What's up guys! Yep, it's still ongoing and hopefully I could think of ides to make it so. Anyways, enjoy the show.

"Talking"

'Thinking'

[Ddraig]

{Devas}

Chapter 4: 10 days till match day.

(Ramsei POV)

On a clear sunny day on top of a hill, I was peacefully following up on "Attack on titan" from the manga I bought last week until I was interrupted by the sound of people gasping for air.

"Aaahh! You guys have arrived! How was the hike?"

"We would have made it sooner if you didn't ask us to take the steepest route you know!" Chimed Rias while hanging on to her dear life.

"Well, a little endurance test won't hurt right? Besides, Koneko seems to be doing fine." It wasn't long until the 1st year girl arrived at the peak with her 5 ton bag pack.

"Of course she's fine! We don't have her insane strength!"

"Now now my perverted friend. You'll get there soon enough. Hurry up, or we'll be late for mediation session."

(10 minutes later…)

"Is this ok? I'm not sure if it's appropriate." Said the red head fiddling on her track suit.

"Anything you're comfortable with. Alright! Everyone, cross your legs and take a deep breath…. Also, any traces of farts will not be tolerated."

The rest of the group looked around and laid eyes on Issei.

"What!? It's not my fault."

"And exhale….Ohmm…empty your thoughts…"

"Haaaaahhh…"

"Now keep doing this for the next 5 minutes."

…

"And that's it! We're done."

As meditation was completed, our club president assigned us to our respective training grounds based on our skills and weaknesses. Well, mostly for her peerage since I've done my 15 years of combat lessons with Lord Indra. I was asked to be one of their coaches. Also, we've assigned Asia as our medic since all she needs to work on is her Twilight Healing.

Session 1: Kiba

I must say, I'm already impressed with his swordsmanship during our mock battle.

"Is there anything I could work on Ramsei-kun? Surely as a fellow swordsman you must have some tips for me."

"For starters, your speed and reflexes were on point. However, it wouldn't hurt if you have multiple fighting styles in your arsenal."

"Eh? I think I need explanation."

To make my point, I summoned my various weapons have placed them in front of the Gremory Knight.

"As you can tell, I don't always fight with a sword. There's the lance, the bow and arrow, an axe, a staff and my personal favorite, the Chakram."

Kiba had his hand over his chin and was in thinking mode.

"That makes sense. But I could only created swords. How's that going to help?"

"But you could produce daggers and knifes right?"

With a nod, I then did a Naruto pose.

"Then you could always fight like a ninja. After all, what's that speed of yours for?"

"Damn.. I've never thought of that."

"Don't you see? It'll be like those silent strikes from the shadows. And I could teach you if you want."

Kiba just drop to his knees as if giving a bow.

"Please sensei! Train me in the ways of the dagger!"

Oooookaayy…..this seems awkward enough…

(Timeskip)

Session 2: Koneko

While I left Kiba to practice his knife skills on the dummies that I've prepared for him, my next client is the white haired rook, who's having trouble landing a single hit on me.

"Stay still Ramsei-senpai!"

"Why would I want to be pummeled by you?"

With another straight jab, I held on to her right arm and flipped her to the ground. But before she could get back on her feet, I held my chakram just centimeters away from her jugular.

"I forfeit." Said the rook who's taping the floor.

I pulled her up and lowered myself to her level so we could make eye contact.

"So senpai, how do I improve my skills?"

"Hmm….Your attacks were confident and direct, so were your defenses. And for a rook, your agility wasn't half bad. Unfortunately, you tend to use wide swings and exert tremendous amounts of force to your straight jabs and kicks. Thus, you're using up more energy that you should have."

"Of course I do. I want my opponent to fall."

"But what's the use of a strong attack that doesn't hit?"

Oh no. Don't give me that sad look.

"Koneko, have you heard of the martial art of Wing Chun?"

"Huh? What-chun?"

"Wing Chun. A Chinese martial art that emphasizes speed, accuracy and efficient body movement. Here, I'll demonstrate it to you, but I suggest you put up your best defense on your body."

Koneko then puffs up her chest and gave me the signal.

Within seconds, I landed at least 50 blows directly at her torso in rapid succession and made her fell on the ass with the last jab.

"Ow…..What was that senpai? It felt like being hit with a machine gun."

"Exactly. Despite not having the same amount of strength as you, I thus concentrated all my punches on the same area in order to prepare it for the final strike. Like a battering ram knocking over a barricaded door if you will."

Without warning, the white haired girl then rushed towards me and tried to land another hit. However, I was able to redirect her fist and come back with a few more strikes at her shoulders and abdomen.

"What's more, I'm able to defend myself and counter any attack just in time without exhausting myself."

"Ahhh I see, so instead of wide and powerful strikes, I should instead use rapid and fluid hits in order to protect myself."

"That's right Koneko. Unfortunately the only drawback is that this martial art is most suitable at close range. So you might want to get near your opponent in order to engage in combat. But not to worry, your reflexes should be more than helpful against team tandoori."

"Fufufu! You're funny senpai."

"Yep. It helps when your accent sounds like this."

(Timeskip)

Seesion 3: Issei

Due to his lack of experience in any combat what so ever, I've decided to train Issei's stamina 1st before he learn basic self defense.

"Come on my perverted friend! Only 2 more laps around the house. How're you going to chase girls if can't even complete 5?"

"Puff! Shut up! Puff! I'm just a normal boy you know!"

"You do know screaming only wastes energy right?"

After his 5 laps, next on our schedule is morning drills. You know, push ups, sit ups, planking…..

"That's it. About 10 a set should be enough for now."

"Puff…Puff…"

(30 minutes later.)

"Ok, show me how you punch. Aim for my hand."

Boff!

"Hmm…not bad... but your form is not strong enough. Remember, stabilize yourself 1st before you strike."

BOFF!

"There you go! Now land 10 jabs on my palm in succession."

BOFF! BOFF! BOFF! BOOF!

"I think I'm getting the hang of this."

"Right. Now summon your boosted gear."

"Alright. Now what?"

"Well from what I know, the Boosted gear allows the user to boost for every 10 seconds."

"Cool! So how do I do that?"

"How should I know!? It's your sacred gear!"

"Erm….Boost?"

[BOOSTO!]

"Eh? What ever you're doing keep doing it."

"Ok. Boost."

[BOOSTO!]

"Boost!"

[BOOSTO!]

"One more time."

"Boost!"

[BOOSTOOO!]

"Excellent! Now use that power can hit me on the chest."

"Uuwwaahh!"

[EXPLOSION!]

BOSSSH!

With a quick jab, I was suddenly sent flying to a tree at the far corner. I think I've even spilt the trunk.

"Oi Ramsei! Are you alright?"

"Uggh….That was an excellent punch. See what you can do with that?"

"Yea…but I feel kinda beat right now…"

"Oh right. The downside is that boosting drains the user's stamina. So that means more drills."

"Aww…do we have to?"

(Timeskip)

Session 4: Akeno & Rias

Unlike the rest of the group, I was asked to train their magical skills instead of their physical stats.

"So ladies, what would you 2 like to learn?"

"Well, I heard that the Hindu faction have several mantras that might be useful in our upcoming battle. Could you teach us some of them?"

"Well to be honest, our mantras are no different from your typical devil magic. Perhaps the only difference is that we use chants to cast our mantras while you use demonic energy to cast yours."

"Ara? So there's nothing we can learn from you Ramsei-kun?"

"Hmm…..Akeno, you're specialized in thunder am I right?"

"Y-yes. But I can cast other elemental spells as well."

"Interesting…then how well do you know your chemistry and physics?"

"I have an average idea on them. Why?"

"What if I tell you, that you could apply that knowledge to your spells?"

"Ramsei, are you saying…."

"You can try it too Rias."

We relocated ourselves to the front yard outside where I've prepared several dummies for target practice.

"Right in front of you are custom made dummies that are resistant to flames and electricity. I suppose the best way to get rid of them is to blow-em up."

"This should be easy."

"Oh yes, any no destruction energy allowed."

"Ehh! Then how am I supposed to destroy them?"

"Use your imagination of course. Oh look! It's going to rain. Pop quiz Akeno, what are water molecules made of?"

"Erm…one hydrogen atom and 2 oxygen atoms."

"Right, now what happens if you allow some electricity through some water?"

"The water molecules can be electrolyze. Thus hydrogen and oxygen atoms are formed."

"Correct. And what happens when hydrogen atoms come in contact with a flame?"

"Hmm… I've got it!"

In no time, the black haired girl electrified the rain and shot a stream of flames towards the dummies. I think I should cover my ears now because…..

BOOOOMMM!

An explosion occurred and the dummies were all decimated within the blast. Thankfully, we're at a safe distance but we could still feel a minor shockwave cause from the blast.

"See what I mean?"

"That's very ingenious of you Ramsei-kun! I've never thought that magic could be applied like this."

"Now Rias. As for you, I've prepared some archer dummies that will pop up from those bushes which are triggered by hidden wires around the area. Your task is to avoid getting hit and take them out."

As the red head approached the area, one by one the dummies fired endless barrages of air soft pellets at her. Unfortunately, her spell casting duration was sluggish and not very accurate.

"Ow! Ow! Ok Ramsei! Please halt the exercise!"

"As you wish."

With a snap of my fingers, all the dummies ceased fire and returned to their hiding places.

"Ara ara buchou, having trouble with your training?"

"It's not funny Akeno. They're everywhere and I didn't have the chance to attack."

"Exactly. Which is why I suggest you could think of different ways to use your power of destruction."

"Huh? Care to elaborate?"

"For example, your typical form attack would be to either launch volleys of destruction shots or simply a blast of destruction energy right?"

"Yes…?"

"However, this proves to be both a waste of energy since most of the time you might miss your target. So, how about you attack in whips instead?"

"You mean whips of destructive energy?"

"Yep. With enough practice, your accuracy and speed will be enough to defeat huge groups of enemies without ever using too much of your demonic energy. Let's try again."

With her newfound knowledge, Rias stepped back into her training ground which triggered the dummies again. However, unlike the last time, all of them were sliced into pieces as she spun around and swung a pair of crimson whips from her hands.

"Well done my princess. See what you can achieve?"

"This is amazing! Now Riser won't know what hit him."

"Ufufu! I wonder if I should try the same some time."

(Day 9)

Despite being close to midnight, I was at the porch just outside of the kitchen to carry out my usual mediation. I usually do it in my room, but Issei's snoring was rather disturbing.

"Oh Ramsei, you're still awake?"

As I turned around, there stood Rias in her night gown with some juice boxes on hand.

"Hey there Rias. I was just meditating before I get some shut eye. Feeling thirsty?"

"Yeah…. Here, have a box."

"Thanks."

She then sat beside me as she drank and admired the scenery. Well, its pitch black to me since I'm a human without night vision, unlike my devil club president.

"So how are the others doing?"

"Well, both Kiba and Koneko have picked up new fighting styles which may turn the tides of our upcoming match. As for the pervert, his stamina is improving each day so his boosting shouldn't be an issue. However, the dragon within still hasn't awakened from his slumber."

"I see….But it's still good news that everyone's doing well. And we all had you to thank for my foreign friend."

"Heheh. Erm, I know that tandoori is a douche and all but, aren't there any other pure-blooded devils out there for you to marry?"

Uh oh, I just I hit a sensitive topic because the lady is frowning.

"To tell the truth, I have been looking for the One since I was a little girl. However, almost every other high class devil I've met would only marry for the sake of their status and wealth. As for myself, I don't want to be seen as Rias of the Gremory clan or the idol of Kuoh academy. I want someone to love me as Rias, a typical girl who wants a normal life."

"I understand how you feel. Did I ever mention that I had to face about 7 arranged marriages before a moved to Japan?"

"Oh my! Then how did you escape them?"

"Well, I just politely reject any girl that my parents hook up with me. Just like you, I would only accept a girl of my choosing, not because she's Indian of if she's from a rich and successful family."

"Ufufu! I guess you had it rough too Ramsei."

"So back to you Rias, have you found anyone yet?"

"Erm…can you keep a secret?"

"Uh…I'll try…"

"Y-you see, I…."

"Yes?"

"Never mind…. It's too embarrassing."

"Ok. Well, I wish you best of luck when you found your prince charming."

"I will. Thanks Ramsei, you're a good friend. I'm glad to have you in our team."

"The honour is mine. Good night Rias."

After our long chat, we both head to our respective rooms for a good night sleep in preparation for the upcoming match ahead of us.

Alrighty! Another chapter done. I hope I wasn't being disrespectful about the arranged marriage part. If I've offended anyone, you have my sincere apologies and I'll try to be more sensitive in the future. Until then, hope you guys enjoyed it and I'll see you next time. GAN PAI!