Hey everyone, I was betowed a miracle and managed to write this chapter in four days. Currently my plan is to continue the Genshin fanfic and the enslaved fanfic. In this chapter I introduce Shinano as well as a lot of crossover characters that will be used again in the future. As I've mentioned Alise's relationship with Bell will escalate rapidly.

Next chapter will focus another meeting, a date, Bell's and Alise's first night together, a tournament, a tag team fight and two new girls who fall in love with Bell.


Chapter 5 – Pass Parade, Ryuu And The Nine Tailed Fox

Night was approaching by the time they decided to announce their level ups to the Guild. Takemikazuchi giddily led his Familias along Astraea and her own children to the Pantheon. After Royman had offended Takemikazuchi once in the past, it had become the War God's favourite hobby to cause chaos and disorder in the Guild. Though some may call him petty, anyone would agree that Royman was the living definition of an asshole, even Astraea.

"Oh man, I can't wait to see the reaction on his face."

Bell could only chuckle while Alise clung to his arm, affectionately rubbing his cheek with her own. Behind them the men oof the Takemikazuchi Familia, Mikoto, Astraea, Ryuu and Kaguya all watched with jealousy at the couple. The red head just enjoyed showing off her relationship with the renard.

'My cheeky little captain. She's getting a little brazen isn't she?'

They soon arrived at the Guild, which was busy as usual, adventurers, civilians, merchants and outsiders populated the area inside the building inside. Spotting them enter was the Guild employee that had helped Bell previously when he was looking for Familias to apply to.

"Bell-san, it's been a while since I last saw you."

Seeing the half elf greet him, Bell approached her followed by the rest of the group.

"Hey Eina, actually this is perfect, could we submit the level up reports to you?"

The advisor was surprised but nodded.

"Of course."

Takemikazuchi then handed the papers to the advisor. It was only then that she noticed the two Gods.

"Astraea-sama, Takemikazuchi-sama, apologies for not noticing you."

"Fufu, don't worry you must have been too charmed by our renard here to notice. But careful, my captain won't give him up."

The teasing by Astraea caused the half elf to blush brightly.

"So it's true that Bell-san is dating Alise-san?"

"Yup."

Seeing her clinging to the renard was enough evidence but hearing it from Astraea directly simply helped her confirm the rumour.

"Ara but you are not denying that you were charmed?"

"Wah! It's not like that!"

"I'm just joking Eina."

The girl immediately proceeded to process the level up reports to distract herself from the unusual teasing of the Goddess of Justice.

"Why so busy today?"

Bell's question brought everyone's attention to Eina. Takemikazuchi and Astraea, along with their children, also perked up as they were genuinely curious as to why there were so many people today.

"Oh today we have special envoys from other nations. Diplomats, rich people, nobles, prince and princesses, in some cases Kings, Queens and Emperors as well."

"What brought this on?"

"Oh actually Astraea-sama was meant to be informed just about now as one of the leading Familias in Orario. But Evilus has been on the rise and it was necessary to have a meeting with every world power. Apart from Rakia and Telskyura, everyone else has come. You will probably be asked to join soon Astraea-sama. So will Freya-sama, Loki-sama and Ganesha-sama."

Honestly, it didn't come as a surprise to the Goddess. The situation with the evil organization was escalating every day and quickly at that. When she turned to see the way Alise wouldn't separate from Bell it clicked in her mind, a way to keep them together even during the meeting. After all, cheeky or not, she enjoyed seeing the smitten captain. So thinking about it, she still hadn't reported of Bell's actions being the cause of the tremors a couple of days ago.

'Perfect opportunity to bring Bell along to the meeting.'

Perhaps Alise had rubbed off on her, but she felt a weird pride in wanting to show off her captain and her boyfriend. Or perhaps there was something else at play. Either way, any thoughts were interrupted by the presence of an asshole. Actually, the asshole.

"Here to show off your meagre earning Takemikazuchi-sama? Or perhaps a failed expedition? I am so sorry to hear that. I'll reduce the costs of the failure as compensation for my mistake."

Everyone turned to the fat little elf that appeared behind Eina. His smug grin however, fell when spotting Astraea and seeing the smile on the War God's smile.

"Sorry Royman, but I'm here to report that the expedition was complete, our earnings incredible, all seven of my children levelled up and our Familia has been raised to C rank. Three level threes, three level fours and a level five. How do you like that now, eh Royman?"

For a moment he didn't believe it but when seeing the level up reports along with the humongous amount of magic stones and drop items, that had attracted other adventurers to watch in awe, his face paled. He never imagined he'd be able to pull off the impossible task.

However his eyes went even wider when he saw the list of drop items that remained after excluding those that had been handed in to the Guild as a requirement of the expedition. His eyes then scanned the exorbitant amount he had made through the magic stones alone.

"Haha, that's without the drop items, imagine that."

"Hmph, you just got lucky. Enough with you, what might bring you here Astraea-sama?"

The way he just disregarded caused the Familia to have a deep desire to slice him to ribbons.

"No reason, here to accompany my captain, she simply can't let go of Take's child after all."

The fat elf turned to see the famous Scarlet Harnel attached to a handsome white haired renard. What vexed him, however, was the fact that the renard was part of the Takemikazuchi Familia. But there was little he could do about it anyways so he just left defeated, only asking Astraea and her children to participate in the meeting that was going to take place four days from now.

"Seems you finally got one over him Take."

"That I did, but I owe all that to Bell and of course Alise. Thank you Astraea."

"No need Take, I'm doing this for my captain after all."

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"Alright. All done. Level ups have been reported and the amount of valis calculated. How will you handle it?"

"I will let Bell take it."

Hearing that the renard looked shocked.

"But this is the Familia's money no?"

"Not at all Bell. You did all the work, so all the money and drop items are yours to handle."

Bell then turned to Astraea.

"My Familia doesn't any money and it depends on Alise since she was the one who participated. Though I have an inkling that she will want something else."

"You're right, there is one thing I want in exchange for all of the work and waiting around I had to do."

The renard tiled his head and a smirk grew on her face.

"I want to have you all to myself for the next week. Spend time together, go on dates and cuddle together.

"And?"

The renard asked knowing there was more.

"I guess I'll require your warmth, hugs and kisses as well."

Bell blushed but smiled brightly.

"Deal."

Takemikazuchi and Astraea blushed hearing the requests of Alise. The two really had to get a room.

"In that case I'd like to split the money from the magic stones in half."

"Very well, considering the amount it will have to be put in chests, where would you like to have them delivered?"

"One half to the Hostess of Fertility the other half to this account."

Eina then nodded without questioning the chosen location.

"What of the drop items? Do you wish to trade them in?"

"No thank you. I'll take them with me."

Once the transaction was done the group of two Familias proceeded to the Hostess of Fertility to celebrate the successful expedition. On their way Astraea and her children began a conversation with Bell wanting to know more about him while Takemikazuchi praised his Familia for their battle. All the while Bell and Alise never let go of each other.

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As usual the Hostess was full of people, luckily Mama Mia had reserved a table for the two Familias. It was also no surprise to see Loki and her Familia being present, it was their favourite pub after all. But it was unusual to see Astraea and Takemikazuchi Familia sitting together, thus standing out amongst the people currently in the establishment.

While their orders were being served, Bell took the time to sneak out and talk to Mia about the arrangement of the money he had organised. She certainly was shocked to hear that he wanted to give her half of the entire earnings.

"You don't need to boy."

"Consider this a future investment for all the time I will require your help then."

Mia smirked before bursting into laughter.

"You sure know how to talk to me boy. Fine with me."

Returning her smile, he went back to sit next to Alise who immediately grabbed his hand. Loki from her place still find it a little hard to believe that Alise had found a boyfriend, but their love was infectiously cute. Many couldn't help but stare at the adorable display of love the two showed everyone.

"Say ahh~"

With a slight blush Bell followed Alise's request as she fed him.

"Ehehe, you're so cute Bell."

Ryuu stared at Alise still a little bewildered by her new personality. She was like a completely different person, but then again, she suppose this is what love did to a person. Lyra, however, was extremely happy as it gave her more 'teasing material.'

"Before I forget, Bell would you mind attending the meeting in three days alongside my Familia?"

"Eh? Will that be okay? I'm from the Takemikazuchi Familia and we're not even B rank yet."

"Don't worry, we were investigating what had caused the recent earthquake. Considering it was caused by you, I'll use that as an excuse to bring you along. My captain probably wouldn't focus otherwise."

"Astraea-sama!"

The red haired girl pouted as her Goddess made her more desperate than she was … probably.

"I see, I'll be attending then. Can't let Alise be distracted after all."

"Mou, meanie."

She poked his cheek repeatedly to annoy him, though it only managed to draw out giggles from him. She was too adorable in his eyes and realizing it was backfiring she decided to try the cold shoulder. That too, however, didn't last long as an embrace later she was instantly melting in his warmth and following whatever request he made of her.

"You're too easy Alise."

"You say that as if you would be any different."

"I don't. After all, I'd do anything for you sweetheart."

Hearing him call her sweetheart triggered a flip inside her, which she barely held back due to being in a public place. If not for that she knew she would have pushed him down to the ground and kissed him with all the love and passion in her heart. For now instead she simply went with a quick peck on his cheek.

"You two seriously need to get a room, though I worry that if we do we might end up with a dozen red haired renards running around."

The two blushed hearing Lyra speaking.

"Lyra!"

The rest of the night went by uneventfully. Loki and her Familia joined in on the celebrations at some point on behalf of Bell, gratefully accepting his offer. The members of the Takemikazuchi Familia were all awkward and tense throughout the entire time due to the presence of so many famous adventurers.

As the celebration came to an end the party broke up. Loki Familia returned home as did Takemikazuchi and Astraea Familia. On behalf of the Goddess' request however, Mia allowed Alise to stay with Bell in the Hostess and left reminding Bell to be there for the meeting with his armour and weapons.

"Don't worry Astraea-sama, I'll be there. Besides, Alise will just drag me there in case I forget."

"Fufu, true. Alright then see you in three days."

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"Have you not told her?"

"Told her what love?"

"About my tails."

Alise giggled and hugged Bell from behind.

"It was your secret so of course not. It's your decision whether or not you wish to tell her."

Bell couldn't help but smile before turning around wrapping his arms around her.

"Thank you sweetheart."

The flip was once again switched. Never letting go of Bell, Alise closed the door to his room and locked it. She brought the renard to the bed before pushing him down. Bell landed on the pillow and stared up to Alise whose image captured his heart. She wore her thin nightrobe that left little to the imagination, her curvy figure being clad in the moonlight which only highlighted her beauty.

"Bell. I want to go all the way tonight."

Hearing that made Bell's eyes widen before placing his hands on her shoulders stopping her from stripping down right there. The red head however, looked down saddened which made Bell's heart clench.

"You … don't want to?"

"It's not that Alise. You're beautiful and am the happiest man to hear that, but I don't want you to regret it."

"I would never!"

"Probably, but you don't know. Besides, I want it to be special for us. We have plenty of time this coming week and lots of dates to make this special."

Alise huffed before lying down on top of him and straddled him.

"Sorry Alise."

"It's fine."

But she kept pouting so cutely Bell nearly gave in. The renard grabbed her head and turned to him before pushing his lips onto hers, drawing a soft moan out of Alise.

"Better?"

"Mmh~ A bit more."

The went back to kissing for a few minutes before the red head pulled back.

"Alright, you're forgiven. But be ready, the more you wait, the more I'll need you to be mine."

"I know."

"Goodnight Bell."

"Goodnight Alise."

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Anya knocked on the door for the third time before deciding to peek inside. She pushed the door very quietly and looked with a blush at the sleeping form of Bell and Alise. The two were tangled together, with the captain of the Astraea Familia laying on top of Bell. The girl was so in love that even in her dreams and sleep she couldn't stop planting kisses on his cheek.

"Maybe I should leave them be for a little longer."

With that Anya closed the door again and went back down to tell Mia of the couple.

"Still asleep? It's nearly twelve."

Chloe complained as she had to work.

"Bah it's fine, it's their day off anyways. You, however, need to start working you dumb cat."

And so the two were left to cuddle for a bit longer by Mia. Unfortunately fate decided against that. Just then Takemikazuchi burst into the pub with several other Gods behind him as well as his Familia.

"Oy! What the hell do you think you're doing?! Huh? Takemikazuchi?"

"I'm really sorry Mia. I need Bell right now."

"He's upstairs sleeping, though you might risk a certain red head's wrath if you go up now."

"It's urgent!"

A small black haired Goddess behind him desperately pleaded her.

"Ugh. Anya go back up get Bell."

"Yes Mama Mia."

She ran up and slammed open the door, which somehow didn't even make them stir.

"Bell!"

She began poking his cheek until his eyes fluttered open.

"Anya?"

"Something urgent came up. Takemikazuchi-sama is asking for you."

"A-Alright."

Anya rushed back down while he got up, without waking the slumbering captain of the Astraea Familia and donned his armour. When he made his way down he made sure to have hidden his tails before being greeted with an unusual amount of people.

"Yawn, Take? What's the matter?"

He let out an adorable fox noise when he yawned but the situation seemed much too serious for anyone to dwell on it.

"That's-"

"Takemikazuchi-sama, please wait. I should be the one to tell him."

Ouka looked down in shame.

"Ouka? Why are you and Hephaestus-sama here? And who are the other Gods?"

"They are the Gods of the Hestia, Miach and Alpheus Familia."

"And why are they here? What has that got to do with you guys looking for me?"

"The thing is that we were back on the twenty seventh floor testing out our new levels when Hiroto got injured and suddenly lots monsters started appearing. We were being pushed back as irregulars started appearing. That is why started running but a horde chased us when we ran through the party composed of the Hestia, Alpheus and Miach Familia. The room shook as others irregulars started spaw-"

"Wait, wait, wait, now slow down a second. Ouka … are you telling me you pass paraded another party?"'

"They were a party of second class adv-"

"Ouka! Did you pass parade them?"

The roar was terrifying and could have easily put a monster rex to shame. It was no surprise how everyone jumped as the sudden change scared everyone in the room. They had seen many sides even his vicious one, but none struck more fear into the people at the pub than his enraged state. His ears and fur stood straight, his tail violently swung around while his snarl was accompanied with an icy glare that froze everyone's blood. What followed was the venomous hiss that demanded to know the truth.

Ouka looked down in shame and fear as he felt a horrible pressure crush him. Even Takemikazuchi was surprised to see such a change, but it was no wonder, as his captain had just gone against every principle he lived by: to help and save others. To always put others before you.

"Yes."

"How could you?"

His voice was much deeper and fiercer than his usual mellow tone. The thunderous voice woke up Alise who immediately equipped her armour and sword before rushing down. Mia pulled her aside and informed her of what happened while Bell stared down Ouka.

"Please wait! I don't blame them for what they did, it only matters to me that my children are saved. So please help them!"

The small black haired Goddess he assumed to be Hestia pleaded him to save them. The other God and Goddess behind her also agreed.

"One of my children was also with them."

Hephaestus stood next to Hestia.

"As the Familia responsible of course we'll help you. Where were they when you last saw them?"

"Twenty fifth floor. Fighting against the Amphisbaena."

That caused Bell and Alise to turn to him.

"I defeated the Amphisbaena during the expedition, there should still be a few days left before it respawns."

"Yes, but I forgot to tell you it was an irregular, with black skin-"

"You forgot to mention that it was one of the irregulars that spawned?!"

When Ouka didn't reply and only stared at the ground Bell felt like pulling his hair out.

"Is there someone else we're meant to wait for?"

"Yup! That would be me!"

Tsubaki entered the room in that moment and dropped a weapon on the table.

"Tsubaki?"

"Yup one and only. Now Bell, I hope you brought me some drops from the lower floors. I'll make you the best sword then."

"I'll show you after we deal with this."

"Got it."

"Please, please. I beg you to save my children."

Hestia begged the three first class adventurers.

"Please do not worry. We will do our best, right?"

"Course, Welfy is down there. My Goddess would be heartbroken if that happened."

The Gods thanked the them while Hephaestus made sure to bonk her captain. The Takemikazuchi Familia along the two first class adventurers followed Bell as they headed for the dungeon. They did not waste any time as they began sprinting at speeds that level twos wouldn't be able to perceive.

"Did something just pass by us?"

"No idea what you're talking about man."

Civilians and low level adventurers alike were left confused as the rescue team darted across the streets, heading right for Babel. They landed at the entrance of the dungeon startling all adventurers that were around.

"Let's go! The beautiful Alise shall lead the way!"

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"I can't believe they fucking pass paraded us! Those Far Eastern bastards! I'mma tear those assholes to shreds when I see them again!"

"Onee-chan you shouldn't do that."

"Of course I have to Emma. You saw what those sacks of shits did right?!"

"But their member seemed injured."

"That doesn't matter!"

A purple haired woman cussed, pouring her heart or hatred out, while slashing at the countless monsters that chased them. Her sister in the meantime trying her best to calm her down, though it wasn't resulting successful.

Just about three hours ago, the Takemikazuchi Familia had led a massive mob of monsters to them, filled with a variety of monsters and irregulars. To say she along with the rest of her party was less than thrilled was an understatement. Many of their members were exhausted and injured, some critically and were currently being carried. Though a large group, they were slowly being overran by the infinite influx of monsters.

They were on the twentieth fourth floor on the way back to the eighteenth when the monsters arrived. But with the persistent assault they were forced to go down the twenty fifth floor. However, the problem started when an Amphisbaena appeared. Black like the void, its red eyes locked onto them.

'Oh no.'

Their party consisted of level threes, twos and ones. Not only were they too weak to face a regular amphisbaena, they were exhausted and injured, but the main problem was that it was an irregular monster rex.

"Onee-chan, what do we do now?!"

"Run!"

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The three first class adventurers were running ahead of the Takemikazuchi Familia, who could barely keep up with them as it was. Then Bell and Alise made it more challenging when they decided to turn it into a competition.

"Say love wanna see who gets there first? Who is faster, me with my fire enchantment or you with your frosty skill."

Bell smirked when he heard his girlfriend.

"Sure, I will show how amazing this handsome fox of yours is."

"Wait, are you two serious?"

""Yup!""

Just like that Alise burst into flames before dashing forwards at speeds that few level sixes could compete with. Bell wasn't far behind as he turned into a small ball of mist before shooting forwards faster than an arrow.

"Man those two are unbelievable. Truly a couple made in heaven."

"We shouldn't fall too far behind Bell-dono and Alise-dono."

"Hahaha, you're right."

Tsubaki then increased her speed to catch up to the other two, shocking the samurai as they were left behind in the dust. Sometimes it was hard to remember that the captain of the Hephaestus Familia was a level five adventurer as well as being as a smith.

"Let's go Ouka-dono."

"Right!"

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The group, now running for their dear life from the Amphisbaena, was comprised of sixteen people altogether: eleven members of the Alpheus Familia, one of the Hephaestus Familia, one of the Miach Familia and three of the Hestia Familia.

Despite trying their best, the monster rex had caught up to them and engaged them in a battle. However, during the clash between the party and the dragon type monster, the battlefield had collapsed bringing everyone down to the twenty seventh floor.

"Onee-chan, what do we do now?"

"We have no choice Emma, we have to defeat the Amphisbaena unless you want to leave the injured behind and make a run for the safe area below."

The girl called Emma shook her head, not wanting to leave behind her friends.

"Sophia watch out!"

A spear flew next to the girl who kept cussing, killing a monster that had snuck up behind her.

"Tha- Oriana move!"

When the blonde haired girl turned around she spotted one of the irregular lizardmen swinging a scimitar at her. Seeing it come without any chance to dodge it, she closed her eyes. Her death however, didn't come as a white ball of frost landed on the monster squashing it as the renard turned back just before impact.

"Are you okay? Hmm? Ara, umm, Oriana was it? Are you okay?"

The young knight looked up at the renard and couldn't help stare. She hadn't noticed the first time she was saved by him, but he was much more handsome than she thought. A face comparable to a God, long silky hair and bright rubellite eyes that shone like gems. As he extended his hand she couldn't but believe this was the work of fate, love at first sight she would say.

"Y-yes, thank you."

She took his hand and got back up. Sophia and Emma approached the two when they saw two more monsters heading right for them. But they didn't have the time to shout and warn them as one was slapped to death by the renard's tail while the other was cut down by a dart of fire.

"Alise Lovell?!"

Emma had always been a fan of the Astraea Familia and meeting their captain was like a dream come true. She watched the red head pout before approaching and jabbing the giggling renard.

"Hehe, seems like I win Alise."

"Mou, you only won because I ran into a monster."

"A loss is a loss."

A roar then brought them out of their flirting.

"Mine!"

"You already killed it last week."

"But you killed the Goliath on our way back. Remember we agreed that we alternate, so whoever last killed a monster rex lets the other have it. That means this one is mine. Besides its great to test and get used to my level up."

"Mou it's not fair, you get all the good ones."

"I'll make up for it later today."

"Fine."

Alise then pulled the renard in and captured his lips with her own shocking everyone there who were not aware of her relationship with Bell. She had no problem with publicly showing her affection for him, though it was just as embarrassing as it was for Bell.

Oriana's dream of her first love fell apart just as quick as it was born, right before her eyes as another woman claimed him. She felt her heart shatter but made sure to not show it to the other members, not that any of them noticed her admiration for the boy.

Bell ran to the monster shocking everyone as he didn't unsheathe his weapon. Their shock was elevated to another level when he slugged the Amphisbaena and knocked the entire body into the wall. Bell then proceeded to use his fists and tail to smack around the monster rex.

As other monsters began arriving, Alise took control of the frontline while having the exhausted members pull back. She single handedly dealt with the hundreds of monsters, showing her swordsmanship. However, more monsters began flooding in from areas.

"More monsters!"

"Leave them to the rest of our reinforcements."

As she said that Tsubaki slammed into the horde and killed a dozen with a single slash of her blade.

"Tsubaki?!"

"Hey Welfy, got more guys here to help you."

That's when the rest of the Takemikazuchi Familia arrived. It was to no one's surprise that Welf and Sophia looked shocked.

"What are they doing here?!"

"Yeah, they got our asses in this mess in the first place!"

Tsubaki however, was fast to stand them down.

"I know you're angry, but they are sorry and they do feel guilty. Otherwise they wouldn't have warned your Familias, gathered people to rescue you and come down themselves."

"I'd rather die than be saved by them. They can't be that much stronger than us anyways."

"Except they are. They have three level fours."

"I'll fight all of their Familia to show you I'm stronger."

"Then tell me Sophia, do you think you can beat him as well then?"

She pointed to the renard who was smacking the monster rex across the face with his tail.

"He's also a member of their Familia?!"

"He is and the reason you're alive as well as the reason why Alise is here helping you."

"Tch."

"For now focus on getting out of this one."

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It had taken thirty minutes for the reinforcements to annihilate the remaining monsters. The only threat remaining being the monster rex, which was currently having a less than fun time with Bell. Everyone had gathered to watch the renard beat the Amphisbaena.

As it turned out, the only enhancements that the Amphisbaena got were the ability to regenerate and a third head that could shoot a beam of acid that melted everything it came into contact with. But other than that, it was no different than the regular Amphisbaena.

"Time to end it!"

With one last swat of his tail he knocked the monster rex down and chanted his magic spell, which unleashed a spinning frosty wind that cut up the monster from head to tail. The monster popped into a cloud of white dust leaving behind its magic stone, signalling the end of the fight. They all cheered for the renard, while Alise went attached herself back to Bell, wrapping her arms around him.

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The group was now heading back to the surface. The Takemikazuchi Familia stayed at the very back, avoiding the other Familias who currently didn't have the best impression of them. Meanwhile, Bell, Alise and Tsubaki were at the front with Welf, Sophia, Emma and Oriana.

"I apologise on behalf of my Familia Oriana."

"Oh no, I couldn't let you take responsibility for that."

"She's right. You weren't there, nor are you the captain and you also came to save us. So we owe you one."

Welf grinned at him.

"Wipe that smirk before you get any weird ideas, he's my customer."

Tsubaki made it clear who his smith was causing the man to grumble.

"That is not why I was saying that. But seriously its not everyday you see a person beating the shit out of a monster rex like that."

"Hmph, I suppose what Welf says is true."

Even Sophia couldn't refute the fact that they owed Bell a lot for saving them. Emma on the other hand was much more open and happy with their situation.

"Thank you so much! It was also amazing seeing you fight with the Amphisbaena. And Alise too!"

"Sorry about my little sister, she is a fan of the Scarlet Harnel. By the way I'm Sophia Flores. Captain of the Alpheus Familia. This is my sister Emma Flores."

The group exchanged greetings, each member of the Familia presenting themselves to the first class adventurers, many of which were fans of Alise. But the moment that was over, Alise grinned and puffed her chest out proudly.

"Hear that Bell? I have admirers."

The renard only giggled before giving her hand a squeeze.

"Well let us return to the surface."

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It had taken a few hours and it was just past four o'clock. When they finally exited the dungeon, they were greeted by Takemikazuchi, Hestia, Alpheus, Miach, Hephaestus and surprisingly Astraea. She had apparently learnt of the situation after she went to pick up her captain.

"Astraea-sama. What brought you here?"

"You two of course. You see, since you two will both be at the meeting in two days, I want you to come with the rest of the Familia to buy more ornamental equipment. For show rather than utility. And perhaps something for your dates as well."

Alise looked ecstatic and before anyone could say anything she grabbed Bell's hand in her right and Astraea's in her left before dragging them off. Everything Bell had intended to say to Ouka was forgotten soon after, not that he would escape a severe punishment by Takemikazuchi. The other Gods and their respective Familias also lost the opportunity to thank the two, but guessed there was little they could do now.

"Well there they go."

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Bell awkwardly shifted as he sat in a tailoring shop, but what made it embarrassing for Bell was the company. He was surrounded by the girls of the Astraea Familia, Alise holding on his right arm, while Astraea took his left, saying she needed an escort. All around clothes and underwear for women filled his vision. All the female customers giggled as they stared at him while the girls of the Familia tried different outfits and asked for his opinion.

Bell did his best to give his honest opinions praising them when they showed their clothes to him. It was also at this time that he truly noticed how everyone in the Astraea Familia was beautiful, but he quickly shook his head to remove the impure thoughts.

The girls all blushed and giggled at the praise and gave him a little twirl. Seeing the red renard caused Alise and Astraea to giggle as well. Then came Kaguya and Ryuu, who entranced Bell with their new outfits.

Kaguya wore a violet sleeveless kimono with golden trims. While the backside had long flaps flowing down her back side to her ankles, the front was left stopped halfway down the thighs. Alongside that she wore dark purple tights that stopped before the bottom of the kimono allowing for a little bit of her thighs to be exposed. A purple rose beautifully kept her side ponytail tied and a red sash held the kimono up. Armoured vambraces covered her forearm while metal tassels protected her shoulders. To add to her style, she had a mantle flowing down her left side.

Ryuu on the other hand, wore a white, gold and blue outfit. For an elf, and Ryuu specifically, it showed a lot more skin than she was used to. The outfit was sleeveless, with the wraps holding the outfit going around her neck. It left her shoulders and the top of her back exposed. The shorts coupled with the tights left her thigh exposed down to the knee. The armour covered her forearms and chests, while still leaving a good amount of her cleavage for the world to see. Like Kaguya, she had a mantle that flowed down her right side, to give her that heroic look. For the first time Bell could remember, the elf pulled her hair back into a ponytail with a blonde bang flowing down each side of her face.

"What do you think Bell?"

"You look beautiful Kaguya, like a princess."

"Fufu, thank you Bell."

Kaguya blushed a little and pecked his cheek shocking all the members there, though Alise didn't seem to mind. She couldn't help the blush when she heard the earnest praise.

"W-what a-about me, Katsuki-san?"

Ryuu fiddled with her fingers, looking away as a massive blush took over her face. Bell froze for a moment before smiling.

"You look gorgeous Ryuu-san. A true fairy that represents justice. Also just call me Bell."

Ryuu exploded in a blushing mess, steam blowing out of her twitching ears.

"Ara Bell, was Alise not enough for you?"

"N-no that is not what I-"

Astraea began patting his head affectionately while showing a warm smile.

"I was just joking, I know you're too kind and loyal to go cheating on my little captain."

The renard pouted at the Goddess before Alise got up.

"Alright my turn now!"

When she came out she wore a white sleeveless shirt under a red jacket. Black shorts with long brown boots that reached all the way up to her knees. Her new white and golden armour set covered her shoulder, forearms, waist and chest, while leaving a generous amount of cleavage. A long red mantle flowed down her back, giving her a heroic vibe like Ryuu. To finish the outfit she put on a pair of beige fingerless gloves. A brown sash tightly wrapped around her hips showing off her curves.

"What do you think of your girlfriend?"

Bell got up and wordlessly wrapped his arms around her, bringing her in close. He then whispered accidentally using his most sensual tone.

"I love it. You look stunning my love."

She giggled before returning the hug.

"But didn't you tell Astraea-sama that you wanted to buy some extra clothes?"

"Nope. That's for tomorrow's date, thus a secret. I want it to be a surprise for you after all."

"Tomorrow?"

"Is it a problem?"

"Nope, I'm sure we'll have fun."

The Goddess then got their attention with a fake cough. Seeing their position the two blushed a little and separated, but not without holding hands.

"I hope you can give me a little review as well."

"I believe no matter what you wear you will always look pretty."

"Fufu, thank you Bell."

Astraea then tried her own custom outfit. She came out and gave a twirl before looking at her children and Bell to see their reaction. Seeing their wide eyes and mouths she gave a satisfied giggle. Her outfit was completely white with golden trims. It wrapped around her neck down her chest, leaving her collarbone, shoulder and the top of her back exposed. The dress went down in a wide skirt made of many layers of frills that reached all the way down to her ankles. The golden insignia of her Familia was boldly imprinted over the stomach.

"You look gorgeous kami-sama."

"Thank you girls. Now I believe it's a certain renard's time to shine?"

Bell perked up before he was dragged by Astraea and Alise to one of the changing rooms.

"Now put this on, okay?"

"Okay."

The girls all giddily waited for the beast person to come out. Astraea had gone for a Far Eastern look for Bell. When he came out holding his tail out of embarrassment the girls all yelped at how cute he was. He wore a full Far Eastern attire, nagagi, haori and hakama, all of which were white with red imprints and flower patterns. Hidden below the hakama he had armoured greaves while below the long sleeves he had vambraces. A rubellite belt held his hakama up while a chest plate protected his thorax and stomach. Like Kaguya he also had shoulder guards and a mantle flowing behind him. He looked a prince out of a fairy tale.

"Kya! Bell you're so cute!"

Alise dove on the renard making him jump as her arms wrapped herself around him.

"You look very handsome Bell."

"T-thank you Astraea-sama."

"Now, how about we head home?"

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"Is this really okay? For me to stay at your manor?"

"Don't worry Bell, though the girls here have little experience with men, as none of them have dated or kissed a man before, the girls all seem to be okay with you. Besides, tomorrow you're going on a date with Alise, while the day after you're attending the meeting with our Familia, so you might as well just stay with us. And I already contacted Mia to let her know."

"I-I see. Alright, thank you very much Astraea-sama."

Alise behind them giggled before moving next to Astraea and bumping her into Bell.

"Hya!"

The sudden scream caused Bell to immediately react and wrap her in his tail, his arms going around waist. Astraea stared at the red irises, inches away from hers. A blush sprouted on her face as she was inches away from kissing the boy. Bell quickly backed up, which left her a little disappointed.

'Wait why am I disappointed?!'

"Alise! What are you doing?!"

Ryuu rushed up to the three as Alise gave her a suggestive wink.

"Ara, you want in as well Lion? I saw how you blushed when he praised you."

"Hii!"

The elf was once again blushing madly when she heard Alise.

"A-Alise, I don't t-think that was appropriate, he's your boyfriend."

Alise then went up close to Astraea whispering in her ear.

"Isn't he the ideal man? Isn't he the ideal partner of the Goddess of justice? Justice and heroism incarnate. Pure and innocent, the perfect man for you. I wouldn't mind sharing with you Kami-sama. Didn't you feel disappointed when Bell backed up instead of closing the distance as his soft lips captured yours in a searing kiss as he hungrily devoured you?"

The Goddess turned into a blushing mess as she imagined herself doing that with Bell.

"A-Alise, t-that's enough."

"Hehe, do think about that."

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Luckily the rest of the day was uneventful, with dinner being the only interesting time as Astraea and Ryuu blushed, not being able to meet the renard's eyes. As soon as the dinner was over, the two girls excused themselves and rushed out.

The rest of the night was spent exchanging stories before everyone retired for the night. Alise dragged the renard to her room and used him as a pillow, intimately kissing and snuggling before sleep took them both to their dream world.

.

When Alise woke up her eyes opened to see the handsome face of a sleeping renard. She caressed his cheek before brining her lips up to his and tenderly kissing him. She was about to break the kiss when a hand grabbed the back of her head and deepened the kiss.

"Mmh~ Good morning Bell."

"Good morning Alise."

The two stretched and got up. The stretching form of Alise in her sleepwear under the sunlight turned Bell on. He couldn't stop from hugging her from behind before pulling her in a deep kiss, his tongue swirling inside her mouth. Alise was surprised by his sudden assertiveness but now she understood how to turn him on and she had to admit, she loved how aggressive he was when he was horny.

"Bell~"

She turned and pushed him back down on the bed before straddling him and going back to kissing him. The two were once again too into the kiss to hear the knock. The door opened and Ryuu came in to wake her captain up only to remain flustered as she watched the passionate exchange. Her eyes fixed on their connected lips and the way Alise grinded her hips against his.

'H-H-H-How l-l-lewd!'

She immediately left the room closing the door behind her. Meanwhile, Bell and Alise kept the exchange going for a few minutes before they broke apart.

"Sorry Alise. I don't know why but when I saw you like that I couldn't hold back."

"I loved it. Now let's go, the others are probably waiting already."

The two separated and began changing when Astraea passed by with a groggy look and bed hair on the way to the bathroom. She yawned as she passed by the opened door. With the tail eye she Alise changing while Bell hugged her from behind using his nine fluffy tails to fully wrap.

'Wait wha-'

Astraea stopped as she passed the doorway, did a doubletake and walked back to look into the room to confirm what she had just seen. There Bell with his single tail around her waist, his hands around her stomach and collarbone as he pecked her cheek.

'Must have imagined it.'

"Phew that was close."

"Yup too close Bell."

With a nod the two finished changing clothes and reached the dining room. The room was lively with chatter and smiles, to the exception of an elf who looked down at her food with a blush. No matter how the other members tried they couldn't pry anything out of the flustered fairy. The Goddess had cleaned herself was now sat at the head of the table.

"Now, I believe its best we break the news to our dear captain."

Astraea smiled brightly but something about her words terrified Alise.

"Allow me to as the vice-captain to do that. Alise seeing as you shirked a lot of your duties as captain and member of the Astraea Familia I hope you're ready for what is to come."

Alise shivered hearing that.

"But Astraea-sama said that was time off!"

"It was. An entire week off. That is why we are not punishing you nor forcing you to make up for it. We're just saying that you need to be ready to resume your duties. Starting now."

"Fine when do I- Wait! Now?!"

"Yup, I know you had a date in mind that is why you'll start now, work hard and finish before noon so you can go with Bell on your date."

Alise looked to Bell with a pleading look but was intercepted by Astraea.

"Oh no, Bell will not be there with you. It is your duty as captain and something Bell shouldn't have to be helping you. Besides I have other things to talk to him about."

Kaguya then grabbed Alise by the collar before dragging her off to her office. The red head wailed and flailed around as she despaired calling for Bell to help him. The others all watched pitifully as she was took away.

"Now Bell, in the meantime why don't you get used to your level up by sparring with some of my girls?"

"That would be great Astraea-sama. Who will I be sparring with?"

"Since both Alise and Kaguya are unavailable and Lyra is out on a mission you can spar with some of the level four members and Ryuu who is level five."

He turned to the mentioned elf who the moment their eyes met she blushed and immediately looked away.

"Is something the matter Ryuu?"

"N-No nothing at all B-B-Bell."

The Goddess and the renard tilted their head seeing her flustered state but simply shrugged.

"Then get your weapon, meet us in the courtyard when you're ready Bell."

Bell grabbed his sword and met the remaining girls, who were not on a mission or on patrol, all ready to spar with him. His eyes unwillingly moved to Ryuu who wore her typical green outfit with her loose blonde hair with Alf's Lumina at her side.

"Is something the matter Ka- Bell?"

"No just thought you look pretty in this outfit."

The way he said that with a straight face caused Ryuu to burst into a blush once again.

'Is he trying to flirt with me?!'

As she thought that, the memory of Alise and Bell making out played out in her head before her fantasies took over. She imagined the same memory but instead of Alise, it was her making out with Bell. The blush on her face and the lack of response prompted Bell to place a hand on her forehead.

"Ryuu-san are you okay?"

Feeling the warmth of his hand she snapped out and distanced herself.

"Sorry, I'm ready to spar whenever you are."

"I think you need to rest Ryuu-san, let me spar with the others first. Once you're sure you're ready we can spar."

Saying that he approached the closest member, Neze, who stared at him with a bewildered after he touched the elf without getting smacked. He tied the sheathe to the sword tightly so it wouldn't come off the blade even if he swung it with all his strength.

'I let him touch me? And I didn't react violently? Why did I not slap him away?'

A million questions swam through her head.

.

Bell had thoroughly beaten every member of the Astraea Familia. To the girl's pleasure, Bell offered a lap pillow every time he knocked someone out. If only he knew that Alise could see it happen from the window of her office, causing her to pout at the unjust situation.

After providing one last lap pillow to Noin he turned to Ryuu who was still a little red in the face. He approached her to see if she was ready to spar. Astraea in the meantime watched the spars with a smile, though she had to admit that she was a little sad to see her members getting knocked out.

"Are you okay Ryuu-san?"

The blonde elf looked up and nodded.

"Are you sure? You're still red."

"I'm fine Bell. Let us spar. But I warn you, I tend to take things too far."

With a small smile Ryuu got in position opposite of Bell as she readied herself. She had seen enough to know Bell was extremely skilled and knew how to quickly adapt. She raised her wooden sword dashed forwards. Her first strike was dodged so was the second and the third. The fourth was blocked the fifth deflected. As soon as the attack was redirected the counter attack came immediately, hitting her arm, which caused her to have to back up.

To say she was surprised was an understatement, but the momentary distraction costed her another hit to the leg as the renard sprinted forwards with unbelievable speed. She retaliated by slashing but missed as he jumped back. And so the sparring continued, back and forth they traded blows.

While Bell maintained his advantage, landing more hits than he received, Ryuu also began getting the hang of it. Though it was clear who was going to win the match was heated and all the Astraea Familia watched in awe at the battle. It was ten minutes since the battle started that the incident happened.

"Say Ryuu-san, is something the matter? Did I offend you?"

The elf dodged a strike before her eyebrow arched up.

"What do you mean Bell? And just call me Ryuu please."

"It's just that you've been acting weird since this morning."

He thrusted his blade towards Ryuu who deflected the strike.

"At breakfast you would avoid looking at me. And you've been red in the face since I first saw you this morning. Even now when we arrived in the courtyard. Was it perhaps the fact that I was too forwards with the praise? Or maybe because I touched you earlier? I'm really sorry I forgot that as an elf you probably don't like physical touch."

The elf felt like an idiot for making the renard worry that much, but telling him the truth was going to be equally embarrassing, for both her and him.

"No, no. Not at all Bell. If anything I'm sorry for making you worry like that."

Throughout the conversation the two never stopped swinging their weapons at each other. Stabs, slashes, punches and kicks, the two threw attacks after attacks while maintaining the conversation, but slowed down as Ryuu prepared to tell the truth.

"You see, I couldn't face you after …"

"After?"

"This morning."

"What about this morning?"

"I s-saw."

"Saw what exactly Ryuu?"

"You and Alise."

"Me and Alise?"

"K-K-K-Kissing on the b-b-b-bed."

"Kyun!"

The renard burst into a blushing mess just as she thrusted towards his head.

"Bell?!"

Ryuu swung her arm down to avoid the vulnerable Bell. But swinging the arm down was a fatal mistake. The sword hit the ground suddenly stopping her forwards motion, that caused her to stumble on her feet before falling forwards. Bell in his flustered state could not react to Ryuu's body flying towards him and the inevitable happened.

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Astraea, Noin, Neze and Maryuu watched from the side lines at the amazing fight. Kaguya and Alise were also watching from the window with great interest. What amazed the level four members even more was how they were having a conversation, not that they could hear it. Then suddenly Bell's face turned red and his attention on the fight lost.

"Bell?!"

The girls all shouted worried and in that moment they saw Ryuu's sword heading for his face just before Ryuu forced it out of the way to not injure the renard. However, as Ryuu crashed into Bell with her body, so did her face, her lips landing right on the boy's own pair. The two fell to the ground with a searing kiss silencing any shout or yelp that would have been heard otherwise.

"Ryuu?!"

The girls and Astraea watched with red faces as the two laid on the ground locked in a kiss. Their eyes fluttering open as they regained their bearings before their gazes met. From the office, Kaguya watched with wide eyes and her fan covering her mouth. She slowly turned to see Alise trembling, her eyes hidden behind her bangs.

'Oh oh.'

.

'Ugh.'

Ryuu felt a comfortable and pleasuring warmth capturing her lips. When her eyes opened she saw a pair of rubellite orbs staring back at her. Their hands were snuggly intertwined as their kiss continued. Then realization set in and the two blushed bright red like an apple before the elf sat up straight, unknowingly straddling his waist, her butt sat on his crotch.

"B-B-B-B-Bell?! I-I-I'm so s-sorry! I didn't m-mean to k-k-kiss you!"

The renard however, couldn't speak, far too embarrassed and ashamed to utter a word.

"Ryuu?!"

The girl looked to her left as the voices of her fellow Familia members finally reached her flustered ears. As she looked towards Astraea, she caught a glimpse of Kaguya and then Alise, turned towards her and trembling. The sight caused her face to lose all colour, the thought of driving a wedge in between Bell's and Alise's relationship made her heart drop.

"R-Ryuu. Could you p-please get off m-me?"

She looked down to see herself in a very compromising situation.

"Kya!"

The blonde fairy jumped to her feet and away from Bell. Astraea crouched down and helped the white haired boy sit up when both also noticed the dark form of Alise staring through the window. The sight made them gulp, but they knew they'd have to go explain the situation to her.

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Alise stood before Bell and Ryuu, who were sat on the ground. Kaguya and Astraea watched from the edge of the room. Silence. No words had been said since they came in and the tension was thick so thick you could cut it with a knife.

"Astraea-sama, Kaguya, could you two leave?"

The two wanted to say something but seeing the red haired girl stopped them from voicing any protests. Once the door behind the close her eyes found Bell, who could feel her stare despite looking at the ground.

"Bell! How could you do that with Ryuu?!"

Hearing her shout made Bell bow down in a perfect dogeza before apologizing.

"I'm really sorry Alise! I swear I didn't mean for that to happen. You're the only one I love I promise!"

"Please wait Alise! It's my fault, my words caused him to lose concentration. Then I stumbled and accidentally k-kissed him but that wasn't his fault! Please, I would hate nothing more than make trouble for yours and Bell's relationship! I'll take any punishment so please forgive Bell!"

"Oh? Any punishment?"

Her voice dark and full of anger.

"Yes any punishment!"

The two only deigned themselves to look up to her knees and could see her shake and prepared for the worst, but what came next was not what they expected. A strained noise turned into a giggle before turning into laughter. Alise held her stomach with one hand while wiping away a tear with a finger of the other hand.

"Eh?"

The two looked up at the captain of the Astraea Familia full of confusion.

"Y-You're not a-angry?"

Hearing the question of her beloved, Alise grabbed his hand and pulled him up, pushing his body against hers before tightly wrapping her arms around him and drawing him in for a deep wet kiss. Reclaiming his lips as hers. The elf watched with wide eyes and a blush at the passionate exchange. The captain pulled back but kept her face close enough for the tips of their noses to touch.

"Nope. Though I have to say I was a little surprised when the two of you suddenly kissed. But no I'm not mad. But man was that funny, also you do realize I saw the entire thing from here, right?"

"But why? He's your boyfriend and I just kissed him!"

"Because it was you Ryuu. Hehe, I was planning to hook you with Bell so it was a surprise when my plans suddenly advanced much quicker than I thought."

"Wah?!"

The elf burst into a blushing mess yet again.

"But he's your boyfriend."

"Tell me Ryuu. Didn't you let him touch you? Didn't you allow him without reacting violently? Aren't you feeling safe and warm around him? Isn't it easy to talk to him? To enjoy time with him? You kissed him yet you defend him instead of trying to kill him. Isn't all of that true?"

Ryuu blushed but nodded.

"Did you enjoy the kiss?"

She nodded.

"Did it feel good?"

She nodded again.

"So tell me Ryuu, honestly, do you like Bell?"

"But he already had you."

"There is no rules against a harem in Orario is there now? Besides I love him so much that even if he cheated and he slept with another woman, which I know he won't, I'd probably let him off with a kiss."

The word and the action was enough for the blush to return full force.

"I-I don't know."

"Hehe, I suppose as an elf and as Ryuu this might be a little early for you, but I want you to remember the feeling and think about it. However, Bell, you should know that elves only touch members of the opposite sex who they acknowledge, respect and love. Their partner alone and no one else. Also they only fall in love once, meaning that you mister, needs to take responsibility. For touching her and taking her first kiss."

Bell blushed but nodded not knowing what to say.

"Now, let's tell Astraea that everything is okay."

So Alise invited the other two back in before telling them what happened in the room. At the very least the two were completely blown away when Alise finished recounting what happened. As she expected, none of the two seemed outraged at the idea, just surprised.

"And you would be fine with that Alise?"

"Yes Astraea-sama. As long as I get Bell's love I wouldn't mind sharing him with other women."

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Bell was waiting for Alise to get ready for the date whilst thinking about what she had declared before. He had gone for his usual black pants and white shirt outfit while also adding a black jacket. According to Astraea it fit him well. Whilst deep in thought he didn't notice the red haired girl sneaking up on him from behind.

"Who is it?"

She asked as she put her hands over his eyes.

"My love."

When he turned around he stopped a minute to observe her new outfit. A simple white frilly blouse, a red skirt and black tights while her hair was let down instead of her usual pony tail.

"Like what you see?"

"You look really gorgeous Alise."

She blushed at the praise before grabbing his hand and beginning their date.

"Let's go have some fun."

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Alise intertwined her hand with Bell's as they walked down the main road that led to Babel. The two lively chatted while everyone around stared. It was an unusual sight to see the Scarlet Harnel and a white haired renard both in casual attire as they walked hand in hand.

The two happily walked lost in their little world. Visiting shops and street vendors the two explored the city until they reached Babel. Bell's nose caught the whiff of something delicious causing his ears to twitch. Alise noticed and giggled following the direction his head turned to. There she spotted a stall selling crepes.

"Wanna get one?"

"Yup!"

She smiled as she watched his tail adorably swish left and right. Reaching the stall, the owner recognized the famous captain of the Astraea Familia.

"Oh if it isn't the Scarlet Harnel, what can I do for you?"

"Let's see. What do you want Bell?"

The renard watched the menu and licked his lips at the variety.

"Ara is the captain of the Astraea Familia on a date?"

The red head smiled brightly and nodded.

"Then I suggest you two get a couple special."

Alise turned to Bell with a glint in her eyes which made Bell chuckle.

"We'll get the couple special."

"Thank you for your patronage!"

Bell handed the valis to the shopkeeper as he gave them a pair of crepes. Taking the food, they made their way to the closest bench to sit down. Bell took his crepe which contained strawberries and whipped cream while Alise's was filled with chocolate and banana's. Alise took a bite out of hers and savoured the taste before turning to look at Bell. As he bit into the crepe his ears wiggled and his tail danced around as he smiled brightly.

'Oh dear Astraea he is too cute!'

"Bell say ahh~"

The renard's eyes snapped to her crepe. Deciding to humour her, he aimed for the spot she had bitten into and took a chunk out of it. Once again his ears and tails reacted adorably making Alise coo at the sight.

"How was it?"

"Delicious, more so because you ate it~"

The alluring smirk caused her to blush before noticing something to get back at him. A little smudge of chocolate next to his lips. Without saying a word she closed in on him and licked the chocolate off his cheek drawing a yelp out of the renard.

"Hehe, the chocolate sure was tasty, when it was served on your cheek."

"Guh! You're bad for my heart you know?"

"I'm glad to hear that."

She proceeded to gently kiss him, the first time she did in public, cementing her position as the renard's girlfriend as a few hundred people witnessed the intimate exchange between the two adventurers. Many men stared jealously as Bell reciprocated and deepened the kiss.

"I love you Alise."

"Me too Bell."

The two finished up their crepes by feeding each other before going to a park to relax. Sitting below a tree, he let Alise lay down on his lap and lean back onto him. They remained quiet, only holding hands occasionally pecking each other's cheek. The quiet moment was a good way for them to spend time and with the warmth of one another it never got boring.

"Bell?"

"Yes?"

"Why did you want to become an adventurer?"

"It was a promise to my grampa, who took care of me. I promised him to become a hero. The other reason is because I want my grampa's Familia, that had fallen from grace, to be recognized and redeem their honour and reputation. They deserve better."

"I see. Just know I'll be there for you to lean on. Every single step of the way."

He rubbed her cheek with his and smiled.

"Thank you love."

Alise then turned around and straddled his hips. She caressed his cheek, her face an inch from his.

"Have I told you how beautiful you are Alise?"

She rolled her eyes but before he could say any more sweet words she sealed his mouth with a kiss. Tapping his lips with her tongue, it soon became a battle for dominance as the two rapidly lost themselves in the moment. She tightly held his head with her arms while giving up the battle and conceding to Bell, letting him lead the rhythm of their kiss.

"Bell~ This has easily become my favourite pastime."

"Mine as well."

So they continued to display their love for each other.

"Hehe, I love you Bell~"

"Hehe, I love you Alise~"

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Bell and Alise spent the rest of the day walking around, having a nice dinner before returning to the Stardust Garden. The moment they arrived they were greeted by the rest of the Familia, who immediately bombarded them with questions. Luckily, Astraea came to their rescue, dispersing the group that had surrounded them.

"Had fun?"

"Mmh~ Super fun."

She giggled seeing her captain be more lively and brighter than usual.

"Be ready for tomorrow, we will be meeting with officials from other nations. Also Bell, since you caused the massive quakes a couple of days ago be prepared to be stormed with questions. Most envoys were here when your spell caused the whole of Orario to shake. They'll want to know how you did that."

"I see. Thank you again for everything Astraea-sama."

"No worries. Now you two, no funny business for tonight."

The two blushed at the implications but nodded before bidding goodnight to the Goddess. Once she closed the door her room the two adventurers went to Alise's room and prepared to go to sleep. They laid down and tightly clung to each other and cuddled before falling asleep in each other's arms.

"Goodnight Alise."

"Goodnight Bell."

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The following morning the Astraea Familia plus Bell gathered in the hall, each member having equipped the special outfit they had bought a couple days prior. The Goddess made sure to remind everyone to be on their best behaviour before setting off to Babel.

The people of Orario, civilians and adventurers alike watched in admiration at the guardians of justice. Astraea led the Familia alongside Bell and Alise who were linked at the arm. On their way they met the Ganesha and Loki Familia who were surprised to see that Bell was also going to join but gladly welcomed him.

"Heya, so you're Alise's boyfriend eh?"

Speaking to him was a blue haired girl who was just as excitable as Alise.

"Oh sorry I'm Ardee, vice-captain of the Ganesha Familia and the first level six of the Familia."

"Nice to meet you Ardee-san. I'm Bell Yamato Katsuki."

After finishing the greetings Ardee and Alise began chatting away while his attention went to a familiar face.

"Oh, hey Lefiya."

The orange haired elf turned to Bell and blushed as she saw him in his new attire. He looked like a prince out of a novel, which wasn't good for her heart.

"Oh h-hey Bell."

She nervously fiddled with her hair as she spoke with the renard. The curious reaction drew the attention of many including her mentor as she had never seen her act so shy in front of anyone other than Ais.

"Lefi-chan? Trying to flirt with my boyfriend?"

When Alise turned back and asked the question, the orange haired fairy jumped up startled.

"N-No! That wasn't the case I-I-"

"Alise stop teasing her."

"Eh?"

"Sorry Lefi-chan, you were just too cute."

Lefiya pouted at the red head before the group all resumed their way to Babel. When they arrived a member of the Guild showed them to the meeting room. It was located high up inside of the tower of Babel, from where you could see the whole of Orario and the lower world spread beneath your feet.

"Woah!"

His tail swished left and right excitedly making the surrounding members chuckle.

"First time?"

Bell turned to see Finn Deimne, captain of the Loki Familia.

"Well not exactly, I've seen from the top of mountains before, but I guess it's a first time to have this kind of view in a city."

"Hehe, sometimes I forget you're fourteen Bell."

The boy turned to Astraea and scratched the back of his head. Hearing that the other members were shocked to hear that he was so young.

"Now let us not make the others wait for us."

Astraea led the three Familias to the meeting place. The Guild employees opened the doors and announced their arrival. The room was like that of the Denatus, with its sides open instead of having windows. Inside the room there were at least a hundred people. All dressed differently with different roles. Gods, Goddesses, Emperors, Queens, Kings, warriors and knights. It looked like Freya and her executives were already there.

Normally other than officials and envoys only a handful of people who are level four are allowed per faction. Since Astraea Familia was rather small an exception was made and all members were invited. When Royman saw Bell standing next to Astraea he was obviously bewildered but made no move to argue against the Goddess of justice, as he was sure she had her reasons as much as he didn't like it.

"Now welcoming the Loki, Ganesha and Astraea Familia."

Everyone watched in awe as they entered the room. As they took their seats Astraea pulled Bell to sit next to her with Alise on the other side of the renard while Kaguya, Lyra and Ryuu sat to her right. The rest of the Familia sat behind her.

"Ara Astraea, have you taken a boy into your Familia? Despite him being handsome that's unusual for you."

The Goddess of justice turned to the person who spoke and smiled.

"Athena, it's been a while. And no he's not my child. He's from the Takemikazuchi Familia. Unfortunately only S rank Familias were invited, but there are a few reasons why I brought him here with me, though I'd rather we left that for the end of the meeting."

Satisfied with the answer Athena allowed Royman to continue with the meeting. The fat elf proceeded to announce every major power, which included Goddess Amaterasu. Bell turned to the Goddess when her name was announced and observed her carefully along the members next to her. She had white and golden hair with bright amber eyes and a beauty that wouldn't lose to Freya. However, what caught his attention even more was the girl to her right. She was wearing blue clothes and a veil that covered her entire head, though he could make out the renard ears and the tail wrapped around her waist. Something about that girl smelled awfully familiar.

From there the meeting began, recounting news and stories that had a global impact, information and events regarding Evilus as well as feuds with other nations, most being directed to the western Empire due to them waging wars all over the place. Astraea then had Bell speak about his encounter with Evilus that had happened a couple of months ago up north in his village.

"Now since we are on the topic I'd like to ask my fellow Goddess Astraea why she brought the renard with her. It certainly wasn't for the information he provided us on Evilus."

Just like that Freya turned everyone's attention to the Goddess of justice and Bell.

"I suppose now is a good time. Well there are a few reasons. Going from the sillier ones I'd start with the fact that he is level five."

That easily got the attention of the room, particularly Royman.

"What?! Isn't he level four?!"

"No, I believe you were there when Take announced that his whole Familia levelled up, including Bell. Now the second reason is because of my captain Alise. The two recently started dating and have been inseparable since, so to make sure that she focused and stayed happy I brought him along."

Bell blushed as Astraea presented their relationship like that.

"Wait! Lady Lovell is taken then?!"

A handsome noble looked heartbroken hearing that.

"Sorry but I found my beloved."

Alise clung to Bell's arm as she confirmed that she was dating someone. Many of the men looked like they had their heart shattered from the declaration. Amongst the outsiders, a certain renard curiously stared at the renard noticing a very small detail. While embarrassed, Bell had let his guard down and his tails unfurled slightly at the tips. It was a small thing but the woman clad in blue clothes who had an inkling suspicion due to the smell, was now certain and her eyes went wide seeing that.

"But?"

This time it was Loki speaking as she sensed with her godly intuition that the main reason was yet to come and was extremely important.

"But the main reason he is here is because of the shaking Orario suffered a couple of days ago. I'm sure most if not all the people in this room felt the earthquakes. Well Bell is here because he was responsible for them."

Everyone's eyes widened in shock hearing that.

"How?"

Finn was incredibly invested in the situation all of a sudden.

"It happened during my expedition on the lower floors."

"Which floor?"

A random noble asked.

"On the thirty seventh floor."

"What exactly were you fighting?"

Freya smiled as the situation became more and more exciting.

"An irregular monster rex. Soon after we defeated Udaeus the dungeon suddenly reacted for reasons I do not know. Then an irregular Udaeus spawned. Black in colour, bigger and stronger, with obsidian armour and a full body instead of the usual top half of a skeleton. It wielded a cleaver that could probably cut down a tower."

That was news even to the Guild officials as they had only been told that there was an irregular monster not an irregular boss.

"And the shaking was caused by you?"

"Yes, in order to finish it I used a spell which caused the explosion responsible for the earthquake that Orario felt."

Alise then interjected.

"You had to see it, that spell was crazy, it one shot the monster rex. Completely sliced it in half, the explosion came after it died and simply pulverized its corpse."

Hearing that from the captain of the Astraea Familia shocked every member in the room to the core.

"How big was the explosion? How much damage was done in the dungeon?"

Finn was leaning towards Bell at this point as he thought for a while.

"Floor thirty five to thirty nine were destroyed. Floors thirty four to thirty six were heavily damaged and floor thirty five moderately damaged. Though we haven't gone past the thirty seventh I believe the floors below were also affected in the same way."

That floored the Loki and Freya Familia as not even Riveria, the best magician of the world, was capable of handling such powerful magic spells.

"W-well, I suppose that would e-explain the quakes we felt."

"I'd like to see it!"

Bell and Alise turned to Ares as if he was crazy, being the only ones present that knew of the spell's destructive capabilities.

"Me too!"

The younger nobles all began pitching in one by one. The only ones with some common sense among the younger generation were from the Familias from Orario and the princes and princesses, but even Freya showed interest in the spell. It also didn't help that Royman wanted Bell to show them the spell to prove his story.

"The decision lies with you Katsuki-san."

As he heard the way he was addressed he got an extremely Ryuu like vibes. And he was not surprised as he turned to meet the jade eyes of a high elf.

"I mean wouldn't that cause panic?"

"Haha, you sure he's not your child Astraea, the way he cares for the city is much like you."

"Unfortunately not Loki. But as Bell said it would spread chaos across the city. With Evilus' current activity and the quakes recently its best not to trouble the citizens. As a Goddess of justice and guardian of order in Orario I have to say it is extremely irresponsible to just cast a destructive spell out of curiosity and troubling a city."

The room went silent hearing that, even Freya decided to curb her excitement not looking to fight with her fellow Goddess.

"Apologies Astraea, that was immature of me."

Hearing Freya apologize shocked the Familia but they remained quiet. Amaterasu then took matters in her hand.

"Astraea is right that was extremely reckless. But at the same time that doesn't mean we can't have a little contest to show our strength. So how about we do this. Each Familia selects a representative and they fight. Then we organize a place to have the fight so we also provide a form of entertainment to the people. Would that be alright Royman?"

"Of course Kami Amaterasu. I'll organize it immediately."

Everyone agreed to that and each Familia picked their representatives all of whom were level five. Once the members were all confirmed the Guild employees made a list and quickly displayed it for all to see. Royman then declared that the competition would take place in three days at the colosseum. It would also be open to the public so that everyone can witness the fight. Though short notice he was sure many people were going to come.

List Of Participants

Astraea Familia – Ryuu Lion

Loki Familia – Ais Wallenstein

Ganesha Familia – Shakti Varma

Freya Familia – Alfrigg Gulliver

Takemikazuchi Familia – Bell Yamato Katsuki

Amaterasu Familia – Tanjiro Kamado

Ares Familia – Rex Srowa

Athena Familia – Morgana Le Fay

Tyr Familia – Beowulf Ganar

Adon Familia – Astolfo Alvord

Balder Familia – Eric Bloodaxe

Themis Familia – Artoria Pendragon

Elyon Familia – Alexander Iskandar

Baphomet Familia – Eugeo Kazuto

Enki Familia – Gilgamesh Babylon

Eris Familia – John Kratos

Looking around Bell noticed a lot of samurai, warriors and knights all who looked very impressive, but his attention went immediately to the participants. They were all level fives and most had been to the dungeon only a few times if at all.

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Amaterasu herself was satisfied with the outcome. She enjoyed seeing warriors test their skills against each other. She was also very curious about the red eyed renard who belonged to Takemikazuchi, he hadn't seen him for a while now. The Goddess turned to the renard next to her to ask what she thought only see that she was already walking towards Bell.

"Finally we meet."

Alise and Bell turned to the woman wearing a blue kimono and tilted their heads.

"Who are you?"

"Right. Allow me to introduce myself."

She gave a little bow and removed her veil revealing a face that could rival Freya and Amaterasu, candid white hair and bright blue eyes, which had an excited glint to them. Her tail and ears looked just as fluffy as his as they twitched and swished, respectively.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, I'm Oda Shinano."


~To Be Continued

I hope you enjoyed this chapter as I mentioned I will have the first ever smut scene on the next one.

Since the fights haven't been decided yet, as in who fights who, if there is someone you wish to see fight then tell me.

See you next time :)