New chapter and again, I'm kinda surprised this is much more well received than Thirteen Longinus. Sad about that but I guess that's just the way it is. This chapter will be about Issei's few thoughts about the new generation and him adjusting with his inner changes and memories. Nothing much but next chapter will be where shits hits the fan.

Disclaimer: DxD belongs to Ishibumi and the Ikusa Megami series belongs to Eushully. Xenovia belongs to me.

Chapter 3: New Generation

It is fortunate that slowly but surely everyone began to accept the new Issei from his devil friends to his classmates and soon enough he could finally get rid of that ridiculous reputation as an unrepentant pervert. He feels insulted. If he wants to see boobs then he might as well go all the way! That's right, if he wants to be a harem king he might as well bring back that charm that allows Celica to bed thousands of girls! Uhh, unfortunately, that kind of reputation as a manwhore is not needed so he had to pass there.

'I kinda miss my Apostles.'

[You miss them or you miss sex with them?]

'Both.'

Issei answered Ddraig honestly. Currently they're all gathered in the clubroom for an introduction to the other devil peerage occupying the school. Issei already knew which pillar this devil came from though. Honestly, none of them are subtle at all, especially Rias. She didn't even bother modifying her name. Seriously, everyone seems to know this is devil territory occupied by 'wet-behind-the-ear' devils. That's just painting a huge target on her back. The defenses around the area is also nothing impressive at all. A few stray exorcists or low-level enemies might not be able to do much but if this place is attacked by a powerful enemy who is prepared and hell-bent on killing Rias, then she's dead, that's it.

For instance, should an evil god or a fallen cadre attack with ample preparation, Rias won't have time to call for reinforcement or even the manpower to hold back the enemy until reinforcement arrives. Yup, she's either arrogant or truly believes that nothing big will happen. Fortunately, this is not like back in his first life. There's relative peace so perhaps that's where the confidence came from. If this were like back in the days, Rias would've been the first to die in battle.

Truly peace had made the young generation soft. No wonder someone on Riser's level could be considered a genius. The standards have lowered much since the Great War.

Back to the other devil peerage. Issei had identified them as part of the Sitri family. It's not even through identifying their seal or through magical sensing. He just coincidentally found a name and judging from the position the person held at school, he could guess who she is.

'Shitori, at least she has the sense to write it in kanji. Still, that's a horrible coverup.'

[Standards have really fallen far these days.]

"The Kaichou, Shitori Souna-sama's real name is Sona Sitri. She's a High-class Devil who is the next heir of the house of Sitri."

"…"

Truly the standards have fallen far. Issei could feel the two so-called high-class devils' power level and to be honest, he'd rather call them middle-class, and not a very impressive middle class, just average. Truly peace and war made all the difference. Then again, this is a sign that peace has started to settle down. He couldn't help but feel glad that there's no massive killing in this age. Back then, it's not strange to hear millions die daily.

"The house of Sitri is one of the 72 pillars that survived the Great War just like the house of Gremory and the house of Phoenix. This school is actually controlled by the house of Gremory, but at day time it is the student council…in other words the house of Sitri is in control. The time of being in charge is split between day-time and night-time."

A division in time. Not really surprising but it's just… strange. There are so many things different that it had not settled in him yet. For Issei who has memories of the Great War, seeing devils being so different from back then is still slightly disconcerting.

"You guys are getting peaceful school life because Kaichou and us, the Devil servants of Sitri, are working at daytime. It won't be bad for you to remember that, you know? By the way, my name is Saji Genshirou. I'm in second year, and I am Kaichou's "Pawn"."

"Hmm, the same year and also the same 'Pawn' as me."

Now this is unexpected. Well, maybe not so much. It's obvious that other peerage will also have their pawn piece but to see one who is in the same year and the same age as him is a little unexpected for Issei. He could also tell that his fellow 'pawn' has a sacred gear with a dragon, or at least, a fragment of a dragon inside it.

"Actually you damaged my pride very badly. For you, one of the three pervs, to be the same "Pawn" as me…."

Issei's eyebrow twitched a little. He's still sensitive about his 'reputation' and he's not very happy that his fellow 'pawn' is insulting him with that damned reputation of his. The rest of the Gremory peerage and Sona Sitri noticed his reaction. Sona sighs at her pawn's attitude while the rest of the Gremory peerage is a little… scared.

"Oh? You wanna go at it? Even if I look like this, I'm a "Pawn" that consumed 4 pieces of "Pawns". Even if I just turned into a Devil, I won't lose against someone like Hyoudou."

Saji made a provoking comment against Issei, but Sona glared at him sharply

"Saji, stop that."

"Bu…but Kaichou!"

"The reason we came here is to introduce our new servants amongst fellow High-class Devils where we both have this school as our base. In other words it is a meeting to introduce you and Rias's servants, Hyoudou-kun and Asia-san. If you are my servant, then don't make a shame out of me. Besides….."

Kaichou then looked at Issei.

"Saji, you can't win against Hyoudou-kun right now. He is the one who brutally defeats the third son of the Phenex family. If he can show even a fraction of that power he has during that game, you would lose badly."

"8 pieces!? Wait, this is the guy who defeated the Phenex!? For this guy to beat that Raiser… I thought that it was Kiba or Himejima-senpai who rescued Rias-senpai…"

The tick mark on Issei's forehead grows bigger and it wouldn't be surprising if Issei would pop a vein from how pissed he is. If there is one thing the Gremory peerage learn about the new Issei is that he absolutely hates his old reputation and could barely tolerate it and he also hates being look down on. Saji had unfortunately done both. With his left hand behind his back, Issei discreetly summon his Boosted Gear and cast an invisibility spell on it. It wouldn't work on the Kings and experienced devils but it is enough to hide it from the unsuspecting newbie. Issei then offers his right hand for a polite handshake.

"Nice to meet you, Saji."

"Uh, ah, yes, nice to meet you too Hyoud-eeeyooooow!"

Saji yelped in pain when Issei slowly crushes his hand with an iron grip, using the Boosted Gear to boost his strength. He whispered 'boost' silently every ten seconds and he held the handshake for approximately thirty three seconds before letting go. A teary eyed Saji swore to not piss off Hyoudou from that point on.

Saji is also introduced to Asia after that and would've tried to flirt with her if not for Issei standing behind the former nun like an overprotective father glaring at the boy with clear killing intent. Remembering how easily Issei could crush his hand and how he could brutally beat an experienced rating game player, Saji kept his mouth shut.

-Ball tournament-

Devils playing human sports in human school, it is a sight that cannot even be imagined thousands of years ago. It makes the experience of seeing it directly all the more quaint for Hyoudou Issei. The Sekiryuutei watches as Rias Gremory compete in a tennis game with the seitokaicho of Kuoh academy, Sona Sitri herself.

"Ufufufu. It's wonderful that we can see a match between High-class Devils in a place like this."

Akeno-san was also enjoying watching it beside Issei. It was just like she said. Issei never expected that there would be a match between the High-class Devils here. And both of them weren't holding back. They were seriously hitting the ball with their racket… and they're also leaking demonic power unconsciously.

"Here I come, Sona!"

"Yes, you may, Rias!"

Both of them were exchanging words like that, and they were both really into this match. It looked like a situation in a sports-comedy manga. It's just plain ridiculous.

"Kaichouuuuu! Please winnnnnnn!"

Saji was also cheering in the fence opposite of the ORC. He was even swinging a flag which had a writing "Student Council" on it. He's certainly fired up compared to Issei who's enjoying the situation while feeling mostly complicated at the sight.

"Take this! Shitori-style spin-ball!"

The ball Kaichou had just hit went rushing towards Rias.

"You are too naïve! Take this Gremory-style counter!"

Rias tried to hit it back with her racket, but the ball changed it's direction and went down! Issei can't help but facepalm. The two of them has all intention to use magic right there and then. In fact, Sona did use magic. The match will become even more ridiculous after this, Issei just know it. Still, it's fun to watch. It's really like a sports comedy manga.

"15-30"

"You are doing well Souna. To be expected from my rival."

"Ufufu. Rias, you haven't forgotten the promise where the loser has to pay for the udon with all the toppings at Kobashiya, have you?"

"Yes, I haven't. It will be my shame if you taste that before me. That's why I will definitely win! Did you know that I have 108 styles of magic ball?"

"I will accept that challenge. I will hit back all the balls that come into my 'Shitori-Zone'."

The match continue on for a rather long time with stronger magic being applied as time goes. It's a very interesting match, Issei had to admit. Maybe he should try that sometimes, magical sports. Maybe a magic basketball? Well he'll be competing soon and if their next match is against the student council, he could try putting magic in sports like the two heiresses did.

The racket eventually broke due to the strain put by the two insane players. In the end, both of them got first place and the ball tournament moved to the club matches.

The whole club changed to their gym uniform including Issei. The next match would be dodgeball and Issei is looking forward to it, especially facing against the student council team where using magic would be fair game. He'd been wanting to test out using magic in normal sport since seeing Rias faced Sona in that tennis match. But then he frowned since the majority of his old power and skill in both sword and magic were lost. He could obtain them again but he needs to grow stronger. Sword is one thing, he can get those skills back through following the motions he remember once again until his current body remembers the motion instinctively but magic is more complicated.

He needs to train both his reserve and control and then recreate his own personal magic crest. That would take a while. Until he could recreate his own crest, he is limited to basic magic. It would be enough for a sport like this but on the off chance he needs his more advanced magic in combat, it would be better if he is prepared. But then again, he is the current Sekiryuutei and a devil. He should probably develop something else, especially since his old power is based around holy and divine power. Now he needs to base his power around demonic and draconic power.

'Hmm, seems like I won't be reacquiring all my old skills.'

[So you plan to develop your magic in a new way?]

'It can't be helped. The current element I possess is the exact opposite of my old one. All my previous magic was based on holy and divine power.'

[True.]

'So will you help me develop my new magic?'

[Hahahaha! Of course partner. The white one won't know what hit him.]

'Ahh yes, Albion. To be honest, I'm also looking forward to a confrontation with the Vanishing Dragon. It would be fun to surprise him.'

While Issei and Ddraig shares a laugh, every player got into position.

"Kill Iseeeeee!"

"Asia-chaaaaaaaaan! Bloomer's are the best! Iseeeeeee, die!"

"Please! Take Hyoudou down! For Rias-oneesama's sake! For Akeno-oneesama's sake!"

"You have to bring Asia-san back to the good side!"

"Die! Right! No, throw at head on!"

"Kill him! Die! There should be only one loli-con, and that is me!"

"You wouldn't have gotten killed if you didn't come out!"

'Damn my bad reputation.'

Issei growled in his mind as he skillfully dodge every ball aimed at him while outwardly having a calm expression. He is both having fun while also feeling annoyed. It's fun playing dodgeball and it reminds him of one time as Celica where he had to avoid a shower of light spears from over three hundred fallen angels. He might not have reached the physical level to reenact that stunt but at his current level after training his body every time he could, dodging balls from school children is not very hard.

He is still annoyed that everyone is aiming for him because of his bad reputation and indirectly, also because he is the only target anyone could consciously hit without repercussion. Rias and Akeno are the top two most popular girls at school. They must not be touched. Koneko is the little mascot and Asia is too pure and angelic, you won't be able to hit them without feeling remorse. As for Kiba… the guy is extremely popular with girls. Hit him and you deal with his fanclub. So Issei with his still recovering reputation is the only available target around.

"All of the balls are concentrated towards Ise! In terms of strategy, this would be "sacrifice"! Ise, this is a chance!"

'Well, she's right. This is a chance. Maybe I should begin counterattack soon?'

A ball aimed at Issei was blocked by Koneko who then used the ball to take down the opponent in one shot. Issei smirked. Yup, he should join in on the fun soon. For now he should let the girls and Kiba have the fun while he train his evasion (somewhat). When Issei was thinking like that, one big built baseball boy came and aimed for Kiba.

"Shit! I don' care whether I get hated! You damn handsome!"

Issei is not worried at all about Kiba getting hit. The knight is good enough to handle a simple dodgeball. But when Kiba just stood there spacing out, Issei's eyes widens and he quickly move.

"What are you doing gazing around for!?"

Issei went towards Kiba while shouting because he was still in his own world. He stood in front of him to snap him out of it.

"…Ah. Ise-kun?"

"Ah Ise-kun? My ass! What the heck are you doing!?"

The ball changed direction and was about to hit Issei in an unspeakable place but with what skill and reflex he had regained, Issei managed to catch the ball with one hand and send it back towards the baseball boy so quickly that the boy didn't have any time to dodge. Issei scored a hit and by then, the game had ended with the opposite team decimated by the rest of the ORC.

'Kiba, what the hell?'

Issei had noticed that Kiba had been silent since that day in his house and has been thinking about something, frequently spacing out. But to think that he would be spacing out even here, that holy sword must be important to him. No, it is very important because now Issei remember that look that Kiba had.

It was the same look that he had in the weeks after Astrea died, the look of someone who is either wanting to die, or contemplating vengeance while being dead inside.

-Vatican-

Shidou Irina, a young teen girl with light brown hair tied in twintail is walking down one of the halls of the exorcist headquarter in Vatican. She had been sent from England to the main base for a special assignment but that is not what is currently in Irina's mind.

Lately she had been having dreams. Dreams of times and places she had never seen in all her life. Dreams both happy and scary. She had been having dreams of a woman with long red hair and unmatched beauty along with a young swordsman who stood by her side.

The dreams started at least a month ago. She did not tell anyone because she thought it's only a dream but lately she's been having this feeling that those are not just dreams. For some reason, she could feel pain and longing whenever she dreamt of the woman and young swordsman.

Irina tried to shake those thoughts away, instead trying to think about some other things, like the mission. She heard that she'll be going to japan. Irina is a little giddy at the thought about returning to Japan. Perhaps she could meet her childhood friend again after a long time. She wonder how much Issei had grown.

Thinking about that chance, Irina skipped happily to where she'll be briefed, not knowing that this next mission will change her life more than she can imagine.

-?-

"Haishella-sama?"

Lacrille Seicrass, a woman with elvish ear and short white hair with long bangs wearing a black leotard and minimal armor look up to the devil woman with long blue hair staring into the distance. The devil is Haishella, the partner of her lord and master. Beside Haishella is a longsword where she usually resides in for long years, only coming out from time to time. It has single edge and simple design but it was once a very feared sword thousands of years ago.

The devil stood up from her position perched on top of a cliff overlooking a vast green forest. Moments later a devilish smirk appear on her face and she turn to Celica's oldest Apostle.

"Lacrille, we're moving."

"Moving? Where are we going?"

Lacrille asks.

"To Japan."

And that's it. The majority here are scenes from the LN with changes to suit the new Issei. No major changes will happen... for now. We're still waiting for the main heroine to arrive after all and she'll come next chapter. Ohh and a major change will appear next chapter concerning Xenovia. How will it go, just wait for it. I'm not pulling a Shidou Haruka though so relax.

Now for the revs.

Ryuujin96: Having a super overpowered main character is something I've done so much in my other stories so I'm trying to do something new. Personality change while being drained back to level 1.

Dragon Rider 66: I've already finished planning the plot with Xenovia as main protagonist and Issei as secondary protagonist so I won't fix it. As for split personality, it would be troublesome. Three voices in one body man. Might as well make Ddraig able to go out if I do that. And yeah, you've said things about Rias before to me. Danmachi's Hestia is the easiest to think about.

orca3553: I kinda like Mahouka. I'm a supporter of Tatsuya x Angelina. The only problem with writing Mahouka for me is its complexity.