Hello, and welcome to the next chapter!

Wacko12; Hehe, I will give it a look up.

Tritan; Thank you! Yeah, I thought it would be~ It'll make sense in the future why he met her when he did, and such~ It was supposed to be like that. Kinda awkward, yet funny as well. Hopefully their interactions this chapters interactions is less than awkward. Hehe, their fight is going to be quite soon, though not their ultimate fight, you know? But they'll be having that in the future. Hehe, well he's the next chapter!

Dragonsayianblue; Hehe, thanks! Yeah, even if Serafall went a little mental, it was a good move to tell her, setting up things for later. Hehe, those two are getting along quite well, aren't they? Poor Ravel, she might just be. You never know with Kuroka. Or maybe she just likes Ravel instead of girls particularly.

Harem Master123; Thanks! I'm glad that you liked it! Yeah, he talked to Asia alright, and more of that in this chapter! Yeah, I just think that he kinda does deserve the girl, but Akeno is with Zenki so rejoice I guess~ And yeah, that would be switching things up. I suppose it could work, being children of the Maou-sama's, that would make sense and I didn't forget, don't worry. And cool suggestions!

DocSlendy; Literally, Maou-sama from hell, it's Sera Voorhees, you don't mess with her. Hehe, I guess that she is like that, huh. Yup, he can certainly build things! That'll come up later on as well! Ophis and her offering of snakes, she's a bad person.

War historian; Yeah, she does wear them, check out the anime, she's wearing them there~ And even in the light novels as well~ And yeah, that's a good image alright~

Hellspam; Hehe, it was a little shocking, wasn't it? But it will become relevant later on~ I know, I was watching it a few days before writing that chapter, so I thought that it would be fun to add it to a Serafall part. Bleach Marathon, I can relate to that~ I'm glad that you liked that part, maybe they were watching~ Maybe they're watching right now~? Yes, that's going to be something good, I can't wait to write that.

Anime PJ; She's Sera Voorhees~ Hmm, it might do, or it might not do. We'll have to wait and see, ya know? Hehe, wait until Diodora truly does piss off Zenki, it is going to be quite something for him, he's going to be getting quite a beating from Zenki. It does seem like that, doesn't it? But Sona still needs him to beat her in chess before she'll actually consider actually forming a relationship with him. It's apart of Sera Voorhees, she's cute and cuddly, but deadly as well. Yeah, it is going to be like that for them~ Ophis and Zenki are going to have, quite the interesting relationship with one another. You got your wish! Zenki is with Akeno hehe! Rejoice!

LinleyBaruch; Cool, yeah it seems I will be going with them!

ShadeAkami; Yup! Yeah, he's gonna be getting some of them in the future, and with the life he has, he'll probably need more than a few. Yeah, he's kind of quirky like that, he does weird things sometimes. Maybe it is relevant to the plot, it might not be, we'll see in time. Yeah! Ophis has appeared! Well, he didn't know what they actually did to him. He might be keeping some in the future, but as they say, don't take candy, or in this case snakes, from strangers. Yeah, he's got like a super power friend! Maybe Great Red in the future, I could see that happening. Serafall as Jason, it had to be done! She's cute and deadly, a very dangerous combination. Now that would be truly funny, I will have to definitely consider that for the future. It's just a little hobby of his, and since the subject is Asia, it is going to be the best he can do, after all. Hehe, that is quite ironic, isn't it? He's an Angel in her eyes, yet truly he's a Demon, but he's quite soft spoken and calm for an Angel, isn't he? Maybe they did see something, maybe Gabriel saw something. We'll have to wait and see, won't we~? A little reward though~? That could be something~ We'll have to wait and see, won't we~? Yeah, I wanted to display his awkwardness, purely so he could be shown to be like that, you know? Even though he's confident, he melts when he comes into contact with the girl that he loves. Hmm, what could Diodora be planning, I wonder? He's always up to something, isn't he? Well, he deserves that treatment anyway, doesn't he? Yup, peerage is complete now! All of them are there! Aah, thanks, yeah, the waiting isn't going to have to be long, they'll soon be introduced, with a certain girl being very close to an introduction~ Yeah, it might make a comeback~ I am thinking about it anyway~ Hehe, that is quite funny. Erm you were indeed the first one, but others suggested the same thing as well. Yes, that's how I feel. As long as it sticks to a structured plotline and such, then changes will happen but sometimes things won't be. Changes that I think are important and such. You'll see how the story goes on. Those are some awesome suggestions! Nah, it wouldn't really bother me if you guessed it right or wrong, and I wouldn't be offended either. And yeah, you are the only one hehe~ And thank you! I'm glad that you liked it, and here's the next chapter!

Absolute Mirage; Thank you! Thanks, yeah I thought it made a little bit of sense to make it happen like that. You would've thought so, but she didn't hehe~ It was a little cute, wasn't it? There will be more of it to come in the future~ Hehe, I guess you're right there. I know, in the next story I am planning, Rossweisse is going to be in the OC harem. Mother daughter combo would be quite awesome, wouldn't it? And cool, she'd be quite cool~

ShadowUzumaki55; It was, but it makes more sense in this though. It will make sense as the story goes on, even if it was random at first. It will blend together, eventually. Hmm, what could that mean, I wonder? Serafall turning mental was quite funny to write, actually. True enough, nothing in this world is free, and that was no exception, ya know? Hmm, it could do, or it might not do. Depending on what happens, it could only strengthen their relationship. Yeah, I guess that it does prove that, doesn't it?

BlueBlade87; Yeah, he's really thirteen now. Time really does fly~ RIP indeed to the Shota boy, he's going to be…well, it will be shown in the future~ Yeah, it really does fit them both, doesn't it? Queen would be the most probably, the same with Kunou, but the trait, I can see the Knight for Le Fay and Kunou, well that will be a little surprising. A little cuteness rival between the two would be very awesome, wouldn't it? Hehe, it will be revealed in time where and what his Mom is, it will be quite, surprising.

Charli J Lee; Thanks! Here's the update!

Blue Eyes Pendulum Dragon; Yup, the Loli Dragon has descended upon us! Yeah, by the time he does, he's going to be quite strong. He might just get something like that. Hehe, that would be quite funny. Well, he might reach that status in the future, he's a very talented young man, let's put it that way.

Guest 1; Yeah, in the future I could see that happening anyway. It would be funny.

Guest 2; Aah, cool, and thanks! I'm glad you thought it was good like that!

Guest 3; You're right about that, she would sexually torture him, wouldn't she? Damn, those two teaming up, it would blow his mind, wouldn't it? I don't know if I could even last that long with those two coming at me.

Guest 4; Hehehe, I'd have to guess Asia is the first and Xenovia is the third, correct me if I am wrong about that. Hehe, even if she isn't in the harem, I could picture a scene where that happens, it would be quite funny. Yeah, I don't see why not, it would cause some funny situations to happen.

Matt; Yeah, I guess you're right, I just thought Serafall would proclaim such things out anyway if it is for her Zenki-tan~ Hehe, I thought that Asia would see it like that, considering she couldn't really see his wings, and his demonic power is green, so it doesn't look the usual blackish that it would do. He'll probably be meeting them sooner or later, before the Excalibur arc. Whether in a flashback or not, I haven't decided yet. But that would be quite funny, all three praying for him.

Guest 5; Eeh, she does have them in Volume 21, I believe it was to stabilize the holy grail or something, I will have to read it again. She'll have the holy grail from the get go. Yeah, that seems to be quite popular, and this chapter begins that healing process as well. Hahaha, a battle of Loli's, that would be cute and terrifying at the same time. Yeah, Kuroka and Ravel will have that, and Koneko will have something going on with Ravel as well, though I was thinking of making it a cat and fox (Koneko and Kunou respectably) thing, giving some diversity as well as some funny movements to happen. Serafall is very, good at hiding her scary side, isn't she?

Asia lover; I could actually see that happening, it would be cool to see, wouldn't it? It would show that they realize Zenki is in love with Asia.

Sandshrew master 317; Thanks! Aah, that shall be revealed, soon! And yeah, at least one of them is with Issei.

Guest 6; Hehe, if you love their relationships, then this chapter is for you my friend, there's some heavy Zenki and Akeno moments this chapter. And you're right about that, it would be very difficult if not impossible for Zenki to resist dipping into that. You're right, Rias is like that for Issei. Eeh, Kuroka teaching would be scary, unless she teachers sex ed, and then that would be, very scary and exciting probably. Those are some cool familiar ideas, I like them!

Xenovia fan; Hehe, yeah it is pretty good how it turned out, huh. Aika having a Sacred Gear, yes. How Raynare will join, will be kept secret for now. You're right on both accounts there, I can't argue against you. And yeah, that would be quite funny!

Lone fallen wolf; Thanks! Akeno is definitely in! Tsubaki, I am unsure of for now, but never say never!

Skull Flame; Yeah, you're right about that. Yup, he has indeed met her, and will have more interactions with her in this chapter as well as the future, setting things up and all. Hehe, he's pretty much yeah, he's got a knack for building things. Maybe in the future, he probably could create a room in his house that's like the Dimensional Gap. Yeah, they are somewhat friends, and even more so in this chapter. And he is dead lucky, isn't he not meeting him. We'll definitely see who in the future. Serafall is indeed dangerous. He'll be saving her somehow, it will be soon shown how he is going to do that. Those are some great ideas for familiars, and even harem members! I will definitely take them into consideration! You're right about that, and I haven't seen that series in years. I can't even remember how it ended lol. If I did write a fic for it, I would have to watch the series again. And here's the update!

Duked; Thanks! Really? Great minds must think alike~ He probably could do something like that in the future, with help from maybe Kuroka or something. Actually, I have some great ideas for Xenovia as a Rook, and a mutation piece can have a high value. But thanks for the input!

El Asakura Mayor; Hey, thank you! Glad you like it! Thanks for your views, Akeno is definitely with Zenki! Those are some convincing plot points, so thank you!

Neonlight01; Yeah, their interactions are gonna be quite cute. Yeah, he's quite the smart guy, isn't he? Hehe, Koneko might be getting more jealous when a certain Loli fox comes into the story. To a certain extent, yes. But they'll still have that rivalry later on. True enough, he'd want to think about it in the future. Well, he's doing it to protect her, more than hurt her. To say it is the right thing is up to anyone really, but Zenki believes he's doing the right thing. Yes, Rias is with him. Akeno is with Zenki, the others I haven't decided on.

Akeno best waifu; Thanks! I'm glad that you do! They are quite good together, aren't they? This chapter does display it well as well. Hehe, that would be quite funny actually, I think I will add a scene like that in the future.

Lightwave; Yeah, it is but I like shocking people~ And there is a reason she's showed up now, it will be more apparent in the future why that is. At least when it concerns other Loli's, Koneko seems to have powers…those two have indeed started the bird/cat rivalry. Yeah, and in this chapter, you'll see how mad she can get with Seekvaira. It kind of does, doesn't it? But Sona is the type to not admit that, only when that person has proved how intelligent they are. Hehehe, I am glad that I made you laugh with that, I thought it would be funny to add something like that. Asia's naïve mind is adorable, and Zenki is doing the things he thinks are for the best. Yeah, I am of a similar mind when it concerns those people.

LL; That would be quite funny, wouldn't it? I can see that actually happening. Yeah, imagine the looks they'd have on their faces if they see their leader suddenly just give up and go to Zenki or something like that.

Guest 7; That actually would be a really sweet way of her getting Balance Breaker, as in canon it was because of her desire to protect Issei's parents. Maybe it is a desire to protect Zenki or something. Yeah, it could be different than the one in canon, I don't see why not. Maybe she could do that, or restore stamina as well or something.

Guest 8; Thanks, and one of them is.

Gundam 09; Thank you! Yeah, she'll soon be in his peerage!

Guest 9; Rias is, Akeno isn't. As for the others, I haven't decided one way or the other.

Guest 10; Heheh, I can actually see that happening, it would be a funny yet awkward way for them to meet, wouldn't it? And I agree, that does need to happen at least once in this story. Yeah, they do tend to have sweet relationships, don't they? Don't worry, your wish has come true, Akeno is with Zenki, this chapter starting them on the path to their relationship. He'll have quite a large house yeah, and some added features due to him being who he is. And Akeno probably will be by the time canon starts.

Guest 11; Hehe, Irina would be absolutely adorable when that happens. The flustering of Irina would be too cute, I can imagine it happening. And yeah, Jeanne could do that for her, and give it any property she needs for it. That actually would be quite awesome if I do say so myself.

AlphaOmega; Well, it isn't a short amount of time. Weeks or even months go by between these chapters, it is stated as such in one way or another. For that rivalry yes, but Koneko will be having one with Kunou as well. Yup, Ophis and Zenki will be having many interactions in the future. She would do pretty much anything, and there's always a price to pay. Serafall does take it quite seriously, after all. That will be explored more as the story goes on. Well, he's doing what he needs to do to keep Asia safe, even if he does like her, he doesn't want to corrupt her away from the Church, and if that means lying to her, then he will do so, even if reluctantly. Yeah, that's pretty much my thinking as well. And I haven't forgotten.

Cf96; Thanks!

Guest 12; Haha, yeah~ Imagine Xenovia seeing her at the Factions meeting, she'd be very…well, you know~

Guest 13; Eventually, he will be unleashing all that pent up anger for him, him actually doing a little this chapter. He is pretty powerful, he does come from a Maou after all, who is a super Devil so Zenki naturally is quite talented. And I could see Ophis actually doing that for Zenki, so he didn't become sad.

Guest 14; Rias is with Issei, Akeno is with Zenki. I haven't decided on that person.

Guest 15; Yeah, they'll have an interesting road ahead of them, starting this chapter actually. And I am of the same opinion, I am neutral on the guy as well.

AndroSid93; Thank you! I'm glad that you liked it! Hehe, I am glad you liked the fight scenes, I try my best with them. He very much is smitten with her and this chapter shows how smitten he actually is with her. Yeah, Rias is gonna be with Issei, that seems to be quite the popular opinion. God, I don't even know what Kuroka is going to do when they get involved. It would be quite scary indeed. You're right about that, this chapter shows the beginning of their relationship starting. I'm glad you thought like that, and yeah, poor Sona and Zenki, they have such hardships, don't they? Hehe, well you do see a good ass kicking for Diodora this chapter, and here's the update!

Well, with those lovely reviews done, it is time to start the chapter!


The holy spirit and the holy nun part 1

At an early time in the morning, Zenki saw a curious sight…

When he entered his bath, he saw that Rias entered it as well, shocking him. Even more so when Akeno entered the bath as well, both of them dressed in revealing towels.

"Eeh…Rias-tan, Akeno-chan…what are you doing exactly?"

He didn't know how else to say it, he was a little weirded out by the two girls entering his bath all of a sudden. He wasn't bothered by it per say, he just didn't know what they were doing in his own private bathroom.

Akeno walked over towards Zenki, and sat beside him, the water only making her look more beautiful than usual. Her hair was already wet, somehow. The water was able to make her hair look more dazzling than it usually would.

Rias herself didn't look half bad, Zenki noticed that her bust was growing day by day. Even Akeno's, he'd say that her bust was bigger than Rias', and right now, he could see both of their forms, and it only made it more desirable by seeing the girls in towels, leaving something to the imagination.

"Ara ara, Zenki-kun~ Are you suddenly ashamed of having us both enter your bath like this?"

Akeno teased lightly, hugging onto his arm.

Rias curiously watched the pair of them, tilting her head to the side, putting her hair up into a bun so she could enjoy the large baths water.

"N-Not really, why would I be ashamed? I was just wondering…"

Akeno gained a teasing face, lightly opening her towel ever so slightly. Due to that, the top portion of the chest could be seen, and it was obvious that she was showing it to Zenki. Being around Kuroka, he could stand some teasing, but when he saw Akeno, he could say that she could make him melt so easily.

"Ara, Zenki-kun. Would you like to have a little peak at my breasts? Would you check my growth? Rias doesn't believe that mine are bigger than hers."

Akeno's face became lewd as she budged closer to Zenki. The boy retracted his body, but Akeno crossed the distance easily, holding onto his harm as tightly as she could, pushing her very modest sized breasts against him, that could make most adult women cry at how large they were, and for her age as well.

"Hey!" Rias denied, furrowing her eyebrows angrily. "Don't say that! my breasts are quite big as well, I won't lose to you in terms of breast size!"

"Ara ara, Rias is surely getting worked up again. Does this mean you're angry that your Queen has a bigger bust size? If that's the case, won't you trade me to Zenki-kun so you can have a Queen that has a smaller bust than you?"

Using that opportunity, Akeno tried to persuade Rias into trading her into Zenki's peerage.

Zenki wouldn't lie and say that he wouldn't mind Akeno in his peerage. In fact, if Rias said she would, he'd be all for it. He could see potential in her, and he did like her, so it wasn't out of the realms of impossibilities, but he didn't feel right about taking Rias' servants away from her, especially since Akeno and Rias were best friends.

"A-Akeno, am I not a good enough King? Is that why you want to trade?"

Rias showed an upset face, so Akeno dispelled her worries straight away.

"It isn't like that, I am only trying to be placed with Zenki-kun. Even though Rias is a great King, I would love to be in Zenki-kun's peerage. If that doesn't happen, then I shall cheat on you Rias, and spend more time with Zenki-kun~"

Rias huffed a little bit, showing a dissatisfied face.

"To say such things like that, can I take your words seriously?"

"Ara ara, I heard Rias was going to Kuoh when she reaches that age, and of course I will be following. If Zenki-kun moves there, I shall live with him." She then turned her face to Zenki, adopting a very cute yet somehow seductive face as well. "Is that fine, Zenki-kun? If I live with you, you're going to Kuoh as well, correct?"

"Well…yeah, I will probably be going to the town of Kuoh. Gotta keep my eyes on Rias-tan and Sona-tan so they don't cause trouble and get into trouble as well. And if it is okay with Rias-tan, I don't see why you can't live with me."

"I guess, if Zenki says it is okay, I cannot say you can't. Though Akeno, you have to also still be my Queen. I need you to stand beside me."

Akeno snickered lightly as Rias frowned.

"It is okay Rias, I shall stand beside you as your Queen. But I shall also stand beside Zenki-kun as well, because I've never met as wonderfully cute."

"W-Well, that's because he has both his Okaa-sans and Otou-sans looks, he's very cute, isn't he?"

Suddenly, a new voice came into the scene.

Zenki looked to see that it was Seekvaira in a towel as well, without her glasses on.

"H-Hold on, how did you even get-"

"Zenki-kun, I've known the password to the door for years, of course I can get into your private bathroom. I presume it is the same for Rias-san and Akeno-san here."

Said Seekvaira as she just strolled into the bath, sitting down on the other side of Zenki. Akeno gave her a little glare, and Seekvaira did the same, but didn't say anything, merely rubbing shoulders with him, the same with Akeno, besides the fact she was using her more developed chest.

The intense look between them made Zenki and Rias share looks of concern, so Zenki tried to change the subject.

"B-By the way Rias-tan. How is your new Knight?"

At that, Rias gave a small pout.

"Understandably, difficult. After my Knight's past, it seems it is going to be difficult to get through to that child. Though I am trying my best, it seems that my Knight doesn't want to have anything to do with me."

Rias made a face as if she had eaten a bug, so Zenki furrowed his brows in worry.

"Yes, that seems to be troubled. If you want, I could always have a word with your new Knight, if you want me too? Maybe, someone that isn't the Master, could get through to your Knight."

"That would be wonderful, Zenki. Thank you."

He adopts a smile, and gives her a cheery grin.

"No worries, it must be difficult. And I know that you'd do the same for me, so I can't say anything but offering my help. I can't do it today, I've got to go and see-"

"Your Nun."

Another voice came in through the door, and the person who entered was Sona. She also didn't wear her glasses, but she saw Seekvaira straight away, sparks going off between their eyes instantly, and unlike the glare she had with Akeno, this one was more intense.

Akeno merely hugged onto Zenki as Sona strolled over to the water, wearing nothing but a towel.

"S-So, you know my password as well?"

Zenki cried out, wondering how many people knew the secrets that he had to his private stuff. Rias, Akeno, and Seekvaira knew, and now Sona. He wondered who else knew the secret password to his own private bath.

"Of course I do, Zenki." Sona replied calmly, the boy frowning. "Don't show such a face, it wasn't difficult knowing what the password was, you always pick the same password for everything anyway. That's a very dangerous way to live, you know?"

"Says the Sitri woman."

Seekvaira snidely said, Sona giving a glare.

"And what's that supposed to mean?"

Seekvaira turned up her nose at Sona, the girl frowning right at Seekvaira.

"I am only saying, you're always belittling him."

"When do I do that?"

Sona gritted her teeth and showed them to Seekvaira who snickered right back.

"You do it all the time."

Seekvaira shot back, her eyes narrowing.

"No I don't. And why we're on the subject of Zenki, why are you sitting so close to him anyway?"

The coldness of the tone made Rias take a few steps backwards, going towards the other side of the bath. Even Akeno, who wasn't usually affected by such things, clung to Zenki even tighter, the faces of Sona and Seekvaira being quite scary.

Seekvaira took a breath and answered without missing a beat.

"It is called being friends. I am sure that is a foreign concept to you, who avoids human contact when possible."

"Are you trying to say I am a social leper?"

Sona spat out hatefully, Seekvaira nodding her head to the fear of Rias, Akeno and even Zenki, all three being worried about what the girl could do if angered.

"Your words, not mine."

Sona scowled immediately, edging closer to Seekvaira.

"At least I choose to spend time with Zenki in my own way, and not throw myself at him like a certain heiress I could mention." Rias looked questioning as she wasn't really sure if Sona was attacking Seekvaira or using Rias as an example for some reason as her eyes did briefly meet Sona's. That was before Sona shook her head at her, reassuring her. "Not you Rias."

Rias smiled cheerfully, but then became a little frightened when Seekvaira gained an aura around her body.

"You're quite cheeky, aren't you? You're speaking as if I am some common Riser…I mean, a common pervert."

Mentioning the name 'Riser' by mistake Rias and Zenki snickered as Akeno wasn't really familiar with Riser, despite being Rias' Queen, so she didn't know much about him. She just decided to hold onto him with her large breasts pressing against him.

"I wouldn't be shocked if you and Riser where in the same category."

Sona glared out as she gained an aura herself, a scary and dangerous one at that which could melt with the glare she was giving right now.

"Those are fighting words…"

Rias whispered as Zenki and Akeno joined her in the corner.

"Things might get heavy soon."

Zenki brought up, seeing the atmosphere change.

Akeno chuckled nervously at the two Devils glaring at each other.

"This is quite scary, indeed."

That was all Akeno could say as Sona and Seekvaira got close to one another, showing how serious they were right now.

Seekvaira held a hand to her mouth, laughing elegantly, but a hint of malice was there.

"Ara, such cute words from Sona-san. But recently, I have been hearing that Zenki-kun and I might be getting-"

"Then the Devils are making a mistake by putting you two together."

Sona's cool reply caused the atmosphere to become tense.

"Hmph, saying such a thing, Riser would be best as your fiancée, don't you think?"

Seekvaira spat out, as Sona scowled.

"Riser, is not going to be my fiancée, I have already seen my fiancée off, thank you very much. Besides, you and Riser are better for one another, you're both perverts that fire themselves at the opposite sex so easily that it is second nature to you."

As Sona said that, Seekvaira huffed.

"Second nature to you is being socially secluded, isn't it?"

"I'd rather be socially secluded than be a pervert like yourself."

Sona shot back coolly, showing a cold expression, the three witnesses being scared out of their minds.

"I am not a pervert!"

"Says the woman who throws herself at a certain Astaroth that isn't Dildodora...Diodora."

Sona's slip made all of the people laugh in the room, but Seekvaira soon returned to slagging off Sona the best she could, not having Sona get one up on her.

"Yet, you yourself do the same thing. I see how you 'innocently' happen to end up in situations with him. Like now for instance, ending up in the same bath."

"You've done the same thing! And unlike you, Zenki and I have a similar intelligence, we can understand one another more than you and he ever could!"

"Why don't you go and tell your boyfriend Riser that then!?"

Seekvaira spat out, the others taking gasps, becoming more afraid of Sona and Seekvaira's fight.

"He's not my boyfriend! He's your love slave!"

"Well, Diodora is your love slave!"

"I hope Diodora ends up as your fiancée!"

"No one wants Diodora as a fiancée! He's worse than that common Riser!"

The two girls squared off against one another, intense auras surrounding the bath, the water around them being annihilated due to their intense powers.

Rias, Zenki and Akeno huddled together, watching the pair of them glare at one another, and sling words at each other, frightened of what could happen next.


"I told you Dildodora, I won't be allowing you to touch that Nun."

"Meh, do you think you can stop me forever?"

"I'll stop you if you try anything with her. She's innocent, why don't you find someone else to prey on, or better yet, why don't you just stop being an asshole and stop trying to hurt people, and I don't know, try and actually be nice…but that's lost on you, isn't it?"

Standing in the forest near the Church Asia belongs too, stood Zenki and Diodora.

Snow scattered around them as they squared off against one another.

While Zenki appeared calm, Diodora was seething with rage, rage from not being able to get his hands on Asia.

Zenki stopped him at every turn, he wouldn't allow him to pass, and Diodora knew that he couldn't force his way past Zenki. He simply wasn't strong enough to take on Zenki, and he knew that if he tried, he wouldn't be able to get through.

"Tch, why don't you just give this shit up already? One way or another, I will get my hands on precious Asia-chan. Don't you understand? Inferior people like you need to bow down to people like me and allow me to get what I am wishing for."

Diodora thought it was his right. He thought that Zenki should just submit to him.

Obviously, Zenki thought very differently about it.

"If you're superior to me, why haven't you been able to get Asia-san yet? Oh, that's right. Because you're not strong enough to get past me. I might not be the strongest Devil, but I'm stronger than you, and I always will be, because your efforts are put into doing disgusting acts, and mine are put into bettering myself and strengthening my peerage. You're a joke, and not even a funny one either."

Diodora's face twisted in pure anger, tightening his fists.

"Listen to me you little bastard, if you don't get out of my way, I will kill you."

His tone was dark, cold. He truly meant his words. He would try and kill Zenki if he didn't move. He didn't even care that Zenki was his elder brother's son, he'd kill him if he could get his hands on Asia, that wasn't something Zenki thought Diodora should think about, but he couldn't change his thought process anymore than he could the weather.

Zenki rolled his eyes at the threat he received.

"Did you forget that each time we fight, you always get your ass handed to you? Do you know why? It is because you're not powerful, at least enough for me. I mean, you even mock Sai-tan, yet he could crush you with a finger, and I train with that powerhouse, so I believe I am capable of beating the living shit out of you. If you don't leave right now, I might have to hand your ass to you again, because let's face it, there's nothing you can truly do against me. You couldn't even learn Tou-chan's special move, even though he taught it to you. You're abysmal with it."

Diodora hissed and withdrew what appeared to be a light dagger, a dagger made of pure light. Even though holding it hurt Diodora, he wasn't above suffering a little bit if he could end Zenki's life right before his eyes.

"Why don't you just die then you cocky bastard!"

Diodora lunged at Zenki with the light dagger. Zenki moved back, receiving a cut to his palm, the boy wincing at the light of the dagger, but grabbed his wrist, tightening it, causing Diodora to wince in pain at the pure strength Zenki used.

"I'm cocky am I? You're a dickhead, and you need to learn to use weapons that can't be turned around on you, idiot."

With a series of complicated movements, Zenki flicked Diodora's wrist up at the same time as he applied much pressure to it, the dagger flying out of his hands, up into the air. Before Diodora could even blink, Zenki forced Diodora's hand behind his back, getting behind him, and put his head into a headlock, the dagger falling down to the ground.

"Gaaaaaaah! Get off me!"

Diodora tried to gather demonic power in his hand, but Zenki had anticipated this, using his own demonic power to squash Diodora's own, as the dagger fell in range of Zenki's hand. With a quick movement with his hand, he grabbed the handle of the dagger and held it to Diodora's neck, the light pressing against his skin, burning him.

"Now Dildodora, you're going to listen to me, and listen good." Zenki began as Diodora struggled, but couldn't get free. "You tried to kill me again, didn't you? What a pathetic attempt you made. No plan, just coming at me and hoped for the best. Well, take some of this home with you. You managed to cut my hand, be happy and rejoice because that's all you're going to be able to do, with a light dagger, not even your own power. What pettiness you're showing right now."

"G-Get off me!"

Diodora struggled even more, but Zenki was too strong for him.

Zenki pressed the dagger to Diodora's throat, drawing a little trickle of blood from him. Diodora cried as the light infected his body, being a Devil was a weakness to the very weapon he went to kill Zenki with.

"No, you're not listening to me Dildodora. You're being very bad right now, you're not listening to me, are you? Now, if you don't want me to slice through your neck, you're going to start listening to me, and listen good because I'm only saying this once." Diodora didn't show any movements, Zenki taking that he was going to listen, now having no choice as Zenki had all of the advantages. "You leave this Nun alone. Do you hear me? If you try and corrupt her from the Church, then I will start cutting you with this dagger, I will blow off parts of your body, and I will mutilate your corpse so it won't even be recognizable, if you think of doing anything to this Nun, or anyone else, hear me dickhead?"

Diodora shed some tears at the threat he received, as well as the dagger at his throat. The light was hurting him immensely. That was part of the reason he was shedding tears. The other part was Zenki himself, having witnessed what this boy could do to him if he steps out of line…though he still wouldn't give up on Asia.

"O-Okay! I-I won't target her!"

Zenki didn't believe him for a moment, but threw Diodora to the ground and pointed a hand at him, gathering a large amount of demonic power, ready to fire it if Diodora made a single wrong move, he wasn't going to let Diodora try and attack him again.

Diodora faced Zenki while on his hands and knees, still crying, his face being stained with his own tears.

"Now fuck off Dildodora. I catch you around here again, and I will make good on my promises." Diodora didn't move so Zenki sharpened his eyes and made his green demonic power glow, showing he wasn't messing around. "GET OUT OF HERE RIGHT NOW!"

"IYAAAAAAAAAAAAA!"

Diodora jumped and fell onto his butt, crying at the yell Zenki gave.

With his pride wounded, Diodora teleported out of there with a magical circle, leaving Zenki alone in the forest.

He looked at the light dagger as he made his own demonic power disappear, having no reason to keep it around now, and placed the light dagger in a bad so it wouldn't hurt him, and then looked at his hand that had been cut by Diodora.

It was bleeding. It stung because of the light, Zenki sighing a little bit, and promised himself to get it healed later on.

He cleared his throat, and was ready to leave, but then, Asia walked over, Zenki becoming surprised.

"H-Hello, Angel-san…erm, Zenki-san."

Hearing the velvet voice of the Nun calmed Zenki's heart immediately. Something about her gentleness always made him feel good, no matter what he was feeling beforehand.

Zenki gazed upon the beautiful Nun, smiling weakly.

"H-Hello, Asia-san. Y-You are…e-erm, you've been out, a-a lot lately…"

He recalled, hoping she didn't see the interaction with Diodora, as he didn't want her to be stained by someone like Diodora.

Asia put on an innocent face, her eyes shining.

"Yes! I have been waiting for your return Zenki-san!"

Zenki's face became red when hearing Asia's innocent answer.

"O-Oh…y-you've been waiting for me…h-how did you know I would return?"

He tried to play it cool, but he cried internally when he heard his own words, feeling stupid for even saying them.

Asia didn't show any weird expressions at his words, her belief in her eyes.

"Zenki-san promised to come back, even if it was indirectly. I believed Zenki-sans promise, and you have returned."

"Y-Yeah…" He began, trying to think on how to get out of it, when he noticed the cross around her neck was broken, held together by tape, wincing slightly because it was still a holy item, broken or not. "…o-oh, you've broken your crucifix."

Asia stuck out her tongue and bonked herself on the head adorable, though some sadness were in her eyes.

"Yes, because I'm a clumsy nun, I broke my crucifix, I might have displeased God…"

She trailed off and looked sullen.

Zenki couldn't stand to see the look on her face, trying to lift her spirits.

"No, don't say that. God wouldn't care about something like that." Zenki assured, though he wasn't truly sure as he wasn't really close to God. "B-But, don't say you're clumsy, a-and it isn't like it is just y-you, I am quite clumsy as well. I once dropped a g-glass that was firmly in my hands."

Asia put her hands to her mouth, giggling slightly.

"T-That's really funny Zenki-san. Even I'm not that clumsy~"

Her enchanting voice made Zenki melt on the spot, his eyes fluttering slightly.

"Waaah…that's cruel, Asia-san."

He sniffled playfully, but Asia took it seriously.

"I'm so sorry Zenki-san!" She cried in regret, but then she noticed a red substance leaking from his hand. She moved closer, to see the cut he was hiding well with his fingers, becoming concerned. "Z-Zenki-san! Your hand is hurt…P-Please, let me heal-"

"No!" He got out quickly, Asia blinking in surprise. He cleared his throat and explained his reasons. "Erm, I meant to say, no. It is alright Asia-san, I am going to be fine. It is just a small cut after all."

He lied, because he knew what might happen if she was discovered to have healed a Devil.

He wasn't stupid. He understood that if she healed him, she could be branded a heretic for healing a Devil. So, he'd rather clench his teeth and bear this pain, than allow Asia to be excommunicated from the Church because of him.

"Ooh…b-but it looks painful…"

Asia was the type of person who didn't like seeing others in pain. And Zenki realized that, which was one of the reasons he liked her so much. She was just so kind that he could even weep from how lovely she truly was, never having met someone so kind, generous, and giving like she was.

"Don't worry, I am going to be okay! Since it was in protecting you from naughty Devil-sans, I will gladly receive this cut and wear it with pride!"

In his mind, that sounded very good. If it came across like that, he wasn't sure at all. But to him, it was a very good thing.

Asia wasn't convinced, but she did blush when she thought that Zenki got injured protecting her, and it wasn't a lie either. He did get hurt protecting her, and he'd do it again and again, if he could just see her smile again, that kept him from feeling anything other than joy when in her presence.

"Zenki-san keeps protecting me, I am grateful. This is all thanks to the-"

"H-Hey, I have to go now!"

He cut her off so he didn't have to suffer through a headache again.

Asia's face dropped, as she didn't get to spend much time with the 'Angel'.

"O-Oh…o-okay Zenki-san…"

Unable to see her having such an expression, Zenki gave a small smile.

"I'll be able to return in, two days, at…let's say ten in the morning. Is that okay? If you're okay with meeting me again, we can definitely talk during that time."

He knew he shouldn't, but he couldn't stand to see her having such a face, and knowing he was the cause of it. He didn't want Asia to be sad, especially if it was because of him. He was willing to receive any punishment that came his way, if he could make Asia smile again.

And it worked, when Asia's face brightened up immensely, clapping her hands together joyfully.

"Yes! That would be the best Zenki-san! I-I can't wait!"

Hearing that, Zenki adopted a smile himself, and gave her a heart-warming smile.

"Then, until then Asia-san."

With a quick pace, Zenki disappeared into the forest, leaving behind a pleasant Asia, who was happy her Angel was going to return.


"Why don't you believe me Tou-chan!?"

"It isn't like that."

Ajuka calmly replied to his son as he and Zenki was in his office.

They were alone, and the meeting was private. Zenki had called a meeting with his own Father, as he wanted him to understand something, but it was very difficult for him. Ajuka was fighting it all the way, and Zenki couldn't get his point across.

"Then, why don't you listen to me? Diodora isn't a good person! He's going to end up causing a war!"

"A war? Don't be silly, Diodora knows better than that."

Ajuka waved off the concerns with a wave of his hand.

Zenki took in a deep breath.

"You aren't listening to me. He would do that, he's like obsessed with Asia-san."

"Who is, Asia-san exactly?"

Ajuka didn't know the name, so Zenki put a hand to his forehead, and released a large and pained breath.

"I've told you, it is the Nun Diodora is obsessed with. He's got some creepy obsession with her, he keeps trying to corrupt her away from the Church. No matter how many times I scare the idiot off, he doesn't stop. He's going to end up doing something with her when I am not around. I can't be there all of the time, and I can't ask others to get involved, and it isn't like I can make them believe me, if my own Tou-chan doesn't believe me."

"Hey, I'm not saying I don't believe you. It is just a little hard to swallow. Diodora, trying to corrupt a member of the Church, I can't believe it."

"Of course you can't."

Zenki's comment made Ajuka suspicious.

"And what was with that tone?"

Zenki huffed, knowing exactly what his Father thought of Diodora.

"In your eyes, Dildodora can't do any wrong. No matter the amount of times he's threatened me, attacked me, and each time I tell you, you don't listen to me. What is it going to take for you to listen to me? When I am injured? When I am killed? What does it take for you to listen to me and not ignore everything I say?"

Zenki spoke passionately towards his Father, trying to make him listen for a change…but it didn't work.

"…Is this because I missed your latest ceremony?"

Ajuka took a guess, a wrong guess at that, Zenki's frustrations growing.

"No! This hasn't gotten anything to do with me! And that was two months ago, why bring it up now!? I'm seriously worried for that Nun! Diodora is a selfish stupid fucking bastard that will hurt this girl and you're not listening to me! Do you want a war to occur, because that what is what is going to happen eventually because of his fucking actions!"

"Watch your language!" Ajuka snapped, Zenki sighing as he folded his arms. "I am willing to listen to your words, but I won't stand you swearing for no reason. I thought I have raised you better than that."

Zenki scoffed at that, biting his bottom lip so hard that

"Raised me? When was the last time we spoke for more than a passing "Hello!"?"

Ajuka went to answer…but he couldn't recall the last time they spoke.

He felt ashamed at that very instance. He couldn't even remember the last time he conversed with his son, his stomach twisting and made him feel like he was going to throw up from his own actions. How he must've made his own son felt, and with Zenki's Mother not being around due to some business, must've made him feel lonely.

"Just listen to me, Diodora is up to no good. He's twisted, he thinks he can get away with everything, and…you're not even listening to me now, are you?"

Zenki ended as he saw Ajuka looking at some papers.

He felt hurt, betrayed that his own Father wouldn't even listen to him.

"Hmm…I am listening to you."

"What did I say then?"

Zenki countered trying his best to not scream.

"You said Diodora is trying to take this Asia-san."

Ajuka answered without looking up.

Zenki's face fell as sadness entered his heart. He didn't show any tears in his eyes, but he could feel his heart wanting to cry at this moment in time.

"No I didn't. I was talking about how cruel he was…you know what, forget it. Clearly, you're not going to listen to me, no matter what I say. No matter what he does to me, you won't care in the slightest because when it is him, everything you see is through rose coloured glasses."

"Don't say that, I am listening right now. And that is not true at all. I see things clearly, and calmly, that's a part of how I am, as a Maou, and as myself. I don't play favourites."

Ajuka tried to defend, but even he had to admit that his full focus wasn't on his own son, a bitter sensation taking him over.

Zenki took a deep breath, calming his troubled heart.

"You know, even though Sirzechs-sama and Serafall-sama are Maou-sama's, they have time to dote on their siblings and listen to them and comfort them when they are upset, they have time to attend things that might seem trivial to most, but means a lot to Rias-tan and Sona-tan. I'm not asking you to dote on me, I know how difficult it is being a Maou-sama and how much of your time is taken up. I'm not asking you to give all your time for me, it is impossible. But a little attention wouldn't go amiss, or is all of that for Diodora? Right, I forgot, he's the next clan heir, he's so important to you that I have no amount of your time, and you won't even listen to anything I can because it is him, and not me. Whatever, I will deal with Diodora myself."

Zenki walked towards the door, Ajuka feeling terrible.

"Wait Zenki-"

At that moment, there was a knock at the door.

[Onii-sama, I need to talk with you about something urgent. Can I please come in?]

It was Diodora at the door, and Zenki immediately could see Ajuka wanting to go to the door to see his younger brother.

"Oh, it seems that Diodora is here Tou-chan."

Zenki hissed out, hating the fact that Diodora is more prevalent in his Father's mind than Zenki is himself.

"Yes, it seems that he has something urgent to discuss."

"Then you best speak with him."

Ajuka nodded his head, not seeing the hurt on Zenki's face. It was clear on his face, but...

"Of course. Can we talk another time?"

Zenki felt betrayed, even though he expected Ajuka to choose Diodora over him.

"No, it won't be necessary, I said I will deal with it on my own. Don't worry about me, worry about your Otouto. But don't be shocked when he disgraces the Astaroth clan. Because he will, you know? Even if you don't believe me, he will one day ruin this clan." Zenki went to leave, but then he stopped and took out the dagger Diodora attacked him with, throwing it on the ground. "Even though I show you that, it doesn't matter, does it? Diodora tried to murder me with that, and I had to defend myself, again. If he wasn't my uncle, I would've killed him for trying to kill me. Next time he tries anything with me, and I will do some serious damage to him…but that's okay to you, isn't it? Because he attacked me, cutting my hand and it doesn't even seem to bother you, does it?"

"Diodora, attacked you…I can't believe that. Zenki, are you trying to get my attention by lying?"

Zenki sighed heavily, and showed his hand, the cut still being there.

"He attacked me! Can't you see I am telling you the truth!? Why don't you ever listen to me!? Why would I lie about this!?"

"Because Diodora-"

"-wouldn't do that?" Zenki finished off, knowing full well what his Father was going to say. By the look on Ajuka's face, Zenki knew he was speaking the truth. "Fine, don't believe me. If Dildodora starts a war, don't come crying to me after I've warned you again and again. I'll just have to protect Asia-san myself, because I clearly can't get you to believe me. Go on, Dildodora needs you again. Don't worry about me, next time he injures me, don't worry about it. I will just act like a good Maou-sama's son and smile and speak when others speak to me and bow down to others demands, no matter if they try and kill me, isn't that how this world works? I'm glad I have my peerage, my family that actually do listen to me and we all love one another. Bye, have fun with that psychopath Diodora."

Zenki walked towards the door and opened it, revealing the disgusting face of Diodora.

The two locked eyes for a brief moment, hate going between them, Zenki them brushing past the boy.

Ajuka watched as his son left, feeling regret and disgust enter his heart, regret for his own actions, and disgust at his own actions, only catching the hurt on his sons face just as he disappeared, but he didn't have time to think about it as Diodora entered the room, conversing with him.

Zenki made it to his room, and he could feel himself trembling with repressed rage. But he didn't want to show that to his peerage members, he didn't want to worry them, so he took a few minutes outside of his room and collected himself.

When he was calm enough, he entered the room to see Koneko and Kuroka sat on the bed, playing some kind of card game. Ravel was sat at Zenki's desk, playing with what appeared to be a deck of cards as well, stacking them up in different shapes.

"Ooh Zenki-chan, you're back nyaa~"

Kuroka meowed happily, glad that he was back.

Zenki smiled weakly, and walked forward, sitting on the bed.

"Sorry, it has been a little while, hasn't it? I didn't mean to keep you waiting, I got held up…and it is close to bed time."

The three nodded as Ravel walked to the bed, sitting on it.

Koneko looked at Zenki, and with a single glance, could tell that something troubled him. Even if he attempted to hide it, Koneko was able to see through it clearly, she could see the face that looked lost and hurt at the same time, concerned for him.

"…Did you speak with Ajuka-sama?"

Zenki took a breath, shaking his head with a sorrowful look on his face.

"I spoke, he barely listened, and that's the end of it really."

He replied as he sighed deeply, his pain obvious on his face.

"Poor Zenki-chan, your Tou-sama is always doing this, right nyaaa?"

Kuroka wondered as she rubbed her face against his to comfort him.

Somehow, that calmed his heart, making him smile as he stroked her head.

"It's the same as always. He only listens to me when he wants too, and when it is to do with Diodora, he doesn't want to believe that he could do anything wrong. He believes that because he's the Astaroth's heir, he can't do any wrong. Anyone can see that he is stupid and evil, but Tou-chan can't see that. Aah well, if he doesn't want to see, then I will have to get some evidence of Diodora, won't I? He can't deny anything then. And if Tou-chan doesn't want to listen to me, then I will just give the evidence to Sera-tan, to Sirzechs-sama. Anyone that will listen to me and put a stop to Dildodora's actions."

"That's probably for the best, though I think giving it to Ajuka-sama first would be the best."

Ravel chimed in, not wanting to see her King being in pain like this, knowing of the strained relationship with his parents and him respectably.

He gave a smile towards Ravel, petting her head slowly.

"Yeah, you're probably right, then again he probably won't listen to me with evidence either. I mean, if my hand and that light dagger doesn't convince him, then I have no idea what will. Sometimes, I am not even sure why he had a child if he doesn't even listen to me. It's like I am for his status or some crap like that. I'm just another equation in his calculations that can, I don't know, help him with his status as a Maou, help him later in life, use me for his own fun and not care when I have a complaint that could affect this world."

Ravel, more than anyone, could understand why Zenki felt like he did. She had known him longer than either Kuroka or Koneko, and does know of what happens in private in the Astaroth clan. If anything, she was the most sympathetic to Zenki and his troubles.

"Don't worry Zenki-sama, Diodora-sama will get what's coming to him one day. Even if we have to do something about it, yes?"

Ravel questioned as Zenki nodded his head.

"You're right about that. Either we'll deliver his justice, or Tou-chan will have to see that Diodora is good for nothing and we'll see what happens to him, won't we?" Kuroka and the others nodded, then all three of them hugged him, to his happy surprise. "W-Why are you three hugging me all of a sudden? Did I miss something?"

Zenki wasn't going to deny that he didn't like it, but it was sudden and shocking.

"Silly Zenki-chan, it's because we love you and don't wanna see you in pain nyaaa~"

"Nee-sama is right…the world isn't right when…Zenki-san feels sad."

"A-And, as your peerage, it is our duty to make you happy. Of course we're going to be hugging you like this."

Kuroka, Koneko, and Ravel all comforted him with their hugs, the boy smiling pleasantly at all three of them.

"Thank you, everyone. You're the best peerage members ever."

The three girls adopted smiles, continuing to embrace their King.

"Zenki-chan is so cute nyaaa~ Because he is upset, it is okay, I won't tease Zenki-chan tonight. But I will give him a kiss."

Kuroka placed a kiss on his cheek, an instant blush dusting his cheeks. Even Kuroka's face lit up innocently, surprising everyone in the room at how innocent she could sometimes be, adding another layer to who she truly was.

"…Nee-sama is always too forward." Koneko hissed out, then her own cheeks turned red, and she kissed Zenki's cheek as well, the boys face turning more red. "…I won't let Nee-sama get too far ahead of me."

Koneko declared it boldly, her face stained in red.

Ravel saw that she was losing to both of the Nekomata sisters, and she wasn't going to allow it, placing a kiss on Zenki's cheek as well, her face flushing heavily, and healthily at the same time, unable to stop herself from blushing.

"S-Sorry for the intrusion Zenki-sama, I thought that it would cheer you up."

Zenki chuckled a little bit, and placed his hand on the top of her head, ruffling her hair gently.

"It was definitely calming, thank you Ravel-tan, Koneko-tan and of course Kuroka-tan. You three are the best ever. I really do love each of you very much, my most cherished people in my life."

The three girls blushed at his pure and honest words, especially when he said that loves them, and hugged him more and more, loving his embrace.

Even though his parents didn't listen to him, he was glad that he had Kuroka, Koneko and Ravel, they truly where the best peerage members that he could hope for, he would never ask for anyone better than these three right here and now.


Two days later, within the forest at ten in the morning, Asia was waiting patiently for Zenki to return.

Even though it was cold out, she waited for the 'Angel' to return to the forest, so she could converse with him again.

She found herself wanting to do more and more of this. Ever since meeting him, she couldn't get him out of her mind. She couldn't get the way he talks, looks, smiles, even defends her, out of her mind, and she really did like him.

He was kind to her, talked with her when no one else did, and didn't want anything from her in return. In fact, she was the one that owed him, because he had saved her a multitude of times, she even suspected that he had saved her when she didn't even know about it.

"Asia-san, I have returned."

Suddenly, as she waited, Zenki's voice could be heard.

She looked around for it, and from her left, Zenki appeared with a gritted teeth expression on his face.

"Zenki-san, you've returned!"

Asia said it with a childlike smile, and went to his side.

He smiled weakly, biting his bottom lip as he felt, pain right now.

His hand was behind his back, and he was holding onto something…a crucifix made of pure gold and had some jewels on it, attached to rosary beads of multiple colours.

He wasn't holding them for the sake of holding them, he had a very good reason, and they were for the girl before him. Even though he was in pain and using his demonic power to offset the effects as much as possible, those things didn't seem to matter to him right now.

"I-I am sorry I am l-late, but I had to g-get you something."

Asia tilted her head to the side adorably, confusion written on her face.

"What did you get me, Zenki-san? You didn't have to get me anything. I don't have anything for you."

He smiled despite the pain he felt, and removed his hand from behind his back, and presented Asia with the golden crucifix.

"I noticed your old one was broken and you said God might be angry, s-so I had this blessed for you. And you don't need to get me anything at all, this is a gift for you, please have it."

He said the truth.

He did have them blessed, he had some connections, and he got them blessed just for Asia. Even with the pain he felt right now, seeing Asia's teary eyes made it all the more worth it, it was worth seeing her happy face, the pain he felt right now.

"Z-Zenki-san g-got it j-just for me?"

She could hardly believe it. She had never received a gift like this before, she hadn't ever received a gift period.

Zenki nodded, moving forward, and handed it to her as happy tears rolled down her face. He mad sure to remove his demonic essence from the crucifix before giving it to her, so she didn't get into trouble with the Church, Zenki was very careful when it came to things like this.

"Yes, you said God might be displeased that you broke your previous one, so I got one that cannot be broken so easily. God won't be disappointed now, right? Even if it came from me, God wouldn't mind, correct?"

"Of course! God would be pleased by helping me! I-It is very beautiful Zenki-san! Thank you!"

Asia crossed the distance, and gave him a hug.

He gasped as her arms went around him, his heart smashing against his chest as his face heated up to a point where larva would be cold. His face made Rias' hair very jealous with the redness it displayed, even Asia's face matched his own.

He returned the hug, wincing as he felt two crosses against him, her broken one, and the new one she received from him. But he endured the pain, rubbing her back gently, hoping that no one from the Church was witnessing it right now, but he couldn't sense anyone. However, he felt like someone was watching him, though he couldn't put his finger on it.

"I-I'm glad you like it, Asia-san."

He said with a smile, wishing this could last forever…


At an unspecified time later, Zenki strolled down the corridors of the castle he lives in. passing by some servants of the Astaroth clan, he bowed his head respectfully, heading for his bedroom. Since he knew that Kuroka and the others weren't going to be around today, going to the pool for some fun, he was left alone and he didn't have anything to do, at least that wasn't too pressing.

He walked into his bedroom, making it within two minutes of entering the castle, he saw a curious sight on the bed.

He saw that Akeno was on his bed, and she looked…depressed.

Her eyes were puffy and red, raw from rubbing them no doubt. She was in a knee to the chest position, hugging her legs. Her face looked as if she had been crying, it was tear stained, and that face wasn't something that belonged on Akeno.

"Akeno-chan, what happened?"

He immediately became concerned, and rushed to her side. As he was about to touch her comfortingly, she pulled away from him, as if she didn't want to be touched, but he didn't know why.

Akeno looked at him, and he saw a stray tear in her eye.

"…Zenki-kun, you've come here…"

Her voice sounded distant, unlike that of Akeno.

She was always a cheerful girl, playful, very much so when it came to situations he found himself in with Kuroka, but right now, she was anything but her usual self. She looked depressed, lonely, and even a tad in despair.

"Well, this is my bedroom, so of course…" He paused seeing her tense expression. "Akeno-chan, what's happened? Has someone upset you? Please tell me."

His voice tried to reach her, reach whatever was inside of her that connected with him.

Akeno shuffled left and right on the bed, trying to focus her mind. But the thoughts of what Diodora had said to her before, were resurfacing and they weren't something that she wanted to remember, but knowing Zenki and seeing her like this, she didn't have a choice but to let it out.

"…Zenki-kun doesn't care that I'm a half breed, right?"

Hearing that, Zenki was more confused, but nodded regardless.

"Of course I don't. Why would you think I would?"

She shrugged her shoulders, but a look from Zenki made her feel like she could tell him, so she took in a deep breath.

"I…I came here, to see if Zenki-kun was free, as Rias is busy with her new Knight, you know how it is. But then I was met with Diodora-sama..."

"That scum? Don't tell me he upset you…"

Zenki could feel his anger raising, and he knew that it would be something Diodora did. He lived to hurt other people, and when it was someone close to Zenki, he wasn't going to take it. But first, he needed to know what was said, so he could deliver some punishment to Diodora.

Akeno's wings suddenly came out. A black feathery wing, a Fallen Angels wing at that. she grabbed some of the feathers as if she was disgusted by them, plucking them off her wings as she spoke with a hollow voice.

"While hating these feathers of mine…he brought up many difficult things…saying that I should know my place, that a High-Class Devil wouldn't bother speaking to me…I am a filthy half breed that should go extinct, and my existence is disgusting. I, don't have a place…near anyone, because of these…feathers of mine…my dirty blood that is a mix of Fallen Angel and human…"

"Did he now?"

Though his voice was level, Zenki was very pissed right now…no, he was outraged right now. His anger was raising by each word Akeno said, that Diodora had said to her, and was remembering if his Father was around, then remembered he wasn't, so a small smirk appeared on his face briefly.

"Zenki-kun…these feathers, you dislike them, don't you?"

Zenki moved closer to Akeno, stopping her from plucking her own feathers out, gently linking hands with her.

"Silly, of course I don't. You're a half Fallen Angel, that's fine with me. Heck, I know Kuroka-tan and Koneko-tan, both Nekoshou's. Being a different race to me doesn't matter to me. Dildodora is just an arrogant prick that likes to belittle others so he can make himself feel important. But he's stepped out of line this time. Don't worry Akeno-chan, I won't allow that cunt to get away with the words he has said to you."

He spoke darkly, his voice betraying the venom he held for Diodora right now. It was a high venom that he held for Diodora and envisioned what he was going to do to Diodora, and how badly he was going to make it hurt.

"B-But Zenki-kun could get into trouble for someone worthless like me…"

"Hey…" He began brushing her face gently ridding the tears from her eyes. "You're not worthless to me. You're Akeno-chan, and no one else I know can make me squirm as much as you, besides Kuroka-tan so please don't ever team up with her to tease me, I might die."

He spoke seriously at the end. he couldn't imagine those two going after him. Any straight man would surrender everything to only one of them, but together, it was going to be completely impossible.

Akeno sniffled with a laugh, her eyes brightening up.

"T-To say such things…"

"Well, did you expect me to say I hate you? Because I don't. I don't hate anyone, besides Dildodora and some other people. But you're definitely in my plus column and I won't allow him to throw his weight around against people that are my friends. He wants to pick on you, I'll just have to pick on him. And the way that I am going to pick on him is a very dangerous way to pick on him. Little bastard won't know what's hit him by the time I'm through with him."

"But…won't Zenki-kun get into trouble for doing something like…"

Akeno was troubled. Even though she found it very sweet of him, she didn't want him to get into trouble for her. It was the last thing that she wanted for him. She only wanted to have some fun with him and when Diodora said those things, she felt terrible and she feels guilty now that Zenki could get into trouble for her.

"Don't worry, I've got a lot of dirt on him, if he tries to tell anyone, then I will just tell everyone his dirty laundry, so to speak. Don't worry, I won't be in trouble. Tou-chan isn't here, and I will just have to instil the fear of me into his being. Now, let's go and have a nice chat with Dildodora, and show him why it is not okay for him to try and be nasty to someone that I know…"

He then went to Akeno, and hugged her tightly.

Akeno went to resist, but then she felt something…comfort.

She felt comfort in the embrace of Zenki, and all of the sadness she felt seemed to melt away. She couldn't feel anything other than, relaxation and warmth. Zenki, always made her feel like she wasn't disgusting. By a single hug, all of her troubles melted away.

"Don't worry Akeno-chan, I will definitely hug you whenever you feel sad, so don't be worried."

She instantly believed his words, sinking against his chest as a moan came to her throat, escaping her lips.


"Hey Dildodora!"

Zenki walked into his bedroom as anger was present on his face. Akeno trailed behind him as Diodora himself looked at him with a pissed expression.

"Don't call me Dildodora!"

"Sorry, I shall just beat you then you little worm! Thinking you can pick on my friends do you!?"

BANG!

"Gwaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!"

In the blink of an eye, Zenki slammed his fist into Diodora's face, crossing the distance so fast that even his Knight didn't see his movements. Akeno was impressed with the level of speed, having never seen Zenki be serious before.

Diodora's face bent around Zenki's fist, his nose twisting to an odd shape, but not breaking. Blood leaked from his mouth as Zenki's powerful fist sent him backwards like a bullet. His body headed for the window, Zenki using his demonic power to open the window before his body hit it, his body flying out of the window.

Diodora's body smashed against the ground a few times, leaving dents and other things as well. eventally, he found himself crashing through the forest by their castle, smashing through several trees, before stopping at a single tree, which cracked when hitting it, and he fell to the floor while crying from the hit he received from Zenki.

"D-Diodora-sama!"

"N-No!"

Zenki noticed the movements of his pieces, but he increased his aura, causing them to back down. They didn't move under the intense power he leaked. They went to the corner and sat down by the order of Zenki's eyes, him nodding at them as he walked towards the window slowly.

Akeno adopted a small blush seeing his serious face, and even his powerful aura as well.

"Ara ara, what a bad boy he is. Using such strong aura to subdue those girls…fufufu, could he subdue me like this? I've never seen him so serious, and just for me? How cute, he's truly adorable, I really think Zenki-kun could make me happy sometimes."

She thought this to herself as Zenki revealed his Devil wings.

"Time to face the trash."

Said the green haired boy as he flew out of the window. Akeno followed, wanting to see what he was going to do. The pieces of Diodora's daren't move, they wouldn't move, they couldn't move. They were worried about what would happen if they did. Zenki wouldn't actually hurt them unless they attacked, and even then it would only to be to subdue them.

Zenki flew through the sky and landed near Diodora after half a minute of travelling. Akeno landed a fair distance away, watching what was going to happen.

Diodora's bloody face looked at Zenki, fear etched into his eyes, and rage as well.

"W-What the fuck do you think you're doing!?"

"I think I'm attacking you, you asshat."

Zenki calmly replied as he readied his fist.

Diodora cowered and gathered demonic power in his hands.

"W-What are you attacking me for!?"

"Because you think it is okay to throw your weight around and belittle someone else to make yourself feel better!? Calling Akeno-chan a half breed filth, did you not expect me to get pissed off by this!? Insulting a friend of mine, to such a degree when you already know she has issues with her past and heritage, do you think it is accepted you fucking dickhead!?"

"F-Fuck you!"

Diodora swore and fired a demonic power block at Zenki.

Zenki rolled his hands and allowed the Kankura Formula to appear in his hand, taking control of it, but rather than blasting it at Diodora, he blasted it away from him, creating a crater in the ground with Diodora's own power.

Seeing that Zenki had essentially deflected his demonic power, Diodora gasped, and saw the stone cold look in Zenki's eyes, flinching as he moved forward.

"S-Stay away from me!"

Diodora got up and threw a meagre punch at Zenki, who dodged it and landed a punch to the stomach of Diodora. Diodora coughed up bile, and was sent to the ground, tearing apart the very earth around them, fracturing it.

"I won't stay away from you, because I've had enough of you. You've been getting on my last nerve for a while now. Going towards Asia-san, calling my peerage slurring names, and even now attacking someone verbally that isn't even a member of the Astaroth family? Do you want our families name to be dragged through the mood with your idiotic actions!?"

"Y-You can fuck off! So fuck you!"

Diodora said as he released a demonic bullet at Zenki's face.

He caught the bullet just before it was going to touch him, holding it in his hand as Diodora became a little nervous.

"No, fuck you Diodora!"

Zenki threw the bullet right back at Diodora. He wasn't fast enough to dodge it, nailing him in the stomach and blasting him away, backwards. His body crashed through some trees, coughing up bile and smashed himself upon a tree, falling to the ground with a thudding sound.

Diodora coughed up things from his stomach and he looks up, fear lacing his eyes.

"W-What the fuck do you think you're doing!? You'll also be in trouble!"

"Yeah? And what will happen to you when your dirty little secrets are revealed huh? What about trying to corrupt a member of the Church away and straining the Factions more than it already is!? Think Dildodora, who is going to be in more trouble between the two of us!? You're a pathetic shit that gets off on hurting people! Then, why don't you feel pain for a change, like the pain you inflict on others!"

BANG!

"Gwuaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! You broke my noooooooooooooooooooooooooose!"

Diodora cried out with tears flowing from his nose as Zenki delivered a devastating punch with just his strength, no demonic power involved. He rolled on the ground and held his face, blood pouring from his nose.

"Tch, if your nose was broken, you'd know about it, you idiot. The best it is, is damaged. Learn to read such activities with your own body, I've had my nose broken before by Sai-tan. Yours isn't broken, I can tell with a single glance. You don't even know the meaning of pain, because you never try to do anything like train. It is a shame that the Astaroth are being dragged down by you."

Said Zenki as he readied himself again.

Diodora stepped upwards, returning to his feet and created countless demonic bullets in the air.

"Hahahahahah! Then is this my chance to kill you!? I don't mind, it can be an accident, can't it!?"

Diodora placed his hands out in front of him, and the demonic bullets readied themselves to fire at the younger Astaroth. But unlike the crazed face Diodora made, Zenki was completely calm, and didn't show any emotions other than rage and only that was in his eyes.

"Yeah, it can. But you won't even touch me. The difference between you and me is, I don't rely on talent. I train my body daily, I train my demonic powers. All you do is stain this world with your existence, and hurt people dear to me. So, why don't you show me what you got, because I can promise my power is going to be more than enough to deal with you!"

Zenki declared, his anger being on the being in front of him, his eyes displaying how angry he was with the Devil before him.

"Dieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!"

Diodora howled and fired the bullets at Zenki, all of them being quite strong for a Devil Diodora's age. Zenki could tell it was stronger than Rias' power and even Sona's, but compared to Sairaorg, the demonic power Diodora fired didn't compare to a fist from his best friend.

"Is this it? Sai-tan hits better than this!"

Zenki gathered demonic power in his hand that formed an orb shape. It twisted and bent in his hand, turning into a big sphere. It was half the size of Zenki, and the beautiful green colour could be seen clearly, so Zenki took this opportunity to shoot this off.

"W-What!?"

Diodora was caught in surprise as Zenki's demonic power annihilated Diodora's bullets of demonic power. each of them broke apart in the sphere Zenki made. None of them could beat it, Diodora's face falling into despair at the sight.

Once his demonic powered bullets were destroyed, the sphere disappeared by Zenki's own will, theboys eyes setting onto Diodora's own eyes, despair and fear etched into Diodora's very soul, again being reminded of the difference between their powers.

"I've told you time and again that upsetting me is a bad idea."

Said Zenki as he strolled forward very menacingly. Akeno from afar was becoming more and more hot, seeing Zenki essentially defend her honour, and in his own way, getting payback for what Diodora had done before.

"F-Fuck off away from me!"

Diodora placed his hands out, and created a thick wall of aura.

Zenki tilted his head to the side.

"Is this supposed to stop me?"

"Y-You cocky punk! I won't lose to you, ever!"

Diodora spat out hatefully, so Zenki concentrated his demonic power into his left hand. It built up more and more, Diodora looking at it with some fear. Even he could sense the strong grade of demonic power.

Diodora took a step back as Zenki finished, raising his hand up.

"Don't ever make Akeno-chan cry again, you dick."

A horrible sound rang out as Zenki thrusted his hand through Diodora's wall of aura, and pierced Diodora's body straight. It didn't leave a hole in his chest, but many cuts appeared from the place Zenki struck with his hand.

Blood gushed out from the cuts, and even from his mouth as he fell to the ground in absolute pain. Tears leaked from his eyes, hitting the ground like raindrops. He felt like he was going to die right now. He was afraid for his own death. He could only see his death at the hands of his younger nephew, becoming more and more afraid by the second.

Zenki strolled forward and grabbed Diodora by his shirt, lifting him off the ground, standing tall with Diodora in his grasp.

"Diodora-nii-chan, you've been a bad boy, you know? Hurting my friends, trying to target Asia-san. That's a very bad thing to do. I am not pleased with you, you understand? You even made Akeno-chan cry, and that's not allowed. Akeno-chan does not cry in my presence, yet you made her shed tears with your racism. You're scum, not her. You called her these names, and you're going to apologize to her, aren't you?"

"Fuck you!"

Didora spat at Zenki, some hitting his face.

A cold glare entered Zenki's eyes as he wiped his face with his sleeve.

"Bad!"

BANG!

"Gwah!"

Diodora coughed up blood, when Zenki embedded his fist into his stomach. Diodora felt like he was going to break. He couldn't last much longer, his eyes were leaking too many tears, he was truly afraid that his life was going to be taken right now.

"Now Diodora-nii, you're going to apologize, aren't you?" Zenki raised his fingers into a gun position and held it to Diodora's forehead, demonic power dancing at the tip of his fingers. "If you don't, I will blow your fucking brains out, what's inside that skull of yours anyway. I won't tolerate you being evil anymore to my cherished friends. And if you're thinking "He won't really, he will get into trouble as well!" just remember that I am my Otou-sama's son, I am intelligent, I can make your body disappear, and any evidence as well. So, I suggest you start redeeming yourself and apologize to Akeno-chan for your words."

Diodora wasn't sure if Zenki was lying or not. But his tone was so cold that he was shocked that it was actually Zenki that was threatening him and showing such eyes right now, even the tone wasn't like Zenki, but he had pushed Zenki too far with what he had been doing.

"Okay! Okay! Please don't kill me! I'll apologize! Please just don't hurt me anymore! I'm in fucking pain here! Please don't kill me!"

Zenki smiled softly, petting Diodora's head.

"Good boy. Now let's apologize to Akeno-chan!"

He cheered and walked all the way to Akeno.

Standing before her, he grabbed Diodora by the back of the collar, held him up so he bloodied face was eye to eye with Akeno, tears flowing from his eyes, especially after Zenki placed his fingers in a gun shape by his head, demonic power dancing at the tips of his pointed fingers.

Akeno was surprised that Zenki didn't have a mark on him, a testament to the training he did.

"Now Dildodora, what do we say?"

Diodora grumbled something out that Zenki couldn't hear, but by the displeased face he made, he could assume that it wasn't a good thing he said.

Zenki applied pressure to Diodora's forehead with his fingers, lightly burning the skin with his demonic power, causing pain to come to him, more and more sobs escaping his lips as tears flowed down his face.

"O-Okay! I'm sorry! Please stop!"

Zenki pulled his fingers away, but showed an annoyed face.

"What are you sorry for specifically!?"

Zenki yelled, scaring Diodora immensely.

"I-I'm sorry for calling you a half breed Fallen Angel! I am sorry for calling you names!"

"And!?"

"I'll never do it again!"

Sobbed Diodora as Zenki smirked, Akeno becoming a little flushed at the intense face Zenki could make, and how dominating he could be.

"What else!?"

Zenki demanded from Diodora as he broke into more despair filled sobbing.

"I-I'll pay you compensation! T-Twenty thousand yen a day!"

"For how long!?"

"O-One whole week!"

Zenki cast his cold eyes to him as he dropped Diodora to the ground. The boy sobbed his heart out, pain in his body from the attacks he received from Zenki.

"Good…" Zenki smiled adopting his usual face. But there was a hint of anger in his eyes, as he bent down to Diodora's level. "Now listen to me and listen well." Zenki got Diodora's attention, glaring directly at him. "If you ever think about making Akeno-chan or anyone that I care about cry again, this will be a lovely daydream compared to the nightmare I will put you through. Do you understand me?"

"Y-Yes!"

Diodora was too frightened to do anything but agree with the boy. He was too in pain to do anything, his face hurt among other things.

"Good, and also, think about telling anyone of this, and I shall be making your life very difficult. Remember, I have many things on you that you don't want to be made public. You don't have anything on me, because unlike you, I don't do disgusting acts, unless they are to you of course. So, are we going to be obedient and start acting like a very good distinguished member of the Astaroth clan?"

Diodora cried, nodding his head so fast that Zenki was surprised it didn't snap off.

"Y-Yes…I-I promise, I really do…"

"Good Dildodora. You can teach a bitch new tricks." Zenki took out a vial of Phoenix Tears that he had acquired from Ravel herself, throwing it to Diodora's feet. "There. Heal yourself. Unlike you, I hate causing pain. I do not like beating you…okay, maybe I do a little. But hurting people like this makes me feel disgusted with myself. You might get off on pain, but I hate it, and only cause it when it necessary. So heal yourself and be a good member of the Astaroth clan. Do not fail me now, Dildodora or I will be back, and next time I won't be so nice."

With that, Zenki walked off towards Akeno as the blubbering Diodora took the vial of Tears, healing himself with it, fixing what he needed to be fixed with the beating he got, his anger becoming more and more apparent as Zenki made it to Akeno, softening his expression for the girl.

Akeno herself was very impressed with the boy, giving him a hug straight away. He returned the hug, petting the back of her head.

"Ara ara, to think that Zenki-kun is such a naughty boy like this? You surely know how to make a girl feel very hot between her breasts, don't you? Fufufu, such a bad boy you are. I haven't ever seen Zenki-kun's super serious side, it made me feel hot~"

Akeno sang out as a shiver went down her spine.

"Well, I'm only this cruel when I need to be. I make it a point in life to not be like this, because I do not like being this angry. I do not like causing pain, but sometimes it is necessary to cause this kind of pain. Maybe he'll listen…though if it is Diodora-nii, he won't learn from this."

Akeno smiled beautifully, latching onto him as she rubbed her face against his own. Zenki blushed, pulling away from her, but she didn't let him, keeping his and her face together, her delicate fingers running themselves across his face.

"Ara ara, Zenki-kun~ Do you know that when a boy does this for a girl, she'll have to become a little serious."

"Serious in what?"

His innocence made Akeno giggle ever so slightly.

"Come with me Zenki-kun, I want to show you my appreciation for defending my honour."

Zenki had no choice but to obey her, following after her. But he stopped for a second and pointed at Diodora.

"I'll be back tomorrow for the forty thousand yen."

Diodora's face dropped instantly.

"F-Forty thousand yen!? We agreed twenty thousand, didn't we!?"

Zenki shrugged his shoulders uncaringly.

"I doubled it. So, I'll be back tomorrow for the now eighty thousand yen for Akeno-chan here, each day for a whole week, or remember what could happen to you."

He doubled it again, Diodora having no choice but to submit right now.

So, with that in mind, Zenki disappeared with Akeno.


The place Zenki ended up was his own bedroom, Akeno having a serious look on her face.

"A-Akeno-chan…"

He rasped out as Akeno ran a hand through her hair, undoing her ponytail. Her long glorious hair fell down, spreading around her back. Zenki felt his heart skip a beat at the sight before him, he couldn't think of anything other than the girl that was right in front of him right now.

Akeno adopted a pout as she moved closer to him.

"Mouuu, Zenki-kun always adds 'chan' to my name, instead of 'tan' like the others. I thought that adding 'tan' to a name means you really like them."

"I-I do, I'm sorry…I thought you preferred 'chan'."

Akeno giggled slightly and gently pushed Zenki down onto the bed.

He watched with wide eyes as Akeno got onto the bed as well, her surprisingly big breasts fell onto his arm, covering it with her warm bosom, an innocent look appearing on her face, a cute expression flooding her mind.

"Zenki-kun, you did all that for me, right?"

"O-Of course, I won't allow him to say such things against you. I wouldn't ever allow him to hurt you like that."

He spoke honestly, showing that he wasn't messing around.

Akeno found comfort in that, embracing the boy with her arms, snuggling against his shoulder.

"…For a little while, can you embrace me, like you do with Kuroka-chan, Koneko-chan and Ravel-chan? Though I'm not on your peerage, can you treat me with kindness as well? I…I would love to be apart of your peerage. Not to say Rias isn't great, but I do love being in Zenki-kun's protective embrace more. There are certain things a man can do for a woman that a woman couldn't do for another woman, unless lesbian which I'm not. But even with Zenki-kun's small frame, I feel the best when he's standing beside me. Because I know that Zenki-kun always will treat me with kindness, and he would never not protect me."

Hearing her honesty, and her vulnerability, Zenki grasped one of Akeno's hands, holding it softly, using a single finger to run it up and down her hand soothingly, breezing his eyes through her form, taking in the vulnerable Akeno, and found her very beautiful.

"Akeno-tan…" Akeno felt her heart beating faster at the change of honorifics, knowing what it meant to Zenki personally. "…if you're okay with me, I will embrace you as long as you need, and even if you aren't on my peerage, I will always protect you. Do not worry, you're one of my friends, and no one is going to hurt you, I promise."

The sweet sounds of the Devil boy relaxed Akeno even more, moaning as Zenki wrapped his arm around her, pulling her closer to his body.

"Whenever I'm with Zenki-kun, I feel so much better."

"Hehe, that's a nice thing to know. Akeno-tan, as I said, even if you aren't on my peerage, I shall definitely keep you safe."

"Fufufu, you're a real lady killer, aren't you?"

Akeno teased as the clueless Zenki tipped his head to the side.

"Huh?"

Akeno shook her head, lightly petting his face.

"It doesn't matter now Zenki-kun, continue to embrace me with the body of a man, okay?"

"S-Sure, definitely."

Akeno became content, and closed her eyes as Zenki merely looked at her, stroking her hair. Soon, Akeno fell asleep, while Zenki laid awake. Even though there were something's he needed to do, they didn't seem to matter right now. All that did was Akeno, and that was fine with him.


"W-Wow, Zenki-san saved me again."

Asia said as she watched Zenki dispatch another Stray Devil that was coming for her.

It had been two months now since she had met Zenki, and she could say with confidence that Zenki was very kind. Even though she still believed he was an Angel, that didn't seem to matter much anymore. she barely even noticed that he was an 'Angel' anymore.

He was her protector, and he wasn't ever going to stop.

Zenki wiped his brow, dripping with sweat.

"Phew, what a thing, huh." He muttered, turning around to meet the face of Asia. "Hehehe, it seems that you and I have more and more encounters with one another, huh."

"Y-Yes! It does seem like that Zenki-san!" Asia cheered happily, putting her hands together. "Zenki-san is very kind, protecting me from these naughty Devil-sans. B-But, they are very strong, Zenki-san keeps getting wounded…y-yet, you won't allow me to heal you…"

Asia didn't like that she couldn't heal him, as she saw numerous cuts, bruises and other marks on his body. He had even dislocated a shoulder in the past, defending Asia. Yet, each and every time he did get injured, she tried to help him, but he wouldn't allow her. To him, they were wounds with pride, protecting the girl he had feelings for, even if he didn't understand them.

But Zenki didn't care. If he could defend Asia, getting injured as fine. He was fine with even being beaten down. As long as he could see her face, and hear her angelic voice, that was more than enough for him. He'd happily get beaten if Asia just said "Hello!" to him.

Even if it sounded illogical, which it was, and Zenki wouldn't deny that, it felt right to him. If Asia was safe, then he was happy, and that was all there was too it.

"I-It's fine Asia-san! I am perfectly okay!"

Even though he said it with a cheer, he winced as he felt his arm being sore, having taken a full on punch from someone that was very strong, feeling as if he had fractured something, but he didn't care at all, he didn't want to alarm Asia.

Asia wasn't pleased and wanted to heal him, but he wouldn't let her close enough.

Zenki then showed a smile, and clicked his fingers together.

"Ooh, Asia-san. I have something for you." He recalled as Asia leaned in expectation. He clicked his fingers again, and a simple cheeseburger appeared there, inside of a wrapper, and a container containing cola for her. "I remember you said that you wished to have a cheeseburger once, so I went to get you one!"

Thoigh to most it wouldn't be something to write home about, to Asia it was a huge deal.

"T-This is…Zenki-san is too kind!"

Asia rejoiced and inched closer.

He smiled and handed it to her, even the cola.

"There's a drink of coke inside there as well, I thought that you might need something to, as people say, wash it down with."

Asia blinked in perplexity, regarding the drink with doubt.

"Coke…? Z-Zenki-san, I didn't know you promoted drug use. I-I'm sorry, but I do not take drugs. It would be against the Lord's wishes. E-Even an Angel should know this, yes?"

"Drug use…" He began, puzzled. But then he saw what she was thinking, putting his hands up. "N-No! it isn't anything related to drugs! It is a drink! It is a fizzy drink! N-Nothing to do with drugs! Trust me Asia-san, I don't promote drugs! S-See!" He took the drink and took a swig of it, opening it to show Asia the black liquid. "T-This is a normal drink! Y-You can have this, right? A-As a nun, it isn't against…the rules, right? A-And how do you even know that coke is a slang for cocaine anyway…?"

Zenki wasn't sure what nuns could do, if he was honest with himself and he was shocked that Asia even knew slang like that.

Asia showed a smile.

"Y-Yes, it is okay Zenki-san! T-Thank you! And I don't know, I remember hearing about it before!"

Asia unwrapped the cheeseburger, and stared at it.

Zenki watched as puzzlement crept onto her face, so Zenki moved forward and showed her how to eat the burger, without taking the actual burger off her, using his hands to make an opening to appear as if there was something there.

"See, you eat it like this. Use your hands and just bite down."

"Ooh my!" The astonishment working its way onto Asia's face made her look absolutely adorable in his eyes. "There's actually a way to eat like that!? T-Then, I shall also eat the traditional way of eating a cheeseburger!"

Like discovering a new way of existing, Asia bit down on the burger with tears of joy leaking from her eyes. The food entered her mouth, and she felt completely good. The warmth of the burger excited her, and the face she made excited Zenki, in a way that was like watching someone discover something for the first time, pure amusement and joy entering his heart at the wonderful sight.

He could watch her all day, fascinated by everything Asia did, and how new to the world she was. It was very mesmerizing, enchanting, it was something he had never come across before. He was seeing something for the first time, people took for granted, and had a new appreciation for the things he found mundane in his own life.

"Are you enjoying it, Asia-san?"

"Yes, it is wondrous!"

Asia agreed loudly, proclaiming proudly.

Zenki chuckled slightly.

"Erm…Asia-san, you know…erm, can I ask you something?"

"Y-Yes?"

Asia questioned back, Zenki taking in a deep breath, coughing.

"Erm…Asia-san, can I ask you…erm, did you…I mean…let's see…do you, like being a nun Asia-san?"

He wasn't sure if he should ask, but he wanted to genuinely know if she was happy with her life.

"Y-Yes! I love being a nun!" She said it happily, but then she recoiled. "B-But…"

"Yes? But what?"

Zenki pondered for an answer.

Asia leaned against a tree, and showed a sad smile.

"I, sometimes wish I could…be normal. I have seen before, people playing games together. I have heard how people talk on the phone a lot, and even pick flowers with people they call 'friend'. Even buying books at a bookstore would be okay. I…I wish I could do the same. We could…I would like to have a friend…not many people talk to me because I am the 'Holy Maiden'…b-but, it is a good life! I am able to help people everyday!"

Zenki adopted a small smile towards the young girl, and bent down.

Asia followed with her eyes, and saw a flower on the ground, growing up from the small blanket of snow. He picked the flower, a bright yellow flower and several pink flowers around it as well, picking them until they became a bouquet, and presented them to Asia.

Asia's bottom lip trembled as she took the bouquet, holding it to her chest as some water threatened to escape her eyes.

"I might not be the best choice for a friend, I might seem strange, I have weird quirks like having to make sure every detail is spot on and I have a thing for small baby animals that you can't tell anyone about as it is embarrassing, but we can do what you said. We can play games together, anything you want. We can pick flowers together of all kinds and have a flower show with just the two of us. I don't know what the Churches take is on phones, but we could make a phone on a string from your room to outside and talk that way. I could bring you any books that you wished for and even books that you don't know about to give you some more great works of literature. And I don't know about you, but these past months have been fun for me. We could…we are friends, aren't we Asia-san?"

Asia's eyes leaked some tears of happiness. Her body trembled with excitement, and she showed such a dazzling smile that it made Zenki well up with tears as well, just seeing how beautiful the smile truly was, and how she reacted, unintentionally (or maybe not?) falling deeper in love with her.

"I-I'm not very good at talking…"

She said shyly, poking her fingers together.

"Hehehe~ That's okay, I sometimes talk too much~ We can balance one another out~"

Zenki replied while smiling, causing Asia to do the same.

"I'm…I might not understand many things about the world…"

She gained more confidence, as Zenki chuckled slightly.

"That's fine, I understand quite a few things! We could understand more things together!"

His reply made Asia gain more confidence.

"…And if the friend is Zenki-san then I don't have any objections…"

"Hehe~ What about if I wasn't an Angel~? What if I was, a Devil huh~?"

Though he pretended that he wasn't really bothered either way and passed it off in a joking manner, he truly did want to know what her thoughts were on Devils and what she thought of him being a Devil.

He knew it was wrong, meeting and greeting a nun like this. Befriending one was even worse. But he couldn't help himself. He couldn't help but want to stand with this nun. He wanted her to be happy, to have friends and do whatever she wanted. Even if he wasn't a part of that, he wanted her to be happy.

Asia giggled cutely.

"Even if Zenki-san was a Devil, that would be fine with me. Zenki-san isn't a bad person. Devil, Angel, or anything else wouldn't matter to me. Because even if Zenki-san was a Devil, Zenki-san gets injured protecting me. No bad person would do that, so Zenki-san can be anything and it would be the same to me."

Hearing that made him cry.

Happy tears flowed down his face, the kindness Asia displayed being too much for him. He wasn't sure how to handle such a thing.

"Thank you, Asia-san. You don't know how much that means to me."

He wiped his eyes gently at his own thoughts and Asia as well, as Asia smiled beautifully, a true friendship between Devil and human being born on that day.


In a white room, sat a beautiful young woman. She had long blonde flowing hair, and had bright green sparking eyes. Innocence was on this girls face, as white robes decorated her more than modest form. She had very big sized breasts. It was hard to determine how big they were under the robes, but it would bring most men down to their knees. Bright white wings erupted from her back, white feathery bird type wings that only enhanced the beauty of this woman.

This woman was looking down at what appeared to be a bowl of water, but inside of it was an image of Zenki and Asia, talking with one another, playing with one another, laughing together with one another, and it brought a smile to this woman's face.

"Gabriel." A man entered, looking like the female, only a male this time. Besides gender, they looked exactly alike, though his hair wasn't as long as hers, but it was still quite long for a male. "What are you doing right now?"

The newly named Gabriel pointed down towards the pond, to see Zenki and Asia laughing together.

"I've been watching the interactions between this Devil-san and the Holy Maiden Asia-san."

"A Devil and a Holy Maiden, together."

Astonishment worked its way onto the young mans face, as Gabriel nodded.

"Yes, Onii-sama. The Devil-san and the Nun have been interacting for, two months now. Their interactions are very cute."

Though Gabriel spoke with a smile, the male wasn't as happy as her.

"For a Devil and a nun to be interacting, corrupting her-"

"It isn't like that." Gabriel began, collecting her thoughts. "The humans at the Church are currently unaware of his existence. And the nun named Asia-san doesn't know he is a Devil. Actually, believe it or not, but Zenki-san there is actually passing himself off as an Angel."

"An Angel?" The young man mused. "Why would he be doing that?"

Gabriel cleared her throat, and explained.

"From what I have found out, Zenki-san there has been protecting Asia-san from Stray Devils for a few months now. Though it is unprecedented that a Devil and a Nun should be interacting, the Nun isn't any the wiser that she is conversing with a Devil, and the Devil is passing himself off as an Angel, because he wishes to keep her faith, to keep her pure and clean as well. He doesn't want her to be excommunicated from the Church and is keeping his identity a secret. I only happened to find their activities by chance when I was in the area when I was attempting to understand why Stray Devils had been appearing in the forest by the Church where Asia-san is located would be and then suddenly had a massive decrease, but now I know. Do you recall? It was the mission you sent me on personally due to the complexity of the nature of this sudden disappearance."

"Yes, I recall this, Gabriel."

The man agreed, so Gabriel continued.

"I was going to do something to protect the young nun myself, but Zenki-san stepped in and stopped it himself before I had a chance to move. He's quite the nice young man and I am talking about people in general, not just Devils. He is actually strengthening her faith in God. Her belief is very high, Onii-sama and I believe that is due in part to having this young Devil-san in her life. She looks happy, more so than she did in her previous time. Fufufu, even though it hasn't happened before, a Devil has fallen in love with a pure Nun, and I believe the feelings are more than mutual. It is sad, that they won't be able to share their love, but Onii-sama, I don't see any harm in allowing them to be friends."

Catching her elder brother's unsure face at the end, she reassured him that nothing was happening between them, and Zenki wasn't trying to corrupt Asia. If anything, Gabriel believed that Zenki was doing something amazing by protecting Asia while keeping his identity a secret. She found it admirable.

"Even then, for a Nun and a Devil to become friends…"

The Arch Angel wasn't so sure on it. Even with the words of his younger sister, he wasn't sure what to believe at this point in time. He believed in Gabriel, but he had many things to consider, and how it could corrupt more followers if this would be allowed to continue.

Sensing her elder brothers hesitance, Gabriel reassured him again.

"Onii-sama, this is the peace we hope to achieve one day. Together, these young children have shown that peace is possible. Between the Devils Faction and the Churches Faction, they have become friends, despite their differences. And I even heard that if Asia-san found out that Zenki-san was a Devil, her opinion of him wouldn't change. If it is the balance of the followers you are concerned about, Zenki-san seems to have the same opinion, that is why he is keeping his Devil self a secret. I didn't expect it, but even among Devil-sans, it seems that the children are our future, we should learn from these young children and one day hold hands together with our Devil friends, and our Fallen Angel friends as well. If a young Devil, and a young follower of the Church can become friends, despite their differences, the adults, us, should be able to do the same."

The male listened to his sisters words intently, and could understand where she was coming from. Even he felt the same right now.

"Are you certain that this nun believes that this Devil-kun is an Angel?"

Gabriel gave a bright smile, nodding her head.

"Yes, I am certain of this fact. From my knowledge, she doesn't even suspect anything else. Zenki-san seems to be quite good at acting. But if there's anything that I know of, then this boy is what we hope to achieve in the future. A bridge between us Angels, and the Devil-sans down below. If he and she are the future of us elders, then we can happily allow them to be content that we have seen a future beyond war."

Gabriel's words convinced her elder brother, who allowed a small smile to appear, nodding his head.

"Okay. I understand your feelings. As long as the humans do not find out. If they do, then we'll have no choice but to excommunicate her because of reasons you are aware of. But for the time being, I do not see the harm in this myself. Fufufu, I wonder what kind of relationship these two young people can develop? I am interested as well. Gabriel, would you keep me informed about their relationship?"

"Of course Onii-sama. it would be my pleasure. I am pleasantly happy to discover what kind of relationship these pair can develop together. He seems very adamant with her protection. Even more so by asking her to not heal him, knowing it could get her into trouble. Though we Angels find ourselves watching these activities, it shouldn't cause harm, correct?"

Said Gabriel as a small amount of redness worked its way onto her cheeks, genuinely interested in what Zenki and Asia's future has to hold.

"You're correct in your words. But it is best we keep this between us."

"Of course, this could be our secret~"

The innocent Angel stuck out her tongue cutely, and watched more interactions between Zenki and Asia, finding herself quite drawn to the kindness of the Devil that is Zenki Astaroth, loving the feeling she felt in her heart right now.


Elsewhere, in the Underworld, a scowling Serafall sat, gritting her teeth angrily.

"Damn it, I feel like Gabriel is trying to come onto my Zenki-tan and steal him for herself…grrr, what is this feeling that has trapped my heart? That damn Angel, she's truly done this to me, she is the reason everything goes wrong in my life. That abusive Angel. But don't worry Zenki-tan! I will definitely protect you from the evilness of Gabriel!"

Serafall declared it as she raised her hands to the air. Sparkles went around her eyes, as if by magic. Drool then came from her mouth as she imagined Zenki (older) and her being together, some sexual noises coming from her like "Zenki-tan iyaaaa~" and "Naughty Zenki-tan! Touching Onee-sama like that!" in a deep sensual tone.

A little distance away, Sona and Rias looked at the Maou-sama with some fear.

"I-Is she okay?"

Rias questioned her friend, Sona becoming freaked and shrugged her shoulders.

"I-I am petrified to know that answer…it is better if we leave…"

"Y-Yes, let us…go."

Before they could move, Serafall adopted a small smirk, a sinister one, as she pulled out a hockey mask with dried 'blood' on it, and a dangerous looking knife.

"Kukuku, if Gabriel is truly trying to steal my Zenki-tan away, I think Sera Voorhees will have to come out of retirement. Even if only to give the Angel a fright, she cannot be allowed to corrupt my Zenki-tan with the evilness of her seriousness and her insane tendencies."

Rias became confused at the name, turning to the shivering Sona.

"S-Sera Voorhees? Who is tha-"

"We don't ever invoke that name Rias!" Sona shivered out, her eyes stained with fear. "S-Sera Voorhees is someone you don't want to meet. W-We should go before, she returns."

Together, Rias (who was confused) and Sona (who seemed petrified) ran out of the room, frightened of what the Maou-sama was going to do next.


Sat in a dark room, was Diodora Astaroth.

Around him, was the peerage members he had gained in the past. Though there weren't many, there was some that seemed to be, broken. They weren't making noises, they just stared for a long time. Even though they were very beautiful girls who should have some emotions on their faces, nothing was there.

It was a blank slate almost. It was quite disturbingly horrid actually. The poor girls seemed to flinch each time Diodora made a movement. Whether that was against them, or someone else, they weren't sure. It was just frightened to them, the only emotion that they did display.

Diodora himself seemed to holding up a picture of a young girl. Though the face was partly blocked on the left hand side, a single light in the room lit up half of the other side of the face from the Devil.

A disgusting smile appeared on Diodora's face.

"This girl, truly is special. A spirit of a holy maiden inside of her. I think I have fallen in love. She's too perfect for me. She's as close as you can get to pure. She's even the same as Asia-chan. That beautiful blonde hair, those piercing eyes that can turn any man on. What a treat she is."

He sneered out, but then he felt pain enter his face, from his nose.

He placed a finger to his nose, and he winced, remembering when Zenki bashed his face in, anger setting into his heart.

"After that beating he gave me, does he think that he can walk away with his life?"

"Diodora-sama-"

SLAP!

Diodora's back hand ricocheted off one of his Pawns faces, sending her to the ground.

"Did I say you could speak? You're my personal toy, do not think you can talk in my presence."

"S-Sorr-"

Again, his hand slapped her across the face, knocking her head into the ground. She winced, but didn't make a noise, not wanting to be hit again.

Diodora took a deep breath, collecting his gross intentions in his mind.

"Fucking Zenki, thinking he can get away with beating me. Hehehehe, he's going to be wishing that he was dead by the time I'm done with him. He won't stop me from getting my precious people. My adorable Asia, I shall attain you, and my new holy girl…my adorable Orleans Maiden, you're going to be mine as well."

He declared to himself, raising his fist strongly.

His servants around him daren't make a movement, or even a sound. They knew not to anger Diodora, or something would happen to them. They didn't want to be hit, they didn't want to be abused anymore.

Diodora's disgusting smile glared upon the girl he hit, then he remembered something.

"Kuku, after all this time, my plan is coming to fruition. First, I shall obtain the Maiden with the spirit of Orleans, then I shall set my sights on my adorable Asia-chan. After all this planning, my Maiden is coming to the destination. By the end of the week, I shall have my Maiden of Orleans and soon, Asia-chan as well."

While smiling dirtily, Diodora was sure he had made the best plan that he could, and he was going to honour it, no matter what.


End chapter!

So, some important events happened this chapter! Zenki's and Ajuka's strained relationship was addressed again, more of that in the future! There was even some much needed Zenki x Akeno moments this chapter, along with a preview to the beat down Zenki will definitely give Diodora in the future. Asia and Zenki also had some development at the end as well as Gabriel being introduced! But Diodora has that plan going on, what's he going to be doing now? And if anyone knows who Diodora is talking about, knows who is going to be introduced next chapter!

From reading the reviews, I can see quite some Zenki x Akeno love out there, and I quite agree as well. They would be quite awesome together. And I did have quite some compelling arguments for Issei and Rias, and I do agree with that. Out of everyone from canon harem, Rias is the one he does do a hell of a lot for and I think we all can agree on that.

So, without anything else to say, until next time and thank you for reading!

Zenki; Asia, Koneko, Kuroka, Jeanne, Valerie, Xenovia, Serafall, Ravel, Irina, Sona, Ophis, Le Fay, Kunou, Akeno.

Issei; Aika, Tsubasa, Kiyome, Isabela, Rossweisse, Gasper (fem), Raynare, Rias.

Zenki's Peerage

Queen; Valerie.

Rooks; Koneko, Xenovia.

Bishops; Asia, Ravel.

Knights; Jeanne, Irina.

Pawns; Kuroka (5 pieces) Le Fay (2 pieces) Kunou (1 mutation piece)

Rias Peerage

Queen; Akeno.

Rooks; Aika, Rossweisse.

Bishops; Gasper (two pieces)

Knights; Kiba, Raynare.

Pawns; Issei (8 pieces)