"Sona's Chance"
A Highschool DxD fanfiction written by Christopher'Zazel
Chapter 37 "The Mantra of Sona"
Scene (Anime Convention, Kyoto)
Next to the elevators were a pair of doors that led to the emergency staircase. Sitting on these stairs were both Sona and Issei. Earlier, Issei covertly asked if the two could get some privacy as Sona agreed with no issues whatsoever. Both have been sitting on the steps for a few minutes now, completely in silence. Sona had a concerned look as her head was facing her indifferent looking boyfriend as he just looked toward the emergency doors.
"Issei? What's going on?" Sona then placed an arm on the teen's shoulder.
Twitching from the sudden touch, Issei turns his head and gives eye-contact to Sona. "A few things are on my mind right now. Some things hit rather close to home when I was with that governor. Also, after this night, we only have one more, then, I have to go back to Kuoh. It's been this strange and wild ride, almost like something from a fairytale or a fantasy manga."
Sona nods while slightly squeezing Issei's shoulder in support. "I am guessing Azazel went into more detail regarding, "her"? Also, the way your voice changed suddenly, the moment you said "Kuoh", Issei, you're worrying about Rias aren't you?"
Issei nods while turning his head back toward the exit doors as he is trying to hold in his rational and irrational fear with great difficulty. "I umm, I need to confront her about some things."
Widening her eyes, Sona notions for the teen to continue.
"Right now, when I think about her, all I can feel is this monstrous entitlement, a heartless thing that only wants to be popular, wants to be loved but has none to give back. I feel like I've been played with, Sona. It's like, turning me into a devil, it just feels like a sick joke. And then the peerage, oh man…" Using one of his hands, Issei wipes a tear that escaped his ducts without permission.
"I am sure that's not true. I know Rias. You aren't wrong about her being entitled, we can agree on that. But she is a good person, Issei. Even so, I cannot forgive her actions. Regardless of what she wants, you're mine." Sona realized what he had just said and began to blush.
Turning his head, Issei looks deeply into Sona's violet eyes. "You're right. You were there and you're still here. Sona?"
The Sitri heiress replies as her blush intensifies. "Yes?"
"Um, I really need to hug somebody before I completely break down, would it be alright?" The teen grits his teeth unsure of her reply.
Instantly, Issei's head is pulled into Sona's chest as her arms wrap around the teen very tightly. "Don't ever ask me for something that you can have whenever you need, baka."
As Issei lets it all out, Sona uses one of her hands to caress the teens back. From the hallway that led to the elevators, muffled sounds of crying could be heard.
Scene (Gregori)
"Aww Jeez, this paperwork has just piled up and piled up…" Azazel is standing in a large office room with many cabinets and bookshelves.
On his large desk, a mountain's worth of documents and paperwork teetered back and forth. Scratching the back of his head, Azazel yawns and looks toward his wrist watch. Tapping on the screen of this smart device, the governor proceeded to make a video call. Moments later, the call was answered while a pair of familiar women were smiling on the other side of the screen.
"Ladies, is everything going according to plan?" Azazel was now grinning as he spoke into the watch.
Mittelt jumped up and down from the otherside of the screen. "Yeah, he's fine. But Azazel sama, I dressed up for the convention! Hiding in the shadows like this, well, it makes my costume pointless."
Kalawarner then scoffed. "Quit your complaining already. These conventions are a waste of time anyway. Don't worry Azazel sama, we have everything under control."
Azazel nods from his side of the call. "Alright, good to hear, just make sure you keep yourselves hidden for now. That goes double for when the kid goes back to Kuoh. Let me know if he does anything, especially if that anything involves him using that beautiful gear of his."
Both girls nod and the call ends. Meanwhile, Azazel looks back at his paperwork as he lights a cigarette. "Well shit, work work…"
Scene (Kuoh Academy)
"Bullshit, Grayfia! I know for a fact that you have got something to do with all of this! A camel ghost, really? No no no, only a few people know about my dreadful fear of camels, so fess up!" Rias was pointing accusingly at Grayfia, (who was standing near the entrance with a cup of hot tea).
Grayfia then shrugs while showing the slightest of grins. "Rias, you're being punished."
Stomping her foot onto the ground, Rias places her hands on her hips as her angry face slowly turns red. "So, you and my brother came up with this foul idea to torment me?!"
Grayfia shrugs once more. "Short answer? Yes."
"Riaaaassssss…. Riiiiassssss…"
As her hair stands on its own, Rias turns behind her all while Grayfia is holding in a laugh. Looking directly back at her was this pale skeletonized camel. It was smiling as it managed to lick Rias on her chin.
Instantly, Rias screamed. "Noooooo!"
We now see our favorite red-headed devil princess, running back outside and toward the ORC as her screams fill the whole and empty school yard.
Scene (Unknown Location)
Sitting on her large black-framed bed while under the pink covers, Ophis continues to watch the floating purple and black orb. Looking into this sphere of energy, we are treated to a third person view of Issei Hyoudou along with Sona Sitri. Ophis tilts her head as she continues to watch this boy cry while the other one seems to comfort him. "Comfort", was that the correct word? Ophis wouldn't know from experience therefore she relied purely on observation. There was also "crying", once again, the subject in itself was perplexing for the gray eyed dragon god. While continuing to watch this interaction play out with great interest, Ophis felt something. Tilting her head the other way, the little girl's usual distant and emotionless face showed an actual frown. What was this? Ophis didn't know. Heck, she didn't even know her lips could move like that, not until now. Touching her lips, Ophis straightened her head as her gray eyes stayed glued to the monitor within the orb.
"Issei, shhh, it's alright. I know this has been strange, really, for everyone involved to be honest…" Sona then shook her head and continued. "But I have to say, even with the recent, erm, interactions with some other women, well, besides that, I think this trip was good, for us." Sona nods while continuing to rub Issei's back. "And like I told you, no matter what Rias does, I got you." Sona's face contorts into a grumpy one. "But I think you're right, you should confront her. If anything, it will bring closure. You have my support, okay?"
Ophis's eyes widen a bit more as she watches Issei nod. Pulling her covers up toward her chest, Ophis proceeds to touch her lips once again as her head tilts slightly. Sure enough, she still had a frown on her face.
Scene (Anime Convention, Kyoto)
"Ara ara, my, look at everyone all in their best costumes, Kunou, dear." Yasaka was walking from the entrance way as she wore her trademark Yellow Kimono along with her black sash of skulls.
Holding the fox queen's hand was little Kunou, (who was smiling brightly). The fox princess was keeping up with the fast yet gracious pace of her mother. She was wearing a pair of jeans and a Milky Spiral hoodie.
Looking up at her mother, Kunou nodded. "I know, anime is popular, mom. I've tried to tell you this for a long time now."
Yasaka giggled into her sleeve. "Yes, yes, whatever you say, little one. Oh, there he is, I can smell him from here. Come along, sweetheart."
Kunou picked up the pace while smiling even brighter than before. "Yay, papa kun!"
As the girls continued to make their way through the crowds of onlookers and cosplayers, Serafall caught sight of the two and waved them over toward her and her sister's peerage. Seeing this, Yasaka and Kunou redirected their path and headed toward the group.
"Ara ara, good afternoon Sera chan. Your outfit is quite adorable I must say." Yasaka shows a warm smile.
"Oh, you think so? Gee thanks a lot!" Serafall proceeded to spin around in a circle, delightfully.
Kunou points toward the magical girl while showing a surprised look. "Aunty, is that from the upcoming season? It looks so cute!"
Serafall nods while showing a childish smile. "Naturally my dear, naturally! I'm so glad you like it."
Tsubaki, (who was standing next to Serafall), adjusts her glasses. "Ahem… According to the schedule for today, there is supposed to be a luncheon included with our tickets. President Sitri wanted me to remind everyone so that we might eat together."
Saji throws a fist into the air while smiling brightly. "Food! Hell yes, I could totally eat right now!"
Ruruka nods as her excitement grows along with Saji's. "Yes, the western style buffets are quite common at conventions that are located in places like casino's. And the ice cream bars!"
Momo nods seriously and matter of factly. "Steak and lobster, those are pretty common, right?"
Yasaka tilts her head while placing her index finger toward her chin. "Hmm, I don't think I've eaten outside of my home for at least a decade, back with…" The fox queen stopped herself as her daughter looked back up at her with a worried expression.
Now showing a calm smile, Yasaka changed the subject. "Oh my, yes, well. (Sniff) Speaking of, Serafall, where is my Issei kun?"
Kunou now got excited once again while turning her attention toward the Mao. "Papa kun!"
Serafall's cheerful smile turned into a slightly sadder one. Looking behind her now and toward the twin doors that led to the staircase, Serafall slowly turned back around and had her gaze on Yasaka. "He is having a break from all of the excitement. Don't worry, my So tan is with him. Hehe, she keeps him on a tight leash."
Yasaka crouched down and picked up Kunou, then kissed her on the cheek before placing her in Serafall's arms. Serafall looked surprised as did Kunou.
Smiling, Yasaka sniffs the air one more time and then politely bows toward Serafall. "Please keep an eye on my daughter for a few minutes. I don't like the idea of leaving her alone in crowded places such as this."
Serafall's surprised look morphed into a slight smirk. "Ohhh… Okay then, gotcha". The Mao devil then winks cutely as Yasaka begins her way toward the pair of twin doors.
Scene (Staircase)
As Sona had her arms wrapped tightly around Issei's shoulders, the teen continued to lay, (now quiet and peacefully), on the Sitri heiress' chest. Softly rocking back and forth, the two stayed like this for a bit of time.
"Can I ask you something?" Issei quietly spoke up even though his face was muffled in between Sona's arms and chest.
Softening her grip, Sona looked down while nodding. She had a passive yet kind smile.
"Why do you live, well, like a normal and financially struggling teenager? I mean, you come from a high class family and all. Like, I know Rias is living at my house, but before that, at least in the ORC, she lived quite lavishly. I think Akeno prepared all of her food and I remember everything looking so fancy, even the cakes and snacks Koneko would gobble up on a regular basis. So, yeah, I guess, what I'm trying to ask is why aren't you more…" Issei was cut off the moment Sona released one of her arms while placing her finger to the teen's lips.
Still smiling, Sona interrupts. "Entitled? Issei Hyoudou, are you asking me why I don't take advantage of my family's wealth?"
Still with Sona's finger on his mouth, Issei simply nods.
Making a sudden giggle, Sona then continues. "It's not that I refuse to accept the power that comes along with my responsibilities, it's more than that. Issei, in the future, I want to create a school. I want it to be a place where everyone is treated equally, regardless of status. I want it to be a place that will take those who are unwanted with open arms." Sona takes a moment while finally removing her finger from the teen's lips.
"So, I want to lead by example. If I can successfully endure the burdens that come along with budgeting while maintaining all of my duties as both a high class devil and the student council president, then I know that I won't be asking the impossible from my future students and staff." Sona then took a deep breath. She seemed so passionate just now, Issei couldn't help but marvel at his girlfriend, who continued to surpass his expectations each and every day.
Widening his eyes, Issei arms, (who were already wrapped around Sona's waist), tightened softly. "That's a beautiful dream, Sona. A place where everyone, regardless of house, status, wealth, anything, doesn't matter, everyone is equal, yeah, that's really something I could get on board with. None of that master servant stuff…"
Sona used her one arm to return the tighter embrace as she smiled warmly. "I'm glad you understand, baka."
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