Chapter 1: When Exorcists Come to Town

Mephisto sat at his desk with a sly smile on his face. Now usually this wouldn't be anything out of ordinary. The director had a bad habit of acting slightly…Sinister. However, today was a little different.

After recently enrolling the spawn of Satan in his prestigious institution all kinds of amusing events have happened. But today was by far the most interesting thing that has happened since that decision was made.

"A training exhibition?"

In front of the director was one of the very people that orchestrate all this entertainment. Yukio Okumura the younger brother and professional Exorcist first class. He was around 5 foot 11 with dark brown hair and had teal eyes. He was also wearing a dark trench coat with the pin of the knights of the true cross.

"Why of course! You see the American branch of the Knights of the True Cross has asked for assistance with dealing a recent increase in paranormal activity in a town called Daten City." Mephisto summarized as Yukio stared at the director like a hawk.

"I understand, however, what does this have to do with me and my brother?" Yukio asked as Mephisto just grinned devilishly at the brothers.

"That's simple really. You see it would be in our best interest to field test your brother's abilities, but not only that but it would be a perfect chance to him to get some real experience in Exorcism!"

Yukio had a look that could freeze hell over. He always had a questioning personality always skeptical of everyone and everything. It was pretty clear that Yukio didn't trust Mephisto in the slightest for good reason mind you.

"But my brother is still just a page and doesn't have the right qualifications to take on proper field missions. I believe it would be best if I go by mysel-"

Before Yukio could finish his sentence the door to Mephisto's office opened and another young man entered the room. He was around the same height as Yukio with messy blue hair and had blue colored eyes. He was also wearing a True Cross Academy uniform with a strange item hanging from his back from a strap.

"Rin? What are you doing here?" Yukio asked as the boy, now known as Rin, looked at him with an annoyed look on his face.

"The clown asked me to come here after class? Why, is there something wrong?" He asked as they both turned to the director who had an even bigger smile than before.

"Alright! Now that both of you are here I'll tell you the real reason I'm sending you both to America!" Mephisto shouted in an overdramatic tone.

Yukio and Rin stared at Mephisto with blank stares which just seemed to ruin the joking nature he was trying to get across. Mephisto sighed as he coughed into his fist while snapping his fingers which caused a strange pink puff of smoke to appear.

"Anyways…The real reason I was ordered to send the both of you was because the leader of the American branch of the Knights of the True cross, asked me to send the sons of father Fujimoto to personally handle the matter." Mephisto explained as Yukio and Rin looked at him with a mix of shock and confusion.

"Wait someone knows about us and the old man!?" Rin shouted as Yukio looked like he was about to explode.

"Why didn't you tell me about this before? You realize how dangerous it is for anyone to know about our secret don't you!?"

Mephisto just smiled as the smoke cleared and a screen with a picture of what appeared to be a city.

"Yes, yes, I understand your concern but there is no need for alarm the man I am referring to is a dear friend of mine and Father Fujimoto's." He explained as he snapped his fingers again and another picture appeared this time of a very burly man with brown skin and a…Afro?

Both Yukio and Rin were left speechless by the size of the afro. It was like something out of a cheesy snuff film of an anime! The thing was literally bigger than the man's head.

"Isn't that thing a little….big?" Yukio asked as sweat ran down his brow.

"It looks like something I saw a cat throw up…" Rin said as a shiver ran down his spine.

"Yes, yes you can make fun of his hairstyle later, but let me finish explain your mission first." Mephisto explained as he knew all too well how out of the ordinary the…Hairstyle was.

"Anyways the main point of this mission is to secure connections with the Japan branch and the American branch by dealing with the recent ghost problem. You see recently a large number ghosts have descended on the town known as Daten city." Mephisto explained as Rin had a confused look on his face, probably because, he had no idea what he was talking about.

His brother Yukio, on the other hand, had a serious and focused expression. He didn't want to bring his brother on a mission like this but he really didn't have much of a choice.

"Your mission is to deal with the ghosts and make nice with the American branch! Sounds easy doesn't it?" Mephisto said with a chuckle as he once again snapped his fingers causing the projection he summoned to disappear.

"I don't get it but it sounds like fun! Just leave it to us will kick that things ass and be back by lunch!" Rin shouted with enthusiasm while marching out the door as his brother just sighed.

"Why is it always me?" Yukio thought as he bowed to the headmaster before chasing after his big brother.

Mephisto watched as the brothers walked away with a smile. Rin was the older brother but was far more immature than his younger brother who was the exact opposite. Yukio was always serious and never let anything out of his sight.

"A mirror image of one another…Those boys are so amusing! But let's see how they deal with 'those' two in Daten city. Oh, how the anticipation makes my heart go pitter pat!"

1 hour later…

Rin was quickly packing his things. It was no shock that he was excited about the mission. Not only was he getting the chance to do some real Exorcist training but he was getting the chance to go to America! This was something he would never have had the opportunity to do before….

Rin stopped as he picked up a photo he had been holding onto since the incident. The photo was of him and his brother with the old man.

"It seemed like back then nothing bad could ever happen…." Rin thought as memories of hum and brother played out in his mind. In every memory he had the old man was always smiling.

"I'm sorry…Dad…" He whispered to himself as he fought back the tears.

"Sorry for what?" Yukio asked as he walked through the door causing Rin to panic as he stuffed the photo in his bag.

"SORRY!? WHO'S SORRY!? I AIN'T SORRY FOR NOTHING YOU FOUR EYED MOLE FACE!" Rin shouted as Yukio just shrugged his shoulders as he carried his bags inside.

"Well, anyway's we should get ready to go and Rin please remember this is only a training mission! Which means you do everything I say no doing things on your own got that?" Yukio said sternly as Rin scoffed.

"Yeah, yeah, whatever who do you think you are my mom!?" Rin said with a frown as Yukio just stared at him.

Yukio didn't show it but he genuinely cares for his brother. He knows all too well the pain he carries after their father's death. He blames himself for not being strong enough to save him…He was exactly like he was back then….And even now.

Yukio reached into his pocket and pulled out a golden key as he walked over to the door and put it in the lock. Sudden there was clicking sound and Yukio opened the door, however, instead of leading out into a hallway it opened up to a dark alleyway.

Yukio walked out the door with Rin following closely behind. Rin was left speechless by the strange city. For starters, it was nasty, not that it looked decrepit but more like it literally stunk! It was like something had died here and was rotting away. However, even though it smelled the city was huge, to say the least! Buildings towered all around the brothers.

"Wow! So this is that Daten City place right?" Rin asked as he lifted his luggage over his shoulder.

"Yup, this is the city known for being a cesspool for demonic activity. But not only that but it's also known as the town located between heaven and hell." Yukio explained as he walked past a few hookers who were watching the two like hawks.

"Really? Why is that?" Rin asked showing genuine curiosity.

"I'm surprised Rin! You're actually interested in this place. Now if only we could get you to act that way in class." Yukio said sarcastically as Rin felt his blood boil.

"SCREW YOU FOUR-EYES!" Rin shouted furiously as Yukio just chuckled to himself.

"Well apparently….This town is rumored to have angels dwelling inside it." Yukio said mysteriously as Rin suddenly snapped out of his fit of rage.

"Angels…?" Rin asked with a raised brow as he imagined people with pigeon wings flying around. Before Yukio could say anything else his phone suddenly started ringing.

"Hello? What's the matter?" Yukio's tone suddenly changed which caught Rin's attention.

"I understand I'm on my way."

Yukio hung up and placed his phone back in his coat. He took a deep breath as he looked over to his brother with a stern look on his face.

"I was hoping that we would be able to go to the church first but it looks like we already have a mission." Yukio explained as Rin's tail popped out of his shorts as it waggled back and forth.

"AND….." Rin said with anticipation in his voice as he waited for his brother's response.

"Ugh….And I need your help Rin." Yukio said with a sigh as he knew this would bring a whole new set of problems.

However little did they know that this was the beginning of a meeting that would change the fate of Assiah. Onward the demonic brothers head towards their goal unaware of the danger that will meet them.

TO BE CONTINUED!