Quick side note Baldr is gonna have his god of war design, as that's much better than whatever we got with his Danmachi design. Like, I know he's the god of light and all, but he just looks like a prick in Danmachi. Like someone fake.

Because I mean Baldr, first and foremost, is a warrior. I get that Danmachi is a bit different with these things, but Baldr should still have his warrior side and not be dressed like that. Anyway, with that rant out of the way, enjoy.

Bell stood in Loki's office, his eyes widened. In front of him was the Far Eastern god known as Takemikzuchi bowing in front of him.

His familia did so as well while Mikoto still rested on the couch. Bell was very confused and didn't know what to do in this situation, so he looked to Loki for help.

"Alright, Take lift your head up. You're confusing the boy," Loki said.

"No! He must know how thankful I am for what he did. He brought Haruhime back to us and saved Mikoto. Such actions deserve thanks!"

"Uh, it's no big deal. Mikoto just asked for my help, and I helped her." Bell nervously said. He looked to Loki again for help. He really didn't know what to do.

"Alright, Take you thanked him. Now, bring your head up." Loki demanded.

Takemikzuchi bowed for a minute more before straightening out. "Do not downplay your actions, my good man. What you did here today has healed the hearts of my familia. As such, should you ever need anything, call upon me. I know we may not be the strongest, but we'll heed your call all the same."

Bell looked to Loki with a tentative look. This could be one of their first allies to prepare for the Long Night. Loki seemed to know what Bell was thinking and nodded in approval.

"Actually, there is something I'd like to talk with you about. In private first." Bell said.

Takemikzuchi nodded before telling his familia to leave. They left Mikoto on the couch as she was still unconscious. Haruhime stayed as well, saying she owed Bell a similar debt.

"So what is it you would like to talk about me with?" Takemikzuchi asked.

Bell nervously gulped as he was about to tell a practical stranger his secret. He hadn't even told his dungeon party or even Welf. But this situation was a little different. Takemikzuchi had given Bell his word he would help when no matter what.

"What I'm about to tell you is only known by a handful of people. Which means I need you to keep this a secret no matter what." Bell stated.

Takemikzuchi nodded in agreement, as well as Haruhime. The seriousness in Bell's tone showed them he wasn't joking around.

"Well, I thank you for confiding in us. But why tell us who you've only just met?"

"Well, because the two of you gave me your word that you'll help me no matter what. I know a promise like that means a lot in your culture." Bell explained.

Takemikzuchi nodded while Haruhime stood behind him. Bell looked over to Loki again, who gave him the go-ahead.

Bell took a deep breath before he spoke. "Ever since I was a boy. I've had dreams of a night that never ended. A night filled with cold and darkness for generations to come. At the head of this darkness is a White Walker. The Night King. I see him every night I go to sleep. His horse made of bones, and his skin like ice. He doesn't speak, but his presence is enough. In 10 years, he and his armies will invade the world. Millions, if not billions, will die. But then they'll come back and join his ranks. If we're to stand even a sliver of a chance, we all need to come together. Which is why I ask you to pledge me your support."

Takemikzuchi stared at Bell with his eyebrows slightly raised. Haruhime looked scared, and her tail wagged nervously.

"My, that's quite the tale," Takemikzuchi said.

Bell wryly chuckled. "Guessing you don't believe me then?"

Takemikzuchi nodded. "I'm finding it hard to believe an army of the dead is coming. I can sense you're telling me the truth, but as long as you think it's the truth, I can't tell if you're lying or not. I would like some proof before all this happens, but I already gave you my word. My familia will help you in this coming battle, but if you could prove to me the existence of these dead men you speak of, it would help me believe you more."

Bell felt like a weight was lifted off his shoulders. He had just gotten a new ally in his fight against the Night King.

"Well, I don't feel like venturing to his domain and snagging one. But if I get one, I'll make sure to make a big show of it upon my return."

"So, how many of the dead do you believe we'll be fighting?" Takemikzuchi asked.

Loki took over from here. "A lot. Right now, the Night King's forces number around 40 million. He, of course, will spread them all across the world, so we're still looking at maybe a million."

Takemikzuchi nodded again. "Alright, well, looks like we have our work cut out of us. I must take my leave now. I'll leave Haruhime and Mikoto in your care for the time being."

Takemikzuchi stuck his hand out, which Bell took. The two shook hands before Takemikzuchi left. Bell found it odd that he had a smile on his face.

Once Takemikzuchi was gone, Loki looked to Haruhime. "Well, since you're still up, wanna get my falna now?"

Haruhime nodded, and Loki signaled to an empty chair. Bell got up and walked to the exit, and opened it.

Only to see Poseidon standing at the doorway. He was tall with short, curly brown hair and a mustache and beard of the same color. He had a handsome face with a blue toga, which showed his bulging muscles. He wore an assortment of jewelry with golden earrings and silver bracelets.

"Bell, my boy! It's been too long!" Poseidon happily greeted.

Bell took a deep breath and let it out. "Goddamnit"

"Uh, Bell. Haruhime passed out," Loki said.

Bell slammed his head against the doorframe.

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Bell sat in Loki's office with a dead look in his eyes. It was late, and he wanted to go to sleep. But he couldn't, as his dear old Uncle Poseidon had come to visit.

Unluckily for him, his captain was brought along as well. Beatrix was a short woman with thigh-length blonde hair, which she kept tied up in a ponytail. She wore a white tank top that showed off her ample chest. She had on jeans as well but had samurai armor on her hips. Attached to them was a katana and a Shinto blade.

"Ahhhh, Bell, you've gotten so big! How old are you now?" She excitedly asked, shoving his face into her chest.

Bell sat there annoyed but let it happen anyway. "Yes, it's nice to see you to Beatrix. Can you let go of me now?"

"But I haven't seen you for three years! I need my Bell battery recharged." Beatrix stated.

Bell looked down to Longclaw. "It would be so easy," He thought.

Haruhime and Mikoto had been escorted away to another room by Loki while leaving Bell to suffer his fate.

"So, my boy, how've you been? I'm surprised not seeing Alfia here," Poseidon asked.

"She just left for Hearthome. Hera's turning it into a castle now." Bell answered, his voice muffled.

"Oh, wonderful. She's been wanting to do that for a while now. So tell me, what were you doing in the pleasure district? Trying to pop your cherry now that Alfia isn't around?" Poseidon teased.

"No, I was saving that fox girl you made pass out."

"Ah, Bell, ever the hero. Ooh, she was from the Far East. Can I get to know her? I wanna hear all about her experience with the culture!" Beatrix asked.

"Sure, go ahead. Also, Beatrix, I'd like to see something that isn't your chest shoved in my face. Can you let go now?" Bell asked.

"Nope. My Bell battery isn't fully recharged yet."

Bell groaned while Poseidon chuckled. "You know your Grandpa would be cheering you on right now?"

"I'm well aware. I can hear him screaming in my ear right now."

Poseidon chuckled again while Beatrix had a happy smile on her face. Bell acted like he hated this. But in reality, Beatrix was the closest thing Bell ever had to an older sister. She was just very clingy.

"You didn't deny going to the pleasure district to get your cherry popped." Poseidon joked.

Bell groaned. "I don't need to go there for that to happen, for your information."

Bell mentally cursed as Beaxtrix pulled back and stared at him, confused, while Poseidon simply smirked.

"Oh, do explain, Bell. I'm very interested in this mystery woman." Poseidon teased.

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Bell awoke after a short night of sleep. He wasn't able to get much sleep thanks to his raid on the pleasure district and his talk with Poseidon.

"Man, you look like shit," Raul said, getting out of his bed.

"I had a rough night." Bell groaned.

"I can tell. Wanna talk about it?"

Bell sat up and rubbed his eyes. Met was sleeping at the edge of the bed while Silver slept atop her.

"Eh, I'm fine. Just stuff that happened in the pleasure district." Bell yawned.

"Is that why it was on fire last night? Loki told us to stay here, but we could see the flames." Raul asked.

"That wasn't me. But I saved someone from one of Ishtar's fucked up deeds. You'll probably meet her later today."

"Why is it that when you run off somewhere, you're always saving someone?" Raul asked.

Bell got out of his bed and stretched. "You know, that's a really good question."

Bell grabbed his swords and attached them to his sides. He shook Met and Silver awake before they left the room. As they were walking, however, Alicia was waiting for them at the top of the stairs.

"Morning, Alicia," Bell yawned.

"Morning," Raul greeted.

Alicia was quiet as, with her hands behind her back. "Morning."

Bell and Raul looked at each other while Met walked forward and licked Alicia's hand. Alicia petted the Dire wolf, who softly nudged her. Raul knew what had happened at this point, as Aki told him.

"You doing alright?" Bell asked.

Alicia nodded. "Yeah, um, I'm doing better. It's just, um, I find it hard to sleep at night."

Bell could sympathize with her a little as he, too, found it hard to sleep. Although the circumstances as to why are very different.

"Well, I want you to meet someone who I think you'll get along with. You to Raul," Bell said.

The group walked down the stairs and into the foyer, where the main entrance was located. Loki was standing by the door with Mikoto and Haruhime.

"Wow, you look like shit. How long did Poseidon keep you up?" Loki asked.

"A while. He and Beatrix kept talking. Anyway Alicia, Raul. This is Haruhime and Mikoto. Haruhime will be joining the familia from now on, and Mikoto is her childhood friend." Bell explained.

"Wait, why is Mikoto here then, and why didn't Haruhime join her familia?" Raul asked.

"It is a very long story, and I do not feel like explaining it right now. I'll tell you later. Also, Alicia, you should get to know Haruhime better."

Alicia was confused as to why, but when she saw Haruhime's smile, she felt at peace. "Good morning, lady Alicia and sir Raul. Please take care of me."

"Woah. So pure," Raul thought.

"She's like the sun," Alicia thought.

"Alright, well, I'm hungry. Let's get something to eat." Bell said, walking to the cafeteria.

Everyone else was about to follow before Haruhime froze when Met walked up to her. Haruhime had never seen a wolf this big before, even in the dungeon. Met sniffed Haruhime before sitting down and wagging her tail.

"She wants you to pet her," Bell stated.

Haruhime looked at him, and her eyes widened in shock. "That's a-that's a dragon"

"Hmm. Oh yeah, this is Silver that's Met. Don't worry. They're friendly unless you try to hurt me or those I care about."

Haruhime slowly nodded before reaching down and hesitantly petting Met. Met happily wagged her tail, enjoying the attention.

"Alright, now that that's out of the way, breakfast. I'm hungry."

Bell walked into the cafeteria to see Poseidon and Beatrix sitting with his party.

"Oh goddamnit"

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Bell sat at the table with Bache on his left and Haruhime on his right. He had a blank look on his face as both Haruhime and Bache were trying to feed him. Poseidon and Beatrix were trying not to laugh while everyone else looked at them confused.

"Who knew Bell was such a ladies' man?" Cruz whispered.

"I know he's only been here for like a month and a half," Raul answered.

"Well, as a woman, I have to admit Bell is pretty cute. No wonder he has girls after him," Aki said, eating her pancakes.

Raul felt a pang of jealousy but didn't know why.

"Does he have a natural charm we don't know about?" Narvi asked.

"Yes, it's his boyish face. Bell always was a cute kid." Beatrix answered.

Alicia remained quiet and silently ate her pancakes. Met sat by her side while Silver sat in front of her plate. Alicia lazily picked up a piece of bacon and fed it to him.

"Here, sir, Bell eat this," Haruhime said.

"And after that, eat this as well," Bache added.

"I can feed myself. But I don't wanna dampen their mood," Bell thought.

Poseidon laughed as Bell let himself be fed. "You look like a child."

Bell promptly flicked him off, causing him to laugh louder. Mikoto sat next to Haruhime, looking at her old friend with a furrowed brow. Haruhime's behavior was very confusing.

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Loki sat at her table with her big three. They sat above everyone else on a small elevated platform that overlooked the cafeteria.

"So I see the boy has brought in another weary stray," Gareth commented.

"That he did," Loki answered.

"Well, good on him. Always nice to see new faces around here," Gareth added.

"So what are her capabilities? She doesn't seem like much," Finn asked.

Loki rolled her eyes. He could've found a better way to say that. "Oh, don't worry about her. With her situation, it's best she stays here."

"Are you gonna tell me about her situation?" Finn asked.

"Nope. Not my story to tell. You also won't go prying it out of her," Loki stated.

Finn bit his lip but remained quiet.

"He is rather crude, however. Especially with gods." Riviera said.

"He grew up around Zeus, Alfia, and Zald. Any respect he has for gods is him not killing them for trying to use him for his amusement. Besides, Poseidon is his uncle. He's allowed to give him the bird now and then," Loki said.

"He also looks busy with those two girls trying to feed him," Gareth laughed.

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After breakfast, Raul and the others went about their day. Haruhime stuck with Alicia, however, noticing that she was sad. Met and Silver went with them.

Bell gave Bache some reading and writing assignments for her to work on while Bell hopefully caught up on some sleep.

"Sir Bell. May I speak with you?" Mikoto asked.

Well, there goes that idea.

"Yeah, sure. What do you need, Mikoto?" Bell asked.

"Um, not here. Somewhere private."

Bell nodded and gestured for her to follow him. Once they arrived at his room, Mikoto had a blush on her face.

"Please don't be what I think this is," Bell thought.

"So what is it you want to talk about?" Bell asked.

Mikoto nervously swallowed before bowing. "I haven't had the chance to properly thank you for rescuing Lady Haruhime."

"Oh well, there's no need for that. Like I said, I'd help you, and I did. Now you and Haruhime are reunited and can spend time together again."

Bell hoped that would be enough to placate her. But alas, he was wrong.

"And again, I thank you for your help. I know I wouldn't have been able to do so without your help. Despite the Freya familia distraction."

"Yeah, that was odd she did that. I feel like her attack had to do with me."

Mikoto stopped bowing and quirked an eyebrow. "How so?"

"It was something she said when Ishtar went back to heaven. She said from a friend like she was giving me a gift. But that's also what the note I found when I got Silver said."

"Do you think the two are connected?" Mikoto asked.

"I don't know. But don't worry about that it's not really important."

Mikoto nodded before her blush returned. "Oh, um, well, since you saved Lady Haruhime. I um-I um offer my-my body to use at your disposal."

Bell gave Mikoto a blank stare. "Goddamnit, this is like the second time this has happened."

Mikoto nervously swallowed as Bell sighed. "Alright then, join my party and come down to the dungeon with me. That way, you can stick close to Haruhime."

Mikoto blinked in surprise. She had thought Bell would take a different approach to using her body. "Oh, um, alright. I can do that, yeah. But will Lady Loki and the others be alright with me joining?" Mikoto asked.

Bell shrugged. "Eh, she won't care. I pretty much have free reign to do what I want in this familia. It's also not like I'll listen to that tiny dumbass she has for a captain. I know what he says behind my back."

Mikoto looked at Bell, still confused at his request. "Well, alright. I'll be going now. Thanks again for your help, Sir Bell."

"Get home safe," Bell said as Mikoto walked away.

Once she was gone, Bell laid down on his bed. "Well, that's twice a woman has offered her body to me for helping them. Here's hoping it doesn't happen a third time."

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A few days passed, and Loki was sitting in her office. She was filling out the final pieces of paperwork for the expedition before someone knocked on her door.

She told them to come in, and a messenger from the Freya familia did. This caused Loki to quirk an eyebrow, but she accepted the letter nonetheless.

When the messenger left, she opened it and saw it was an invitation to a ball she was hosting. Its reasoning was to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Fryea familia being on top. The invite said she could bring as many people as she wanted.

But Loki assumed that it was all a cover so she could talk to Bell. He had told her his belief that Freya might've given him his dragon and also been at the pleasure district to help him. He didn't have any proof, but it was a nagging feeling in the back of his head.

"Hmm. Well, it looks like it's time to dress up fancy for the ball. Everyone will have two days to get a tux or a dress. Oh gods, if that kid puts on a tux, we'll have to beat the ladies off him."

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"So, how long are you here for maintenance, Uncle Poseidon?"

"A few months. So we should be here by the time Alfia gets back. It also means I can annoy you as much as I want."

Bell chuckled and rolled his eyes. The two were sitting atop the rooftop of the Twilight Manor overlooking the city of Orario. The wind was blowing gently, and the sun was high in the sky.

"So you still having those dreams?" Poseidon asked.

"Yup. Every day since I can remember."

Poseidon sighed. "How much time do we have left?"

"10 years. Which isn't a lot of time when you really think about it. So many people to convince and so little time." Bell calmly stated.

Poseidon placed a hand on Bell's shoulder. "Don't worry, you'll pull through. You have a way with people."

Bell sighed and looked down at the tiles. "I'm just afraid of how many people will die. How many of them will I know? Will I be able to succeed in stopping the Long Night?"

"I don't know, Bell. But I do know you'll try your damnedest, and that's enough."

Bell smiled before hearing a shout.

"Bell!!" A black-haired wolf girl yelled.

She crashed into him, causing him to fall backward. The girl rubbed her cheek against his as her tail wagged in happiness.

"What the Delta? Where did you come from?!"

"Over there," She answered, not pointing in a direction.

Delta was the vice-captain of the Poseidon familia and was a level six. She focused on speed and hand-to-hand combat, using her sheer destructive capabilities to dispatch her foes.

"Well, looks like she found ya," Poseidon laughed.

Bell rolled his eyes as he sat up with Delta maneuvering to sit on his shoulders. She leaned down and faced him.

"So, did ya miss me? Delta missed you."

"Yes, I guess I missed your charming personality, Delta." Bell smiled.

Delta's tail wagged faster. "Yay, it's so good to see Bell again. You got taller. How old are you now?"

"14 Now, where did you come from? How did you even know I was up here?"

"Over there, and I could smell you. Hey Bell, is it true you're going on an expedition soon?"

Delta again had not pointed in a direction, causing Bell to facepalm. "Yes, that's true, and where did you even hear that?"

"Some black-haired guy. He seemed cowardly, but he was talking to some other guy named Crut or Cru? No, it was Cra Cra."

Bell laughed as he knew who she was talking about. "That was Cruz and Raul. They're probably finishing up some quests to buy the supplies needed."

"Ooh, ok. Hey, Lord boss man, can I go with them? Pretty please, we're not doing anything."

Bell glanced over at Poseidon, who stroked his beard. "Very well, I don't see why not. I hear there's an Evilus threat in the city and that you're going to investigate them. Am I correct?"

"How did you-

"I'm a god, my boy. I know many things. I've also heard a tale of a level three fighting off three Evilus higher-ups during Monsterphelia. Heard some white-haired kid did it and ended up in the hospital. Care to explain, dear nephew."

Bell looked away while Poseidon leaned in closer. "I may or may not have almost gotten my head ripped off." He grumbled.

"What Bell almost lost his head! Show Delta where he is, and I'll kill him!"

"Uh, don't worry about it. I'm fine. Besides, he was a level eight. You're gonna need Leon for that one," Bell protested.

"Well, it looks like we'll have to bring Leon along as well. He'll be very useful in this expedition. He can also take this opportunity to teach you some things as well." Poseidon teased.

"Please, no. He's gonna tell me that knowledge is life, and as such, we should endlessly pursue it." Bell complained.

"Well, he's not exactly wrong," Poseidon added.

"I know he's not, but I don't wanna listen to him say it over and over!"

"Yeah, Leon uses too many big words. Hurts Delta's head."

"See, she gets me."

"Delta can't even spell her own name." Poseidon deadpanned.

"Delta can, too. D-elta."

"Eh, close enough."

The three sat in silence for a moment before Bell spoke again.

"So I take it this means you're joining us on the expedition then?" Bell asked.

"Yup. Besides, even if I didn't, Delta and Beatrix would just go anyway. Might as well give them approval."

"Yay, thank you, lord boss man! Hear that, Bell. That means Delta can watch your back!"

"Yay, I'm so happy." Bell deadpanned.

Delta didn't pick up on the tone, and her tail wagged faster. She was still on Bell's shoulders and didn't plan on moving anytime soon.

Not that Bell would move her either. Despite his attitude towards her, he still cared deeply for her. She'd been there for him since he was a small child.

Despite her eccentric personality, she still loved Bell. He was like a little brother that needed protection at all times.

She knew of his skills with a sword, but she didn't care. Bell was her little brother, and she didn't want him to fight. This, in turn, got her into Alfia's good graces.

Bell still laughs at the memory where Delta sat on Alfia's shoulders. Neither he nor Zald moved when that happened. They were waiting for the inevitable gospel that was soon to happen.

But it never did. Alfia just sipped her tea, and Delta remained on her shoulders. It always confused Bell on why Alfia let that happen.

"Well, I think it's time we head back down. People are probably wondering where we are." Bell said, standing up.

"Alright, let's go. I think it's almost lunchtime," Poseidon added.

"Yay, lunch. Delta hopes they have lots of meat."

She didn't move from Bell's shoulders, so he just walked with her on them. Safe to say, he drew the looks of many in his familia.

Well, that ends this chapter with the aftermath of the pleasure district settled and Takemikzuchi pledging his help in the Long Night. Even though he doesn't believe Bell.

We also met more Poseidon familia members that'll join the expedition, and Freya's having a ball. What wonders will come next?

Also yes it's Beatrix from Zom 100 and Delta from emmimacne in shadow

Anyway, I hope you enjoyed and I'll see you later.