("…Gotta get back…back to the past…Samurai Jack.") There's nothing but a black screen.
("I've finally returned to the past and defeated Aku.") The scene then goes down to reveal Jack. His silhouette all white with a white shadow behind him, standing in the dark with his back turned towards the viewer.
("But, I still feared for the future.") Jack is then shown looking out at the horizon from the balcony of his castle, pink Sakura leaves falling all around him and his empire. The scene then changes to show an opening in a snowbound forest with towering trees.
("Though he's gone, his shadow still remains.") The camera turned slowly to the right and stopped when it shows Jack meditating on the snow-covered ground, with his right side facing the viewer. There's then a close up of the sheathed Sword, as the blade is pulled from the scabbard.
("Though I will not be around, I will not let the nightmare return.") The scene focuses only on the Sword's blade, as reflection of Jack's eyes was shown in the metal for a moment, before Aku's eyes replaced them.
("With a simple goal, the Sword was passed down to eldest child of the eldest child.") Jack's silhouette, with the sword in hand, stands on top of a hill looking at his home from a distance. But then the scene changes to where there was a woman standing in Jack's place, looking at another city of the in the 19th century.
("To be passed down throughout the times.") The scene fades into another one, this time to a man looking at a city set ablaze in the night, as American bombers fly overhead during World War 2.
("So that if Aku does comes back, there's hope.") Again, the scene changes. But this time shows Kenny's silhouette looking at Kuoh. The city lit by its neon lights in the night atmosphere.
("I've placed my faith in him, and those around him.") Kenny was now sitting on the ground and leaning against a tree while looking up at the silhouette figure a familiar young woman. The screen suddenly goes black.
("His name is Kenny Kurosawa, the Red Dragon Samurai.") Then the title burns itself into the scene, glowing red as it shines in the dark.
The Red Dragon Samurai
Episode XXIV
"Kenny and the Three Factions"
With Akeno leading, Kenny and Michael headed to the main shrine.
Arriving inside the quite large main shrine, the Devils sat down on the wooden floor while the Angel remained standing. Akeno sat on the side between Kenny and Michael, with her lips in that lovely smile and her eyes closed. The black-haired teen sat facing Michael, while also being at a good few feet away. The Sword was back in its sheath, but Kenny took the scabbard out of the shinai bag. Placing both in front of him at a horizontal angle, with the Sword resting on top of the bag.
As the seconds dragged on, Kenny scanned the man before him intently. From his feet, all the way up to the halo that was the proof of him being an Angel. He's also learned from Rias was that these beings had wings with white feathers. But Michael's wings were gold. Could that have been his symbol of leadership in the Angels.
But if that was the case, then what was he doing here?
Suddenly he felt an unknown surge of power and it tingled his skin. What was this aura? It was full of danger signals, that Kenny was about to grab for the Sword. However, he looked at Akeno. She dropped her calm expression by only opening her eyes. She shook her head. Telling him not to do it.
Kenny hesitantly cooperated. Besides, he didn't think the blonde Angel was causing it.
Then a large mass of light appeared in front of Kenny and Michael.
Kenny gazed at it with wide eyes as the light faded about a second later. In the light's place a sword that was floating and oozing with holy aura. Its appearance was similar to a European sword with a guard that resembled four golden dragon claws sticking upwards, a grey hilt, a red diamond design imprinted on it surrounded by four blue lines that curved slightly and a golden pommel in the shape of a cone-like arrow. The blade was also notched three times on both sides near the bottom and the fuller, which reached slightly above the notches, had a gold edge in the shape of a large pearl and the rest was colored purple.
Just seeing the design of it, and the holy aura coming off of it, since Kenny had come to see Excalibur and Durandal, he knew that this sword was a Holy Sword.
"Behold, young samurai," said Michael after a long silence from him. "This is Ascalon. This Holy Sword has also earned another name; Dragon Slayer."
Now Kenny really wanted to grab his weapon, but resisted the temptation and urge. "Helluva nickname," he commented, mostly to ease himself.
"It is a name that sword's previous wielders quite capably earned. Many dragons fell to the power contained in this blade."
That would explain why he was feeling on edge. But why would he show the sword to him? Kenny felt like he was being targeted by the Arc Angel. So, before Akeno react, Kenny grabbed the Sword, stood up, and drew the blade. He also used it to summon his Boosted Gear.
"Fear not, Kenny Kurosawa, for you're in no danger and I'm not here to steal the Sword," Michael said with a gentle voice. But Kenny wasn't too satisfied. He may not have been the cause of it, but if he was the one in charge of God's faction, then he's also held responsible for many things. For example, letting the followers of Aku infiltrate the Church, and letting The Holy Sword Project to play out. Not to mention when Xenovia and Irina were sent to take the Sword from him.
"How can I know you're not lying," Kenny demanded, scowling at the Angel.
"Because, from on high, we're granting this weapon upon you as a gift," Michael replied, surprising Kenny. "In the hope that you might assimilate it into your Boosted Gear. By seeing that ancient sword and hearing of your victories in the past, I see that you truly are the descendant of Samurai Jack. And hope the might of Ascalon will give you the even more strength in times of tribulation."
So, it was a peace offering? Kenny had to admit he like the idea of having a second powerful sword. "That still doesn't example why you're doing this," he said.
"Hear me, child," Michael spoke. "The time has come for all of us to unite and work together. Or die trying. The Great War ended large scale fighting, but as you know, we still have small skirmishes. If this is allowed to continue, all will be brought to ruin. It is entirely possible a different power may attack us in all the confusion. And then there's the matter of you, young Kurosawa. With you and the reemergence of the Sword as Rias Gremory's Pawn, the First Legion of Darkness, and those they influence, and control are coming back out. Reactivating and plotting in the shadows of Heaver, Earth, and Hell. And this upcoming summit will provide us with a great opportunity to cooperate between the Three Great Powers. And in the end, forge an alliance. To put an end to years of senseless fight."
Kenny sheathed the Sword, but kept the gauntlet out. "Is it really possible?"
"It would not be the first time. Long ago, we all came together and fought as one. We had to end the destruction caused by the Red and White Dragons' battle. And now, we all must come together. For if we don't, Aku will win and the world will fall. The future will be his again," Michael said, sounding grim at the thought of Aku returning. "I beseech you, Red Dragon Samurai. Please. Help align the goals of the Three Great Powers."
Kenny stood there for a moment. So, Akeno turned her head to him and said, "Now, Kenny. This is the part where you accept his gift."
He nodded. If Michael was genuine about this, and if it was going to help unite the factions against Aku and his forces, then he'll take Ascalon.
Michael did a few simple motions with his hands, and the Holy Sword turned on its side, before floating closer to Kenny.
"Ddraig, is it even possible for me to assimilate this thing," Kenny asked his partner.
[The Sacred Gear follows the wants of its host. If that is what you desire, it can be done.]
"Then we'll get it done, partner," Kenny told him, his confidence in accomplishing the task restored. Michael and Akeno looked at him with pleased expressions.
[All right then! Focus all your thoughts on the Sacred Gear.]
Kenny followed the first step. He grabbed the handle of the sword and focused on invoking his Sacred Gear.
[Match your wavelength to the sword!]
Again, he followed Ddraigs instructions. Trying to combine the surge of Boosted Gear with the surge of the Holy Sword in his hand. By doing this, the weapon started to glow, as the holy aura flowed into the Sacred Gear. It passed through the Sacred Gear, and the sensation of a bad surge flowed into Kenny's body. However, slowly, it turned and became familiar.
A sensation as if it was being taken in by the dragon's power attacked him, causing Kenny to scream.
When it was over, after a red flash, Kenny looked at his gauntlet.
He gasped.
The gauntlet now had the blade of Ascalon growing out of the front portion of the back of his left hand.
"They merged!" Kenny breathed in amazement. He made a few quick and swift slashes, trying to get a feeling for the blade.
After confirming it, Michael clapped his hands. "I have done what I set out to do. And now I will take my leave," he said.
"Wait a minute," Kenny quickly said, reaching out a hand. "Please, I must ask you something. It's important."
"My apologies, but I haven't the time, child," Michael told him. "I'll gladly hear you out. When next our paths cross."
Kenny took a step forward. "Do I have your word?"
"Yes. You have my word. Farewell, Kenny." After saying that, Michael's wings opened, and his whole body was wrapped by light. A momentary flash of a light later, and the Chief of the Angels disappeared from the shrine.
Kurosawa sighed in disappointed and looked at his new blade. Mission accomplished, he guessed.
"Here's some tea," said Akeno, hold to him a cup of hot tea.
Kenny gratefully grabbed it. "Ah, thank you."
The two black-haired teens were in the shrine after Michael left. Despite being welcomed, Kenny couldn't help but feel like he was intruding on the grounds that Akeno lived in. After passing through a Japanese-style room, he was having tea in a room that looked like a tea ceremony room. Kenny remembered that to drink, he was going to have to turn the cup three times. So, he did just that, before taking a short sip. His face cringed a little after finding out it was bitter, which Akeno saw and she laughed in a low voice.
Clearing his throttle, Kenny sets the cup down on the tea tab they were sitting at and turned to Akeno. "So. You came to this place with Michael to do some kind of performance on Ascalon?"
"Yes. We conducted a ceremony here that tailored Ascalon's specifications to you," Akeno told him.
"Well…Thank you." Kenny smiled, but then it dropped. They were finally alone. Now seemed like the perfect time for him to try asking Akeno about the things he's wanted to know. Kenny breathed in deeply, preparing himself for the reaction—good or bad—that he may get from her. "Can I ask about something?"
"Yes, of course," she said with a pleasant smile.
Kenny felt terrible. What he was going to ask may make that smile he loved to go away. "It's about what Kokabiel said to you. About Baraquiel."
On his question, Akeno's expression changed to a slightly shocked one.
{Play music: Red vs Blue Season 10 OST – "Finding the Director"}
[Flashback]
From up above, a bolt of light comes down to her finger. With her attack ready, Akeno sent the lightning towards Kokabiel. However, Kokabiel quickly covered himself with his many wings, shielding himself for the lightning.
"Could it be she who possesses the power of Baraqiel is trying to fight," Kokabiel asked.
"Don't speak his name." Akeno demanded, continuing to use lightning. She then widened her eyes in total fury, with the pupils become slit-like shape. "I AM NOTHING LIKE THE CREATURE!"
[Flashback Ends]
Akeno lowered her head, having her eyes covered by her bangs. Seeing her like that was all the evidence Kenny needed to know. "Akeno, please. You can trust me," Kenny said. "You really are the daughter of one of the Fallen Angel leaders, aren't you?"
"…That's right. I'm the half-breed daughter of the Fallen Angel leader Baraquiel and a human," she said with such a sad and depressing tone. Kenny turned his body towards her, fully listening to what she had to say. So, it's true after all. Working up the courage to finally face him, Akeno turned her body to him and continued. "My mother was a young shrine maiden. One day she found a wounded Fallen Angel, and nursed him back to health. She did her job well. They fell in love. And soon enough, I came along."
Kenny stared at her for a moment, before looking slightly down at the ground. Guilty for making her sad, but also troubled on how react. "I'm such a jackass," he sighed. "I shouldn't have asked."
Akeno stood to her feet. She stared at Kenny for a moment, before turning around. Kenny watched as she removed her top clothing, letting it fall just enough to where her back was exposed.
FLAP!
Akeno expanded her wings from her back, and Kenny gasped.
There were two wings, but it was different from the usual two wings of Devils. The right one was that of a Devil, while the left one was the black wing of a Fallen Angel. "Those wings!"
"Yes. I know. One from an Angel, and the other from a Devil. Signs of my heritage that I try to hide," she said, unable to face him again. Despising the black feathers of Fallen Angels, she grabbed them with her hand. "I grew up hating my Angel side. I jumped at the chance to become a Devil when Rias made me the offer. To spite father. Maybe it was my half-breed blood. But the results were a sad and garish mix between both types of wings. And what could be a better way to showcase my impure lineage? Some mismatched plumage."
Kenny couldn't believe what he was seeing. Akeno was in self-derision. "You didn't have to show me if you didn't what to, Akeno," he said.
Akeno turned around to face him, holding up her dress so that her breasts were just barely covered. "I really am jealous of Karen," she said surprising Kenny. "For such a long time, I've wanted to tell you. But you said it yourself. And you hate Fallen Angels."
Kenny mind flashed back to Raynare.
"Karen may have been a Fallen Angel, but you still loved her because she's your sister. And like she said; they were the cause of so much pain for you and pool Asia. And it almost killed you. Not to mention their numerous attempts to take the Sword, and to destroy this town and the people living here. Even before finding out Karen's one of them, it wasn't hard to have guessed what you think of them."
Kenny lowered his head, his eyes closed and shadowed over. He then stood up, and said what's in his heart clearly; "You're right. And I still do hate Fallen Angels."
Upon hearing that, Akeno's expression became sad.
"But you're more than who your dad is! You're better than him!" Akeno had a surprised expression because of his statement. Kenny looked at her with determined and truthful eyes. "Sorry about that. I didn't want to make you upset."
"No, forget I said anything; I don't want things to get weird between us," she said.
Kenny smiled. "Of course. Nothing going to change at all."
Akeno then smiled sadly. "Hey, you never know. My apparent congeniality could just be a mere façade. A tactic to distract you from the fact that I'm half-Fallen Angel."
"You can't really think that's going to make me think that you're a bad person."
"Oh, but it's true, Kenny. I'm a terrible woman."
Kenny grabbed her by the shoulders, looking at her with passion and confidence. "That's a bunch of horseshit! Akeno, you're without a single tiny doubt one the most prefect women I've ever met!" He exclaimed.
{End song here}
Akeno gasped and blushed.
"What I'm saying is that I do hate Fallen Angels, but you're truly something special. You could be a full-fledged Fallen Angel, and I'd still never hate. Who could? You're terrific! No, better! You're strong, you're smart, you're refined—and not to mention drop dead gorgeous! And that's what I love about you!"
Akeno's eyes widened upon hearing his words, and started to cry, as her blush brighten. As the feeling in her heart were soaring and wanting to burst out of her chest.
Kenny's cheeks also turned red after realizing what he said, with steam coming out of his ears. He slowly let go of her, believe that he'd hurt her. "Oh my god, fuck! Why the hell did I say that! Akeno I…w-well I…Sorry! I'm so sorry! I didn't know what came over me! I should have just—"
He was stopped by Akeno placing a finger on his lips. "You silly boy. You sad everything right. You say sweet things like that. Things a girl wanted to hear. And what's she to do," she asked, letting tears roll down her face.
"Come on. Don't be like that. I didn't want to make you cry," Kenny said. "I've always had feelings for all of you girls and I just don't know what to do with them. Yeah, I'm just going to stop before I make things—"
Akeno suddenly lunged at him, and kissed Kenny.
With their lips shoved and locked against each other, Kenny fell over with Akeno on top of him. His arms were around her waist to protect her from the fall, but now they refused to move. Kenny looked at Akeno in shock, as she brought her hands up to the sides of his head and pulled him closer.
After a moment, Akeno pulled away, and Kenny could only stare in shock. Unable to find the right words. "Akeno…Akeno…"
Seeing how troubled he was struggling on how to react, Akeno leaned down while continuing to pin Kenny. She then whispered in my ear. "I've decided."
"Huh?"
"I said I made a decision. But first, do you really love Rias?"
"Eh!? U-um, y-yes, of course I love her! Akeno, what are you trying to say," Kenny asked her. Really confused by what was going on with her.
Akeno spoke while clinging to him. "Guess what, Kenny."
Kenny gulped. "Uh, what?"
She smiled at him. "I totally want to be in your harem."
"…Wait, harem?!" Kenny exclaimed in total shock.
"That's right. And Stop repeating me. I want to be one of your girls. Don't you think it's a pretty good position," she asked, pressing her breasts against his chest. "One of yours? Just the thought gets me hot. Like having an affair."
"Akeno, I really don't think that's such a good idea," Kenny said, holding back his primal urges to give in to her seductive advancements and just take her right then and there.
"Come now, be honest with yourself. You did say that you've got feelings for all us girls. And it feels like Little Kenny woke up and wants to have a harem, too!" Akeno teased him, making him more nervous. "Hey, I'm flattered! Now I want to do something special for you."
"W-W-Well, I'm sure I can handle it," Kenny said, trying to keep his cool.
"But first, Kenny. I want to hear you tell me what a bad girl I am."
Kenny was a little surprised to hear that from her. "I don't know. That sounds really pervy," he said. Which was saying something as he's been forced to list to the Perverted Duo talking to each other.
"But I've been so very naughty. Scold me." She whispered that last part seductively into his ear. That got his erection very harder.
Kenny gulped. "You're a bad girl."
Akeno gasp in joy. "Thank you, Kenny!" She exclaimed and shoved her lips onto his again. Wrapping her arms around his neck, pressing her large breasts against him again. Akeno pulled away from her kiss again, and she looked at him with those gorgeous magenta eyes. One more sexy and Kenny was going to lose it. "Yes. I like it when you talk dirty to me. It turns me on. Come here, you."
'You know what? Fuck it! And she's mine!'
When Akeno leaned down to kiss him, she was pleasantly surprised when Kenny met her lips and started passionately kissing her back. His left hand moved to cherish her ass, while the right went up to fondle her left breast. Giving them a few small squeezes that made Akeno moan in bliss, as their tongues explored each other's and she grinded herself on his lap.
When they needed air, they stopped, and Akeno pulled away with a string of saliva correcting to their lips. Kenny stared at her and moved his hands to her hips. Akeno looked down at the boy with love and lust. "That felt amazing Kenny," Akeno said with pleasure. "I thought I'll take one of Rias's special privilege for myself! Now I actually am being a little naughty!" Akeno then leaned down and cupped Kenny's face with her hands. "Kenny, dear. Do you feel good? Do I feel good?"
Kenny panted a little from their make out session, and smile. "You're incredible!" He said before looking sad. "Who shouldn't be doing this. I'm just worried about Rias. She'll think I've cheated on her if she found out what we just did."
"And what were you doing?"
Kenny felt like his body had frozen and drained of all colors in an instant. Kenny quickly brought his body up and turned his head to the door. And there she was, his girlfriend and master, Rias Gremory. Standing by the door.
"Answer me, Kenny," she said in a dangerous tone, as she looked at her boyfriend with her best friend on his lap. Boobs hanging out.
Kenny immediately started to freak out and quickly pulled himself out from Akeno. "R-R-Rias! How long have you been there?" Rias started emitting her powerful crimson aura. Yep, he was going to die.
"Hi there!" Akeno greeted the redhead innocently.
"Look! I can explain! Honestly! We were just talking, and one thing led to another…!" With anger in her footsteps, Rias approached him. Kenny yelled and grabbed his head. "GAH! Why would I say it like that!? She's really going to kill me now!"
"Oh no, I believe you there."
Rias didn't kill him, but she did pinch and pull him by the cheek as hard as she could. Which was painful from Kenny.
"Did you at least get the sword?"
"I-I got it!"
"And the angel?"
"He returned home!"
Rias released him, letting Kenny fall to the ground. "Then that means your business here is concluded. Let's go!" She ordered, before turning to the doorway and walking towards it. Kenny hurriedly followed after her.
Akeno giggled before returning to her usual voice. "He's more than enough for the both of us. Besides, you don't have to be so jealous; you're still his favorite and girlfriend, silly."
Rias stopped for a while.
Kenny took the moment to bow to Akeno. "Thanks for everything, Akeno," he said. Rias then started pulling his arm and left. Like she wanted to quickly get him away from the place.
Tap…tap…tap…tap…tap…
As the couple descended down the shrine's stone stairs, the sound of Rias's footsteps as she marched were full of anger. Kenny, who was following behind her, said nothing and just tried not to be left behind. Yeah, he's really screwed up this time and Kenny was really starting to feel the guilt. The moments he's had with Asia, Koneko, the maids, and any other girls weren't even close to what he just did with Akeno. Not even Xenovia with all her advancements couldn't even do what they did. Rias probably hated him now, and he wouldn't blame her.
Suddenly, Rias stopped. Without turning towards him, she asked, "...Hey, Kenny."
"Y-Yes."
"I know you want to stop Aku, but you've never told me what your goal was in the future," she said. Still not turning towards him. "You've been thinking about having a harem, weren't you?" That surprised him. "It's kind of obvious how you feel about all the other girls. What do you think about Akeno? Would she have a place in your harem? In your future? ...Would I?"
Rias gasped slightly when a pair of arms wrapped around her body. She then felt the connection of a chest press against her back, and a face buried itself into her crimson hair. Her chest started to feel warm and light inside, with a bright blush covered her face.
"You are, as you've always have been, Rias," Kenny whisper so softly into her ear. A gust of wind blew through the area, rustling the leaves of the trees overhead. Rias's skirt was picked up a little by the wind, while Kenny and her hair flowed. "I love you."
"As do I, my love."
Kenny let go of her and went to her side. The lovers smiled at one another, and held hands. Then continued making their way down the stone steps.
"The summit takes place tomorrow," Rias informed him, retaking her role as his master. She may have put what she walked in on a side and forgiven Kenny, but there were still important things that needed to be done. "Final preparations need to be made. Do you have a plan to make yourself useful?"
"I'll head back to the school," Kenny told her, as they reached the bottom. "Karen's agreed to handle Gasper's training while I was here, so I better get back before she does something to him."
Rias stopped and looked down, sad that she'll be forced to leave her boyfriend. "Of course," she said hesitantly. She looked at him with love and pulled him into a kiss. Nothing sexual, but a kiss they shared passionately. When Rias pulled away, Kenny saw her sad expression and a sad smile. "This is where we part ways."
Kenny stood there as Rias started stepping away from him. Pulling his arm out like she was refusing to let go. It came to an end, as their fingers slipped away.
He watched as she turned and walked away.
Early morning at Kuoh Academy. After arriving back at the old schoolhouse to see Karen, Asia, and Gasper doing time-stopping training in the forest surrounding the old school building. So, he decided to pitch in and help.
Hours into the training, Gasper was concentrating with all his might. His eyes were glowing purple as he stared at a volleyball frozen in midair. He was finally able to focus his powers on one object and start them in time.
Karen looked at a stop watch on her phone, timing Gasper on just how long he could keep up his powers. Kenny and Asia were standing behind her with a metal basket of balls. Floating over the blonde's shoulder was her small dragon familiar Ranny.
Gasper stopped and fell to his knees, releasing the ball and letting it bounce to the ground. Karen stopped the timer and smiled at the results. "Awesome! You're doing better already!" She cheered for him with a big grin.
"And you're able to catch it once out of every twenty tries now!" Asia said.
"Definitely better than zero," Kenny said with a smile. That seemed to make Gasper really happy.
"Okay, Gasper. Let's do it again," Karen said, readying the timer.
"Incoming!" Kenny had a new ball and got ready to throw it at the vampire.
"Okay!" Gasper said, but wasn't able to stop it and ended up get smacked right in the face. Causing pain for him, and knock him on his back with one leg hiked up.
Asia looked worried at him. "Are you okay?"
"Guuuuu... Kenny, Karen... I-I think I'm done for today." Gasper moaned in pain, rubbing his eyes.
"Don't puss out on me, yet!" Karen exclaimed at him with encouragement. "Remembered what we promised each other? We'll work hard together to make you stronger! I can't do that if you're not willing to push yourself. So, let's go Gasper!" She cheered and threw her fist up."
Gasper smiled and blushed. "You're right, I'm sorry!"
"I'm just a simple reincarnated Fallen Angel. I can't hope to ever be as strong as my brother or his girlfriend. But with your ability to stop the enemies and my light-blades, we're unstoppable. Together, we're going to protect our family!"
"I swear I'll never let you down again, Karen!" Gasper exclaimed.
"Fuck yeah!"
Kenny raised an eyebrow. Didn't she call her Spear of Light light-sticks, not light-blades? Must have finally decided to take them more seriously. Asia sighed exasperatedly. "Is this where the inspiring montage comes in?"
"I'll say," Kenny admitted. "I've never seen Karen like this before."
Karen turned her head to Kenny with a cartoonish proud expression. "Kenny! Give him another one!" she yelled with a thumbs up.
"Right!" Kenny threw up a volleyball to spike it towards. "Here we go, Gasper!"
"I'll do it for you guys! Go!" Gasper activated his ability.
When Kenny was about to bring his hand to hit, he yelped when it frozen in place. He looked at his arm, and Asia gasped when they saw a dark purple aura surrounding it.
"Uh, Gasper. Could you let my arm go," Kenny asked politely.
Gasper did, but then dropped down to his knees and grabbed his head. "I screwed everything up again!" he sobbed loudly. "I'm sorry, Kenny!"
Kenny sighed. He still hasn't gotten over crying at a simple failure. "It's no big deal," he said with a smile. "You're only training."
Gasper looked up at them. "I'm no good!"
Karen picked in to help, smiling at him. "Not true; you don't suck nearly as hard as you used to." For some reason, that just sounded wrong. "You froze my entire body when we first start!"
"I'm bad at bad a vampire," Gasper said in misery. "I'm lousy at being a Devil. I hate always letting everybody down!" Karen walked up to him.
"Will you cut that out!" She snapped at him, standing before him with her fist on her hips as she glared at him.
Gasper flinched by her tone and her upset expression, and was afraid she'll hit him. "Stop what?"
"Criticizing yourself, dammit!" Karen said, taking Gasper aback. She then got down on one knee and stared into his eyes. "If you think like that, then you let everyone who's ever put you down win! Don't whine about your problems, face them head on! Otherwise, you're your own worst enemy!"
"You're right. But—"
"I don't what to hear about it! Everyone's cheering for you!" Karen looked at Kenny and Asia over her shoulder. "Right guys?"
Kenny nodded with a grin. "She's right."
"Yeah! I believe in you!" Asia said with her sweet smile. "Because you're my friend, silly!"
Karen turned to Gasper and grabbed his hand, which made him blush. She upped him up as she stood to her feet too. Gasper grinned happily, as Karen backed away. "Thanks, you guys! And I swear, I'll never be a quitter again!"
"Hell yeah!" Kenny cheered.
"Right." Gasper grabbed his paper bag and put on his head. Karen took a few steps back after seeing the creepy red eyes shining from the eye holes. "I'll just slip this on, to help me harness my energy."
"Dude, don't! That's creepy!" Kenny said. Meanwhile, Kiba, Koneko, and Xenovia watched from a second story window as the Kurosawa siblings and Asia encouraged Gasper.
"If the two of you work together, I know in my heart you can do it!" Asia said her words of encouragement.
Kiba turned his head to the left and looked at Xenovia. "Hey, weren't you helping out with his training," he asked.
Xenovia stared at those down below while leaning against the window frame. "Every time I tried to help train him, the poor kid would break down crying," she explained. "Kept saying something about how training him made him feel guilty."
"I've only seen Kenny this determined when it comes to training," Koneko said.
This got Xenovia's attention and she looked at her. "When was that?"
"We were at the training camp," Koneko started to explain. "When he came up with his both of his special moves."
The blue-haired woman's eyes widened. "You mean he was this determined when he tried to come up his Armor Breaker and the Red Dragon Slash?" Koneko nodded.
Kenny watched as he waited for Karen to have him throw the new volleyball in his hands. However, deep down, he was troubled. The modern samurai was glad that Karen was mostly taking over Gasper's training. She's the one who's coming up with most of the training ideas, and he was there to help out and encourage the vampire.
Who was he kidding? He was no position to train anyone. Kenny felt that way because of the fact he's barely scratched the surface of his own power.
If anyone needed a teacher, it was him. Someone who knows a thing or two about Sacred Gears.
In the big city, high up on top of a skyscraper that was being constructed, there was Azazel. Sitting on a girder as he looked out at the city lights that brightened up the night. Standing next to him and leaning his back on another, vertical girder was Vali.
"I suspect you'll want me to attend that boring meeting with you tomorrow, won't you?" Vali inquired.
"That's right, Vali," said Azazel. "After all, you are the White Dragon Emperor."
"So, Azazel. What are the odds that we'll all go to war again? Or how about that Aku that you mentioned returning?"
Azazel scuffed. "Exactly what I'd expect from the mouth of the White Dragon. Are you trying to live fast and die young?"
"Why not? There's no point to anything anymore. I hate this place. I hate this era my birth thrust me into. A world where God is dead, and the murderer is gone. I just wanted a shot at Him or the other."
"You're the Vanishing Dragon, all right."
"…There's nothing left in this boring world to intense me."
Once he entered his room after a long shower and closed the door, Kenny hung up the Sword on its display and laid down on his bed. About an hour ago, Kenny decided to call it a day for the training, Gasper went back to his room, and then he, Karen, and Asia went back to the Kurosawa residence.
However, despite how tired he was and with the Leaders' Summit the next day, he couldn't sleep. He just stared up at the ceiling. His mind on a certain half-breed. "Poor Akeno," he whispered, before sitting up and sat on the edge of the bed. "You're the girl who's always smiling on the outside. I wish I could've seen how much you were suffering on the inside this whole time. Maybe then I could have helped you sooner. I can't stop thinking about it with hating myself. God, I'm stupid. I'm now actually in love with two girls that are best friends. And now I'm actually taking Karen's advice and want a harem."
Knock! Knock!
Those two simple knocks brought Kenny's attention to his closed door. "It's open," he said to whoever it was. The door opened, and Kenny sat it was Rias in her nightgown. Probably here to go to bed with him.
However, she wasn't alone. Rias smiled and stepped aside to let the other person in. To Kenny's surprise, it was nonother than Akeno. With her hair down from its usual ponytail while wearing a short white bathrobe that went down only to her thighs.
"Akeno?" Kenny asked and stood up. "What are you doing here?"
Akeno closed the door before Rias started to explain, with her body being seen through the thin, transparent material of her gown. "Our meeting ran late, so she's going to have to sleep over with us tonight. I figured you wouldn't mind the situation too much."
"That's right," said Akeno as she stood beside her best friend. The two smiled at one another and giggle.
Kenny sighed slightly with a relieved smile. He was happy to see Akeno back to her normal self. They really are best friends.
"Also, Akeno said she really wanted to take the moment to apologize to you," Rias said, much to Kenny's confusion.
"Obviously, I'm very sorry for surprising you today, and I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me," Akeno said with a bow.
Kenny was taken aback and stuttered to speak. "Oh, that's—Well, I'm…"
"I heard," said Rias with a pleased look.
"Huh?"
"That's right, I heard what Akeno told you and what your reply was to her."
Kenny gasped before look deeply ashamed and guilty. "I'm so sorry, Rias," he said with a sad expression, surprising his lover. "Emotions were high, we were talking, then she offered herself and I just couldn't refuse so I kissed her back and…and…"
Akeno giggled at him, while Rias sighed. "Oh, forget about that nonsense, Kenny," she said, walking up to him and placed her hand on his chin. Lifting up his head some that Kenny was looking at her, before placing her hands on his shoulder. "I'm talking about what happened before."
"Huh?"
"She's not upset with you, silly," Akeno explained. "Rias is talking about when you told me that you like me no matter who I was."
Kenny looked at Rias with wide eyes. "But why aren't you mad at me," he asked, before Rias gently pushed him and had him sit on the bed. Akeno then came over and sat down on his right, while Kenny's girlfriend sat on his left.
"Because I was happy to hear your kindness, and I was reminded about just why I love you. That's definitely my Kenny!" Rias said grabbing his arm. "And so, after talking with her, I've come to my own decision."
Kenny blinked. He was definitely happy being praised and everything, but he was still confused about what she was talking about. "What decision?"
"As your first and only girlfriend…" Rias paused for a moment with a blush. "I'll be your main girl in your harem."
"…huh?"
Did she really just say what he though he heard her say?
As his brain felt like it was short circuiting, Akeno took the opportunity to grab him by the other arm and pull him away from Rias. "She's saying that if you really thing a harem is the best course, then she'll support you," Akeno explained. "That means you get to be my Kenny too, because I want in."
"Wait, what!?" Kenny exclaimed, still in shock.
Rias then got upset at Akeno. "You know what, Akeno, we may be best friends, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't act with a little bit of restraint."
The two beautiful bombshells got closers, sandwiching Kenny between their large breasts. "Yes, well, restraint is forbidden in a serious battle," Akeno told her with her expression still the same pleasant smile and closed eyes. "How could the big bad King ever say something so cowardly?"
"Oh, I can't lose after hearing you say that," Rias said with a confident and proud smile. She grabbed Kenny by the head and shoved his face in between the valley of her amped breasts. "Go on, hit me with your best shot, sister Queen."
Akeno grabbed Kenny and did the same thing; smothering him with her beautiful breasts. Akeno giggled and said, "So is this how we're playing for his attention?"
Was this really happening? Was he actually going to have a harem? Kenny was still trying to figure out how to react and feel, as he was fought over by the girls.
His girls…
You know what, screw it, Kenny thought. He was done trying to fight it. Right now, the black-haired teen was experiencing what every guy, including him, would consider to be the pinnacle of paradise. But more importantly, Kenny loved these girls. If this was the only way for him and everyone to be happy, then fine!
Kenny Kurosawa was going to have a harem of beautiful women! And it was going to be great!
The moment, however, came to an end when Asia opened the door and saw what was going on. Wearing her gown and squeezing her stuffed bunny to her chest, Asia looked like she was about to cry. "No fair, you two! No fair!"
…And moment's over.
The next day came. And something was off. "So heavy," Kenny groggily said. He opened his eyes.
He was almost surprised to see that he was surrounded by sleeping girls. Akeno was on his right side, holding him close with her right arm. Asia was on his left, and Kenny had his around her shoulder, as she was snuggled close to him. And then there was Rias, who was sleeping on his legs and lower half, with her ass facing him.
After taking a moment to fully take in the fact that he was sleeping with three girls at once, but naked, Kenny laid back down. So, he had a harem now.
Kenny smiled. "Life's good."
Meanwhile, at the same time, high in the sky was Vali. With his Sacred Gear's wings out, he shared down at Kuoh Academy. Arms were crossed and his legs together as he surveyed the school.
"Tonight's finally the night," he said in a bored tone. Having little to no interest in anything that was going to be going down tonight. "All the higher-ups are gathering to discuss the most boring issues ever to be discussed."
But then a new source of power was sensed. One that belonged to someone.
Someone very powerful…And extremely dangerous.
"'There's nothing left in this boring world to intense me,'" said the person of this new present power.
This person, who was standing on top of an electrical tower was a cute, young girl with long black hair that reached down to her hips and gray eyes with reptilian slit pupils. Her ears differed from a normal human's, as they had pointed tips, although her long black hair made this feature difficult to notice. Her attire consists of a black Gothic Lolita fashion that's been heavily modified.
"Ophis?" Though he didn't seem like it, Vali was surprised to see her.
Ophis stared up at him with an expression that was hard to read. It was almost like a hollow expression made from nothing. "Vali," she said. "That is what you always say."
Vali stared at her for a moment. "That's right. There's nothing left in this boring world to intense me."
The time was late at night. High above, a protective barrier similar to the one Sona used to envelop the school completely. Meanwhile, outside the barrier, Angels, Fallen Angels, and Devil troops were surrounding the whole school. It was finally time for the conference of the Three Great Powers.
The door to the Occult Research Club opened, and the Phoenix maid Karlamine stepped into the room. "We're all set, master Kenny and Lady Rias," she said with a bow. The location of the summit will be the staff meeting room of Kuoh Academy's new school building.
"Thank you, Karlamine," said Rias. "Tell them we're on our way."
"And thank you to all four of you," Kenny said with a grateful some. Hours before, the maids suddenly asked Kenny and Rias if they could offer their services at the meeting. It was mostly for simple things like bringing tea and snacks for the visiting factions. So, seeing no harm in doing so, the couple agreed.
Karlamine blushed with a happy smile, before bowing and leaving the room.
Rias then turned to everyone from the Occult Research Club, as they've all gathered in the club room. "Well. Time to go." They all nodded back at her. Rias then turned to Gasper's box as he was in it. Sitting on the sofa next to the box was Aoimoku, Kenny summoned him to also watch over Gasper, and to keep him company. But Kenny told the vampire to be careful when wanting to pet him, as he still was a wild animal. "And Gasper. Behave yourself while we're gone."
"Yes, ma'am," Gasper said from within the box.
"I don't mean to scold, but if you activate your power, it'll stall negotiations," Rias informed him gently. Indeed, with Gasper unable to control his Sacred Gear even now, he could hinder everyone present in the meeting due to the shock of being frozen in time. Due to this, he will be watching over the club room. "And we don't want that. I hope you understand."
The top of the box opened as Gasper popped his head up. "Yes, ma'am," he said to her.
"Aoimoku is going to stay here," Kenny said, walking over to his wolf familiar. Aoimoku sensed him and lifted up his head, prompting Kenny to rub the canine between the ear. "Ain't your big guy?"
Aoimoku gave him a bark.
Kenny then turned to Gasper and said, "I'm also leaving my portable game in the room, so you can play with that. There are sweets as well, so you can have them too. There's the paper bag as well, so if you become lonely, wear it to your heart's content."
"Y-Yessssss!" Gasper cheered.
Well, that's awkward. If that was really the best he could be, then it was sad. But Kenny just really wanted to do something to help him. A kid like Gasper deserved more.
The Occult Research Club was standing in front of the doors to the staff meeting room. Rias walked up to them and reached out her hand.
Knock, Knock.
She knocked the doors. A second later, both doors were opened by Isabella and Xuelan. Rias was the first to enter, then Kenny and the other. The modern samurai looked at the center of the room to see a gorgeous and pompous-looking table. Surrounding and sitting at it were people who he recognised. The air was enveloped by quietness, and everyone had a serious face.
There were Yubelluna, Karlamine, and even Grayfia, who were severing tea to all attendees and were on standby beside the tea preparing cart. The people sitting at the table were Sirzechs, Serafall, Michael, and Azazel. Standing behind the two Satans near the wall were Sona, her Queen Tsubaki, and X-9. Standing behind Michael was the Grand Exorcist Father Leonardo and Kenny's childhood friend Irina. And lastly, standing behind Azazel was Vali, Karen, and Exdor.
When Xenovia entered the room, she gasped when she saw the Grand Exorcist and her former friend. "Irina?"
Irina glared at her, before looking away in disgust. Father Leonardo was much kinder and simply gave the former church member a friendly nod.
Kenny attention was caught by the sight of Vali. The dragon bearers that are destined to fight stared at each other for a long moment, as the tension started to build in the room.
"Everyone's here. This is my sister, Rias, and her retainers." Sirzechs broke the tension by introducing Rias to the VIP of the other factions. Rias bowed. "And as you all know, Kenny Kurosawa, the Red Dragon Samurai and perhaps the most important individual here with us."
"Hi, Kenny~" Serafall waved happily at the teen-haired teen, wearing a different outfit than her cosplay one. Kenny blushed, but bowed nonetheless.
"They're the ones who fought against Kokabiel during his surprise attack a few days ago."
"That is a rather impressive feat. I thank each one of you for all of your hard work." Michael gave his thanks to Rias and Kenny. The couple conducted their's coolly and bowed once more.
"Once again, I apologize," Azazel said with a brazen expression. "It seems one of my boys caused you a bit of trouble.
His attitude made Rias's mouth twitch, as Kenny scowled at him.
"Kenny! Since you're going to be the savior of the world, why not sit down with the big boys?" Azazel gestured to an open space at the table between the governor and Sirzechs.
Kenny and the others were surprised by this. The Red Dragon Samurai looked to Sirzechs with a look that asked him what to do. Sirzechs simply smiled and turned to Grayfia, nodding to her, to which she understood his order and bowed. Great, that's what Kenny really wanted; more attention than he wanted.
A moment later, and she placed another chair at the table. One of the same nice chairs that the leaders were using. Grayfia then urged Kenny to it. Not wanting to be ruined, Kenny walked to the chair. He took off the shinai bag and leaned it against the table, before sitting down. Rias and the other stood with Sona and Tsubaki near the wall.
"Now that all the participants are represented, let this summit commence," Sirzechs said to everyone at the table. "Now then, Rias. Could you speak about the incident a few days before?"
"Yes, Lucifer." Rias, Akeno, and Sona stepped forward. They started going into detail about the recent attack from Kokabiel and the fight to stop him. With Rias talking about the summary of the incident, she experienced herself plainly in a calm manner. However, due to an extreme level of nervousness, her hands were trembling.
Everyone belonging to the Three Great Powers listened carefully. Kenny knew the story, so while listening, he looked around at the reactions from everyone else. When Rias got to the part about Aku being the one to kill God Himself, Kenny turned to Irina. She looked horrified and in complete denial. Irina was about to speak against the report, but then Father Leonardo stopped her by holding out his arm in front of her. She looked at him and saw his expression. That face he made, and the silence of Michael was enough to tell her that it was the truth and that God really was dead.
Kenny could understand why his girlfriend was nervous. The atmosphere was still very tension. Each person of the factions' VIPs had a different reaction. As they listened to the report, they were either letting out a sigh, scowling, or smiling. Some did them all.
"...The rest of the details regarding the incident between Kokabiel and my household can be found in my official report," Rias said, almost revived to finally be done with her part of the meeting.
"As a witness, I, Sona Sitri, confirm the veracity of the report given by Lady Gremory," Sona said.
"I, Father Leonardo Spartok, Grand Exorcist of the Church of God, can confirm this as not only a witness, but also one who partook in the fighting," the large man also said to the leaders.
"Yep, all of that happened," Karen said, much more laid back and unprofessional. Azazel didn't mind. He seemed to prefer it.
"That will be all," Sirzechs told the Devil girls. "Thank you very much."
"Good job, ladies. You make me so proud, Sona!" Serafall said, sent a wink towards Sona. Sona tried to ignore her and followed Rias back to the wall.
Kenny straightened his back a little before asking, "What do we do now?"
"Perhaps the Governor-General of the Fall Angel would care to share his opinion of their report?" Sirzechs suggested, and all eyes turned to Azazel.
"Kokabiel went rogue; therefore, my thoughts on the incident are irrelevant," Azazel said after letting out an intrepid smile.
"So, he acted entirely on his own," asked Michael while sighing.
"Well, he never had my permission, if that's what you're asking. But something tells me the damn fool wouldn't have tried to destroy the whole town if he knew I was staying here. I've grown quite fond of this quaint little place."
Kenny glared at him. "Right, and he had no problem trying to, even after Karen turned out to be a Fallen Angel," he retorted.
"Please, be calm, Kenny," Sirzechs told him. "And Azazel, try and stay on topic, if you please."
"I sent the White Dragon Emperor in to resolve the issue," Azazel said. "And the culprit was frozen stiff in the lowest level of Hell. He's still there, and won't be bother you again."
"What I find most troubling about the attack itself is his motivation," Michael told the Fallen Angel. "It seems that he was rather dissatisfied with the status quo."
"Yeah, the war ending halfway through really stuck in his craw. What he wanted was perpetual combat. But at this late stage in the game, I have no interest in a war."
However, there was something thing that Kenny wanted to bring up. "That's not the most troubling thing to me," he told them. "I'm more interested and concerned with his involvement with the First Legion." That got all eyes on him. "Like Azazel said, Kokabiel was craving war, and it led him to become a follower of Aku. And then there's his assassinated while in his ice prison."
"I'm also troubled by the murder," Serafall said, with a surprisingly serious face that Kenny didn't thing would've ever been possible for her. "To even get to Cocytus would require someone to be of a high-class, and have authorization to go with a weapon. Whoever this person was, they were one of ours."
"Well, let's not forget that the members of Aku's little cult aren't exclusive to my faction," Azazel said, making Serafall upset.
"Again, I ask that we stay focused on the matter at hand," Sirzechs told them, but looked right at Azazel. "After all, that's why we've convened here."
"Spared the verbosity, won't you? Let's just make peace and be done with it."
On Azazel's sentence, each faction was surprised for a small interval. Even Rias, Akeno, and Sona were considerably surprised. If that's true, then doesn't that mean they desire peace together?
"That's the purpose of this grand summit, isn't it? Of course, it is."
{Play music: "(When) Your Middle Name Is Danger" – Trocadero}
Meanwhile, at the old schoolhouse as the sky turned blood red, Gasper and Aoimoku were on the same sofa. Thought Gasper was still sitting in his box as he played the game Kenny set out for him. Aoimoku was just snoring as he slept in a curled-up position.
Gasper sighed and looked anxious. "I'm worried," he said, prompting the white wolf to open one of his eyes to look at him. "I hope they're okay. What if the summit turns chaotic, and war breaks out? And—And then, everyone dies! I can't take it!" Gasper quickly coward and put on his paper bag."
Aoimoku just closed his eyes again and started sleeping again.
A few seconds later, his nose caught something. Lifting up his head, opening his eyes, and pointing his ears up, the wolf started sniffing the air. Something was wrong. Gasper saw this and looked at him. "What's wrong," he asked.
Aoimoku jumped off the couch and growled menacingly at the door. Gasper got the signal and hid in the box.
There was then an explosion that destroyed the doors of the clubroom. Coming through the open doorway was a group of women floating on orange magic circles. There were all wearing robes with strange hoods with three eyes on them.
One of the smiled.
To Be Continued…
{Playing Shine by Mr. Big}
[Instrumentals] The opening fades into the inside of a room and focuses on an accordion-book that was open all the way onto a table.
[I never really feel quite right] The scene then fades to show the beginning of the book, before moving to the left, as it showed the pictures in it. The first of the pictures was of Kenny and Karen smiling in front of their new home.
[And I don't know why, all I know is something's wrong] As the camera moved, showing the rest of the photos, it then showed a picture of Kenny looking sideways at the camera, wearing a black hooded jacket with a lollipop in his mouth. The next picture showed Rias looking into the bright blue sky from the window of the old school building.
[Every time I look at you, you seem so alive] The next picture showed both Akeno and Asia, each in their gym clothing, practicing magic. The one after that was of Kiba as he smiled sheepishly at a group of girls that had hearts in their eyes.
[Tell me how do you do it, walk me through it] After that, Koneko was seen in a picture, looking really annoyed and embarrassed while wearing cat pajamas. Then Isabella, Xuelan, Karlamine, and Yubelluna were seen looking through the window of a shop.
[I'm following every footstep] X-9's picture, while holding up Lulu in his palm, was shown giving a peace sign to the viewer.
[Maybe on your own you take a conscious step] The next picture was of Sona and her peerage walking down the hall. The picture next and under it was of Sona being hugged by Serafall, much to her embarrassment.
[Do you wanna give it up? All that I want…] The next picture was of Kenny, smiling to the camera as he wore the samurai armor before the Rating Game. The photo after that was Grayfia watching over an injured Kenny with a hand on his head.
[Is for you to SHINE~] The photo after that showed Kenny challenging Riser to his dual.
[SHINE~ down on me] The next photo was of Rias and Akeno playing tennis against Sona and Tsubaki.
[SHINE on this life that's burning out] A photo after that showed Xenovia naked, as she posed sexily for the camera. The one underneath it show Rias and Asia running to stop her.
[SHINE~] Irina is shown in a church praying.
[SHINE~ down on me] The photo after that showed the wooden Aku medallion.
[SHINE on this life that's burning out] Fading away from that one photo, the scene changed to show the last picture in the book. Kenny is shown sleeping in bed, surrounded by the sleeping, naked bodies of Rias, Asia, Akeno, Koneko, Xenovia, Irina, Sona, Tsubasa, Yubelluna, Isabela, Karlamine, Xuelan, Serafall, and Kiyome.
[SHINE~] A hand then closes the accordion book.
Narrator: "On the next episode of The Red Dragon Samurai…."
Azazel: "So that's it? We all unite against Aku and the First Legion of Darkness"
?(Katerea)?: "So where is this Red Dragon Samurai I've been hearing so much about?"
Karen: "Vali, what are you doing?"
Narrator: "The Red Dragon Samurai. Updates coming soon."
Kenny: "Who are you?"
Narrator: "Only on Fanfiction."
AN:
And with that being episode 24, we're about to end the Treaty Arc with the next one.
So, Kenny got the Ascalon sword, and got some sexy time with Akeno. You knew it was going to come, and although it wasn't a lemon, hopefully it was enough to satisfy you all.
However, if you know the DxD storyline, then you can probably figure out when that lemon will come. However, Akeno will not be the next girl Kenny's going to have a sexy time.
And so, Kenny finally gave in and has now started a harem, with Rias agree. Only with the condition that she'll remain his main girl in the harem. This was a big choice with our hero, because unlike Issei that wanted a harem because he's a pervert, Kenny at first didn't think he would have wanted one, but after a long time of thinking about it, and the many times his sister teased and hinted at it, he decided to just do it. He does have feelings for many other girls and he knew that many of them felt for him too, so instead of choosing one over the other, why not have them all?
Plus, it's a DxD story, you knew that this was going to happen.
And so, the Leaders' Summit begins, and Kenny gets to sit with the grownups. This really shouldn't have come to a surprise. He may be a Devil, and a servant, but he's still the descendent of Samurai Jack and with the actions of Aku's followers, it's not hard to see he'll be seen as someone of extreme value. Plus, you know Azazel was just going to mess with him.
Just like the Rating Game the fight with Kokabiel, the next episode is going to be a long one. Whatever happens in that chapter, I promise to make it epic!
Thank you very much for reading. "The Red Dragon Samurai" will return. Please be sure to Favorite and Follow if you like the story, and if you want me to keep writing this story, then please leave a REVIEW. I would really appreciate it if you do. If you any questions or discussions you'd have for me, then please PM me or write it out in the review.
Until next time, goodbye, farewell, and amen.