Chapter 15: Meeting the Holy Sister
Izumi and Aika walked side by side down the familiar route to school, Aika turned to Izumi "How did the contract go last night?" Aika asked, breaking the comfortable silence between them. Izumi sighed deeply, "It was... interesting, to say the least," she said.
"Do tell," Aika encouraged, her interest piqued even further.
"Well," Izumi started, "Rias asked me to take one of Koneko's requests because she was booked and I wanted to be useful. I didn't think much of it at first. You know how these requests usually go. But when I got to the client's house, I was in for a surprise."
Aika raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "What kind of surprise?"
Izumi chuckled, the absurdity of the situation still fresh in her mind. "The client was a grown man, dressed head to toe in a magical girl outfit. It was... very elaborate."
Aika's eyes widened in surprise, and she covered her mouth to stifle a laugh. "A magical girl outfit? Seriously?"
"Seriously," Izumi confirmed, shaking her head. "He was wearing this pink and white dress, complete with a frilly skirt, bows, and even a magical wand. He introduced himself as 'Miracle Mil-tan.'"
Aika couldn't hold back her laughter any longer and burst out laughing. "That's... wow. I wasn't expecting that."
"Neither was I," Izumi said, joining in the laughter. "But that wasn't even the end of it. When I looked around his house, I saw that it was filled with merchandise from a magical girl show called 'Miracle Levia-tan.' Posters, figurines, DVDs, everything. He was clearly a passionate fan."
Aika wiped a tear from her eye as she tried to catch her breath. "What did he want from you?"
"He wanted me to help him practice his magical girl poses and lines," Izumi explained. "He was preparing for some kind of fan event and wanted to make sure his performance was perfect."
Aika shook her head, still smiling. "I have to give him credit for his dedication."
"Yeah, it was something," Izumi agreed. "But it was definitely one of the more unusual requests I've ever handled. I ended up spending the evening helping him perfect his transformation sequence and battle cries."
"I bet you did a great job," Aika said encouragingly. "You're good at that kind of thing."
"Thanks," Izumi said, feeling a little more at ease. "It was actually kind of fun, once I got over the initial shock. He was really into it, and his enthusiasm was contagious."
As Izumi and Aika continued their conversation, they were so engrossed in their exchange that they didn't notice a nun standing in the middle of the sidewalk, looking around with a puzzled expression. Aika, laughing at something Izumi had just said, wasn't watching where she was going and bumped straight into the nun.
The nun is a beautiful young woman with long blonde hair and green eyes. Her hair flows all the way down to her back, with split bangs over her forehead and a single strand sticking out from the top and sloping backward. Her attire consisted of a dark teal nun outfit with light blue accents, a white veil over her head with light blue accents, a brown satchel slung on her right hip and brown boots with black straps in an X-shaped pattern. She also wore a silver cross necklace around her neck.
With a surprised yelp, the nun stumbled backward and fell onto her rear, her skirt rising up in the process flashing the girls. Both Izumi and Aika were momentarily stunned, their cheeks flushing at the accidental flash.
"Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry!" Aika exclaimed, quickly bending down to help the nun. Izumi also moved to assist, offering the nun her hand.
"It's alright, it's alright," the nun said in a flustered tone, her words coming out in a rapid stream of Italian. As she accepted their help and stood.
Izumi, blinking in surprise, asked, "Are you lost?"
The nun's eyes widened. "Oh, you speak Italian?" she asked, her voice filled with wonder.
Izumi exchanged a bewildered look with Aika. "What just happened?" she whispered.
Aika, realizing how they are understanding the nun. "I'll explain later," she murmured back before turning her attention to the nun. "Where are you supposed to be?"
The nun, still looking a bit flustered, responded, "I need to find a church in Kuoh."
"Well, we can help you with that," Aika said with a reassuring smile. "We'll escort you there."
"Thank you so much," the nun said gratefully, her relief palpable. "I was starting to worry that I'd never find my way."
The three of them set off together, with Izumi and Aika flanking behind the nun to ensure she looked around in curiosity. As they walked, Aika filled Izumi in on the details.
"The reason why we can speak back to her is because of our devil
tongue. We have the ability to translate languages into something we know and our own voice into someone else's own language," Aika explained. "It's probably why we can understand her now."
Izumi nodded thoughtfully. "That makes sense. But why is a nun in Kuoh?"
Aika shrugged. "Who knows? Maybe we'll find out when we get to the church."
As they continued their walk, the nun seemed to relax. As Izumi, Aika, and the nun walked through the park, the walk was interrupted by the sound of a child's cries. They spotted a little boy sitting on the ground, cradling his knee, which was scraped and bleeding. Without hesitation, the nun rushed over to him, her face filled with concern. Before Izumi and Aika can stop her.
"Don't cry, little one," she said softly, kneeling beside him and gently placing her hand over the injury. Her voice was soothing, and she whispered calming words to the boy, who began to quiet down. As she spoke, the ring on her hand glowed green, and Izumi and Aika watched in astonishment as the wound began to heal before their eyes.
In that moment, Izumi's Sacred Gear briefly emerged, a faint aura surrounding her before disappearing just as quickly. Aika noticed and turned to her friend, a question in her eyes. "Why did you summon your Sacred Gear?"
Izumi shook her head, her expression puzzled. "I didn't do it myself. It just... happened."
Aika nodded thoughtfully. "We should ask Lobo about this later."
Izumi agreed as they turned their attention back to the nun, who was now speaking kindly to the boy.
"Be more careful next time, alright?" she said, giving him a warm smile.
The boy hugged the nun tightly. "Thank you, miss!"
"You're welcome," she replied, patting his back gently. The boy waved goodbye and ran off, his tears forgotten.
When they finally reached the church, both Izumi and Aika felt a strange sensation, like a shiver running down their spines, as if their bodies were being pricked by an unseen force. They exchanged uneasy glances but continued forward.
The nun bowed to them as they arrived at the entrance. "Thank you both for walking with me," she said with sincere gratitude.
"It's alright," Izumi replied with a smile. "We're happy to help."
"My name is Asia Argento," Asia said as she introduced herself. "May God bless you with a wonderful day."
Izumi and Aika suddenly felt a sharp pain, like a needle piercing their brain. They winced, and Asia immediately noticed their discomfort. "Are you alright?" she asked, concern evident in her voice.
Izumi waved her off, forcing a smile. "We're fine, really."
"Take care, Asia," Aika added, her tone gentle.
Asia watched them with a worried expression as they turned and walked away, heading back towards the school. Once they were out of earshot, Aika turned to Izumi.
"That was strange," she said, rubbing her head where the pain had flared.
"Yeah," Izumi agreed, a frown creasing her forehead. "We'll definitely need to talk to Lobo about this."
As Izumi and Aika hurried towards the school, the bell for the first period rang, signaling the start of the day. Huffing and slightly out of breath, they made their way to the Kendo Club room, slipping inside just in time.
Murayama and Katase greeted them with relieved smiles. "You barely made it," Murayama said.
Izumi and Aika exchanged sheepish looks. "We were helping someone who was lost," Aika explained, still catching her breath.
Murayama and Katase glanced at each other before turning back to the girls, nodding in understanding. "That's a good reason," Katase said with a smile. "But now, get into your uniforms. Practice is about to start."
Izumi and Aika nodded, quickly making their way to the locker room to change. They donned their kendo gear. Once they were ready, they headed to the training area, joining their fellow club members.
Izumi and Aika warmed up with practiced ease as thanks to their devil power helping them. As they were training, Murayama and Katase approached them.
"Hey, you two," Murayama called out. "Up for a spar?"
Izumi and Aika exchanged glances "Sure," Izumi said with a nod.
Murayama and Katase grinned, stepping back to give them space. The four girls took their positions, facing off with determined expressions. The room fell silent as the rest of the club members paused to watch.
"Ready?" Murayama asked, her voice steady.
Izumi and Aika nodded, their grips on their shinai firm.
"Begin!" Katase announced.
The spar began with a burst of movement, shinai clashing as the girls engaged in a fast-paced and intense duel. Murayama and Katase moved with practiced ease, their attacks swift and precise. Izumi and Aika matched them blow for blow, their teamwork and communication evident in their fluid movements.
Izumi parried a strike from Murayama, countering with a quick jab that Murayama narrowly avoided. Aika and Katase exchanged rapid strikes, their footwork light and agile. The sound of bamboo swords meeting echoed through the room, drawing the attention of more onlookers.
Finally, after a particularly intense exchange, Murayama called out, "Enough!"
The four girls stepped back, breathing heavily as the room erupted in applause, the other club members impressed by the display of skill and teamwork.
"Good match Izumi, Aika." Katase said, her eyes sparkling with respect.
"You too Murayama, Katase." Izumi replied, a tired but happy smile on her face.
Murayama nodded in agreement. "You two have really improved. Especially you Aika." Katase said.
"Thanks," Izumi said as she wiped the sweat from her forehead. "That was a great spar."
As they took a moment to catch their breath and hydrate. After their intense sparring session, Izumi and Aika headed to the locker room to cool down. They quickly stripped down and made their way to the showers. As they walked, they swore they heard faint giggles, but looking around, they couldn't find the source. Shrugging it off, they continued to the showers.
"Can you believe how well I did against Katase?" Aika said, turning the hot water on. "If I hadn't become a devil, I would have gotten my butt kicked."
Izumi chuckled, rinsing off the sweat and grime from practice. "I know what you mean. Before I became a devil, I had a hard time keeping up with Murayama. But now, I feel like we could take on the entire Kendo team and win."
They finished their showers and changed back into their school uniforms. As they were getting ready to leave, a piercing scream echoed from outside the building. Startled, they quickly grabbed their belongings and ran towards the sound.
Exiting the building, they saw Katase and Murayama already outside, their faces twisted in anger. Following their gaze, Izumi and Aika spotted Lobo holding Motohama and Matsuda by their collars. The two boys struggled to break free, their faces pale.
Lobo turned to the girls "I caught these two peeping into the girls' locker room," Lobo said
Motohama and Matsuda vehemently shook their heads. "It's not true! We were just passing when this brute began harassing us. I swear we are innocent." they protested in unison.
Izumi walked over to the wall where Lobo had caught them and noticed a small hole that offered a clear view into the locker room. She remembered the giggles they had heard earlier. Turning to Katase and Murayama, "Yasutora is telling the truth." Izumi said
Katase and Murayama's eyes narrowed in fury. Lobo threw the perverted duo at their feet. The boys tried to scramble to their feet and run, but the girls were too quick for them. Katase and Murayama caught them by their collars, their grips were like iron.
"You perverts!" Katase hissed, her eyes blazing. "How dare you spy on us!"
Murayama added, "You think you can get away with this? Think again."
Motohama and Matsuda whimpered, their bravado crumbling under the furious glares of the girls. Izumi and Aika exchanged a glance, both feeling a mix of satisfaction and disgust.
"Maybe you should put them to good use and set them up as a dummy to practice on." Aika suggested.
Katase and Murayama glanced at each other and nodded "Agreed," Murayama said, still fuming. "Let's go."
The group marched towards the Kendo Club as the boys' protests fell on deaf ears. Then the perverted duo's scream can be heard as they plead for mercy.
"Well, that was eventful," Aika said, shaking her head. "But at least we handled it."
"Yeah," Izumi agreed. "Let's just hope those two learn their lesson."
Lobo chuckled as he turned to the two pawns "Hey, you two! How was your morning?"
"Oh, Lobo, you wouldn't believe it! We had the most interesting morning." Aika said
Izumi chimed in, "Yeah, we escorted a nun to a church."
Lobo's eyes widened in surprise. "A nun? Tell me does she have long blonde hair, green eyes, and look like a lost puppy."
Izumi and Aika eyes widened as Lobo's description of Asia was spot on as they nodded.
Lobo rubs his forehead as he is going to have a talk with Raynare and the others as they let Asia walk by herself in a foreign country. "Alright, we will have a proper conversation about this later. When we get back to Rias, we'll discuss this in detail."
The girls nodded in agreement. "Got it," Aika said.
Lobo's expression softened as he pulled them both into a warm hug. "Take care of yourselves, alright? I'll see you later."
Izumi and Aika hugged him back tightly "See you later, Lobo," they said in unison.
As Lobo walked away, Aika turned to Izumi "No wonder you fell for him." Aika said with a teasing smile.
Izumi blushed deeply, her cheeks turning a rosy shade of pink. "Aika! It's not like that," she protested, though her giggle betrayed her words.
The bell rang, signaling the end of the first period, and the two girls headed to their next class.
As the day went by, the final bell rang, signaling the end of classes. Izumi and Aika headed towards the Occult Research Club room, their minds still preoccupied with the events of the day. When they entered, they found Rias sitting at her desk, reviewing some documents.
"Rias, we need to tell you something," Izumi began, her voice hesitant.
Rias looked up, sensing the seriousness in her tone. "What happened?"
"We helped a lost nun find her way to the church in Kuoh," Aika explained. "She was really lost, and we couldn't just leave her."
Rias's eyes widened, and she stood up abruptly. "What? You escorted a nun to a church? Do you realize how dangerous that was? The Church and Devils are enemies! That was incredibly foolish!"
Izumi and Aika lowered their heads, feeling the weight of Rias's reprimand. Rias's face softened as she saw their dejected expressions. She stepped forward and enveloped them in a hug.
"Just be careful next time, alright?" Rias said, her tone now gentle. "I can't bear the thought of anything happening to either of you."
With that, she left the room, leaving Izumi and Aika feeling a mixture of guilt and relief. They sighed dejectedly and sank onto the sofa. Akeno appeared behind them, her presence almost ethereal.
"Rias wasn't mad at you," Akeno said softly. "She was just worried. She's glad you were being thoughtful and helping someone in need."
"We didn't mean to make her mad," Izumi murmured.
Lobo, who was sitting on the other couch with Kaguya next to him, looked up. "Rias is dealing with a lot right now. She didn't mean to take it out on you."
Izumi and Aika nodded, feeling a bit better but still troubled. They explained what had happened when they escorted Asia to the church.
"When we were near the church, we felt this urge to run. And when she blessed us, our heads started hurting," Aika said, rubbing her temple at the memory.
Lobo turned back to Izumi and Aika. "Your devil instincts were warning you because of the holy energy churches have. That's why you felt like running. And the headache? That's because any biblical phrase or blessing will cause pain to devils and demons. It's a natural reaction for demonic beings."
Izumi and Aika nodded, absorbing this information. It made sense, given their experiences.
"So, we should avoid churches and holy blessings," Izumi concluded.
"Exactly," Lobo confirmed. "It's best to be cautious around anything related to the Church."
The girls sat quietly, reflecting on the day's events "We'll be more careful from now on," Aika said.
Rias re-entered the room, accompanied by Kiba, Koneko, and Kuroka. Kiba stood near Rias desk as Koneko walked over to Izumi and Aika, sitting down next to them. Kuroka, who had let her cat features show, sauntered over to Lobo and sat on his lap, cuddling against him.
Rias cleared her throat, capturing everyone's attention. "I have received a message from the Archduke. A Stray Devil has been sighted in Kuoh, and it's our job to eliminate it."
Akeno immediately began preparing a summoning circle, her movements quick and efficient. As the circle formed, Rias looked at Lobo. "We'll see you there."
Lobo nodded. "We'll catch up soon."
With that the girls stepped into the summoning circle. In a flash of light, they teleported away, leaving Lobo, Kaguya, and Kuroka behind. Kaguya looked at Lobo with concern. "What's the matter Lobo-Sama?"
Kuroka, still cuddling Lobo, also looked up curiously. "Yes, tell us."
Lobo sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Asia was exiled from the Church for healing a devil and was then sent to Raynare. I've spoken to Michael and Gabriel about her situation, but their hands were tied as they can't interfere with the church decision. I've narrowed down some possibilities, but it's still unclear why things happened the way they did."
He shook his head and stood up. "Well I'll figure it out later. Now let's head to Rias and help with the Stray Devil." He said.
Kaguya and Kuroka stood up as well, each taking one of Lobo's hands. In a moment, they teleported with a sound of static, reappearing outside an abandoned warehouse. They spotted Rias and her group entering the building and quickly followed behind.
Lobo trailed behind Rias and her peerage, the group's footsteps echoing softly against the concrete floors of the abandoned warehouse.
The air was thick with the cloying stench of decomposing bodies, a smell that made even the most seasoned members of Rias's team gag. For Lobo, Koneko, and Kuroka, whose senses were far sharper than those of their peers, the odor was a near-overwhelming assault on their heightened olfactory nerves.
Lobo's eyes flicked to the side, catching sight of Koneko's clenched jaw and Kuroka's slight wince as they navigated the labyrinthine passages. The warehouse was a decrepit maze of rusted metal and crumbling concrete, each corner potentially hiding threats both seen and unseen.
As the group ventured further into the gloom, Izumi and Aika exchanged uneasy glances before turning to Rias. "What exactly is a Stray Devil, Buchou?" Izumi asked, her voice echoing in the cavernous space.
Rias glanced over her shoulder, her expression grim. "Stray Devils are Reincarnated Devils who have diverted away from their masters for their own selfish desires. Without their masters to keep their powers in check, they become a great threat if their powers go beyond their control."
Aika shivered at Rias's words, her hand unconsciously tightening. Before anyone could respond, a deep male voice resonated through the warehouse, dripping with malice and amusement. "I can smell something so sweet but disgusting at the same time."
The group halted, eyes darting around the dimly lit expanse, searching for the source of the voice. The oppressive silence that followed was shattered by Kaguya.
"Something's coming," Kaguya whispered, her eyes narrowing as she scanned their surroundings with her Byakugan.
Without warning, Lobo and Kaguya simultaneously felt a surge of energy from within the group, their instincts screaming at them to move. In a split second, they pushed the others out of the way just as the Stray Devil made his appearance as he emerged from the ground.
The Stray was a grotesque mockery of his former self, his body twisted and contorted in unnatural ways. His skin was a sickly, mottled gray, and his fingers ended in razor-sharp claws that dripped with an ominous, black substance. His presence exuded an aura of corruption and chaos, the very air around him seeming to warp and distort.
"There you are," the Stray purred, his voice a sinister blend of hunger and madness. "I knew I could smell something delicious."
Rias stepped forward, her eyes blazing with determination. "You won't harm anyone here, Demios. Your reign of terror ends now."
The Stray laughed, a chilling sound that echoed through the warehouse. "You think you can stop me? I'm beyond your control, little girl. Maybe once I'm done killing that wretched mongrel. Then I'll have my way with your dead bodies." Demios said.
Kiba turned to Rias, her sword ready as Rias nodded in an instant, Kiba vanished, her speed surpassing human comprehension, "Where did she go?" Izumi exclaimed, her eyes wide with astonishment, "I can't see her!"
"She's too fast," Aika added,
scanning the area frantically.
"Well time to describe what a peerage is to you both. If you are familiar with chess, Yuuto represents a [Knight] so her traits are speed and the way of swordsman-ship," she said. Kiba sword sliced through the air with deadly precision cutting the Stray Devil arms. It let out a deafening roar of pain as its arm flew behind the group.
The Stray regenerate it arms and in retaliation, the Stray Devil swung
its massive arm towards Koneko, its
speed and power is a terrifying sight.
"Koneko, watch out!" The girls shouted in unison.
The arm slammed into the ground where Koneko stood, creating a crater with the force of the impact.
Rias remained unperturbed, her
eyes focused and unwavering. "Do
not worry," she assured her team.
"Koneko is a [Rook]. Her traits are simple, tremendous strength and defensive ability. That kind of attack won't even scratch her."
As if on cue, the Stray Devil's arm began to tremble, and Koneko emerged from the crater, dust and debris falling away from her like water. She grasped the monstrous arm with both hands "Head up." With amighty heave, she lifted the Stray Devil off its feet and slammed it onto the floor with earth-shattering force.
The ground quaked from the impact cracks spider-webbing out from where the Stray devil landed. Izumi and Aika noticed movement behind Rias and saw the arms jumping to Rias in order to strike her down. "Buchou" They sprang into action as Aika summoned a shield of light around Rias, the barrier deflecting the oncoming limbs.
Izumi summoned her Sacred Gear as the Staff glowing with a fierce red fire, unleashed a torrent of flames that consumed the severed arms, reducing them to ashes in moments.
"Thank you two," Rias said as Aika dispelled the shield as she walked up to the pawns and ruffled their hair. Then she turned to Akeno. "Alright Akeno you're up." She said
Akeno giggles "Ara Ara you tried to hurt my king, now I must punish you. Hope you don't pass out on me." She said as yellow lighting gathered in her hand then she aimed at the Stray as the devil was electrocuted as it screamed in pain.
"Akeno is my [Queen]. The almighty vice commander combines the powers of all other pieces." She said as the lightning got brighter.
"Oh my, you still seem to have some energy left. Then how about this?" Akeno said as she pushed more energy into the attack as the Stray screamed in agony.
Rias shook her head at her [Queen] "She specializes in attacks using demonic powers. On top of that, she is a complete sadist." She said as as Akeno began laughing sadistically
Rias called out to Akeno "Alright Akeno that's enough." She said as Akeno stopped her attack as the burnt body of the Stray groaned in pain.
"We're already done? That's a little disappointing." Akeno said before she walked back to the group as she stood next to Lobo. "I hope you can last longer Lobo-Sama. Still have to punish you for what you did to little Izumi." She said as she licked her lips. Lobo coughed as he looked away.
Rias walked up to the Stray "Any last words?" She said as the burnt corpse stared at Rias "Kill me." He said as Rias nodded then raised her hand as a ball of Power of Destruction formed in her hand. "Then you shall vanish. Checkmate." She said as the P.O.D destroyed the Stray as its body turned to dust.
Rias turned to her peerage as she smiled at them "We're done here. Now, let's go back." She said as her peerage bowed "Yes, Buchou!" As Akeno began the circle, Izumi called out to Rias "Rias I know Aika is a pawn but what my pie- uh my role in your group." Izumi asked.
"You have the same role as Aika as both of you are my only two pawns. Yes Pawns are considered foot soldiers but I won't treat you both like pawns as everyone in this peerage is considered family." She said as the group headed back to the club room.
-Next Day-
Izumi and Aika stepped into the clubroom, their steps synchronized with a sense of purpose. The familiar atmosphere of the room was instantly comforting, the gentle hum of magical energy always present in the air. They were greeted by Rias and Koneko, both looking up from their respective tasks. Rias' smile was warm and welcoming, a stark contrast to Koneko's usual stoic expression.
"Ah, Izumi, Aika," Rias began, her voice smooth and pleasant. "Koneko is overbooked again, and I was wondering if you two could take on a contract for her?"
Izumi and Aika exchanged a glance, silently communicating before Izumi spoke up. "We can handle it."
Koneko, who had been preparing to leave, gave them a rare thumbs up before disappearing in a flash of light as she teleported to her contract. Rias watched her go, then turned back to Izumi and Aika with gratitude evident in her eyes.
"Thank you," Rias said sincerely as she handed them a flyer. "This one seems straightforward, but please be careful."
Aika took the flyer and examined it briefly before nodding. "Got it. We'll be cautious."
Izumi smiled reassuringly at Rias before taking Aika's hand. "Let's do this."
With a practiced ease, Aika conjured a summoning circle beneath their feet. In a swirl of magical energy, they found themselves standing outside the contractor's house. It was an old, somewhat dilapidated building, its once bright paint now faded and peeling.
Izumi stepped forward and knocked on the door, her voice steady as she called out. "Hello? We're here about the contract."
There was no response. The silence was unsettling, a stark contrast to the usual routine of their missions. Aika reached out and gently touched the doorknob, finding it unlocked.
"That's strange," she murmured, frowning. "Why would anyone leave it unlocked?"
Cautiously, they pushed the door open and stepped inside. The air was thick with an odd, musty smell, and the house was eerily quiet. They called out again, their voices echoing through the empty halls.
As they ventured further into the living room, they were met with darkness. Aika raised her hand and muttered a quick incantation, a small ball of light forming at her fingertips. The room was instantly illuminated, and what they saw made them gasp in horror.
A corpse was crucified on the wall, the word "SINNER" carved into its stomach. Blood had dried in dark, gruesome patterns, the sight chilling them to the bone. Izumi's hand flew to her mouth, her eyes wide with shock.
"What... What happened here?" she whispered, her voice barely audible.
Aika took a step closer, her face pale but determined. "This isn't just a simple contract," she said, her voice trembling slightly.
As Izumi and Aika stared in shock at the crucified corpse, a chilling sound broke the heavy silence. Giggling and laughter echoed through the dark room, drawing their attention to the couch in the corner. Two figures sat there, one a woman with stark white hair and piercing red eyes, and the other a man with silver hair and equally red eyes.
The man spoke first "Punishment of the wicked. I'm quoting the Holy Scripture here."
The woman leaned forward, a sinister smile on her face. "Well, well, if it isn't a pair of devils in this house."
Izumi and Aika's eyes widened as they took in the sight of the two. There was an unmistakable aura of danger around them, one that sent a shiver down their spines. The man stood up, a twisted grin spreading across his face.
"Allow me to introduce ourself," he said with a flourish. "Freed Sellzen, and this lovely lady here is my sister Shiro Sellzen. We're priests of a certain exorcist organization."
Izumi pointed an accusing finger at them, her voice trembling with a mix of anger and fear. "Did you do this?"
Freed and Shiro burst into laughter, the sound echoing ominously through the room. Freed's eyes glinted with madness as he stepped closer, his grin widening.
"Of course we did," he said gleefully. "Once a human makes a deal with a devil, they are sinners. And it's our holy duty to rid the world of sinners."
Shiro's smile never wavered as she added, "And that includes devils like you."
In a flash, the two exorcists pulled out weapons—guns and swords glowing with holy energy, the light from them almost blinding in the dim room. Izumi and Aika's hearts pounded as they realized the gravity of the situation. These were no ordinary exorcists; they were dangerous, and they had the power to kill them.
Freed fired a bullet heading straight towards Aika as she was too slow to react. Then Izumi pushed Aika out the way as she took a bullet to the stomach. Izumi screamed in pain as the holy bullet burned her and Aika grabbed Izumi and tried to run.
Shiro was upon her and swung at Aika back as the holy blade dug deep into her back. Then Aika fell to the ground along with Izumi as the two cried out in pain. The siblings laughed at the two as Izumi sat up and raised her hand as her Sacred Gear.
Freed noticed this "Oh look sister the devil slut has a toy. You think that puny shit is gonna do anything." Freed said.
Then a gasp broke the banter as they looked towards the doorway as Asia stood there. "Ah there goes our assistant. Asia, did you put up the barrier like we told you to do." Shiro said, smiling.
Asia looked shocked as she saw the corpse crucified on the wall "Father Freed, Sister Shiro what is going on." Asia said
Freed shook his head "I forgot this stupid bitch is a fucking noob." He said as he pointed toward the corpse and then Izumi and Aika "We kill off these shitty worthless people who were enchanted by these devilish fiends." Freed said.
"No way Izumi, Aika, why are you here?" She said as Shiro looked at Asia then at Izumi and Aika "You know these two devil bitches. Asia?" Shiro said.
Asia stood in between as she pleaded with Freed and Shiro "Please Father Freed and Sister Shiro forgive this one but let Izumi and Aika go. They are good people even if they are Devils. And God won't forgive you for such deeds." Asia said.
Shiro walked up to Asia and slapped her across the face "You stupid bitch have you lost your fucking mind trying to stick up for the devil bitches." Shiro said
Freed walked up to Asia "The fallen angel woman said we can't hurt you." Then he tore Asia's shirt off as her chest was bare for them to see. "But I think you need to be punished for trying to save these devil sluts." Freed said.
Then Shiro threw Asia toward the ground as Izumi and Aika were mad "Leave her alone." They said as the sibling looked at them then laughed "What the fuck are you gonna do about it. You know what sister, let's kill the sluts then slice them into mincemeat." Freed said.
Freed and Shiro were upon them with their swords aimed straight at them as Izumi raised her gear and hugged Aika close to her. Then a Summoning circle appeared as Kiba and Lobo as they clashed swords with the exorcists.
Izumi and Aika looked relieved "Lobo? Kiba?" Izumi said as Akeno, Kaguya, Koneko, Kuroka and Rias appeared behind them.
Rias saw that Izumi and Aika were hurt as she turned towards the Sellzen twins. "Two Stray Exorcists in my territory and you decided to hurt my precious pawns is unforgiving." Rias said.
Freed turned to his sister "Look sis more shitty devils decided to crash our party way don't we show them some good shit." Freed said.
Lobo and Kiba kicked the twin back as they held a defensive position "What vulgar language are you sure to be a priest." Kiba said as her nose scrunched in disgust.
"Fuck you bitch we don't need to be taught dignity by some dumb devils." Shiro said.
Lobo chuckles as he looks at Freed "Let me guess you were the altarboy that the Priests couldn't keep their hand off huh." Lobo said as the girls giggled as Shiro laughed hard at that.
That pissed off Freed "Fuck you motherfucker I'll kill you then have my way with all these devil sluts." Freed said.
Akeno eyes widen "Rias I sense multiple Fallen Angels and Exorcists closing in on us." Akeno said Rias nodded "Alright, our main focus is Izumi and Aika. Akeno get us out of here." Rias said as Akeno prepared the summoning circle as Kiba and Koneko walked over.
Lobo turned to Kaguya and Kuroka "Take Izumi and Aika back to the clubroom. Call Tsunade and Shizune and have them check up on Izumi and Aika injuries." Lobo said as Kaguya picked up Izumi as Kuroka picked up Aika and walked toward Rias who was about to leave.
Izumi looked towards Asia. "Wait, what about Asia? We can't leave her here, she is our friend." Izumi said.
Lobo smiled then he turned to Rias "I'll meet you in a second. I'll deal with this, Ok." He said as Rias hesitated but nodded and they teleported back to the Clubroom.
Freed's grin widened "You really think you can take us on? You're outnumbered and outmatched. This is the end for you, Devil bastard."
Shiro's eyes sparkled with a cruel amusement as she joined in. "What a fool you are. Did you think we'd be unprepared? You're surrounded."
As if on cue, multiple Fallen Angels and Exorcists materialized from the shadows, encircling Lobo. He noticed Raynare, Mittelt, and Kalawarna exchanging uneasy glances before quietly retreating, taking Asia away from the impending massacre.
Freed cackled, his voice echoing through the clearing. "Look around you, Lobo. It's fifty against one. Do you really think you stand a chance?"
Shiro's laughter joined his, mocking and cold. "You're finished. This is the end for you."
But Lobo's expression remained unchanged. He chuckled softly, a sound that sent a shiver down the spines of his enemies. "I'm not locked in here with you," he said as grins "You are locked in here with me."
With a slow, deliberate movement, Lobo assumed an iaijutsu stance, his hand resting lightly on the hilt of his sword. He closed his eyes and took a deep breath, his body relaxing as he centered himself. The air around him crackled with lightning as it arced across his form illuminating him.
"Thunder Breathing First Form: Thunderclap and Flash" Then, in a flash of blinding light, Lobo moved. He was a blur, his sword a streak of blue as he darted through the ranks of his enemies. The Fallen Angels and Exorcists had no time to react. As he sheathed Enma the sound of thunder could be heard as their heads fell to the ground.
Freed and Shiro watched in stunned silence as their forces crumbled around them. In the span of a heartbeat, forty-eight of their allies lay headless on the ground. Lobo stood amidst the fallen, his body gleaming in with the blood of his enemies, his breath steady and unlabored.
Freed's grin faltered, replaced by a look of disbelief. "Impossible…"
Shiro's amusement was gone, her eyes wide with shock and hint of lust. "How…?"
Lobo straightened, his gaze locked onto Freed and Shiro. "It's just the three of us now," he said, his voice calm and unyielding. "Are you sure you still want this?"
Freed's face twisted in rage, and he lunged at Lobo, his blade slashing through the air. Shiro followed suit, her movements quick and deadly. But Lobo was faster. He deflected Freed's attack with ease, his sword a blur as he parried Shiro's strikes.
Lobo moved with a grace and precision that left his opponents struggling to keep up. Freed's attacks grew more desperate, his frustration evident with each failed strike. Shiro's movements became erratic, her confidence shaken. Lobo remained calm and focused, his every action purposeful and efficient.
Finally, with a swift, decisive strike, Lobo disarmed Freed, sending his weapon flying into the darkness. In the same fluid motion, he knocked Shiro's sword from her grasp, leaving them both defenseless.
They staggered back, their expressions a mix of fear and disbelief. Lobo stood before them, his sword pointed at the ground, his eyes cold and unwavering.
"You underestimated me," Lobo said quietly. "That was your mistake." He said before throwing his sword at Freed as he teleported in front of Shiro who was caught off guard. He palm strikes her in the stomach as she collides with the wall. Then he claps his hands as he switches places with Enma to kick Freed's chest as he collides with his sister.
Freed and Shiro exchanged a glance, their pride warring with their fear, they turned and fled out of the house away from Lobo though Shiro gave Lobo one last look before running with her brother.
Raynare, Mittelt, and Kalawarna emerged from the shadows, their expressions filled with a mix of awe and relief. Lobo's gaze softened as he looked at them. "I'll deal with you all in a moment," he said. Then he turned to Asia, who was clutching her torn clothing to cover her bare chest.
Lobo grimaced, feeling a pang of guilt. He shrugged off his jacket and handed it to her. "Here, take this. I'm sorry we didn't come sooner."
Asia's eyes welled up with tears, but she frantically waved him off, her voice shaky yet reassuring. "It's alright, really. Thank you for saving Izumi and Aika."
Lobo gave her a small, comforting smile before turning his attention back to Raynare. His expression hardened, and he asked, "Why was Asia alone with Freed and Shiro?"
Raynare stiffened, her eyes avoiding him as she answered, "Dohnaseek allowed them to take Asia. We tried to vote against it but Dohnaseek threatened us if we didn't listen. But I made sure to tell Freed and Shiro not to harm her." Raynare said.
Lobo processed this information, After a moment, he nodded. "I understand. I won't punish you for this."
Raynare, Mittelt and Kalawarna sighed in relief, Lobo then turned his focus back to Asia, who squeaked softly under his intense gaze. "Asia," he said gently, "Can I ask you a question?"
Asia nodded timidly. "Of course."
"Do you remember the devil you healed that night?" He asked.
Asia furrowed her brow, trying to recall the details. "He said his name was Dora something. He had dark green hair and gold eyes. And was always smiling." Asia said.
Lobo's eyes widened in recognition before narrowing with a growl.
He composed himself and addressed Asia again. "Would you like to visit Izumi and Aika?"
Asia glanced at Raynare, who shrugged nonchalantly. "Yes, I would like to see them." she replied.
Lobo nodded and Raynare tugged on his shirt to get his attention "Make sure to bring Asia back to maintain the charade for the devil bastard. We can't afford to raise any suspicions."
"Understood, let me know if anything else happens." Lobo replied. He gently picked up Asia as his girls nodded. With that he teleported them both back to Rias's clubroom.
As the familiar surroundings of Rias's clubroom materialized around them, Lobo took a moment to steady himself as Asia clung to his jacket.
He noticed Tsunade and Shizune worked on healing Izumi and Aika using Mystical Palm Technique.
Rias looked up as they arrived, her eyes immediately locking onto Lobo's. "How did everything go?" she asked.
"I dealt with the Fallen Angels and Exorcists," Lobo replied "But Shiro and Freed managed to escape." He said.
Asia quickly ran to Izumi and Aika, her face pale with worry. She knelt beside them, her hands trembling as she checked them over. "I'm so sorry," she said, tears welling up in her eyes. "It's my fault you got hurt."
Izumi and Aika exchanged glances before smiling gently. "It's not your fault, Asia," Izumi reassured her. "We're alright."
"Yeah," Aika added, her voice soft but firm. "We're just glad you're safe."
As the three girls talked, their voices a soothing murmur, Lobo approached Tsunade. "What are their status?" he asked quietly.
Tsunade looked up from her work, her expression both tired and resolute. "I managed to get the holy bullet out of Izumi before she started suffering from holy poison. Aika's wounds are healed, but she'll have a scar."
Lobo smiled and placed a hand on Tsunade's shoulder. "Thank you, Tsunade."
Tsunade waved him off, a small smile playing on her lips. "Just doing my job. But you can pay me back later." She said as she and Shizune teleported back to the Goetia Manor.
Lobo nods then turned to Rias, his expression serious. "I managed to figure out the reason why Asia and the Fallen are in Kuoh. Diodora is the one who orchestrated Asia's exile and then he made contact with the Raynare group in exchange for extracting her Sacred Gear and then inducting her into his Peerage."
Rias's expression darkened with anger. "Diodora. I should've known. His obsession with Nuns and the lengths he'd go to recruit them into his Peerage. This is worse than I thought."
"Until then we will have to wait until he acts then go on from there." Lobo said
Rias nodded "Alright Lobo I trust in your judgment on this." She said
-Next Day-
Izumi and Aika, dressed in their tight workout clothes, grasped the cold metal of the monkey bars. Their muscles strained and sweat trickled down their foreheads as they pulled themselves up, determined to complete the grueling exercise.
The morning sun beat down on them, intensifying their exertion as Lobo and Asia watched from a nearby bench.
"Come on, girls, just a couple more!" Lobo's voice was firm but encouraging.
Izumi gritted her teeth and pulled herself up once more, her arms shaking. "I hate these so much," she muttered through clenched teeth as looked at the seals on her wristband.
Aika, next to her, let out a groan. "You're not alone. I blame you for this." she agreed, her face flushed.
Izumi had to open her mouth and decided that his training regiment was too easy. He grins as he gives the girls weight bands for their arms and legs. As the girls finish putting them on he activates the seals on their band as their limbs become heavier.
The girls' arms trembled with fatigue as they pulled themselves up, each rep feeling like an eternity. The muscles in their backs and shoulders burned with effort, their hands slipping on the metal bars slick with sweat.
Every now and then, one of them would steal a glance at Lobo, hoping he would call it quits, but his expression remained steadfast and encouraging.
Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, they dropped from the bars, panting heavily.
Lobo smiles at them "Alright girls now, time for laps around the park," Lobo instructed.
The girls groaned in unison. "Seriously?" Izumi complained, wiping her forehead with the back of her hand.
"You're a slave driver," Aika added, but she couldn't help but smile despite her exhaustion.
Lobo chuckled "Come on this just the basics be glad it 50 lbs I can make it heavier." Lobo said.
With heavy legs, the girls began their laps, the rhythm of their feet pounding against the pavement. The first few were the hardest, their bodies still recovering from the pull-ups. But as they pushed on, their muscles warmed up, and they found a rhythm. Even so, the complaints kept coming.
"I can't feel my legs anymore," Izumi said breathlessly, glancing at Aika.
Aika nodded. "Same here. I think Lobo is trying to kill us."
Lobo chuckled from the bench. "You'll thank me later," he called out.
After thirty minutes of running, the girls collapsed onto the grass, their chests heaving as they tried to catch their breath. They lay sprawled out, staring up at the sky, feeling every muscle in their bodies protest. Lobo walked over, a smug smile on his face. "Good job, ladies. Here, take these." He said.
He handed each of them a water bottle and a small bean. Izumi's eyes widened as she recognized it. "Is this a... senzu bean?" she asked incredulously.
Lobo nodded. "Yep, I managed to recreate it with Tsunade help."
Aika looked at the bean skeptically. "And it's safe to eat?"
Lobo rolled his eyes. "Just eat it. Trust me." He said.
The girls each took a bean and washed it down with water. Almost immediately, they felt a rush of energy surge through their bodies, the fatigue and soreness melting away. They sat up, their eyes wide with amazement.
"Wow," Aika said, flexing her arms. "I feel amazing!"
Izumi nodded in agreement. "Me too. Thanks, Lobo."
Lobo smiled, "You're welcome."
As they stood up, their stomachs rumbled loudly in unison. The girls looked at each other and then at Lobo, their faces turning red with embarrassment.
Lobo chuckled. "Sounds like it's time for some lunch. Go change first, then we'll grab something to eat."
The girls quickly changed out of their sweaty clothes and met back up with Lobo and Asia. They headed to a nearby burger shop, their mouths watering at the thought of a hearty meal. The aroma of grilled meat and fresh fries hit them as soon as they walked in, making their stomachs growl even louder.
As they sat down with their food which Lobo paid for, Asia looked at her burger curiously. "I've never had a burger before," she admitted shyly.
Izumi and Aika exchanged surprised glances. "Really?" Izumi asked. "Here, let us show you how."
They demonstrated how to hold and eat the burger, their movements exaggerated to make it clear. Asia mimicked them, her hands clumsy but determined. When she finally took a bite, her eyes lit up with delight, her expression so endearing that Lobo and the girls couldn't help but smile.
"Good, right?" Aika asked, her own mouth full of burger.
Asia nodded enthusiastically, her cheeks bulging with food. "Very good," she managed to say.
After a hearty lunch the four went towards a small lake and found a bench to sit on. Then Raynare appeared from the sky and landed in front of them, as her wings folded neatly behind her back.
Raynare stopped a few paces in front of them and bowed deeply to Lobo. "Lobo-Sama," she greeted "I apologize for the interruption."
"What's going on, Raynare?" he asked.
Raynare's eyes flicked to Izumi before returning to Lobo. "Dohnaseek has instructed me to bring Asia back to the church. We are to extract her sacred gear and leave her body for Diodora to reincarnate into his Peerage."
Lobo nodded, "Alright let me know if anything happens." Lobo said.
Raynare inclined her head in acknowledgment. "Understood, Lobo-Sama." she said simply, before extending a hand to Asia.
Asia took a deep breath and stood up, giving Izumi and Aika a reassuring smile. "I'll be fine," she said, trying to ease their worries. "I'll see you all soon."
With that, Asia and Raynare walked away, heading towards the church. With a final glance in the direction Asia and Raynare had gone, the three of them stood up and began their walk back to the clubroom.
-Later that Night-
Lobo lounged on the couch as he laid his head on Kaguya's lap as she combs her finger through his hair. Lobo suddenly jolted as he heard Raynare's voice in his head, her tone urgent and filled with concern.
"Lobo-Sama, the plan has been compromised, -" Raynare said before she was cut off.
"What happened Raynare?" Lobo asked as he sat up as Lobo's eyes narrowed, "Raynare? Raynare are you there?" he said as he was met with silence. He stood up abruptly, drawing the attention of everyone in the room. His sudden movement broke the tense silence.
"We need to head to the church now," Lobo announced as Rias raised an eyebrow, her interest piqued. "What's going on, Lobo?" she asked.
"No time to explain," he replied, "There's a change of plans, and we need to move quickly."
Without further delay, Lobo opened a swirling portal and he gestured for everyone to move through it. As the group stepped through the portal, Lobo then followed, the portal closing behind him.
As they reached the massive wooden
doors, Lobo stepped forward and without hesitation, he kicked the doors off their hinges with a thunderous crash that echoed through the church's dark corridors. Inside, the church was dimly lit by flickering and standing before them was a group of fallen angels and exorcists.
Freed Sellzen and Shiro stepped into the dim light, their faces twisted with
vindictive glee. "Well, well, look who decided to join the party," Freed sneered, his eyes glinting with malice. "You humiliated us before, but this time, we're ready for you," Shiro said.
Lobo's eyes narrowed, his body
tensing as he prepared for the
impending confrontation. Suddenly.
his senses flared wildly, as he felt a presence heading towards them. He shouted a warning to the group as a figure crashed through the floor as she lands gracefully before
them.
The woman's giggles filled the
air, a sound that sent chills down
their spines. She is a young woman with amber eyes, and a curvaceous, slender body. She has brown hair that reaches to her neck. Her outfit consists of dark purple dress and black thigh-high heeled boots
Lobo growls "Sora what the hell are you doing here?" He said.
Sora smiles, before anyone could react, she launched herself at Lobo with blinding speed. She grabbed him by the throat, her grip like iron, and
soared out of the church, Lobo
struggled, but her strength was
immense. As they burst through the
wall, debris raining down, the others
screamed his name.
Kaguya turned to Rias "Rias, Kuroka and I will go after them. You and the others rescue Asia."
Rias nodded "Be careful," she urged.
Kaguya and Kuroka didn't need any
further prompting. They launched
themselves into the night, their
forms blurring with speed as they
pursued Sora and Lobo.
"Izumi, Aika, go save Asia, We'll
handle things up here." Rias said.
Izumi and Aika nodded, they spared a
brief glance at Kiba, who was
already facing off against Freed
and Shiro, their blades clashing in a
deadly dance of sparks and steel.
A few meters away, Akeno and Koneko were locked in battle with the fallen angels and exorcists. Without wasting another moment Izumi and Aika sprinted down the basement.
As they burst through a set of heavy wooden doors, a horrific scene met their eyes, Raynare, Mittelt and Kalawarna lay unconscious on the cold floor, their bodies battered
and broken.
But it was the sight at the center of the room that froze them in their tracks. Asia crucified on a large cross, her face pale and eyes filled with pain.
"Asia!" Izumi and Aika gasped in
unison, horror etched into their features. A mocking laugh echoed through the room, drawing their attention to Dohnaseek, who stood nearby with a sinister smile.
"Looks like you're too late, the preparation has begun." Dohnaseek said as he pulled the lever with his only hand as Asia screamed in pain as her Sacred Gear extracted from her body.
The rings floated in the air as Dohnaseek snatched them as he slammed the gear into his exposed torso. His severed arm, the one Lobo had cleaved in their earlier battle, reappeared, twitching and reforming.
"I can feel it," Dohnaseek said as he flexed his regenerated hand, "The power of this gear, it coursed through me." He said.
Aika felt a surge of fear. Dohnaseek had reached a whole new level of power. Izumi, however, met his challenge with a cool, determined gaze.
"We will find a way to stop you." Izumi said as she and Aika threw a barrage of spells. Lightning bolts crackled, fireballs erupted, but they were absorbed into Dohnaseek's body without a trace.
He then conjured a light spear and threw it fast at Aika who couldn't react fast enough as the spear pierce through her shoulder. She cries out in pain as Dohnaseek laughed "Pathetic. You're just delaying the inevitable. Once I defeat you both I will have my way with you and the other devil sluts." Dohnaseek said.
Izumi grits her teeth as she clenches her hand as she tries to summon the strength to defeat him, then she hears a feminine voice 'Hmm to be able to call upon my power so soon, you are an interesting case, hatchling. Let's see how you'll handle more of it.' the woman said.
Then Izumi's features began to change as red scales emerged on her cheeks as her brown eye became slit. Then she opened her mouth as a bright red light then she spouted destructive blasts from her mouth "Sage Dragon's Roar!" The attack struck Dohnaseek as he flew into the wall as the rubble landed on top of him.
Izumi collapsed to the floor as she began to breathe heavily as she struggled to stay awake. Then Rias and the others came down as Rias spotted Izumi and Aika. She quickly rushed to their side as she noticed Izumi's features had changed.
"Izumi, Aika are you alright?" Rias asked as Izumi nodded, "I'm alright just catching my breath." She said as her draconian features disappeared.
Before Rias can respond there movement as Dohnaseek emerged from the piles of debris his body burnt. His left arm and right leg were missing, the left side of his torso was caved in, as half of his face was missing.
He crawls toward them "You bitch what did you do to me? The gear is not healing me." He said as his regeneration wasn't kicking in.
Rias then walked up to Dohnaseek "Attacking my pawn is guaranteed death. I'll exterminate your life for good, Fallen." She said as she raised her hand as a P.O.D formed in her hand as she launched the attack as Dohnaseek screamed as he body faded into dust.
As Dohnaseek's body disintegrated into fine dust, swirling momentarily in the air before settling into the ground, leaving only a faint outline of where he once stood. Amidst the settling remnants, the Twilight Healing Sacred Gear floated. Rias stepped forward and carefully grasped the gear. She turned it over in her hands, examining the latent power it held.
Meanwhile, Izumi and Aika rushed to Asia's side. Asia lay lifeless on the cold ground, her once vibrant green are now milky white. Tears streamed down the girls' faces as they knelt beside their fallen friend.
Rias approached the grieving duo, as she placed a gentle hand on each of their shoulders "Do not worry, Asia will be with us again."
With a careful precision, Rias positioned the Twilight Healing gear over Asia's chest. The sacred artifact pulsed with light, reacting to Asia's inherent connection to it. From her pocket, Rias retrieved a glowing Bishop piece. She looked at Izumi and Aika, giving them a reassuring nod before placing the piece against Asia's heart.
"In the name of Rias Gremory, I command thee Asia Argento, that thou become my devil servant. Rejoice thou in thy new life, as my Bishop."
A soft hum filled the air as the Bishop piece was absorbed into Asia's body. The Twilight Healing gear shone brighter, enveloping Asia in a cocoon of radiant light.
Then, the light began to fade, revealing Asia's form once more. Her chest rose and fell with the breath of life, her eyes fluttering open to reveal the familiar emerald hue. Asia was alive.
Izumi and Aika gasped, their tears now of joy and relief. They embraced Asia tightly, their sobs of sorrow transformed into cries of happiness. Asia, still disoriented, managed a weak but warm smile, returning the embrace with what little strength she had.
Rias watched the scene with a satisfied smile, knowing she had made the right choice. She had brought a kind soul back into the world, and her peerage had gained a valuable member. Stepping closer, she joined the group, her presence adding to the warmth of the reunion.
"Welcome back, Asia," Rias said softly.
Asia looked up at Rias, gratitude shining in her eyes. "Thank you, Rias," she whispered, her voice filled with emotion.
As the joyful reunion continued, the door to the room creaked open, revealing Lobo, Kaguya, and Kuroka. The trio looked weary, their clothes torn and stained with blood. They staggered in, their faces a mix of exhaustion and determination.
Koneko went up to her sister and checked up on her as Kuroka smiles and tells Koneko that she is fine. Lobo tells Kaguya to help Raynare and the other two as Kaguya nods and walks over to them to begin healing of their wounds.
Rias' eyes immediately sharpened with concern as she noticed their battered state. "What happened to you three? And what about Sora?"
-Flashback-
Sora dragged Lobo across the ground before throwing him through a bunch of trees. Kaguya and Kuroka caught Lobo as thanks before being placed on the ground. Lobo rounded up on her as he swung his sword but Sora caught his blade then raised her claws and stabbed Lobo in the lung.
Kaguya and Kuroka attack from behind as Kaguya launches an All-Killing Ash Bone and Kuroka sent a Kasha towards Sora. Sora smirks as she turns intangible as Kaguya and Kuroka eyes widen in horror as their attacks pass through Sora and struck Lobo.
Kuroka attack hit Lobo as he was engulfed in black flame as Kaguya All-Killing Ash Bones struck his arm. He noticed his arm began to disintegrated but with quick thinking he used his blade and severed his arm. He quickly pushed healing power towards arm as it began to regenerate as his arm became whole agian.
Sora was far from done. She pulled out an umbrella confusing Lobo and the girls as she began the attack. She starts by going after Lobo as she tries to stab him but is parried by his sword. Then she opened her umbrella and swung behind her as Kaguya and Kuroka tried to attack from the side but were blown away by a gust of wind.
The three went for a joint attack as they attacked her from all sides as Sore smirks. She then released a purple gas from her body and uses the umbrella to spread it out. Lobo and the girls realized their mistake as they inhaled the mist.
Lobo, feeling his movements becoming slow and sluggish, realized too late that the mist had paralyzed them. Sora then grabbed Lobo by the throat and leaned in close to him. She inhaled deeply, smelling his scent, and whispered, "Mhmm, you smell delicious. You wouldn't mind me taking a bite, would you?" She said as she licked his neck.
Before Lobo could react, Sora bit into his neck and began drinking his blood. She moaned in pleasure, as the blood tasted like aphrodisiac to her. Lobo's body slowly began gaining movement as he struggled against her grip, but it was too late. Sora had gained strength from his blood, and her grip around his throat tightened.
But Lobo was not one to give up easily. With a surge of energy, he managed to break free from Sora's grasp, kicking her off of him. Sora, taken aback, couldn't help but giggle "That's not how you are supposed to treat a lady. Lobo."
Despite the lingering paralysis he launched himself at her, intent on ending the fight once and for all. But Sora was not to be outdone. She blocked and dodged Lobo's attacks, before launching her own counter-attack. With a flick of her umbrella, she sent a shockwave of energy toward him, sending him flying back.
Lobo growls as he realizes that Sora must have gained a lot of power from drinking his blood. Now she is able to fight equally to him.
Kaguya and Kuroka, now free from the effects of the Paralyzing dust, joined the fray once again. They exchanged blows with Sora, neither side giving ground. It seemed as if the fight would go on forever, with neither side able to gain the upper hand.
But just as Lobo was about to strike Sora down, she blew him a kiss, "This has been fun, but I have to go. Oh and thanks for the meal Lobo, I will be seeing you again." With a snap of her fingers, she disappeared, leaving the three bloody and bruised.
Lobo uses his senses as he tries to get Sora's signature but couldn't find it. Lobo took out three senzu beans and tossed two to Kaguya and Kuroka as the girls caught them. After feeling their energy returned they felt an explosion inside the church as Lobo realized it was Izumi.
He felt Izumi's power had changed into something more draconian. Lobo turned to his Queen and Pawn before rushing back to the church.
-Flashback End-
Lobo, wiping a streak of blood from his brow "We almost had her but she managed to escape us before we could finish her off."
Rias frowned, "We'll have to deal with her another time. Also Freed and Shiro escaped as well. We will have to be vigilant of them." she said
After finishing healing the girls Lobo took Raynare, Mittelt and Kalawarna with him as he waved goodbye to Rias and her Peerage as He, Kaguya and Kuroka left for the Goetia Manor. Rias and her peerage headed back to the clubroom to discuss Asia about her arrangements.
As the group left the church a figure can be seen as his eyes were closed and his face had a smile on his face. But on the inside he seething it seems his plan to get Asia was taken from him. "Don't worry Asia, I will have you and you will submit under me even if I have to take you by force." Diodora said before he disappeared into the night.