"Speaking"
"Speaking" (Internal)
"Speaking" (Ddraig)
"Speaking" (Albion)
"Speaking" (Tiamat)
"Speaking" (Tannin)
"Speaking" (Yamata)
Thanks for all the reviews and views on the last chapter. I know I say it every chapter that I release but without you, the reader this story wouldn't exist so thank you. For a story that I created in my head as I was walking from home to one of my exams to one that has received so much love from people all over the world makes me happy that people look forward and can't wait for the next chapter to be released. Hoping to see what will happen to Issei and his friends next.
I would also like to thank everyone as we have reached a massive mile stone for the story with this chapter as it will be the 25th chapter to be released for this story. It also is another important mile stone as with the last chapter we topped 150,000 words for the story as well. These two things from what I've seen are very uncommon as stories only reach around 21 chapter before they end which make me upset as either the author or the following has lost interest in the story.
I would like to think about the future of this story as this chapter is also a very important part of the story as a whole. Chapter 25 will hopefully be the half way mark for this story as I'm aiming to write around 50 chapter as I feel that 50 chapters will be the best way to fully explain Issei's early carrier in the wider supernatural world.
So without further a due lets begin chapter 25
As he began to leave the Gremory mansion behind as he headed out of Gremory controlled space towards Buer territory and then on his way to his destination the familiar red glow of Issei's sacred gear began to cover the young mans body. Continuing to glow for about another second Ddraig's voice soon sounded out of the green gem on Issei's left hand.
"Welsh Dragon Balance Breaker" Ddraig said as the dragon armour sealed itself around its young host.
Breaking the speed of sound as a massive sonic boom formed around him, the resulting bang and crack filled the surrounding area with the noise that amplified by the vast plains and valleys around him. With the added rigidity of his balance breaker Issei with was soon flying toward his old training grounds in the dragon mountains.
Due to the immense speed that Issei was able to reach in his balance breaker, he would soon be out of the territory of the underworld that the was under the control of the Buer clan, which was about the size of the Australian state of New South Wales. As Issei continued to fly south towards the dragon mountains that bordered Buer territory, he began to look at his balance breaker as he began to communicate with Ddraig.
"Hey Ddraig" Issei said as he continued to fly towards the mountains.
"Whats up partner" Ddraig said as he wondered what his friend wanted.
"Well, I was wondering about Ophis" Issei said as he flew past one of the lakes in Buer territory.
"What about it" Ddraig said wondering what his host wanted to know about the infinite dragon god.
"Well I'm still trying to understand why she showed up at school and spoke to Vali and I" Issei said as he continued fly to his destination.
"Yes that was odd it doesn't really take interest in any of the mythological worlds and only cares about her silence" Ddraig said as the gem in the left gauntlet continued to glow.
"Silence" Issei said as he looked up seeing the mountains coming into sight.
"Yes Ophis only cares about the dimensional gap which she calls her silence. Even when Albion and I had our bodies she had no interest in our goal or any interest in the dragon species" Ddraig said Issei entered one of the canyons in the mountains
"So why would she need our help" Issei said confused as he was wondering what one of the strongest beings in existence would want with him or Vali.
"Well if it's my guess it has something to do with Great Red" Ddraig said thinking deeply on the topic.
"The apocalypse dragon" Issei said as he exited the canyon that he was flying through beginning the ascend to the plato that the dragons lived on.
"Yes he is the only one that would be powerful enough to challenge Ophis" Ddraig said as Issei began to notice dragons beginning to come into view.
"So is that why she needs Vali and my help to beat him" Issei said as he noticed two dragon guarding the entrance to dragon territory surrounded by a lush green clearing that rested on the side of the mountains.
"Perhaps, I'll talk more with Albion and I'll get back to you" Ddraig said as Issei landed on the ground deactivating his balance breaker.
What many people didn't know minus the dragons themselves and a few special guess such as the devil kings knew, was the dragon territory that Tannin gained after becoming a devil included the vast space of land in the middle of the mountains as well. This small clearing that people thought that the dragons lived in was nothing but an opening on the side of the mountain and was the gateway to the lush fertile land within. [A/N Think the great valley in the land before time]
As Issei looked around at the grass that he had squashed as he landed, he began to smile and think of all the fond and terrifying memories that he had made on these mountains. Beginning to walk towards the large cave at the end of the clearing that he would take him towards Tannin
Walking towards the tunnel Issei noticed the two dragon guards looked at the devil as he continued to walk towards the two. Continuing to walk towards the dragons, Issei began to notice that both the guards were fully developed male sprite dragons.
"Halt devil" One of the sprite dragons said towering over Issei who compared to the dragons was puny.
Stopping as he was instructed Issei waited for the dragon who told him to stop to being to walk forward stopping only a few meters away. Reaching his head down so he could look the devil straight into the eye. Looking the dragon straight back in the dragons blue eyes it wasn't long until they both burst out laughing.
"Haha….were you trying to scare me Thraw" Issei said as he looked at the sprite dragon with a smile on his face.
"Well maybe I was" Thraw responded as he returned his head up into the sky as he and Issei began to walk towards the other guard.
"Its been a while Thraw, I hope everything is going well" Issei replied as he looked at the dragon.
"Well it was until that knight of yours arrived with Tannin" Thraw said as they arrived at the entrance to the tunnel.
"What did she do" Issei replied as he though off how proud Murayama had become lately.
"Nothing, she created a small team of dragon infants together and began training with them and ever since then the young ones want nothing to do but to train and fight each other causing destruction throughout the region" Thraw said as he looked at Issei.
"And let me guess you're the poor soul that Tannin got to train them" Issei replied looking at the dragon.
"You got that right, anyway I better get back to guard duty don't wanna miss the next thing that happens" Thraw said as he turned back around while Issei moved deeper and deeper into the cave.
Walking into the cave it wasn't long until Issei began to see light coming from the end of the tunnel. Leaving the tunnel and looking out into the dragon utopia that Tannin had created, Issei allowed the sound of wind moving through the trees and the distant sounds of water falling onto the rocks and the bottom of the waterfalls enter his ears.
"Ahh..my home away from home" Issei thought as he continued to look around.
Stepping out of the cave and beginning to walk down the path towards the main square of the sanctuary, Issei began to notice the amount of new dragons that lived in the territory after the new birthing season. Arriving in the square Issei began to noticed that all the dragons who were in or around their nests had began bowing their heads in respect as the Red Dragon Emperor had entered the home.
Smiling as he allowed the dragons to get back to what they were doing it wasn't long until Issei heard a familiar voice.
"Issei what brings you to my territory"Tannin said as he stood behind towering above him.
"I've come to talk business Tannin" Issei said as he smiled towards the dragon.
As Issei looked up at the dragon who taught him to use and harness his the power of the dragon within, the two turned and began to walk towards Tannin's cave at the end of the square.
"So Issei what business do you speak of"Tannin said as he and Issei entered the cave.
Entering the large cave the two dragons proceeded to sit near the dimly lit corner of the cave. Smiling as he looked at the dragon Issei began to think of the best way to tell the former dragon king his plans.
"I came to to ask you about adding your territory to the dragon faction" Issei said as Tannin looked at the boy shocked at his statement.
"The dragon faction, Issei the only thing close to a dragon faction was destroyed years ago" Tannin said as Issei continued to look at the dragon.
"Yes I know that, however long ago Ddraig promised both Albion and Tiamat that they would built a faction for dragons that kept them safe from death, however both Ddraig and Albion were sealed before that could happen" Issei said as Tannin nodded.
"Yes, I remember Ddraig asking me about it years ago, about the same time that he found Yamata alone in northern Japan. but why would you speak to me about it" Tannin said as he scratched his purple chin.
"Well I was thinking that the dragon mountains would be an excellent place to be the heartland of this faction, as it already has many dragons living within the grasslands and on the surrounding mountains" Issei said as Tannin looked on as he listened.
"And why would I allow you to use my territory for this dream of Ddraig's" Tannin said seriously.
"Well it won't only be your territory, I was already thinking of giving some of the black forest in Buer territory to the dragons as both my father and I have noticed the amount of dragons that come to the rivers that run through there. Plus the marshy terrain of the forrest make it unusable for devils but perfect for dragons" Issei said as Tannin smiled.
"I'll tell you kid Lady Gremory taught you well on how to do business, but do you know who will join the faction"Tannin said as he smiled.
"Well I'll give her your praise about her teaching skills. About who would join, Ddraig, Albion, Tiamat, Yamata and hopefully you have agreed in joining the faction, even with just these five famous dragons a lot of high, middle and low class dragons will flock here for protection" Issei said as he smiled towards the dragon.
Even if this works do you think the devil kings will allow such a force within their boarders"Tannin said as he began to think of what the devils would think.
"Well they would be stupid to deny it. Just think about it they would be gaining a massive training ground where devils can come and train against dragons making you and the youth of the devils stronger, plus it would also bring many dragons to side with the devils rather than factions such as the Greeks or Egyptians" Issei said as he looked up at Tannin.
"Perhaps, however I think you should speak to Sirzech about this first and see what he thinks" Tannin said as Issei smiled.
"Don't worry I will anyway it's just a thought at the moment so think about it, anyway I've gotta get to that meeting this evening" Issei said as he stood up and began walking out of the cave only to her Tannins voice sing out behind him.
"Hey Issei, It was good to see you again"Tannin said as Issei smiled at the former dragon king before activating his balance breaker and taking off towards the Gremory mansion.
"Perhaps Azazel was right, this generations Heavenly Dragons will cause the most change in the world"Tannin though as he looked towards where Issei was just standing.
Landing as he deactivated his balance breaker at the bottom of the large path that lead up to the main doors. Walking up the path Issei began to look at all the roses and the freely pruned trees that stood in the middle of the garden beds.
As he continued to walk towards the main entrance Issei began to think back on all the times that he and Rias used to chase each other up and down the path as Grayfia watched the two. Even after Grayfia gave birth to Millicas she would continue to watch the two as she sat in the cain chair that Zeoticus and Venelana gave to her as a gift for become a new mother.
Smiling as he thought back on how his future sister in law would play with the two as she nursed Millicas in her arms, Issei stretched out his hand opening the door to the mansion.
"Lord Buer forgive me for not opening the door for you" A brown haired maid as placing down the vase that she was dusting before bowing to Issei.
"You don't have anything to apologies for and please call me Issei" Issei said as the maid blushed at his kindness.
"Oh thank you Issei" The maid blushed as she said Issei's name.
"No problem" Issei replied as he walked past the maid.
Walking past the maid and beginning to walk up towards the stairs that would take him to Rias' room. Before Issei could even place his foot onto the third step he heard the voice of the next head of the clan.
"Theres my future husband" Rias said as she smiled at Issei who continued to walk up the stairs.
Looking up Issei couldn't help but blush as he looked up to see Rias in a red long dress with a black design near the neck of her dress. Walking up so he was one step below Rias as he looked up and smiled.
"Hello dear, you're looking so hot in that dress" Issei said as he grabbed Rias's ass pulling her closer towards him.
"I know, thanks Issei" Rias said sarcastically pulling Issei's head onto her chest as she pushed his hair off his forehead before kissing it gently.
"Hey Rias, can I tell you something" Issei said as he walked up the last step before walking towards Rias' room for a shower.
"Yeah what is it" Rias said as they entered her room before Issei began to strip off as he entered the shower as Rias lent against the wall.
"Tonight Odin will be there and his a bit of a pervert, but he won't do anything cause he knows how much I love you" Issei said as he finished his shower.
"So, I'll be glad to meet one of your mentors" Rias said as Issei came out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around his waist.
"Ok, that'll be great" Issei said as he dropped his towel on the ground as he began to get dressed for this evening events.
As he pulled on his underwear which was quickly followed by the white dress shirt that Rias had selected for him. Outstretching his left hand to reach for his black suit pants which Rias had neatly had placed on the bed to eliminate any of the chances for them to creese, Issei proceeded to grab the pants and bringing them towards himself Issei quickly placed on them his legs. Beginning to do up his fly and the button on his pants Issei was surprised when Rias had already began to thread his belt throughout the loops on his pants.
"Oh, thanks darling but you didn't have to do that" Issei said as he looked down to see Rias tucking in his shirt to his pants before doing up his belt .
"Well its a wife's duty to look after her husband" Rias said as she clipped the buckle of the belt which was in the shape of the Buer crest into its hole on the belt.
"And it's a husbands job to protect his wife" Issei said as Rias stood up as gave him a kiss.
Continuing to get dressed by placing his suit jacket on before Rias, gentle placed his cape on that draped over his left shoulder ( A/N: Think of what Sirzech wore in the peace meeting).
Stepping back and looking at her future husband Rias nodded in approval as she looked upon the young heir. Beginning to think as she continued to watch him the crimson king had always enjoyed watching Issei get dressed. Throughout the years Rias had watched him get dressed over and over again and every time she enjoyed it even more.
The first time that she had seen Issei naked was around the age of 11, due to Rias being a descendant of the Beal clan she had already began to develop into a young woman, having boobs around the average size of a 14 year old human girl.
As Rias though back on the day she remember that it happened after the two had been swimming in the Gremory pool together. After swimming around together and playing for hours like they always did Rias got out and went to have a shower before dinner. Leaving Issei in the pool as she got out Rias quickly ran towards the bathroom as she secretly wished for Issei to follow her in.
Of course due to devils entering puberty at a younger age than humans (due to them being more sexually driven). Issei being the a typical boy after getting out and walking towards the change room he 'accidentally' walked into the girls change room where Rias had just got the top of her swimsuit one piece swim suit off exposing her growing breasts to the young heir.
As Issei stood in front the young girl who even though she wanted Issei to see her like that didn't stop her from blush deeply due Issei seeing her like that. Unable to speak Rias was surprised when Issei did something surprising.
"Don't worry Rias, you don't have to be embarrassed" Issei said as he began to strip off his clothes exposing his growing muscular chest.
Before Issei could take off his pants for the blushing Rias he immediately felt a cold shiver run down his spine. Turning around timidly as he still had hold of his pants Issei was completely terrified when he turned to see Grayfia with a cold smile off her face. All his life Issei was never scared of Grayfia yet he respected her but was never scared of her but not even a week earlier he had challenged her to a fight and completely got destroyed.
"Whats going on here Issei" Grayfia said as Issei began to sweet and shiver in fear.
"I accidentally walked in on Rias and I didn't want her to be embarrassed so I started to strip" Issei said as Grayfia looked down at him.
"Well you know its rude not to knock perhaps I'll have to teach you another lesson" Grayfia said as she smiled.
Before Rias could continued to think back on the memory, she began to feel the slight wait off of something land on her shoulder. Looking towards her shoulder she began to see Issei's hand firmly placed on them comforting the young woman.
"Are you ok Rias" Issei said as he smiled down at Rias.
"Yeah i'm ok just thinking back on fond memories" Rias said as she smiled at her future husband.
Looking down at his future wife Issei couldn't help but fell intrigued by the thought that Rias was having about him. Giving into his temptation Issei began to press the matter out of the crimson haired teen.
"Oh yeah so what were you thinking about" Issei asked slightly jabbing Rias's side knowing that she was ticklish there.
"Nothing really just thinking about the time that you first saw me without my top" Rias said as she turned around and leant her head against his chest.
Oh really, wow the only other thing I remember that day was getting lectured by Grayfia how we weren't ready to see each other like that yet." Issei said as he remember getting beaten by the strongest queen.
"And she even beat you while she was seven months pregnant with Millicas at the time as well" Rias said as she covered her mouth hoping that the young heir didn't see her smile.
As the two heirs continued to laugh at the memory of Issei 'losing' to Grayfia who was pregnant at the time, they were interrupted when Akeno respectfully walked into the room and began watching the two teens.
"Sorry to interrupt but we've all assembled and are ready to leave were just waiting for your arrival" Akeno said as she smiled at the two kings.
"Thanks Akeno, we'll be down in a minute" Rias said as the raven haired queen left the room leaving the door open behind her.
Following the Germory queen, Issei and Rias soon arrived down in the lobby of the Germory mansion were everyone was waiting. Looking around the room Issei noticed that everyone minus Vali was wearing the Kuoh academy uniforms that have been neatly washed and ironed for them.
Turning around and facing Vali who had pulled Issei's arm into her bust causing the young heir to smile at her newly found confidence. Looking down at his queen Issei couldn't help but blush as he looked down to see her pale white cleavage within her white formal dress.
"You like what you see" Vali said teasingly as she looked towards her king who had a pink tinge that ran across his face.
"Well of course I do my queen" Issei said as he pulled her closer to him before grabbing her chin and kissing her lips shocking everyone.
As Issei released his lips from his know red faced queen, he quickly became aware of the looks of shock, amusement, jealously and interest within the room. Quickly looking around the room Issei began to look at the faces of the combined peerages.
Rias, Akeno and Murayama were jealous that it wasn't them that Issei had just kissed. Kiba had covered his mouth slightly at the humorous sight that was unveiling before his eyes. Xenovia, Asia and Koneko were shocked at Issei's bravery or stupidity of kissing another girl in front of his future wife.
As the shock continued to sink into the girls within the room the newest arrival to the group saw it as an opportunity to get closer to her king. Leaving her sister side Kuroka began walking towards her as the Rias, Akeno and Vali began fighting amongst themselves as Vali had received a kiss from the one they all loved.
Sneaking past the squabbling trio, Kuroka proceeded to to place her head and hand upon her kings heart. Hearing the mighty dragon heartbeat cause the young nekoshou to feel at ease.
Looking up and licking his cheek the young woman was surprised when she tasted something that she wasn't thinking she would.
"Issei you're not a virgin anymore" Kuroka said as she looked up at her king.
"No I'm not Kuroka…why" Issei said cautiously knowing that the black cat had something up her sleeve.
"Oh no reason so you left me alone in the virgin camp" Kuroka said sadly.
"Wait you're a virgin" Issei said shocked.
"Well of course I am what did you think I was some ally cat" Kuroka said as she looked at her king quite shocked that he called her a slut.
"Thats not what I mean Kuroka, you're just so forward with these kinda things so I though perhaps…." Issei said before he was cut off by the black cat.
"Well you know some girls act like this because they really are inexperienced and are nervous to show her weak side…but probs you can change that" Kuroka said as she felt something pull on her twin tails.
"Come on dear sister we still have a lot to catch up on" Koneko said as she pulled her sister into the carriage.
"Shirone" Kuroka said as she sat next to her sister.
As Issei laughed at the situation that happened in front of him, the bickering from the girls behind him seceded and they all began to look at the young heir. Smiling at the girls the two peerages proceeded to walk towards the two carriages that were waiting for them.
As the two kings and their queen bordered the first carriage the remaining servants piled into the second one where Koneko and Kuroka were already waiting. Pulling away from from the stairs of the Gremory mansion, the twin white horse carriages began to trot down the cobble path and onto the main street towards the capital of the underworld.
Sinking into his seat, Rias rested her head against his shoulder. Issei began to search his emotion and in particular the emotions the he had for the three girls within the carriage. Opening his eyes and looking at the girls Issei began to think about the "blessing" that he must have received to be lucky enough to be loved by three beautiful women.
Opening his mouth to speak Issei was surprised when he heard the teasing yet very seductive voice of his raven haired mate.
"So Issei did you enjoy yourself last night" Akeno said as she licked her fingers causing her holy lighting to spark between her finger.
"Shocked by the question Issei looked at the queen perplexed. Smiling as she had knew she had stumped Issei, Akeno turned her attention towards Vali who was sitting next to her.
"What about you Vali did you enjoy this mighty dragon" Akeno said as she grabbed Vali's leg as she began to trace her finger up her under her dress.
"Um yes I did" Vali said as she grabbed Akeno's hand.
"Ara ara….maybe Rias and I should join you next time" Akeno said shocking Vali and cause Issei to secretly cheer mentally.
"Feel free to next time" Issei said as Akeno smashed her lips against his.
"Yes…thank you. Perhaps I can punish you two for leaving little old me out of your last run" Akeno said as Vali nervously spoke up.
"Issei why did you agree" Vali said as she looked at her king.
"Well Vali" Rias said interrupting before continuing. "It was going to happen anyway that the four of us have sex with each other at one stage, due to many reasons including that there is only one Issei and we're creatures of lust, however let me explain this to you. I am the head mate so I get first go" Rias said proudly causing Issei to exhale.
"You know I'm not some ride at a fun park" Issei said rubbing his head.
"I know that darling, but I can't lie, you are really good at sex" Rias said as she began rubbing her thighs together blush as she continued to rub her legs together.
As Issei blushed at this comment he began to look around the carriage noticing that all the girls were doing the same. Before someone (Mainly Akeno) said something sexual again the four felt the carriage jerk to a holt.
Looking outside of the window Issei looked up to see the massive Satan castle that towered over the Lucid skyline. Stepping out of the carriage first, Issei in a very gentlemanly manor began to help each of the girls down the stairs of the carriage hoping that they didn't trip down the stairs.
After helping all of the girls out of the carriage much to their delight, Issei and the girls proceeded to wait for the others to get out of their carriage and meet them at the main steps leading into the building.
Steeping out of her carriage, Murayama was amazed at the sheer size of the building in front of her. Looking around the young knight noticed her king and queen standing in front of the main steps that lead into the building.
Beginning to walk towards her king Murayama along with the others that were in her carriage soon reunited with the leadership group of the two peerages.
"Im glad to see everyone made it alright" Rias said as she smiled towards the two peerages.
"Yeah…" Murayama said still amazed at the sheer size of the building in front of her.
"He he…I think your knight is a little amazed at the size of the building in front of us, Issei" Akeno said as she looked towards him.
"Yeah.. I agree I can't blame her though considering that the building is twice the size of Tokyo tower" Issei said shocking Murayama even more.
"Wow…really" Murayama said as she and the others began walking up the stairs.
As the group arrived at the top of the stairs, the two peerages began lining up behind their kings who linked arms. Walking into the hall all except Rias and Issei were surprised about the level of security from all the three faction that littered the hall way as the group were lead to two large doors stopping at the two doors, the two kings turned around to face their peerages.
"Ok tonight I want everyone on their best behaviour" Rias said as everyone nodded.
"I can't believe that we were invited to such an event" Asia said nervously as she looked towards Issei.
"Well were really just added security if anything happens" Issei said as he turned back around facing the two devils at the door.
"Welcome Lord Buer, Lady Gremory" The two said before opening the door.
Walking into the ballroom the two peerages began looking around the room seeing who or what was at tonights delegation. Walking around the one of the many pillars within the ballroom. The group was pleasantly delighted when they noticed some familiar faces.
"Hello Rias, Issei" Sona said as she placed her glass on the tray of a passing waiter.
"Sona it's good to see you again" Rias replied as Issei and her began walking up towards the group.
Smiling as they walked up to Sona, Tsubaki and Saji, Issei quickly grabbed one bear and one wine of the tray of a passing waiter. Passing the wine to Rias as the two groups combined to form a larger group.
As the three ladies of the group began conversing Issei and Saji began to creating small talk as they noticed Kiba walking up towards them.
"So Saji how are you and Sona going" Issei said as he teased his fellow dragon about his current relationship.
"Nar were going alright, Sona had to beat her sister off me at open house but apart from that we've been going alright, how about yourself" Saji said as he spoke towards the next head of Buer.
"Pretty much the same for me" Issei said as Kiba arrived and began conversing with two gentlemen.
"Its very strange to see all the satan's together in one place at the same time" Kiba said as he looked towards the stage.
Looking towards the stage Issei began to analyse all who were present on the stage. Standing all together in a huddle the four current satan's as well as Grayfia and Azazel were currently conversing about something.
Continuing to look towards the stage Issei noticed a strange looking fellow that he had never seen before standing next to Azazel. The man in question was wearing a purple beret and trench coat with white clothing underneath it that complemented his white coloured hair and purple eyes. Taking into consideration that the man in question was talking with the satan's on equal ground Issei suspected that the man in question was Shemhazai, Vice governor general of the fallen angels and Azazel's right hand man.
"So I take it that Thor isn't coming tonight" Sirzech said wondering if they were going to be joined by another member of the top ten beings.
"No… I don't believe so apparently Odin has him on some mission with the Greeks so his coming alone" Azazel said as he smiled at the thought of the old geezer.
"And his guard for the night" Sirzech replied looking at his new ally.
"Ive sent Baraqiel to be his aid but Im guesting that he would have wanted a prettier one" Azazel said as a golden glow began to illuminate the stage.
As the stage began to glow Issei and the rest of the group began to look towards the stage where the glow originated. Looking at the stage Xenovia and Asia were quite pleased when the saw the leader of heaven Archangel Micheal himself arrive at the meeting.
Continuing to walk onto the stage the two girls were surprised when the noticed the familiar chestnut coloured twin tails walking behind the great angel.
"Irina" The pair said as the girl in question began waving back at the girls.
"Hello brother" Micheal said as he stopped in front of Azazel and Sirzech.
"Hello Micheal how are you" Azazel replied looking towards one of his many brothers.
"Ive been busy, Sirzech how are you" Micheal said as he bowed towards the Crimson satan.
"Not bad Micheal, a lot of paper work in relation between the three Biblical factions, but if it allows for my sister and son to grow up in a world where we don't fear an impending war so be it" Sirzech said as the other two agreed with the current Lucifer.
"Yes and perhaps with this alliance with the Norse our alliance only gets stronger" Azazel said as he smiled.
"So where is the Great all father" Micheal said as Irina looked at him oddly, probably surprised that other gods and goddess exist outside of the Christian faith.
"Right behind you boy" A gruff sounding voice said alerting the three leaders to the old man.
Turning around to face where the old voice came from, the three men were delighted with the sight of an elderly man with a long white beard with a monocle over his left eye. Getting a closer look at the old man the three noticed that the man was wearing a blue ceremonial robe with gold lining at the top and bottom that were coupled with matching shoes and hat. Smiling at the old man the three men were pleasantly surprised to see the old man in one piece.
"Lord Odin it's a pleasure to see you again" Micheal said as he bowed towards the Norse god.
"Ive been good Micheal, what's it been 2000 years since I've seen you… I think the last time I saw you was when your father sent you to speak with me" Odin said as he laughed remembering the first time that he had seen the archangel.
"Yes something like that" Micheal said as he laughed.
"Azazel I like what your boyfriend had done with your hair" Odin said putting shit on the Governor General for his mismatching hair colour.
"Well Im surprised that and old geezer like you can still see" Azazel replied looking at the old man as the both smiled.
"Hahaha…..Sirzech how are you" Odin replied after laughing at the fallen angels response.
"Im not bad Lord Odin I'm just looking forward to peace" Sirzech replied.
"Yes so are we….Oh this is my aid Rossweisse her ages matches the amount of years she's had without a boyfriend" Odin laughed as the young Valkyrie began to tear up..
"Lord Odin would I be able to speak to Vali" Rossweisse said as she began to tear up.
"Yeah take Baraqiel with you his been talking about seeing his daughter the whole trip here, I'll be with you when were done" Odin said as the young Valkyrie and the Cadre walked off to find the young teens.
"You can go to Irina find your friends" Micheal said as the chestnut haired girl smiled.
"As you wish lord Micheal" Irina said as she followed the others off stage.
As the three began making their way down off the stage the remaining leaders began discussing the terms and conditions of the peace treaty between the Norse and Biblical factions. Reaching the bottom the stairs the three continued towards the group of teens who where waiting near one of the many pillars in the room.
As the group continued to walk towards them they noticed that the group had gotten a lot smaller, Sona and the members of her peerage that came with her had walked towards on of the tables with food on it and began conversing amongst themselves about other topics.
Noticing the group walking towards them Vali began to smile as she was going to talk to one of the many friends that she had met when training in northern Europe after Issei had saved her. The church Duo soon to be trio were also happy as they hadn't seen Irina since working together at the peace meeting a couple of months prior.
While most of the group were pleased to see the group walking towards the one raven haired member of became unnaturally nervous looking at the gruff looking man walking towards them.
Noticing the look that one of the great ladies of kuoh were giving Murayama became increasingly confused about what could put someone like Akeno like this off. Noticing the look of one of his mates Issei proceeded to grab the young queens hand and hold her close to his side.
Arriving at the group the two silver haired maidens began covering amongst themselves about what their life has been like since the last saw each other. Doing the same the church trio and the rest of Rias and Issei's peerages began to talk amongst themselves with Murayama and Irina introducing themselves to each other connecting through their love of swords.
As the group began to get smaller the three that remained were all unnaturally nervous for different reasons. Issei was nervous as he had no idea how much Baraqiel knew about his and his daughters relationship and he didn't know how the cadre would react about it. Rias on the other hand had heard all the stories abut her best friends past as well as her hatred towards her father, but also understood that he is probably hurting just as much if not more than Akeno.
Looking towards the Raven haired queen Issei could see the distress on her face, although she had been training with him for the past three weeks Issei and Rias alike could tell that she had not completely forgiven him as she hadn't talked much about her training at all saying that it was good and that was about it.
Arriving in front of the three teens the normally strong and stoic fallen angel was also unnaturally nervous. Standing there in front of them for a few minutes in awkward silence Rias decided to brake the silence by speaking up.
"Its a pleasure to meet you lord Baraqiel" Rias said as she politely bowed towards the Satan class being.
"Likewise lady Gremory, but you don't have to call me lord or bow to me either if anyone should be bowing it should be me" Baraqiel said confusing the teens mainly Akeno.
"What do you mean by that" Rias said as she looked on confused.
"Well I would like to thank you for looking after my daughter for so long as well as saving her from certain death" Baraqiel said as he bowed at a perfect 90 degrees shocking all three.
"Theres no need to thank me, I also gained from taking your daughter in. She's a great queen but she's also a better best friend" Rias said as Akeno smiled.
"Well I'm pleased anyway hello Akeno, Hyoudou or should I call you Buer now" Baraqiel said addressing his daughter and the other male within the conversation.
"Hello Baraqiel" Issei said as he looked towards the older man, before looking down to see Akeno holding onto her loved ones hand still nervous being around her father.
"Hello, dad" Akeno said sheepishly.
As the group continued to speak about the past and the events of the past couple of weeks it wasn't long until Issei and the others here'd the voice of the crimson satan himself.
"Ladies and Gentlemen of the three factions, I Sirzech Lucifer would humble like to thank you for being here on this historic occasion" Sirzech said before taking a deep breath.
"Tonight hopefully is the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship between the biblical factions and the Norse pantheon of Northern Europe. To seal the pact between our powers each one of the three leaders of our faction. the ArchAngel Micheal, Governor General Azazel and Myself have signed the seal stone behind us. So to make this alliance offical I invite the chief god of the Norse Odin to sign the seal now" Sirzech said as he turned around to face the old Aesir god.
"Ok, I'll begin now" Odin said out loud as he began to walk towards the stone with his cain.
As the old god reached the stone he gentle placed his cain against the rock before outstretching his left hand. Gently placing his hand against the rock a norse magic circle appeared above the rock as Nordic ruins began to appear on the stone under Sirzech's name. Taking his hand off the rock Odin noticed that the rock now possessed his name written in the Nordic language.
Turning around and looking towards Sirzech who smiled back at the old man. Odin stepped forward and began to address the people who were present in the room.
"People of the different factions, as a being who has lived for many millennia and one that has seen the rise and fall of great kingdoms, it gives me great pleasure to be here today and signing this alliance between our two religions" Odin said as he walked of to the side and stood next to Ajuka.
As he arrived text to the super devil the old Norse god breathed out a sigh of relief as nothing as of yet had happened at the piece meeting, however one thing made the old god nervous.
"I would have though that shit would have showed up by now" Odin though to himself as everyone began doing their own thing.
Realising the meeting was over the old god began to wonder down the stairs marvelling at the architecture within the room. In all his years Odin like many of the other gods of various religions became increasingly worried by the spreed of Christianity within their lands and the ensuing war that forced many pantheons to flee to the furtherest reaches of their domain to escape the destruction the war caused. Walking throughout the crowd towards the young devils Odin's fears were put aside when he heard the familiar voice of a certain devil.
"Lord Odin its a pleasure to see you again" Vali said as she bowed towards the god.
"Yes it is Valane, you've grown even more attractive since I last saw you has anything happened since then" Odin said complementing the girl as he played with his beard.
"Thank you Lord Odin" Vali said as she bowed again.
"Anyway Vali where's your king" Odin said wondering where Issei was.
"Right here gramps" Issei said as he began to casually walk up to the god.
"Still as bratty as ever I see Issei" Odin said as he began talking to Issei.
"Pretty much" Issei replied looking at the god.
" Well I saw your fight against the Phenex and I heard about Kokabiel I guest I owe you congrats" Odin said as he looked at Issei.
"Well Riser deserved what he got for trying to take Rias away and Kokabiel was just a fuckwit that deserved to die for killing mum" Issei said as he clenched his fist.
"Its ok Issei it's all in the past now" Rias said as she grabbed his hand entangling it with her own.
"Ah so you must be Rias Gremory, you're even prettier than Issei and you brother say you are" Odin said took back at her beauty.
In all Odin's years alive their were very few people who could compete with Rias's seductiveness as well as her innocent nature. Beginning to stare Odin was brought out of his trance when he heard the blue eyed red haired girl begin to speak.
"Its a pleasure to meet you Lord Odin, Ive heard so many things about you from Issei and Vali" Rias said as she bowed towards the god.
"And polite two, hey brat don't stuff this relationship up you've got yourself quite the catch" Odin said as Rias blushed and Issei sighed.
"I would never" Issei said confidently…. "Anyway why are you here" Issei said continuing before he could get interrupted.
"Well Freya wanted to give you this but you left before she could, so lift up your shirt" Odin said as Issei did what he was told.
As Issei lifted up his shirt the end of two of Odin's fingers on his right hand began to glow a pale blue.
Feeling a slight pain on his lower left abdomen, looking on in his body Issei noticed the ruins that began to appear began spell out family in Norse ruins. Looking down at the blue magic letters that now marked his skin forever Issei sensed a great deal of pride at just the mere sight of them.
"Um Issei what is that" Murayama said still naive about the workings of the Biblical factions let alone any of the other factions around the world.
"Well Mury, these letters are norse ruins, they're the language of the Norse gods and the ancient norse people" Issei said as he looked towards his interested knight as she was writing in her notepad about the ruins.
"I know that but why have you just got them tattooed on yourself now" Rias said confused about why Issei would mark himself in a different language.
"Because I wanted what it represents to be around me when I got it" Issei said as the group looked at him confused.
"Well what does it say" Asia said as he looked at Issei confused.
"Well Asia read it out you can read different languages now" Issei said as he turned to see the blonde haired bishop.
Turning around and facing Issei the blonde haired girl couldn't help but stare at the young mans chiseled chest and abs. Looking closer at the tattoo the young girl began sounding the word out.
" Fam…i…ly Family" Asia said as she looked up at Issei.
"Yes something that I see you all" Issei said as he pulled Asia into a hug kissing her head.
As the young heir and his younger sister figure pulled apart from each other the group noticed Sirzech walking closer towards the group. Stopping in front of the group Sirzech looked at the young heir and smiled when he saw what the tattoo said that ran across his abdomen.
"Ok you lot better get to the youth devil meeting that is about to start" Sirzech said as the group nodded towards the devil king.
A/N Alright I'm going to leave it there. Another massive chapter in terms of character and world building with the introduction of Odin and Rossweisse and norse ruins. plus the addition of more information about the dragon mountains.
I would also like to wish this story a happy first birthday. I can't believe that this story has been going on for this long and with this much support. I know its not the date of the first chapter release but but the time I write the next chapter it will be past the date. I would also like to thank everyone for being patient with me with the chapter releases especially my beta.
Thanks for reading and until next time.
Ddraig12
