"Sona's Chance"
A Highschool DxD fanfiction written by Christopher'Zazel
Chapter 43 "End of Golden Week Part 4"
Scene (Beppu, Oita)
"Wow, this really is relaxing. I think I understand why this is one of your favorite places. I could live here." We now see Issei, leaning back against a smooth rock formation with a small and damp towel against his head.
Panning out, we are able to notice this large and vibrant hotspring with water as blue as the sky itself. Through all of the large clouds of steam and mist, it's clear that this spring is completely vacant, aside from Yasaka and Issei. The queen of the Yokai was leaning against the same large stone that her husband was. She was wearing her golden yellow and black two-piece bikini along with a matching damp towel, also against her head. Like Issei, the nine-tailed vixen was in a relaxed state with her golden eyes looking up into the steamy sky.
"Ara, I am glad that you understand. Yes, I've come to this place for decades upon decades. In fact, Kunou's father rather enjoyed the springs. He said that these very waters would calm his nerves whenever he felt downtrodden. So, I suppose I shouldn't be surprised regarding your reaction, Issei kun." Yasaka turns her attention toward her left and at Issei. "Sweetheart, there's something I want to tell you. I know that you are concerned about this Rias Gremory devil."
Issei's expression changes from his relaxed state to something akin to paranoia. "Umm, yeah, to be honest, it scares the hell out of me. I don't know what I'll say. I don't know what she'll say. But, she really did a number on me, you know? And then there's the peerage. I mean, I haven't known any of them that long but Akeno and Kiba seem to like me. Koneko, well, hehe, that's a whole other story. That girl straight up hates my very existence. Then there's Asia. She's erm, complicated. But yeah, I just figured they are going to be pissed at me, for all of the stuff I did." Staring forward at nothing in particular, Issei thought for a moment with a solemn look.
Yasaka nods slowly while her eyes begin to close. She continues to smile warmly and takes a deep breath. Issei suddenly notices the feeling of something warm, warmer than the hot spring water, covering every inch of his body. With the warmth came along with it this overwhelming feeling of calmness, so much so, one might consider this feeling intoxicating.
Opening her eyes, Yasaka places one of her hands on Issei's face while directing his attention onto her. As the very confused and relaxed teen focuses on Yasaka's golden eyes, the fox queen speaks in a soft and warm voice.
"They won't be mad at you, sweetheart. If anything, I am sure they will understand. Let's just say that I'm a mother and can sense these kinds of things. Also, Issei… I am your wife now. I won't leave your side. Also, I cannot bear to leave Kunou without her father, even for a short amount of time. So, we are coming with you to Kuoh. You won't be alone, Issei."
Yasaka's smile changes into a small look of concern. This was because Issei stared back at her in absolute shock. His eyes were wide and his expression was that of someone who might have just seen a ghost. Then, a single tear fell from Issei's left warm and brown eye. Before Yasaka could make sense of it all, she suddenly felt Issei's arms around her.
Looking down, Yasaka's expression of concern slowly changed into a warm and loving smile. Issei had his face buried in her shoulder as he completely broke down. A plethora of emotions were making their way to the surface of Issei's heart. Though he was crying, the red dragon emperor of domination was the happiest man on the entire planet, as far as he was concerned.
"Sona, Serafall, Yasaka. Each of you said the same thing to me. You said you won't leave me. I just don't understand. Why am I crying right now? This is the greatest thing I could ask for! I got my harem! So why then?"
"PARTNER, ISN'T IT OBVIOUS BY NOW?"
"D'draig? Um, I don't understand."
"STILL THICK IN THE HEAD, I SEE. VERY WELL, LET ME SPELL IT OUT FOR YOU."
"Okay, anytime then, Mr Know-it-all."
"YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THINKING WITH THAT LITTLE HEAD OF YOURS FOR FAR TOO LONG NOW. I SUPPOSE I SHOULD BE GRATEFUL CONSIDERING THE CIRCUMSTANCES, BUT YOU, ISSEI HYOUDOU, ARE IN LOVE."
"What?"
Instantly, Issei was drawn from his thoughts the moment he realized that his mouth was being kissed by Yasaka. At first, the teens eyes were wide with surprise, however those warm and brown eyes began to relax and eventually close as the long kiss continued. Once the kiss finally ended, Yasaka backed away every so slightly while maintaining a very warm and blushy smile.
"Yes, D'draig is correct. You are indeed, in love, darling. Now, do me a favor and keep those arms of yours, around me." Yasaka placed her arms around Issei's shoulders and pulled him in even more.
Nodding, the teen did what he was asked. "I can't keep anything from you, can I?"
Yasaka begins to laugh hardily. "Fufufufufu! Ara ara, I am so glad that you are finally realizing that!"
Unable to help himself, Issei began to laugh as well. "Hahahaha! Yup, hehe, I'm kinda dense sometimes."
Instantly, Issei's arm began to glow in shades of emerald and crimson. "I'LL SAY!"
Looking down at his arm, Issei formed a tick mark. "Quiet you!"
Scene (Yasaka Castle)
"Jeez, they've been gone for a while now. I don't see why we couldn't have gone along. I hear that Beppu, Oita has some of the best hot springs in all of Japan." Sona was sitting on one of the couches in the large living den area. She had a very serious demeanor while she played with her glasses in one hand.
"Oh, come now, So tan, everyone gets to have their alone time with darling kun." Serafall was sitting next to her sister on the couch while kicking her feet back and forth in a childish manner.
"Still, I don't like the fact that she can just, I don't know, spirit him away to who knows where. I mean, what if something happens? Then what?" Sona was nodding to herself at her own statement.
"She's a fox, Sona. Spriting others away, it's kind of their thing, you know? Besides, don't us devils do the same thing? I mean, teleportation circles, right? And to answer your last question, So tan, she is Yasaka of Kyoto. I don't mean to brag about my childhood friend, but let's just say that Issei is probably the safest devil on planet earth right now." Serafall now nods to herself.
Tsubaki, (who was sitting on the opposite couch), had none other than little Kunou on her lap. The queen of the Sitri peerage was repeatedly patting the little fox princess's ears and head. Meanwhile, Kunou was taking it all in, smiling warmly and enjoying the pats.
"President, Serafall Sama, might I interject and ask about something that's been on my mind?" Tsubaki had her usual stoic features however there was a hint of importance behind her stoicism.
Sona looks across and toward her queen. "Naturally, speak your mind."
Serafall nods playfully. "What's up Tsubaki chan?"
"When we arrive back in Kuoh, what will be the plan of action, regarding Hyoudou?" Tsubaki waited for a reply while using her freehand to reach for a cup of tea that was placed on the coffee table.
Serafall looked back at Sona and frowned. Placing her glasses back onto her head, Sona thought for a moment. "I won't let him be alone with Rias. No, she's caused far too much damage to him."
Serafall's frown turned into a very warm smile. "So tan?"
Sona shakes her head in an angry manner. "No, Rias cannot get her way this time. I won't allow it."
Kunou throws one of her hands up in the air while showing a look of disdain. "Don't let that mean red hurt papa! Please!"
Sona looks back at Kunou, seeing he fire in her golden eyes. She really cared about Issei. Showing a small and half smile, Sona nodded back at the fox princess.
Strangely enough, Kunou returned the nod. There was clearly some kind of exchange of respect going on between the fox and the devil.
Everyone began to look around the room as the lights all began to flicker wildly.
"Oh, speak of the devil, or rather, the fox, hehe." Serafall began to kick her legs with more intensity in her usual childish fashion.
Near the corridor of the main lobby, a large and multicolored portal began to manifest. As this was happening, most of the party that were sitting in the den, all stood up and made their way closer toward this strange amalgamation of color and light. After some time went by, a large and sudden flash took over the entire hallway.
"Now remember to breathe this time, darling!" Yasaka emerged from the portal with Issei, as his arm was placed around the queen's shoulder.
After another blinding flash, the portal of rainbows completely disappeared without a trace. Sona was smiling brightly however she caught herself and proceeded to maintain her usual composure. Serafall was clapping her hands excitedly while jumping up and down. Kunou was watching her aunt with some excitement of her own as she began to clap as well. Tsubaki leaned against the corridor entrance way and quietly watched.
"Pheeeew!" Issei released and took in another large gulp of air. (Huff) "Pheeeeew!" (Cough Cough). "Heh, okay, yeah, that was a much better trip than the first time." Issei was smiling though he looked a tad bit pale in the face.
Yasaka smiled and nodded. "I am glad you took my instruction to heart, husband kun."
Issei felt a sudden pressure on his left leg. Looking down, none other than Kunou was hugging him.
"Welcome home, papa kun! Did you like the hot springs?" Kunou looked especially happy at the moment.
"Oh yes, your mother and I had a great time. It was one of the most relaxing places I've ever been, truthfully." Issei showed a serious intent behind his smile.
Kunou giggled. "Yup, it's really fun. I like to go there in the winter time. It gets so foggy. So neat!"
Issei laughed a bit and patted the princess on her head. He then looked around the room and his eyes stopped on Sona. "Pres, I mean, Sona. Hey."
Yasaka released Issei's arm while using one of her tails to push the teen closer toward Sona. Meanwhile, Sona tried to maintain her stoicism while attempting a simple nod. That was until Issei, (who understood why Yasaka was pushing him), proceeded to hug Sona, rather tightly. Even with Kunou attached to his leg, the teen managed to embrace his girlfriend. Sona's features softened into that of a woman that was in love.
"Issei, I missed you." Sona spoke in a very soft voice with a hardly noticeable decibel level.
Nodding, Issei replied in his own soft and subtle voice. "You too, Sona, I missed you too."
Remembering her declaration from earlier, Sona immediately tightened her arms around Issei. "Hyoudou, erm, Issei. Don't worry about Rias. Don't even have a second thought regarding her. You see, I am not going to let her hurt you again. So, is it alright if I am at your side, you know, for when you confront her?"
Feeling the sting of that same emotion he had back at Beppu, Oita, Issei reciprocated Sona's tight embrace with one of his own. "Thank you. Sona." Closing his eyes, Issei just stayed like that for a while.
Meanwhile, Kunou found herself being pried off of Issei by her mother. "Alright now, sweetheart, we need to get some essentials packed up. Also, I need to speak with the servants and guards. After all, traveling is never a stressless task, ara ara."
Serafall, Kunou, Tsubaki and now, Sona, all give their undivided attention to Yasaka.
The Leviathan Mao raises her hand as if she were in school. "Yasaka tan, Yasaka tan!" Serafall was now jumping up and down again while showing pure excitement in her mannerisms.
Placing a sleeve over her mouth, Yasaka begins to giggle. "Fufufufu! Well, you see, just like you, Sona dear, my daughter and I will be living with Issei, in Kuoh."
Serafall's jaw drops as her arm falls to her side. "What!?"
Kunou screams with absolute glee. "YAAAAAAY! Mommy, thank you!" Kunou is now attached to her mothers leg. "Thank you, thank you!"
Well then, there's another chapter for all of you. I hope you enjoyed it. Don't worry about the details involving the nine tailed fox of Kyoto. I have a perfect explanation as to how Yasaka will be living in Kuoh in the next chapter, so please, don't be concerned about it. Lastly, thank you my Discordies for watching and helping me with this chapter. Do you like what I do and want more? Join my Discord and get access to the beta's of my chapters before they are posted.
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Well, it's been fun, this is Christopher'Zazel, signing out.
