Chapter 43: Mates

It felt like early morning when I began to wake up but I was tempted to drift back to sleep, hugging a body closer to me and enjoying the warmth. Her soft frame was so comfy to hold and her sweet fragrance dulled my mind to everything, I felt so warm and snug with how happy she makes me just by being here. When was the last time I felt so lazy? Oh right, when I was in my home world and didn't need to worry about getting killed if I'm too weak.

However, there was something better than this, and that would be seeing my mate first thing in the morning. Miho snuggled in my chest, looking at me with soft yet kind gaze, "Good morning, danna-sama."

"Good morning, my beautiful mate." Now that I was lucid enough, I remembered that Miho always rises earlier than me, "Sorry, you didn't have to stay with me until I wake up."

"Perhaps not, but I want to."

Goddammit! She's so cute! Not even a headache can ruin my mood. We continued to cuddle in bed, feeling and adoring each other's company. Miho has completely moved in to my room and brought all her stuff since we reached back to our apartment/hotel. While for some reason, Rias, Akeno, and Koneko have given us some privacy at night, they still try to get closer to me albeit at a lesser degree. Better than no privacy at all I suppose.

So now it was just the two of us alone on our snuggle time. My mate's every movement sent delightful shivers to my body while I did the same to her, both of us trying to be closer despite the humongous bed as if we're melding our bodies together.

I still can't believe it! That Miho and I are actual mates now! All my life, I've always been physically attracted to girls though never experienced real love. I wasn't that sad about being single considering how free I would be on my own. Plus, I didn't know how to be jealous of couples if I didn't know what love is like and wasn't sure what to be jealous of when I'm doing fine as a single guy so far. Romance animes were nice though mostly because I wanted to watch the protagonist go whatever lengths to support his/her love.

The pinkette's eyes glazed at my face and slowly inched closer, prompting me to blush and incline my head away. She frowned sadly, "I-I'm sorry, did you dislike it?"

"N-no. No, I love it when it's y-you. It's just that..." I was flustered and stuttered out the words, "... I didn't want you to... s-smell my morning breath."

Miho blinked before giggled cutely. Quicker than I could realize, she closed the distance and made lip contact. My mind shut down from the sudden rush of euphoria, kissing back with fervor. I almost yelped in surprise when something wet and slimy entered, energetically touching and exploring everything I had. A moment later, my mate withdrew with a thin line of saliva connecting our mouths.

"What a shy danna-sama. You who always take care of your health, barely have any morning breath." A lick of her lips made the salamander look so much more seductive, "May I ask of you to inspect my own?"

Not sure if it was the deep kiss stirring up my hormonal teenage impulse, though I did initiated this time. Miho wholeheartedly welcomed my lips and slightly opened her mouth, allowing me to return the favor. We tongue wrestled until she loyally submitted to me roaming in her. She tastes so warm, so sweet, so intoxicating. To the point where I could do this literally all day without getting bored.

It felt weird but holy fuck, this was better than poking her nipples!

"How energetic. Please allow me to carry out my duties as a familiar and maid to service you danna-sama." Breaking the kiss, the pinkette used magic to change clothes. Gone with her pajamas and now she's wearing a french maid outfit similar to Grayfia's. Miho bowed elegantly, "Do you wish to spice up your morning today?" Miho casually slid of her top in a few smooth motions, revealing her bra right in front of me, "It must be monotonous to see my pajamas everyday, no?"

... If I wasn't hard before, then I'm throbbing in pain now.

Yet, the maid didn't cover back up. In fact, she was pushing her chest out slightly while blushing. Is this the part where I make my move? Wait I'm an idiot. Of course I should take the initiative. We're mates now, no more holding back. Actually, it would be weird to not do it.

Okay, enough rambling. Taking a deep breath, I stretched out my hand to cup a boob, earning a small moan of pleasure from her. My fingers easily sunk into the soft flesh, yet my hand bounced back from the elasticity a moment later. While teardrop shaped, they retained the perfect roundness as if defying gravity.

My other hand went to join the groping. I was completely entranced at how they could be softer than cotton yet still firm and elastic so I could play with them. My hands traced the edges, marveling at how beautiful and voluptuous they are. At some point, I could smell the sweetness again and tried fitting an entire hand into the cleavage, they were definitely big enough to envelope it.

It wasn't long until Miho was blushing and breathing harder, her tips perking in excitement and visible through the fabric. This is the most saucy situation we've dived into since we got together. As long as I don't get a nosebleed, we'll fully graduate to adulthood. I'm so close to ripping her clothes and forcing myself on her. And judging by Miho's hand groping my package, I'd say she's ready to go crazy as well. I unhooked her bra-

*knock**knock*

"Daisuke, Miho, it's time for breakfast."

Rias' voice echoed through the door, snapping me back to reality. We exchanged glances before I sighed in disappointment, "Not today I guess."

Miho's eyes were drawn down with barely veiled lust, "Do you require me to relieve your discomfort in the bathroom?"

That's new, "Um... That would be-"

*knock**knock*

"Daisuke? Miho?"

"... Next time." I pecked her lips before telling Rias we'll be out later.

Neither of us could go out looking like this.

"Rias, Akeno."

""Yes?""

"I appreciate you helping Miho to make breakfast for me and everyone but it's hard to move my hands when you're leaning so close to me."

"Koneko-chan gets to sit on your lap."

My eyes trailed down to my adorable white cat kouhai who was grinning from ear to ear, mewling occasionally for a little of my attention. Then my vision went to Miho who was sitting opposite of me while remaining professional yet I could almost see her bad mood materializing around her. Our ki was repaired a few days after returning and my hybrid status merely gave a minor distress, so the rest of our summer vacation was homework, training, and other normal routines, including how to pacify the girls now that Miho and I are together.

I silently resumed back to my food, "Her level of cuteness should be illegal."

The maid sighed, "I suppose her action is within reason with danna-sama's approval."

"Come on Daisuke. Miho has you all to herself at night, you could at least let us have this much during the day."

"Please don't be mad senpai, I'll give you unlimited petting nya."

"Ufufu, we did agree to have our bonding sessions right in front of Miho-chan. That way she can't blame us if something happens to you."

"How does that work when you promised not to assault me behind Miho's back?"

"Because danna-sama, it would be impossible for them to behave for so long. I can understand their compulsions. Furthermore, I need to consider the possibility of you attracting other females."

"Seriously?" I raised an eyebrow in skeptically, only to earn four simultaneous nods, "It's not like I'm that popular, and Issei's been getting more girls lately."

"We can't be too careful, there's a lot to like about you." Rias smiled teasingly, "You never know when you'll ended up drowned in a sea of women in the future."

"Oh hell no, I just want to spend quality time with my mate."

"So do I danna-sama. However, they need a treat every now and then otherwise their accumulated frustration will explode."

"Ara ara, does that mean I can have Daisuke-sama for-"

"Do not overstep your boundaries succubus, I am already struggling to allow this much."

"Meow, Daisuke-senpai I want some more headpats."

'No! Calm yourself right hand!' I cleared my mind and restrained it from moving towards those soft white locks, staring intently at Miho's beautiful face for extra mental reinforcement, "Koneko, you can't keep abusing your cuteness like this. I will develop resistance sooner or late-"

"Nya~ A little more to the right please."

The sound of thunderous incredulity boomed in my mind, betrayed by my own body. My eyes twitched from the sheer stupidity of the situation. My usual right hand obeyed though something else was automatically called forth by Koneko's almighty lovable allure. It was my left hand.

"... Again, your level of cuteness should be illegal."

Miho was now visibly jealous at Koneko's ability to bend my will. She stood up and shuffled towards me, wordlessly lowering her head with pleading eyes.

Chuckling, my free hand went to headpat her, careful to not ruin her maid headpiece.

"Ufufu Daisuke-kun, I believe I haven't received my daily headpat yet."

"No fair, Daisuke please pat me too."

"Hang on, I only have two hands unless I make clones."

"No, we want the original headpat nya."

"Girls, please do not trouble danna-sama more than necessary."

"How can you say that with a straight face when you're latching onto his hand?"

True to Rias' words, Miho was holding my hand to her head before affectionately rubbing her cheek against it, "I have special privileges as his mate."

"Such as addressing him as master?" The red head pointed out petulantly, "You've never called Daisuke that before so why now? You're acting as if you're married."

"Actually we are."

...

...

...

All three girls were thoroughly paralyzed, their eyes hollowed as they processed what I just said. Their pupils constricted in terror, pale heads mechanically inclining to directly meet my gaze.

Rias' voice was very faint, "I'm sorry Daisuke, I must have misheard you. I thought you just said you and Miho are married."

"No, you heard right. To translate salamander oaths to human version, Miho is my legal wife."

Said wife warmly hugged my back, "That is correct, we are newlyweds. I nearly believed it was a dream but danna-sama initiated the mating ritual, bounding us together for life once I accepted."

Realization dawned onto the girls as they remembered that danna-sama means either master or husband, Miho was calling me the latter. Maybe I was hasty to marry before hitting legal human age though so far, I haven't regretted it in the slightest. I do love Miho and want to make her happy. Since salamanders don't do any real dating like humans do, so I straight up went to propose. Salamanders hardly ever interact with the opposite gender outside of family, their relationships are more based on pride, pheromones and flames.

If the female rejects the males initiatives, that means she doesn't want him. It's similar to how some normal salamander species act in the human world. Plus with how we've been living together under the same roof and all, I'm pretty sure we've already done a lot of couple-like activities together. And if we end up having sex because of excessive sexual frustration, then it doesn't matter when we're married. Miho will be satisfied, and I won't have to worry about my family getting a nervous breakdown once I've done the deed. It's a win-win situation and both of us are happy.

Worried, I attempted to placate the devastated girls carefully, "Please hear me out, I- GAH!" They tightened their grip and inched their faces dangerously to my face, "WAIT! WAIT! You compromised to not do anything remember!?"

"""I KNEW IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME!"""

They aimed for my lip-

Issei drank the tea prepared by Asia, soothing him from the inside out. He needed it or he'll go nuts and beat that punchable face of a High-class devil, it wouldn't be the first time. Almost immediately they made it back to the human world, Diodora revealed he was the devil the blonde healed before getting excommunicated and had the nerve to propose right in front of everyone.

Now the Pawn knew why Daisuke was so edgy about him.

That stinking rich ikemen kept sending presents after presents everyday since then, among them were expensive stuff such as jewelry, concert tickets, flowers and whatever the best money could buy. Issei was fuming in rage while Asia looked troubled, sending hesitant glances at the former. The Bishop was really bothered and Diodora can't take no for an answer.

Who does that bastard think he is!? Coming strong at Asia without considering her feelings!? He was the one who got her banished, painful memories would resurface when the Bishop sees him. Just because he's good-looking, rich, and the heir to the Astaroth Household doesn't mean she'll be happy. Asia's already living a good life with Issei and his family... at least Issei thinks she does.

Strangely though, Daisuke looks ready to kill Diodora more than the Pawn and that's speaking volumes. Fortunately, his parents were more supportive and threw away those stupid gifts, which is why the two are with the other ORC members to get away from the crazy, "Thanks again for letting us come here so early."

"It is no problem at all Issei-kun. We would be troubled to not allow our friends reprieve."

"Is he still bothering you?" Xenovia asked her former nun friend who was quietly downcast, "The problem would be quickly solved if I cut him down with my Durandal."

"Th-that doesn't s-sound like a g-good idea Xenovia-senpai." Gasper squeaked out, not wearing his bag during breakfast to build up his confidence more, "We c-could get in tr-trouble."

"You think Daisuke knows when we get to punch that stupid handsome face?"

"Please be patient Issei-kun." Yuuto placed his teacup down with stern features, "I understand how you feel. I also disapprove of his advances towards Asia-san, however, we would cause problems for Buchou and everyone else should we act rashly."

"I'm sorry for causing trouble for everyone."

"Don't worry about it Asia." The bluenette hugged the blonde and spoke enthusiastically, sharing the confidence with her friend, "We are friends and friends help one another. You have always healed our injuries whenever we needed you so now it's our turn to help you."

"How about we shift to a different topic?" Yuuto suggested amiably, changing the atmosphere to become more cheerful, "Has everyone finished homework and prepared for next semester?"

"Y-yes." The shut in dhampir answered happily with a hint of anxiety, "I'm finally going to s-school with everyone, do you think they'll like me?"

"With your looks, I'm betting the guys would be excited before going into despair when they find out your crossdressing Gya-suke."

"R-really? Koneko-chan will be my classmate s-so I think I'll manage."

"Please keep your spirits up Gasper-kun." Asia encouraged, "I know it will be scary at first but there are many nice people and fun things to do in school."

"Most certainly. As a recent transfer student, I can vouch for that. Rias-buchou will ascertain everything will go smoothly. Speaking of Rias-buchou, where is she and everyone else?"

"Receiving whatever affection they can get from Hanwei-kun. I am honestly yet pleasantly surprised that nothing catastrophic has occurred for this long now that Hanwei-kun and Miho-chan are dating." The Knight smiled wryly, "They haven't had much time with him alone for the last few days so they are making up for lost time."

"I still don't get why Daisuke doesn't want a harem." The pervert remembered his time with Raynare who is now officially his girlfriend. They were in the middle of something naughty until Asia and Xenovia found them and ended up sleeping together with the four of them in a single bed. It was so good until Xenovia's bad sleeping habits kicked in, nearly suffocating him with her thighs choking his neck, "It would be a lot easier and everyone will be happy."

"Hanwei-kun prefers more romance than anything in my opinion. I am more glad that he could assist Miho-chan in getting along better with the other girls."

"Me too." A shudder traveled all over the Pawn's body, "She's now way stronger than us and I'm scared of what she'll do."

"Miho won't be that excessive." Xenovia assured with a nod, "The real problem would be what Hanwei would do if anything happens to her. His rational thinking is lost whenever something bad befalls Miho."

The pervert paled, now extremely frightened of how his overpowered rival would torture him if his eyes locked onto Miho's breasts for too long. Balance Breaker might keep him alive assuming he can figure out how to unlock it. Issei's still bummed out about Daisuke far surpassing him by the way.

"Should we go find Hanwei-kun and the rest? Arriving to school on the first day of a new semester may bring us new surprises."

"BAKUENJIN!"

*KA-BOOM*

*BEEP**BEEP**BEEP*

...

Sprinklers went off the second time since the hotel was constructed, where Daisuke and the girls were supposed to be. Nobody moved a muscle, doing their best to ignore the situation. They escaped reality to save their own hides, mustering all their willpower to pretend that they don't feel hot or smell smoke. It was early morning and none of them wanted to face a very pissed Ultimate-class girlfriend.

"It was nice while it lasted..." Yuuto's usual polite smile was strained, attempting to find a bright side yet there is none.

"Do you think Azazel will make us pay for the damages?" Xenovia weakly asked, sweating because of the rising temperature.

Gasper dived into his box in fear, "Maybe, i-if we s-s-survive from Miho-san's an-anger."

"Should we... do something?" Asia squeaked.

Issei shivered, "Only after Miho calms down. We'll lose more than our hair this time if we do."

""""Agreed.""""

They unanimously answered, sipping their tea to enjoy whatever little leisure their morning is now.

"UNBELIEVABLE!" The pinkette hugged my head to her chest while glaring at the three who were drooping their heads and repenting in seiza position, "The moment my opinion of you improves, you betrayed my expectations and attempted to seduce my husband in front of me!"

The emphasized 'husband' made them more shameful. They almost kissed me on the lips until Miho set an explosion to separate us. Miho's eyes were more slitted than normal, oozing out firepower. There are no injuries on me but the girls and the room we're in were relatively damaged. Good thing she was rational enough to hold back or they would be ashes right now.

"I-I-I'm sorry, I didn't know what came over me." Frantic, Rias sputtered out her thoughts, "My mind suddenly went blank when I heard the words 'legal wife'."

Knew they didn't fully understand what a mate is. I probably should have told them earlier but I didn't want to lose any alone time with Miho, and it has finally come to bite me in the ass...

"We understood you two will enter in a serious relationship," Akeno was equally panicked and flustered, something I thought it was near impossible with her perfect Onee-sama persona, "though we didn't think it would be this soon."

"Senpai was taken before we even knew it. We thought our chances were gone forever, we were devastated." Cat ears flattened with a genuine sad expression was a deadly combo yet it was useless on the pinkette.

Setting myself free, I hugged my mate close and snuggled my cheek against hers, "I think they've learned their lesson, we'll need to reach a different deal so they won't snap again. That's enough venting right?" Although Miho's gaze softened, her anger still didn't dissipate. I kissed her for extra measure, "Please?"

"... One more." After giving her another smooch, Miho relented at last with a sigh and resumed as a graceful maid, "Very well, I cannot say I did not anticipate something like this. Do you promise not to repeat your transgression again?"

"We request additional Daisuke-time at night, and also to sleep with him."

"Once a week."

"Twice a week for each of us."

"Twice a week as a whole group, that is my final offer. It is best to remember he is still my danna-sama."

Suffice to say, I stayed quiet and averted my view away from the three pairs of puppy dog eyes. My mate is the one who manages when they get to cuddle me under strict supervision, all I want is alone time with Miho. Guess it wouldn't be that easy to escape from their clutches. The three discussed their options to maximize their opportunities until reaching their conclusion.

"Terms and conditions accepted."

Not my weirdest morning, though it's close, "So, wanna head to school? It's almost time anyway."

"In that case, I will get started and clean up. The fault belongs to me for exploding."

"I can leave a few clones to help."

The maid shook her head, "No need to trouble yourself danna-sama, this will not take long with magic. I wish to test my new domestic abilities after studying under Grayfia-sensei."

"Alright."

Issei and the others peeked cautiously, holding various furniture as defense while staring at Miho to make sure nothing explodes. Kinda funny. Once they confirmed it was safe, we packed up and readied to leave. I was the last to leave as the salamander saw me off at the door.

"I'm heading out." I pecked her lips.

"Have a good day." She pecked back.

"Okay, I'll bite. What the hell happened to you? You've been smiling almost sickeningly sweet the whole time." Kiryuu took her seat onto my desk once again, adjusting her glasses with a critical gaze.

"Really? I haven't noticed."

"You didn't even utter a single complaint when I analyzed your growth either."

"You really should stop doing that by the way. Miho is very temperamental to any girl approaching me, I hold no promises that you'll survive."

"Ah." Piecing the puzzle, the brunette threw me a sly glance and a coy smirk, "It's about time, so you finally manned up and confessed to her during summer vacation. Did you reach third base yet?"

"Don't go probing for my personal life Kiryuu, I already have one pervert who drives me up the wall as a hobby and it's not Issei."

"Dammit." Motohama and Matsuda cursed in frustration and sadness, "We spent all summer searching for girlfriends until we fainted, so how did you and Issei get one so easily? We thought you went on a training camp?"

"They did actually." Impressed, Kiryuu scanned our bodies, "Hyoudou's scrawny physique has improved considerably, your wild appearance earned a lot of girls' approval."

"Really? Yuuma-chan did say I got more muscle- Gah!"

""Issei you bastard! You will tell us everything about this 'Yuuma-chan'!""

We chuckled at the duo manhandling the Pawn before Kiryuu turned to me, "And despite your already developed body before summer, you somehow give out a mature aura. Plenty of girls in and out our class think you're hot now, including some seniors."

"Better announce that I'm taken then, there's still that stupid rumor about me monopolizing the Two Great Onee-samas."

"Doesn't help that you casually call them by their given names."

"One: I'm Chinese, everyone back home does it. Second: they asked me to call them that."

"Still, it's such a shame. Many girls couldn't help but leer at your magnificent muscles through your sweaty gym clothes."

"Something I wished I didn't find out. Now how am I gonna solve my popularity problem before Miho finds out and goes stir crazy?"

"Ku ku ku, that's right. I have felt genuine oppai with this right hand- Aah!"

Those two bashed Issei's head out of pure jealousy, going on a long rant about how life is unfair, "That's it! You two are hereby banned from the Gentlemen's Club!"

Deadpanning, "I didn't even know we have a Gentlemen's Club."

My comment frustrated them further. They were about to continue whining until one of our classmate rushed in, "Everyone! We're gonna have another hot girl transferring to our class!"

The males grinned happily while the females were curious. Xenovia raised a surprise eyebrow, "Another transfer student after me? I wonder who she is?"

Oh yeah, a certain brunette is coming. Makes me wonder why my classmates aren't suspicious about how many transfer students we're getting in a year, most probably because of Rias' and Sona's influence, "A nice and pleasant transfer student that's for sure."

"And there's two of them!"

"Wait what?" I nearly did a double take, "Two transfer students?"

Puzzled stares were pointed at me from the ORC. I shrugged nonchalantly to signal them it shouldn't be anything bad, no way this girl can get past the High-class devils governing this school. When our homeroom teacher allowed them to enter, my eyes popped into wide saucers.

"Hi! I'm Shidou Irina! I used to live here in Kuoh before moving to England but now I'm back. I hope we can all get along."

"Good morning, my name is Miho. Asahina Miho. It is nice to make your acquaintance."

Another tidbit I found out about salamanders (and generally some youkais) is that their parents don't give them names at birth. The salamander has to mature and achieve something to prove oneself, only then he/she will decide a name. Before then, they're called son/daughter of insert-parent's-name-here. Another way of obtaining names is when salamanders found a master who they deem worthy to follow.

If I had known this earlier, I would've put more thought into naming Miho but now she's claimed a last name after we became mates. Asahina - dawn of a new morning where sunlight shines brightly. Apparently, Miho chose this name because she wanted to commemorate the day we met and when I brought her to the human world where she felt the genuine sun. She also wanted to remember that failure is not impossible yet she'll never give up and see the light of hope after a night of sadness.

Though I'm getting off track, our classmates are going bonkers.

"Yes! Hot babes! I'm so glad of coming to this school!"

"Asahina-san has to be related to the Two Great Onee-samas! She's too beautiful not to be!"

"Shidou-san is so cheerful! Totally my type!"

"Oh my gosh, they're so pretty! I wonder if we could become friends!"

"Impossible! That much growth since I last saw her!? Bust nine-"

A book flew faster than a missile towards Motohama, knocking the four-eye pervert unconscious.

"And I am Hanwei-sama's lover." Silence permeated in the classroom, despair and denial surrounded the boys, "I am also well aware of the rumors around him, they are baseless and I have already spoken to Rias and Akeno about it. They do not concern me at all, I love Hanwei-sama from the bottom of my heart and will stay with him forever."

Heads slowly turned towards me, my face tinted red from embarrassment but I didn't waver, "Yes, it's true that we're officially an item. Rias and Akeno are more like good friends or older sisters to me."

"NOOOOOO!"

The boys wailed in anguished while the girls gushed about how cute and romantic Miho is. Although my mate did near-imperceptibly twitched when some girls said they couldn't ogle at my muscles anymore, nothing else happened thankfully. Sato-sensei calmed the class, regaining some semblance of peace as the guys composed themselves.

"Well at least we still have the other gir-"

"Yahoo! Issei-kun, I'm so glad I'm in the same class as my childhood friend."

"WHAT! BOTH GIRLS ARE TAKEN!?"

And part two of pandemonium has arrived.

"Gotta admit, you definitely surprised me Miho. Were you able to get along with the class?"

"Yes, they were very curious about our relationship. I wanted to declare us as fiancés though that would attract unwanted problems."

"Wait wait, you guys are engaged?" Issei and the rest questioned us suspiciously, "You've been dating for only a couple weeks."

"Tell you later. So Irina - I can call you Irina right?"

"Y-yes, Hanwei-san."

"No need to be nervous, did Michael-san send you here to help us?"

"That's right, Michael-sama has also arranged for me to stay in the same hotel as everyone else."

"Really? That's wonderful Irina-san." Asia beamed at having another church friend so close by.

"We can have those slumber parties you always talked about, maybe we should buy some snacks and party games on the way home."

I glanced at the salamander who was examining the twin-tailed brunette and she nodded in approval, "Not a potential love rival."

"Do you have to be wary of every girl I socialize with?"

"While most girls in school fawned over Yuuto, there were some who are enamored by you. Display of affection between us should ward them off for the time being."

"Such as this?" I gave my mate a quick one-arm hug, earning a cute blush, "Don't worry you're the only girl for me."

Irina quietly whispered but doesn't know she's within my hearing range, "He's a lot friendlier than I expected. I thought the wielder of the 14th Longinus would be more macho."

"So word has already reached that far." Xenovia sighed with envy and admiration, "It's not only Hanwei, both he and Miho are already way out of our league. We couldn't even touch them during our spars. However don't be afraid, he occasionally enjoy good fights but never has any malice or the intention to kill anyone."

"It's okay Irina-san, Hanwei-san is actually very nice and thinks Issei-san is funny."

Issei now felt isolated, the church trio were having their conversation while Miho and I were bonding, unable to jump into the conversation and awkwardly trailed behind us. Arriving at the clubroom, Azazel, Sona and the other ORC members greeted.

"Shidou Irina-san and Asahina Miho-san, welcome to Kuoh Academy. If you have any queries or problems, please do not hesitate to consult the student council."

"Yes! There some new faces among the people I have met before so I'll introduce myself again. My name is Irina Shidou and Michael-sama's Ace." A pair of glowing white feathery wings emerged from her back, much to the shock of everyone "As a representative of the church, I will help anyway I can to protect the peace between the Three Factions."

"So your Michael's Ace." Azazel examined the reincarnated angel, "Were there any problems or side effects from the transformation process?"

"None. Only a few humans have reincarnated into angels though we're all doing fine."

"Angel reincarnation?" Xenovia murmured, entranced by Irina's new form, "So that was possible as well."

I watched her reactions in anticipation. There were times when I thought about convincing the former church member to wait so she can reincarnate into an angel. Then I felt my hand grabbed my Miho's. She gave a comforting squeeze and a reassuring smile, easing my worries. She's gotten pretty good at reading me despite my poker face on. It made me happy but at the same time, slightly embarrassed.

"Perhaps I was too hasty back then, discovering about God's death was devastating but I am glad to meet Rias-buchou. I have the chance to go to school and learn more than staying at the church."

"That's right, we get to make a lot of friends too. Having school and club activities everyday is so much fun."

"I look forward to it Xenovia, Asia-san. It doesn't matter whether we're angels or devils, peace has started and we can hang out together." Irina grinned cheerfully, hugging the two until they backed off from the cross on her, and laughed together.

Well, seems that those three are becoming closer as according to canon. Maybe it was paranoid of me to worry about every little change I could possibly make, but I wanted to make sure they're happy nevertheless. Although it might take time for the hikikomori dhampir to adjust to the reincarnated angel's presence. Other than that, there shouldn't be any problems.

"So, I can understand Irina transferring here but what about Miho? Doesn't she have familiar duties?"

"Familiar duties aren't essential, the other familiars are enough to carry them out anyway." Rias answered my question, already knowing it would be coming, "Furthermore, Miho can help us more as a member. It would be such a waste to not have an Ultimate-class fighter as an official part of the ORC."

"With that concluded," Our teacher grabbed a drink, "let's welcome our newest students. After this, I'll give you a tour around the hotel since the extra renovations are over."

My eyes twitched when I heard 'extra renovations', "I swear, if it's something to piss us off, I'm gonna-"

"PFTHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! WAHOO! KAWABANGA! OKAY! I'll ADMIT! THIS IS AWESOME!"

My body went flying everywhere, crashing into the elastic walls before rebounding to someplace else. The entire place sent me bouncing all over the place before I got sucked into a vacuum air slide which propelled me faster into the rubbery ceiling and I bounced all over again.

"Glad you like it." Azazel commented, sitting crossed legged while bouncing up and down, "This is actually one part of the entertainment room for kids to have fun."

"Why would you construct a funhouse when our main goal is peace between all mythologies?" Rias asked blandly, hovering in midair with her wings out.

"Better to be overprepared than underprepared. Besides, they look like they're having fun."

"Th-this is a lot harder than it looks."

"Yes! I approve! All those sweet bouncing op- Aah!"

"Issei-senpai, no perving around."

"Kya! I shouldn't have worn a skirt!"

"I think I'm gonna be sick."

"Ara ara, it looks almost fun enough for me to join."

Rias sighed, "Fair enough."

"PFTHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!" I crashed face first onto the floor, flipping in midair before ricocheting again countless times with my other body parts.

"Um uh. I think I have understood- Iyah!"

"Whoa!" I caught Miho's hand in time before she could fall, "Are you okay?"

"Y-yes, thank you. Ice skating is as difficult as it is elegant."

"Should've known Azazel would build underground floors." Grappling the support handle was my other hand, maintaining balance for both of us, "This is my first time ice skating as well."

Her cheeks grew rosy, "To enjoy each other's first time together, it makes me happy."

"Time and place my mate."

"Ooohh."

Everyone was captivated by Irina's expert skating, dominating the ice field with practiced movements. The icy blue background and her natural beauty amplified her appeal, compelling them to clap. The brunette blushed, "Eh he he, thank you. I've done a lot of skating back in England so it's no big deal."

"How careless of me, to lose valuable experience during those winter seasons." Xenovia lamented before pointing at her friend with burning passion, "Irina, I will learn how to skate soon enough and surpass you."

"Bring it on Xenovia."

Well, almost everyone. Issei was sobbing in the corner after explaining the real relationship between me and Miho, "Dammit. At this rate, my rival will surpass me to become High-class devil and Harem King sooner than me. Life is so not fair."

"Why so down when you can have fun with me?" His whining ceased the moment he turned around to find Raynare dressed in skating gear, the attire somehow hugging her figure closely and make her seem especially erotic, "I was hoping to accompany my man when I heard he's here but if you're too sad to skate-"

"Sad!? Who's sad!? Of course I'm in the mood to skate! People call me the Skating Pawn!"

Raynare smirked in amusement, locking arms with Issei and dragged him to the field.

I felt someone tugging my jacket. It was the irresistibly adorable nekoshou, "Senpai, I want to learn with you too meow~"

"Oh Daisuke~" The Two Great Onee-samas glided smoothly in front of me, "Come with us and we will teach you how to skate... and among other things~"

Miho hugged me possessively and cutely pouted.

"Most of us are underaged."

"Old enough to fight terrorist, old enough to drink. Pubs are one of the best places to find girls for hot sex." Azazel took a swing of booze, "Ah, that's the stuff."

"I'm already married you perverted old crow." Rubbing the bridge of my nose, I sighed until a glass of tea was placed in front of me.

"Here, this can't repel Azazel but it helps with migraines." A handsome black haired guy with grey eyes in a bartender's outfit remarked, "So you're the wielder of the 14th Longinus, the Aoi Arashi."

"And you must be someone experience working under Azazel, you're pretty strong from what I can tell." Taking a sip, I found myself gulping down the surprisingly good beverage, "My name is Tan Han Wei but some people call me Daisuke."

"You can call me Slash Dog, I don't usually work here but Azazel needs someone to manage this place for a while since it's new."

Slash Dog? Where have I heard that before?

"Hold the alcohol before drinking all at once down your throat, that way you won't taste it much."

"Amazing Rias-san, you're like a real mature adult."

"It helps to learn this trick when drinking with devils during formal parties."

"What is your cause to fight?" Slash Dog rubbed glass cups with a cloth while asking me, "I've heard a lot about you. For instance, protector of peace, the next Super Devil, deplorable fiend of groping-"

"I resent that last one."

He chuckled, "However, the only common point is that you were an ordinary human with no special hereditary powers. It's doubtful to believe someone so young became so strong so fast. A subspecies Longinus is one thing, but a completely different New Longinus is in another dimension of possibility."

Shrugging, "I fight because I want to, whether it is to protect my friends or for the thrill of a battle. I've come this far, finding out what happens at the end would be interesting. Besides, I didn't become this strong alone and there are my own goals to accomplish."

"Glad to see a bright kid isn't drunk on his own power or got killed because of it."

"You've seen it before?"

"More times than I like to be honest."

"Rest easy, I ain't going down that path." Last time I nearly died, Miho jumped to save me without a second though. My life isn't my own anymore, and I won't leave anyone to grieve... Speaking of which, where is Miho?

"*Munya* Ah! Danna-sama! *Hic*" Miho swayed towards me unsteadily with a demure drunken smile, I caught her before she fell, "I fooouunnd you~"

"Alright! Who the fuck gave her alcohol!? Azazel!"

"What are you looking at me for? For once, I'm actually innocent."

"Ara ara, Miho-chan was simply sitting down with us and watched, she was nowhere near any drinks."

"Wait a second, then she got drunk from the smell alone?" I watched her flush face buried into my school uniform, sniffing me and giggling silly. So my mate is weak to alcohol, that's new. Would asking her to raise her body temperature get rid of it like how Second-shishou did? Then again we're in public, she might burn her uniform.

"*Fuwa* Welcome home, let me take off your coat." She's gone into full wife-mode and grabbed my jacket before I could protest, she proceeded to press it to her face and sniffed, "Danna-sama's smell~ I love this smell~"

Miho didn't stop there and wore my jacket, flapping her arms a bit. A strange sight since it's slightly oversized for her. She then hugged herself in it, "Ehehe~ It's too big after aaallll~"

*Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap**Snap*

Before I literally knew it, my hand automatically turned on my iphone and took multiple pictures of the angel in front of me. No wait, she's a salamander. Regardless, I added them to favorites.

In the corner, Koneko grumbled petulantly about she's suppose to be the cute one.

Miho drank the cup of warm water I gave her, calming her after she heated up her body, "Thank you danna-sama, I feel much better... Nothing embarrassing occurred in my imbibed state did it?"

"Um..." I showed her the pictures and videos, she burned up in shame.

"Pl-please delete those!"

"Do I have to? You look so cute." Swiping to the next video, "Except for the part where you whipped Issei's butt on fire with your threads for ogling at you, I don't mind that however."

She fidgeted nervously before moving to my ear, whispering slowly yet sensually, "Delete those and I will perform whatever acts your heart desires."

That is a very good deal, especially when she's pressing her voluptuous chest to me. Doubt I can think of anything cuter than what a drunk Miho would do, though I can't deny a request from her regardless, "There, done."

"Tee hee." She kissed my cheek affectionately and gratefully, her hand sliding down to my south, "There is no one except us, nothing will interrupt us."

"What about Rias and the girls coming to sleep with us later?"

Her mood evaporated, "Bothersome women."

Chuckling sheepishly, "It's not as easy to get private time as I thought with most of the ORC staying like this. There is still something, do you want take a bath with me?"

"E-eh?"

"I d-did say 'next time' this morning, or do you not-"

"Yes! Absolutely! Most certainly! Let's go."

My mate happily pulled my arms, guiding us off our bed and to the bathroom. We began to undress, my heart pounding at seeing her shapely curves until I saw her tenderly storing the hairclip I bought for her. A playful smirk spread across her face as she took off her underwear, giving me a brief flash before wrapping up with a towel. I quickly grabbed my own towel and went in first, doing my best to not perv on her.

"Danna-sama, please sit down. I will wash your back."

"O-oh, okay."

While I washed my hair, she scrubbed my back. Her soft hands travelled from my shoulders to my waist, cleaning every nook and cranny. My blood pressure shot up when I felt a pair of softness moving up and down against my back, 'Wha-wha-wha-hua-hua 太好了!'

Oops, slipped into my mother tongue for a second. Is Miho trying to get me hard on purpose? She's been cleaning me longer than necessary. Two can play that game!

"Thanks Miho, time to switch."

"Eh? Th-there's no need. It is my duty as your maid to serve you."

Smirking, my face close the distance to peer at hers, "Then what about my duty as your mate to serve you?"

A quiver of shock and pleasure raced across her body, suddenly weak to my words as her eyelids and body slackened, "As you command danna-sama."

Why do I get the feeling that I just brainwashed her? We exchanged positions, this time my hands were touching her flawless skin, cleaning her back. Maybe it was because of me intentionally paying her back or maybe it was because I was aroused, but the sensation of her body on my hands was very good for some reason.

From her shoulders, fingers traced down her slender form. A moan escaped when I rubbed her side boob. I didn't even mean to do that, her breasts were so big that my hands made contact the moment they reached her sides. Aside from that, she didn't show any distaste so I continued to her midback, underboob and waist. The appendages had to turn often due to all the feminine curves.

With her nice smell, the way her damp hair sticking to her body, and my digits experiencing the perfect blend of smoothness and softness, I'm actually getting harder than before, 'What is this impossibility!? I was supposed to get back at her but she only made me hornier! She's not even doing anything! How can Miho be so innocent yet erotic at the same damn time!?'

The fascination of sensing my mate's back halted when I pressed the area around her shoulder blades, "Miho, are your shoulders stiff recently?"

"They do feel slightly sore now that you have mention it." Her arms went to support her massive breasts, "Perhaps my chest have contributed to it."

Guess girls with big tits have their own problems, "Do you want me to give you a massage later?"

"Please do not trouble yourself, a good night's rest normally solves the problem."

"Miho, you don't have to be so keen on becoming my maid. I know you've worked hard for this and I'm proud of you, though it's okay to ask a little from me. You know, like you used to."

"Then what of your studies on dimension travel?"

"... Oh... So you noticed."

"Yes, not much progress has been made since we have returned from the Underworld. I did not wish to bother you with minor trivialities."

"To me, you are no triviality." I hugged her from behind, warming each other's body and hearts, "You mean everything to me. I was just taking a little break after all that training."

"What has been occupying your time if not for researching a way home?"

I bit my lower lip, should I tell her the reason and risk Miho blaming herself?

"There is no reason for you to tell me if you are uncomfortable." Her hands went to grasp mine, "Whether it may be the burden of knowing the future, or the anxiety about your hybrid status, or something else entirely, I will remain with you forever. I understand that you put try to your best for everyone despite your uncertainties. You may perceive your intentions as selfishness, but your resolve to act has slowly yet surely touched the hearts of everyone. My feelings and thoughts of you have not changed since then so please, do not forget your pride. Be the you that you wish to be."

*Badump**Badump**Badump*

"... I..." I unconsciously held her closer, "I was... studying... about salamanders."

She spun around, dumbfounded with eyes wide open, "What?"

"To learn everything I can about you and... how to make you happy. You've always been there for me, so I wanted do everything I can for you."

"So that is how you knew about the mating ritual. Th-then about my lifespan..."

"Yeah, I know about that too." Miho was ashamed until I held her hand. We were locked in an intense gaze, sensing strong emotions and neither of us were willing to break it, "And I was also reading about devil society. Miho, will you reincarnate into a devil and join my peerage once I become a High-class devil? It's okay if you're against it, I only want to be with you as long as possible. Every second means- Miho!?"

Tears uncontrollably flowed down her eyes. Miho touched her face, the falling liquid finally registering in her mind. Shortly after, she covered her mouth before starting to weep right in front of me.

"Oh my god! Miho I'm so sorry! I d-didn't mean it! Please don't cry!"

A pair of lips crashed into my own, silencing me from panicking further. The pinkette smiled brightly, futilely wiping her tears as more kept coming, "No, I'm happy, so very happy. To think you have thought so much for me."

"For you, I will do it a million times over and anything else."

"Including delaying your reunion with your family?"

"It's not like knowledge regarding space and time is enough. Besides, you are also my family now."

My mate continued sniffling, closing in to kiss me once more. All her emotions poured into her action, flooding me with so much warmth to convey her everlasting love for me.

Pulling back, Miho stood up with pride and dignity despite her naked form, "I, Asahina Miho, once again swear eternal fealty to you as your familiar, maid, and mate. No matter what perilous journeys you must adventure, I will loyally accompany your side. Whatever orders you may give me, I will accomplish them as you command. Therefore, please do not hesitate to seek my aid."

I rose as well to reciprocate her feelings, "I, Tan Han Wei, am glad and forever grateful to have you in my life. Whether it may be for battle or during my private life, I accept all of you and will grant you happiness regardless of any circumstances. I love you with all my heart and swear to never let you go."

Cupping her cheek, our faces inched forward and delivered another passionate kiss. We could feel our devotion for one another without putting them into words and we knew this would not be the last time to deepen our bond. Eventually, we finished our baths and Miho wasn't bothered in the least when Rias and the others came to sleep together, though she did make sure to stay directly next to me.

There will be bumps and changes along the way but one thing is for sure, our love will never change.

Jigen: Yeah, you'll need to wait for a while for that.

Guest at Chapter 43: Thanks.

AN: Sorry for the late update, been hooked on Ys 8 and school is really kicking in so the next chapter will also be late. Not sure if I'm doing too much but I wanted to show what Daisuke's and Miho's love life is like from now on. Meh, whatever. Hope you all like it. Please leave a review and tell me what you think.

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