In the garden.
Akira sat quietly, and beside him was Yukino, who was processing the information she had just received from Akira.
Although the supernatural world was not a secret, given the existence of the Demon Sanctuary in Japan on Itogami Island and the known presence of Vampires, Spirits, Beasts, etc., this was Yukino's first encounter with such a creature that feeds on humans.
"Here... take this, it will protect you from danger," Akira said, tossing a necklace to Yukino. "As for me, I'll go make a call to report the presence of these Parasites."
After speaking, Akira took out his phone and called one of the attack mages he knew, as he was not very familiar with the departments and decided to leave the matter to this person.
Ring*
Ring*
Ring*
"Oh! I didn't expect you to call me; I thought you had forgotten about me since you haven't called in over a month," a beautiful, gentle, yet slightly angry voice said sarcastically.
"Hahaha, I feel embarrassed, but as you know, Natsuki-chan, I just started high school and I've been very busy, so I haven't found time to do anything," Akira laughed dryly, trying to calm Natsuki's anger.
The person Akira called was Minamiya Natsuki, also known as the Witch of the Void, one of the strongest attack mages in the world and an old acquaintance of Akira's, as he had known Natsuki since he was four years old.
"I see, you've been busy flirting with your fiancée and forgot to call me," Natsuki said, clearly feeling jealous of Mashiro.
"Well, don't be angry, Natsuki-chan. I plan to visit you as soon as possible, as I was planning to come to Itogami Island during the inter-semester break," Akira said helplessly, as it was troublesome to anger Natsuki.
"I see..." Natsuki muttered, her mood visibly improving slightly upon hearing that Akira would visit her, though she still spoke coldly. "So why did you call me? Something must have happened for you to call at this late hour."
"Well, as you know, Natsuki-chan, I don't understand the departments that handle Demons and magic, so I'll tell you the information I have and you can decide what to do with it," Akira said, his weak demeanor shifting to seriousness.
"You've made the right choice, as you don't need to get involved with the government officials," Natsuki said with some relief, knowing that if Akira contacted the government officials, it wouldn't be long before they were all killed. "So, what happened for you to be this serious?"
"I discovered a new type of parasite that devours human minds, controls their bodies, and consumes other humans," Akira explained, detailing everything he knew about the parasites to Natsuki.
"I see... I'll inform the authorities to take action as soon as possible," Natsuki said seriously, understanding the gravity of the situation, especially if these parasites managed to control Demons, which would significantly increase their threat.
"I'll rely on you, Natsuki-chan," Akira smiled, glad he decided to speak to Natsuki first. "Ah, I just remembered..."
"What, is there something else?" Natsuki asked, feeling even more worried if there was something else.
"I love you, Natsuki-chan," Akira whispered softly and quickly ended the call.
"Wha!!... that brat..." Natsuki muttered in frustration, but it was clear she was happy, as a smile bloomed on her beautiful, doll-like face.
"Fufufufu..." Akira laughed happily, enjoying teasing Natsuki like this.
After finishing his laugh, Akira returned to where Yukino was sitting, a determined look on her face, indicating she had decided something.
"Did something happen?" Akira asked, puzzled by Yukino's expression.
"Nifuji-kun, I have a request," Yukino said, staring at Akira with a solemn face. "I know this is a rude thing to ask someone I met just today, but please help me become stronger so I can fight against monsters like the one we encountered earlier."
"I don't mind helping you, but as you know, there's no such thing as a free lunch in this world," Akira said, the atmosphere around him changing, causing Yukino to feel a crushing pressure as if she were standing in the presence of the supreme king. "So, Yukinoshita Yukino, what can you offer me in exchange for the power I will grant you?"
"This..." Yukino was stunned for a moment and quickly fell into deep thought, not knowing what she could offer Akira in return for making her stronger.
Money? It was obvious he didn't lack money, as he was the richest man in Japan, something her mother had informed her about, and Yukino doubted her mother would lie to her.
Status? Yukino had no real authority in her family, so she couldn't guarantee him anything, not to mention that Akira didn't need something like that.
"Well, it seems you're having difficulty, so I'll tell you what I want," Akira said, surrounded by a magnificent golden aura as he sat on a golden throne that appeared out of nowhere. "What I desire is you, Yukinoshita Yukino. I want you to use your heart and body to serve me and become a knight under my reign."
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