"Sona's Chance"

A Highschool DxD fanfiction written by Christopher'Zazel

Chapter 17 "Kyoto Spring Eve"

Scene (Yasaka Castle)

Waking from an oddly wonderful dream, Issei found himself feeling very weak, not to mention he was incredibly thirsty. To his astonishment, Issei felt very warm and comfortable. It was very hard to see anything as the teen was able to determine that there were most definitely boobs of some kind, blocking his vision. Looking up while making a hard and dry gulp, Issei was very pleased to see Sona's sleeping face. Without her glasses, the heiress was holding onto Issei's back with both of her arms as she had a leg wrapped around the teen's waist. Being able to back away just a bit, Sona's moderate and very exposed breasts were no longer invading his vision.

Able to get a good look around, this room was alien to him. It wasn't his own room, nor was it Sona and Tsubaki's. Attempting to recollect his thoughts, Issei noticed that his environment was a traditional Japanese room. Not only that, but Issei found himself sharing a very comfy futon with Sona as the two were tucked in tightly. Then he remembered, "That's right, I went all balance breaker and it knocked me out. Hehe, that was fun. Oh, wait, okay now, since we are here, this must be that fox queens place. That means the little kiddo is alright and probably back with her mother. Wow, okay, good job, me. Now, I gotta get a fucking drink of water. Why am I so thirsty? I wonder if they got gatorade or something around here?"

Deciding that he will do the best he can to get from his position without waking Sona, Issei begins to wriggle around and move two arms and a leg in order to free himself. Once he was able to work his way out from the tight embrace, the Sitri heiress then made a few mumbles before proceeding to wrap her leg around a fold of the futon while falling back into her deep sleep. Internally high-fiving himself, Issei slides the main rice-paper door and makes his way into the halls.

It must've been late at night as the hallways were brightened using oil lamps. Choosing to keep his presence hardly noticeable, Issei began to walk softly through the corridors. After a bit of wandering, Issei was sure he found what must be the kitchen. "Finally, H2O! I am dying right now!"

Walking through the twin and arched doors, Issei jumped at the sudden surprise. Sitting next to a small wooden table was that kid, the little fox girl. She noticed him right away and stood up from her stool. Before Issei was able to say anything, the little blond girl, wearing a little pink nightgown, ran from her spot and darted toward the startled teen.

Now hugging one of his legs, the fox child, Kunou speaks up as she smiles brightly. "Mommies friend was right, you were just sleeping! I am so glad you are okay! Hello Red Knight, my name is Kunou, thank you for saving me!"

Issei had both of his arms held out from his sides as his body expression looked to be in a state of sudden shock. Then, before he could respond to Kunou, a voice was heard from across the kitchen.

"Ara ara!"

Slowly turning his head, Issei's eyes now looked as though they would bulge from their sockets. It was the Queen herself, Yasaka of Kyoto. She happened to be wearing a midnight blue nightgown as she was stirring a pot of what smelled like hot cocoa over the wood stove. Her golden hair was pulled down but only enough so that it wasn't touching the floor. Like a dance, her nine tails of gold fluttered in a continuous and hypnotic motion. As she continues to stir the hot cocoa, her golden eyes are focused on little Kunou. Slowly, moving her gaze upward, Issei's eyes were finally locked onto hers.

"Good evening, Issei Kun, is it?" Using her free arm, Yasaka gracefully waves her hand toward the direction of the small table that Kunuo was sitting at previously. "As it stands, my poor Kunou is unable to sleep, so I thought we could stay up for a bit and drink some hot chocolate together. I would very much enjoy it if you might join us, Issei Kun."

Kunou releases Issei's leg and now tugs on his pants. "Come on, Sir Issei! Mommies chocolate is the best! Besides, I am sure you could use something in your belly, after beating up those mean girls."

Relaxing his shoulders, Issei found himself calming down. Scratching the back of his head, Issei laughs nervously. "Hehe, yeah, okay, hot chocolate sounds pretty good." Issei was now led happily by the little Kunou as she continued to tug on the teen's pant leg. As Yasaka was watching the two sit down at the table, she proceeded to reach above her for a third mug.

The table itself could seat about 4 individuals as it was clearly meant for kitchen staff. Issei knew this much as he passed a very large dining hall on his way to the kitchen. Kunou sat down first while patting the spot next to her. Smiling, Issei compiled and sat beside Yasaka's child.

Now walking gracefully to the table, with a small tray of mugs filled with hot chocolate along with a few assortment of cookies, Yasaka now had her eyes completely trained on Issei. Once she was seated, (on the other side of the very nervous teen), she then handed off each individual's mug while showing a very gracious smile. Issei thanked the fox queen and immediately took a large sip. It was hot. It was sweet. It was really, really good. Smiling from the sudden warmth to his soul, Issei flinched the moment he caught Yasaka continuing to stare, almost relentlessly.

Doing the best he could to not stare back, Issei simply looked around the room, then down at a smiling Kunou. "How are you holding up, kiddo? Are you feeling okay after that whole thing?"

Kunou nods with enthusiasm as she sips her own mug of cocoa. "Ehem, yeah, I'm okay now. Don't worry, those two knuckleheads didn't hurt me or anything. I am with my mommy now, thanks to you, Sir Issei Kun."

Issei couldn't help himself, she was so adorable. Instinctively, the teen began to pat the little fox child on her head. "Well, you are a very brave little Kunou. I am glad you are doing well." Issei took another large sip of his hot cocoa.

"Ara ara, Issei Kun, I don't believe we have been properly introduced. You can just call me Yasaka, no honorifics from you and I won't take no for an answer. Also, might I be so bold as to ask, well, are all young men of the current times, well, do they all have strong paternal instincts such as yourself?" Yasaka was now taking a sip of her drink as one eye remained on Issei.

Issei almost spit out his drink, but was able to stop himself at the last minute. "Ehem, erm, what? You just want me to call you, "Yasaka"? Aren't you royalty or something? I couldn't just…"

Issei was cut off the moment he felt one of Yasaka's tails begin to pat him gently on his back. Issei looks behind him, then back at Yasaka, (who was staring at him with intensity). She had this half crescent shaped smile that complimented her other beautiful facial features.

She then speaks softly. "Issei Kun, as I understand it, you are this generation's Sekiryuutei. The Heavenly Red Dragon Emperor of Domination dwells within your very soul. Calling me royalty is quite cute really. So, if I were to go by your logic, then would you prefer me to call you something akin to "Emperor" Issei Kun?"

Issei shakes his head rapidly. "No, of course not! You can call me anything you'd like. Besides, I am just Issei, nothing more, nothing less."

Yasaka giggles at this. "Very well, then I am Yasaka, nothing more, nothing less."

Before Issei could protest, Kunuo reached for the teens blue t-shirt. "Arguing with mommy never works out. Believe me, I've tried."

Issei does a double take at both fox-youkai and simply relents. "Alright, I suppose I can call you by your first name, if that's what you really want."

Issei feels another soft padding from Yasaka's tail. After picking up and taking a small bite from one of the cookies, the fox queen spoke after another sip of her drink. "Tell me, Issei Kun, do you have any children of your own?"

Feeling thankful that he didn't have a mouthful of his beverage to spit out at the moment, Issei's shock at the sudden question made him flinch. "Err, ahh, no, Yasaka, I don't have any kids of my own."

Yasaka nods in all seriousness. Then she shows a small yet very slight grin. "I see, I see. Well then, may I ask if you are currently married?"

Issei finds himself being stared at by both Kunou and Yasaka at the same time. Both have anticipation gleaming from their eyes. Issei blinks a few times.

"No, I am not married." Issei now began to sport an embarrassing blush which accompanied his nervous smile perfectly.

Yasaka looks down toward Kunou, then, in some silent pact, the two nod at one another. Issei noticed this and had no idea what was going on.

Turning her head back to the teen, Yasaka grew an intense smile. "Well then, I see, that's good to know."

Thinking about asking Yasaka why she was asking him all of these questions suddenly, Issei was cut off by a loud voice that sounded very familiar.

"Hyoudou! What are you doing? Why did you just get out of bed like that? Oh… I am so sorry, good evening, Yasaka Sama." Sona was standing in the arched entryway. At first she looked rather frantic, but that changed the moment she saw who Issei was with. Sona had many questions running through her mind. Why was her boyfriend sitting next to the youkai queen like that? Why did she have one of her tails touching his back? No, impossible, it can't be what Sona is thinking. Yasaka is a nice ruler, she is known to be gentle and kind. So, that's all this has to be, right?

Yasaka spoke in a quiet but polite tone. "Ahh, Serafall San's sister, Sona, is it? Good evening to you. Please, allow me to offer you a cup of hot chocolate."

Issei was watching Sona's expression as he continued to feel that same tail of Yasaka's, still lightly patting his back. Sona was looking directly back at Issei. Her face didn't show it, as Sona was a master of stoicism, but her eyes did.

Nervously, Issei stood up suddenly. "Erm, P, President, I was just looking for a glass of water and…"

Then, Issei felt himself being forced back down as two more of Yasaka's tails wrapped around his arm and shoulder. These things were very soft and fluffy, but they were very strong too. Not fighting it, Issei sat back down.

Yasaka then waved her hand at the open seat of the table. "Sona San, please, sit down. My daughter and I were already awake as she wasn't able to sleep. Issei happened to walk in and I invited him to join us. So, please, sit down."

Sona looks toward Yasaka and shows a plastic smile while bowing slightly. "Very well." Right after the statement, Sona's gaze turns back to Issei. Knowing he will probably get in an earful from the Sitri Heiress later, Issei simply smiles back as calmly as he can.

Well, that's all I was able to come up with today. I hope you are enjoying it. I really want to keep this one going for a bit as the dynamics are very much enjoyable for me. Thank you my Discordies for all of your thoughts. Like what I do and want more? Join my Discord. Link: /pJNvbPHx