Relatively close to Kuoh Academy.
Change of POV: Shirou
"Are you excited about the possibility of seeing new girls at the academy this year?" Issei asked as we walked side by side toward the school. "Since we're in our second year now, there's a completely new batch of students coming in."
Remember when I mentioned that she is not as perverted as she used to be? Well, that change is partly due to my influence in her life. Every decision, no matter how small, can change the course of the entire story if it's introduced correctly.
Although she has some perverted tendencies, they are relatively normal for a hormonal teenager in this world. It's something she can't really help.
"Why I shouldn't be? You are the virgin here, not I." I replied, before smirking, I knew this would get her ire and jealousy.
"Who are you to say anything? You're a virgin too!" she said
I chuckled.
As we slowly approached the large group of students gathered in front of the academy, I realized there were at least hundreds of them. Specifically, the area was almost entirely filled with girls. It's no wonder this place is often referred to as a "Heaven for perverts."
There are essentially two types of male students at Kuoh Academy.
Normal students and perverts.
But I was pulled out of my thoughts by a high-pitched voice. When I raised my head to look in its direction, it was not surprising to find it was none other than Souna Shitori, or rather, Sona Sitri.
Behind her are a couple of people you would recognize from anime, specifically members of the Student Council, probably the ones who are going to lead us to our classrooms.
When I looked at her more closely, she was holding a megaphone. It looked old-fashioned.
"Before we begin with the new Classroom announcements, I would like to say a few words first." She paused, humming lightly before continuing. "I want to welcome everyone to the upcoming school year! For those of you who don't know me, I will reintroduce myself. I am Souna Shitori, the President of the Student Council." She then gestured with her right hand for another girl to come forward, handing her the megaphone just as the girl pulled out a seemingly long
"I'm Tsubaki Shinra, the Vice President of the Student Council," she said stoically. She continued with her speech welcoming the new students.
"Why do they all have to carry such a 'professional' demeanor? We're still in high school; there's no need for that level of professionalism, especially for students who don't really care. I thought this before my mind shifted to other, more important concerns."
I should anticipate some requirement for awakening my powers; nothing comes free in this world, after all.
Just as I started to overthink things, Isei nudged me with her elbow and pointed to another group of students—specifically, our class, which was slowly gathering. At the front of our class stood the so-called "Prince of Kuoh," Yuuta Kiba. It made sense that he would be leading us since he is also in our class.
Both of us walked up to them.
"Oh, hello, Isei-san," said Yuuta, shaking hands with Isei before noticing me walking up behind her. "Oh, hello, Shirou-san! How was your summer vacation?" he asked as we also shook hands.
This time, however, something quite strange happened
The moment we shook hands, he winced. I raised my eyebrow at this; I had not gripped his hand hard enough to make him wince.
"Kyah!"
"Kyah!"
"Get that pervert away from Kiba-san!" screamed a brown-haired girl I don't recognize from either anime or memories. She is obviously pointing at Isei. Who else could it be? It couldn't be me, trust me. I'm too beautiful.
But nevermind about that.
Yuuta looked at his hand with recognition for a second before returning it to his right pocket.
I raised an eyebrow and asked, "Is everything okay, Kiba-san?"
"It's fine, Shirou-san. You have quite a strong grip, I must say," he replied before turning around to look at everyone. "It seems everyone is here. B-3 class, please follow me." And so, he led the way.
Time-Jump 20 minutes later.
Student Council Room.
Inside the room are two young women, sitting and drinking what appears to be classic Japanese green tea.
Both girls are wearing Kuoh Uniform for girls.
One of the girls has black hair styled in a short bob cut and striking purple eyes. She wears glasses, which are one of her most noticeable features, in addition to her otherworldly beauty. This girl is none other than Sona Sitri, more commonly known as Souna Shitori in Kuoh. She is the sister of the current Leviathan.
The other girl sits in front of her, with striking crimson hair and glowing green eyes that reveal a hidden desire. She is extraordinarily beautiful, perhaps even more so than Sona.
If that was not obvious, she is Rias Gremory, the sister of the current Lucifer. Unlike Souna, she is not hiding her name. Her lips move before she softly speaks.
"You sensed it too, right?"
Sona glanced at her before replying. "He is practically radiating Light Magic." She took a sip of her tea before continuing, "Last year, he didn't emit it, even though he had exceptional physical abilities. But this is different."
Rias nodded before inquiring her question.
"He is most likely not an angel. Why would he reveal himself if he were? And why now? I'm betting this is a Sacred Gear awakening," she said, finishing her thought and taking a sip of her tea.
"It's a Sacred Gear with the Light element, probably a powerful one, considering how much light magic has been revealed. He is definitely not a magician; even a novice would be capable of masking their magical presence at the very least," Sona analyzed, her gaze focused on the cup of tea in her hand, which seemed to have captured her interest. "I suppose you understand what this could mean if he gets reincarnated as a Devil?"
Rias hummed, then seemed like she was thinking before replying.
"Light Magic and Holy Magic are our greatest weaknesses. Essentially, if a user of a Sacred Gear with those elements were to become a Devil, two outcomes are possible. First, the Sacred Gear could slowly kill them due to its anti-demonic nature. This could happen instantly, or it might take months, gradually poisoning them with Light Magic or similar forces. As she spoke, Sona nodded in agreement. Rias continued, 'Alternatively, the Sacred Gear could become corrupted, transforming the user into their darker counterpart.'"
Sona was still silent, letting Rias to continue.
"Meaning, it's a complete bet.. While I want to deal with my issues with Riser, I don't want to bet it on someone's life.." She said.
Sona just hummed.
This is quite situation. They can't really ask the Human to join their peerages without risking his life in the process just from the sheer transformation. But they can't really tell him of the supernatural world.
He is in their territory thus under their defence in case of Fallen Angel attacks, as if something like that could happen.
"I'll tell Momo-San to monitor him a bit, I will re-roll her from C-3 to B-3 just for that."
"Good, I will also tell Yuuta-Kun to pay more more attention to him too, just in case." Said Rias before taking another sip from her drink.
Jus then, three knock were heard from the other side of the doors.
~ Knock!
~ Knock!
~ Knock!
"Come in," Sona stated. At her words, the door opened, revealing Yuuta, who walked into the room with a serious expression on his face
Just as he was about to speak, Sona interfered him.
"Why are you not in your class? Kiba-San?" She asked sternly. She does not like lack of respect and paid attention to class after all.
Yuuta looked sheepishly at them before answering." Well, Kaichou-San this is rather important. It's about my classmate, Shirou Akari to be honest."
"What about him? Despite him potentially having an Light Magic oriented Sacred Gear." Asked Rias as she turned around to look at Yuuta. Who instead of answering her question decided to show his fist.
His fist before outstretching it, to reveal a scar. Specifically a Cross shaped scar in the middle of his hand.
Both of them were caught by surprise. Rias even gasped before in hurry takes hand and casting a small spell on it.
" I shook hands with him today, and this was the result." Was the answer they got.
"When I shook hands with him, it felt like being close to a holy sword, but fifteen times more powerful. My devilish instincts reacted; the holy light was not just uncomfortable—it was oppressive, pressing against me as if it were trying to burn through my very essence. My demonic power writhed within, pushing back, but the light was too strong, too pure. My body instinctively recoiled, and my dark aura flickered as it clashed with the purity."
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