"Sona's Chance"

A Highschool DxD fanfiction written by Christopher'Zazel

Chapter 45 "Mom? Dad? I'm a Devil."

Scene (Hyoudou Home, Kuoh Japan)

"Alright, now that everyone has a cup of tea, hot-chocolate in my granddaughter's case, hehe, well, let's hear about everything! I want to know how the two of you met! I want to know about little Kunou over here!" Miki Hyoudou was now softly patting the head of little Kunou as the fox princess blushed while taking a sip of her hot cocoa.

Then, finally, Issei's mother began to notice something. Feeling a pair of pointy and soft ears, Mrs. Hyoudou took a closer look. "Sweetheart, are these some kind of costume?"

Kunou looked nervous now, however Yasaka spoke up. "Mother, father…" Yasaka looked at both of Issei's parents while continuing to maintain her graceful mannerism. "My daughter and I are fox spirits. Yes, I am sure what I am saying seems a bit outlandish, however it is the truth."

Standing up from her seat next to Issei, Yasaka first bowed politely and then proceeded to move all nine of her tails, dancing them back and forth. Kunou also flickered her ears a bit. She was expecting her grandmother to back away as most human's do at first. That isn't what happened, in fact, Mrs. Hyoudou, (and now, Mr. Hyoudou), were both patting the fox princess on her head while watching her ears move with intrigue.

"How did I not notice something this adorable from the moment I saw you, dear? Of course you're a fox, aww so cute!" Issei's mother continued to dote on her grandchild as Mr. Hyoudou simply smiled and nodded.

Issei tilted his head in disbelief. "Really? That's all you guys have to say? I mean, don't you have questions? Why aren't you freaking out?"

Yasaka looked speechless as Sona and Serafall both had perplexity written on their faces. Meanwhile, the Gremory peerage sat silently while sipping on their hot tea, however Asia looked extremely uncomfortable.

"Yes, Issei, that's really all there is to say. Marrying a fox spirit, yes that is very interesting and I cannot wait to hear more about it. But right now, I must admit, I am very curious as to how Yasaka san and you met." Mrs. Hyoudou now took a sip of her tea with one hand as her other was resting on Kunou's head.

Issei took a glance toward Yasaka, then Serafall and finally, Sona. Instantly, Yasaka could understand what her husband was silently asking.

"Issei kun? Would you please start this conversation off? Perhaps explain to your parents of what you really are?" Yasaka continued to smile warmly.

Both of the Hyoudou parents looked toward Issei with questioning looks.

Standing up nervously, Issei looked at Akeno, then Kiba. After a silent nod from all involved, Issei moved his attention toward Koneko, (which only lasted for less than a second), as the flustered red dragon emperor finally laid his eyes upon Asia Argento. Asia's agitation seemed to lessen the longer the two stared at one another. Finally, eye contact was broken and Issei's attention was now on his parents.

"Mom, dad, um, well considering how well you took the news of Yasaka and Kunou being fox spirits, I thought I should tell you that, well…I'm kind of a devil?" Issei closed his eyes tightly at the end of his sentence.

Both Mr. and Mrs. Hyoudou looked at one another with looks of bewilderment. Then Mr. Hyoudou cracked a small smile and began to laugh out loud.

"Fwa ha ha ha ha! Okay, that's really funny son, but seriously, a devil? I get it, I get it, you're just trying to lighten the mood, but I assure you son, there's no need, so please, let's get back to how the two of you met and then…" Mouth drooping to the floor, Issei's father was now gobsmacked at what he was looking at.

Standing next to his wife, Issei's devil wings were now extended as his eyes were still glued shut. Meanwhile Yasaka was now patting the hunched over and nervous teen on his head.

Mrs. Hyoudou points toward Issei while using her other arm to pull Kunou closer into her, (as if protecting her from something demonic). "Issei! This is what happens when you read those naughty magazines from those perverted friends of yours! All of this is because of your own debauchery! My son, a Devil!? Oh dear." Mrs. Hyoudou was fake-crying about the situation.

Meanwhile Mr. Hyoudou looked at the other girls that accompanied his son. Both Sitri sisters are staring back at him. Then, (as if on cue), Sona and Serafall both release their own pairs of wings as they casually sip on their tea. Both Hyoudou parents are stunned to say the least. Then Akeno clears her throat. Instantly the Gremory peerage all released their wings as well.

"What? Wait, all of you are, um, devils?" Mrs. Hyoudou was practically heaving in and out. "This whole time, Akeno, Koneko, Asia? Okay, give me a moment to understand what's going on." Miki Hyoudou was usually a very strong woman who could take surprises like no other, but this was asking a bit too much of her.

"It's, um, it's not my fault. Mom, dad, it's not my fault!" Issei had his head lowered and because of that, his eyes were hidden by thick and brown strands of hair.

Yasaka moves her hand from his head and now onto his shoulder. Her smile was also gone and replaced with a very attentive expression. "Go on ahead, my darling, I'm right here."

Mr. Hyoudou spoke up with a stern look in his eyes. "What do you mean, son? Did somebody force you into all of this? Tell me!"

Issei flinched for a moment, then suddenly he felt angry. "I died, dad! I was killed! I b..b..bled to death, back in Kuoh park."

Everyone in the room didn't move a muscle or even make the slightest noise. All eyes, (widened in shock for different reasons), were on Issei.

"It's really stupid actually. A girl, no, a monster, she killed me and instead of passing on, I became a devil. Rias, she's my, m m master…" Issei got very quiet suddenly.

After a few moments, Mrs. Hyoudou was about to speak up, that was until Sona stood from the table.

"What your son failed to mention was that he didn't choose to become a devil, rather, in a way, it was forced upon him due to circumstances." Sona said this very matter of factly. "Issei had the choice to either die or be resurrected as a devil, to serve the house of Gremory. Also, I am your son's, erm, girlfriend, Sona Sitri, I apologize for all of this trouble." Sona politely bows.

Serafall began to laugh. "So tan, how bold! I never knew you had it in you!"

Sona began to lose her composure and blush.

After getting the desired reaction from her little sister, Serafall jumped up from her seat and threw an arm into the air. "Salutations, Mom and Dad! My name is Serafall Leviathan and I'm also Issei's girlfriend!"

"What? Issei, you have multiple relationships going on!?" Issei's mother was continuously looking around the room at each person aside from her husband.

Issei's attitude changed from dismal to now embarrassed. "Um, yeah, I sort of have a…"

Sona looked livid suddenly. Pointing at Issei, Sona made a demand. "Don't say it! Don't you dare say it!"

Serafall began to laugh loudly. Yasaka was also giggling in her sleeve. Akeno, Asia, Koneko and Kiba were all staring back at Issei with looks of sheer dread in their eyes.

Not being able to take much more of this, Asia stood up. "Ahem, Issei? Is it true? Are you really married to that woman? I mean, isn't that so sudden, being in high school and all?" Asia looked as if she was about to cry.

All eyes were now on the little devil nun. Issei was frowning as were most of the other inhabitants of the dining room. Yasaka thought for a moment and then took a deep breath.

"Asia Argento, I've heard about you. You, like Issei, have suffered a great deal, before being reborn as a devil. I know that you love him. I would be a fool to deny you of that which will sooth your very soul. Don't lose hope, for I know that my Issei loves you a great deal." Yasaka looks now toward Akeno. "And you, I understand. Akeno Himejima, priestess, devil and…oh, I see."

Akeno flinches at what Yasaka might reveal.

"Oh, don't worry dear, it's not my place. But, I know that your important kohai loves you, though you make him rather nervous a great deal of the time, fufufufu!" Yasaka was showing a very warm expression which seemed to have an effect on the room itself.

Koneko rolls her eyes while showing disinterest. Yasaka picks up on this and widens her smile.

"Aww, yes, Koneko Toujou. I think I may have been mistaken about you. My Issei thinks that you despise him, but that isn't true now, is it?" Yasaka winks toward the neko-devil.

Koneko remains silent and simply shakes her head.

Yasaka giggles a bit and then focuses her attention on Kiba, (who stands from the table in respect).

"Yuuto Kiba, ara ara. You really have a pure heart, don't you? You are very loyal to your master, however you are conflicted when it comes to your…friend and important teammate. Yes, this is something that you will have to come to terms with, young devil." Yasaka took another deep breath and returned her usual half crescent smile to her lips.

Mr and Mrs Hyoudou were simply watching the exchange in conversation between their new daughter-in-law and these highschool-devils, when all of the sudden, the sound of the front door could be heard opening and closing.

Issei shrieked in fear the moment he heard who was at the door. Noticing this, Yasaka pulled Issei closer into her with both arms.

"Mr Hyoudou, Mrs. Hyoudou, I'm back from my week of hell! Could I possibly ask one of you for a big glass of water?!" The sound of Rias's voice began to amplify as she got closer. "Hey, what are all of you doing in here…?" Rias walked into the dining room and immediately crossed her sweaty arms. "Issei? What is this?"

CLIFF HANGER! BURN! LOL, gotcha! Hey, you know I was gonna do that to all of you, right? It just has to happen. 4 Reviews, right after I posted chapter 44 today, well, I had to write another one, so here it is. Got it done before dinner, yay me. Also, yay for my discordies who listened to the beta and approved the whole way through. Thanks OverlordSturm and Yuki, you guys are great. Okay, I'm tired and wanna relax now. I'll try and get another chapter written, tomorrow possibly, (depends on how many reviews I get ;) Alright, this is Christopher'Zazel, signing out.

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