This is a bit rushed because you guys have already seen Oc Vs Riser so many times that I feel like it will just be redundant if I make it too long.
I'm currently writing chapter 15, I'm debating if I should introduce a new character like Misa from Death Note or skip a bit and focus on the character present now?
The issue I find is what kind of story I could do with the current customers?
I don't want to overflow the story with constant character introductions but I also can't add a story behind them which is frustrating.
Before y'all read, just know I rush this fight and have a lot of error. Frankly you can skip this chapter.
If you have any suggestions then feel free to tell me.
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I called my mother and explained everything that had happened—the battle with the Awakened Beings, the Claymores' impressive victories, and my decision to help them. I told her about the contract I made with them, that if I aided them, they would serve our family in return.
She was quiet for a moment before speaking, her voice laced with surprise but also approval.
"I see you've already thought this through," she said.
"Taking them in as allies could strengthen our position. I'll handle their training."
True to her word, she arrived not long after. They turned to look, some of them still unsure about the situation, while others stood at attention, ready for whatever came next.
"These are the warriors you've helped?" my mother asked, her eyes scanning the group of Claymores who stood nervously before her.
"Yes, these are the ones I spoke about. They've agreed to serve our family after everything that's happened." I explained.
"They've proven themselves in battle and they have a lot of potential."
My mother nodded, her expression hardening.
"The underworld has strict laws and norms that need to be studied first but no worries I'll make sure all of you are well taught."
Miria, ever the leader, stepped forward.
"We understand," she said, her voice steady.
My mother eyed her closely before nodding. The Claymores, still full from their earlier meal, relaxed at the table, enjoying the rest of the feast I had prepared. I made some meal for my mother to eat since I made her come here and might as well cook something for her.
"I really miss eating your food."
My mother's eyes softened as she took a bite, savoring the flavor.
"You've done well, my child," she said, her voice full of pride. As she ate, she inquired.
"What have you been up to lately? I haven't heard much from you."
I shrugged, casually sipping my drink.
"Things have been going well. I've been spending time with everyone, especially Seekvaira, Rias, Akeno, Sona, Trish, Yasaka, and Kie." I leaned back in my chair, a slight smirk on my lips.
My mother giggled, her eyes sparkling with amusement.
"Ah, I see. Your harem is coming nicely." she teased, her tone light and playful.
"Your father would be proud."
I chuckled and she set down her fork and looked at me more seriously.
"By the way," she began, her voice calm but with a hint of amusement.
"Riser Phenex has challenged you to a Rating Game."
I raised an eyebrow, surprised at the sudden mention.
"Riser, huh? I thought it would be sooner."
She shrugged nonchalantly, clearly unfazed by the news.
"It seems he's been making a lot of noise about your closeness with her fiance."
I leaned back, tapping my fingers on the table.
"hahahaha is that so? I guess I'm going to cook some fried chicken then."
She took a sip of her drink, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
"Just be careful. Don't underestimate him. Though, knowing you, I'm sure you already have a plan."
"Always," I said with a grin.
"I'll handle it when the time comes."
Her gaze softened as she looked at me, a smile tugging at her lips.
"I have no doubt, son. "
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- Zyon -
Another week had passed, and I couldn't shake the strange feeling. Customers like Mikami, Tomokui, Jin Woo, and Suzuki had been absent lately. I was starting to get worried for Mikami, though I assumed the others were simply busy.
Regardless, today wasn't the time to dwell on that. Today was the day I was going against Riser Phenex and his peerage in a Rating Game—a battle to break Rias's forced engagement to that pompous fool.
I stood alone in the vast pocket dimension created for the match, the air crackling with the remnants of magic that had constructed this battlefield.
Unlike a standard Rating Game, this fight was far more personal, and I had opted to take on Riser's entire peerage by myself.
The audience had been transported into a spectator box outside the battlefield, overlooking the action like gods gazing upon mortals.
Yasaka, Kunou, Rias, Seekvaira, Akeno, Sona, Tsubaki, and even Kie with her children sat there, alongside other notable guests: the Ryozanpaku dojo masters, Netero, Atomic Samurai, Bomb, Bang, and Saitama. Trish was still on a mission, and Dante had his own work to handle, but the audience was more than lively enough.
Hovering above the arena was Grayfia Lucifuge, the announcer for the match. Her calm and regal voice echoed throughout the dimension.
"The Rating Game between Riser Phenex and his peerage versus their challenger begins now," she announced. Upon hearing that, I simply went into the open field to wait for them to arrived.
Soon scross the field, Riser stood with his peerage—a harem of women who clearly admired his presence. His signature arrogance was on full display as he smirked, running a hand through his blond hair. His fiery aura flickered around him like a phoenix's wings.
"Rias, my darling, I'll show you today why you belong to me!" Riser declared, his voice brimming with confidence. He gestured to his peerage.
"Let's end this farce quickly. This man doesn't stand a chance against us."
From the spectator box, Rias scowled, her hands tightening into fists.
"He's insufferable," she muttered, glaring down at Riser.
I simply stood still, my arms crossed, waiting for them to make their first move.
"Are you done with the speeches, or are you planning to bore me into submission?"
Riser's smirk faltered for a moment before he regained his composure.
"You'll regret underestimating me! Everyone, attack!"
His peerage moved as one, splitting into groups. The knights and pawns rushed forward with incredible speed, the bishops hanging back to cast spells, and the rooks stomping forward with brute strength.
I didn't even flinch as they approached. With a wave of my hand, I manipulated the flow of time, slowing their movements to a crawl. To the audience, it must have looked like they were moving through molasses, while I casually stepped forward, my figure vanishing in a blur.
The first knight swung her sword at where I'd been standing, only to find her blade cutting through empty air. Before she could react, I reappeared behind her, a swift kick sending her flying into the nearest rook with enough force to knock both of them unconscious.
The pawns attempted to surround me, their weapons glowing with fire magic, but I simply sighed, raising a hand. A golden barrier appeared around me, their attacks fizzling out harmlessly against its surface.
"My turn." I said calmly.
I unleashed a burst of energy that sent the pawns scattering like leaves in the wind. Each one crashed into the ground, unconscious, their bodies glowing faintly as they were teleported out of the dimension.
Grayfia's voice echoed through the arena.
"Five pawns eliminated. Four knights eliminated."
Riser's expression twisted in frustration.
"What are you fools doing?! He's just one man!"
I looked over at him, smirking.
"If you're so confident, why don't you join the fight? Or are you just going to watch your peerage fall one by one?"
Riser growled, his flames flaring.
"You'll pay for your insolence!"
The remaining members of his peerage—his bishops and rooks—regrouped, launching a coordinated assault.
Spells rained down from above, fire and lightning intertwining as they aimed to overwhelm me. At the same time, the rooks charged, their sheer size and power meant to crush me in close combat.
I extended my hand and a golden light expanded outward, erasing the incoming spells before they could reach me.
The rooks, undeterred, charged through the light, their fists raised. I met them head-on, ducking beneath one of their punches and delivering a single, precise strike to her chest. The force of my attack sent her flying backward, colliding with the other rook.
"Two rooks eliminated." Grayfia announced.
The bishops tried to retreat, but I wasn't about to let them escape. I raised my hand, manipulating the space around them. In an instant, they were frozen in place, unable to move. With a flick of my wrist, I sent them spiraling into a vortex of energy, teleporting them out of the arena.
"Both bishops eliminated."
Riser was left alone, his peerage completely wiped out. His arrogance had been replaced by anger and desperation.
"This… this is impossible!" he shouted, flames erupting around him.
"I am Riser Phenex! I am immortal! You can't defeat me!"
I chuckled, slowly walking toward him.
"Immortal, huh? Let's put that to the test."
The pocket dimension provided a perfect view of the battle. From their seats in the spectator box, the audience had an unobstructed look at the chaos unfolding below. The atmosphere was electric, each clash of power vibrating through the barrier that separated them from the battlefield.
As the fight began, Kie sat with her children, her eyes wide with excitement.
"He's not even taking them seriously," she remarked, her voice filled with a mix of awe and amusement.
"That's Zyon for you."
Her son leaned forward, practically bouncing in his seat.
"Did you see that move?! He just took down four people like they were nothing!"
One of the Ryozanpaku dojo masters, Akisame, stroked his beard thoughtfully.
"It's not just raw power; his technique is impeccable. Each strike is deliberate, every movement calculated. He's reading their attacks before they even commit."
"That's what it means to be a true warrior," Hayato Furinji added, nodding sagely.
"His calm in the face of overwhelming numbers is a testament to his discipline."
Bang chuckled, leaning back in his seat.
"Overwhelming numbers? More like overwhelming amateurs. That Phenex kid should have stayed home."
Saitama, sitting next to Bang, shrugged nonchalantly.
"It's overkill, really. But I guess that's just Zyon's style."
Yasaka, with Kunou sitting on her lap, smiled softly as she watched.
"He's incredible, isn't he? Kunou, make sure you're paying attention."
Kunou clapped her hands excitedly.
"He's so cool! Mama, do you think I can be that strong one day?"
Yasaka chuckled, stroking her daughter's hair.
"With enough hard work, anything is possible, my dear."
Meanwhile, Rias couldn't take her eyes off the fight, her heart pounding with anticipation.
"He's doing all of this… for me." she whispered, her voice barely audible. Akeno, sitting beside her, smirked.
"Well, it seems you've truly caught his attention, Rias. You must be special for him to go this far."
Rias blushed, shaking her head.
"It's not about me. He just… he hates injustice. That's why he's doing this."
Seekvaira adjusted her glasses, her analytical gaze fixed on Zyon as he dismantled Riser's peerage.
"He's displaying power beyond what even I anticipated as he hardly shows it. Riser's arrogance blinded him to the disparity between them."
Sona nodded in agreement.
"Riser underestimated Zyon from the start. This fight was over before it began."
Atomic Samurai crossed his arms, a small smile playing on his lips.
"Man, he is just toying with him."
Grayfia's announcements punctuated the fight, marking each elimination as Zyon dispatched Riser's peerage with ease.
"Five pawns eliminated. Four knights eliminated," her voice echoed.
The crowd erupted into cheers as Zyon wiped out the bishops in one fluid motion.
"He's making this look too easy!" Netero laughed, clapping his hands together.
"I haven't been this entertained in years."
Ryozanpaku's Apachai, unable to contain his excitement, shouted.
"Apachai thinks Zyon is amazing! He's too strong for these guys!"
Kie, offering a proud smile, leaned over to Yasaka.
"I knew he'd win, but even I didn't expect it to be this one-sided."
From the side, Saitama scratched his cheek, bored.
"I don't know, it kind of feels like when I go up against a weak monster. Fun to watch, though."
As Riser began his desperate, flame-filled attacks, the crowd's reactions varied.
"He's panicking now," Sona observed, her tone calm and detached.
"He knows he's lost, but his pride won't let him surrender."
"Good," Sakakk muttered.
"Let him squirm. That Phenex brat needs to be taught a lesson in humility."
Back in the battle field, Riser launched a massive wave of fire at me, the flames roaring like a phoenix.
I didn't bother dodging, allowing the fire to wash over me. When the flames dissipated, I stood unharmed, my golden aura flickering brighter than ever.
"Is that all you've got?" I asked, my tone mocking.
Riser roared, charging at me with fire-coated fists. I sidestepped his first punch, grabbing his wrist and twisting it behind his back. Before he could react, I delivered a powerful strike to his chest, sending him crashing into the ground.
As he struggled to stand, I placed a foot on his back, holding him down.
"This is over, Riser. Admit defeat."
He growled, his pride refusing to let him surrender.
"Never! Rias belongs to me!"
I pressed down harder, forcing him into the ground.
"Wrong. Rias belongs to no one but herself. And I'm going to make sure she stays free."
With one final burst of energy, I knocked him unconscious.
Grayfia's voice echoed through the dimension.
"The winner is the challenger. Riser Phenex and his peerage have been defeated."
When Zyon emerged from Riser's massive wave of fire completely unscathed, the audience erupted into cheers. Even the usually composed Seekvaira allowed herself a small smile of satisfaction.
"And that's game," Atomic Samurai said with a confident nod.
"There's no coming back from that."
As Zyon finally pinned Riser to the ground, forcing him to admit defeat, the crowd broke into applause and cheers, their admiration for his strength and determination filling the air.
"That's how you win a fight," Netero said, a wide grin on his face.
"Clean, efficient, and utterly decisive."
From her seat, Rias let out a shaky breath, her eyes shimmering with gratitude.
"Thank you, Zyon… Thank you for everything."
The pocket dimension dissolved, and I was greeted by cheers from the spectator box. Yasaka and Kunou clapped politely, while Rias looked at me with gratitude shining in her eyes.
From the ground, Riser groaned, his pride shattered. I looked down at him one last time.
"Next time, learn to respect others. You might actually avoid humiliation that way."
And with that, I walked away, leaving Riser to stew in his defeat.
I went back outside where the others quickly greeted me. Rias jumped and embraced me before giving me a deep kiss. She thanked me and I nodded giving a smile.
The moment I stepped out of the pocket dimension, the crowd erupted into cheers. Rias wasted no time, running straight toward me. Her crimson hair flowed behind her as she leapt into my arms, wrapping herself tightly around me.
"You did it!" she exclaimed, her voice trembling with emotion. Before I could respond, she pressed her lips against mine, pouring all her gratitude and relief into the kiss.
As she pulled back, her eyes shimmered with unshed tears.
"Thank you, Zyon. You've freed me from him."
I smiled softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face.
"I told you I would. No one like him deserves you."
The others quickly gathered around, offering their congratulations and praise. Yasaka gave me a warm smile.
"That was an incredible display, Zyon. You've truly proven your strength today."
Seekvaira adjusted her glasses, her lips curling into a small smirk.
"You didn't just defeat Riser; you humiliated him."
Akeno giggled, her teasing tone returning.
"You've certainly made an impression. Rias isn't the only one smitten, you know."
Sona stepped forward, her expression as composed as ever.
"It was an admirable performance."
"Let's celebrate," I said, changing the tone to something lighter.
"Back at my restaurant."
Everyone cheered in agreement, and soon we were back at the familiar, comforting atmosphere of the restaurant.
Tables were quickly filled with food, laughter, and conversation as I ensured everyone was well-fed.
Rias sat close to me, still holding onto my hand as though afraid to let go.
"This means so much to me, Zyon," she said softly, her voice barely audible over the noise.
I gave her hand a reassuring squeeze.
"You deserve to live your life on your terms, Rias. No one should take that from you." The room erupted into cheers as glasses clinked together.
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Yesterday was an absolute whirlwind. After finally putting Riser in his place, I was running on fumes. Thankfully, Yasaka—being the absolute queen of hospitality—had a hot spring ready for me. The moment I stepped into the steamy water, it was like all the tension in my body just melted away.
The soft glow of lanterns around the spring, the faint scent of cherry blossoms in the air, and the gentle sound of water trickling made it feel like a scene straight out of an anime. I leaned back, letting out a long sigh, and closed my eyes.
But just as I was starting to drift into that perfect state of relaxation, I heard the soft *click* of the door sliding open.
I turned my head, and there she was—Yasaka, standing at the edge of the spring, wrapped in nothing but a towel.
Her golden hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her amber eyes glimmered with that mischievous spark she always has. She tilted her head slightly, that signature smirk playing on her lips.
"Mind if I join you?" she asked, her voice smooth and teasing, like she already knew the answer.
My brain short-circuited for a second.
"Uh, yeah, of course!" I stammered, trying to sound casual but failing miserably.
"I mean, you're my girlfriend, right? Why wouldn't I want you here?"
She laughed softly, the sound like a melody, and let the towel drop. My eyes might have widened a little—okay, a lot—but who could blame me? She was stunning, her figure silhouetted against the soft light as she stepped into the water. The steam seemed to cling to her like it didn't want to let her go either.
She settled right next to me, her body pressing close in that way she *knows* drives me crazy. Her skin was warm against mine, and the faint scent of her perfume mixed with the natural aroma of the spring. She leaned her head on my shoulder, her breath tickling my ear as she whispered.
"You've been working so hard lately. You deserve to relax… but I hope you don't mind if I make things a little more interesting."
Before I could even respond, she shifted, her movements graceful and deliberate. In one fluid motion, she was straddling my lap, her arms draped over my shoulders. Her eyes locked onto mine, that playful glint still there, but now there was something softer, more intimate.
"Yasaka, you're—" I started, but she cut me off with a kiss. Her lips were warm and insistent, and I could feel her smile against mine. The world seemed to fade away, the steam, and the quiet sound of water rippling around us.
When she finally pulled back, she was still grinning, her cheeks slightly flushed.
"See? Much better than just sitting here alone, right?"
I couldn't help but laugh.
"Yeah, you're definitely not wrong."
Typical Yasaka—always turning a moment of relaxation into something *way* more exciting. And honestly? I wouldn't have it any other way.