《In DxD with Sign-In System!》 [1] : Starting with a Rainbow-Grade Gift Bag
"Parents deceased, with money and a house¡­ it really does fit my current situation."
As a newly-fledged transmigrator to this world, I should have been the envy of my peers. But compared to other transmigrators from my home planet, I was having a pretty miserable time of it.
"This is ridiculous. I''ve been in this world for 18 years already, so why hasn''t my cheat appeared?"
My name is Hibari Kyoya, and right now, my mood could be described as incredibly complex, with more than a hint of anxiety mixed in.
This is because I know all too well that I''m currently in a world called "DxD." According to my memories from my previous life, this world isn''t just filled with Devils, Angels, Fallen Angels, and various pantheons of gods, but also Dragons. It''s a world where gods vie for supremacy, and as a result, I''m constantly in extreme danger.
Even more distressing is the fact that I''m smack-dab in the center of this world''s vortex of chaos: Kuoh Town, and specifically, Kuoh Academy!
To top it off, I''m even in the same class as one of this world''s main heroines, Rias Gremory!
But even those factors alone, I could maybe handle with a bit of luck.
However, my investigations uncovered an even more serious problem: the protagonist of the original story, the host of the Red Dragon Emperor, Hyoudou Issei, is gone.
Not only that, but even the Student Council President Sona Sitri''s peerage member, Saji Genshirou hasn''t become a devil yet, either.
Saji is attending the academy normally, at least. But as for that pervert Hyoudou Issei, there are no traces of his existence anywhere, as if he never existed at all.
At first, I considered that maybe my arrival had caused a butterfly effect, leading to Hyoudou Issei''s non-existence. So, I went to find Hyoudou Issei''s original mother to learn more. But after her repeated confirmations, she insisted she did not have a son named Hyoudou Issei.
Although the disappearance of this lecherous protagonist made me a little uneasy, it also threw my original plans into disarray. But Hyoudou Issei''s disappearance was already a fact, so no matter how much I worried, it wouldn''t do any good.
Because even though this is the world of an anime, Kuoh Town is the Devil''s headquarters. The younger sisters of two of the Underworld''s Maou live here!
Not to mention, Fallen Angels are extremely active in this town.
Soon, high-ranking Fallen Angel cadres will arrive to try and destroy Kuoh Town. Then there''s the White Dragon Emperor, the Khaos Brigade, and many more dangerous matters to come. And as if that weren''t enough, this world also has the looming threat of an invasion by Evil Gods.
When I first arrived in this wish-fulfillment world of anime, I swore I''d stand at the pinnacle of this world.
But now, all of that just seems like a pipe dream.
Ultimately, I''m just an ordinary student right now. I have no power to achieve my grand ambitions. DxD is full of beautiful girls, but I can only watch from the sidelines. All I want is to give them a safe and warm home. What''s wrong with that? I can''t help but feel incredibly frustrated.This novel''s true home is a different platform. Support the author by finding it there.
Over the past decade or so since I arrived, I have tried to train and develop my potential. But no matter how hard I trained, I am still human.
In this world, without power, you can only live cautiously. Your life and death are at the mercy of those in power. I could be killed by a stray Devil or a Fallen Angel at any moment.
For a transmigrator like me, this reality was incredibly depressing.
"The new school year is starting soon, which means the main story is probably about to begin. I had considered trying to become a member of Rias or Sona''s peerage, but I''m just a student with good grades. They probably wouldn''t even give me the time of day."
It seems like I can only take things one step at a time.
[Ding! Sign-In System loading¡­ 20%¡­ 50%¡­ 80%¡­ 100%.]
Just as I was lamenting my situation, a mechanical voice suddenly rang out in my mind.
After being stunned for a good ten seconds, I finally snapped out of it, feeling a surge of excitement. If it weren''t for the fact that it was nighttime and I might disturb others.
Eventually, I managed to get my excitement under control and calm down a bit. I asked the system why it was so late.
"This system only awakens when the main storyline begins."
The system, 18 years late, answered my question honestly.
"You damn system, do you have any idea how I''ve been living these past 18 years? Do you? I''ve been constantly on edge, terrified that I''d run into a stray Devil and get my ass handed to me!"
But in the end, I calmed myself. "Sign-In System? Introduce yourself."
[This system''s function is as the name suggests. By signing in, you can receive rewards. You can sign in at specific locations or complete system-issued tasks to earn rewards. Sign-ins and tasks are graded as White, Green, Red, Black, Purple, Gold, Violet-Gold, and Rainbow.]
"Hmm, the system''s functions are pretty straightforward. It suits me."
My mood was now completely different from the anxiety-ridden state I was in just an hour ago.
"Hey system, I can''t just go around looking for people or places to sign in, right? My memory isn''t perfect. I don''t know everything. Do you have a map or something for marking locations?"
If thisSign-In Systemonly allowed me to sign in at specific locations, that would be very limiting. I couldn''t just run around the whole world, could I?
The system didn''t answer directly. Instead, a screen suddenly appeared before my eyes, visible only to me.
The screen displayed many points where I could sign in, even marking locations in Heaven, Hell, and the Dimensional Gap. Although, I didn''t have the power to go to those places to sign in yet.
I zoomed in on the screen and located Kuoh Town. In an instant, I saw many question mark sign-in locations. I wasn''t surprised. This place is where many of the main heroines gather. It would be strange if there weren''t any sign-in locations here.
After examining it for a while, I dismissed the screen.
Suddenly, I remembered something and jokingly asked the system, "Hey system, you were 18 years late. Don''t you have a newbie gift bag or something? I''ve seen other systems with those. You don''t have one, do you?"
System: "¡­"
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for receiving the Newbie Gift Bag: Rainbow-Grade Sign-In Gift Bag.]
The system''s mechanical voice rang out again, and I froze in shock!
"Holy crap! System, you''re the best! It''s actually the highest-gradeRainbow-Grade Sign-In Gift Bag!"
My face was now permanently etched with an expression of pure joy.
Honestly, I hadn''t expected my system to be so generous. I was originally planning to haggle with it, maybe get a small ability to improve my situation. But now, all I can say is, "System, you''re amazing!"
Based on what I had observed on the system screen earlier, the strongest being in DxD, the True Red Dragon God Emperor, only had a Violet-Gold grade sign-in. I''m guessing the Infinite Dragon God, Ophis, is probably a light Violet-Gold grade sign-in!
So, if I''m getting the highest-gradeRainbow-Grade Gift Bag, I''ve definitely hit the jackpot! [2] : Azure Dragons Power Stuns the World
Just then, a rainbow-colored card appeared before me, radiating a brilliant light.
"System, how do I use this?"
After examining the card carefully, I asked the system.
My heart was pounding with excitement, and my voice trembled slightly.
[The host needs only to lightly touch the card with their finger to open the gift bag.]
Even though the system''s mechanical voice was devoid of emotion, to me it sounded like the most beautiful music in the world.
Suppressing my excitement, I slowly extended my trembling right hand, and my finger lightly touched the rainbow-colored card.
Suddenly, the card emitted a blinding light that scattered in all directions. A figure flew out from the card and soared into the sky above Kuoh Town.
When the light faded, a giant dragon''s phantom, radiating an aura of pure terror, appeared before me.
"Ding! Congratulations to the host for opening the Rainbow-Grade Gift Bag and obtaining the soul of one of the Four Symbols, the Azure Dragon!
(Its World Dragon Kurma From Mondaiji-tachi)
(On VS Battles Wiki, it is classified as a 2-C Multiversal Being!)
Note: The Azure Dragon is more powerful than Kouryuu, one of the Seven Great Demon Kings of the Little Garden who possesses the power of a True Dragon! Due to the host''s current weakness, it can only be used once for a short time. The duration of use and the power it can exert will change along with the host''s own strength."
The system''s voice had barely faded, and I was already completely stunned!
...
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From what I understood, the Little Garden had a vast worldview, but there were very few beings in the double-digit ranks! The exact power level of a single-universe entity was unknown, but in this world, they were absolutely invincible!!
In front of the Azure Dragon, The Great Red, wouldn''t even be worth mentioning.
[Host, do you wish to merge with the soul of the Azure Dragon?]
The system''s mechanical voice interrupted my thoughts, bringing my attention back to the Azure Dragon''s phantom in the sky above Kuoh Town.
"System, merge me with the Azure Dragon''s soul."
I didn''t think twice. I immediately told the system to merge me with the Azure Dragon''s soul. My eyes were glued to the giant dragon''s phantom above.This story has been unlawfully obtained without the author''s consent. Report any appearances on Amazon.
[Ding! Dragon soul fusion beginning¡­]
As the system''s voice sounded, the dragon''s phantom emitted a brilliant beam of light that instantly enveloped me.
As the Azure Dragon''s soul merged with me, I could clearly feel my life essence undergoing a sublimation, an evolution. But what I didn''t know was that the outside world was undergoing earth-shattering changes.
The Azure Dragon''s phantom spanned the entire DxD world. No matter where you were, you could clearly see the Azure Dragon''s phantom.
Even the Great Red, soaring through the Dimensional Gap, could clearly sense the intimidating power of the dragon''s phantom. He was utterly astonished.
A being more powerful than a double-digit from Little Garden. The Azure Dragon. Just a tiny bit of its power leaking out was enough to make the entire world tremble, as if it were about to shatter.
Because of this, even the Great Red had to use his own power to stabilize the world.
And the Fallen Angels and Devils residing in Kuoh Town wore expressions of absolute horror!
"What the hell is going on?"
Rias Gremory, stared blankly at the dragon''s phantom in the sky. She could clearly feel the fear emanating from the depths of her soul.
Her best friend, Sona Sitri, along with their peerages, felt the same way.
Their faces were pale, their pupils constricted, and they were filled with terror as if they were about to die at any moment.
As high-ranking Devils, they had seen many Dragon Kings. They hadn''t seen the two Dragon Gods, but at least they''d heard about them. However, the dragon''s phantom in the sky was unlike any dragon they knew. It was as if it had appeared out of thin air. It was all too surreal.
These two Maou''s sisters wanted to quickly relay the information to their families, but the pressure on their souls made them unable to move.
...
At this moment, the Four Great Maou in the Underworld were also staring at the sky in terror.
"What is this? This dragon''s phantom''s power completely surpasses that of a Dragon God."
They could clearly feel that, with the appearance of this dragon''s phantom, they were like weak ants. Even their internal magic power had stopped circulating.
As one of the few remaining Super Devils in the Underworld, Maou Lucifer understood that even facing the Infinite Dragon God wouldn''t cause such a feeling of powerlessness.
But in the face of this dragon''s phantom, he couldn''t muster a single thought of resistance, because this dragon''s phantom could definitely erase him with a single thought.
....
It wasn''t just the Underworld. Even the main gods of the various pantheons, such as those in Hell, the Greek pantheon, and the Norse pantheon, were staring at the dragon''s phantom in astonishment.
And, of course, the various Dragon races were reacting, too. The current Five Great Dragon Kings, the evil dragons, the Red Dragon Emperor and the White Dragon Emperor, looked at the dragon''s phantom in the sky with reverence in their hearts. Their power was on a completely different level from that of the phantom.
Just then, the Azure Dragon''s soul completely merged with me.
The Azure Dragon''s soul suddenly let out a dragon''s roar that made the powerhouses of the various pantheons scared.
Then, the dragon''s phantom disappeared from the sky above Kuoh Town. The main gods of the various pantheons all looked towards Kuoh Town with grim expressions. They then issued a series of orders, their intentions unknown.
For example, the originally troublemaking Indra sent a message to Cao Cao, asking him to maintain a low profile recently.
In a certain unknown location, a black-haired loli appeared. It was none other than the infinitely cute Dragon God, Ophis. She stared blankly at the sky and muttered.
"A strange Dragon God whose power far surpasses mine and the Great Red''s¡­ I wonder if you can help me reclaim my silence?" [3] : First Sign-In, Three Types of Haki
Slowly opening my eyes, I could clearly feel the Azure Dragon''s soul power within me, but I couldn''t use it. I was still too weak. If I tried to activate the Azure Dragon''s power now, I''d probably explode in a matter of seconds.
"Still, as a life-saving trump card, it''s more than enough."
With that thought, I went back to my room, suppressed my excitement, and slowly closed my eyes, drifting off to sleep.
...
The next morning, as I stepped onto the grounds of Kuoh Academy, the system''s voice rang out.
[Ding! Detected special sign-in location: Kuoh Academy. Red Grade. Sign in?]
"Kuoh Academy is Red Grade? Well, I guess that makes sense. It is the gathering place of the main characters, after all."
I muttered thoughtfully to myself.
Then, I mentally commanded, "System, sign in."
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully signing in at a Red Grade location. Reward: Top-Tier Three Types of Haki.]
It was actually [Top-Tier Three Types of Haki], I was a little surprised.
In the world of One Piece, Haki was incredibly powerful.
Top-Tier Observation Haki could even allow you to glimpse into the future.
Top-Tier Armament Haki could be applied to the body or weapons, and the advanced form, Ryou, could even destroy an enemy from the inside, causing devastating damage.
Top-Tier Conqueror''s Haki, with its Conqueror''s Coating, was even more powerful.
All in all, I was pretty satisfied with getting Three-Types of Haki from a Red Grade sign-in.
The only problem was that, although I had obtained Armament Haki, my physical condition was still that of an Average Human. More importantly, I had no combat experience, so I couldn''t unleash its full potential.
But then I thought about it some more and cast aside my worries. As long as I kept signing in, I could make up for these shortcomings.
I mentally called up my status screen:
<><><><>
Host: Hibari Kyoya
Physique: Average Human
Magic: None
Abilities: Top-Tier Three Types of Haki, Azure Dragon Soul Power (Sealed)
Inventory: None
<><><><>
As soon as I entered the classroom, the system issued two new sign-in tasks.
[Ding! Discovered character sign-in target: Rias Gremory. Task Condition: Defeat her and make her acknowledge you.]
[Ding! Discovered character sign-in target: Akeno Himejima. Task Condition: Tame her and make her fall for you.]
Looking at the two tasks, I couldn''t help but fall silent.
You''ve got to be kidding me, system. With my current strength, without using the Azure Dragon''s power, how could I possibly be Rias''s match?This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road. If you spot it on Amazon, please report it.
And Akeno? Don''t let her gentle appearance fool you. She''s got a seriously sadistic side. If I''m not strong enough, I''ll probably be the one getting tamed instead!
Just thinking about it made me shudder.
...
Suddenly, Rias felt a gaze on her and turned to see me looking her way.
My grades at Kuoh Academy were naturally always at the top. Combined with my good looks, I was quite the campus celebrity. So, Rias was familiar with me. It was precisely because she knew me that she felt a little puzzled.
Just as Rias was lost in thought, a seductive voice teased in her ear.
"Ara ara, Rias, you''ve been staring at Hibari-san. Could it be that you''ve taken a liking to him?"
Rias''s heart skipped a beat, and she turned to see Akeno smiling playfully at her.
"Well, considering it''s Hibari-san, who always gets top marks despite sleeping in class, and is so incredibly handsome, it wouldn''t be surprising if Rias fell for him."
Akeno continued with a teasing smile.
"It''s just a shame that I also have a bit of a crush on him. But if it''s Rias, I guess I''ll have to give up."
A faint blush appeared on Rias''s cheeks. She knew Akeno was just joking, so she simply rolled her eyes and replied.
"I was just a little surprised. It feels like Hibari-san''s aura has changed significantly. I can''t help but feel a sense of pressure just from looking into his eyes."
Akeno was a little surprised to hear Rias''s words. After all, Rias at level of a High-class. For her to feel pressure from me meant something was definitely different.
It made sense, though. I now possessed Conqueror''s Haki, the Haki of a true king. However, I couldn''t control it yet, which was why my aura was leaking out like this.
Akeno then asked Rias if she wanted to investigate what had happened to me.
But after thinking it over, Rias told Akeno to drop the investigation. The events of last night with the dragon''s phantom, along with her brother''s warning this morning, had left her feeling stressed.
But what Rias could never have guessed was that the cause of this strange phenomenon was none other than me, and he was currently sitting just a few feet away from her.
When the dismissal bell rang, I slung my bag over my shoulder and headed out of the school gates.
And just at that moment, I happened to run into a certain emotionless, petite girl walking in the opposite direction. It was none other than Rias''s Rook, Koneko Toujou.
[Ding! Discovered sign-in target: Koneko Toujou.]
Task Condition 1: Defeat her at a video game! Reward: White Grade.
Task Condition 2: Give Koneko Toujou a head pat! Reward: White Grade.
Task Condition 3: Resolve the conflict between Koneko Toujou and her sister, Kuroka Toujou! Reward: Red Grade."
I was surprised to see three sign-in tasks pop up for Koneko all at once.
Task 1 didn''t seem too difficult. Even though Koneko was a gaming expert, in my past life, I was a pro gamer, Beating Koneko should be a piece of cake.
But Task 2... seriously, system? You''re getting cheekier by the day. Koneko''s head isn''t something you can just touch. If I tried to pat her head, I''d probably get punched into a wall, so hard I''d be impossible to get out!
As for Task 3, it shouldn''t be too hard in the future, either. The conflict between the sisters is really just a misunderstanding. Once I get stronger, I can just grab Koneko''s sister, Kuroka, and have them clear things up.
Then, I slowly walked over to Koneko.
Koneko, seeing me approach, stared at me intently.
Meanwhile, a cold sweat started to form on my forehead. After all, being stared down by an expressionless, petite girl would make anyone nervous.
"Is there something you need, Hibari-senpai?"
"Ah¡­ well, actually, I was wondering if you''d like to go to the arcade with me to play some games."
After a moment''s thought, I calmly explained my intentions to Koneko.
Hearing my words, a flicker of surprise finally appeared on Koneko''s usually blank face. She hadn''t expected the top student in the school to invite her to play games. But she was also quite happy about it, so she agreed.
And so, Koneko and I had an intense battle at the arcade. Don''t get any weird ideas, we were just playing video games. But the end result left Koneko feeling utterly defeated.
Koneko stared at me in disbelief, her eyes wide with shock. She hadn''t expected this shut-in senior of hers to be able to beat her at video games.
"Don''t worry, Koneko-chan. I''m a genius, after all."
As I comforted Koneko, I slowly extended my hand and gently patted her head.
Instantly, a blush appeared on Koneko''s cheeks. She then raised her small, soft hand and slapped my hand away, her face cold.
"Pervert Hibari-senpai."
"I''m really sorry. I just thought you were so cute, I couldn''t help myself. To make it up to you, I''ll treat you to more games or dinner sometime."
I sincerely apologized to Koneko and asked for her forgiveness.
Hearing my apology, Koneko''s expression softened slightly. But she was still exasperated by my thick-skinned behavior. In the end, she chose to forgive my act.
"If you do it again¡­" Koneko raised her clenched fist and shook it menacingly at me.
"¡­"
"Don''t worry, there won''t be a next time. Well then, Koneko-chan, I''ll be going now. See you tomorrow." I broke out in another cold sweat and quickly made my exit.
After watching me leave, Koneko returned to her usual emotionless self and headed towards the Occult Research Club. [4] : Power Upgrade—Brutal Destruction of a Low-Class Stray Devil
The next morning, as I leisurely walked towards Kuoh Academy, I asked the system about the completion status of my tasks.
[Patting Koneko Toujou''s head task completed. Reward: Zanpakuto: Zangetsu (Bankai mastered)]
[Defeating Koneko Toujou at a video game task completed. Reward: Mastered Rokushiki.]
Hearing the system''s rewards, even though I remained outwardly calm, my heart was bursting with joy.
I now had Mastered Rokushiki along with extensive combat experience, which, combined with the Three-Types of Haki I received earlier, represented a massive leap in my power.
As for the Zanpakuto Zangetsu, I was a bit surprised but also thrilled. Back in my previous life, when I watched Bleach, I always fantasized about owning a Zanpakuto.
I just hadn''t expected the system to reward me with the Zanpakuto of Bleach''s protagonist, Ichigo Kurosaki.
"System, can Zangetsu stay in its Bankai form permanently?"
I wasn''t really a fan of Zangetsu''s Shikai form, which was a giant cleaver. I preferred the sleek, slender katana form of its Bankai.
[Acknowledging host''s preference. Zangetsu''s form is now permanently set to Bankai. The host can freely switch between Zangetsu''s forms according to their will.]
Hearing the system''s solution, I was in a great mood. I even started humming a tune on my way home.
...
And just at that moment, the system''s voice rang out in my mind again.
[Ding! Detected a Nearby Stray Devil. Killing it will yield a White Grade reward.]
After receiving the system''s task, I felt incredibly fortunate. Fortunately, my golden finger had arrived yesterday, otherwise, I might have ended up as this Stray Devil''s next meal.
Then, a surge of excitement coursed through me. I could finally experience my first real battle!
When I reached the depths of the alley, I saw a scantily clad woman.
She was wearing a loose robe, holding a bottle of liquor, her long black hair was wet, and a sickly sweet, heavy fragrance wafted from her. I examined her closely and saw that she was a seductive, enchanting woman.
The woman also noticed me, and her eyes lit up. She smiled seductively and walked towards me.
"Well, well, well, what a handsome young man we have here. How about a drink? Let''s do something fun, shall we?"
The woman winked at me suggestively and spoke in a seductive tone.
Facing this clueless Stray Devil''s advances, I raised an eyebrow. A playful idea popped into my head. I decided to toy with her a bit before finishing her off. So I said:
"Sure, but I''m afraid you might have spiked the drink. A guy''s gotta protect himself when he''s out and about, you know? How about you take a swig first?"
The Stray Devil was momentarily taken aback. Could this kid have seen through the poison in my drink? But then she shrugged it off. What did she have to fear from a student?
She wasn''t afraid of poison anyway. Her favorite thing was to watch humans slowly get devoured while suffering from the effects of her poison. Just thinking about it made her heart race, almost like a climax.
The Stray Devil immediately picked up the bottle and took a large gulp, then handed it to me, saying:
"There, see? I drank plenty. Now it''s your turn, handsome."
But I didn''t take the bottle. Instead, I crossed my arms and looked at her with a playful smirk.
Seeing my expression, the Stray Devil grew impatient and urged me:This tale has been unlawfully obtained from Royal Road. If you discover it on Amazon, kindly report it.
"What are you looking at, handsome? Drink up! After you''re done, I''ll show you something really good."
Seeing that I was still unmoved, the Stray Devil finally snapped. She revealed her true form and roared at me with a ferocious face.
"You little shit! Drink! Why aren''t you drinking? If you''re not going to drink, then just die!"
The woman had now transformed into her true Stray Devil form: a monstrous spider with six eyes on her upper body and six legs on her lower body.
I looked at the mentally broken Stray Devil with disgust.
"What''s wrong? Showing your true colors already? And you call yourself a mature Stray Devil? With that attitude? Go back and train some more. Although, it''s a shame you won''t get the chance."
Hearing my taunts, the Stray Devil finally understood. This damn human had known her identity all along and was just toying with her! Rage consumed her.
"I''m going to tear you to pieces!"
In an instant, the Stray Devil lunged at me, her six eyes spinning wildly, her blood-red claws reaching straight for my neck.
But I remained exceptionally calm. With my Observation Haki, I could easily dodge the Stray Devil''s attacks. But I didn''t plan on dodging. I wanted to test my current strength by taking the attack head-on.
I activated Iron Body, hardening my entire body.
But then I suddenly remembered a saying from my past life: Iron Body = standing still = taking full damage = instant death!
Therefore, cherish life, stay away from Iron Body. Besides the Marine Hero Garp, everyone else who used Iron Body seemed to have a misplaced sense of confidence, leading to their swift demise.
Thinking of this, I suddenly felt a little panicked, afraid that I might also fall victim to this Iron Body illusion and end up dead. So, I quickly coated my entire body with Armament Haki, turning my skin pitch black.
Crack!
The Stray Devil''s claws shattered on impact, and she let out a pained shriek.
"Argh! You damn brat!"
I ignored the Stray Devil''s howls and used Soru to retreat a dozen steps. I touched my neck and thought back to the Stray Devil''s attack.
"It seems that with my current Iron Body and Armament Haki hardening, I could probably withstand a full-force attack from a Mid-class."
My gaze suddenly sharpened, like a honed blade.
''Haki-Tempest Kick!''
I softly uttered this incredibly chuunibyou-esque attack name and used one of the Rokushiki, Soru, to disappear from my spot.
In an instant, a dozen afterimages appeared around the Stray Devil, accompanied by a raging whirlwind. It was as if I were at the center of a tornado.
Numerous cracks appeared on the surrounding walls, as if they had been slashed. In the blink of an eye, I appeared above the Stray Devil.
Snap!
After returning to my original position, I walked directly to the backpack I had thrown on the ground earlier.
Even though this was my first real fight, I felt that my mastery of the Rokushiki and Haki was probably not much inferior to a Marine Vice Admiral''s.
After all, I had the system''s gift of rich combat experience. So the battle itself wasn''t difficult.
But as I picked up my backpack and prepared to leave, the Stray Devil''s eyes were filled with mockery. She sneered:
"Hahaha, I thought you were something special. Turns out you''re just all flash and no substance¡­ How utterly weak. In that case, I won''t hold back any¡ª"
...
"Tsk, You still don''t get it, do you?"
I stopped and turned my head, looking at the Stray Devil with a calm gaze.
"You''re already dead. Well¡ªa dead devil, to be precise."
"What are you talking about¡­?"
The Stray Devil didn''t even get to finish her sentence.
Splat!
The Stray Devil''s body collapsed, her limbs severed and scattered across the ground. A thin line appeared on her neck, and her head rolled away like a ball.
Blood splattered everywhere, raining down like a gruesome shower. Only then did the Stray Devil realize... that she had been cut to pieces by this brat!
Thud!
Her body hit the ground.
Looking at the gruesome scene, I felt a little troubled. But after a moment''s thought, I decided to leave this mess behind.
Surely Rias or Sona would take care of the cleanup, since they were the ones in charge of this town. Besides, they''re going to be my women in the future. It''s only right that they help their husband out a little, right?
"Ding! Task completed. Reward: Perfect Rumble-Rumble Fruit (weakness to water removed)."
"I hit the jackpot! It''s the Rumble-Rumble Fruit without any weaknesses!"
The Rumble-Rumble Fruit was a Logia-type Devil Fruit from One Piece. It allowed the user to transform into lightning, making them immune to physical attacks, most energy attacks, and non-Haki attacks. It also granted the user the ability to freely generate and control electricity.
They could also use electric waves to enhance their Observation Haki, and they could use the fruit''s power to teleport. It possessed ridiculous destructive power.
And this reward had even removed the Devil Fruit''s weakness to water! Although I couldn''t fully utilize the Rumble-Rumble Fruit''s power yet, it was more than enough for self-defense in the short term. It seemed like my luck had finally turned.
...
Suddenly, a magic circle appeared before me.
Several familiar figures slowly emerged from it, causing me to feel a mix of surprise and annoyance!
"Here comes trouble." [5] : Rejecting Riass Invitation
Just as I was still marveling at my new powers, the figures of the three people in the magic circle became clear.
It was Rias and her two peerage members, Koneko Toujou and Akeno Himejima.
The three of them fell silent as they took in the gruesome sight of the dismembered Stray Devil. Akeno was the first to speak, turning her gaze towards me.
"if it isn''t Hibari-san? I didn''t realize you were a Devil, too. But... you have a human''s aura!"
After confirming that I was human, Akeno was visibly shocked. She couldn''t imagine that the seemingly ordinary shut-in from her memories possessed such power.
Even the usually expressionless Koneko had a flicker of shock in her eyes. As for Rias, the initial surprise on her beautiful face quickly faded, replaced by a look of intrigue as she studied me.
"Hibari-san?"
Seeing the expressions of the three girls, I quickly realized that hiding was no longer an option. So, I casually walked up to them.
The quiet alley was bathed in the bright, silvery light of the moon. A gentle breeze blew past, carrying a slight chill.
The three of them silently surrounded me. Finally, the ever-impatient Akeno broke the silence.
"No wonder Rias said you''d changed a lot in the past few months. I never expected you to have such strength, Hibari-san."
"Hibari-san¡­ you have to tell me your secret~ I''m just dying to know~"
Akeno placed her delicate hands on my shoulders and whispered softly into my ear, her warm breath tickling my skin.
A sweet fragrance wafted into my nostrils, and I could feel her breath on my ear, sending shivers down my spine. I turned my head to see Akeno looking at me with a tender, smiling gaze.
In an instant, I felt my blood rush, and my mind filled with endless fantasies.
That damn Akeno, she''s such a sadist, teasing me like this. When I finally claim you, I''ll be sure to get my revenge! Vixen!!
Rias, seeing this display, seemed to have come to a conclusion, but she still asked, "Hibari-san, if you don''t mind, could you explain what happened here?"
I sighed and explained, "Isn''t it obvious? This Stray Devil tried to seduce me and then eat me. I had no choice but to defend myself and kill it."
"I assure you, I''m a law-abiding, model citizen!!"
Rias looked at the dismembered Stray Devil and then gave me a playful, skeptical look. If it weren''t for the gruesome scene before her, she might have actually believed me. After a moment''s thought, she decided to trust me.
But even though Rias believed me, Koneko had already moved to stand protectively in front of her, clearly on guard against me.
Rias gently patted Koneko''s head and said with a smile, "It''s okay, Koneko-chan. Hibari-san doesn''t mean us any harm."The tale has been taken without authorization; if you see it on Amazon, report the incident.
Seeing this, I teased, "Hey, Koneko-chan, we''re gaming buddies, aren''t we? I even invited you to play games earlier. It''s a bit hurtful that you''re treating your friend like this."
Hearing Rias''s reassurance and my teasing, Koneko lowered her guard, but she didn''t move from her position in front of Rias.
"Sorry, Hibari-senpai."
Rias looked at Koneko, standing protectively in front of her, with a look of pure affection in her eyes.
I waved my hand dismissively, indicating that I was just joking.
Suddenly, Akeno turned to me, gently caressing my cheek with her right hand. "Hibari-san, you still haven''t answered my question~ It''s not very gentlemanly to leave a lady hanging, you know?"
Facing Akeno''s renewed inquiry, I looked at her with a mischievous glint in my eyes and said, "Akeno, you haven''t told me about your being a Devil, either. But this is a secret of the Hibari family, passed down only to the family. If you want to know, you''ll have to become my wife. So, are you interested?"
In response to my teasing, Akeno pretended to be shy, a blush spreading across her cheeks. "Hibari-san, you''re such a bad boy! ''Sob sob''... All I did was ask a question, and now you want me to be your girlfriend."
But I didn''t respond to Akeno''s words. Instead, I shifted my gaze to Rias.
Seemingly having thought of something, Akeno looked at Rias and me with a playful smile. "Ara... could it be that Hibari-san has taken a liking to Rias? Well, that''s understandable! But what about me? Are you planning to abandon me? You just said you wanted me, and now you are going after Rias to live happily ever after? All men are the same! Right, Rias?"
The beautiful girl with the black ponytail, feigning tears, turned to complain to the equally busty, crimson-haired beauty beside her.
Rias and I both sighed helplessly at Akeno''s dramatic performance.
"Stop pretending, Akeno. I know your personality all too well. You can''t fool me."
As soon as I said that, Akeno immediately stopped her fake crying and pressed her finger to her lips, her eyes full of playful interest in me.
"Ara, Hibari-san, you seem to know me very well. But we haven''t really interacted much. Why do you say that?"
I stared intently at Akeno and said softly, "Because I''ve always liked you. Akeno,"
Hearing my bold, almost confession-like words, even the usually sadistic Akeno blushed, her eyes darting away, unable to meet my gaze.
Rias, watching this exchange that seemed almost like flirting, was utterly bewildered. She then chuckled softly, covering her mouth with her hand.
And to my confusion, I noticed that Koneko was now glaring at me with a look of resentment. Could she be... jealous?
I spoke again, "Of course, I also like the captivating Rias, and my cute and petite underclassman, Koneko-chan, too."
Hearing my words, Akeno giggled and whispered in my ear.
"Ara ara~ such a bold declaration." Akeno slowly returned to Rias''s side.
But Koneko was now staring at me with an unfriendly gaze, her face full of disgust. "You''re getting more and more perverted, Hibari-san."
"A gentleman appreciates beauty without being lewd, and is romantic without being vulgar. How can that be called perverted?" I turned to Koneko and tried to defend myself.
"...."
Even though she understood what I meant, it didn''t stop Koneko from looking at me with utter disgust.
"Since Hibari-san is so fond of Akeno, how about becoming my peerage member?"
Seeing how well I got along with her peerage members, and considering my strength as a human, as well as the increasingly tense situation, Rias decided to try and recruit me.
"If you agree to become my peerage member, Hibari-san, you can spend a lot of time with Akeno~~ Of course, you''ll have to be mindful of the time and place when you''re together. How about it? Are you tempted?"
"Ara~~ Is Rias abandoning me? Even though we are the best of family, this is truly heartbreaking. Sob sob..." Akeno pretended to cry after hearing Rias''s words, but she didn''t actually object.
"Although your offer is very tempting, Rias," I paused, then pointed my index finger to the sky and declared, "why would I give up the entire forest for just one tree? Therefore, I refuse."
Koneko: "¡­"
Akeno: "¡­"
Hearing my bold declaration and subsequent refusal, Rias was momentarily speechless.
She shot me a frustrated glare, but deep down, she felt an even stronger desire to have me, to tame me thoroughly.
And so, after I promised to visit the Occult Research Club sometime, Rias finally let me go. [6] : Preparing to Challenge the Kendo Club
Early the next morning, I woke up and practiced swordsmanship in the courtyard. After familiarizing myself with Zangetsu, I rushed to the academy, arriving in my classroom just minutes before the first bell.
Now, through practicing basic swordsmanship, the techniques were already deeply ingrained in my memory.
What I needed to do now was to constantly engage in combat to further Improve and familiarize myself with the swordsmanship I had mastered.
This way, when I used Zangetsu''s Bankai, I was confident that my combat power would increase significantly!
However, just as I was about to sit down, the red-haired girl in front of me politely greeted me.
"Good morning, Kyoya-kun."
"Good morning, Rias, Akeno."
"Ara ara~ Even though you confessed to me yesterday, making me your girlfriend, you greeted Rias before me this morning! It''s really quite hurtful..."
Akeno covered her face and pretended to cry, but her eyes were constantly, secretly observing my reaction.
Having already familiarized myself with Akeno''s personality, I knew her tricks all too well. So I simply ignored her theatrics.
"Alright, that''s enough, Akeno. Your attempt at acting pitiful is making me feel sorry for you, but it''s completely useless. I won''t be fooled so easily. I know you like the back of my hand."
"Oh? Does that mean you have some deep, dark secret, Kyoya-kun? Or did you secretly investigate me? Why else would you say you know everything about me?"
Akeno lowered her hands, her pretty face full of confusion and surprise. Rias, beside her, also stared at me with wide, astonished eyes.
However, I calmly sat down and took out the textbook for the upcoming class, all while looking tenderly at Akeno.
"If you want to know the truth, Akeno, as I said yesterday, you need to become a member of my family. So, are you considering becoming my family? Will you be my girlfriend?"
Hearing my bold and ambiguous confession again, Akeno fell into a rare silence.
Rias, observing this strange scene, watched the two of us with great interest.
"Geez, really, we''ve only just met, and you''re already asking me to be your girlfriend, Kyoya-kun. You''re so forward, but I don''t mind if we start dating first, you know!" Akeno teased playfully.The narrative has been stolen; if detected on Amazon, report the infringement.
Akeno made a show of looking regretful, which made me sigh helplessly in my heart. But I didn''t get discouraged.
She hadn''t explicitly rejected me, which was a good start. It meant she had some positive feelings towards me.
Seeing my calm expression, Akeno seemed to have thought of something, and she instantly dropped her playful act.
"Oh, that''s right, Kyoya-kun. Be sure to come to the Occult Research Club after school today! You promised yesterday, so you can''t refuse us today."
"..."
Being invited again, I stopped what I was doing, looked at the smiling Akeno and the serious Rias, and nodded slowly.
"Alright, I''ll ask Koneko-chan to take me there after school."
...
I spent the entire day spacing out and sleeping in class.
For a genius student who always got the top scores on exams, the teachers were already used to it. And so, the school day ended quickly.
"Looks like I''ll need to ask Koneko-chan about this later," I muttered to myself.
"Hm? Is there something you need Koneko''s help with? If possible, we can help too." Rias said, her gaze fixed on me as she organized her textbooks.
Meanwhile, Akeno added with a hint of dissatisfaction, "That''s right. I''m already Kyoya-kun''s ''potential'' girlfriend. If you have any questions, why don''t you just ask me? Why go to Koneko-chan? Do you perhaps prefer petite girls like her? It makes me sad..."
"..."
Catching the faint smile at the corner of Akeno''s mouth, I let out a soft sigh and calmly ignored her teasing.
After the system awakened yesterday, I had gotten into the habit of constantly checking it for new tasks.
And just this morning, while I was practicing my swordsmanship, I received a new task from the system.
[Ding! Task issued: Go to the Kendo Club and defeat Sona Sitri''s Knight, Tomoe Meguri.]
The corners of my mouth twitched as I read the system''s task. This damn system, this task is clearly telling me to go and make enemies. But I have to do it. I''m still too weak.
"Could you wait a moment, I..."
Just as I was about to say something, Akeno shot me a fierce glare.
"KYOYA-KUN! You promised just now, didn''t you? Are you going to try and make up some excuse to get out of it now? You can''t go back on your word."
Hearing this, I immediately waved my hands weakly and said, "No, no, of course, I won''t go back on my word."
Because if I didn''t explain myself now, not only Akeno but probably even Rias would be very displeased with me, which would significantly lower their opinion of me. So, I naturally wouldn''t do something so foolish.
Rias and Akeno exchanged glances, completely confused about what I was playing at.
Then Rias asked hesitantly, "Then what do you mean?"
"It''s a personal matter. I have something I need to take care of today, and I''d like Koneko-chan to take me to the Kendo Club. After I''m done, I''ll go straight to the Occult Research Club with her. Don''t worry. Why else would I pass up two such beautiful ladies...?"
"In that case, Akeno and I will head back to the clubroom first and wait for you."
Rias nodded with a faint smile. Then, the two of them left the classroom, disappearing from my sight.
...
I let out a sigh of relief. Then, I found Koneko-chan and explained my intentions.
Although Koneko was a little confused as to why I was interested in the Kendo Club, she still agreed to my request.
Then, under Koneko''s guidance, I headed towards the Kendo Club. [7] : Hibari Kyoya VS Meguri Tomoe
When we arrived at the Kendo Club, we were met with intense stares.
As the academy''s "mascot," Koneko was used to the attention.
And as a bit of a campus celebrity myself, I wasn''t fazed either. Though, the jealous glares from the male kendo club members were hard to miss.
First, I had managed to get close to Rias and Akeno, and now I was with Koneko. If they could, they probably would have executed me on the spot!
But I''d endured this kind of scrutiny countless times before. So, I ignored the murderous looks from the guys.
Just as I was lost in thought, a girl with reddish-brown hair in twin-tails, wearing a kendo uniform, interrupted my musings.
"Hibari-san, is there something you need from the Kendo Club? Are you perhaps thinking of joining?"
I looked at the girl''s face, but instead of answering her question immediately, I searched my memories for information about her.
Her name was Tomoe Meguri, from a family of exorcists in Kyoto, and she was Student Council President Sona Sitri''s Knight.
After observing her for a few seconds, I calmly stated, "Tomoe-san, I apologize for the intrusion. I''m here today to challenge the Kendo Club."
"Challenge?"
Tomoe''s smile slowly faded, and her expression turned sour. Anger flared in her eyes.
Challenging the Kendo Club was basically the same as picking a fight with them!
Even Koneko was shocked, not knowing what to say...
"Hibari-san, do you have any idea what you''re saying?" Tomoe''s voice was no longer as cheerful as before. Her anger was barely contained.
Even though I had expected this kind of reaction, I couldn''t help but feel a little apprehensive.
I suppressed the bitterness welling up inside me, sighed helplessly, and explained, "I do. But I have my reasons... and my main target is you..."
"What? You''ve got some nerve! I don''t care what your reasons are, but as a shut-in, you''re challenging me right off the bat? Just how much do you look down on our Kendo Club?!"
Tomoe was practically laughing with anger at my words. She had heard some rumors about me around the academy and thought I was a polite and modest person. But now, it seemed that arrogance was my true nature.
"I know my actions are rude, but I really have no other choice... I hope you can understand, Tomoe-san." A bitter feeling welled up inside me.
After this, Student Council President Sona Sitri would probably come looking for me to lecture me. She might even try to make me her peerage member, just like Rias...Stolen from its rightful author, this tale is not meant to be on Amazon; report any sightings.
"Fine! Since you insist, I''ll grant your wish!" Tomoe said with a cold expression. clearly planning to put me in my place.
"Hibari-san, I''ll accept your challenge. But you''ll have to defeat the other members of the Kendo Club first before you can face me."
Hearing Tomoe''s words, I replied, "No problem."
"Did you all hear that? I don''t need to say anything more." Tomoe said to the surrounding Kendo Club members, her face stern.
Hearing their captain''s words, the other members felt a surge of uncontrollable anger. Someone had come to challenge them, which was a huge insult to every member!
I calmly walked over to a rack of wooden swords and picked one up.
"Can we start now?"
"Yes! I won''t have everyone gang up on you. You can choose your opponents. If you win, you can challenge me. If you lose, you''ll leave the Kendo Club immediately! And for Rias-senpai and the others'' sake, I''ll pretend this never happened. But the Kendo Club will no longer welcome you."
Although Tomoe thought I was arrogant, she saw that I had come with Koneko, so she assumed I was friends with Rias and Akeno.
She didn''t want to make things too difficult for me, fearing that Rias might complain to the Student Council President later, which would be a hassle.
However, I shook my head and said something that enraged the entire Kendo Club, "There''s no need for that. You can all come at me at once."
"..."
Koneko: Hibari-senpai....
The room fell silent. The other Kendo Club members saw the icy expression on their captain''s face.
On the other hand, I seemed completely oblivious to the fact that I had just said something incredibly arrogant. I stared at Tomoe, waiting for her answer.
"In that case, I have nothing more to say. Everyone, attack together!" Hearing their captain''s cold command, all the members exchanged glances, gripped their wooden swords, and charged at me!
But despite this, I remained exceptionally calm.
...
I stood with my left hand behind my back, my feet shoulder-width apart, and my right hand gripping the wooden sword.
Seeing my stance, Tomoe couldn''t help but sneer inwardly. It looked like I had never learned swordsmanship.
Fighting like that was practically suicide. But the next moment, she was stunned, her eyes wide with disbelief.
I coated my wooden sword with black Armament Haki and, without moving from my spot, swung it forward.
With several cracks, the wooden swords of the charging Kendo Club members were all sliced, and they were sent flying backward.
However, I held back against two of the girls. The rest of the members were now lying on the ground, groaning in pain.
I glanced at the two girls, and familiar images flashed through my mind.
If my memory served me right, these two girls should be members of Sona Sitri''s peerage: Tsubasa Yura, the Rook, and Reya Kusaka, the Bishop!
"You two lovely ladies, how about surrendering?"
"I... I surrender..." Yura stammered, looking at the scene in shock. Kusaka, standing beside her, quickly followed suit.
"I didn''t know Hibari-senpai was so skilled in swordsmanship!"
"That''s right, that''s right! Why was Hibari-senpai pretending to be weak?"
Looking over, I saw the two girls staring at me with hearts in their eyes. Great, two more girls had fallen head over heels.
"..."
Tomoe stared blankly at the scene before her. If my earlier actions had made her furious, and she wanted to use all her strength.
Now, her face was undoubtedly filled with a burning fighting spirit!
It seemed that the rumors about me were completely unfounded.
Tomoe''s mind was racing, imagining all sorts of fantastical scenarios. And as she thought about it, the fighting spirit on her pretty face intensified.
I had no idea what she was thinking. [8] : Tomoe Meguris Defeat, Kiba Yuutos Astonishment
"Well then, Tomoe-san, I guess it''s our turn now." I completely ignored the two girls on the sidelines, my attention now fully focused on Tomoe.
Since obtaining Zangetsu, aside from practicing this morning, this was my first real sword fight against another person.
And now, my opponent was Tomoe Meguri, who possessed the power of a Mid-class. I was genuinely excited!
Hearing my words, a faint blush crept onto Tomoe''s cheeks, like the first bloom of a peach blossom. She avoided looking directly at me. But she quickly recovered and regained her composure.
"Hibari-san, I apologize for my earlier behavior. Although I don''t know your reasons for challenging me, I cannot back down from a challenge from such a skilled opponent!" As she spoke, Tomoe walked over to the weapon rack and picked up a wooden sword.
"Then, let''s begin!"
I smiled faintly and tightened my grip on my wooden sword, quickly advancing towards Tomoe.
Meaningless verbal sparring was pointless. It was better to let our swordsmanship decide the victor!
Tomoe also raised her wooden sword and met my advance!
With all the members of the Kendo Club as witnesses, we began our fierce duel.
Clang!
Our wooden swords collided with a sharp sound, and then we both quickly retreated, creating distance between us, only to clash again and again!
Clang!
Clang!
Clang!
As the sounds of our swords clashing echoed, our movements became faster and faster!
After blocking another one of my attacks, Tomoe spoke excitedly.
"Hibari-san, could it be that you''re also....? My power and speed have increased significantly, yet you can still keep up with me, fighting evenly while wielding your sword with only one hand."
"Well..."
Hearing Tomoe''s praise, I simply shook my head and smiled without explaining further. It seemed she had mistaken me for one of Rias''s peerage. If I revealed that I was just a human, she probably wouldn''t use her full Devil powers against me.
This was a rare opportunity to fight against a skilled swordsman of similar strength. I had to cherish it. In fact, I was incredibly excited.
From our exchanges so far, I could tell that Tomoe''s swordsmanship was superior to mine, and her fundamentals were much stronger.
But because of my Observation Haki''s, I could easily evade her attacks and counterattack.
So, for the time being, neither of us could gain an advantage. However, through this sparring, I was becoming more and more proficient in combat.Stolen story; please report.
Her eyes flickered constantly, and finally, Tomoe made her declaration.
"Hibari-san, I''m going all out now!!"
"That''s exactly what I want. To be honest, I''m very happy that you''re willing to fight me with your full strength." I responded with a slight smile, my eyes sharpening.
Tomoe was now planning to use her full Mid-class strength. Naturally, I had to go all out as well.
I couldn''t afford to be careless anymore, or playing the role of a sheep to lure the wolf would only make me the real fool in the end. It would also be disrespectful to her.
Our wooden swords clashed again, but compared to the previous exchanges, our speed and power were now on a completely different level.
We both seemed to treat each other as mortal enemies, our minds filled with thoughts of how to defeat the other.
Tomoe, as an heir to an ancient family of exorcists, used her family''s secret exorcism swordsmanship, relentlessly attacking me!
But despite Tomoe''s fierce onslaught, I remained calm and composed. My breathing was steady. I easily blocked Tomoe''s attacks, and even found opportunities to counterattack!
Standing to the side, Yura Tsubasa and Reya Kusaka watched our fight with astonishment.
"I-is this an illusion? Hibari-senpai can actually fight on par with the captain?!"
"It''s unbelievable... Honestly, I''m shocked too! He sleeps in class and still gets good grades, he''s handsome, and now he''s this good at kendo. If word gets out, I bet tons of girls will see him as their ideal man..."
"Yeah, you''re right..."
The two girls whispered to each other, unaware that as they watched me, their faces had turned as red as roses under the setting sun. Their shy expressions were endearingly cute.
Koneko, observing the two girls'' infatuated expressions from the side, couldn''t help but think to herself, ''That pervert is such a lady-killer... But I didn''t expect him to be this strong, almost as strong as Kiba.''
...
I was completely oblivious to the girls'' little side conversation. Even if I had heard their discussion, I wouldn''t have had time to explain.
Because at this moment, I was completely immersed in the joy of battle. I was thrilled to have met such a well-matched opponent in Tomoe.
As our wooden swords collided again with a loud bang, I retreated a few steps, a wider smile spreading across my face.
"This is amazing! But it''s time to end this. Tomoe-san, prepare yourself for my strongest attack!"
Tomoe didn''t respond verbally, but the serious expression on her face was answer enough.
In the next instant, I dashed towards her with lightning speed! My right hand, gripping the wooden sword, was now coated with powerful Armament Haki. I swung the sword down from above in a single, vertical slash.
Faced with this sudden attack, Tomoe had no time to react. She could only raise her sword horizontally in front of her to block. A clear, crisp sound rang out.
Crack!
Tomoe''s wooden sword was split in two, and I followed through, placing my wooden sword against her neck. Defeated. She was utterly defeated.
"I lost."
"Among the people I''ve met, only Kiba Yuuto''s swordsmanship is comparable to yours. I doubt even he could defeat you." Tomoe lowered her broken sword. She didn''t seem dejected at all. Instead, her eyes sparkled.
"You''re too kind... To be honest, I haven''t actually fought Kiba Yuuto yet. So, if we were to fight, it''s hard to say who would win."
Just as we were talking, a voice called out from the doorway, filled with surprise.
...
"That''s true. There''s no need to be so modest, Hibari-san. Your swordsmanship is remarkable. Even I''m not confident I could defeat you."
"Kiba-san? Why are you here at the Kendo Club?" Tomoe asked, puzzled by the newcomer''s arrival.
"Hello, Hibari-san! I''m Kiba Yuuto. Rias asked me to come and invite you to the Occult Research Club. But I didn''t expect you to be so powerful..."
Rias had gotten worried since I hadn''t shown up yet, so she sent Kiba to check on me. He hadn''t seen the beginning of the fight, but he had watched our duel from the moment we got serious.
Seeing Tomoe, a skilled swordswoman, defeated so easily by me left him stunned and filled with disbelief.
Although Rias had told him that I had instantly killed a Stray Devil, seeing me defeat Tomoe with such ease still shocked him to his core.
Just as I was wondering why Kiba had suddenly appeared, the system notified me that the challenge against Tomoe was complete, along with a new system task... [9] : Challenging Kiba Yuuto
[Ding! Task completed. Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Flying Thunder God Technique!]
[Ding! Task issued: Defeat Kiba Yuuto.]
Just as I was still pondering over the implications, the familiar, emotionless mechanical voice sounded, instantly making my eyes light up.
The Flying Thunder God Technique? The powerful space-time ninjutsu? Once a target is marked, it''s like placing a permanent curse on them.
The user can teleport to the marked target at any time, making it perfect for surprise attacks.
In this world, aside from those with extremely high power levels who might be able to remove the mark, I''d have a huge advantage in any fight. And if things got tough, I could just teleport away!
After receiving the system''s reward, I glanced at the new, brightly glowing green task: Defeat Kiba Yuuto. Hmm¡­ it shouldn''t be too difficult, for now.
"Hibari-san? Hibari-san, are you alright?"
Seeing that I had seemingly spaced out after Kiba greeted me, Tomoe called out to me.
"Ah, sorry, I just remembered something."
"Ah, no need to be so formal. After all, I did interrupt your conversation. I apologize."
"Huh? Kiba? Why are you here?" Koneko suddenly asked, confused. Usually, he''d be at the Occult Research Club by now.
I, however, already knew the answer.
Kiba smiled slightly and explained, "Rias asked me to come over. She was worried because you hadn''t shown up yet. I didn''t expect you to have defeated Tomoe-san, Hibari-san. Even I had to go through a lot of trouble to barely win against her in the past."
"..."
I inwardly rolled my eyes at him. Kiba was always so humble. Tomoe was likely around the level of a Peak Low-class, maybe just entering Mid-Class.
But Kiba was a solid Mid-Class Devil, at his Peak! They were practically a whole realm apart! And he said he barely won?
This former Holy Sword user candidate, now a Mid-Class Devil at his peak, was being way too modest!
"Kiba-san, I heard from Tomoe-san that your swordsmanship is superb. So, I was hoping to have a match with you!"
...
My eyes burned with fighting spirit as I looked at Kiba.
I craved battle. Soon, all sorts of supernatural beings would appear, and I was still too weak. To get stronger, I needed to fight constantly and Complete Tasks!Stolen content warning: this content belongs on Royal Road. Report any occurrences.
Most of the rewards I had gotten so far were White Grade. This was a rare opportunity to get a Green Grade reward. I couldn''t let it slip away.
"Of course, I''d be happy to have a match with you, Hibari-san. How about we head over to the Occult Research Club to start?" Kiba suggested.
"Sounds good."
I quickly realized that a match between Kiba and me wasn''t suitable for a public place with so many Kendo Club members around. Our powers could cause significant damage to the surroundings and potentially injure bystanders.
"In that case, let''s go!"
"Okay."
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After agreeing, Kiba, Koneko, and I headed towards the exit.
"Wait a moment!"
Just then, Tomoe called out to us. We stopped and turned around, looking at her questioningly.
"Tomoe-san, is there something else?"
"It might be a bit presumptuous of me, but¡­ I''m very interested in seeing your match... May I watch...?"
Tomoe''s face was flushed as she spoke, knowing that it was inappropriate for an outsider to observe such a match, which would likely reveal some of their trump cards.
But she was just too curious. Both of them were clearly skilled swordsmen, surpassing her own abilities.
She''d regret it forever if she missed this chance.
Kiba and I exchanged a glance and smiled.
"Sure, come along. But it''s probably best if you come alone. Rias might get upset if too many people show up."
"Alright! Thank you so much!"
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So, the four of us headed back to the Occult Research Club.
When we arrived, Rias and Akeno saw me looking a bit worn out, with Tomoe beside me, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she looked at me.
Rias immediately asked Koneko, the only other person present, for an explanation.
"Koneko, what''s going on? Why does Kyoya-kun look like that? And why is Tomoe-san here?"
"Here''s what happened. Hibari-senpai defeated all the members of the Kendo Club and then challenged Tomoe-senpai to a duel, which he won. Then, when Kiba-san arrived, Hibari-senpai challenged him to a match. Tomoe-senpai heard about it and asked to come and watch." Koneko explained calmly.
Kiba smiled at Rias and the others, confirming Koneko''s account.
"I can''t believe this happened. To think he could defeat Tomoe-san with just his swordsmanship... It seems my judgment was correct. I didn''t misjudge you, Kyoya-kun!"
Hearing that I had defeated Tomoe, Rias''s eyes lit up with surprise. After all, she knew that Tomoe was one of Sona''s most prized peerage members! The fact that I could defeat her so easily was beyond Rias''s expectations.
Meanwhile, Akeno wore a teasing smile.
"Ara ara~ Kyoya-kun, you''re such a bad boy! You could have told us if you were going to do something like this. As your ''potential'' girlfriends, Rias and I would have definitely come to cheer you on!"
"!!!"
"Akeno!!"
"Alright, alright, I''ll stop!"
Rias''s eyebrows twitched, and a faint blush appeared on her cheeks. She didn''t dare to look at me. Akeno, seeing Rias''s reaction, decided to stop teasing her best friend for now. It was fine when they were alone, but Sona''s peerage member was also here.
Akeno glanced at me, looking slightly exhausted, and asked Koneko with a hint of confusion.
"So, what''s the deal with Kyoya-kun looking like this?"
"About that..."
"I can explain that!"
Just as Koneko was about to explain, Tomoe interrupted her.
Then, she explained that she now greatly admired me and insisted that I wasn''t a shut-in like the rumors suggested, but that I must have been undergoing rigorous training.
She went on and on about how solid my Basis were, and so forth...
Hearing Tomoe''s exaggerated praise, I just wanted to crawl into a hole and disappear.
This gossip-loving Tomoe was a bit too much to handle! [10] : Hibari Kyoya vs Kiba Yuuto, the Crowds Astonishment
After we arrived at a clearing near the Occult Research Club, Kiba and I walked a short distance apart and faced each other, our eyes locked in a focused gaze.
The four girls stood a little ways off, silently observing us.
"Kiba-san, shall we begin?"
Instead of answering directly, Kiba gripped his demonic sword, a smile playing on his lips. "Let''s begin, Hibari-san."
Seeing the demonic sword in Kiba''s hand, I didn''t waste any time summoning [Tensa Zangetsu], gripping it firmly with both hands as I faced him.
Kiba Yuuto, as Rias''s Knight, possessed the [Sacred Gear: Sword Birth], which allowed him to create an numerous demonic swords.
He was known for his incredible speed and swordsmanship.
He also had a dark past..
He and a group of children around his age were taken by the Church and subjected to a year of Holy Sword aptitude training.
In the end, none of them were compatible with the Holy Swords, and they were all poisoned. Later, he was turned into a Reincarnated Devil by Rias, which led to his deep hatred for Holy Swords.
"Is that your weapon, Kyoya-kun? It looks like an ordinary katana, but there''s something¡­ different about it. Could it be an unrecorded Sacred Gear?"
Akeno smiled as she studied me. Right now, I exuded an aura of danger.
Rias focused on Zangetsu in my hands, then lowered her head slightly, smiling in agreement with Akeno''s speculation.
"That sword radiates a dangerous aura. Even I feel a sense of pressure from it." Koneko commented, her eyes narrowed.
Tomoe, standing beside her, also examined my Zanpakuto.
"I see¡­ I trust your judgment, Koneko." Rias gently stroked Koneko''s head, accepting her assessment.
After all, before becoming a Devil, Koneko was a Nekomata, a youkai with heightened senses. It wasn''t surprising that she could sense something unusual about my weapon, and Rias trusted her peerage member''s instincts.
"The match is about to start!" Akeno''s voice brought everyone''s attention back to Kiba and me.
Without any wasted movements, I gripped Zangetsu tightly and unleashed my ultimate technique right from the start. Black energy erupted around me, accompanied by crackling blue lightning!
The lightning struck the ground around us, blasting out craters and leaving the onlooking girls speechless.
This was an enhanced version of [Getsuga Tenshou]. I had infused it with the power of the [Rumble-Rumble Fruit], creating a lightning-enhanced slash.Support the creativity of authors by visiting the original site for this novel and more.
This was to counter the possibility of an opponent predicting and dodging the attack, which would leave me vulnerable.
By using lightning to restrict the enemy''s movements, I could ensure that [Getsuga Tenshou] hit its mark. The result was a black slash surrounded by a torrent of blue lightning.
"No way to dodge!"
Kiba''s pupils constricted. The lightning was too fast. His body was already feeling numb. Even more troublesome was that the blue lightning surrounded him, leaving no room to escape.
Kiba couldn''t help but curse inwardly. ''Who starts a fight with their strongest attack?!''
The black slash reached him in an instant.
With no other choice, he swung his magic-infused demonic sword to block.
However, Kiba had underestimated the power of the attack. The moment his sword made contact, he was pushed back several meters before managing to regain his footing.
Seeing that my attack had been blocked, I didn''t give Kiba any time to recover.
I immediately followed up, my body surging with lightning as I charged at him, slashing. My speed was so great that all they could see were afterimages.
Reacting quickly, Kiba turned and swung his sword to meet my attack.
Clang!
Our weapons collided, sparks flying from the point of impact. We were locked in a contest of strength, each pushing against the other.
But in this brief exchange, beads of sweat quickly formed on Kiba''s forehead. It was clear that my sudden attack had put him at a disadvantage.
As Kiba struggled to catch his breath, I swiftly brought my left fist forward, striking him in the chest. With a dull thud, Kiba was sent sliding backward until he crashed into a wall.
Despite his disheveled state, Kiba had managed to block all of my attacks.
"You''re really strong, Hibari-san! To force me into this state..."
Kiba looked at me with admiration.
However, none of the girls, including Kiba himself, noticed the subtle detail: during our brief exchange, I had secretly marked Kiba with the [Flying Thunder God] seal.
I placed Zangetsu on the ground in front of me and sighed.
"You''re too modest. You reacted quickly and countered my sudden attacks. You''re very strong."
Sigh!
As expected of a Mid-class at his peak, Kiba wasn''t so easy to deal with! My surprise attack only managed to make him a little disheveled.
He hadn''t suffered any real damage. It seemed my plan to win with a quick strike had failed, but that was to be expected...
Seeing the black slash and the potent lightning I had used, Rias and the others were speechless. They had never heard of such a style of swordsmanship!
Koneko stared at me in disbelief. The image of me as a shut-in was deeply ingrained in her mind. She knew I was stronger than her, but she hadn''t expected me to be this strong!
I was proficient in close combat, swordsmanship, and even ranged energy attacks, even pushing Kiba to this extent.
"Hibari-senpai... is such a perverted bad boy."
The white-haired, emotionless girl stared at me with a complicated expression, then mumbled under her breath.
I was clearly this strong, yet I had pretended to be Average all this time. If Rias and the others hadn''t witnessed me killing the Stray Devil, I probably would have continued to hide my abilities.
Rias was desperately trying to contain her excitement!!
She felt an overwhelming urge!!
She wanted to invite me to become her peerage member again, no matter the cost! She knew I had defeated Tomoe in kendo, but she hadn''t expected me to be this powerful!
This was the first time she had seen Kiba in such a disadvantaged state.
If I became her peerage member, then perhaps her engagement¡­ Rias bit her lip, her fair cheeks flushing red!
Akeno, seeing Rias''s expression, seemed to have guessed what she was thinking.
She smiled but didn''t say anything. She was looking forward to seeing how this boy she had her eye on would grow in the future. [11] : The Unexpected Defeat of Kiba Yuuto
But I wasn''t paying attention to the girls'' exclamations and astonishment. My focus was entirely on Kiba.
I smiled, a surge of excitement running through me. "You''re really strong, Kiba-san! This match has really gotten my blood pumping! In that case, I have no choice but to go all out!"
"I feel the same way, Hibari-san. Fighting you is truly exhilarating!"
Kiba''s face also bore a smile. He hadn''t faced such a challenging opponent in a long time.
Without another word, I launched my attack. The force of my Aura felt like a small mountain pressing down on him!
As Kiba recovered under the intense pressure, he saw the black energy radiating from Zangetsu, almost seeming to ignite the air around it!
Suddenly, I wrapped the white cloth around Zangetsu''s hilt and began to spin it like a propeller, then whoosh, I flung it forward.
Seeing Zangetsu flying towards him, Kiba was momentarily surprised that I could attack like this. But he quickly recovered and swung his demonic sword, knocking Zangetsu away with a horizontal slash.
Just as Kiba was preparing to counterattack, I pulled Zangetsu back with the cloth and continued to spin it, attacking him again.
This time, the attacks were like a raging storm, the blade whistling through the air, sharp and relentless.
Faced with such a violent onslaught, Kiba could only defend, desperately parrying with his demonic sword.
In the blink of an eye, several tears appeared on Kiba''s school uniform. He was panting heavily, sweat dripping from his forehead.
He gritted his teeth, struggling to withstand the continuous barrage of attacks, his body swaying as if he might collapse at any moment.
After deflecting Zangetsu once more, we both stopped, creating some distance. Unlike me, who stood calmly, single-handedly spinning my Zanpakuto, Kiba was breathing heavily, his chest heaving, and cold sweat dripping from his forehead. He was barely able to stand.
The onlooking girls were stunned into silence. They had never imagined that Kiba, who was so strong in their eyes, would be pushed to such a state.
"Kiba-san, it''s time to bring this match to an end."
My voice was full of confidence.
"The battle will be over in an instant, so please be very careful, Kiba-san. Here¡ªI¡ªcome!!"
As soon as I finished speaking, Kiba narrowed his eyes, his pupils contracting, focusing intently on me from a distance.
He held his breath, his gaze fixed on me, as if mirroring a crimson reflection. He was completely alert to my movements.Unauthorized usage: this narrative is on Amazon without the author''s consent. Report any sightings.
In the silence, his heartbeat became clearer and more powerful. A gentle breeze blew past, bringing a refreshing coolness that cleared the mind. The girls held their breath, watching us face off.
With a whoosh, I vanished from their sight.
Then, like a phantom, I reappeared behind Kiba.
"What!!?"
Kiba''s face froze as he saw me appear behind him like a ghost.
Without time to think, Kiba instinctively swung his demonic sword backward, trying to force me away.
But just as he was about to counter, a cold sensation touched his neck, and a strand of hair slowly drifted down from his head.
The victor had been decided!!
"Im-impossible!?"
"Th-this is unbelievable!"
"..."
Rias and the others were too shocked to speak.
Kiba''s strength was undoubtedly that of a Peak Mid-class! He was just a step away from breaking through to High-class.
And based on my performance so far, Rias estimated that I was probably around the level of a Peak Low-class or maybe just entering Mid-class.
But the fact remained that I had used my sword to cut a strand of Kiba''s hair and subdued him!!
She racked her brains but couldn''t figure out how. After pondering for a few seconds, Rias hesitantly spoke.
"Kyoya-kun, was that¡­ space magic!?"
The expressions on Rias and the others'' faces were a mixture of shock and disbelief at the power and trump cards I had revealed.
Even the emotionless Koneko, stared at me with a complicated expression, not knowing what to say.
Kiba stared at me in astonishment for a long moment, then let out a bitter laugh, his eyes filled with respect.
"You really have a lot of tricks up your sleeve, Hibari-san. It''s truly surprising... But tell me, was that final teleporting move some kind of unknown Sacred Gear or magic?"
Hearing Kiba ask this question again, Rias and the others also looked at me expectantly, waiting for my answer.
I smiled wryly. I wished I had a space-type Sacred Gear or magic, but the system hadn''t provided me with one. But I still smiled and explained.
"Not really. It''s just a type of Space¨CTime Ninjutsu."
"..."
"..."
Rias sighed softly.
She had heard of the Ninja Arts from the East. She had been surprised by his high-level swordsmanship and close combat.
Who would have thought he had a space ninjutsu as a hidden card...?
His true nature was becoming more and more of a mystery...
"Kyoya-kun, you''re being naughty again, hiding things like Ninjutsu from us..."
Akeno''s eyes darted playfully, a mischievous glint in them.
Then, she turned her seductive body towards Rias and asked.
"Rias, I bet that based on Kyoya-kun''s track record, he''s definitely hiding even more secret trump cards! Don''t you think so?"
"Yes... I have the same feeling."
Rias spoke softly, her gaze fixed on me, her desire to make me her peerage member growing stronger...
Feeling Rias''s burning gaze, I felt a little uneasy. Although it was flattering to be stared at by a beautiful, busty girl, knowing Rias''s intentions made me a little nervous.
But on the bright side, I had completed the task of defeating Kiba. I wondered what kind of reward I would receive this time...
[Ding! Defeated Kiba Yuuto. Reward: Mid-class Peak Physique and Magic Power Enhancement Card.]
Hearing the system''s voice, I paused. As if the system knew exactly what I needed. What I lacked most right now was magic power and physical strength.
Although I had some decent wide-range AOE attacks and close combat abilities, without sufficient magic power, I couldn''t truly unleash the power of Zangetsu and the Rumble-Rumble Fruit. Similarly, I lacked the stamina for prolonged battles.
This reward was exactly what I needed!! [12] : Power Boost and Riass Self-Imposed Isolation
After using the enhancement card, I felt a wave of comfortable warmth wash over me, erasing the fatigue from the battle. I immediately checked my status screen.
Host: Hibari Kyoya
Physique: Mid-class (Peak)
Magic Power: Mid-class (Peak)
Abilities: Three-Type of Haki, Rokushiki, Rumble-Rumble Fruit (Weakness Removed), Flying Thunder God Technique, Azure Dragon (Sealed)
Inventory: Zanpakuto: Zangetsu
Seeing that both my physique and magic power had reached the peak of Mid-class level, I felt a surge of satisfaction.
This meant I could use the Azure Dragon''s power for longer periods and with less strain on my body.
Just as I was reveling in my power boost, a flash of crimson appeared before me, and Rias was suddenly standing right in front of me, staring intently.
Remembering Rias''s personality and her current predicament, I felt a slight twitch in the corner of my mouth, and my smile became a bit stiff.
"Is something the matter, Rias?"
"Kyoya-kun."
Rias took a deep breath, her gaze unwavering. Everyone else stopped their chatter and quietly watched us.
She stared at me for a long moment, then finally spoke, her voice soft yet firm.
"Even though you rejected me before, and it''s a bit embarrassing to ask again, I have to try once more. Kyoya-kun, will you become my peerage member?"
I looked at Rias''s expression without changing my own.
Her face was flushed, but her tone was serious, and her eyes were filled with anticipation.
Hearing Rias''s invitation, her peerage members all looked at me, their own hopes evident in their eyes.
From their perspective, it was easy to see why. As a mere human, I possessed incredible power, and if I were to become a Reincarnated Devil under Rias, with my seemingly Limitless potential, there was no telling how strong I might become.
I was practically a blank slate with monstrous talent.
However, Tomoe, standing on the other side, felt a pang of complexity.
''If only he had challenged her sooner, she could have discovered him first and taken him to meet her own master, Sona.''
With my talent and strength, Sona would have undoubtedly recruited me, and I would have become a member of their family. They could have trained in swordsmanship together and spent time with each other every day.
But now, it seemed it was too late. Tomoe sighed, a hint of bitterness in her eyes.Unauthorized tale usage: if you spot this story on Amazon, report the violation.
Koneko stared at me, her thoughts unreadable.
''If pervert-senpai becomes Rias-buchou''s peerage member, then I can be with him all the time without any problems.'' Koneko was naturally quite happy with this thought.
Akeno seemed calm, as she had already wanted Rias to recruit me. That way, they could always be together, and she could tease her "Boyfriend" to her heart''s content.
No one wanted me to become Rias''s peerage member more than she did.
Similarly, Kiba was also quite pleased with the prospect. If I joined their group, he could regularly spar with me to further improve his swordsmanship!
No matter what, having another strong member was always a good thing.
Looking at the hopeful expressions of Rias and the others, I remained silent for a long time. They didn''t rush me.
"I''m really sorry, Rias. I don''t want to be under anyone''s authority. I know you treat your peerage members like family, but I''m quite content being human right now. I haven''t considered becoming a Devil, so please forgive me for having to refuse."
To be honest, I didn''t want Rias to¡ª
"I-I see¡­ I understand."
A flicker of disappointment flashed in Rias''s eyes, and her face fell.
But she quickly masked her disappointment with a gentle smile. "There''s no need to apologize. I understand your perspective. It would be quite unsettling to suddenly ask you to become my peerage member. So, I''d like you to join the Occult Research Club first."
"But I will always be waiting for you to change your mind! Because I want to be family with you, Kyoya-kun."
After speaking her piece, Rias seemed to regain her spirits. She was determined to have me!
But Rias''s vow-like declaration made the atmosphere even more awkward.
"Become family with pervert-senpai...?"
Koneko blinked her large, doll-like eyes, her expression unreadable.
"This is surprising. Rias, you''re being quite bold, saying you want to be family with Kyoya-kun and all¡­ But I won''t give him up so easily, you know? After all, Kyoya-kun did say he was going to marry me¡­"
The red-haired girl was stunned speechless by Akeno''s sudden teasing. Rias stood there, frozen, her face flushed.
After a moment, she finally reacted to Akeno''s teasing.
"Wait, that''s not what I meant! Kyoya-kun, don''t misunderstand, that''s really not what I meant..."
"Hmm? Then what did you mean, Rias-chan?"
"Y.. you''re impossible, Akeno!! I just meant as regular family!! Don''t twist my words!"
Faced with Akeno''s relentless teasing, Rias was flustered, her face beet red.
"What a mess..."
Koneko and Kiba looked at each other, not understanding how things had turned out this way. They both let out helpless sighs.
"...."
Tomoe remained silent. This was their business, and she had no right to interfere.
But the thought of me refusing Rias''s offer made her feel a little relieved. However, Rias and Akeno''s words made her uneasy...
''This won''t do! I need to go back and report this to my master. We have to get Hibari-san on our side!''
Tomoe''s eyes were resolute. She wouldn''t give me up so easily!
Seeing Tomoe''s expression, Rias and the others could guess what she was thinking. But they had no reason to stop her.
Instead, they turned their attention to me, their expressions complicated. Their words were caught in their throats, turning into sighs.
"Hibari-san is really something else..."
Who would have thought that the formerly unremarkable shut-in would be such a skilled swordsman? And now, he had even caught Rias''s eye...
Looking at the complicated interactions between the girls, I felt a pang of guilt towards Rias.
If it were in the past, I would have jumped at the chance to become Rias''s peerage member, especially with her being so proactive.
But now, it was impossible. I had awakened the System. I had my own plans.
Becoming a Devil wasn''t the ideal choice. Devils might hold a certain position in this world.
But in the grand scheme of the Multiverse, they were insignificant. There were countless Bloodlines far more powerful than that of a Devil!
Just consider the Azure Dragon''s soul power I possessed, or the Angels and Gods of Destruction from the Dragon Ball universe, and the evil gods that would later invade the DxD world!
Devils wouldn''t even be worthy of shining their shoes. [13] : First Battle with a Fallen Angel, Rescuing Saji Genshirou
As everyone was still discussing the previous events, I idly opened the system interface and my eyes widened!
A new Red Grade task had appeared without any prior warning!
And the person involved in the task was someone I was familiar with.
[Ding! Task issued: Protect Saji Genshirou''s Life and Extract his Sacred Gear.]
Saji Genshirou, Sona Sitri''s Pawn. He was the secretary of the Student Council and a second-year student, just like Issei.
He was also the host of Vritra, one of the Five Dragon Kings.
In Volume 7, Azazel infused him with three other Sacred Gears that also contained the soul of Vritra: Black Black Flare, Delete Field, and Shadow Imprisonment.
Using these four Sacred Gears, Saji could use Dragon King Transformation, turning into a giant, serpentine black dragon.
However, he was prone to losing control, which was why he needed Issei around to help him maintain his sanity.
This task was incredibly tempting, with a very generous reward. If I completed it, not only would I receive the Sacred Gear containing the soul of a Black Dragon King, but I would also get Red Grade reward.
And the time was tonight? I narrowed my eyes, my mind racing.
After a moment of consideration, I decided to accept the task.
After all, Red Grade tasks weren''t exactly common. It was a chance to turn rags into riches. I wasn''t going to let a little danger stop me!
"Rias¡­ I just remembered I have something to take care of. I need to head out. I''ll see you later."
"...Alright."
Rias, Akeno, and the others exchanged glances, then Rias nodded in understanding.
...
As evening approached, I followed the map''s directions and quickly arrived at the designated location.
It was a small street adjacent to a shopping center. Normally, there should have been plenty of people around at this time, but strangely, the area was deserted.
A high school student with brown hair was looking around nervously, his scalp tingling.
"There were a lot of people here just a moment ago. How did they all disappear in the blink of an eye? What the hell is going on?" Saji was terrified.
A thick fog had rolled in, obscuring everything in the distance. He was trapped in a dead end, unable to find his way out.
"I''m terribly sorry." Just as Saji was panicking, a dull voice sounded, causing him to turn around abruptly.The narrative has been illicitly obtained; should you discover it on Amazon, report the violation.
Behind him, a strange middle-aged man wearing a thick black coat and a fedora appeared.
"Your life ends here. You could have lived a carefree life, but unfortunately, you have a dangerous Sacred Gear inside you." The man''s face was pale and cold, his eyes devoid of any human emotion.
"So, I have no choice but to kill you." As he finished speaking, a pair of black wings sprouted from his back.
At the same time, a spear made of holy energy materialized in his hand.
"Black wings¡­ a Fallen Angel~ Are you kidding me?" Saji was stunned, feeling like his entire worldview was crumbling.
Fallen Angels were mythical beings that, in his mind, only existed in anime and manga. And now, he was being told they were real? And that this Fallen Angel was going to kill him because of some Sacred Gear?
He watched as the spear, formed from holy energy, shot towards him at an incredible speed. Saji''s face turned ashen, his mind blank.
Just as the spear was about to pierce him, a black, magic-infused slash cut through the air, obliterating the incoming spear and saving Saji from certain death.
"A human?" The middle-aged Fallen Angel, Dohnaseek, was surprised, looking at me as I appeared within his barrier, Zanpakuto in hand.
"Hibari-san!" Saji was once again stunned.
Not only had a mythical Fallen Angel appeared, but now his classmate was acting strangely too? Was he dreaming?
"Who are you? Could it be, you brat, that you are also a Sacred Gear wielder?" Dohnaseek''s face darkened as he coldly questioned me, his eyes filled with murderous intent.
"Are you Hibari-san...?" Saji asked me, bewildered.
He naturally recognized me. I was a well-known figure at the academy, often called one of the school''s two "Princes" alongside Kiba, and the dream guy of countless girls.
He had been envious of that in the past. But now, Saji was incredibly grateful.
Because my appearance meant I was there to save him.
"Before you ask for someone''s identity, shouldn''t you introduce yourself?" I flickered and appeared directly in front of Dohnaseek, my left hand gripping him by the throat, lifting him into the air.
"!!!" Dohnaseek was horrified, finding it hard to believe what was happening.
He had been defeated in an instant, his life now in my hands.
My strength was undoubtedly beyond anything he could comprehend.
"Damn it!" Dohnaseek struggled, trying to break free, only to realize after a few moments that he was completely powerless.
"Now, I''ll ask the questions, and you just answer. Understand?" I casually tossed him to the ground like a piece of trash.
"Understood... sir, please, ask away?" Dohnaseek trembled, nodding frantically.
Most people couldn''t remain calm in the face of death.
Compared to his dignity, he wanted to live!!
"Where is your Fallen Angel base here? How many of you are there?" I asked nonchalantly, waving my Zanpakuto.
"Our base is in a dilapidated church outside the city. There are about a dozen Fallen Angels, and the strongest is only a Peak Low-class Fallen Angel."
Just as I remembered from my past life. It seemed I could go to their base and wipe them out for some rewards. A plan formed in my mind.
"I''ve told you everything. So, can I leave now?" Dohnaseek asked, his voice trembling.
"Hmm? Did I say I''d let you go?" I asked with a playful tone.
As a cold glint flashed in the darkness, a pained cry echoed through the alley. Dohnaseek''s body was split in two, and he collapsed to the ground, dead, his eyes filled with unwillingness.
I paid no attention to his gruesome expression and simply zapped his corpse with lightning, reducing it to ashes.
"Saji-san, how does it feel to face death?" I turned to Saji and asked casually.
"Th-thank you so much for saving me, Hibari-san..." Saji bowed deeply in gratitude.
I waved my hand dismissively. "Stand up."
Saji stood up straight, looking at me with a mixture of gratitude and admiration. My actions earlier had been incredibly cool.
"Just in case, Saji-san, let me explain why you were attacked by a Fallen Angel," I said, rubbing my temples. "And then I''ll offer you some solutions."
"Please, tell me everything." Saji nodded earnestly, his expression serious.
I nodded and began to explain the basic relationship between Sacred Gears, humans, and Fallen Angels. [14] : First Red Reward, Sona Sitris Astonishment
"Is this the real world? Are you kidding me?!"
"A department specifically established to monitor Sacred Gear wielders, with the authority to eliminate those deemed potentially dangerous? That''s insane!" Saji''s face was a mask of disbelief.
"Don''t be so pessimistic. Even the Fallen Angels aren''t completely heartless. They usually just monitor. As long as the host doesn''t awaken the Sacred Gear or engage in dangerous behavior, they won''t just kill indiscriminately," I said nonchalantly.
"Your near-death experience was a special case." I shrugged and continued, "That guy was acting against orders, hunting down Sacred Gear wielders on his own."
"I see..." Saji''s heart was pounding, his hands fidgeting nervously. "So, I shouldn''t be in any more danger now, right?"
"Well, maybe, probably, you''ll still be hunted, I guess?" I said, feigning contemplation.
"What?! Why?" Saji panicked.
"Because the Sacred Gear within you is a bit dangerous. It contains a quarter of the soul of Vritra, This Dragon King is known to be particularly evil and insane, with a high chance of driving its host to lose control."
"Furthermore, your intact Sacred Gear is considered a High-tier one, add the dangerous nature of the Black Dragon King, and you''re basically a prime target for elimination." I explained with a serious expression.
"...." Hearing my explanation, Saji froze, as if he had been petrified, not knowing what to do.
"Saji-san, I can offer you two choices." I paused, then continued with a smile.
"First, I can help you extract the Sacred Gear. You''ll return to being an ordinary human and can live a normal life."
"Second, you can do nothing and hope that some Devil will recruit you as their peerage member. But before that happens, the Fallen Angels might find you and kill you."
In my past life, I didn''t dislike Saji. He was more open-minded compared to the perverted Issei. Otherwise, I might have taken more drastic measures, even if it meant forgoing the task reward.
"Become a Devil... There are Devils in this world, too...?" Saji was stunned.
"I think being a normal person is pretty good. Please, Hibari-san, help me remove the Sacred Gear." Saji said with a wry smile.
Hearing Saji''s choice, I used the system''s power to quickly extract the Vritra''s Sacred Gears from Saji''s body.
...
You might wonder why extracting a Sacred Gear wouldn''t cause death. Well, with the almighty power of the system, anything is possible.
"Th-this is the Sacred Gear that was inside me...?" Saji stared at the writhing mass of black energy, a chill running down his spine.
"That''s right. It''s an evil dragon, so naturally, it''s pretty malevolent." I shrugged. The system had already purified the soul within. I then stored it in my inventory.
Even a complete Vritra''s Sacred Gears was only a High-tier, just below a Longinus.
If I could gather and purify Vritra''s soul in the future, I might give it to one of my women as a gift.
I glanced at Saji and, with the system''s help, erased his memories of the recent events.
Saji would probably no longer become one of Sona Sitri''s peerage members. But that was his choice. I didn''t force him. I had no reason to feel guilty.
"Huh? Hibari-san, why are you here? What happened just now? I can''t seem to remember anything." Saji scratched his head, confused.The story has been illicitly taken; should you find it on Amazon, report the infringement.
"If you can''t remember, just let it go. You might remember tomorrow," I said with a chuckle.
Without waiting for Saji''s response, I turned and left, leaving him standing there, bewildered.
"...."
What just happened?
I hurried home and eagerly checked the reward for this task. After all, it was my first Red Grade reward, and I was filled with anticipation.
"System, show me the task reward!"
[Ding! Protected Saji Genshirou''s life and extracted the Sacred Gear. Reward: (Uchiha Madara Version) Rinnegan.]
"Holy crap, I actually got Madara''s Rinnegan!" I trembled with excitement, unable to believe that a mere Red Grade reward could be so generous.
Madara''s Rinnegan was incredibly powerful and versatile. For example, Tengai Shinsei could summon a giant meteor from the sky to cleanse the battlefield.
Chibaku Tensei was another powerful ability, that could create a large black sphere with a powerful gravitational pull.
Not to mention Limbo: Border Jail, another of Madara''s Rinnegan abilities. With Limbo, he could split off his "shadows" that could block enemy attacks or be used for surprise attacks.
Madara had used this technique to instantly defeat the Tailed Beasts with only one Rinnegan.
What''s more, I could now absorb the magic power of others in this world to replenish my own, in addition to the usual [Attractive] and [Repulsive] forces.
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"Taking the risk of being targeted by Fallen Angels was totally worth it for this reward!" I grinned, then used my magic power to summon a mirror, admiring my new purple, ripple-patterned eyes.
I was now truly capable of protecting myself. With a fully mastered Rinnegan, I could probably face Peak High-class opponents without fear.
But my magic power reserves were still a major limitation. I couldn''t sustain high-intensity battles for long. It was a problem I needed to address.
"Well, as the saying goes, ''every journey begins with a single step.'' I''ll solve this problem eventually by completing more tasks. No use worrying about it now. Time for bed."
I flopped onto my bed and quickly drifted off to sleep.
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Little did I know that my actions had thrown the Student Council into chaos.
After leaving the Occult Research Club, Tomoe had rushed back to the Student Council room.
Bang!
The door was thrown open.
"Tomoe, that''s rude. You didn''t even knock." Seeing Tomoe burst in without knocking, the Student Council Vice President, Tsubaki Shinra, immediately reprimanded her with a stern expression.
"Hehe, sorry, Tsubaki. But I have something really important to tell the President!" Tomoe stuck out her tongue playfully, begging for forgiveness.
Tomoe bowed slightly to the bespectacled, short-haired girl in the President''s chair, then excitedly exclaimed, "President, I discovered a genius swordsman today! No, he''s a genius in every aspect! He''s definitely the one you''ve been searching for! We can''t let this opportunity slip away!"
"Oh? It''s rare to see you praise someone so highly, Tomoe. Tell me more." Sona Sitri, looked at her with surprise.
Tsubaki Shinra, standing beside her, also showed interest, waiting for Tomoe''s explanation.
"It''s like this..." Tomoe then excitedly recounted everything that had happened at the Kendo Club, naturally exaggerating some details in my favor.
"You''re saying that this student, Hibari Kyoya, defeated all the members of the Kendo Club with a single strike and then defeated you?"
Sona''s eyes widened in surprise.
"That''s right! I was shocked too! Hibari-san''s swordsmanship is incredibly strong!" Tomoe admitted, a little embarrassed. She had initially wanted to defeat me, only to be utterly defeated instead.
Then, Tomoe continued, "But Hibari-san''s abilities go far beyond that. Afterward, we went to..." She excitedly recounted everything that happened at the Occult Research Club.
"You''re saying that Hibari Kyoya defeated Kiba Yuuto in a matter of seconds?"
This time, Sona couldn''t remain seated. She stood up abruptly, her eyes filled with disbelief.
"I know that Kiba Yuuto is Rias-sama''s Knight. He''s so strong that even I might not be able to defeat him. To be defeated so quickly... It''s simply unbelievable."
Tsubaki Shinra, another beautiful girl present, expressed her disbelief with a stunned expression.
"But that''s what happened. Kiba-san was defeated by Hibari-san with ease," Tomoe added with a serious expression.
After Tomoe finished speaking, Sona and Tsubaki exchanged a look, both seeing the excitement in each other''s eyes.
"Hibari Kyoya, highly skilled in Swordsmanship and Close Combat, possesses Lightning and Space Magic, likely has a Sacred Gear, and is a good person. I must have him as my peerage member!"
"Rias, I won''t just hand him over to you."
Even though Rias had met Hibari Kyoya first, he hadn''t agreed to become her peerage member yet. Sona had every right to compete, despite their close friendship. ------ Read +45 Ad-va-nced Ch-ap-ters on my Pat-re-on! patr-eon.com/dragonnx (Just remove the hyphen to access Patreon normally.) - There is 9 Exciting Fanfics already available! [15] : A New Red Grade Task, Meeting Sona Sitri and Tsubaki Shinra
I opened my eyes and glanced at the clock. It was already 10 AM. I slowly got out of bed, washed up, ate breakfast, and headed out.
Since it was a day off, Kuoh Town had transformed from a peaceful little town into a bustling hub of activity. The streets were filled with students, but I was heading towards the academy.
To improve my physical strength and magic power, I needed to find more tasks and earn rewards. So, my plan was to search for and complete tasks within the academy grounds.
My primary target was the other Devil gathering place: the Student Council.
But to my pleasant surprise, I ran into one of the people I most wanted to meet before I even reached the school gates...
Student Council President Sona Sitri, and her Vice President, Tsubaki Shinra.
"Well, well, if it isn''t Sona-kaichou and Tsubaki-san. What a coincidence."
"Hehe, indeed, Hibari-san. It is quite a coincidence. We were just about to go looking for you, and here you are. But why are you pretending to be so listless? Are you trying to avoid attention?"
Sona''s gaze behind her glasses was complex, and her expression was strange.
"Well, this..."
Hearing Sona''s pointed questions, I couldn''t help but feel a twitch in the corner of my mouth. This was definitely Tomoe''s fault for exaggerating things again!
That blabbermouth, Tomoe!
"I''m not hiding anything. This is just how I am, Sona-san. I..."
Before I could finish, Tsubaki cut me off. "If you''re going to keep pretending, then there''s no point in talking!"
''That loudmouth Tomoe, what nonsense did she spread this time?'' Seeing Tsubaki''s stern tone, I knew that pretending was useless. But I still inwardly cursed.
...
Unbeknownst to me, this encounter was orchestrated by Sona. She had been having her familiars monitor me since I left my house, all the way to the school... all to create this "Chance" encounter.
[Ding! Discovered target character: Sona Sitri. Task Grade: Red. Task Condition: Refuse to become her peerage member and help her find a peerage member with a Sacred Gear.]
[Ding! Discovered target character: Tsubaki Shinra. Task Grade: Red. Task Condition: Defeat her in a direct confrontation.]
I looked at the newly issued tasks and nodded thoughtfully. They were both High-class, so the task grades were within my expectations.
But thinking about the [Rinnegan] I received from the last Red Grade reward, I couldn''t help but get excited about these two new Red Grade tasks.The author''s narrative has been misappropriated; report any instances of this story on Amazon.
However, Sona''s task was a bit of a headache. Refusing her offer was easy, but finding her a peerage member with a Sacred Gear was troublesome.
Male candidates were out of the question. But finding a female Sacred Gear wielder was like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Although, I did have the Vritra''s Sacred Gears I extracted from Saji...
Damn, how could I forget about that! I had a ready-made Sacred Gear. Why bother looking for another one? I could just find a girl I knew and implant the Sacred Gear in her.
''Tsk tsk tsk'', this task was easier than I thought.
As for Tsubaki''s task, that was even simpler. Although I couldn''t fully utilize my power yet, I was at least at Peak High-class.
...
Seeing my expression shift from a frown to a slight smile, Sona, who had no idea what I was thinking, was a little confused.
"Since we''ve met here, Hibari-san, I won''t beat around the bush."
"With your intelligence, you probably already know why I''m looking for you. That''s right, Tomoe has told me about you. You have exceptional talent and potential. Therefore, I would like to invite you to become my peerage member! Will you accept?"
"...."
I looked at the familiar scene before me and sighed helplessly.
"Sigh, you and Rias are really two peas in a pod. But Tomoe should have told you that I already rejected Rias. I have no intention of becoming a Devil at the moment. So, I''m sorry, Sona-san."
"I heard about that from Tomoe, but I still wanted to try. I won''t give up so easily..."
"Rias and I are quite similar in this regard. We''re both very persistent when it comes to the things we want. I''m sure Rias feels the same way."
Having already anticipated my refusal, Sona didn''t seem too disappointed. But a hint of regret still lingered on her face.
"Heh, you and Rias are truly good friends. You even act the same when recruiting peerage members. But that''s what makes you so charming, Sona-san!"
Hearing my compliment, Sona blushed slightly. "Thank you for the compliment, Hibari-san. I''m honored."
After chatting with Sona, I couldn''t help but admire her. As the heiress of the Sitri Clan, she carried herself with grace and elegance.
Now that the system tasks had been issued, I needed to plan how to complete them. So, I didn''t want to linger here any longer.
"In that case, I have some things to take care of. I''ll take my leave. See you later, Sona-san, Tsubaki-san."
...
After saying goodbye, I turned and headed towards the academy classrooms.
It wasn''t until my figure disappeared from their sight that Tsubaki finally spoke. "Kaichou, why didn''t you let me test him? If I could defeat him, wouldn''t it be easier to make him your peerage member?"
Hearing Tsubaki''s suggestion, Sona calmly explained, "Rias met him first and intends to recruit him. I need to inform her first. So now is not the best time for you to fight Hibari-san. I''ll ask for Rias''s permission to let you two have a proper match."
"Alright, if it''s because of Rias-sama, then I''ll have a proper match with Hibari-san later."
Then, Sona and Tsubaki headed towards the Occult Research Club, intending to discuss the matter of me with Rias.
...
Meanwhile, I was aimlessly wandering around the academy grounds.
''What a busy morning...'' I had searched almost the entire academy and hadn''t triggered a single new task. It was frustrating.
Just as I was starting to doubt myself, a girl with brown hair in a braided ponytail and glasses appeared in my line of sight.
It was Aika Kiryuu.
In the original story, she was Issei''s classmate and Asia''s friend. She was one of the few girls who could interact normally with the perverted trio. She often teased them.
She wore glasses and claimed to have "Super Eyes" that could accurately gauge the size of a guy''s "little brother."
She often taught Asia some rather lewd things and loved to talk about explicit topics. ------ Read +45 Ad-va-nced Ch-ap-ters on my Pat-re-on! patr-eon.com/dragonnx (Just remove the hyphen to access Patreon normally.) - There is 9 Exciting Fanfics already available! [16] : The White Dragon Emperor and the New Red Dragon Emperor Appear After watching Kiryuu Aika disappear from sight, I made up my mind. She was actually quite tall, but her presence was often overshadowed by the likes of Rias, Akeno, and Sona, making her seem less prominent. But if she dressed up a bit, she would definitely be a school beauty. If I could purify the Vritra''s Sacred Gears and give it to her, then convince her to become Sona''s peerage member, I could not only complete the system task but also gain a beautiful wife. It would be killing two birds with one stone! But there was no hurry. I could wait for the right opportunity. My mood was excellent, almost as if I were enjoying air conditioning and an ice-cold Sprite on a hot summer day. ... Just then, I noticed two young men in stylish outfits standing on a nearby bridge. My pupils contracted. Both of them had black, system-issued task markers above their heads! "Black Grade Tasks, and two of them at once...?" I froze, staring at them, muttering under my breath. Why? Why were there beings of this level in Kuoh Town? According to the original story, Asia hadn''t even arrived yet, and the whole Fallen Angel cadre Kokabiel incident was still a long way off. Black Grade characters were the strongest I had encountered so far. Black corresponded to Ultimate-class, and for two of them to appear at once was completely unexpected. I had no idea what they were doing here. As I approached, I recognized one of them. It was none other than the popular character from the original story, the White Dragon Emperor¡ªVali Lucifer. He was the descendant of the original Maou Lucifer, born from the union of Lucifer''s grandson and a human. He was born with the Divine Dividing, one of the thirteen Longinus, and he was a battle maniac with an insatiable thirst for combat. [Ding! Discovered target character: White Dragon Emperor Vali. Task Grade: Black. Task Condition: Defeat him in a direct confrontation and make him acknowledge you.] [Ding! Discovered target character: Red Dragon Emperor Lux. Task Grade: Black. Task Condition: Defeat him in a direct confrontation and make him acknowledge you.] Note: Due to the host''s arrival, the world has corrected itself, and Lux is the new host of the Red Dragon Emperor.You might be reading a pirated copy. Look for the official release to support the author. .... "What the hell? I was wondering where Hyoudou Issei went, and what happened to the Red Dragon Emperor, so it was this!" After hearing the system''s notification, I froze, rooted to the spot... A new Red Dragon Emperor? And he''s already Ultimate-class from the get-go? Are you kidding me! I''ve been struggling just to reach Peak High-class, and you throw this at me? And he''s with Vali, of all people. Aren''t they supposed to be sworn enemies? You want me to fight two Ultimate-class opponents, both likely possessing the Juggernaut Drive, right now? Do you want me dead? Not only can I not fully utilize the [Rinnegan] power yet, but my magic reserves are also insufficient. My only chance of winning would be to use my trump card¡ªthe Azure Dragon power. Its aura alone would probably be enough to kill them instantly. But then I''d have no trump card left, and if someone discovered my weakness while I was still vulnerable, I''d be in deep trouble... After much deliberation, I decided to forgo the task for now. There was no time limit anyway. I could wait until the peace conference between the Angels, Fallen Angels, and Devils to reveal my trump card and deal with them. By then, my strength would have reached the top tiers of this world, and I''d be much safer. .... So, I strode confidently across the street and approached the two. "I sensed you staring at us earlier. You seem to know who we are. Care to chat?" Vali said, a hint of amusement in his eyes as I approached. Hearing Vali''s words, I had a sudden thought and decided to probe. "Of course. After all, who wouldn''t recognize the renowned White Dragon Emperor and Red Dragon Emperor? I''m just curious why you two, sworn enemies, are here together." The calmness of the Red Dragon Emperor, Lux, shattered, and he stared at me in astonishment. "Huh? That''s interesting. I''ve never heard of you, never even seen you before, yet you know who I am! Impressive!" "So, why are you two...?" "Lux and I have known each other for a while. We just happened to run into each other on the way here, so we came together." Vali answered my question before I could finish. "I see," I nodded. That explained why they were getting along so well. Normally, the White Dragon Emperor and the Red Dragon Emperor would fight to the death whenever they met. But since they knew each other, even if they did fight because of their rivalry, it probably wouldn''t be a fight to the death like before. After thinking for a moment, I asked again, "I''m curious. Why have the two Heavenly Dragons come to this city? What could have brought you here together?" "You live here and you don''t know? A few days ago, something happened in this city that shook the entire world." Lux seemed a little surprised, then continued in a low voice. "Something that shook the world? How come I don''t know about it?" I frowned. I couldn''t recall anything like that happening. "Maybe you didn''t notice. It happened very quickly," Lux continued. Meanwhile, Vali''s expression turned serious as he explained, "A few days ago, a giant dragon''s phantom appeared in the sky above Kuoh Town. Its aura alone was enough to make the world tremble. It could be clearly seen from Heaven, Hell, the Underworld, Pantheons and everywhere else. So, obviously, many factions have sent people to investigate..." "...." No wonder they had come to investigate. Although I maintained a surprised expression on the outside, Vali caught the flash of understanding and helplessness in my eyes. Vali was incredibly surprised, but he didn''t question me about it. But he was almost certain that I knew something about the dragon''s phantom, and might even be connected to it. ------ Read +46 Ad-va-nced Ch-ap-ters on my Pat-re-on! patr-eon.com/dragonnx (Just remove the hyphen to access Patreon normally.) - There is 9 Exciting Fanfics already available! [17] : Identity Exposed?
Vali smiled and shook his head. "Don''t worry. If we don''t find any clues, we''ll be leaving in a few days. But you seem pretty strong. We should spar sometime."
"Hey, hey, hey, Vali! If anyone''s going to fight him, it''s me! Unless you want to fight me first!" Lux exclaimed, practically vibrating with excitement.
"You''re such a pain, Lux..." Vali sighed, already regretting this encounter.
He knew exactly what Lux wanted: a fight with him.
This generation''s Red Dragon Emperor was even more of a battle maniac than he was.
"If that''s what you both want, then so be it. As for sparring, we''ll have time later!"
I had figured it out by now. This generation''s Heavenly Dragons were both battle-crazed.
After chatting with them for a bit, I couldn''t stand the Red Dragon Emperor''s constant challenges anymore, so I made my exit.
...
As I disappeared down the street, a deep voice echoed in Lux''s mind, the voice of the Red Dragon Emperor, Ddraig.
"What do you think of him?"
The two remained silent for a while, then Lux said with a grin, "He''s not as simple as he seems. On the surface, he appears to have the physical strength of a peak Mid-class, but he emanates an aura that makes me feel a sense of awe, even a hint of mortal danger."
"Oh? You felt it too? It seems it wasn''t just my imagination. Even though he knows who we are, he remained completely calm. He even gave me the impression that he could kill us at any moment. Albion, Ddraig, what did you two sense?"
"Indeed, I felt the same way. The feeling of unease and instinctive reverence has been present ever since we met him."
The voice of one of the Two Heavenly Dragons residing within Vali, Albion, the White Dragon Emperor, responded.
"It''s quite astonishing, isn''t it? To think that something like this could happen! It''s surprising that you both experienced such a strange sensation." Ddraig''s clear voice rang out.
"Even though he seemed surprised when he heard about the dragon''s phantom, I still detected a different kind of emotional shift on his face. What do you think that means?"
Vali spoke meaningfully, causing the Two Heavenly Dragons and Lux to narrow their eyes in shock, even fear.
"Vali, are you suggesting that he''s connected to that dragon''s phantom...?"Unlawfully taken from Royal Road, this story should be reported if seen on Amazon.
Lux asked, his expression still one of shock, a little uncertain.
"It''s just a guess, but based on his behavior, it''s a very real possibility," Vali said, his gaze distant.
"After all¡­ if it were just his surface-level strength, he wouldn''t have been so confident in facing us. But if he really is connected to that dragon''s phantom, then everything makes sense. Unless he''s hiding an unfathomable amount of power, there''s no way he''d be so composed."
After a moment of contemplation, Vali shared his bold deduction.
"If that''s true, then everything adds up. But this information would probably send shockwaves throughout the entire world. Even so, it makes me want to fight him even more. I want to see what it is that surpasses even Great Red and the Infinite Dragon God!" Lux''s eyes were filled with a burning intensity.
"What an unbelievable truth. But if that''s the case, it seems you''ve found a new opponent."
"Indeed..."
Vali also looked in the direction I had disappeared, his eyes full of anticipation.
"We won''t have to wait long for our fight. When the time comes, I''ll definitely have a good, long battle with him!"
"Sigh, that poor boy..."
Albion and Ddraig couldn''t help but feel sorry for me. They were both very satisfied with their current hosts. However, their only flaw was their excessive love for battle.
They were complete and utter battle maniacs!
Anyone targeted by such battle-hungry individuals would have a massive headache.
...
After leaving, I immediately headed to the Occult Research Club.
As soon as I pushed open the door, I saw that the lights in the living room were already on.
Akeno was brewing tea, and Koneko was sitting on the couch, snacking.
Surprisingly, Rias and Sona were sitting across from each other, seemingly discussing something, while Kiba and Tsubaki stood behind them, respectively.
"Ara~ Kyoya-kun, you''re here!"
"Mm, I felt it was necessary to inform Rias of something."
Seeing me enter, Akeno stopped what she was doing and gave me a big smile.
I nodded at her with a smile, then sat down next to Koneko and couldn''t resist patting her head.
Koneko glanced at me, then swatted my hand away, her expression cold. "Pervert-senpai. Gross. I hate you."
"Haha, I just can''t help it. Koneko-chan is just too cute!" I chuckled awkwardly, knowing that Koneko was probably still upset about the earlier incident.
"Ara ara~ Kyoya-kun, that''s sexual harassment, you know. And Koneko-chan is still underage. If you really want to do something naughty, you can do it with me. After all, I''m your girlfriend, remember?"
Akeno leaned in close, her ample bosom almost pressing against me, her voice a seductive whisper.
Hearing Akeno''s enticing words, anyone else would have been over the moon.
But I knew about her sadistic tendencies, and I caught the mischievous glint in her eyes. I might have fallen for it otherwise.
"Tsk, I do indeed want to do something naughty. How about it, Akeno? Are you free later?" I met Akeno''s gaze with a playful smile, turning the tables and teasing her back.
"Ara ara~ how forward of you. I''m certainly intrigued." Akeno was slightly taken aback. She hadn''t expected me to so boldly flirt back. She responded with a blush, feigning shyness.
Rias and the others watched us with strange expressions. Sona and Tsubaki decided it was best to excuse themselves, as this was a private matter between me and Rias''s group.
"Sona-kaichou, Tsubaki-san, there''s no need to leave. I was originally planning to tell you something through Rias, so this saves me the trouble." I quickly got up and stopped them, smiling faintly.
Hearing my words, Sona and Tsubaki exchanged a glance, then sat back down, curious to hear what I had to say. [18] : New Green Sign-In, The Arrival of Asia "Kyoya-kun, what are you going to tell us?" Rias asked, a little puzzled. "Earlier this morning, I ran into two powerful individuals! The Hosts of the Two Heavenly Dragons, the Red Dragon Emperor Ddraig, and the White Dragon Emperor Albion." "!!!!?" Hearing this, Rias''s face filled with shock. Even Sona, and the usually expressionless Koneko, had serious expressions on their faces. This was not something to be taken lightly! Every Generation of the Two Heavenly Dragons'' hosts were incredibly powerful. Their appearance often heralded an era of chaos and bloodshed! "Kyoya-kun, are you sure?" Rias''s eyes were wide with astonishment as she stared at me, seeking confirmation. Sona also spoke up, her voice serious. "Hibari-san, is your information reliable?" "Yeah, It''s hard to believe that the Two Heavenly Dragons, who are considered sworn enemies, would appear together in Kuoh Town." "I can assure you that the information is absolutely correct. I met them myself and had a conversation with them. They didn''t hide their identities and explained their reasons for being here." "I see... then there''s no reason to doubt the accuracy of the information." Rias and the others nodded thoughtfully. I then recounted my entire conversation with Vali and Lux, causing Rias and Sona''s expressions to grow increasingly serious. "The White Dragon Emperor and Red Dragon Emperor are already at the Ultimate-class. This is really quite daunting..." Rias leaned back in her chair, sighing and rubbing her forehead. Sona, across from her, wasn''t faring much better. Her pretty brows were furrowed tightly. The situation was getting increasingly out of hand. First, there was the Dragon''s phantom, and now two actual Ultimate-class beings had shown up, both possessing Longinus Sacred Gears. Sona glanced at me, then suppressed the urge to ask further questions. "Hibari-san, did they say anything else?" "You don''t need to worry too much. The Red Dragon Emperor and White Dragon Emperor seem to be battle maniacs, but they aren''t evil. They''re here to search for the Dragon''s phantom and said they''d leave in a few days if they didn''t find anything. It shouldn''t affect us too much." I explained.Love this story? Find the genuine version on the author''s preferred platform and support their work! "I suppose that''s a relief... More and more troublesome figures are arriving in Kuoh Town. The situation is beyond our control now..." Rias breathed a small sigh of relief and dismissed her worries, getting up and walking to the window, gazing out at Kuoh Town. .... Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, several more days passed. I had been living a rather peaceful life during this time. However, today, I didn''t go to school as usual. Instead, I asked for a leave of absence and spent the day wandering the streets. The reason, of course, was a [System Task]. I knew that the cute, kind-hearted nun, Asia Argento, had arrived in Kuoh Town. Even without the system task, I could clearly see her location on the virtual map. After all, there was a green dot representing a valuable reward slowly moving around. "Hmm, next, I should go find Asia." I looked at the map expectantly and headed off to find her. .... Meanwhile, on a street in Kuoh Town, a petite girl with a gentle demeanor was looking around helplessly, hoping someone could help her. She wore a nun''s habit, complete with a veil, but her dazzling golden hair, clear, innocent green eyes, and fair skin were still visible. She was small and delicate, inspiring a desire to protect her. Although many passersby wanted to help the adorable, almost illegally cute girl, they couldn''t understand her English and reluctantly shook their heads and walked away. I had actually arrived a while ago. Just then, the system''s mechanical voice rang in my mind again. [Ding! Discovered target character: Asia Argento. Task Grade: Green. Task Condition: Inform Asia Argento of the truth about the Church and the Fallen Angels and have her willingly become your family member.] I didn''t pay much attention to the system task. My attention was completely captivated by the girl in front of me. Seeing her predicament, I couldn''t help but feel a pang of sympathy for her. Originally a nun of the Church, she possessed the [Sacred Gear: Twilight Healing], which could heal the injuries of humans and angels. She was known as the "Holy Maiden." However, because of her kind heart, she once accidentally healed a Devil. When the Church discovered that her Sacred Gear could heal Angels, Fallen Angels, and Devils, she was branded a witch. She was stripped of her title as a "Holy Maiden" and expelled from the Church.. In order to continue using her Sacred Gear to help more people, she sought refuge with the Fallen Angels. But sadly, in their eyes, she was a tool, even though she held no resentment towards them. "Hello, do you need any help?" I finally approached Asia and asked in fluent English. "Oh, thank the Lord! He must have heard my prayers." My sudden appearance startled Asia, but then she clasped her hands together in front of her chest, her face flushed with excitement as she began to pray. Seeing this, I couldn''t help but twitch my eyelids, remaining silent. ''Asia-chan, your Lord¡ªthe Biblical God¡ªis long gone. Your prayers are useless!'' I thought to myself. But I didn''t tell her this. Now wasn''t the time. Someone else would reveal this information to her later. I just didn''t know if she could handle the harsh truth. "Um, hello, my name is Asia Argento. I''m new here and don''t understand Japanese. I got lost and can''t find the church. I don''t know what to do..." Asia blushed, looking at me shyly and apologetically. Hearing Asia''s voice, I felt my heart melt. Her nun''s habit, combined with her soft, gentle voice, was simply irresistible. "You''re trying to find the church, right?" I smiled softly. "Yes, could you please tell me how to get there?" Asia''s eyes sparkled with hope. "No need to be so polite. I have some free time right now, so I can take you there," I offered, waving my hand. "My name is Hibari Kyoya. You can just call me Kyoya." "Okay, Kyoya-san. Thank you so much." Asia''s face flushed, and she bowed her head, her eyes curving into crescent moons. "You''re such a good person. The Lord will surely bless you!" "Uh... am I a good person?" I couldn''t help but smile wryly. Had I just been given a "Good Person" card? Hey... Asia-chan, I''m here to kidnap you. ------ Read +40 Ad-va-nced Ch-ap-ters on my Pat-re-on! patr-eon.com/dragonnx (Just remove the hyphen to access Patreon normally.) - There is 8 Exciting Fanfics already available!