Devil of the Streets
Chapter 5
"James! James! JAMES!" Rias yelled and my eyes shot open.
"What!? What's wrong!? Ahhh!" I screamed as I rolled around on the couch and eventually fell off. I landed on the ground and looked across the wooden floor at my Master's feet.
"Just what have you been doing all day?" Rias asked in a scary tone.
"Uh well…what did I do?" I responded as I sat up and started rubbing my head. Then it hit me, both the memory and the hangover.
"Oh right…sorry Lady Rias." I said weakly and tried to faintly smile.
In front of me were a few empty bottles of Sake and a box full of Chinese food. My last pack of cigarettes was empty and there were buds spread across the coffee table. I was being irresponsible.
"Yes you were." Rias commented as if she read my mind. How did she do that?
"I'm sorry Master. I'll clean it up…oh no." I immediately jumped up, pushed past Rias, and threw up a full helping of chicken dumplings.
"I see you were celebrating your new position?" Rias said from the bathroom door. She was mocking me; watching me destroy her pretty white toilet.
"Bleh…I'm really sorry Rias. I'll start cleaning up right away." I told her as I tried to pick myself up from the porcelain throne. I whipped away the puke from my mouth and rinsed it out in the sink. Rias watched the whole thing, smiling at my stupidity. Or maybe she just thought I was funny? I doubt it.
"Well you better get to work then James. We have a club meeting in a few minutes." Rias informed me before walking out of the bathroom and into the main club room. I doubt she'll ever leave me alone again.
"No I won't." How does she do that?
After a couple bottles of mouthwash and a good five minutes of rinsing out my mouth, I walked back into the club room and started cleaning up. I gathered up the three empty bottles of Sake and the empty take out box, threw them away, and sat back down on the couch. I closed my eyes and leaned my head back on the arm rest.
"Take some of this. It may help." Rias said above me. I cracked one eye open and saw that she was holding a small white cup that had steam coming out of the top.
"Coffee?" I asked and the red head nodded. I happily took the gift and enjoyed another piece of luxury.
"Hot! Hot! Hot!" I yelled as I took the first sip. Rias giggled at me as she took a seat behind her desk.
"Well of course. Haven't you had coffee before?" She asked and I shook my head.
"Coffee hasn't been very high on my priority list. I was pretty satisfied with regular water to be honest." I joked and started laughing. Rias just looked at me, puzzled once again. She couldn't comprehend the idea of someone not knowing what coffee was. I eventually noticed she wasn't laughing with me and I stopped.
"It's just a joke Rias. I swear. But thank you for the hangover remover." I thanked her with a smile and she smiled back. She was really chill about coming home to a wrecked clubroom and a passed out slob on the floor. Why? This chick is quite the puzzling lady.
"I take it you enjoy your day of luxury?" Rias asked with a chuckle and I nodded fiercely in response.
"Thank you so much for the money, and also for not getting mad at me when you got back. Most Masters would have freaked out, hell, most girls would have freaked out." I said. Rias just kept the same warm smile, even when I felt like she was scolding me.
"Well it's the first time you've had money in what, four years. I'm just happy to see you're enjoying yourself and that you're so free spirited. Honestly it's kind of a relief." She told me and I just looked at her; confused. How is having a homeless slob a relief?
"What do you mean by that?" I questioned. Rias just sighed and looked out the window with a far off look on her face. She still had that smile though.
"It's just nice to have a servant who is so different and free, that's all. And it's a relief that you're so kind and non-jaded after all you've had to go through. I don't image your life being easy, so it's nice that you've come out a good person." She explained and I couldn't help but blush.
"Thanks Rias. That means a lot, especially from you. And believe me; I will happily do anything for my new Master. And I'll make sure stuff like this never happens again." I declared proudly. I stood up, puffed out my chest, and bowed before her. "I'm one hundred percent yours Lady Rias."
"James you don't have to stop being yourself just for me. I don't expect the life you spent several years living to just disappear like that. Just be yourself, that's all I really want." She told me and I just looked up in awe. I could barely speak. This is a dream…I'm still drunk and passed out…that's what it is!
"OW!" I yelled as I punched myself in the gut, trying to wake myself up. "Okay maybe it isn't a dream." I muttered and Rias started giggling again. She's even cuter when she laughs.
"Oh James, you're too silly. Now why don't you take a seat, the others should be here any minute." Rias told me and I happily complied. I sat back down on the couch and happily finished my coffee.
A few minutes later, I heard a knock at the door and in stepped two different people. The lovely, black haired, Akeno, with her hair tied back in a long ponytail by a large orange ribbon, and another girl I didn't recognize.
The other girl was very small and had short white hair. She had amber colored eyes and an emotionless face. Must be a Rook, they normally don't have that many emotions.
Both girls had on the same school girl uniform as Rias, a purple mini skirt with white lining around the edge and a black cloak or jacket, I couldn't really tell, that covered a white top. On the upside, the tops were very small and you could clearly see the girls' figures just by looking.
Both girls walked in and greeted Rias and myself before taking their seats. The small white haired girl introduced herself as the Rook named Koneko that Rias had mentioned earlier, and sat on the couch across from me. While the beautiful Queen Akeno sat…right beside ME! I thought she didn't like me? Wait am I overthinking this? Oh great…she's scooting closer! Girls are so weird!
"Uh…hello Akeno. Have a nice day?" I asked awkwardly. Hey man, I may be a homeless badass but I'm still a teenage boy! Girls are terrifying.
"It was very nice, thanks for asking. How about yours?" Akeno responded and I made myself fake laugh. Probably shouldn't tell her I got drunk and wrecked the place on my first day…
"Oh you know…just slept." I said and fake laughed again.
"Yeah right." Rias said from behind her desk. She just looked at me with a teasing smile, mocking me. Jesus woman, cut me some slack. OW! I hate you…dumb devil rules.
"Yes…that is correct." I said, slowly turning back at Akeno.
"He used the money I left him to buy alcohol and got himself wasted." Rias explained from behind the desk. Man…
"And then I slept…I slept very well." I tried to save myself but Akeno was already laughing at me.
"I see; enjoying your new position a bit too much aren't you?" She teased. Man I love it when she does that…
"It was just a little bit." I admitted as I buried my head in my lap and blushed. I was too busy shifting my legs like a shy school girl to see the two newcomers walk in.
"Hello Lady Rias. I brought the new guy just like you said to." A voice declared. I looked up from the ground and saw that two boys had entered the clubroom. The voice had come from a really good looking blonde boy and the "new guy" was actually the guy I saved last night. Huh, what are the odds? I didn't realize it was his first day. Must have been pretty bad luck to run into a fallen one on your first day though.
"Who is this?" The blonde boy asked, pointing at me and the Issei boy that I saved immediately jumped up and down.
"Hey you're the guy who saved me last night and the one who made it possible for me to go home with Akeno!" He called out and ran over to me. He kneeled at my feet and threw his hands out in front of me in prayer.
"James, thank you so very much for all you've done for me. You allowed me to see the most beautiful pair of boobs I've ever seen, God bless you…OW!" Issei praised me before grabbing his head in pain.
"I know man. That's a bitch of a headache right? And you're very welcome my friend, we are servants of the same Master now after all." I told him and the boy continued to look at me with tears of joy and praise growing in his eyes. I like this kid, he shall be my apprentice! I grabbed his shoulder and pulled his head in close, while also taking on a very serious expression.
"Now tell me brother…how grand were they? Did you…*gulp*…touch them?" I asked and the boy screeched with glee.
"Even better! They touched MEEEEE!" He declared happily and I busted out laughing.
"You truly are a hero my friend." I said and patted my apprentice on the shoulder.
"If you two are done flirting, can we get down to business?" Rias asked as the other devils in the room took their seats. I smiled at my new friend before he stood up and took a seat between Koneko and the blonde haired boy, who turned out to be the Knight named Kiba that Rias told me about. I looked over at Akeno and saw that she was giggling uncontrollably. Must be from Issei. Fun kid.
"Now, everyone, these are our two new household additions. James and Issei." Rias began, gesturing to each of us in turn. "Now the main point of this meeting is for both of them to meet everyone and get introduced to how we operate. James use to be a devil, before his Master was killed, and now he is under my servitude so he already knows the ropes of being a devil." Rias continued before being interrupted by the young newbie.
"Uh excuse me…what do you mean by household members?" Issei asked. This is all pretty new to him isn't it? Gotta say, I'm kind of surprised he handled the initial shock so well. Sleeping with a smocking hot girl like Akeno probably made it a bit easier I suppose. I looked over at the girl next to me and smiled.
"Well you and James here have both been reincarnated as devils in service of the Gremory household. My family is a very powerful line of pureblood devils and you are my servant now." Rias tried her best to explain. It's probably hard to explain this common knowledge devil stuff to a complete newbie. I remember it took me quite a while to fully grasp it myself.
"What do you mean by reincarnated? Am I dead? I thought that was all a dream!" Issei responded he was getting freaked out; not the best sign. Wonder who killed him?
"Remember Yuma?" Rias asked and Issei's face fell. Apparently he did remember.
"Where did you hear that name? How do you know about her?" Issei asked, completely bewildered.
"Well of course you remember her, you two were dating after all. But, the only reason she was dating you was to complete a mission she was given. She was told you had a special power and once she verified that was true, she killed you." Rias said pretty matter of fact like. Wow, that sounds rough kid.
"But if she did kill me then how come I'm still alive? And how come no one else remembers her?" Issei asked, desperate for an answer that would make sense to him.
"Well as soon as her mission was complete, the fallen angel, Yuma, whipped everyone's memories and erased herself. The reason you are still alive is because I brought you back as my servant. You're a devil now Issei, you're one of us." Rias finished and Issei jumped up out of his seat.
"What about me was so special that she had to frickin kill me over? I don't understand!" He screamed. Rias just smiled as she stood up and walked to the front of her desk.
"She believed that you possessed a sacred gear. And once she confirmed it, she killed you. While you were lying there bleeding out, you made a wish on that card you had in your pocket and summoned me. That's when I brought you back." Rias explained once again.
"Wait he seriously has a sacred gear?" I asked from the couch. Those things are pretty sweet. I've only seen a couple when I was under Elizabeth's servitude. Not a common thing.
"Indeed he does. Now Issei I want you to raise your left hand and try to summon your sacred gear." Rias commanded and the boy did as he was told.
"Alright, but what now?" He responded after raising his hand over his head.
"I need you to focus on the part of your body that you think is the strongest and channel that strength to summon your gear." Rias told him and we all looked at him in anticipation.
"I'll try." He said and squeezed his eyes shut. His face turned red from the attempt and his eyes opened again, looking around to see if anything happened.
"Try a little harder. I know it may be difficult right now, but you'll get the hang of it." Rias encouraged him and Issei nodded before trying again. However his eyes didn't shut this time. They seemed transfixed on something.
No one else seemed to notice this, so I decided to follow his gaze. I finally discovered that Issei was staring straight at Rias's crotch region and he could probably see her underwear because she was sitting, open legged, on the desk. I started to snicker while everyone else was busy watching Issei half attempt to summon his gear.
"I can't focus! I'm a weak soul!" Issei yelled and brought his arm and head down in defeat.
"You aren't weak; it's just a little hard right now." Rias told him and I started laughing harder. I'm sure it's very hard. Akeno turned to me with a puzzled look and I tried to make myself stop as best I could.
An hour or so passed, and after everything had been fully explained to Issei, Rias decided to send him out on to sell flyers. Apparently Rias sells these flyers to mortals so they can summon her servants and complete contracts. I never had to do contracts in my previous servitude so I hope she doesn't make me do those just yet…kinda scary.
"James, I'm sending Issei out to complete a contract we he gets back, but I'm afraid that's the only extra one we have for tonight. You're going to have to wait until we get overbooked again to make your debut." Rias explained and I happily let out a sigh of relief.
"That's no problem at all." I told her with a smile.
"Have you ever gone out on a contract before James?" Rias asked inquisitively. Uh oh…
"Not exactly…I know all about them though. My old master just never made me do them." I admitted and Rias chuckled. I probably look really sheltered or innocent to her. Man that's ironic…I street dweller looking like a sheltered child to a rich girl…wow.
"Well I'm sure you'll do fine. Just not tonight okay?" Rias told me before walking away to do some paper work at her desk.
"Whatever you say Master." I called after her before laying back down on the couch. Man that meeting really took it out of me…today's been rough. I was actually about to nod off until I felt a familiar presence on my lap.
"James, are you as bored as I am?" Akeno asked as she got comfortable on my lap. I thought she was busy doing contract stuff? She must have just got back.
"I'm just kind of tired that's all. Did you just get from your contract?" I asked. Man her butt feels really nice…wait no! Focus on the small talk!
"Yep, I just got back a couple minutes ago. It was pretty easy. It was just the usual strip tease and belittling role-play they always make me do." She responded with a smile. What…? She didn't say that…girls don't actually do that stuff…right?
"Oh really…would you mind explaining that?" I asked, scared out of my mind by what she might say.
"She's a sadist." Koneko's cute quite voice said from across the room. "She brings that pain, and she likes it." Koneko explained before diving back into her chocolate bar. Man that's like the fifth one? How she eat so much with such a tiny body?
"That about sums it up. So if you ever have a special fantasy you want to live it out…" Akeno purred as she bent over and grabbed my shoulders. She brought her face right over mine and pressed her chest against mine. Good thing I finally changed into actual clothes or else I may have been in way deeper than I could handle…
"Yeah…I'll be sure to remember that." I said awkwardly. I was trying my best not to get lost in her eyes again. I have no idea what this girl will do and I'm a little too scared to find out. That's when the weight on my chest lifted and Akeno sat up, still straddling me though. Her expression had gone from seductive to pouty…or maybe it was upset…I don't know anymore. This is too much drama for one day.
"Do you think I'm weird?" Akeno asked. Gotta think fast…
"Not all Akeno. It's just been a long day and I need some time to process all this." I replied quickly while waving my hands around. This chick scares me…but I think I…no that can't be right…
"But I thought you use to be a devil? Don't you already understand all this? What do you have to process?" Akeno asked, puzzled. Wow…she's kinda clueless isn't she?
"It's not the devil lifestyle he has to get used to." Rias commented, not looking away from her paper work. Has she been aware of this the whole time? "It's the sexual interactions." Rias finished and I saw a light bulb go off over Akeno's head.
"Oh well…I suppose I should be off to bed." She said as she rose off of me and stood back up. No…come back.
"Akeno you don't have to leave. I mean…you can keep setting here if you want to." I half stated and half pleaded. She just laughed and waved goodnight before walking off towards the bedroom. Do she and Rias sleep together…? I know what I'm doing tonight.
"Don't be desperate. If you're desperate you won't get anywhere with her." Koneko stated coldly. Talk about being harsh…
"What makes you think I want to get with her?" I asked and Rias snickered from behind her desk.
"It's pretty obvious. It's not just your actions either; your pants are a pretty good indicator." Koneko said emotionlessly.
"AH!" I screamed before I turned around and did my best to cover myself with my shirt. Okay that should be good…
"How dare you!" I said when I turned around and faced the small white haired girl again.
"It's just a man's general reaction. No need to get all flustered about it." Rias said mockingly from behind her desk. Woman…just butt out.
"As long as you aren't a big a pervert as that Issei kid, I have no problem with you." Koneko said before returning to her own world of food and chocolate bars. So my apprentice is a pervert...he make me proud yet.
"Well I think I'll be off to bed then. Rias do you maybe have any other bedrooms here besides yours and the couch?" I asked my new Master pleadingly. That couch is comfy but I'd like some privacy. Especially after today…
"Yes there are. If you walk through my room, there's a door to a hallway with a few more rooms in it. Make sure you don't go into Akeno's though." Rias finished with a smirk. I thanked her and turned away before sticking out my tongue. Man…those two don't sleep together…bummer.
I walked through Rias's room, down the hallway, and eventually found an open room. I went in and jumped on the bed, not bothering to shut the door. Lying on the soft silk sheets, I happily took of my jacket, my shirt, and jeans before crawling under the sheets and nodding off.
"So soft…" I muttered to myself. A few hours had passed since I'd fallen asleep and I was talking in my sleep. However, a slight moan brought me back to my senses.
"What the…since when do I moan…JESUS AKENO! OW!" Force of habit…calm down. Wait…what's Akeno doing in my bed? And what am I…tou…TOUCHING!?
I looked to where my hand was and saw that I had placed my appendix right on Akeno's right breast. The black haired girl was sleeping soundly with her hair let down and nothing but a translucent white top and bloomers. Oh…bloomers…wait no…not time for those thoughts.
"Akeno…would you mind explaining why you're in here?" I asked. Not that I'm upset by it. Just curious. Maybe she lost a bet or something.
As odd as that sounds, that's actually happened to me before. I woke up one morning and bam, hot girl sleeping next to a hobo. She was drunk but still…why?
"James…is it morning…?" Akeno yawned and started waking up. She sat up and looked at my shocked face and smiled.
"Something wrong?" She asked.
"Not really…just wondering why you're sleeping with me." I responded, trying to keep my voice from going up a few octaves. I'm seventeen and that still happens…my life is sad.
"Well you remember how Rias said I was just teasing you this morning?" She asked and I just nodded. This isn't real. This isn't going where I think it's going. It's just too cliché.
"Well she was wrong. I think you're really cute James. And Rias told me all about you, well everything she knows, at school today. You interest me James." She continued and pushed me down on the bed. Now she was hovering over me, her hair cascading down onto my chest. My scars were the last thing on my mind now. This isn't happening. No way. Not to me.
"And…I think…we should fall in love. What do you think?" She asked. Her beautiful eyes were sparkling and I couldn't escape them. Her left hand slid across my chest and cupped my cheek as she brought her head closer to mine. This isn't happening…this is a dream…
"Maybe it's too sudden but…I like you a lot James. And I'm not teasing anymore." She finished and I could tell she was serious. Her voice didn't have the same playful tone. It was kind and gentle.
"Akeno…I…I don't know what to say. I've got be the luckiest guy in the world." I said. Why am I giving in? This isn't good. This is also a dream. Don't give into the dream.
The girl sat up on top of me the same way she had earlier and clapped her hands with joy. She yelped somewhat quitley before wrapping her arms around me and slowly lowering herself onto me again.
"You have no idea how happy that made me James. You're the first boy I've ever liked…in anyway. There's just something about you. You seem so strong and brave and reckless. Not to mention I love the idea of you being a law breaking, rock and roll, hoodlum badass." She finished and I felt something drip onto the leg that was between hers. She really is a sadist.
"I wasn't that great." I admitted; blushing.
"Just let me have my fantasy." Akeno said before pushing her soft lips against mine. They tasted so sweet and her long black hair smelt so good. She reached out and intertwined our fingers as she pushed me deeper into the bed. She eventually broke the kiss and laid her head right on my chest, tracing my scars with her fingers.
"Akeno…am I dreaming?" I asked and I felt her claw at my chest. Don't ask a sadist if you're dreaming or not…noted.
"I feel the same way." She said as she curled up on top of me.
And there I was, holding a beautiful, sleeping girl who was actually my age. The girl had just confessed feelings for me and given me my first kiss. And now I was nodding off in a huge bed, with a beautiful girl, and getting ready to attend an actual school and become successful.
Man New York is the city were dreams eat shit and die. Japan is where it's at baby.