Chapter 63: Field Trip

"There are so many people here." Asia spoke out timidly yet excitedly, "Is that our train?"

"Judging by our tickets, it definitely is."

At Tokyo Station, a bullet train which is going to take us to Kyoto is nearly arriving.

"Alright kids, listen up." Azazel called out, earning every second year students' attention, "Our train is coming. Don't push or rush it, there's plenty of seats for everyone. And if any one of you cause trouble, make sure nothing's on fire and don't let them know I'm your teacher. Sink or swim by yourself, I'm gonna nap."

For some reason, the 'fire' part felt like it was specifically mentioned for my wife.

Miho wore an affronted expression, pouting adorably, "I have not started a fire since we mated."

"I know you haven't." Mesmerized by the pinkette, I pecked her cheek to appease her

Seeing the Governor General's attitude, Rossweisse reiterated in a more formal and polite. The moment we entered the bullet train, a lively atmosphere erupted as friends talk about plans or explore the transportation. It looks pretty new and mordern, even the seats are comfortable to sit on.

Motohama held back his tears, "You do know we're separated by group right?"

"Yes."

Matsuda clenched his fists in frustration, "Then why are you sitting next to Miho-san?"

"Because she's my girl."

""Goddammit!""

Two of the Perverted Trio complained about unfairness in life, not that I care. I was too busy looking at my wife glancing at the train's interior with the curiosity of a child.

Sitting in front of us was Kiryuu and her group, the former snickered at Motohama and Matsuda's despair, "Give it a break you two. You should've known this would happen. They're glued together whenever they have the chance in school. What makes you think it's going to be different now?"

"Be quiet Kiryuu Aika! You don't understand how severe babe deficiency is! Seeing those two together all the time is worse than any pain we've suffered from the Kendo Club!"

"As males, we desperately seek beautiful women with huge knockers and there's already a guy in front of us with such a hot babe! Do you know what it's like to die of thirst from watching someone else drown!?"

If it weren't for the absences of their wooden swords, Murayama and Katase looked like they would've beat those two up immediately.

Ignoring the background noise, I watched Miho viewing past the window. Currently, we're out of the station and seeing more plant life. The change of scenery while riding a fast train was a different experience.

Grinning, "Miho, are you having fun?"

"Yes, it feels different than when we rode the train in the Underworld." My mate smiled widely, nestling into my arm, "We could only see the void and bright colors, though now the scenery repeatedly changes. The buildings come and goes- Ah, I see swans."

True to her word, a flock are swimming around on a large lake. We're travelling further and further away from urban city, far enough to see some animals here and there. For a normal person, this isn't exactly a glamorous sight. However, Miho lived in the Familiar Forest for most of her life, so this is a fresh experience for her. After all, she's only been in Kuoh and the Underworld, Kyoto must be like another world to her.

It's actually pretty endearing to see my wife so thrilled.

Motohama and Matsuda cried tears of blood, ""Goddammit, stop showing off how happy you are in front of us you baka couple!""

"At least one of the three idiots is behaving." Kiryuu noticed Issei silently sitting with his eyes closed, "So, have you two ever visited Kyoto before?"

"No, it will be fun to sightsee." I brought out a bag of chips, sharing with everyone, "How long will it take for us to get there again?"

"Not too long. Kyoto itself has a lot of places to visit, we won't be able to check out all of them though we might run into other classes. Did you guys know there are rumors of youkai living there?"

The Church Trio giggled, knowing more than the humans here, "They are monsters from japanese folklore correct? Do you think we can be friends with them?"

"If we can, then it'll be a huge scoop. Some rumors say they'll help guide you out of forests when you're lost, and the internet even has blurred shots of some weird creatures. Be careful of the bad ones though. Are you afraid of ghosts Irina?"

"No, I've had some experience handling them before. They're not as bad as people say if you aren't scared by them."

While the reincarnated angel casually answered, Kiryuu assumed it's just a joke and found it cute.

"You got any special places in mind Daisuke?"

"There is a shrine Miho and I want to visit, it's famous for blessing love to couples."

"Seriously, just get married already you two."

Little did she know, we already are. Miho giggled cutely at Kiryuu's exasperated visage, planting a smooch on my cheek just because she wants to.

"Ooooooppai- Oh, I'm getting the hang of this." Issei noted as he once again dived his subconscious into the Boosted Gear, finding it easier as he practiced, "Good day, I'm here to visit again."

Although the pervert politely greeted, he was replied with silence as usual, "Still the same as usual... I'd like to ask if you could tell me more about the Boosted Gear."

"..."

"Is there a trick to getting stronger? Am I using Ddraig's powers properly?"

"..."

"Juggernaut Drive?"

[Juggernaut Drive]

"That's literally all they say, I'm getting nowhere like this." The Pawn stared beyond the crowd and into the white space. No matter how hard he concentrated, it seems that the white space expands infinitely. Either that, or the walls are white too and he can't tell, it's actually giving him the creeps, "Do you have any hobbies to pass the time?"

"..."

An idea suddenly popped into his head. Since all they could say is Juggernaut Drive, maybe the past users will respond if Issei talks about it, "I, who am about to be awaken, am the Heavenly Dragon who has stolen the principles of domination from God..."

"Partner."

"It's okay Ddraig, I'm not going to say it all. I was hoping for a reaction from my senpais... it didn't work."

"Do not underestimate the anger and obsession induced into them by Juggernaut Drive. Twisted desire mixed into the chant should cause them to respond to your words. Nonetheless, chanting itself already poses a great risk to your life. Do not take it lightly."

A chill went down the pervert's spine, hearing the horrors of this forbidden power is scary enough. Issei took a seat on the ground, getting comfortable since he could be here for a while, "Come to think of it, what do the 'infinite' and 'dream' meant in the chant. I can understand the part about getting drunk on negative emotions, though what does it meant to sneer and despise?"

"They are referred to the Infinity Dragon, Ophis and Dragon of Dreams, Great Red."

"Who is that!?" Issei sprang up, shocked from the sound of a third voice.

"I am over here." Behind him was a mature blonde beauty in a full dress with a high slit, "I do not know what God was thinking when he made that chant, he appears to have a grudge against dragons."

"Woah, someone in here who is talking and smiling. And she's a beautiful woman with big oppai at that!" Issei ogled at the newcomer's generous chest until rationality returned, snapping him out of it, "A-ah, sorry about that. I wasn't expecting a senpai to talk to me, or anyone for that matter."

She giggled, finding this high school boy's healthy libido funny, "It's fine, I've been watching you for a while now. I must say, Oppai Dragon is definitely a spectacle I have never witnessed before in my lifetime. Right, Ddraig?"

*sniff* "Oh the humiliation..."

"At least it won't get boring anytime soon." The blonde beauty turned back to Issei, "It's good to meet you, you can call me Elsha."

"Elsha-san." He stood straight, speaking politely, "If you don't mind me asking, where have you been exactly? I walked around here several times and couldn't find any past users like you."

"Belzard and I were hiding in the depths of the Boosted Gear. Don't worry, you will learn how to enter there as you gain more experience." Elsha added after seeing the confusion in the current user's face, "There are still many secrets hidden within this Sacred Gear, you have only known Ddraig for roughly six months so do not be surprised about many more secrets to come."

"Okay..." Nodding slowly, the pervert pondered for a moment before asking, "Then why did you decide to come out now?"

"Mostly because I believe that you were not ready until now, I'm grateful towards Ddraig and that friend of yours from another dimension for not spoiling the details. Nonetheless, Belzard and I think it is time."

"By the way, who is Belzard-san?"

"The strongest male Sekiryuutei amongst all the past users. Incidentally, Elsha who is standing before you is the strongest female Sekiryuutei."

"Amazing." Receiving acknowledgement from the two strongest shook the current weakest, "So, can you give me a clue on how to control Juggernaut Drive?"

[Juggernaut Drive]

"That's starting to get really annoying."

Unfazed, Elsha continued the conversation, passing him a small yet ornamented chest, "This should lead you onto a new path, a path unique due to your potential within this box. However, if you wish to harness that power, you should learn to overcome the hatred and darkness from the past users. Tell me, how much do you know about it?"

Uttering 'Juggernaut Drive' would cause the others to speak the term annoyingly again, so Elsha avoided it. Issei furrowed his eyebrows, trying to recall what he knows, "Not much... All I understand is that the past users were drowned in power and now they're stuck like that."

"There is no shame in not knowing. Yes, that is correct but have you ever thought of the case for the first user of the Boosted Gear? If the curse is created by amalgamation of negative emotions, then how did the first user succumb to said curse when there were no negative emotions accumulated?"

Issei blinked, that makes a lot of sense. He paid rapt attention, this new information is pretty interesting to the current Sekiryuutei.

"Although unconfirmed, Belzard and I suspected that this all started by Ddraig's own negative emotions. When the first Sekiryuutei unleashed Ddraig's full power, the Heavenly Dragon's past emotions may have influenced his mind. With Ddraig's power, also comes with his spite and anger."

"Is that true Ddraig?"

"I don't know. Certainly, I was in a state of incredible rage and hatred when God struck my body and sealed my soul into this Sacred Gear. Nonetheless, I never had any intentions for this purpose nor to taint the minds of my partners."

"Sacred Gears are still a mystery to us, we do not know how they fully work exactly. From how we are chosen as hosts, to why they were created in the first place." Elsha continued, "This power unleashes Ddraig's full might as a Heavenly Dragon, so anyone who unlocks this naturally becomes much more powerful, powerful enough to raze the world to ashes even. Perhaps God placed this seal as a measure to prevent that, or maybe he wants someone to overcome the curse."

"Despite that, the curse is ever present and overwhelming, even now darkness may subtly spread within our hearts without our knowledge." Issei gulped at those words. "The first Sekiryuutei succumbed to that and became a prisoner to his own desires, even in death. As the next user is born, not only does the curse become stronger as negative emotions accumulate, the curse has also become a part of them just as it is a part of Boosted Gear."

"With more and more accumulation, it would be increasingly difficult to harness this power as your own. However, there is something different about you. Your devil physiology and outstanding obsession for breasts may achieve what we couldn't, unlocking a subspecies Balance Breaker is proof of that."

"That's a lot of expectations." The pervert was embarrassed of having his unhealthy addiction to oppai exposed. Hesitatingly, Issei asked, "Did the curse... get you too?"

Her polite smile faltered for a brief moment. Issei could see in his senpai's eyes that she's recalling unpleasant memories. After a minute of silence, Elsha answered, "Yes."

Only one word was stated, yet that one word carried enough emotion that Issei could feel the melancholy from it. The current Sekiryuutei looked at the box before looking back at his senior, "Elsha-san, I... won't lose to the curse. I'll definitely figure out to control this power."

"Good, the answer to harnessing this power already lies within you. Beelzebub gave you the key you need to unlock your potential. This box is not literal but a metaphor, a representation of the possibilities you can choose. Unlock it with the key and learn what you must accomplish. And don't forget, Belzard and I are always looking after you. I wish you best of luck."

Steeling his resolve, Issei envisioned a key and then it appeared, dropping into his hand. With a pounding heart, he inserted it into the keyhole and opened-

"Huh?" Issei found himself back in the real world, the bullet train bustling with students. His hands were void of anything, holding nothing except air, "What happened? Don't tell me I failed!?"

"No, you opened the box Elsha gave you. It was a success."

"Then..." Checking himself, the brunette couldn't feel any difference, "Now what? Is my potential already unlocked?"

"Who knows. Whatever was inside that box, it escaped out of the subconscious and roamed the land of the living."

"Whaaaattt!?" Confusion and fear gripped his heart, Issei sprung from his seat to search for his potential, "You got to be kidding me! I can't lose my potential!"

"Calm down. Your potential belongs to you and you only. With time, it will return back into your hands."

"It's not a lost pet!" If he lost it literally the moment he received it, Issei could never show his face to Elsha and Belzard, "Why did it even run away in the first place? How am I gonna- Gah!"

Panic propelled his head to painfully bump into a seat in mid-search. Issei clutched his head, though the bump did give him an idea, "That's it! Daisuke!"

Grabbing his friend's shirt, Issei pitifully shouted, "Daisuke! It's horrible! I lost my-"

Without even the smallest shift of his expression, the dimensional hopper handed the pervert a glowing red orb. Issei could feel it on an instinctual level, it was definitely his potential. He couldn't explain it, he just knew it the moment he saw it. Now that his dread died down, Issei sheepishly chuckled, "Oh, ha ha... Thanks buddy."

"No problem."

Issei assimilated back his potential, returning to his seat as he figures out how to get it to work. Meanwhile, Miho saw her mate's actions and asked, "Hanwei-sama, are you sure it is wise to alter this much?"

"Yeah, he'll get it to work sooner or later. Issei has come a long way compared to his original counterpart, his potential doesn't need to charge up. Besides," The Rook held back a chuckle, grinning, "it's either this, or his potential heightens everyone's libido for breasts and gets civilians arrested."

The salamander deadpanned at the information, exasperated by the pervert. Miho simply threw away her concerns and threw herself into her husband's chest.

[We will be arriving in Kyoto soon. I repeat, we will-]

At the announcers exclamation, we gathered up our bags and ready for Kyoto Station. Okay, maybe not all of us were ready.

For those we are new to Japan, the Church Trio and Miho who are comprised of a group were wide eyed at just how big the station is. It's definitely bigger and way more attracting than the station in Kuoh. People bustled with their own interests of sightseeing, holding maps in their hands with their lovers or family members. Bright electronic signs and numerous shops inside the station showed how developed and popular Kyoto is.

"So many snack shops! Should we buy some?"

"Many people walk yet none of them collide into each other."

"There is even a souvenir shop selling fans and keychains."

"We can call taxis here? That's so convenient."

"Everyone settle down. First and foremost," Rossweisse spoke calmly, revealing the most important news with seriousness that could silence all students, "the Hundred Yen shop is below Kyoto Station."

A lot of the male students find the beautiful teacher's weird quirk endearing.

"Our hotel is not far from Kyoto Station, please line up in an orderly fashion. We will reach there shortly."

Before setting off, I angled my camera to make sure the station is in background. While Motohama is already in charge of taking class pictures, I had a more specific purpose in mind.

With my hand wrapped around my mate's waist, Miho rested her head on my shoulder as I snapped a pic of us together. We checked the pic satisfyingly, another addition into our album. As Miho gazed at a new memory we made together, I couldn't helped but be enchanted by her happy gentle smile, my heart beating faster at the sight of my wife's flawless beauty.

"This is getting too much to watch, right Issei?"

Two of the Perverted Trio deadpanned at my affectionate acts. They turned to find their comrade only to see him surrounded by the Church Trio, who were either trying to catch Issei's attention or naturally snuggle into his personal space. Motomaha and Matsuda slammed their fists onto the ground.

We took a bus trip and 15 minutes later, I had a complicated visage as I read the name of the hotel.

"Kyoto Sirzechs Hotel. Can't believe I'm saying this but I'm glad that Azazel was the one who named Grand Wing." Similar to the hotel we live in, it's massive and the entrance already has our attention. Western themed entrance in the country of Japan showed off an exquisite feeling, "I heard there's another high class hotel. How do they handle the competition here?"

Miho smiled wryly at said other hotel. Outwardly, it was similar to the first, except for the magical girl statues posing in certain ways. There's also a huge sign saying 'Kyoto Serafall Hotel'.

"... That explains a lot."

Wide and spacious, many of the students were in awe of the hotel. Chandeliers, furniture, walls, etc. Everything they see are pristine and definitely not something ordinary people can stay in.

"Woah, is it really alright for us be here?"

"Yeah, even sleeping one night here must be expensive."

"Quite impressive, though Rias-buchou's home is still better." Xenovia commented, used to first rate life already, "Compared to Grand Wing which has a homey atmosphere, the Western design here is a breath of fresh air."

A scent of something delicious then caught everyone's attention. All heads shifted to the dining area and I can already see the students eyeing the wide variety of dishes. Whatever thoughts they had were gone, taken over by their instincts to eat yummy treats.

Clapping her hands to gain attention, "I know we just had a ride from the station and you are tired but before anything, take your belongings to your rooms first. It is free activities session until 5pm so you have to explore the hotel or anywhere near the Kyoto Station. Do not stray too far and return to your rooms by 5:30pm."

Not needing to be told twice, everyone grabbed the card keys to dump their stuff, me included, "See you later."

"Yes."

Miho went to the girl side, joining the other females who were either giggling at or admiring our relationship. I met up with Issei to the fourth floor and what I saw was a pleasant surprise.

"This place feels awesome." Issei inhaled the fragrant room, flinging himself onto the comfy bed, "I call dibs on this one."

"Don't fall asleep, we're planning for a little trip remember."

"Yeah sure."

Ignoring his lazy wave, I admired the western room. Unlike the other prestigious accommodations we've stayed at, this one isn't too expensive to the point we would feel uncomfortable to use, yet good enough for us to stretch out and enjoy ourselves. Just within the perfect range for us commoners. A cozy place to sleep is a must for every trip.

Sure, Grand Wing is on another scale to this place in every aspect, though the shift of standards is relaxing to be honest. It was either medieval rooms that befits royalty for Kings from the past or japanese style tatami beds, now we get to try what western people sleep on every night. I opened the curtains, marveling Kyoto Tower in the distance before checking the mini fridge, "Hey, they got cola here."

Tossing one at the pervert, Issei easily caught it in his hands and he took a few gulps, "It's not that carbonated, wanna try some Daisuke?"

"Nah, I don't like these types of drinks. They got lemon tea here too." After savoring the sweet refreshing drink cooling me, "You noticed that our room is on another floor from the rest right?"

"Yeah, it's just us two on the whole floor. Did buchou set it up on purpose?"

"That's right." Sitting on a soft chair, "In an isolated room, we can have meetings and discussions without other people overhearing."

Issei paused his drinking, "Hold on, is something going to happen again? And during our long awaited field trip too?"

"Hopefully not. I've set some preparations with Azazel, and so far everything is normal. However, it's always good to be cautious. The others should be briefed about it by now."

"Are you kidding me!?" The Pawn threw his hands up in the air, slumping onto his bed. He vented out his frustrations and I can't blame him, this an event ony second year students get to enjoy once. I've seen him hyping himself up for the trip for a while now. "We barely beat that Loki and his crazy wolves! Can't we catch a break for once!?"

"I ask myself that question all the time." I smirked, elated that some good news came for a change, "Anyway, I think we can almost fully enjoy the trip or at least, not worry about being accused of abduction."

"Huh?"

"Original timeline. Enough of that, we're supposed to meet with the others."

Reluctantly getting up from the comfy bed, Issei caught up with me to the lobby. Motohama and Matsuda pointed a spot on the map, "Hey guys, Fushimi Inari is near Kyoto station, we can visit there and have enough time to make it back."

"Sounds good. It's one of the famous tourist attraction in Kyoto. We'll wait for the girls."

"And we'll inform the teachers where we'll go."

"Look at these accessories, they are so cute."

"Pictures of foxes and even small fox-shaped ornaments."

"Should we buy some back as souvenirs?"

The Church Trio were checking out the stalls on our way to the shrine. Asia was holding a cute fox-shaped statue while Xenovia and Irina were each holding a fan with a fox picture on it. Food and accessories were also displayed for people to watch.

As the girls were enamoured with the paraphernalia, Motohama and Matsuda were gratefully praying for receiving such blessing despite not being at the shrine yet, "Kuh, when will we be able to watch such beauties so close like this again?"

"Especially with their natural beauty on max level! Gorgeous babes laughing and smiling so joyfully and we get front-row seats to all of it."

Both of them were so blissful to the point they started stifling, and the stifling then turned to passionate crying. They even began to hug each other for some reason, "Motohama, do you remember how long we have suffered!?"

"That's right Matsuda! All the girls in Kuoh Academy were so close yet so far! All those times when we can only watch from afar!"

"Left and right, all we saw were babes we could talk to, though they didn't even give us chance. We were labelled as perverts or creeps, they just don't understand us!"

"We were only enthusiastically appreciating the female bodies! What other form of admiration could surpass ours!? We were abused and never had a chance to explain!"

"But now..."

"But now..."

Motohama and Matsuda exclaimed simultaneously, gazing at the Church Trio, "Asia's innocent cute beauty with her feminine body full of potential!"

"An explosive yet confident body coupled with Xenovia's forwardness!"

"As well as a charm and attractiveness only Irina could provide!"

""But most importantly, their huge knockers swaying every time they make the slightest movement! We thank god for giving us this chance to get close to these girls!""

"Issei-san, what do you think of this little one? Should I buy it?"

"Issei, what do you think of this bracelet? Does it look good on me?"

"Issei, could you help choose which of these two is better with me?"

The two perverted idiots, who were still hugging each other, froze as the Church Trio were frolicking around Issei and only Issei. The girls even forgot that there were other people in their group. With the Pawn not around his fallen angel girlfriend during the trip, they are seizing every chance they could get to close the distance, smiling charmingly while subtly pushing their bodies closer to him.

As for Issei, he was overwhelmed by such attention, cluelessly wondering what's gotten into the girls. Regardless, he was happy to help out his friends and did his best to give all of them attention. He even asked them what would be good for Raynare.

Motohama and Matsuda tragically fell to the ground, slamming their fists in emotional agony, "Goddamit, why is it always Issei!"

"What does he have that we don't! We're just as scummy and perverted as him! When is our popular phase!?"

"Can you believe this Daisuke!? He's shamelessly hogging all the babes to himself!"

I stopped paying attention to them a while ago, treating their voices as background noises. Miho mattered the most to me. A silvery-white hair clip with fox pawprints on them caught my eye, "Hey Miho, what do you think of this?"

"How cute? Do you like this design Hanwei-sama?"

"A little. I thought it would look good on you." My wife is still has the blue hair clip I bought for her a few months ago, keeping her half-ponytail together, "Let me get you something. You've been wearing the same hair clip everyday."

"Your thoughtfulness means much to me Hanwei-sama but this blue hair clip holds a special place in my heart, it is my favorite color." Miho shyly touched her hair clip, tinting red, "Do you know why I fell in love with the color blue?"

"No, this is the first time I've heard of it."

"Because it reminds me of your eyes." Miho whispered out low, blushing harder while covering her mouth. Her pink eyes peeking up at me, "It was what I first saw when you saved me that day."

"Oh..." Embarrassed, I struggled to not impulsively say anything stupid in front of my mate. I could practically feel the fluff in the atmosphere between us, "I love you too."

In the end, we decided to buy a pair of matching fox masks and took a picture with my camera, creating another memory together.

By the time we reached the entrance to Fushimi Inari, Motohama and Matsuda were crying tears of blood while screaming about injustice in their love-less life. We strolled faster to get away from them, they were beginning to draw attention from other tourists.

As we walked to the shrine, the dozens of torii above our heads made us feel like we're still indoors. Walking step by step, the light cast above us dimmed and brightened alternately due to the shadows cast by the structures. Each time we walked under a torii, a sensation of traveling to another world engulfed us. Don't know how it works, they just emit some sort of a mystical feel.

Fushimi Inari, a pathway existing on the mountains which lead us to a shrine. The shrine have a history for having fox youkais as guardians or messengers, which is why statues of foxes are built along the pathway, acting as watchers or guides to anyone passing through. According to the pamphlet, Fushimi Inari Shrine has ancient origins, predating the capital's move to Kyoto in 794.

Never visited the Kyoto in my world, but it should be near identical in the DxD verse except for the actual fox youkai.

A lush forest, with sturdy trees and green bushes, surrounded the torii. Although Kuoh has nice greenery, the vegetation here are on another level, you can tell from the fresh atmosphere and how healthy it is by just a glance. Light filtered through the leaves, shining down rays as bright as diamonds falling from the sky. It's an amazing blend between nature and the history of ancient structure.

Miho definitely likes it. She has a relaxed smile while gracefully appreciating the forest, her steps gentle and slow to take in everything.

I smirked, "Are you having fun?"

"Yes, I had no idea such nature exist in a big city. As a salamander, I am quite delighted here."

"Maybe you're more in tuned with it since you were born so close to nature."

This is the life, trekking with arms linked to Miho while sightseeing new places. This would be perfect if it wasn't the fact that I could feel youkai ki around us. Issei and the others haven't noticed yet, mostly because they aren't emanating any hostility. It's more like they are making sure devils aren't causing trouble in their territory instead of trying to kill us.

"Hanwei-sama."

"Ignore them for now. We can't cause trouble in another territory. As long as we have the passes Rias gave us, we'll be safe."

Japanese windchimes echoed, sending out soft vibrant 'pring' sounds. Irina pointed merrily at said windchimes with a smile.

An seemingly endless number torii were in front of us. Whether we picked a path at a fork on the route or stopping for a quick water break, it feels like we're walking into another world.

"Ha-... Hoo-... Guys... Can we... take a break?"

"Again?" Matsuda whined, watching Motohama panting and supporting himself with his knees, "Even Asia-chan is doing better than you. Come on, try to man up."

"You think you'd be healthier considering all the running just to escape from the kendo girls." Raising a brow at the other pervert, "How are you still doing fine?"

A smug grin appeared on the baldy, "As a former jock and school sports star back in junior high school who broke multiple records, this level of hiking is a cinch."

"Seriously? You've been complaining about not getting girls when you're a former athlete? Why quit that and join the photo club when you have a better chance by playing on the field?"

"Such heresy! You may not understand but the female body is an art gifted by God. How else should I treasure women other than eternalizing them in photos?"

I deadpanned, "You know, this is probably my fault for even asking that."

"Sorry, I'm going ahead first." Issei took off at a steady pace, going for the summit.

"What's with him?"

"Let's just say he's gotten familiar with mountains since summer vacation."

"What does that mean?"

"Never mind, I'm going too." Signaling the pinkette wordlessly, I followed behind the Pawn while Miho watches over the others. Nothing bad should happen, though you can never be too cautious.

Arriving at an old shrine, I hid at a spot in the foliage. I don't think the youkai managed to track me, yet better safe than sorry. This is where I know whether the situation goes south or not. If it does, I'll grab Issei and flash out of here.

There is one question in my mind, why did Issei go ahead in canon?

With hands clapped, the Pawn faced the shrine, "Please let me finally do naughty things with Yuuma-chan. And also please let me touch all sorts of oppai and become the Harem King-"

Oh right, so nobody could hear his outrageous wish (￣_,￣ )

"-even though Yuuma-chan keeps coming, I'm always wimping out at the end. Please give me the courage to climb to adulthood, and I also wish my future harem members can get along well together-"

Maybe I shouldn't be eavesdropping. Since nothing happened, it's safe for me to go back-

"You are not from Kyoto."

Dammit, spoke too soon.

Issei stopped his prayers, widening his eyes in stupor at the sight of a little girl sitting on top of the shrine. The girl is wearing a traditional miko outfit, has golden blonde hair and an adorable expression, swinging her legs while watching the Sekiryuutei. Nevertheless, what really shocked Issei was a pair of fox ears and a fox tail on said girl.

"A fox youkai? Don't tell me..." Guilty, the pervert crossed his arms defensively, "I'm being cursed for making perverted wishes, aren't I!? I know it's not appropriate but I heard shrines are for praying for wishes to come true. I didn't mean to make you mad."

"Hm? What wish are you speaking of?"

"O-oh, I-I was wishing for good health."

'Good health for your libido that is.' Shaking my head, I stayed hidden to watch how this unfold.

"You are a devil?"

"Yes." His Kyoto Pass was brought out. Whenever a situation occurs, he was told to present this to the locals, "I'm a student from Kuoh Academy, my friends and I received permission to come as tourists. We're just here to sightsee."

The youkai jumped down to meet Issei, reaching slightly above half his height. She bowed as a greeting, "I know, I was told this would happen just like last year. My people told tales of your feat and kindness. Curiosity got the best of me and I found myself wanting to meet such a great devil."

"Great devil?" Scratching his head, Issei was embarrassed from the little kid's praises, "Me? I know a lot of people heard of us, though I didn't think the youkai would too."

"Ah, my apologizes for a late introduction. My name is Kunou, a fox youkai and daughter of the current leader of the West Youkai Faction."

A lot of pressure was suddenly added onto the devil. Doing his best not to offend such an important figure, "I'm Issei Hyoudou, a Pawn and servant of Rias Gremory, but right now I'm just a highschool student on a field trip. I hope to get along with you."

"Such a strong aura and kindness, I knew it. You are the one from the rumors." Kunou became increasingly excited, her tails wagging, "I heard many great stories of your courage and contribution. You are..."

Straightening his back, Issei did his best to appear as a reliable noble senior in front of the little girl, "That's right, I am-"

"You are the Aoi Arashi!"

"-the Seki- Wait, what?" Issei did a double take, backing up from the stars in Kunou's eyes, "I'm sorry, could you repeat that?"

Not gonna lie, I was about to bust my gut laughing.

"The Aoi Arashi!" Her eyes were twinkling, "Without your help, we would've been in grave danger, you really saved us."

'What does she mean by that?'

"What do you mean by that?" Issei is as puzzled as me, neither he nor I remember saving any youkai.

"You have no need to be modest. The Governor General of Fallen Angel told us everything."

Figures Azazel couldn't keep his mouth shut. Sighing, I walked up to them to clear some misunderstandings, "Issei."

"Daisuke, you're here. Where's everyone else?"

"They're coming soon." Smiling at the little fox, "Hello there, I'm Daisuke."

"Is he your friend Aoi Arashi-san?"

"About that..." Issei tried to hide his wry smile, gesturing me with his hands, "This is my friend, we're on a field trip together. And he's the Aoi Arashi."

Kunou curiously peered at us, from Issei to me and back to Issei, "But his aura is at an average human's."

I need to be smart about manipulating my demonic magic, the youkai here might sense that I'm actually half devil instead of a reincarnated one. Letting out some power to detectable levels, "That's because I'm camouflaging my energy. It would be problematic if anyone more powerful than High-class devils carelessly exerts himself."

"Beautiful..." Kunou whispered at the gentle blue zephyr blowing from me, fluttering her hair. Then she snapped out of it, panicking, "Ah! I'm so sorry, I became confused and mixed you two up. I didn't mean to be rude."

"It's okay." By the time I lowered my demonic magic, Miho and the others have arrived, "Guys, over here."

Behind them were youkai, speeding around us and landing behind Kunou, "Kunou-sama, you know you should not leave your home. Aoi Arashi-dono, we apologize for any trouble."

"There was no trouble at all." I turned to the girls, not seeing the two perverts anywhere, "What happened to Motohama and Matsuda."

Miho had a mischievous smile, "Well..."

"Why do I have to wait for Matohama to catch his breath?"

"Yeah, I'm not even that tired anymore!"

"You are his friend, are you not? You must make sure he does not overexert. Moreover, I need to catch up to my beloved Hanwei-sama."

"Mutiny! Mutiny we say! We deserve to be with beautiful women as well!"

Temperature rose, making the two gulp in fear. While Miho still has her polite charming smile, here eyes are not smiling at all, waving out intimidation similar to that of a grey haired head maid's, "What was that?"

"We mean we follow your every command! Go find Daisuke and whatever your heart desires! Pleasedonthurtus!"

"Thank you for your consideration."

"... They are taking in the sights."

"Aoi Arashi-dono." One of the fox youkais stepped up, she's dressed in a traditional miko outfit with a larger obi than the others. She must be the leader of the group, "While we have already pass the message to the Governor General, please allow me to ask you directly."

For some reason, my gut says this could be trouble in more ways than one, "Ask for what?"

"Please grant an audience to Yasaka-sama."

"Daisuke, what did you do this time?" After dinner, we had a meeting with the rest of the non-humans in a secret room, and Issei wasted no time asking, "Maous are one thing, though why is the leader of youkais in Kyoto want to see you?"

"That's what I want to know. Yasaka-san shouldn't have an interest and let us be like last year's trip, unless some crow with a big mouth did something." I drawled the last part, side eyeing Azazel, "Well?"

"Oh, nothing much." He polished his nails with his fancy suit, "Except for the part where I mentioned that you wanted to pass information about Khaos Brigade's ambush and how much you want to save such a beautiful damsel in distress."

"Those better not be the exact sentence."

Azazel shamelessly flashed a brilliant smile, "Word for word. And put down your sword, you're paying if anything happens to Sirzechs' hotel."

My eyes twitched as I stored back Dream Sword. Taking a deep breath, "Screwing around aside, why me? It would be more believable if the Governor General himself said he's the one helping."

"Let's just say Yasaka and I go way back and we're kind of in a dicey situation."

"You tried to peep on her, didn't you?"

"Can you blame me? She the foxiest MILFs of all MILFs."

"Do you have a picture of her- I mean, what is Khaos Brigade planning to do?" Issei quickly corrected himself upon my flat expression, "It must be pretty big."

"In the original timeline, Daisuke disclosed that they successfully kidnaped Yasaka and used her to attract Great Red. I had to drop some hints without giving away the future too much. Fortunately, Yasaka thought it wouldn't hurt upgrading the surveillance and they actually found members. After that, their curiosity about the Aoi Arashi grew, even more than when you literally shook the world."

"Guess they must be wary after my fight against one of the Top 10 Strongest. So they're assessing whether I'm a threat?"

"More like they want to get to know the big shots better before deciding to have peace with the devils. Currently, we're having slow progress, but Khaos Brigade might change that. We can use them as a purpose and band together for a common goal."

"But that is a good thing right?" Asia beamed, wafting out innocent pureness, "Hanwei-san helped the youkai, so they are grateful and want to be friends."

It was hard for anyone in the room to deny the blond's optimism. Rossweisse coughed, "It is certainly possible. Hanwei-san's good reputation is spreading everyday. Odin-sama has sang his praises and contributions, so the youkai may have heard of his good impressions. Furthermore, I doubt they would want to make an enemy of such a powerful individual as well."

"As you become stronger, the scale of power balance is also shifting. Sirzechs, Michael and I are scrambling about to make sure the balance doesn't collapse too bad. Regardless, clear a portion of your schedule for tomorrow, all of us here are gonna see the leader of the West Youkai Faction. Serafall Leviathan, Saji and the other Student Council members will be there as well."

The meeting concluded. After saying goodnight to Miho, Issei and I went back to our room. Nervous, the former asked, "You think there's gonna be any trouble?"

"Knowing our luck, yes." I shrugged my shoulders, reaching our room, "However, we haven't picked up any readings from Khaos Brigade in Kyoto, security is heighted to max level, and Yasaka-san is safe. There shouldn't be anything, so let's enjoy our trip for now. We deserve a few days to unwind from the supernatural."

"You got that right. Peace is the best." Issei then shuffled suspiciously, his whole body on edge, "Anyway, I'm in the mood for a drink from the vending-"

"Denied."

"What!? You didn't let me finish."

"I know you're gonna peep on the girls while they're in the public bath. My wife is there and I'm not letting you through the door."

Issei hurriedly went for the windows, only to stop when he saw my clones tightly guarding them, "Right, like I didn't see that coming. And in case you're wondering, my clones have already knocked Motohama and Matsuda out five minutes ago."

"You fiend!" His instincts were kicked into overdrive, subspecies Calamity Mail manifesting around him. He knew getting past me would be difficult and holding back is not an option, "I should've known my greatest rival to becoming the Harem King would also be my greatest obstacle. Be it tornadoes or shurikens, bring them on! This is something I cannot compromise with!"

"Greatest obstacle? I'm only making sure you're not leaving. If Miho finds out about this, you'll be carbonized without a chance to explain." I glared, pointing a finger at him, "Stand down down while I'm playing good cop, training Riser has given me a good grasp of how desperate you perverts are and I'm won't go easy this time."

"That won't stop me for long!" Issei exclaimed confidently, preparing for the worst, "It doesn't matter if it's you or anyone else. Peeping is what lits the fire in my soul, a man's romance can never be denied. Give it your worst Daisuke! I'm not going down this time!"

"Don't say I didn't warn you. E hem." Clearing my throat, I opened the door and called out, "Okay, you can come in now."

Naturally, the gung ho pervert was befuddled by his rival's actions until a certain hot fallen angel walked in. Issei was so dumbfounded that he undid his Balance Breaker, "Yu-Yu-Yuuma-chan!? What are you doing here?"

"Hanwei thought you might have a lot of pent up frustration, so he teleported me here just to meet you." Rayanare sauntered sexily, the high cut skirt showing off her thicc thighs. Her finger was placed under Issei's chin, lifting his head to lock gazes, "And here we are, with no one... to bother us."

"Gulp." Issei said 'gulp' and actually gulped at the same time. His eyes were swimming to see Daisuke and his clones already gone, "You want to cuddle?"

"Cuddle? Why settle for something so simple?" A light push easily toppled the pervert onto the bed. With Raynare on top of him and pinning him down, her boyfriend has no where to escape. She tugged her blouse, revealing more and more skin, "I've been waiting a long time for this~"

Blood was rushing to his head, flustering the Pawn greatly. Issei is genuinely happy and turned on yet this was happening a bit too abruptly. How did wanting to go peeping went to this?

"Wait wait! Maybe we should go slower? Or maybe go to another hotel? We barely went second base."

"And whose fault do you think it is? You always pass out from nosebleeds every time my bare tits got into your face."

"I-I-I just thought that there's no need to rush. We haven't even gone on a romantic trip together or talk about our future. And what about condoms?"

The lascivious smile gradually drooped, her eyelids lowered as a melancholy set on her visage. Raynare backed up, right hand touching left arm as she turned her head away. A low barely audible mutter escaped, "I knew it. I'm not good enough, am I?"

"What!? That's ridiculous! Of course I want to do it with you."

"Then why aren't you making any moves on me? Is it because you can't get horny enough without a harem of women? Am I not sexy enough to take your first time."

"No no... It's just that I..." Issei mentally slapped himself, disbelieving that his own lack of tact is causing this, "I... I'm just a bit scared. I know I always talk about and stare at oppai, but I care about your happiness more than my horniness."

Firmly grabbing her arms, the Sekiryuutei gaze deeply into her mesmerizing violet eyes, "You're my first love and my first girlfriend, so I didn't want to let my stupidness mess up our relationship. You're hot, confident, and a beautiful woman with huge oppai. To be honest, I think you're too good for me and that made me hesitate, but that stops now."

"Really? So it's not because of me?"

"Never."

"And you accept for who I am?"

"Absolutely, whether it's the past, present or future, you'll always be in my heart. Nothing can ever change that. Yuuma-chan, I want to touch you and do it right now. I'll make you my woman."

"In that case..." The previously melancholy melted as if it was all an illusion, "I'll also make you mine."

Standing up, Raynare quickly stripped every layer of her clothing. Since she's standing up, her womanhood is right in front of Issei's face, which also meant that her fat thick meat slapped his cheek the moment it was released from it's restraint.

It took a few seconds for Issei to process what was touching him, "... Hmmm?"

"Do you like it? I can give you a pleasurable experience no other woman can. Your front and back will be very satisfied by a hermaphrodite like me."

"YOU'RE A FUTA!"

Before Issei could run in fear, Raynare flipped him over and aggressively ripped his pants off, putting his ass on bare display. She licked her lips and positioned her dick, "Finally."

"Waitwaitwaitwaitwait!"

"Didn't you say no more waiting? Or was accepting me for who I am a lie?"

"Well... no-"

"Then here I come."

As his butt got violated, a strange and almost painful sensation overwhelmed his rectum as tightness came in. Issei howled in fear and despair throughout the night, not getting a wink of sleep.

I watched Issei's face souring as my Tenkugan deactivated. A proud smirked is etched on my face as I watch him squirm. "Whelp, the genjutsu should knock him out for the rest of the night."

My clones nodded in agreement, "What do you think he's dreaming about?"

"Who cares, we warned him yet he still stubbornly protested. Hopefully Issei will learn his lesson though I doubt it. At least now Miho can use the public baths without worrying about perverts crawling around."

"At any rate, you two keep an eye on him in case he breaks free of the illusion." Picking my phone and hotel card key, I went outside, "I'm gonna go make a phone call."

AN: I know it's been a while, but I can't do anything about my working life. That and I've been reading light novels and gaming instead of writing. I can't promise any faster updates so might as well get used to this current pace. Anyway, hope you all like it. Please leave a review and tell me what you think.

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