most famous devil, beside the original Lucifer, in existence was her brother!
With all of this new and shocking news, Rias couldn't even look at Sirzechs the same anymore. He kept a family member secret from her. Even her parents kept him from her. The supposedly 'Gremory Kindness' was just a big lie. A family who is known for treating their servants as family wasn't worth much if they neglected their own kin.
As far as Rias was concerned for now, Sirzechs was no longer her brother.
Naruto wasn't that great at first either though. He berated her for being a spoiled brat and manipulated person. He stole Asia's twilight healing and sealed off Issei's boosted gear.
He basically set her up for failure. She struggled with her fight against Riser and if he wasn't her brother then she would have had to marry Riser.
He voided her marriage with Riser by marrying Ravel so she didn't get stuck with a pig for a husband. Now that she thought about it, Sirzechs could have done something similar.
He held the title Lucifer so his word is law. Sure he isn't suppose to show favoritism but his title was obviously more important than his sister. And the whole arranged marriages were a tradition of sorts was a load of crap.
If it was a 'tradition' then why wasn't Milicas made the heir and put into an arranged marriage with Ravel. Don't get her wrong, Rias loved Milicas dearly no matter what Sirzechs and Grayfia did but Sirzechs was the original heir and old tradition was the oldest male of the house was made the heir of said house. And since the title of Lucifer was no longer passed down to their children, then Milicas was still a Gremory. Plus, they were devils for crying out loud! They lived for hundred and even thousands of years so why did they have to be married so early on in their life?
"Rias, is everything alright?" A voice said bringing Rias out of her thoughts.
Rias shook her head and composed herself. She looked around the O.R.C room and spotted the owner of the voice.
"Everything is fine Sona. Just thinking about this meeting and what is to come." Sona just nodded and stood off to the side of Rias' desk with her Queen Tsubaki.
Rias looked around the room and took in all the occupants there.
Kiba was standing near the opposite corner of the room leaning against the wall. An ever present scowl on his face like he bit into something rotten or spoiled.
Akeno was standing next to where she was sitting at the desk with her signature fake smile.
Koneko was in her favorite spot on the couch munching on some sweets.
Issei was sitting on the opposite side of Koneko with a look that showed he was deep in thought.
And her final member, Asia, was sitting next to Issei looking at him with worry evident in her eyes.
She then shot a final glance at Sona and Tsubaki.
Naruto had invited Sona to the meeting as this was also a learning mission for the two of them. They would see and experience how to deal with a diplomatic mission with Naruto being the representative of the Yokai faction and dealing with any violent issues that arise.
Rias was only able to relax for a few minutes before Naruto teleported into the room. She stood up quickly as a sign of respect as she still didn't really know how to act around her new brother. Everyone followed although Issei flinched at knowing who it was.
"Please, Rias, you don't have to do that. Just treat me as you normally would." Naruto said walking forward.
Rias nodded and noticed the other people behind Naruto.
The first person she saw was a tall blonde woman with fox ears and nine golden tails behind her. This was Yasaka, leader of the Yokai faction and Kyoto. Also, Naruto's wife and Queen.
The next person was a girl who looked slightly older than Rias and had beautiful purple hair. She wore a school uniform that she wasn't familiar with. She carried a wooden bokken on her back. This was Saeko, Naruto's Pawn.
Naruto, Yasaka, and Saeko made their way off to the side of Rias' desk and not soon after did they hear a knock on the door.
"Enter." was all Rias said before two girls walked into the room.
The first girl had blue hair with a small piece in the front that was green. She had dark yellow eyes that held a bit of arrogance in them. She wore a white robe that covered the rest of her body and had a sword that was wrapped on her back.
The other girl wore a similar robe as the first girl. She had light brown hair that was in pigtails like Narumi had. She had violet eyes that held love and compassion in them.
"Welcome…" Rias started off.
"Xenovia." Said the blue haired girl.
"Irina!" Said the brown haired girl in a joyous tone.
"Welcome Xenovia and Irina." Rias properly greeted. "If you may, have a seat and we can begin." They nodded and took a seat in the chairs that were in front of Rias' desk.
"Now what is it that had you call this meeting?" Rias questioned feigning ignorance. She was slightly filled in on what was going on thanks to Naruto and the little excursion that Kiba had with that white haired nuisance.
"We are here to discuss the missing pieces of Excalibur!" Irina said a little to joyfully for what they were discussing.
Rias simply quirked and eyebrow along with Sona, but both for different reasons. Naruto had told Rias that much and a bit more. However, Sona was in the dark and was interested in seeing what was going to happen.
"There have been reported sightings of the missing pieces of Excalibur here in Kuoh." Xenovia started. "We were sent here to see if they were true and to retrieve them if they are indeed here."
"So you guys are here asking for our help then?" Rias asked.
"No." Xenovia answered coldly. "We do not want any intervention or help from you. This is the Church's problem so we want you to stay out of it."
Many of the occupants were shocked at the bold statements that Xenovia was making.
Naruto merely quirked his eyebrow at her attitude.
"She must have some big ones to say that while in a territory controlled by devils." Naruto contemplated. "Or really stupid."
Rias was contemplating just like Naruto was. If this was the Rias before Naruto showed up she would have flat out yelled at her and demanded respect. But she had developed a similar way of thinking like Naruto.
"Such bold claims to make in a territory controlled by devils." Rias responded. "You are in our jurisdiction so I do not have to abide to your demands." Xenovia and Irina just stood up and started walking out the room.
"That does not matter. This is the Church's issue." She said before she stopped where Asia was standing.
"You look familiar." Xenovia said. "What is your name?" Asia looked startled.
"A-Asia Argento." Asia responded.
"So the rumors are true." Xenovia said. "You have become a witch. Tell me, do you still believe in God?"
Asia nodded as she fell to her knees from the hurtful words Xenovia said.
"Then if you still believe in God," Xenovia said as she unwrapped her sword to show it was the Holy Sword Durandal. "You will allow me to end your life and cleanse your soul of the wicked devil blood that flows through you."
Asia didn't respond besides letting her tears flow down her face. Everyone was shocked at what was about to happen. Issei moved to attack Xenovia, sacred gear or not, she was his friend.
"You would risk war over one girl?" A voice interrupted everyone in the room. Issei stopped where he was and Xenovia lowered her sword.
"What do you mean war?" Irina questioned as all eyes turned to Naruto who spoke.
"I mean what I said. You would risk starting a war over Asia. She is a devil and you are from the Church. While you can try to protect your actions saying you cleansed the soul of a former nun, that doesn't change the fact she is a devil who has not done anything to harm you." Naruto explained. "Attacking a devil during a diplomatic meaning on devil territory is asking for war. You kill Asia and we kill you. The temporary peace that all the factions are in will cease to exist and another war will break out."
Xenovia just had an emotionless facade while Irina frowned at the logic that Naruto spoke. She looked at Xenovia and saw she didn't care for what he was saying. Naruto spoke again before Irina could talk to Xenovia.
"How would you feel knowing that you caused that war with your actions? Thousands of people dead. Humans, Devils, Angels, and even Fallen. Not to mention the thousands of other races out there will perish over your so called 'cleansing'. You would watch as your friends are killed before you on the battlefield. Your comrades and leaders slaughtered before your very eyes." Naruto said with a bit a malice in his voice shocking the people in the room besides Saeko and Yasaka.
They then remembered that Naruto was in the Great War between all the factions.
"Xenovia Quarta. Under the guardianship of Griselda Quarta. Tell me," Naruto said mocking what she did to Asia, "What would you do if Griselda was killed in the war? Go in a fit of rage and try to get revenge thus leading to you losing your 'purification' from the Church? Or worse, if one of the nastier Fallen or Devils get ahold of her and have their way with her? She is a beautiful woman after all." Naruto said to the shock of others.
"Is one stupid action worth the lives and purity of the ones you care for? That is what you will have to deal with in war… That is if you aren't dead yet to witness it all."
Xenovia just stood their as her hair shadowed her eyes.
"What was that?" Naruto asked.
"I said shut up! You have no idea what goes on in my life and what matters to me! This is the Church's mission so just stay out of it!" Xenovia telled shocking Irina. Xenovia was always composed and rarely showed emotion like that.
"How about a wager then?" Naruto said gaining everyone's interest. "A battle of swordsmanship. If we win, we have the right to intervene and if you win, you do as you please."
"Deal." Xenovia hastily said. "Who will I be facing?" Before Naruto could respond, someone cut him off.
"I will." Kiba said walking forward. Naruto just looked at him questioningly before he remembered the information he had on Kiba.
"Fine. But let's up the anty then." Naruto said with an alarming grin. "You will face Kiba and our original deal stands. However, if you beat Kiba, you AND Irina will face off against Saeko here." No one besides Naruto and Yasaka noticed Saeko's bloodthirsty grin. "If you guys can beat her, then not only can you do as you please, but as the representative of the Yokai faction, you can have this territory known as Kyoto." Naruto said as everyone's jaws dropped.
"What if we lose to Saeko-san?" Irina asked before anyone else could question Naruto's sanity.
"If she wins…" he paused. "We get to keep one of the Holy Swords of OUR choosing."
Xenovia and Irina looked at each other briefly before nodding.
"Deal."
The End!
So what did you guys think?
I know it isn't as long as you guys hoped, but I assure you next chapter will be back to normal!
And just so you guys know, I write the beginning and end author notes right before I upload a new chapter so I am still unfortunately recovering from my sickness.
Really hope you guys enjoyed and now for clarification.
Naruto is married to Yasaka, Akasha, and Ravel.
Naruto's Peerage:
Queen-Yasaka(Highschool DxD)
Bishops- Kuroka(Highschool DxD), Kuroyuki(Accel World)
Rooks- Akasha(RosarioVampire), Yang(RWBY)
Knights- Elizabeth (Freezing), Ain (Is it wrong to pick up girls in a dungeon?)
Pawns- Narumix4 (FemNaruto), Satellizer (Freezing), Leone (Akame ga Kil), Blake (RWBY), Saeko (Highschool of the dead).