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It had been three days since Issei started researching about the Alternates Curse. The only time he would get up was to go to the bathroom, get food or water.

But there were so many things to worry about. He didn't know what to do. However, he did find out a couple things about the curse.

- If you are to give up on the mate that die or betrays you, the curse would also be removed. But even then, Issei could never truly let go of the ORC, no matter how hard he tried.

- The Alternate is very easy to spot, they take on the appearance of their host, making it extremely easy to spot.

"Issei, you did more than enough... take a break." Great red spoke.

Issei was sitting on his desk trying to find any information he could on the Alternates. He had found out a lot.

"Alternates are actually pretty interesting, what could they tell you that could be so bad? Is that so bad that it makes you commit suicide?" Issei questioned.

"They have a mind of their own. And they do whatever they want." Great red said.

Taking the word, the other dragon spoke.

"Hey, partner, isn't it time you worry about that sword?" Ddraig asked.

"Oh, you're right... do you know where I can find it?" Issei asked.

"I do know where it is, so you want to head out now?" Ddraig asked.

"Yeah, it's best if I go out now... I'm probably going to take a break from school. I want to try and gain as much power as possible." Issei said.

"Haha! That sounds like an amazing idea to me!" Great red roared.

Both Issei and Ddraig sweat dropped at the larger dragon antics, but let it slide.

"And thanks to your new appearance, people won't know who you are." Ddraig added.

"True, but that could also come with some downsides." Issei said.

Issei got up from his chair, and turned off his computer. He wanted to put on a new pair of clothes.

He took of his pants. But he felt something shaking in his pockets. He looked through only to find 8 pawn pieces in them.

"Oh... uhm, I forgot about those." Great red said.

"How could you forget about the most important part of the process?! If they found out about these before I, it could have been game over from the start!" Issei yelled.

"Yes, I know... but I just forgot." Great red said.

Issei let out a sigh of frustration. But it could of been worse now that he thought about it.

"Well, it could've been worse." Issei whispered to himself.

"Indeed partner." Ddraig said.

Issei took off his shirt as well. Putting the pawn pieces in a small wooden box on a desk next to his bed. Every time he held the pieces, he would feel his life force slowly draining. So he used a pair of tweezers to put them in the box, waiting for someone to find them.

When he finally opened his clothing drawer, he found...

"Nothing?!" Issei yelled.

He went to check of other drawers, only to find 1 black T-Shirt, and one pair of shredded sweatpants. It was the last thing he had.

"Well, that's something at least. How did I survive like this?" Issei asked himself.

(I guess buying another pair of clothing is another thing on your to-do list before you leave?" Ddraig asked his partner mentally.

"[Sigh] Yeah, let's get ready to head out." Issei said.

(You're going now?) Great red asked his partner mentally.

"To the mall? Yup." Issei said.

Issei put on the last pair of clothing he had left, he decided to head to head out. He also wanted to get a new pair of shoes. After all, the ones he was wearing was pretty cheap.

Issei walked out of the house. It was about 7:00 In the morning. So most people at this time would be working.

About a couple minutes of walking, he walked past the cursed place he called Kuoh Academy.

Right... I still have to let the principal know about my plans. Unlike most cases, I can't just email them about this, since I need permission from them to leave as well. If they don't accept my request, I'll just intimidate them with my aura. Issei thought.

Issei continued walking for about another ten minutes. Until he eventually made it to the towns 1 of three malls. It was about 7:16 AM. So most of the stores in the mall were open.

He walked in. There were tons of store and food courts.

"Zara?" "H ?" Issei said to himself.

(These are some weird ass names...) Great red said to his partner.

(Agreed... I don't get it.) Ddraig said.

You two can rant later. Right now, shopping! Issei said in his thoughts.

The two dragons in his Let out a breath of frustration. They knew it was going to be a while, so they decided to get some sleep.

Timeskip: 30 minutes later.

Ugh! Why can't I find anything?! Issei roared in his mind.

He spent 30 minutes trying to find a good store to buy from, all of the store just had really overpriced clothing. He had a LOT of money with him. But some of this was just way too much.

Issei looked around his surroundings. He saw a small building in the corner of the mall. It was a modern looking sign. It had the words:

"Case Moderna?" Issei said to himself.

That was the name of the store. He decided to walk in, just to see what it was like.

The store was pretty well organized. There were lots of designer clothing at a reasonable price.

There were also a lot of shoes. But that was something he would buy at another store. He didn't want to risk them being fake.

Issei took a glance at the register. There was a woman with bright red hair reaching down to her back, with bright, blue eyes.

She was wearing a black sweaterthat was showing her shoulders with black sweatpants.

She glanced back at the boy, but stared back at her phone.

She was beautiful. If Issei had any less control over himself, he'd be drooling over her.

Issei spent the next few minutes looking around the store. Most of the clothing definitely seemed real. Non of it used any different material.

He looked back at the cashier. He saw a sign above the desk on the wall. What he saw made him smirk.

"Custom commissions are accepted!"

(You must sign.)

Ah! This is perfect! Issei thought.

He walked up to the cashier, she seemed to be smoking.

"Hello there. May I schedule a commission?" Issei asked the woman.

The woman looked up at the boy. He looked no more than 17. How could he have so much money?

"Yes, you may. But I assure you, - standing up from her chair - It is not cheap.." The woman said.

Issei raised an eyebrow at her words.

"No need to worry. If it's money you want, I have lots." Issei said.

"Ah, very well then. Follow me." The woman said.

The woman began to walk towards a door in the back of the room, with Issei following her.

The woman opened the door, leading into a luxurious hallway with lots of gold accents.

They both walked in. It was truly beautiful.

"Darling!~ We have a customer!" The woman yelled.

Oh, so she works with her boyfriend? It could be husband.. she doesn't look THAT young. Maybe in her late twenties. Issei thought.

(Oh, Partner? Where might you be?" A Dragon asked Issei in his mind.

Issei flinched a little, as he was caught off guard. But he knew who that voice belonged to.

(Oh, he Ddraig!) Issei greeted his partner.

Ddraig yawned.

(That was a really good sleep, did you find anything?) Ddraig asked his partner.

(If there's nothing you want, just make it yourself.) Issei said.

(So you're making custom clothing? I'm not surprised.) Ddraig responded.

"Hello there, what might your name be?" A man asked.

Issei quickly snapped back to reality. He was greeted with a man sitting in a large dark oak wood desk. He had dark blue hair with amber colored eyes. Right behind him was a large window.

"My name is Issei Hyoudou. It's a pleasure." Issei greeted.

"My name is Fuutarou Uesugi. The woman next to you is my wife, Itsuki Nakano." Fuutarou said.

Issei glanced at the woman next to him. Then glanced back at the man.

"Before we get started I must asked you to sign a form." Fuutarou said.

"Oh? What is it?" Issei asked.

Fuutarou pulled out a form from a stack of papers on his desk and handed it to Issei.

Issei took a minute to read the paper.

(Isn't this the type of shit you would sign when going bungee jumping in a foreign country?) Ddraig asked.

Issei heard Ddraig, but didn't reply. He did sign the paper however.

"I'm glad to know you agree. - Taking the paper from Issei's hands - Now, may I write down what you want made?" Fuutarou asked.

"Oh! Uhm, I would like a Long, black raincoat, reaching down to my knees, a black T-Shirt with red accents, and a dark black pair of jeans. I'll show you what kind of design in want on it on my phone."

Fuutarou pulled out a post-it-note and wrote down what the teen said.

"Oh, and also, please make it out of the most durable material you have." Issei asked.

The last sentence Issei said made Fuutarou flinch a bit. He didn't expect the teen to ask for so much.

He quickly wrote that down as a side note. And typed something in his computer.

"Very well then. I estimate it'll be done in the next 2 weeks." Fuutarou said.

Even for Issei, that was a lot of time. He didn't have that so he made a deal.

"Get it done by Friday, I'll double the pay." Issei said.

Itsuki and Fuutarou we're definitely taken aback by the boys words. Just how much money did he have?!

"Huh? You joking, right?" Fuutarou asked.

"Nope, not in the slightest." Issei responded.

"Haha! You're on! It's a deal!" Fuutarou said.

Issei smirked at the man enthusiasm. But Itsuki had a worried face.

"Ha! I'm glad to business with you. See you then." Issei said.

Issei got out of his chair. Leaving the room.

"Oh god... Fuutarou, what are we going to do? We can finish that by Friday..." Itsuki said, looking back at her husband.

"Don't worry, with some help, we can get it done." Fuutarou said.

"Certainly hope you're right..." Itsuki said.