Spring Break is officially over, and I'm ready to post another chapter of Magical Devils. I can tell you right now that we are only 2 chapters away from the end of Season 2, including this one!
Also, I have an important announcement to make regarding Gasper's heritage. I'll make that announcement at the end of this chapter, in which your opinions are very important. First of all, let's take a look at this Quickie Quiz and its answers.
1. Yuuko and Hideyoshi Kinoshita
2. Miyu Oohara and Kuzuha Minamoto (Based on Myuu Ousawa and Kuzuha Doumoto from Hagure Yuusha no Estetica)
Ayaka Saito (Based on Ayaka Sajyou from the Fate/ Prototype)
Lisa Grenry, Cule Zela and Iria Masamune (Based on Lisara Restall, Cule Zeria and Iria Fukumune from Dakara Boku wa H ga Dekinai?)
Shizuka Nomata, Saeko Saijima and Rei Yamamoto (Based on Shizuka Marikawa, Saeko Busujima and Rei Miyamoto from Highschool of the Dead)
3. PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) Day
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First of all, to staplesdex2, while you are right as her last name is Busujima, the last name for Saeko in this story is Saejima. I'm doing that for a reason. To enigma95, SupernalGodzilla, and redclaw39, it's actually Yuuko, not Yuki. That's why I didn't give you credit on that one.
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Complete with references from Diablo and the H-anime Evil Woman Executive. For now, let's go to our next episode of Magical Devils.
Magical Devils
Chapter 19/Season 2 – Episode 8: This Junior is Mine!
** At Café Relish **
Kuesu was drinking tea while Liz, one of the maids the MMM Organization, trembles a little bit.
To Liz, it was a few minutes of panic as she fears of what Kuesu was going to say.
When Kuesu finished her tea, she said these two words…
"You pass."
"Haaaa..." sighed Liz, relieved. "Thank goodness."
"So, you're one of Kazuki's maids, and you are serving other people here. For an Ayakashi, that's quite impressive," said Kuesu.
"Thank you very much," said Liz, although she's still trembling and sweating a little bit.
"However," began Kuesu as she looked at Liz's big bust.
"W-What is it?" asked Liz, startled.
"If you ever try to seduce my Kazuki with those big breasts of yours…" said Kuesu, drinking her tea. "You know what happens, right?"
"Huuuuhhh?!" asked Liz in surprise. "This chest is what Kazuki likes best (I think)."
"Would you stop trying to force your inorganic self onto the organic Kazuki, please?!" asked Kuesu with a tick mark on her head.
It was then that Shizuku, the water-snake Ayakashi and Dr. Akai entered.
"Sorry for the wait," said Shizuku.
"Only a man can get away with making wait, you know!" said Kuesu, making an evil smile.
Liz began to sweat even more. 'It feels like they're going to fight again, but thank goodness the doctor is here as well.'
"Well, I have no intention of being lady like to you!" said Shizuku.
"Now, now. Calm down, ladies," said Dr. Akai, hushing the two up immediately. "Anyways, we're here because I've found some very interesting pieces of information about Ms. Gremory's 2nd Bishop."
"Second Bishop?" asked Kuesu.
"Yes," answered Dr. Akai. "His name is Gasper Vladi. He's a Dhampir. In other words, he's half-human, half-vampire."
"H-H-Half-Vampire?!" asked Liz.
"Don't worry, he's not scary," said Dr. Akai. "In fact, he's scared of other people due to his past. But here's something even more interesting…"
Dr. Akai presented Kuesu, Liz and Shizuku with a picture of a bigger vampire, and when the girls saw it, there were shocked!
"Is that who I think it is?" asked Shizuku.
"Yes, that is Count Dracula, and Gasper is one of Dracula's descendants," concluded Dr. Akai.
All 3 girls gasped in surprise.
** At the Kuoh Academy Old School Building **
Both the Gremory and Asmoday groups are standing in front of one of the classrooms from the first floor. The door had "KEEP OUT" tape all over it, and had magical seals as well. Kuriko and Elizabeth the ghost girl saw these kinds of seals before.
"These seals usually mean that something BIG is in there," said Kuriko.
President Rias was impressed with Kuriko figuring out the seals quickly. They were there for a good reason as President told everyone that her first bishop's power is extremely dangerous. However, since Kazuki can use the power of time, President feels confident that he can finally open up the first bishop's eyes.
The reason why is because Rias tried to control her original bishop's powers, but failed miserably, and as a result, she sealed him up by the other Devil families' orders. Now she had a chance to break the seal after receiving high marks from the recent events from her group and Kazuki.
"So, he's in there?" asked Serena, looking at the lock in the door standing next to Rias, while the others were behind them.
"Yes," answered President. "He lives in there all day and all night. However, the seal breaks at night, giving him the opportunity to roam around the building. However, he refused to do so."
"Social anxiety disorder, perhaps?" asked Kazuki.
"Maybe that's probably what happened because of the low amount of uses you had back at Aoi Academy, Kazuki," said Rin.
"No, I did not!" Kazuki answered back, feeling a little embarrassed. Kuriko, Yuna and Chihaya were all thinking about the exact same thing.
"He's making the most money out of all of us, though," said Akeno.
"Are you serious?!" asked Keisuke.
"Through a computer, he makes special contracts via the Internet," said Yuuto. "Those types of people negotiate in a different way, and make relations differently. They solve things through the computer. In those dealings, this kid grabs enough numbers like those of a superior rank."
"So, Dr. Akai and that kid may have something in common," said Chihaya.
"A high earner and powerful. He must be someone strong," said Kaoru.
"She broke the seal," said Koneko as the chains fall down to the ground and the seals disappeared.
"Now then, I'm opening the door," said President as she opens the door. Suddenly, a high pitched scream is heard throughout the hall.
"Nooooooooooooooooooooooo!"
Both President and Akeno took no notice as they and the rest of the two groups entered the classroom.
"Good evening. You look pretty lively today," said Akeno. It appears that there was a coffin inside the classroom, and that's where the Bishop is currently in.
"W-W-What's going on?!" asked the Bishop.
"Oh my. Your seal's been broken," said Akeno as she opens the coffin lid and puts it on the table. "Now, why don't we go outside together?"
"No! I want to stay here! I don't wanna go outsiiiiiiiiiiiiide!" the Bishop said with tears in his eyes. Kazuki could certainly feel the Bishop's pain. He knew what he was going through.
It was then the two groups saw who that Bishop was. Golden hair with a bob-cut, red eyes, wearing a female Kuoh Academy summer uniform. Some think he looks like a doll, while others think he looks like a 'trap' character. In fact, this Bishop IS a trap.
"That's a cute girl," said Keisuke.
"Actually, he's a boy," said President, and Keisuke was stunned.
"He's actually kinda cute," said Christie.
"So, he may look like a girl, but he's actually a boy?" asked Himari.
"Cross-dressing….I don't like that at all," said Xarin.
"Well, that's too bad," said President as she hugs her bishop, and shows everyone her bishop. "Everyone, this is Gasper Vladi. He is a part of my family, as well as my other bishop. He's a freshman here, and he's a Dhampir before he was reborn."
"So, he's half-human, half-vampire…." said Kuriko.
"Exactly," answered President as Elizabeth greets Gasper.
"Hi! I'm Elizabeth, and I'm a ghost," the ghost girl introduced to Gasper. Unfortunately, that was a bad approach.
"EEEEEEEEEEEEKKKK! A GHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOST!" screamed Gasper as something happened.
Kazuki and Elizabeth both notice that Gasper used his powers to freeze the others and they now saw him shaking in the corner of the room.
"Hey! I was only trying to say Hi to you!" said Elizabeth.
"Please stay from meeeeeeeeeeeeee! I don't like ghooooooooooooooooosts!" screamed Gasper with tears in his eyes.
"Elizabeth, I think it would be best to give him some space," said Kazuki.
"Fine…" sighed Elizabeth. "Although I can sense that he's got some sort of Sacred Gear that can control time in his field of vision."
** Near Kuoh Academy **
Sanosuke stood beside near a bridge near Kuoh Academy. He looked out to the river, lost in thought before he heard the sound of wooden slippers hitting the floor. He then saw Azazel, smirking.
"Azazel," Sanosuke said.
"Yo, Sanosuke. The meeting is coming up in a few days time," said Azazel before handing him a thick file. "However, right now, your job is to follow a suspect, another fellow Fallen Angel of the Grigori, named Saraune and the people following him."
"What is he being suspected for?" Sanosuke said as he went over the file. It was a basic profile of the target, along with profiles for many other people, mainly a list of children and possibly Exorcists.
"Treason, for kidnapping young Sacred Gear users, namely children, and selling information to an unknown party, possibly some sort of terrorist cell," Azazel said.
"So you want me to trail him so I can find out more about this terrorist cell?" Sanosuke had guessed.
Azazel smiled, "Exactly, and if you've confirmed that he is in contact with a terrorist cell, I want you to capture him."
"Why don't you use your own people, like Vali for instance?" Sanosuke pondered; Vali was easily one of Azazel's more powerful fighters. So why ask him to do this job?
Azazel seemed to muse over this as he crossed his arms before he explained. "I was going to, but Vali is out on a similar errand. However, I'm confident that you can do it because you will complete a request no matter what. Either way, I have hired another mercenary, Zarith Garlain to assist you along with Ramiel's daughter."
"Maya Noihara, huh?" Sanosuke sighed. "But wait. Isn't she…?"
"Himari's long-lost cousin? You bet it is!" Azazel grinned whilst smacking Sanosuke's back. "I'm sure she will be happy to see you, but I bet she'll be happier to see Himari. She hasn't seen her in decades! Anyway, try your best. I'm off to see a very interesting fellow!" Azazel told him before he walked away.
** At Kuoh Academy **
"So this is Forbidden Balor View. A vision-based Sacred Gear," said Raynare.
"Yes. That's the name of the Sacred Gear Gasper possesses. It's very powerful," said President.
"Stopping time. Quite the rule breaker. Then again, so is my magic as well," said Kazuki.
"Yes, that's true. Not to mention that your doubling power and the 10 Commandments sword are against the rules, as well as the White Dragon Emperor's halving power," said Serena as President Rias continued.
"The problem is that he's not able to handle it. Because of that, Gasper has been sealed until now. Unconsciously activating his Sacred Gear was seen as a problem."
"If Lord Azazel was here, he could fix the problem," said Kalawarner.
"Gasper, you know we won't hurt you, and neither would Elizabeth, so why don't you come on out?" asked Keisuke, giving it a try.
"Noooooo!" replied Gasper.
"What about the sun. Even Dhampirs have some issues with that, right?" asked Christie.
"He possesses the blood of a special vampire known as Daywalker which he can move in the day, so there's no problem. However, he may dislike it," answered President.
"I hate daylightttt! It's better if the sun dissappeareeeeeeeeed!" said Gasper as he whined out from his box.
"You don't attend class, right? If you don't control your power and open yourself up, then it isn't good, you know?" Xarin asked as Gasper screamed.
"No! I am fine inside this cardboard box! The air and light of the outside are natural enemies to meeeeee! Please let me remain a boy who lives in a cardboard boooooooox!"
More like a girl in everyone else's perspective if they didn't know Gasper was a boy.
"What about blood? He doesn't need much, right?" Yuna asked.
"Yes. Since he's a half vampire, he doesn't thirst for blood as often. If you supply the blood for him once every 10 days then there's no problem. Though it seems he originally didn't like drinking blood," said President.
'A vampire that doesn't drink blood. That's new,' thought Kazuki.
"I hate bloooooood! I hate fish tooooooo! I hate liver as welllllll!"
"...A good-for-nothing vampire," said Koneko coldly.
"And a worthless one, too," said Rin, insulting even more.
"Uwaaaaaaaaaah! Koneko and Rin are such big meanieeeeessss!"
"For the time being, till Serena and I come back, Kazuki, Asia, Koneko, Xenovia, Keisuke, Raynare, Kalawarner, Yuna, Rin, Chihaya, Elizabeth, we'll leave Gasper's training to you. Akeno and I will be going the meeting place for the top of the 3 factions. And Yuuto and Himari, it seems Big Brother wants to hear in detail about your Balance Breakers so please accompany us, along with Kuriko, Kaori, Christie, and Xarin," said Rias as Yuuto, Xarin and the 3 other girls nodded.
[Yes, Ms. Gremory/Buchou] replied Kuriko, Kaori, and Christie.
[Yes, President/Princess] replied Yuuto and Xarin.
So, it's a given that Sirzechs wants to speak to both Yuuto and Himari about their Balance Breakers as it was impossible for both Holy and demonic powers to combine, and it's certain that he wants to speak to Sanosuke as well.
As soon as the groups split up, Sylvia arrived.
"What just happened?" asked Sylvia.
"Right now, we're trying to get Gasper out of the box," replied Kazuki.
"Yeah. Then, shall I thoroughly discipline him? A weak man is no good. And also I wanted to face off with a vampire since childhood. Leave his treatment to me," said Xenovia as she pulled on a rope attached to Gasper's box.
"Eeeeeeek! N-N-N-No way, I don't want to fight against the user of the holy sword Durandaaaaaaal! I-I'll be destroyeeeeeed!" Gasper cried.
"What's his problem?" asked Sylvia.
Kazuki and the others told Sylvia about Gasper and felt sorry for him.
** Somewhere else **
It was nighttime, the nightlife was bursting out in the wrong part of the city. The men were half-drunk, the women were half-naked, and there many people in this area at this time of the night.
A hooded light blue cloak-wearing figure walked through the group of people. On the figure's back was a long item wrapped in cloth. This person was trailing someone who was about 20 feet in front of them, as to try not to act suspicious. This someone whom the figure was following was a man in his early thirties, pale skin with long black hair. He had blue eyes. He wore a black robe with yellow accents over his body.
The figure sighed before looking up, hoping that everything was well on his end.
Sanosuke jumped from building to building as quickly as he could. A small green magic circle appeared by his left ear.
"Target is turning left," said the voice coming out of the circle.
"Alright. Keep up the altitude, Maya," Sanosuke ordered as he spoke into the circle. "Zarith. Don't lose your target."
"I understand," replied a mature feminine voice before the circle disappeared.
Currently, he was on a new job from Azazel, one that took him out of Japan and into the Asian country of Thailand. This time, he was not alone and he also had a plan. He was partnered with two people for this mission, named Maya and Zarith.
The plan was simple; the three of them, Sanosuke, Maya and Zarith, would be split into two teams, Maya and Zarith would chase after the main target, while Sanosuke would take the time to raid through the places where they possibly kept their goods. He had already raided the first of three.
Sanosuke cursed, up ahead there was a group of Exorcists with their light saber-like swords out. Did they know he was coming? He gripped the handle of the Kokusen before he released a wave of light with a swing of his sword.
Inside the building under the Exorcists, which was a factory, another group of Exorcists were standing over children who looked like they were being oppressed. An explosion erupted from above before the ceiling fell to the floor. Emerging from the rubble of the broken ceiling, Sanosuke stood up and glared at the Exorcists around him.
"Who the hell is this guy?" one of the Exorcists screamed.
Sanosuke took a stance. "Let go of the children," Sanosuke said in a low voice.
** Back at Kuoh Academy **
"Lord Azazel!" both said Raynare and Kalawarner as Azazel and Gen from the Student Council arrived to see the others.
"Hey there Raynare, Kalawarner. I see you're all doing great," said Azazel. "So, I've got back from talking to Sanosuke who's doing another errand for me, and you've found the one who's possessing the Forbidden Balor View Sacred Gear?"
"Yes," replied Raynare. "It is one of the most dangerous Sacred Gears ever created."
"And I bet that Dr. Akai has his sights on that too, right?" asked Kazuki.
"Surprisingly, not yet," said Azazel, then he turned to Keisuke. "And Keisuke, I've looked at your Sacred Gear, Soul Breaker Spears, that can absorb magic attacks and seal an opponent's magic for 5 seconds. Very interesting."
"Th-Thanks," said Keisuke, but was a little nervous to see the leader of the Fallen Angels talking to him.
It was then that they've heard a loud scream.
"Eeeeeeeeeek! Garlic, nooooooooooooo!"
It was Gasper as Xenovia with her Durandal out, Yuna and Rin chased after him.
"Hey, start running. If you're a Daywalker than you should be able to run in the day."
"Eeeeeek! Don't chase me while swinging Durandaaaaaaal!"
The sword let out a dangerous noise as Gaspar desperately ran away.
Azazel then greeted Kazuki.
"Hello there, Red Dragon Emperor…Strongest Magician."
"Y-You can just call me Kazuki. I do have a name," Kazuki replied. "Anyways, Azazel, what are you doing here?"
It was then that everyone else except Kazuki, Keisuke and the fallen angels went battle ready with Asia hiding behind Kazuki.
"Ka-Kazuki, by Azazel you mean...!"
"Yeah, but don't worry. It's crazy to start a fight here. Everyone calm down...You do know you're making it difficult for me, right?" Kazuki asked Azazel.
"Oh, don't be like that. Anyways, let's all calm down, okay? I'm just here to look at some good Sacred Gears. Speaking of Sacred Gears, where's the holy demonic sword wielder?" asked Azazel as everyone else calmed down.
"You just missed him. Yuuto and Himari had to talk with Sirzechs," Rin told him.
"So they are with Sirzechs, huh. *Sigh*...Well that's a shame, I wanted to see them. I'm curious about the Balance Breaker they have. But in the meantime, Keisuke, I want to give you something as a token for taking care some of Kokabiel's forces the other day."
"Who, me?" asked Keisuke, unsure.
"Yeah, you. Who else is named Keisuke here?" chuckled Azazel. It was then that he gave Keisuke 4 wings. These were not just regular wings. They're Dragon Wings.
"Wings?" asked Keisuke. "Why are you giving me wings?"
"Well," said Azazel. "These are actually magic wings called Wing Image. These wings will help concentrate magic energy around you, and if you can combine those with your Soul Breaker Spears, there's called a good chance that you'll awaken your Magic Dragon."
"Wow. Thanks, Azazel!" replied Keisuke.
Kazuki and the others felt pleased that Keisuke got a new item to help him unleash his Magic Dragon. Meanwhile, Koneko noticed Gasper watching them and she and Elizabeth took this opportunity.
"Want some of these, Gasper?" asked Elizabeth as she took out some garlic.
"Gasper, if you eat garlic, you'll become healthy," said Koneko, holding it out as Gasper cried as he ran.
"Nooooooooooo! Koneko and Elizabeth are bullying meeeeeee!"
"Oh no, looks like they're at it again," said Gen. "I heard about the hikikomori servant and came to see for a bit if his ban was lifted."
"Yeah, but he really doesn't want to go out," Kazuki said Gasper gets chased by Koneko and Elizabeth.
"? Huh. Oh! Wait, it's a girl, huh! Not to mention blond haired!" said Gen as the others chuckled.
"Sorry dude, you fell for a trap. That's a cross dressing guy," said Keisuke.
"Well, this is swindling. More like, since he's wearing girl's clothing, it would be to show it to someone, right? And since he's a hikikomori, it's too much contradiction. It's quite difficult," said Gen.
"That's right. It's an incomprehensible cross dressing habit. Also, I can't say anything about it suiting him. It's the trap of all traps," said Keisuke.
"Well that's good. Now then," Azazel said as he turned to Gasper. "That vampire hiding over there."
Gasper is hiding behind a tree as he panicked about what Azazel is going to do to him. Azazel approaches to him and speaks.
"You're the possessor of Forbidden Balor View, right? If you can use it properly, then it will become a thing that causes harm to others. As a support type Sacred Gear, if you can supplement the deficient aspects, it should be fine but... Now that I mention it, the research of Sacred Gears by devils didn't progress much, but surprisingly, Dr. Akai is making good progress. If you invoke it via the 5 senses, if the Sacred Gear's owner's capacity is insufficient then, it will move naturally, and it will be extremely dangerous," said Azazel as he peered into Gasper's eyes. Gasper was trembling before Azazel's and Elizabeth's presence.
Looking at Gasper, he feels like he's being attacked from all sides, but Azazel then turned to Gen.
"You must be the one that has Absorption Line, right?" asked Azazel. "Out of your training, connect it to that vampire and absorb his power as he uses his Sacred Gear. It'll give him better control of it."
"Absorb…his power?" Gen asked, looking at his Sacred Gear on his wrist.
"What, you didn't know? That holds the power of Vritra, one of the 5 Dragon Kings. The Prison Dragon, or Dragon King of Evil. It can absorb and negate the power of whatever it touches. You can connect it to other things for a short time as well," Azazel says, helping them out.
"So my Sacred Gear can do that…" Gen says surprised.
"There is a quicker way. Drink the blood of the Red Dragon Emperor," said Azazel.
"Drink Kazuki's blood?" asked Yuna.
"Vampires are supposed to drink blood, after all. So, give it a shot and see how it goes. Oh, and don't drink too much of Kazuki's blood, though. There is a possibility that his magic can destroy you on the inside from his ancestors' blood in him," said Azazel as he left.
"Happy to see him again?" Kazuki asked the Fallen Angels.
"Of course," said Raynare as she smiled. Kazuki could see that Kalawarner was content as well.
The remaining members of the two groups tried to experiment on Gasper's training with Gen. He connected his Absorption Line on Gasper and then using it to suck the excess power from him before Kazuki threw a ball into Gasper's field of vision. It was frozen in mid-air for a few minutes before dropping to the ground.
They continued and found out that people stopped by Gasper's Sacred Gear was completely stopped, to the point of consciousness and only felt some malice before it happened. Also, things closer to Gasper in his field of vision were stopped for much longer than those far away.
With Gasper's skill in his Sacred Gear, only certain things in his field of vision stopped. It seems that he hasn't gained conscious control as there were a few accidents of him glancing at others with body parts getting stopped. Keisuke thought his arm was going to fall off. It did make Gasper run off while yelling "I'm sorry". Kazuki wastes no time in chasing after him.
** Back in Thailand **
The figure took a left turn before they hid behind the corner. They saw that their target, Saraune, had made contact with another man. Tall, lean, brown hair slicked back with rectangular sunglasses with a cigarette in his mouth. The two conversed for a few seconds before the man opened the door and lead Saraune in. The figure cursed that Saraune walked into the building before they looked up to see it was just a simple apartment building and the entrance they took seemed to be a back entrance. But the area; wasn't this supposed to be the third possible point where the children would be? Why would Saraune be here?
"Zarith!"
The figure looked up to see a single black winged girl descending and landing in front of her. The girl in question was a teenager with a body that one would love to have, athletic, slim and with modest assets. She was slightly tanned with long cyan hair that reached down to her hips with purple eyes and bangs that covered her left eye. She wore a white top over black and purple-stripped undershirt with black skirt and grey thigh high stockings.
"I've made a circle around the building and saw nothing else. We better tell Sanosuke," she told the figure.
The figure pulled back their hood to reveal a handsome young Caucasian man who looked around Maya's and Sanosuke's age. He had blonde hair and blue eyes. Zarith nodded in agreement to the black winged girl's suggestion.
The violet haired beauty then made a small magic circle in her hand that functioned similar to a telephone.
"Sanosuke. The target has made contact with an unknown male and is currently inside point three of where the children could be. We haven't confirmed anything ground yet but we are going in first to be sure," she said.
After a short while there, Sanosuke replied, "Understood, until you have confirmed he is in contact with this terrorist cell or the children are there, lay low and don't get caught. I will be there shortly. Be careful."
Zarith answered, "Will do." The magic circle disappeared.
Maya and Zarith looked at each other before nodding. Quietly, they entered the building.
** Hours later; At the Old School Building **
"Why do you want me to talk to him?" asked Kazuki.
He and Rias are standing outside of the classroom where Gasper is hiding, and it's currently 1:00 AM.
"There's a reason why Gasper is like this," said President. "Gasper's father is a renowned vampire, but his mother is a human. Vampires value pure blood more than Devils do. Consequently, Gasper has been shunned by his own family. The humans called him a monster. Both you and Gasper have the ability to control time, but he couldn't control it all. Everybody feared him. Or rather, they hated him. If he stops you in time, he can do anything to you. You can do the same thing as well, Kazuki. In short, nobody wants to be close to a person like that."
"So, Gasper was the same as Asia…" said Kazuki. He could also remember that he used time to save Rin's lunch, in which he ate her lunch, despite the fact that it tastes so horrible.
"Of course. Gasper would never do such a thing," said President.
"Even so, people can change fast after something happens, but can be changed back," said Kazuki. Then Gasper inside the classroom speaks to himself.
"I-I don't want this power. Everyone stops. That's why everyone's scared. Everyone hates me. I hate it, too. I don't want to see my friend's frozen faces anymore!" He then holds his stuffed animal and began to cry for the rest of the night.
"What a disaster…I am failure as a King. I don't deserve to be King," President Rias Gremory said to herself.
"Don't say that, President! I've been in such situations like this, and everyone has been using me. I'll talk to him and see what happens," said Kazuki. "In fact, if I even have to try to make Gasper stronger as my priority, I'll do it!"
"So…now I know why Yuna, Kuriko, Rin, Chihaya, Himari, the Maids, Akeno, myself and all the other girls like you," said President before disappearing in a magic circle.
Kazuki sits down in front of the door leading into the room.
"Gasper, I won't be leaving until you come out!" said Kazuki.
** Back in Thailand **
Saraune arrived with the man into a room filled with group of children surrounded by men wearing dark robes.
"I see the tools are still in fine condition," he commented before he grabbed hold of the file before handing it to the man with the lit cigarette. "To your liking, Mr. J? I do hope the Khaos Brigade like what they see."
Mr. J blew another puff before he said, "Yeah, they should fit the bill." He looked through the file. High-Tier Sacred Gear users amongst the filth of children in here, he thought as he inspected the file.
Saraune only grinned. "I'm happy that we have made an agreement," he bowed. They heard a struggle from where the kids are and saw one child rebelled against his captors.
"Stay quiet and sit down!" The exorcist said before he pushed the child down.
The child stood up again.
"Everyone! We need to show them that we are not afraid to fight against them. They took everything from us! We need to get out of here, right now!" The kid told the other children but none of them did anything. "Guys?"
This is like what happened to Yuuto and Sanosuke during their childhood.
"You should understand the position you are in, brat. Though you may stand up against here, your friends here are too scared to do anything," Saraune said to the boy.
The child roared before he rushed into the same exorcist again.
"Like I said, stay quiet!" The man punched the child down.
However, no one expected the kid to actually steal the Exorcist's gun as the kid aimed it at Exorcist and fired. The bullet pierced the gut of the Exorcist. The Exorcist held his stomach in pain as he fell to his knees and cried in pain. In reaction to this, the other men grabbed hold of the gun and began kicking the boy down.
Mr. J chuckled. "Hmm…Interesting…I like this boy's guts, bring him here," he said before one of the exorcists picked up the boy and brought him there.
Before they could do anything, the door exploded and appearing from the rubble were Zarith and Maya.
Zarith took off his cloak to reveal a set of armor on the chest, shoulder, arms and greaves on his knees and boots. Under the armor was a blue-like hoodie and white and brown t-shirt and shirt respectively that was barely seen under the hoodie. He wore black trousers. On his back was still the long item that wrapped in cloth.
He held a sword of light in his hand whilst Maya had an ice sword in hers. The two went to attack the group of people.
"Saraune, for betraying Lord Azazel and the Grigori, you are under arrest!" Maya told Saraune.
"What the hell is going here, Saraune?!" Mr. J asked Saraune.
Saraune then realized. "This must be Azazel's doing! We need to get out of here!" he said before another explosion appeared from the wall close to him. Saraune saw Sanosuke walking out of the dust.
Sanosuke then drew his Kokusen and went to strike closest to the enemy. But the enemy blocked and went for a horizontal strike but Sanosuke back flipped to where Maya and Zarith were.
The three stood back to back to each other.
"Sorry I'm late. The second point was more fortified than I thought," Sanosuke apologized to the two.
"It's fine; we were just warming up," Zarith told him with a smirk.
"Focus, guys," Maya told the two. The trio went to attack the group again.
Saraune cursed at the sudden development. "Tch! Let's get out of here, and bring that brat with us." He told the group of exorcists who had the child before they left the room.
"That bastard! Thinking of leaving me here with these monsters?!" Mr. J exclaimed loudly before he threw his cigarette to the floor and stepped on it angrily.
Maya saw the target leaving the room with one of the children and told Zarith and Sanosuke. "They're taking one of the children with them."
"That being said, I don't think we should be standing here playing," Sanosuke stated as he blocked a slash and returned one of his own.
"Master Sanosuke! Lady Maya! I will handle things here! You should chase after Saraune and the kid," Zarith told the two.
"That's crazy, we can't leave you behind!" Maya exclaimed.
"It's fine; I can take care of myself," Zarith smiled before he threw a wave of light at the group of men who dodged the wave, creating an opening.
Sanosuke looked to Zarith who nodded at Sanosuke, saying to leave this place to him. After a moment, Sanosuke nodded back. "Best of luck, Zarith Garlain," Sanosuke wished him before himself and Maya escaped the area.
"After them!" an Exorcist shouted before they started chasing but Zarith jumped in their way.
He formed a light blue gauntlet on right arm that radiated with Holy Energy. "I shall be your opponent!" he took a stance before a single edged straight sword appeared from the gauntlet. A sword of light in the shape of a double-edged sword appeared in his left hand.
Mr. J and the Exorcists laughed. "Yeah, and what can a little brat like you gonna do?" Mr. J mocked as a fiery lion appeared by his side. It was his Sacred Gear, Blazing Lion, which allowed him to materialize a fiery lion under his command.
Zarith smirked. "We'll find out now, won't we?" a single right white winged appeared on his back.
** At the Old School Building **
Gasper has been crying inside the classroom for 12 BLOODY HOURS! Kazuki had been observing his and Gasper's powers and all of the things they've been through. When he heard that Gasper stopped crying because he had no more tears to shed, Kazuki began to talk.
"Gasper," began Kazuki. "Let me ask you something. Are you really scared of me? I have a Sacred Gear of a Heavenly Dragon, and a Sacred Gear that has a Dragon that is Immortal, and I'm also a Devil, a Fallen Angel, an Angel, and a Magician as well. To be honest, I'm scared as well. When I use my powers, I was afraid that I was going to hurt a lot of people than help them. That includes all of my friends. In fact, I sometimes fall into depression when I felt powerless after the surprise attack from one of Kokabiel's minions. However, I got over it because we're all still here."
"That power could take away many things from you, or worse," said Gasper, trying not to cry again. "Why do you still use it all the time?"
"I'll do whatever it takes to protect all of my friends," said Kazuki. "However…"
"However?" Gasper asked.
"I don't want to see any of my friends shedding tears again, especially from that time during my childhood that Yuna, Chihaya and I separated because we had to move. And during that Rating Game where we tried to save our President from marrying Raiser Phenex, my friends all went down, and it felt hard, but I had to keep moving. I fought until I was battered. The same thing during Aoi Academy. Many of my classmates were all against me due to the fact that I have genes to produce the strongest person in the world. They all used me, and they tried to kill me so they could take the genes from me. The president's tears….
"I saw her crying and hugged Raiser telling him to stop attacking me. That alone broke my heart before passing out. It was after that, I changed into something that was beyond a normal devil, a Magical Devil. This change helped me understand. I need to keep going. I had to take all kinds of attacks head-on. Hold nothing back. I wasn't down and out yet. I promised to her and the others that they don't have to make any tears of sadness, but if any one of them had to, I'll be there for her, and all of the other girls too, even though some of them may not like each other. I'll master each and every power to protect each and every one of their happiness."
"Wow. I didn't know that you were suffering as much as I did," said Gasper as the door opened a bit. "Yet, I'm going to hold back…."
It was then that Kazuki held up his 10 Commandments Sword and his Devil, Fallen Angel, and Angel wings all popped out.
"You're not going to hold back for anyone," said Kazuki, surprising Gasper as he opens the door more to see Kazuki in a more powerful form.
"Even though you're a half-blood vampire, they are much stronger than you think as it gives the power of both species. The human half gives the power to a Sacred Gear as they aren't cursed, but they're gifts. Not to mention we're friends, after all," said Kazuki.
"Friends…" Gasper says and Kazuki ruffles Gasper's head.
"Lend us your power, Gasper! I'll lend all of my friends my power in return. If you're scared of anything, I'll destroy it for you! Hell, I'll even take all of your pain to live a better life if I have to!"
"But…"
"Gasper, would you like to drink my blood? If what Azazel said was true, then my blood should help you control your Sacred Gear," said Kazuki.
"But I'm scared! I'm scared of drinking blood of living beings. The only thing I can force myself to do is drink from a blood bag. My power's already frightening enough as it is. What am I going to do if I get stronger?" asked Gasper.
"You will be able to control it, and your friends won't be frozen anymore," answered Kazuki. "In fact, they'll be jealous of your power. Much like in the same way, everyone's jealous of me being surrounded by so many girls."
"Jealous?" asked Gasper.
"We have the power to save our friends if they're about to be hurt or killed! We both can control time, meaning that we have the power to save someone when no one else can help!" said Kazuki as Gasper looks at him in awe for the first time.
"You're very nice. Nobody's ever told me that they envied my powers or provided examples," said Gasper and Kazuki chuckles. "I only thought that people hated my power…"
"Now don't say that! I think that we have been given these Sacred Gears for a reason. Maybe Destiny? Probably not. What I do know is that I want you to be more confident in yourself, and stand up and fight to protect all of us, as well as friends in the future!" said Kazuki, holding his hand out to Gasper.
"We're going to train you, so are you with me?"
"A-Amazing, K-Kazuki! You use your power to protect your friends, which is something that I never pull off. Your desire to protect is your pure will. Thanks!" said Gasper, taking Kazuki's hand.
"Nice job, Kazuki!" said Yuna, hugging him from behind. Coming in after her were Yuuto, Kuriko, Rin, Chihaya, Himari, Xenovia, Asia, and Koneko.
"As expected of Kazuki…to have such a chat like that with Gasper," said Yuuto.
"Yeah, I finally managed to pull him out of his shell," said Kazuki.
"I am impressed that you handled it quite well, Master," said Himari.
"Now we can go on with the training," said Rin.
"Oh, so you're getting along now?" asked Xenovia.
"Yes, indeed," said Kazuki. "Now, would you please stop scaring him with that sword of yours?"
Xenovia simply nodded.
"Sorry, but is it alright if I am inside the cardboard box?" asked Gasper. "I won't close the lid. When I talk to people, I can calm down inside the cardboard box."
"Of course," said Kazuki. "It's an improvement, at least."
Gasper moved the box closer and sat with a sigh of relief.
"Ah…This is the life….My cardboard box's is my heart's oasis…."
Kazuki smiled, then remembered about the other's appearances. "By the way, what are you guys doing here?"
"Well, we think that you shouldn't be the only one looking after Gasper," said Elizabeth as she got out of Kuriko's chest.
"After going through all of that, you have inspired us," said Asia.
"So, we're all discussing on how we're going to help him as well," followed Xenovia.
"H-Help me?" asked Gasper in surprise.
"You're a part of our family," said Chihaya as Koneko walks towards him.
"K-Koneko…" Gasper said with tears in his eyes.
"Please take this…" said Koneko as she threw garlic at his feet, freaking him out.
"Garlic!" yelled Gasper, but before he could make a move, Xenovia made a quick move and puts a paper bag with 2 eye holes on top of Gasper's head.
"How's that?" asked Xenovia, smiling.
"Huh? I feel more…safe. Huh? Huh? I like this," said Gasper. "Now if Kazuki places a paper bag on his head, we can become The Paper-Bag Brothers!"
Kazuki sweatdrops at this.
"OK. That's also good enough for me," said Kazuki. "How did you guys do it?"
"It was Asia's idea," said Koneko as Kazuki looks at the former Holy Maiden.
"N-No. I don't really like talking to people, but I don't mind calling them. I just told these guys that hiding my face might help me," said Asia, and for some stupid reason, Xenovia takes out 4 condoms.
"That's when I remembered these things and though-" Xenovia said before Yuna took the condoms and threw them away.
"I thought we took the last of those things away!" Yuna yelled at Xenovia.
"How is it? How do I look?" asked Gasper with eyes glowing red, scaring Asia in the process.
"You've…got a very looking presence," said Yuuto uncomfortably.
"Yeah. It's like a pervert coming after you," said Rin. "It's simply….overwhelming."
"This is nice," said Gasper, walking like a mummy.
"Maybe this can help," said Himari.
"Really?! This'll help me become a full-blown vampire! Thanks, everyone!" Gasper said, bowing down.
Everyone smiled at this.
** Back in Thailand **
"Let go of me!" The boy grunted as he struggled. He bit on the man's hand before he stomped on his foot. When the man released the boy, he ran behind the group before turning towards them.
"You know, I like that spunk of yours kid. I can't wait to break it!" Saraune cried happily.
The young boy created his Sacred Gear, a bow of red light, Staring Red. He pulled on the string, creating an arrow of light. He fired the arrow at Saraune who simply swatted the arrow away like a fly. Saraune looked unimpressed, changing his mind before he made a motion to one of the Sacred Gear users to kill the young man.
The man pulled out a sword of light but the young boy was not going to go down without a fight, so he fired another arrow of light but the arrow was sliced into two. The child fired many more but the exorcist kept on destroying them as he continued to close the gap between him and the boy.
The child was breathing heavily, he was pushed back into a corner, and he didn't know what to do. Once the exorcist reached the boy, he raised his sword for a downward slash.
"DIE!"
The light blade was stopped by a sword's sheath; the Exorcist was surprised and looked to see the owner of the sword only to be punched in the face.
"Are you alright?" the boy heard Maya said to him.
Sanosuke turned around to see the boy looking at him in awe. He patted the kid's head. "You did well…Leave this to your brother, ok?" Sanosuke smiled.
The boy nodded before he saw Sanosuke dashed forward with his katana drawn. He moved past Saraune's guards and went straight for Saraune. Saraune created a spear of light in his hand and blocked the katana coming for him.
"Fallen Angel Saraune, on the orders of my boss, Azazel, you are under arrest for suspicion of treason," Sanosuke told Saraune.
Saraune only smirked in response to this. "So, Azazel has decided to make a move against me."
The Sacred Gear users stared for a few tense moments, but before they activated their Sacred Gears, shards of ice obstructed their way as they flew from the side. The Sacred Gear users turned to see the other Half-Fallen Angel with a spear of ice at ready.
"I'll be your opponent," Maya told them.
** Later that night **
Saya was getting ready to go to bed, but had a few things on her mind, especially on Keisuke.
'What do I need to do to make Keisuke mine?' asked Saya to herself as she brushes her teeth. 'No matter how many times I think about it, the answer's never easy.'
'In fact, I never used to think too much about it. Because I was really the only girl that ever stayed with Keisuke. And I was a fool for acting like I really didn't think so. The other boys used to make fun of me saying "Ryoudou has Nanase". I never thought there'd be such a rival of any sort because I comforted myself with those same words: "Keisuke has me"…'
"How naïve of me!" said Saya to herself.
'Serena, Kaoru, Christie, Sylvia… 4 girls competing with me. Keisuke is oblivious to these things, so he'll only make things worse,' thought Saya as she notices about Keisuke not looking at her feelings.
'But why do I have a feeling that those 4 girls are more than humans…? If that is the case, then the only one he can actually marry and have a normal family with is…'
"M-m-m-m-m-m-marry me?!" asked Saya as she began to blush. Saya then shook her head, and went to sleep.
** Next Day (Not knowing that this is actually a dream) **
Saya saw Kazuki with his sisters Tsuyuha, Saori, and Hisae, and Himari talking on the staircase in the main building.
"What's Kuesu been up to lately?" asked Kazuki.
"Well, she's been quite busy lately," answered Himari. "She said that she's going to join us for the big meeting coming up in 2 days."
"Meeting?" asked Saya, hiding behind one of the trees.
"Hmph," scoffed Himari. "If she comes to try and lead you astray, I'll drive her off."
"Himari, that's…" said Kazuki.
"I know…" said Himari, closing her eyes.
'Kazuki isn't nervous when he's talking to her,' thought Saya. 'Do they sympathize each other?'
It was then she saw Keisuke walking down another hallway, and Saya decides to follow him.
She then sees Keisuke walking into Class 2-B, and realize that this is Lunch Break, meaning there is no one inside the classroom.
'Could it be..?' asked Saya, and then taking 2 deep breaths, she enters the classroom.
** At Class 2-B **
Saya realized that she and Keisuke are alone in the classroom.
"Keisuke, are you really thinking what I'm thinking?" asked Saya.
"Well," began Keisuke. "I was thinking about a lot of things, and I know that you're trying to delay the inevitable, but we'll have to make up our minds sooner or later, but right now…"
"I-It's okay, I understand," said Saya. "Well, you are the one that's going to make a decision between us, so…but if it's really that tough, you can always talk to me."
"Thanks, Saya," said Keisuke and hugs Saya, much to her surprise. "Ready to go?"
"Ye-Yeah…." Said Saya. 'Keisuke is so nice…' she thought. Then she decides to go bold as she takes Keisuke's hands and let him fondle her breasts. 'Now, to throw away my pride…'
Keisuke was taken off-guard. "Saya…."
"You won't leave me hanging, right?" asked Saya as she forces Keisuke to fondle her breasts.
Then Keisuke did the rest as he fondles more on Saya's modest chest, which may not big as Himari or the others, but they'll still a good size. Then, out of nowhere, Keisuke kisses Saya in the lips!
"Mmm…ah…" moaned Saya.
"That was…my first kiss," said Keisuke as he begins to fondle Saya's butt.
"Ahn…" 'I-It was my first…' thought Saya. 'But not for Keisukue, right?'
"I've made up my mind," said Keisuke. "I like you, Saya."
'Huh?' asked Saya. She realized that Keisuke has confessed. 'Those are the words that I've waited so long to hear. And only from Keisuke did I ever want to hear from them.'
Keisuke then begins to strip Saya from her uniform.
'I've imagined him saying it over and over again, but now I'm hearing it directly from his lips.'
"You're so cute, Saya," said Keisuke. "I love it."
Saya hugs Keisuke to her chest. "I…. love you!" 'I've finally said it…'
Saya thought she couldn't be happier in her life. However, all of that came to a screeching halt when she saw two presences up in the air.
"!"
There were Himari in her pink yukata, and Shizuku in her white dress, hovering above them.
"Do you want to go back to that guy's kindness?" asked Himari.
"Or, do you prefer to stay here in your fantasy?" asked Shizuku. "You choose."
Saya felt embarrassed and tries to get off of Keisuke, but it was no use.
"W-w-w-w-w-w-w-wait a sec, Keisuke, stop!" Saya yelled.
"But I want you, Saya," Keisuke said.
"Keisuke. Stop."
However, Keisuke was about to go to Saya's panties and her 'private parts.'
** Back to Reality **
"Keisuke, stop!" Saya yelled, then realized that she woke up, and could've swore that she saw Himari and Shizuku from her window.
In fact, Himari and Shizuku were on top of another house, next to Saya's. There was a chameleon-like Ayakashi confronting the two.
"Don't let it get away," said Shizuku.
"I know. You don't have to tell me that," said Himari, and without hesitation, she slices the chameleon in half, killing it instantly.
Back at Saya's house, she was crying at her pillow, realizing that it was all a dream.
"Why does it have to be a dream?" she asked to herself.
** At the 'Dorms' **
Serena Asmoday and her group were surprised to see Himari and Shizuku at Serena's apartment on the 67th floor, and they told them what happened to Saya.
"A Pillow Counter?" asked Serena.
"Yes," replied Himari. "That's the one that has succumbed to evil. It latched onto Saya last night."
"But why her?" asked Keisuke, worried about Saya.
"I don't know," said Himari. "What I do know is that the Pillow Counter eats people's dreams, and in return shows them a dream of what they desire most. However, after some time, it'll eat all of the person's energy."
The Asmoday group gasped.
"So, Saya was possessed?" asked Kaoru.
"Precisely," said Shizuku. "People who are either stressed out, or those who are madly in love but won't say it aloud, are usually the easiest targets."
"Which means that Saya could be in love with someone…" said Christie.
"There's also a possibility that with that Sacred Gear of hers, she could be easily targeted as well," said Xarin.
"This is bad…" said Keisuke, agreeing more on Xarin's theory than Christie's.
"We've already told the Gremory group about it, so we all have to be really careful now," said Himari.
"Thanks for the warning, Himari," said Serena as Himari and Shizuku began to go to Kazuki's penthouse up at the 114th floor.
'I may have to check on her tomorrow,' thought Keisuke as the group departed to their respected homes.
** Back in Thailand **
The battle between Sanosuke and Saraune raged on. Sanosuke somersaulted over a swing by Saraune. When he landed, Sanosuke rushed in but Saraune blocked the attack and the two locked their weapons.
"Answer me! Who are these people you're selling information to?" Sanosuke demanded. "Why are you kidnapping these kids for?!" He pushed forward.
Saraune just smirked before he answered, "I'm not going to tell you, but I'm sure you understand the values of these kids who possess Sacred Gears."
Sanosuke's eyes went wide as he gasped. "Don't tell me you're going to..." He jumped back from another swing by Saraune.
"That's right, to be able to mold these kids into an unstoppable fighting force against the Three Factions, the idea is just genius!" Saraune laughed. "It's not like you should care! You should be happy that you can get more jobs once they begin!" He threw a spear of light at Sanosuke.
"Who would want to fight against kids?!" Sanosuke roared before he created the Holy Avenger in his right hand. He slashed away the spear.
'Tch. A Sacred Gear user?' Saraune thought when he saw the sword.
"That's no reason to destroy peace right now, especially when we're trying to create a truce for the 3 factions!" Sanosuke came down with a heavy double slash that Saraune managed to block the slash.
Then both fighters continued clashing blades, blocking the other's attack before attacking only for it to be blocked by the other's weapon. They seemed to be even.
Saraune roared, "Huh? What peace?! What truce?! We are locked in a stalemate! The Great War was not won by any side! We are just living in a false peace where security is on high!"
Saraune then held out his hand and a ball of light appeared, he fired the ball at the close range, giving Sanosuke no time but to block with his swords. The ball of energy exploded upon contract, but the Holy Avenger took most of the attack as the force sent Sanosuke rolling. The Holy Avenger shattered, which left Sanosuke cursing.
Saraune lowered his hand. "That's why I hate how the Grigori is run these days! Bunch of cowards who think that peace is best!" he smirked.
"You sound like Kokabiel…" Sanosuke muttered as he slowly got up. Kokabiel was a war-crazed Fallen Angel amongst the leaders of the Grigori. Now, he, Yuuto, and the two groups all destroyed him.
"Unlike that idiot Kokabiel, I know the right way of doing this." The Fallen Angel rolled up his sleeve and revealed a black snake on his forearm.
"What's that?" Sanosuke squinted his eyes, he did not like the feeling the snake was giving off.
"Like it? This is my best friend, he gives me a little power boost that allowed me to fight you," he said as ten spears of light appeared above him before he took one in his hand. "And now you're dead!" he roared as he threw the spear, with the rest in tow, at the mercenary. The attack caused the dust to pick up and Saraune couldn't help but laugh at the fact that he got rid of one idiot. When the dust has been settled, Saraune gasped when he saw Sanosuke still alive. His long coat had been tattered and been dirtied. In his right hand was the spear of light that Saraune threw at him that he caught before it could pierce his heart. "What?"
Sanosuke dropped the spear as he said, "Tch! I didn't want to do this, and I was hoping not to use it but since you broke my strongest sword, you leave me no choice." Sanosuke gripped his jacket and took it off, revealing black ominous looking tattoos on his arms. He held out his left arm with the tattoos on the arms began glowing white.
"Those are!?" Saraune gasped at the sight of the tattoos that seemed to reach up all the way to his shoulder and further. He knew immediately what they were.
Sanosuke remembered those days with his father. Especially the day he talked about these tattoos.
(FLASHBACK TIME! - 10 years ago)
"Remember Sanosuke."
A man wearing traditional Japanese clothing said as he held out Sanosuke's hands, looking at the tattoos. He had a rough look to him, long black hair and golden brown eyes. Beside him was the Kokusen. "These are what your mother gave you before she passed away. You can only partially break them for one reason: To protect someone else's smile and never for personal gain."
"I understand, dad!" Sanosuke smiled.
(END FLASHBACK!)
"You damn hybrid! Don't think just because you have another power it doesn't mean that you could defeat me!" Saraune roared.
An overwhelming aura enveloped Sanosuke before he said, "For these kids…I'll show you why I'll be your worst nightmare."
** With Maya and Zarith **
"Holy Ice Spear!" Maya blocked a slash from one sword-based Sacred Gear user with a spear of ice. She kicked the man away before she deflected an arrow of light made from another Sacred Gear user. She held out her free hand and icy blue magic circle appeared, suddenly a stream of ice rushed through the enemy.
Slowly, the Sacred Gear users began falling back. "This b*tch is bad news!"
"Holy Ice Lance!" Maya roared as she slammed her palms to the floor, ice suddenly shot up from the floor and took the shape of many arrowheads that aimed straight at the Sacred Gear Users. Many Sacred Gear Users were struck down. Maya then clasped her hands together again, "Holy Ice Prison." She threw her hands forward. The ice around her encased the remaining users in a glacier.
"Yosh!" She said once she realized she had won before she looked to Kouga. "Wait here. Big Sis needs to go check on her friend," she told the boy before she ran off.
"Sanosuke! Are you alright?" she called once she entered the hall, and she noticed Saraune lying on the floor unconscious with Sanosuke towering over him. She realized that he didn't have his jacket on him and she took a good view of his muscular that were covered in black tattoos she had never seen before. She took a good look around the halls and saw the many heavy scorch marks that covered the room. Sanosuke was being awfully quiet as he stared at Saraune's unconscious form.
"Lady Maya!" she heard; she turned around to see Zarith running up to her in the corridor.
"Zarith! You're ok!" Maya exclaimed happily. "What about the kids?"
"The kids are fine. I've led them outside after defeating the exorcists and told them to wait there," Zarith told her. He turned his focus to Sanosuke. "Master Sanosuke, are you ok?" he asked. Much to their surprise, Sanosuke kept quiet.
"Sanosuke?" Maya called again, this time a bit weary as she walked up to him and placed a hand on his shoulder.
This seemed to snap Sanosuke out of his trance. He turned to Maya and Zarith and said, "Sorry, just thinking about something."
"We are done here. I've already asked Azazel to send some of the Grigori to help bring the kids back home." Zarith told the two before he said to them. "Good work you two. Now, we're going to get ready for the big meeting with those 3 factions tomorrow."
Maya smiled, hoping that she sees her cousin Himari again.
** Next day **
** At Class 2-B **
Keisuke checked to Saya, feeling stressed out.
"S-Saya? Are you ok?" asked Keisuke. "If there's something that you're stressed out over, you can always come talk to m-"
"Th-th-th-th-th-there's nothing I'm stressed over!" Saya yelled, catching attention of everyone in the classroom.
Luckily, Xarin arrived a few seconds later to begin the lesson.
** After school **
Kazuki was heading to an unusual place: a shrine. It's not just any shrine. This shrine is home to Akeno Himejima, to where she asks Kazuki to come over, but he wasn't alone.
Himari Noihara found an opportunity to come along, and she took it without hesitation.
"I don't know what that priestess is up to," said Himari. "But I bet it's no good."
"You don't know yet, Himari," said Kazuki as he and Himari began to climb up the steps to the shrine. "Besides, Akeno also told us that President is coming over after work today. In fact, I haven't seen a shrine in my life."
Himari was surprised.
"But aren't shrines bad for devils?" she asked. Kazuki could only shudder about that part, but since he's also part-Angel, it shouldn't be THAT bad.
It wasn't long before they saw Akeno at the top of the steps, although she was surprised to see Himari tagging along with Kazuki.
"Welcome, Kazuki and Himari," said Akeno, wearing her miko uniform. "Sorry for making you come on such short notice. My, my. You really look good in that yukata, Himari."
"Same to your miko outfit, Akeno," replied Himari, as she can see why Akeno is known as 'The Thunder Priestess'. "By the way, where's Buchou?"
"She'll be here after her final meeting with Lord Sirzechs, where Yuna, Rin, Chihaya, and Kuriko are also attending," said Akeno as they got to the shrine.
"Don't you have to be with her as well?" asked Kazuki.
"Not to worry. Your friends, the Maids, and Lady Grayfia are all good enough, so it's okay," said Akeno. "Besides, I must welcome somebody here."
"Somebody?" Himari asked as they got to the gate.
Kazuki passed through with some hesitation, but didn't appear to be harmed.
"Well, it looks like that I'm not affected," said Kazuki, feeling relieved.
"It's safe for Devils to come in here," said Akeno as she and Himari pass through the gate. "We have our way around these things."
"Wow. I didn't know that this shrine would be THIS big here," said Kazuki, looking at the shrine in awe.
Himari grew suspicious. "Do you really work here?"
"Actually, I live here," answered Akeno. "It was abandoned after its last priest passed away. Buchou held it on for me."
"So, this must be the famous Kazuki Shikimori," a new voice is heard.
"Wh-Who's there?!" Kazuki asked looking around. Then he, Akeno and Himari all saw 3 angels falling down towards them.
First is a handsome man with long blonde hair and green eyes, and has a special golden robe all over him, a big halo, and 12 golden wings, which means that he's an Archangel.
Next to him is an extremely beautiful woman with curly blonde hair and a voluptuous figure that would make MANY girls jealous and is known as the most beautiful woman in Heaven.
And the final one is an Angel Trainee, and is wearing a white dress. Even though she doesn't have any wings behind her, she still has a high possibility of being an Angel. She is a very kind and innocent person who believes that everyone is capable of love, including demons. She shows traits of being both an otaku and a ditz. She believes that love and kindness triumphs all.
"Nice to meet you two, Kazuki Shikimori and Himari Noihara," said the man.
"Golden wings?" asked Kazuki with his eyes widened.
"I am Michael, leader of the Angels, and to my right is my sister Gabriel, and to my left is our Angel Trainee, Flonne," said the man now known as Michael.
"It's a pleasure to meet you," said Gabriel, bowing down. Flonne did the same thing.
Himari couldn't help but becoming very jealous of Gabriel's huge breasts.
** In the shrine **
It was sunset, and everyone was inside, with the Angels on one side, and Kazuki, Himari and Akeno on the other side with the ladies sitting next to Kazuki's two sides.
"I really wanted to meet you, Kazuki," said Gabriel. "Even though you're a half-Angel, your powers have amazed us."
"Yes! Many of us are very fond of you!" said Flonne, feeling excited. "And the best part is that you have the sword that protects many of us Angels: The 10 Commandments Sword! Because of that, we're giving you this!"
As soon as Flonne finished, Akeno, Himari and Kazuki felt a dangerous aura, and a shining object appears above them. When the light dims down, it appears as another sword.
The sword caught Thyrus' attention.
{Kazuki! This is a Holy Sword, but in a dangerous way. It's a Dragon Slayer sword!} said Thyrus.
"That's right," said Gabriel. "After talking each other about this, we've finally decided to give you this: the Ascalon sword. Any Dragon who gets sliced by this sword loses its life immediately."
"So this is a sword that can hunt Dragons for a living and the equipment they use," said Himari.
"You're very good, Himari," said Michael, impressed. "Kazuki, we're giving this sword to you. Together with the 10 Commandments Sword, you'll be a formidable opponent."
"Why me?" asked Kazuki.
Michael explained, "We heard that the one who opposed us, the Welsh dragon had become a Devil, as well as Fallen Angel and an Angel, much to our biggest surprise. That has never happened before. Though you also possess the 10 Commandments Sword as well on top of that. The only one who knew where 10 Commandments Sword was, was God. As a greeting, and alongside that as a present, we're giving you this sword. From now on, you'll probably be targeted by Dragon class opponents and the Vanishing Dragon, and maybe even stronger opponents than them. With these two dragons, and the history you had, you might be the strongest and powerful host in history. We thought that this sword would be a good gift. Only once have the 3 Great Powers held hands together. That's during the time they defeated the Red and White dragon, as well as God finding the 10 Commandments Sword amongst those that fell during the battle. Since it was the two dragons whose trespassed into our battlefield and threw the battlefield into disarray."
"And ever since then, there had been no huge battles until the one with Kokabiel," said Gabriel, with the others remembering that incident.
"So that was a skirmish, then," said Himari as she remembers forcing the 10 Commandments Sword into Balance Breaker mode and killing Kokabiel.
"If this situation continues, all three of our lovely factions will cease to exist!" said Flonne. "I won't let that happen!"
The others sweat-dropped except for the Angels as they chuckled.
"Well, as you probably know," said Michael. "The Three Factions are only the largest of many mythical factions. I believe that this conference will be a great opportunity for us to work together, and stop war once and for all. So, please Kazuki, accept this Holy Sword."
"O-Okay, if you say so," said Kazuki as he walked towards the sword.
The Holy Sword moves closer to him, but it moves sideways making it point to a wall.
"Is it possible to merge a Holy Sword inside a Sacred Gear?" asked Kazuki.
[A Sacred Gear answers to its wielder's will. If you have the will to do it, it shouldn't be a problem.] said Ddraig.
{I've done it, so this shouldn't be a question.} agreed Thyrus.
"Well, okay…" said Kazuki doubtfully as he began to concentrate his Boosted Gear with the Ascalon Sword.
They both began to glow in a bright red light, in which Himari could see the sword going down into the Boosted Gear.
"Never would expect something like this…" said Himari. "They've fused together."
"Whoa!" said Kazuki as he looks at the new form of his Boosted Gear. The blade was now growing out of the gauntlet from the front portion of his back hand.
"We need to have some privacy, Kazuki and Akeno," said Michael.
With that, Kazuki and Akeno went into another room, leaving Himari with the 3 Angels.
"Now, we turn over to you, Himari," said Michael, surprising Himari for a little bit. "The way you used the 10 Commandments Sword. It's amazing. Especially when you went into Demon-Mode and fused your sword and the Commandments Sword and turned it into the Neo-Decalogue Sword."
"It's a possibility that God has done something special for you, as he knew that an unusual presence with a huge amount of power would appear, so he did it just for you," said Gabriel. "I believe that he said something about this sword before his final battle. Also, there's a special technique God created for this particular sword. It's called Supreme Juggernaut Overdrive."
"The form isn't like Juggernaut Drive, but it's still a little bit different. It won't cost you your life or sanity, and you can use it only if Kazuki finds permission from the first user of this Sword," continued Michael.
"Who is the first user?" asked Himari.
"Well, believe it or not, we don't know who, but we do know that the first user is either the Demon King or the First Monster Lord," concluded Flonne.
"Sad, but true," said Michael. "And I have a feeling that you'll all be seeing BOTH of them soon."
"Aw! I forgot to hug Kazuki…" whined Gabriel, feeling sad.
"Don't worry, we'll see him again soon," said Michael as he and the other Angels began to leave.
"Wait!" said Himari. "I need to ask you something."
"I'm afraid that we don't have enough time," said Michael. "However, I'll see you at the meeting."
With that, Michael, Gabriel and Flonne all disappeared.
"So, the Supreme Juggernaut Overdrive, huh?" asked Himari to herself. "I wonder if I can use it in my Super Form…"
** At another room **
10 minutes earlier, Akeno and Kazuki were alone as the Angels were talking to Himari.
"Here's some tea."
"Ah, thanks a lot."
Kazuki was turning the cup 3 times and drank the tea. To him it was quite bitter, but Akeno laughed with a low voice.
"Did you work with Michael and the others on the sword?" Kazuki asked.
"Yes, in this shrine the specific modification ceremony was held for Ascalon," she said. Kazuki knew that this conference is very important. Any why not? He wants this kind of peace as well. She must've worked hard on tuning the sword. It was then that Kazuki asked Akeno a curious question.
"Can I ask you something?"
"Yes, of course."
"It's about your dad," Kazuki said as Akeno's expression changed.
"...That's right. Originally I was born between the leader of the Fallen Angels, Baraqiel, and a human," she said. Kazuki knew that this was something difficult to talk about, but Akeno continued on.
"My mother was a daughter of a certain shrine of this country and was one of your grandmother's apprentices. I heard that on a certain day, my mother saved Baraqiel who had collapsed from injuries and from fate of that day I was born."
'So that's how her parents met' thought Kazuki, but he could see Akeno feeling too hesitant to talk more. He then saw Akeno spread her wings. He saw two different kinds of wings.
"They're dirty wings... The wing of a devil and the wing of a fallen angel, I possess them both," she said as she grabbed them with some feeling of spite. "Worse, Sanosuke has the wing of a Fallen Angel, and is almost suffering the same fate as I am.
"While hating these feathers, I met Rias and became a devil. Sure I've been getting along with Raynare and Kalawarner, as well as Sanosuke, although he could still feel some regret, but what was born from meeting Rias was the feathers of a fallen angel and devil, a more disgusting creature who possessed both. Fufufu, this may suit me who has dirtied blood flowing in her veins," said Akeno as she looked down.
"...How do you feel, Kazuki, after hearing that? Do you hate Fallen Angels? They almost killed you and Asia once, and tried to destroy this city once in which they almost did it, even though you forgave Raynare and Kalawarner, but I still don't know what your point of view is on that," she said very sadly.
"The only Fallen Angels I hate are a-holes like Kokabiel. I like you, Akeno. That's because you are you. Sure Raynare and her group almost killed me and Asia, but I already let that go. So don't worry, I won't blame an entire group because of one of them decided to do dangerous things. I'm not stupid," Kazuki said as he hugs her. Akeno was very surprised.
"I won't ask anymore. But I know that we'll have to deal with your father when the time comes. When it happens, I'll help you deal with it, okay? If necessary, Sanosuke will do so as well, as he lost his parents. I never disliked you and never will. Besides, if were talking about halves, I'm half-Angel and half-Fallen Angel as well, so that makes the 3 of us, including Sanosuke, and then there's Gasper. If you want to cry, then let me hold you until you're done, okay?" Kazuki asked Akeno. She then started to cry.
"...You said some killing words...After hearing all of that... won't I really, really get serious..." Akeno said as she gives Kazuki a lap pillow.
"Akeno...?"
"I have decided. I, Akeno Himejima, have decided. Kazuki, do you like Rias and your family and your friends?" she whispered into Kazuki's ear.
"What kind of question is that? Of course I do. That also includes my maids," answered Kazuki. "Though I have to be careful about how to handle things like this."
"Rias is serious, and so are Yuna, Rin, Kuriko, Chihaya, and Himari, just to name a few, so legal wife is impossible. There's a possibility of Asia and Kuesu being the legal wife as well so... I'm so far behind..." Akeno said.
"Hey, Kazuki."
"Yes?"
"I won't mind being your mistress."
"M-Mistress?"
"Yes. But I think that's a comparatively good position. There's a big feeling of unfaithfulness, so it'll be burning. Ufufu, Kazuki. Is it fine if I spoil you more? Or maybe something even more daring?" asked Akeno as she reveals her breasts in front of Kazuki, catching him off-guard.
"P-Please put your clothes back on!" Kazuki replied. "What if Himari comes out?!"
"I don't mind, Kazuki, but can you please hug me again?"
"S-Sure…" Kazuki replied.
"Thank you...I am happy, Kazuki..." said Akeno. She's now acting more like a normal girl than her usual Vice President of the club. But before they embraced themselves again, a powerful fireball was heading straight towards them. The two ducked in time. Kazuki could only guess who made that attack.
"Kazuki, may I ask what you are doing?"
It was Rias, Yuna, Rin, Chihaya, and Kuesu who made that attack and were all radiating auras. And if that wasn't bad enough…
"Master…What is this I'm seeing…?"
Himari saw the whole thing.
"Ummmm…" was all Kazuki could say before President, Yuna, Himari, and Kuesu all pinched his cheeks. HARD!
"Oweee!" yelped Kazuki.
"If you're asking about the sword," said Himari to President and the others. "He already got it, and the Angels already left."
"Good, then let's go!" said President Rias as she pulls Kazuki's left ear, while Yuna pulls Kazuki's right ear.
"Oh wait!" Kuesu yelled, stopping everyone. "I almost forgot! Remember that Bishop, Gasper Vladi?"
"Yeah," said President. "What about him?"
"I got back from Dr. Akai, and he told us that Gasper is one of the descendants of Count Dracula!"
"WWHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATTTTTT?!"
Rias, Akeno, Rin, Yuna, Kuesu, Chihaya, Kazuki, and Himari all gasped in shock!
** At Kuoh Academy **
It was late at night in the Research-Expedition club classroom, where Serena was going over the monthly report she had to make to the elders regarding the past month. She heard the door opened and saw Kaoru walking in.
"Hi, Serena, all the contracts for tonight have been taken care off," Kaoru reported in.
Serena smiled as she nodded.
"That's good. Thank you, Senior Kaoru, for taking care of it for me. The Elders have been breathing down my neck about this," Serena said as she held up the report for the Elders. "By the way, how's Sylvia doing with her contracts?" she asked after she placed the report back onto the table.
Kaoru smiled. "She's been doing well. Her customers have been happy with her interactions. I believe she enjoys her jobs too," Kaoru commented.
Serena nodded, agreeing before she saw on the table a small pink magic circle. It was a magic circle used for communications. Within the next few minutes, Serena gasped at the sudden news. It was about the conference.
** Next Day **
It was morning and through a light blue magic circle, Sanosuke appeared back at his room at home. He went to place his sword by a corner before he went to take off his coat and grey t-shirt, leaving him topless that gave view to his already toned, scarred and tattooed upper body. He inspected the ominous black tattoo again. The tattoo went from his upper arm and covered his pectorals and upper back.
He sighed.
He went and used it again. He had told himself to not use it unnecessarily but this time he was forced to use that. Was he not training enough? Maybe he needed to spend more time and perfect his ability with Blade Blacksmith.
He only had a few hours to sleep before the big meeting. His mind went to the recent request and what his target said and showed him. Fake peace? Fake truce? Saraune ranted on and on about that. Saraune could never understand that this was the best they could get without killing off the rest and upsetting the balance. Those snakes, though…
What could those snakes be? Just who are these terrorists that have the ability to boost their member's abilities?
Sanosuke sighed again, "I have a feeling that something bad is coming. And I bet that's going to be at the conference tonight. I better go see Vali first."
** Somewhere Else **
Tamamo-no-Mae, Shuten-Douji, Shakadou and his gang managed to pull the Evil Queen Marjoly and her lackeys to their team.
"Ah, excuse me. Can we have a little chat?"
The group all saw Kuesu's secretary; Unit 4 of the Defense Branch for Public Peace, Hyogo Kaburagi.
"Oh? Who are you?" asked Shuten-Douji.
"I'm Hyogo Kaburagi, Defense Branch for Public Peace Unit #4. I actually decided to give up that job and join you guys as well as I want to see the Ayakashi exterminated," said Hyogo.
"Well, this is interesting," said Shakadou.
"However," continued Hyogo. "In exchange, please don't harm the humans."
"That may be no promise," said Shuten-Douji. "But we'll try. However, we've got bigger things to take down. The Khaos Brigade."
"The Khaos Brigade?" asked Hyogo.
A group of Ayakashi, lead by an Oshira-sama named Zenju, all saw the group and decided to follow them secretly.
To be continued…
Next time on Magical Devils…
It's the unbelievable Season 2 Finale when the 3 factions finally meet, but they all got some special guests coming along as well!
As the meeting takes place, the Khaos Brigade begins to make their move, starting with Gasper and Koneko.
And later, as the groups fight back against the Magicians, led by Katarea Leviathan and the Evil Queen Marjoly, Vali begins to battle against Kazuki, while Zarith tests Keisuke's powers!
Plus, their main battles get interrupted by Marjoly's forces, forcing the Dragon Emperors and Dragon Lords to work together, and it comes to an unbelievable conclusion from Kazuki in a way that even he doesn't notice!
And, the biggest twist of all when Dr. Akai and his sister Shino reveals something shocking to the 3 Factions, as well as Sanosuke, Vali and his new buddy!
You won't believe how things are going to end here. Also, expect Kazuki and his friends to use all kinds of attacks that have never been seen before, as well as surprises from all sorts of directions! There will be footballs flying, riots in the streets, and a LOT of overkill attacks, all coming up on the Second Season finale of Magical Devils!
Aw man! The second-to-last chapter of the second season of Magical Devils is done! You guys won't believe how hard it was for me to make this chapter, but that is NOTHING compared to the next chapter, which is the calm before the storm, which will be the last one for now.
With that, it's Quickie Quiz time!
1. Flonne is from what video game series?
2. Gasper's name is based off of what classic ghost?
3. Gasper likes wearing a paper bag on his head. In what Peanuts special did the characters wear paper bags on their head?
First two are for 5 virtual cookies, while the second one is for 20 virtual cookies.
I have an important question/announcement to make, but first, here's Kazuki's harem.
Kazuki's Harem: Yuna, Kuriko, Rin, Chihaya, Rias, Akeno, Koneko, Asia, Raynare, Kalawarner, Xenovia, Irina, Kuroka, Ophis, Ravel, Rossweisse, Serafall, Gabriel, Liera Scharnhorst, Shino Akai, Himari Noihara, Shizuku, Lizlet L. Chelsie, Kuesu Jinguji, Kaya, Aya, Kasuri Kagamimori, Hisuzu Kagamimori, Ginko the wolf spirit, Chizuru Minamoto, Tamamo(Chizuru's mom), Kunou, Yasaka
Kazuki's Family: Tsuyuha Shikimori (Kazuki's sister), Hisae Shikimori (Kazuki's sister), Saori Shikimori (Kazuki's sister), Yua Shikimori (Kazuki's cousin), Madori Shikimori (Kazuki's cousin), Akidzuki Shikimori (Kazuki's ¾ relative)
Friends-with-benefits: Elizabeth, Grayfia(because of her resemblance of Kazuki's mom), Le Fey Pendragon, Gasper Vladi, Sona Sitri and the Student Council of Kuoh Academy, Yukihana, MMM organization, Shantae(half-genie), Yuriko(genie), Sanosuke Kiriya, Serena Asmoday and the Expedition Club, Rheena Seere and her Peerage, Abe Kiyome
Now! In this story, Gasper is one of the descendants of Count Dracula, and I have an important question to ask you.
Should I include some characters from Rosario + Vampire? (Namely, the Shuzen family?)
I did mention that I didn't want to add Moka, but NOW I'm having 2nd thoughts. Why? Because I'm figuring out if I should add the Fairy Tail organization to the Khaos Brigade. What do you think? Your reviews are important at a time like this.
We're getting ready for the Finals, in more ways than one. So with all that in mind, read and review, and no flames!