I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!

Now to begin the first chapter of the year!

Hope everyone enjoys it! ^o^

"There we go," Asia rest her hands down to her lap and smiles warmly "How does it feel?" Akame moves her right arm around and feels no pain or any problem with the movement. It flows around smoothly like the ordinary. Clenching the palm into a fist, she feels the nerves from all the five fingers. A small smile form on Akame's face as she looks up to the blonde Makasha "Feels like normal... Thank you, Asia" "I'm glad to hear!" Asia smiles brightly "Please be careful next time, Akame-chan" "Mhm-hmm."

Leaning by the doorway was Nawin, who is looking at the scene with arms crossed and a warm smile plastered on his face. Healing Akame's arm was the first thing Nawin immediately wanted to do when he returned to Kuoh. Fortunately, Asia's sacred gear's healing ability was able to handle the task without difficulty. Though, there was something Nawin noticed about his sister's power. He took note at how quick she was able to heal injuries now. Before it would take her up to five minutes or more to heal some critical wounds. Now, with a severe injury like Akame's case. She was able to reattach the limb in under three minutes. 'I guess with the amount of healing she had performed during, and after the Khaos Brigade invasion has made her more accustomed to the Twilight Healing prowess. She healed well over a hundred peoples that day, so no doubt that has given her a tremendous amount of experience to improve her control over the sacred gear' Nawin notes, smiling wider in joy to see his little sister's improvement.

Akame stands up and turns to her King. "Take it easy now, ok?" Nawin speaks, looking at the girl in her red orbs "Don't do any intense training for a few days. Let your body get used to having its arm back" "Understood," Akame nod without objection. Akame shifts to the blonde "Thanks again, Asia. I'll see you tomorrow" "No problem! See you at school, Akame!" the other replies brightly as ever, which causes a smile to form on the older girl's face "I'll escort her out," Nawin adds and leaves Asia's room with his Knight.

The house is currently quiet. Considering they have returned on a Sunday. Lucy would be either at underworld to train with Serafall or hanging out with Sona. Yao and Jonathan are out on their usual weekend shopping for groceries. Akeno is currently in the bedroom taking a nap.

"So," Akame stops at the middle of the front yard and swiftly turns around to face her King "What's next, Nawin-kun?" A soft and warm breeze of the sunny July blows pass, lifting leaves on the yard from the ground and whirls them around the King and Knight. A soft smile makes way to the Makasha's face as he opens his eyes "Nothing, Akame. We will just continue on with our lives."

The plain answer comes as a surprise for the Knight. But, as Akame looks closely into those brown orbs. She sees it. Witnessing the emotion of fatigue deep in those eyes. It's a sign to show that after the crisis in Vamhaven. The bloody and grueling war they just returned from. Put on top of that with Sayomi's unexpected arrival and his loss of control over the mark and his sacred gear. All these stuff has put much stress on Nawin's shoulder. Leaving him feeling nothing but tiredness. Bored of the Supernatural world and its problems.

Akame sees that what her King desire now is just normalness. Living a regular life like humans. Want that peaceful life for as long as he can take it. Aspiring to just stay at Kuoh and spend time with his friends and family. When discovering that look in the Makasha's eyes, it brings a new desire in Akame. A desire to get stronger so her King wouldn't need to trouble himself with the tiniest things that the supernatural world would throw at him. She wants to take away these weights from Nawin's shoulder and allow him to enjoy the peace more. Something he rightfully deserves.

Akame steps forward until she stops right in front of Nawin. With a smile on her face, she grasps his right shoulder and gives a comforting squeeze. "Don't worry about anything, for now, Nawin-kun" she speaks "Leave all the little things to me. I'll take care of Misako and educate her on the supernatural world. I'll handle the contracts... I'll take care of it all. You can relax now."

Nawin is left stunned by his Knight's word. It warms his heart when hearing she would do all of that. Put herself through all those tasks to give him peace. Even if it is only temporarily. She would still do it without hesitation. Just for him. A sincere smile break on the Makasha's face "Thanks, Akame... For being a person, I can wholeheartedly trust."

Akame retracts her arm to the side. Her smile widens ever slightly by Nawin's words. "It's my job, Nawin-kun," she says as a the Gremory crest appears below "After all... I am your Knight." Nawin watch as Akame's body starts glowing in crimson. "And more importantly," Akame gives a rare, beautiful smile that has only ever been seen a couple of times "I am doing this because we are friends, Nawin-kun..." she says before being teleported away. Leaving nothing but small crimson magic particles that soon vanish from existence.

Nawin's smile grows by his Knight's parting words. "Hopefully," he whispers and stares up at the clear blue sky "It will be a peaceful time for all of us... Even if it is just for a while."

A sound of a car stops in front has Nawin look forward and see the familiar Bently parked there. "Big bro!" the passenger door opens, and Lucy immediately dashes forward and envelopes her brother in a giant hug. Nawin wraps his arms and smile warmly "Hey, Lucy."

Lucy pulls her head back and looks up, grinning "Where have you been?!" "We would like to know that as well," an unmistakable feminine voice joins and Nawin looks up to see his Mom and Dad exiting the car. Both staring at him while wearing a concern but relief smile of seeing him back safe.

Nawin rests his right hand on Lucy's head, gently stroking the soft golden lock. He looks down at her "Sorry I left so abruptly. It is a long story so best we discussed it over dinner" "Ok," Lucy nods then tilts her head cutely to the side "Still, where did you go exactly?" "To Romania" Nawin answers.

At the corner of his field of view, Nawin could have sworn when he uttered the world 'Romania.' His Mom and Dad both flinches ever slightly, their smile faltered. It could have been his imagination, but Nawin kept note of that. Because by now it has become a fact that his parent is hiding something that involves his past. The shards of memories he had received when in Brasov confirmed that he and Sayomi once held a connection. A close one at that. And judging by their reaction, Nawin believes that there was a chance he once went to Romania with Sayomi.

Mentally shaking his head, Nawin refuses to have this cloud his mind at this moment. He doesn't need it right now. 'One thing is for certain. I'll find out about my past one way or another. I don't know what exactly you are hiding Mom and Dad. But I'm refusing to stay in the dark for much longer.'

"Well," Yao speaks, smiling brightly "The important thing is that you are back safe and sound. Now, do you mind helping us with the bags, Nawin? We bought a lot." Nawin picks up Lucy and places her on his shoulder "Sure," he answers and heads to the car. "I expected you'd be either with Serafall or Sona," Nawin asks his little sister "Hehe, I was planning on heading to the underworld, but Mom insisted I cool down from training for a while" Lucy answers, rubbing her head and wearing that sheepish but adorable grin which brings a smile to the brother's face "I see."

For now, this is what Nawin wants. To forget about the supernatural world and the unanswered questions. Instead, just spend time with his family. Living a normal life with no threat lurking in every corner. Even if it's only temporarily. He was content with that.

Not soon after August hits. A month that's been nothing but peacefulness in Kuoh and the populous. Though, the downside is the hot weather of the month. August tends to be one of the hottest months for Kuoh. The blinding white sun glaring down at the town with no mercy. Through the crystal-clear blue sky.

Though even with the current harmony. Nawin and the group were still busy with their school activities, along with their daily contracts they would complete when called for. But, as he stated, Nawin refused to take on any contracts at the moment and left it to his Knight, Akame to handled it. Moreover, instead of training like the rest usually does in their spared time, Nawin remained firm on his decision to just disregard the supernatural world for the time being. Which also means he decided not to use his power for a temporary basis.

When weekends would enroll, Nawin either spent it with his family or his peerage. Being there to watched Akame trained Misako while providing some valuable guides to his latest recruit. Being a pillar of support for her through the tough training and an ear to listen when she needed some pointers. If he weren't doing those things, then he would simply hang out with Issei, Rias, and the others.

Of course, this arrangement from the Makasha became very apparent to Rias and the rest. But they didn't question it and respected his decision. In a way, they can understand. The countless events that had transpired this year had in some way evolved around Nawin. He is the one that fought the hardest and most out of all of them. Also, knowing this. It had given the group a new-found determination to trained harder to improve their skills. So that in the future they won't have to rely on the Makasha as much as they had in the past. Instead, help him on a larger scale compared to before. Therefore, while he is resting and enjoying the quiet life, they continued to train to get stronger.

Akeno was supportive of Nawin's decision, and she decided to follow him on it. Even with their argument in Carmilla, the couple remained close. And with the subject of anything related to the supernatural world temporarily locked. They were able to enjoy each other's company like any other ordinary couples. Striving to strengthen their bond further.

With more spare time in his hands. Nawin used it to focus on schoolwork and had been able to push his already good grades to another level of excellence that rivals Sona's. Rias and Akeno had witnessed some hilarious expressions on their childhood friend's face when Nawin would beat her in exams' scores or quiz tests. Though it was nothing but friendly competition. One that even though she wouldn't openly admit it, Sona greatly enjoys.

Even with this new arrangement of living a more normal life. The entirety of August passed by before anyone knew it. Then September sets in. A month that will prove to be an unforgettable one for Nawin and his friends. For better and for worse.

Present: Occult Club Building

"Rias... It's too big" "No! I can handle it! Just need to position it right" "Huh, I should have just ignored you" "Silence, Nawin-kun! We have postponed this long enough!" "..." "Now, just lay on the couch while I do all the work!" "Fine."

Nawin sighs and watches with lazy eyes at the Gremory writing down on the large mobile whiteboard that's set in the front of the room. The size of the board was borderline in excessive level. Bigger than any of the school's whiteboard. Of course, when it comes to an inanimate object purchase, Rias tends to go overboard. Buying it before logically thinking about it.

"There!" Rias steps to the side and cross her arms, the black marker held in the right hand. Nawin looks at the title on the top "Mission: Get Yuuto and Xenovia to confess their feelings" he reads out the words written by the Gremory's elegant handwriting. "Alright," nodding, Nawin turns to his friend "So, have you already started the plan? You told me you already have some stuff set."

Yesterday, on Friday. After the school has ended, Rias dragged Nawin to a private spot to informed him that it was time to begin their long-postponed mission to get their friends together. Both wanted to push through this plan sooner, but with so many things happening in the last month it has proved difficult. Honestly, Nawin is a bit appalled that Yuuto and Xenovia still haven't confessed to each other yet after all this time.

It is clear as day that the Knights are very close to each other. They tend to be seen together. They periodically train together. They come to school and leaves school together. But, still, none ever witnessed them ever display affectionate to one another. Instead, just acting like an ordinary pair of friends that blushes or get flustered when others would tease on them about their closeness.

"Well," Rias taps the butt of the marker on the bottom of her lip, thinking for a moment. "We should first analyze the two. Figure out why they still haven't just come out and expressed their feelings." "Let's see here," Nawin cross his arms behind his head and stare up calmly at the dimly lit ceiling "Yuuto tends to be shy when it comes to the romantic subject. We've noticed he always to get a bit flustered whenever you and Issei get a bit too affectionate." "Very true!" Rias nods and takes off the cap on the marker to draw a chibi version of her Knight then adds in a speech balloon that says 'I'm shy.'

Nawin sweatdrop at the drawing. It looks great, but he was not expecting a chibi-style art from the Gremory. "How do you like my drawing?!" Rias asks with sparkling eyes, eagerly wanting the opinion of her dear little brother "It's nice. Self-taught?" "Hehe, yep!" Rias replies, spinning the marker around her fingers while Nawin raises an eyebrow in impressed.

"Now," Rias returns to the board and starts drawing a chibi version of her other Knight, Xenovia. "So," done with the drawing, she shifts to Nawin "Why do you think Xenovia hasn't made a move yet? She is a forward individual. She became bolder when she started gaining admiration toward you, Nawin-kun." The Makasha close his eyes to think a bit, figuring out why Xenovia hasn't just spilled it out yet. He honestly expected her to make the first move, but it still hasn't happened.

"My guess is," Nawin opens his eyes "Her reason is similar to Yuuto. I've noticed she chokes up when the subject of love pops up. And let's not forget about her past. Xenovia was trained by the church at a young age to be able to wield the Excalibur. She didn't have time to understand the concept of love. Irina was her only friend. So, Xenovia probably just don't know how to approach this situation and is scared if she does something wrong it might make Yuuto uncomfortable."

Rias nod vigorously "That is the most reasonable answer... I think you are right, Nawin-kun." She turns around to write something in Chibi-Xenovia's speech balloon. Nawin looks and sweatdrop at what is written in. 'I don't know love!' Is inscribed inside the balloon. Rias step back and giggles a bit her handy work. Chibi-Yuuto holding his cheeks and uttering 'I am shy,' while Chibi-Xenovia has her arms raised up, screaming 'I don't know love!'

Nawin sits up and crosses his arms, resting his legs on the carpet. "The best approach is for us to force the two just to admit their feelings" "Yeah," Rias nod "But, easier said than done." "Don't you already have a plan set in stone?" Nawin asks "Yeah, they will be heading to the amusement park soon. I gave them the tickets and said that I couldn't go with Issei today because of reasons" "When will they be there?" Nawin asks, looking at his watch to see it just hit 11Am "Yuuto said he would like to be there around 11:30 and I think Xenovia agreed with the time."

"So, we have half an hour to come up with a plan that will finally make these to clowns confess their feelings," Nawin sighs and glance up at the ceiling, formulating some kind of scenario and play it out to get results. Rias takes a seat beside the Makasha and begins thinking of a plan.

After a few minutes, Rias's eyes snap open as a toothy grin spread across her face. "I got it!" she exclaims. Nawin reopens his eyes, shifting it to her "Let's hear it." Rias face him "Simple! Why don't I transform into Xenovia and just confessed to h-" "Idiot!" Nawin shouts and bonks the Gremory on the head. "Kyaa!" Rias cries, holding her head with both hands as small tears form on her eyes "W-Why you hit your b-big sister" she utters with a wobbly lip, trying to look adorable.

Nawin glares and points "We are supposed to make them confess to each other! Not elbow in there and do it deceptively!" "I was only half-joking," Rias whines, crossing her arms and pouts "Doesn't sound like it!" "Hmph!" Sighing, Nawin relaxes back into the couch and begins pondering more for ideas.

'Transform,' that word Rias used stuck in the Makasha's mind. "I may have an idea," Nawin whispers out and the Gremory perks up immediately, shifting to him "Really?" she asks in a hopeful tone. Nawin looks at her and smirks "You actually gave me a good idea when mentioning transform" "Hmm?" Rias blinks "We need to give them that final push, right?" "Yeah," "Then the best way to do it is to use jealousy" "... OH!" Rias's eyes brighten in knowing "You want to make one of them jealous?" "Xenovia to be precise. Push her to the extent where she knows she has to confess."

Rias smiles "I like the idea. It's like something out of an anime!" she states, giggling "Indeed." Nawin stands up and stretches his arms up before bringing them back down, then turns to face the Gremory. "Here's the plan. We head to the amusement park and wait for the two to arrive. Then, Rias, you transform into some random girl and approach Yuuto... Don't get too coy in the beginning, it'll just scare him off" "Got it. What about you, Nawin-kun? What will you be doing?" "I will have a word with Xenovia to help improve our chances. So, we best act when they're momentarily separated."

With an exciting grin spread on her face, Rias bounce off the couch and lands in front of the Makasha. "Sounds like we got a plan! Now let's move out!" Rias shouts and heads to the door. Nawin lets out a light chuckle at the Gremory's enthusiasm before following her out of the Occult Building.

Outside Kuoh

Issei dashes through the forest at rapid speed. Maneuver pass from the trees with great agility. The Boosted gear equipped on his right arm. His glowing emerald eyes shine brightly in the dimly lit forest created by the tall trees that densely populate the field.

Panting lightly, the Hyoudou slams his right feet down to kick off the earth in a booming aftershock. He gets spend blasting forward like a human boulder. Issei emerges out of the forest and lands at the center of an empty and large patch of land with short-cut grass.

Issei swiftly rotates around. His eyes snapping to the right and left. Watching the forest for someone or something to emerge. Suddenly, the earth rumbles and booming sound erupt from the north. Issei looks forward and is gasp in shock when seeing Kokoro ascending out from the trees, riding a pillar of earth that extend from the bottom.

The Queen jumps off the pillar and exhales before thrusting her right arm forward to discharge a hail of blazing flames to the Hyoudou. With a smirk, Issei charges up his mana, causing the red aura to implode around him. Releasing his wings, Issei shoots to the air and narrowly avoids the frightening flames.

Without hesitation, Kokoro brings both arms forward to create a thunderous clap that produces a violent wind current. Taken by surprise by his Queen quickness, Issei receives a full brunt of the attack. The sharp wind leaves numerous cuts all over his body and clothes.

Issei counters by bringing his right arm up "DRAGON CANNON!" he exclaims and discharges the large magic sphere forward. With a smirk, Kokoro straightens her right hand to look like a sword and swings the arm upwards to produce one sharp blade made of wind that severs the sphere in half. Cutting through the center like it was butter.

The two pieces of the sphere flies pass Kokoro before contacting the ground. Two sizable explosions erupt from below. "You are getting better at using your sacred gear" Issei state with a proud grin "I don't laze around when you aren't here, Issei" Kokoro replies with smirk "Ahaha! That's my Queen!"

Issei's eyes sharpen, and he burst forward in rapid speed. Kokoro instantly gets to her stance and shoots her right feet up to release a wave of flames. Issei maneuver under the fire and blast up to send an uppercut that connects perfectly at the Matashi's chin. Kokoro stumbles back but quickly retaliate with a right kick forward that connects to Issei's stomach as he was heading upwards.

Gasping in pain, Issei slid backward but didn't wince and remain in the stance to block the incoming right hook aim for his face. Kokoro swipes her right arm away then springs, shooting her left feet to the Hyoudou's head. Issei lifts his left arm up and catches the attack, gripping firmly on the knee. Kokoro's lip twists into a smirk and levitates her right feet up and in a surprise move, nails Issei in the head from the other end to create a sickening and stiff sound.

Instantly daze by the attack, Issei's arms drops and he goes spiraling to the earth. Kokoro looks below and watches her King crash down on the scorching black field. Her flames from the previous attack burnt a large portion of the area. The once green grass littered the area vanish and what left is nothing but blackened earth.

Landing on the ground and retracting her wings, Kokoro watches her King groaning on the ground, clearly still seeing stars from the stiff attack. "Perhaps a bit too stiff there, Kokoro" a new voice appears and have the Matashi turn to see Elise walking toward them, dressed in casual clothes of orange t-shirt, black jeans, and gray sports shoes. She held two cold water bottles on each hand.

"You finished your running?" Kokoro asks, looking at the t-shirt covered in sweat which results on it clinging to the Princess's hourglass frame. "Pretty much. I ran around until I arrive here" Elise replies and throws one of the bottles to Kokoro, who catches it and utter thanks. Opening the cap and taking a drink of the refreshing cold water, Kokoro glance to see Elise making way toward Issei, who's still laid on the ground.

Kneeling beside her King, Elise brings her index finger forward to poke his cheek. "Get up!" she yells with a big grin "Shouldn't our King being standing tall instead of laying on the ground?" "Was that supposed to be words of encouragement?" Issei utters, opening his eyes to look up at his Knight. "She isn't wrong," Kokoro state, stopping by the side then notice something that causes her eyes to narrow and her brows twitching violently. Issei's eyes whether one purpose or not slowly move to Elise's breast that's clung on the shirt. Fortunately, there wasn't any translucent, but the shirt hugged the Princess's chest enough to show the size of her bust well.

Being oblivious to the look, Elise just smiles. Kokoro snatches Issei by the collar of his shirt then violently pulls him back to his feet. "Arhgh! My neck!" Issei shouts, pain from the whiplash. Elise glares and smacks his forehead with the bottled water "Your neck won't be the only thing hurting if you don't control your perversion!" "S-sorry," Issei whimpers, terrified at his Queen's vicious glare. Just as expected from an orange-haired like her, she can be very violent and scary.

Kokoro sighs and passes her water bottle to Issei "Here, drink up" she says. "O-Oh, thanks," Issei replies, surprised by the gesture then looks at the bottle with wide eyes "Isn't this like an indirect kiss?" he whispers more to himself, causing Elise to giggle while Kokoro facepalm "What are you, five?" she utters with a sigh.

Seeing her King is already taken care of. Elise takes the other bottle for herself and gobbles down the cold water, cooling off her body and hydrating it.

It was like any other Sunday morning for Issei and his peerage. The three would meet up outside of Kuoh. In an area that's far away from any civilization. There they would spend a couple of hours doing some morning exercises then train. Either together or against one another. It is a routine Issei greatly enjoys as he always finds it more fun and motivating to train with others, and it also gives him the opportunity to get to know the girls better. Bonding with them.

Kokoro gaze at Issei, seeing him holding the bottle at the side while staring off to the distance with a faraway look. "What's up?" she speaks which snaps him back and turns to her "Hmm?" "What's on your mind?" "Oh, just... Just wondering when Nawin will get back into the game" Issei admits, chuckling softly "Honestly miss doing some light sparring with him" "Ah, he is still in hiatus," Elise notes with a nod.

Kokoro crosses her arms and sighs "It's his decision and one we should respect. I saw it in his eyes," she states, cocking her head to the side to stare off into the forest "Nawin is tired off all the battles. It's been nonstop for him, and I'm sure he also has some personal problem plaguing him too. I think it is healthy that he decides to step out of the Supernatural for now."

Issei looks at Kokoro with a look of surprise "You think he has some personal problems?" "Issei," Kokoro speaks, her tone softer than usual "He's your best friend... You must know Nawin is a complicated individual. It doesn't take much for me to see that he had a rough past and he still hasn't completely gotten over it."

"Yeah..." Issei's expression saddens "I know, but sometimes he is so good at hiding his emotion that it's near impossible to read him" "That's just his way not to worry you, Akeno, and the rest of us" Kokoro inserts. "Will he ever move past this personal problem?" Elise asks, wearing a sympathetic look. She can in some ways understand the Makasha's feeling. She was left traumatized by what her father was about to do to her at that horrid night, but with the help of Bronwen and her new family, she was able to move past that and become happy once again.

Kokoro shakes her head "Hard to say since I don't know the details of his past" "He's always been quiet about that," Issei state, scratching his head "Even Akeno doesn't have the full picture of his past. The only people that know is Lucy and his parent" "They also keep a tightlipped on the matter, so it is clearly still a sour subject" Elise comments.

The girls blink when Issei's expression shift to a fire of determination, a grin breaks out on his face. "After this, I should go hang out with him!" Kokoro can't help but smile when seeing this. It is clear that Issei was getting a bit worried about his friend with all their talks. And decides on the spot to put upon himself to spend time with Nawin on hope to brighten his day. This selflessness and care Issei carry for his friends is something Kokoro greatly admire.

Time skip: Center of Kuoh

Standing near the bustling Amusement Park entrance is Yuuto. He stares at the crowd of friends and families. Watching them either entering the park or treating themselves to the variety of snacks from the food stands set outside. Considering it is the weekend, the place was quite packed, but not too much for it to become a cumbersome time.

A bit nervous, Yuuto looks down and notice his shirt's collar is still up. He gasps and quickly fix the collar, folding it down to make it look perfect. With a nod in satisfaction, he looks onwards to the ground with a small smile. Some adults passing by saw this and giggles at the Kiba's action, believing he is waiting for his date and trying to look as good as possible for that special someone.

Yuuto looks down at the attire he chose to wear. Deciding to go to a more casual route. He is dressed in a silver button shirt with short sleeves, loose black jeans that are kept in place with a belt, and a plain black shoe he would wear to school. 'Did I dressed too simple?' he wonders, scratching his cheeks and tilting his head, a look of confliction shows on his face.

Even though Yuuto and Xenovia hang out regularly. It exclusively means their training sessions. The two never had a normal hanging out by themselves. It was generally with their other friends. So, this is the first time Yuuto has ever done something outside of training with Xenovia. Just thinking about the two of them walking around the amusement park already gets him sweating a bit.

"Aww, he looks so cute squirming around like that! Even fixing his collar!" seated on one of the many benches placed outside the entrance is a beautiful teenage girl. She possesses a glistering brown hair that flows down until her slender waist. Bright green eyes shining with mischievous. Creamy soft white skin. An hour-glass figure with a sizable bust. She is dressed in a black sundress that goes perfectly with the chilly weather that Kuoh is currently facing.

Sited beside her is another individual that has a manga held up to his face. "Calm down will you," he utters and brings the book down ever slightly to reveal those familiar stoic brown eyes of one Nawin Makasha. "Acting like that, Rias, and he'll know it's you" "Hehe," Rias plays with her brown hair and grin sheepishly "Sorry, it's just so fun to see him getting flustered over this. It reminds me of Issei on our first date."

Nawin raise an eyebrow "Was he really that nervous?" "He was so nervous that he sweated his entire shirt in the first ten minutes" Rias state and giggles at the fond memory "He was so adorable with that expression he wore."

Rias glance to her companion "Were you nervous on your first date with Akeno, Nawin-kun?" "Nervous?" Nawin tilts his head a bit "I was... For any of the girls that talked to me. Akeno gave a lot of death glares that day and scared one girl so much that she passed out" "Ahahah," Rias burst out giggling "Aww, she was so protective back then" "Yeah," Nawin utters with a fond smile "She was very sweet though. I had a pleasant time."

Rias brings the brown lock forward to look at it "Hmm," she turns her head to Nawin "Do I look fine? I've changed enough, right?" Nawin glance to the side and takes in the Gremory's form "Yeah, you don't look anything like your true-self. Beside the shape of your face, virtually everything else is different" "Perfect!" Rias grins in satisfaction.

Resume scouting around, Rias's eyes widen when she spots here other Knight. "Psh, Nawin-kun" she whispers and elbows her companion on his side, earning an annoyed grunt "What?" "She's here!" Rias points to the left and Nawin shifts his eyes ever carefully, keeping his face still very hidden behind the manga.

Walking through the crowd all on her own is none other than Xenovia. Dressed in a black sleeveless shirt, blue denim short that reaches down to the knees, with colorful blue and green running shoes. With the way the Knight is dressed, she has many heads turn to look at her. From men blushing by her looks to women being jealous of her smooth, clean skin and tone figure that holds all the right curves.

Rias whistle "Wow, Xenovia really pulls that tough, tomboy look perfectly, while still retaining her beautiful appearance!" she grins "Yuuto is one lucky, boy!" Nawin sweatdrop when hearing his self-proclaimed sister gushing over like some kind of mother spying on her child first date.

Yuuto gasps when spotting an unmistakable blue hair through the crowd, and the moment Xenovia emerge fully in his view. Yuuto feels his heart beating double of its average pace. Even though he looked calm on the outside. Inside was the opposite. Putting on a bright smile, Yuuto waves at his companion while trying to calm his heart before he gets a stroke.

A smile breaks out on Xenovia's blank face when she spots the Kiba standing not far ahead from her. Her pace hastens ever slightly to get to him. "Sorry for being late!" Xenovia says with a sheepish smile "Was trying to find something appropriate to wear for this. And I had to find the right balance with this weather" "Y-Yeah," Yuuto replies, mentally bonking himself in the head for stuttering "Don't want to get sweaty" "No kidding," Xenovia sighs, glancing up at the sun for just a second "It's been burning lately."

Yuuto takes this opportunity to compliment the Quarta's appearance. "You look lovely, Xenovia," he says with a sincere smile "A-Ah," Xenovia is surprised by the sudden comment and is unable to hide the faint blush creeping to her cheeks "Thanks, Y-Yuuto. You also look nice" she replies shyly, averting her eyes to the ground which Yuuto finds adorable.

Scratching his cheeks, Yuuto grins "L-Let's head into the park! I got the tickets Buchou gave" he says, wanting not just to stand here and create a moment of awkwardness. "Y-yeah!" Xenovia gives a broad smile "Let's enter and have fun!" she says in a bizarre way as if trying to carefully find the right words to use.

With a nervous chuckle, the two Knights follow the crowd to the gate to enter the amusement park.

"Oh, lord..." Nawin utters, laying his face in the manga after witnessing the interaction from his two friends "This is going to be a long date." "Give them a break, Nawin-kun," Rias says, beaming "They are just hopelessly in love!" "You aren't wrong," Nawin pulls the manga down and shifts to the right, watching Yuuto and Xenovia finally entering the park after giving their tickets.

"Well," Nawin close the book and gets up "Let's follow them, but discreetly" "Alright!" Rias hops up and immediately snatch the Makasha's left hand. "Let's move!" she exclaims and burst forward to the entrance "W-whao! Slow down!" Nawin shouts, running so he won't get drag around "We are supposed to be discreet!"

Kuoh's Amusement Park

"Here, I got you some lemonade" Xenovia shift around and smile, taking the cold plastic cup containing the beverage "Thanks." Yuuto smiles warmly as he watches the Quarta takes a big sip of the refreshing drink. Many people in the park held a cold drink in their hands to keep them hydrated. Some also decided to bring an umbrella with them to either shield themselves or their kids from the bright sun.

"Ahh!" Xenovia sigh in pleasant after removing her mouth from the straw, a grin split on her face "One good thing about it being hot right now is that it is the best time to drink some lemonade!" "Ahaha," Yuuto laughs lightly "That's very true" he replies before taking a sip of his own lemonade.

Bringing the drink down, Yuuto looks around and smile when spotting a ride not far from them. "Do you want to go on that first?" Xenovia follows the blonde's gaze which lands at the single rollercoaster ride in the park. Which also happens to be the biggest ride.

Xenovia chuckles and shift back to her friend "With you?" she points, smirking in amusement "I don't know if you remember, but you passed out on that Viking ride we done in the Fair at Aimi beach." Yuuto's entire face turns pale slightly as flashbacks of him throwing up in the trashcan resurface. Xenovia cracks a smirk "Yeah... I don't think it's wise for you to go on a rollercoaster, Yuuto."

"But," Yuuto regains his composure and smile "I know you enjoy those type of rides... So, if you want to, then I'll join you no matter what." Xenovia's eyes widen by the Kiba's words. Her heart quickens for a moment as heat form around her cheeks. Her eyes averted to the ground. "A-are you sure?" Instead of answering, Yuuto's smile grows, and he takes Xenovia's hand "Yep, let's go" he says, guiding her to the ride.

"Alright! Next batch, please come forward!" a man shouts and guides Yuuto and Xenovia along with other people to the rollercoaster that just returned. The previous passengers had already gotten off and exited from the other side.

Considering they are the head of the line. Xenovia and Yuuto are placed in front of the ride. The helpers lock the seatbelt on them, checking everything is right before moving on to the next pair. Xenovia is smiling the entire time because her companion seated on the right. Yuuto's expression holds nothing but still, but his hands are gripping tightly on the sidebars, while his feet are unconsciously tapping on the metal floor.

The sight was comical for the Quarta, and she is unable to suppress the giggles that escape from her lip. Yuuto shakily turns his head to look at Xenovia and gives a weak grin "I-I am all good. It's going to b-be fine" he says that though the last part seems to be more to himself. Xenovia just chuckle and nod "Good to hear... Just don't throw up, alright?" she says and gets a nod "O-Of course. I won't stoop so low" "I know."

"Hmm..." Rias blinks looking up at her friends seated on the rollercoaster while licking a strawberry ice cream with waffle cone that she held in front. "I really do hope he doesn't vomit," Nawin comments from the side, holding a chocolate ice cream and licks it before speaking again "That's one surefire way to end the date immediately."

Rias shakes her head "Yuuto is a gentleman, Nawin-kun. He won't do such thing" "I know he won't, but he can't exactly control his body, Rias." "Hmm," the Gremory hums, revering her sight back to the ride "True... Hopefully, he has enough self-control" "Or just swallow it back in" Nawin says and gets an elbow to the side "Don't ruin my ice cream!" Rias hiss, not wanting to think of such scenario "Sorry," Nawin replies with a slight smirk to show he wasn't completely sincere with the apology.

Yuuto gasp when the rollercoaster starts moving and his grip on the handle tightens so much that the metal begins bending. 'Oh boy,' Xenovia looks forward and see right off the bat they are heading up for the significant slope, and from there it will be nothing but speeding through the loops and taking sharp turns.

Xenovia takes a moment to examine the slope and can take a guess it is roughly eighty meters tall. The Knight begins to wonder if this was a good idea. She starts to feel excited and turns to see Yuuto looking surprisingly calm. Xenovia blinks at this rapid change "You ok?" she asks and gets a smile in response "Yes, I think I can do this" Yuuto state.

The rollercoaster reaches the peak and stops momentarily. Many gasps escape from the passengers. Either it is from fright or excitement. Xenovia grins widely while Yuuto's face turns slightly pale.

When the rollercoaster tips over, it immediately shoots down, and the screams of many passengers erupt. "Yeaaaahhhh!" Xenovia thrust her arms to the air and laughs, completely having fun "Ahhhh ahhhh!" Yuuto screams in utter terror and keeps an iron-grip on the bars.

A first huge loop approaches quickly, and Yuuto's eyes widen all the way when seeing it. "This is going to be awesome!" Xenovia shouts out, being the one who's enjoying this the most which get some wide-eyed look from the other passenger. Yuuto just keep his mouth shut, finding himself screaming so much to be embarrassing 'She probably will start thinking I am some weak guy,' he thinks, a rare thought from the usually confident Prince of Kuoh.

The rollercoaster rush into the loop and many of the passengers cries in terror, gripping to bar for their lives. Yuuto has his eyes closed and bites his tongue. Xenovia is just having a blast and laughing.

The ride continues on, and many screams and cries mimic around the park from the passengers in the attraction. Three minutes pass by, and the rollercoaster returns to its stop. For some passengers, it felt like they spent an hour in the terrifying ride.

"Hell yeah!" Xenovia gets off the ride with a big grin on her face "That was awesome!" she shouts and gets lots of stun look from the people. Yuuto stands on the surface in wobbly feet, feeling his world spinning for a moment. Xenovia turn to her companion and chuckles at his pale face "Come one," she grabs his hand and heads to the stair "Let's grab you some water."

Yuuto's pale cheeks quickly turn pink when feeling Xenovia's soft hand grabbing his, holding it firmly. Even though this is the first time they held hands, Yuuto felt very comfortable. It felt like their hands fit together like a glove. With a small smile on his face, Yuuto follows the Quarta while closing his hand around hers, giving it a soft squeeze. When feeling the squeeze, Xenovia blushes ever slightly as a small smile form on her lip.

When back to the center of the park, Xenovia reluctantly releasees Yuuto's hand and turn around to face him. "You wait here while I go fetch some cold water," she says "Alright," Yuuto replies with a smile and watches the girl disappear into the crowd. Taking a look around, Yuuto finds a bench just a few steps away and decides to take a seat there to wait.

"Alright," Rias speaks up "They just finished the ride and are currently separated, Nawin-kun." The Makasha shuts the manga and turns to look, seeing Yuuto sited on a bench, waiting. "You remember the plan?" Nawin asks, passing the manga over "Of course," Rias takes the book and place it in her handbag "I'll start talking to him when I see you near Xenovia" "Remember not to get too coy" "I know, I know," Rias replies with an innocent smile which has Nawin send her a blank stare.

The two go on their separate way to begin their plan. Rias slides her way through the crowd while wearing a bright smile. Garnering lots of look from the men and women. Both parties stunned by her current form's looks.

Yuuto tap on his phone to have a quick check on the time to see it is 12:30. 'When she's back we should go find somewhere to eat,' Yuuto smile at the idea of just them two having lunch together. He returns the phone in his jean's pocket then looks forward and gets surprised by seeing a gorgeous brown-haired woman standing in front of him, smiling radiantly.

Rias sneaks a quick glance forward to see up ahead, through the crowd is Nawin just a few steps away from Xenovia. Signaling her time to converse with her dear loyal Knight.

"Hello!" Rias starts off with a friendly and innocent wave "Hi," Yuuto replies with a warm smile "May I help you?" "Oh, there's nothing I urgently need at this moment, but" Rias glance at the free space on the bench "Can I take a seat next to you?" she asks, smiling sheepishly "Been walking around for a while now" "Of course," Yuuto says, ever being a gentlemen as he scoots over to create more space.

Rias gives her thanks and takes a seat next to her Knight. "Hah," she sighs and turns her head "It sure is hot today, no?" "Indeed," Yuuto nod "Kuoh don't usually get this heated. It must be one of those rare occasions" "Perhaps."

'Hmm,' Rias starts thinking in her mind how to move to the next stage 'I don't want to get too flirtatious since it'll cause him discomfort, and it could give Yuuto a bad look to Xenovia when she sees. I better just be friendly and sprinkle in a bit of flirt, but not too much that Yuuto will notice. The dummy tends to be oblivious to these things.'

Xenovia stops by the counter "Two bottles of cold water please," she requests to the middle-aged man "Of course, but wait a moment, please. I just placed a new batch in the fridge not long ago. It should be ready in a few minutes" "I'll wait" "Thanks," the man replies with a smile and goes to serve other customers for the moment.

"Hello, Xenovia" an unmistakable soothing and deep voice greets the Knight from the right. Xenovia swiftly turns her head to the side "Nawin-senpai?!" she exclaims in surprise, not expecting to run into her friend here. The Makasha greets her with a soft smile "Funny seeing you here," he states "Ahaha," Xenovia cracks a smile "I should be saying that. What are you doing here, Senpai? Did Asia and Lucy drag you here?" "Nothing like that" Nawin shakes his head "I was just nearby and caught your signature and decided to say hello" "Ah, I see."

"So," Xenovia starts, smiling brightly, showing she is in a great mood "I never got a chance to asked you this, Senpai, but how are you doing with this Hiatus time? Feel a bit weird?" "Hmm," Nawin rests his arms on the counter an adopt a thoughtful expression "I did feel a bit weird at first since I followed this routine of training every morning. Training with my powers. So, when I just stopped, I felt a bit lost" "I know the feeling a bit," Xenovia state "When I don't do my daily morning and afternoon training and exercise. I just felt misplaced and like I wasted my time" "Indeed, but I was able to get rid of that. Instead of getting up early and just training by myself. I get up a bit later and take a morning jog with Asia and Lucy" "That's nice," Xenovia says with a smile "Yeah, the two really enjoy those. Also, a light exercise like jogging does well for Asia."

"You know," Xenovia speaks, chuckling a bit "Even though you are in a hiatus at the moment and the rest of us are still training hard. You are still the strongest out of all of us, Senpai" "Then you all should push even harder," Nawin state with a smile, bumping his shoulder with the Knight "While I am taking it easy. It leaves room for all of you to improve tremendously for the time being. Trust me when I say I want you and the rest to be stronger than me. It would do all of us good for future encounter's" "Yeah," Xenovia nod, her expression soften "I know. It feels as if when we defeated a strong enemy... Another and more powerful one would appear" "It's like a cycle," Nawin utters "No matter what, there will always be villains. People that want nothing but their own selfish gains. To cause senseless destruction."

Xenovia notice that they are digging into the supernatural world subject and decides to change it. "Anyway!" Xenovia stares at Nawin "Senpai! I always wanted to ask you this question" "Oh?" the Makasha raise an eyebrow in intrigue "Ask away" "It's about your name" "My... Name?" Nawin blinks in surprise "What about it?" "It's so different like mine! So, I've been curious about what came to be for your parent to name you with that."

"Ah," Nawin smile warmly "Well, you know that I am half-blood, right?" "Yeah, Thai and Welsh" "Exactly so, my parent did something creative. 'Na' being Thai and 'Win' being English. Put that together, and you got my name" "Ooh, I see. What does 'Na' mean?" "It doesn't have a specific meaning. It's more of a word that softens a statement. Similar to 'ok' tagged in an English sentence" "Interesting" Xenovia whispers, holding a thoughtful expression while nodding along.

"Of course," Nawin looks onwards to the waiter working hard to serve customers for a variety of drinks "Having an unusual name gives way for people to use it to tease or bully me when I was young. But I never came to hate my name... Because a dear friend of mine said, she loved my name. She said it was unique compared to all of the dull names the other kids had."

"She is completely right," Xenovia state with a grin "I'll always take an interesting and unique name over a typical and boring one!" "Ahaha," Nawin laughs lightly "We are lucky then," he says then gives a wink "Both you and I got unique names" "Ahaha," Xenovia laughs as well "Very true. I love my name."

"Here's your water! Good and cold!" the man exclaims with a big smile, placing the two bottles on the counter, in front of the Knight. "Thanks," Xenovia gives the money to the man "No problem! Thanks for the wait" the man replies and returns to serve other customers.

Seeing that it was time to do his final part, Nawin opens his mouth "You are here with Yuuto, right?" he asks "Yeah," Xenovia replies with a grin, a faint blush appears on her cheeks. "Xenovia," Nawin speaks, his tone may be soft, but it also holds sharpness in it to show the conversation is turning serious "Don't you think it is time?" "Time?" she repeats, blinking momentarily in loss "Time for you to express your love for him."

Xenovia is stunned by the sudden comment and her blush increase tenfold. "U-um," Xenovia is unable to say anything and stutters, not expecting the conversation to shift into this "Xenovia," Nawin says with a warm and reassures smile "If you don't act then someone else will... Then you'll lose him and come to regret it. Think of that and think of all the time you are wasting. Times that you can be spending with him to create special moments together."

Xenovia looks down to her hands that are clenched together. "I-I'm just scared... I've never been in a relationship before" "You know he will return your feelings, right?" "Y-yeah," "Then take a leap of faith." Nawin claps his hand down on the Knight's shoulder, giving her a supportive smile "Life would be boring if you always play it safe because you are scared or nervous to do something." Xenovia looks up at Nawin and sees his smile "If you know he loves you then finally... For the both of you confess. I'm talking to you about this because you are the one that needs it most. You are scared of pursuing this relationship while Yuuto is just shy... And it doesn't help him when he sees that you are afraid of being in a relationship with him."

Xenovia's eyes turn glossy as a single tear drips down, then she quickly pulls Nawin into a hug and gives the nod on his chest "T-thank you, Senpai. You are r-right... I should confess! I want to confess!" "Then it is time," Nawin whispers, petting the Knight's back "Go to him. Show him how much you love him and want this relationship."

Pulling back, Xenovia looks up with determination shining in those dark yellow orbs "Thank you, Senpai" she says and takes the bottles before swiftly turning around, marching back to Yuuto. Nawin smiles warmly and leans back on the counter, watching the scene unfold.

Xenovia emerge from the crowd and lets out a gasp when seeing a pretty brown-haired girl chatting with Yuuto. She watches the unknown girl scoot closer and starts sending flirty gazes to the Kiba, who is showing some discomfort in his eyes.

With her eyebrows twitching violently at the scene, Xenovia march over and stops right in front of the two with the last step loud to catch their attention. "X-Xenovia!" Yuuto shouts, showing sighs of relief of her return while the unknown girl just smiles. Xenovia's annoyance increase when she notices some smugness behind that smile.

Dropping the bottles to the ground, Xenovia takes a step toward Yuuto and grabs him by the collar. She pulls him up and in for a kiss. The two Knight's lip finally embraces one another. Yuuto's eyes widen all the way in shock by the act while Xenovia's cheeks shine in bright pink while her eyes remain close to savor the kiss. Yuuto closes his eyes and brings his arms around to embrace the Quarta to hold her close, deepening the kiss.

Rias breaks her facade and stands up, smiling brightly at the couple. Clearly, both lost in their own little world. She takes this moment to leave quietly. Giving the newly couple their space.

"I love you," Xenovia immediately says the moment they pull apart "I know," Yuuto smiles "I love you too, Xenovia" "I'm sorry for taking so long," "No matter how long I would still wait for you," Yuuto says, bringing a big smile to the Quarta. The two share another kiss.

"Finally," Nawin shift to the right to see Rias stop beside him, back in her true form. She stares at the couple with a joyful smile "After so long... They are finally together." Nawin nod and turns back to the couple "Xenovia just needed a push" "I knew you'd be able to give her that push," Rias grins "Good job, little brother" "Mhm-hmm."

Time Skip

Done with their mission. Nawin and Rias exist the Amusement park with a feeling of satisfaction. Glad that their plan went smoothly and got the result they wanted in the end. Finally, after so long, Xenovia and Yuuto are together.

"Hehehe," Rias giggle, clearly in high-spirit "Aren't you overjoyed," Nawin comments with a smile "Of course! At last, they are together!" "Indeed. The rest will also be happy seeing them tomorrow" "Yeah, everyone was rooting for the two."

Rias cross her arms behind her back and looks at all the towers at the center of Kuoh. "So," she glances at the Makasha "What are you going to do now, Nawin-kun?" "Go home and relax" he replies then exhales a sigh "I have enough excitement for the day" "Where's Akeno by the way?" "She's out shopping with Asia and Lucy... Probably back home by now" "Mind if I come along to your house?" "Don't see the harm in that."

"Nawin!" Issei comes bursting from behind and collides at the Makasha with a flying hug that sends the two tumbling to the ground. "Ahahah!" Rias laughs at the two groaning boys laid on the ground. Nawin's eyes snap open, and annoyance shows clear in those brown orbs. He sits up and glares "What the hell, Issei?!" "Hehehe," the other just chuckle and sits up too, grinning sheepishly "Perhaps a bit too much excitement there."

Issei sees Nawin is just giving him the blankest stare possible as if to ask why he is here. "I was wondering if we can have a sleepover?" Issei asks, his grin never faltering "Sleepover?" Nawin blinks in surprise, not expecting the sudden request "Why?" "Can't the two of us have some good ole sleepover?" Issei says "Come on! We never had one before! Should be fun."

Rias holds a warm smile at this. Knowing her lover well enough that this sudden idea of a sleepover comes from him being worried for the Makasha. Wanting to spend time with him and create some fun times. She decides to stay silent to leave the two at it.

Nawin stares at Issei for a moment before returning to his feet. "Well," he starts, offering a hand to the Hyoudou and pulls him up "I am fine with a sleepover... But the person you need to convince is Akeno. If we are to have a sleepover, then she has to sleep elsewhere."

Issei's grinning face morph to a frightful expression "I-I forgot about that," he stutters. Nawin and Rias sweatdrop at the Hyoudou's scared form when thinking of confronting the Himejima. They can't exactly blame him though since in the past Akeno has been roughed on him for the mistakes he would make.

"Come on," Nawin crosses his arms, looking at his friend "Just asked her politely. She won't kill you or anything" "She'd kill someone for you!" Issei points "That... I can't deny" "See! I need to be careful!" "You are being a bit ridiculous here" "When it comes to your girlfriend I am not! She doesn't like me!" "She just enjoys giving you a hard time. You know that" "Y-Yeah, true. But sometimes I can't tell if she's being serious or not!" "Huh, bloody hell" Nawin sighs, rubbing his temple. Rias is giggling at the whole scene, just enjoying this peaceful and normal moment.

Time Skip: Makasha Household

"Please allow us to have a sleepover!" Issei begs, sited on his knees and his head bow to the carpet. Akeno, who is seated on the bed reading a book, blinks by the sudden action from the Hyoudou. Nawin and Rias stood by the side, both sweatdropping at the scene and at the direction Issei decided to take on begging the Himejima for the sleepover.

"Ara, ara," Akeno giggles in her devious manner, which sends chills down Issei's spine. He peeks up to see her closing the book and place it down on the bed. "Seeing you bowing down... Do you really want to get punished that badly, Issei?" Akeno asks. "Ahh!" Issei immediately shoots to his feet and brings his arms forward, shaking it around "No, no, no! I-I just w-want to have a sleepover w-with Nawin!" "You want to have a sleepover with my precious Nawin-kun?" "Y-Yeah."

Akeno stares long and hard at Issei. Her eyes are sharp as a razor. The longer the stare, the more Issei starts sweating. Nawin and Rias were beginning to worry the boy may pass out soon from the stress. Suddenly, a bright smile breaks out from the Himejima's face "If Nawin-kun is fine with it then so am I" she says, and Issei immediately crumbles to the ground then sigh in relief "That was the most stressful thing ever" he whispers to himself.

"Since the boys are having a sleepover," Akeno turns to her friend "You want to have one as well, Rias" "Of course!" the Gremory replies with a big grin "It's been a while since our last sleepover" "Ufufufu, that's true."

"With that cleared," Nawin leans off the wall and head to the door "I'll be fetching some lunch. Starving right now" "Ah," Akeno hops out of bed and quickly makes way to her lover "I bought some the ingredients to cook you a traditional Thai food, Nawin-kun!" she says, grabbing the boy's hand and drag him out of the room "Help me prep it" "Alright, just slow down the stairs, Akeno!"

Rias kneel down beside Issei and poke his cheek "Boop," "Urghh," Issei opens his eyes "Come on, Mister" Rias grins "Let's quickly head back to our house to pack your things. Tomorrow's Monday so you should have your school uniform ready here" "Alright," Issei replies with a smile and gets help up to his feet by the Gremory.

Time Skip: Night

With night descending to Kuoh. Rias and Akeno have left to the Occult Building to have a sleepover there at Rias's previous room where she still holds most of her possession in the Human World. Issei is already at Nawin's bedroom. Showered and dressed in a red pajama, something the Makasha did not expect his friend to wear.

"Aha! Hell yeah, I'm going to beat you!" Issei shouts in excitement grinning as he controls Yoshi, driving the kart near the finish line. Mario is in second place not far behind, being controlled by Nawin. "Hmm," he takes a right turn to go to a special way that holds an item box and hits it to receive a turbo booster.

Yoshi is just a mere few meters away from the finishing line until Mario blasts pass him with the turbo boost to win the race in first place. "Oh, come on!" Issei sighs in dismay at the lost, dropping the controller when Yoshi reach the finishing line. "Better luck next time, Issei," Nawin says, watching his friend pouts like a child at another loss. "How do you keep winning?" "I use my brain instead of just charging through everyone. If you had used that special route and took the item box, then you'd secured your victory" "... You strategize too much" "Huh," Nawin cracks a smirk.

The Makasha's phone suddenly rings of a notification. Nawin takes it out of his short's pocket to look "... Our pizza is here" "Ah," Issei shoots up to his feet "About time! I'm starving" "Then go fetch it. The money is on t-" "I'll pay," Issei interject and race out of the room before other could respond. Nawin shakes his head and smiles softly before he too gets up to go fetch the plates and drinks.

Five minutes later, both Nawin and Issei are back in the bedroom. Seated in front of the large television on the wall. Their large pepperoni pizza and buffalo wings are laid over a protective plastic sheath to not make a mess on the carpet.

"We are lucky that Asia and Lucy have already eaten dinner," Nawin states, looking at the delicious pizza "If they caught a whiff of this they'd be barging through that door and devour all of this" "Ahaha," Issei laughs, able to clearly imagine the two blondes with big appetites doing that.

"So, what are we watching?" Issei asks, looking at the tv to see it is on the Netflix screen "What do you want to watch?" Nawin returns the question "Well, I wanted to start watching Boku No Hero" Issei admits, rubbing the back of his neck "Never got around to it yet since I've been busy with training and school work" "Hero Academia it is," Nawin says, grabbing the remote to scroll to the Anime category "You're fine with that, right?" "Sure, I too have been planning on watching it, but just been holding it back until more seasons gets release" "Hey! That's the same thing I've been doing" "I'm surprised Rias hasn't had you watched it with her yet" "Oh, she's been reading the Manga version since she can't be bothered to wait" "Ah, I see."

Selecting the show, Nawin drops the remote beside him then picks up one of the wings. He dips it in the blue-cheese sauce before taking it to his mouth while turning to watch the show. He chews and swallows the meat, then a smile of comfort form on his lip. Issei sees the smile on his friend's face and grins before picking up a piece of the pizza and munch on it while shifting to the television.

This is all Issei wanted right now. To relax with his best friend and bring that real smile to his face. Deep in him, Issei wants this kind of peace to last for a long time. A peace that Nawin currently wants and has. Enjoy the free time they have together and with their friends.

"... Issei" "Yeah?" "Thank you" "F-for what?" "For this" "... Ahaha, no problem, bro."

Next Chapter: Ghost From The Past