The rest of the two weeks went by quickly, or about as quickly as one could imagine when you're not paying attention. A few things happened in that time frame. Firstly, I've improved the "dress break" into three different styles (with a fourth in development), thanks to Sin. Secondly, I can now keep up with Kiba in terms of swordplay, speed on the other hand ... somehow he got faster to the point he seemed to multiply. Thirdly, I've learned a few spells, mainly ice and water to counter the fire, although the lightning spell didn't hurt to learn ... when I wasn't getting zapped. And Lastly, I'M FINALLY NOT A NERVOUS WRECK AROUND NAKED GIRLS ... well mostly. Shocking I know, Rias made it mandatory for us girls to change and bathe as a group, but hey I'm just glad that it doesn't completely bother me anymore.

"Murayama and Katase are gonna be surprised for sure. Well if they actually put two and two together ... as much as I love them as my friends, they can be rather dense."

I thought to myself as Ddraig was busy napping trying to conserve energy for what is coming.

"You really have come a long way Isa, I'm so proud. You got so much stronger, but not too strong it destroyed your body."

I heard Death say as Sin was just laying on my bed with her head on Death's lap. Honestly it's kinda cute seeing them like this.

"Yeah you surprised me you fat cow, you might actually win this. So ... when are you going to admit to them?"

Sin remarked in a snarky tone, I just sighed as I knew what she was implying. I looked back and smirk.

"When you can admit you know what to you know who."

I retorted as Death tilted her head slightly in confusion, Sin on the other hand just flipped me off. Death started giggling at the two of us, seriously though we mortals are supposed to be afraid of this ball of light? I'm more scared of my hair getting caught in my bra hooks, than this giggling pink robbed figure.

"You both are sharing secrets, that's so cute. Oh I know! How about I tell you both a secret? That way we all know something about each other."

She said as she pulled me closer to whisper it, surprisingly Death is warm. Not as warm as Sin is, but warm enough it's comforting. With the two of them this close it feels like bundling up in a fuzzy blanket, and drinking warm cocoa on a cold winter night.

'I think you're both really cute.'

Both Sin and I looked at each other the back at Death. Sin gulped and sighed.

"I think you're cute too."

Sin said in a nervous tone, Death just laughed and patted Sin's head.

"Awwww that's cute. Anyway I need to get ready, Rias will be pissed if I'm late."

I say as I turned preparing to leave my room, only to be stopped and turned towards the two. Before I can even ask what's going on Death and Sin approached and kissed me on my cheeks. Death kissed my right cheek and Sin kissed my left cheek.

"Wh-"

"It's for good luck Isa."

Death said as she and Sin backed off.

"More like so you don't die you dumb cow, consider this an unholy blessing of sorts!"

Sin said before turning away. Although I can't see her face, I swear she was blushing.

"I know I might lose ... but I'm thankful that you both have been willing to stand by me for this long. So ... Death, Sin, thank you both for everything."

I say before hugging the two, unintentionally knocking their hoods off their heads. I could only tell their hair due to holding them close. Sin had short red hair, and I mean red on a tad darker than Rias' hair, yet it was warm like sitting near a warm campfire. Death had black hair, but it had white lines in it.

"Very peculiar hairstyles, and I swear I've seen Death's hairstyle somewhere before."

I thought before I was pushed away to the ground by Sin, who pulled up her hood quickly. Death on the other hand didn't, due to her wearing a skeleton mask that basically hid most of her face.

"D-DON'T GET THE WRONG IDEA DAMN IT! IT'S NOT LIKE I GIVE A DAMN IF YOU DIE OR NOT!"

Sin yelled as Death just giggled, knowing something I didn't obviously. I just sigh before standing up.

"You may not, but you have helped me plenty, because Death asked you to or not ... I feel like we actually ... never mind, hope you both enjoy the show. Just keep that stuff to the bedroom ... your bedroom not mine."

I say before going to get ready for this fight. As I step out the door I can hear Death saying something to Sin, who just sighs and apparently agreed, the rest was muffled by the door. As I walked to the bathroom I bumped into Asia.

"Oh Isa, sorry, I was ju-"

"It's okay Asia, I wasn't paying attention. I was just in thought about something."

I say accidentally cutting Asia off. Asia seemed to catch on.

"Lady Death and Lady Sin came to wish you luck too?"

Asia said as I nod, she then giggled and smiled, guess she enjoyed having others to talk to when not around me or the rest of the peerage.

"You know, I'm starting to wonder why they insist on checking on us so often. Either way I'm glad you have more friends to talk to ... even if one of them can be harsh."

I say getting a confused look from Asia.

"Huh? One of them is ... harsh? Oh you mean Lady Sin. No no, she's not harsh at all, she's actually very sweet."

Asia said making me confused seeing as how ever since I met Sin, she was rude and yelled a lot. After a moment of silence Asia rushes off to her room adding.

"Well I'm gonna go get ready, you should probably do the same."

I just nodded and entered the bathroom.

"Wait so she's not rude to Asia, or Death, probably not her companions on the council either. Am I really her only target? ... Wait, is rude to one person, calls them an idiot multiple times, is explosive in temper ... she really is a tsundere."

I thought as I splashed water on my face. Now I know there's a difference in tsunderes, the first is the love interest tsundere and the friendzone tsundere, not to mention the rival tsundere ... plus the um last version. Question is ... which one is Sin?

"Ugh I don't need to be worrying about this right now! Rias needs me to focus, I shouldn't be questioning Sin's mentality!"

I say out loud unintentionally, while scratching my head in frustration. I just sigh and hang my head.

"Who's Sin?"

I heard someone say from behind me. My eyes shot open as I turned to face the voice, it was my mother. What was most surprising is she was in her bathrobe.

"M-Mom!? How did y-"

"You left the door unlocked."

Mom said interrupting me mid question, and motioning to the lock on the door that wasn't turned. Although she then turned to me with a worried look.

"Now back to my question, who's Sin? Isabelle, please tell me you're not becoming a Yakuza."

She stepped closer and I shook my head. I'd sooner kiss Kiba than become a freaking Yakuza.

"Nonononono! It's not like that mom I swear! Sin isn't a Yakuza, and nor am I! I promise!"

I said in a panicked tone as I waved my arms in front of me. I then looked down and sighed ... how was I supposed to explain this without sounding insane. I took a deep breath and felt she should know at least some of the story.

"I need you to be open minded about this ... please mom."

She nodded and so I told her as much as I could ... minus the fact her daughter is the reincarnated soul of someone who knows this world as a work of fiction in their prior world. Once I finished there was a long period of silence, I had my eyes closed the whole time in fear that she would panic or something. The silence was deafening, but what happened next was not at all what I was expecting. My mom pulled me into a hug, a warm, caring hug.

"Isabelle, I'm so sorry you had to deal with all this at a young age. I should have known something was wrong. To not notice my daughter had gone through so much chaos, so much pain. I'm a failure of a mother aren't I?"

She said as I felt like crying, I hugged her tightly in return. I couldn't believe this, she was actually understanding of my situation.

"No, no you're not mom, you are the best person I know. I was so afraid of how you would react that I had no choice but to hide this from you. I know dad would probably overreact if he knew."

I replied as we stood there for a moment before we broke the hug.

"Isabelle, I don't care if you're reborn as a Devil or not. You are my daughter, and I know my daughter has a good heart. I just wish you told me sooner, maybe I could have helped."

My mom said as I just smiled and fought back the tears. I couldn't believe what I was hearing, she was being so understanding.

"I doubt it ... Rias would probably have scolded me for even letting you know. This was supposed to be secret, heck not even she knows of Sin or Death being actual people. She's rather controlling if I'm being honest."

I say with a slight chuckle, my mom chuckling along with me on that statement.

"Yes she does seem rather strict ... but I'm glad she has you to back her up. If this Riser is truly going to be as troublesome as you say, she is gonna need all the help she can get. Such a shame Raynare and Kalawarna can't help though."

She said as I shook my head.

"No, sadly the rules state only those in a peerage can participate, plus light can be dangerous to a Devil. So they would have been restricted from participating anyway."

I replied getting a nod from her, although she seemed to be thinking about something. She then shook her head before addressing me again.

"Regardless, I'll keep this a secret, and let you go but do me one little favor. It's not too bad, just a small minor thing really."

She said as I get a confused look on my face. A familiar sense of danger rises, as my mom looks at me with the same expression she gives my father when he screws up. She approached me until she was inches from my ear.

'Make that disgusting, pathetic, overpompous, womanizing bastard regret meeting you.'

She whispered letting a bit of her past personality show. I just internally smirk as I just let out a slight giggle. Sometimes I forget how scary she can be when truly angry, she keeps this type of stuff hidden very well. Guess I really do get my anger from her.

"Don't worry about that, even if we lose this match, I plan on making him suffer."

I replied as my mom backs off and lets her normal housewife personality return.

"That's all I can ask of you ... well that and for you to finally get a girlfriend."

She says making me blush in shock and embarrassment.

"Wh-"

"Oh please Isabelle, I'm your mother, did you really think I wouldn't notice you liked females over males?"

She said once again cutting me off. She then turned, and walked out but not before adding.

"Besides, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't interested in my own gender at one point. So I guess you could say I know the signs of a poor girl perving over another."

I just stood there in shock, my mom figured it out. Then again I guess she always knew, even before I did. Although now I'm just wondering what else I don't know about her.

[30 minutes later]

"One hour until the game begins. ... Hey do you think I can win this Ddraig?"

I asked as I sat alone in the darkness of my room.

"Not too sure, I mean we're against something that is willing to possibly sacrifice everyone he has since he can't be physically defeated."

Ddraig said as I feel her shaking her head. I sighed and looked down at the floor. If my memory serves me right Issei lost due to overexerting himself causing Rias to call the match.

"Well lets just hope we can even damage his reputation. I don't care how, but I just need to make him suffer."

I replied, accidentally letting out a tad bit of aura which caused Ddraig to laugh nervously. I noticed and calmed down a bit before saying anything more.

"Sorry about that Ddraig, it's just ... I suppose I'm on edge. First there was the deal with the Fallen, next Rias gets challenged by her supposed fiancé, then we train for two weeks with me trying more than anyone to get everything right. Now I find out I never needed to hide things from my mom, moments before going into this huge fight!"

"Don't worry partner, I get it ... for the most part anyway. You've been through a lot especially for someone your age. However if I may offer a bit of advice, it's best to get this all out now ... rather than have your nerves get to you in the middle of combat. That could lead to making mistakes, and getting you into trouble."

Ddraig advised as I nodded. Suddenly there was a knock at the door.

"Hm? Yeah? Who is it?"

I asked before hearing the only other female in this house.

"Isa-chan, are you there, can I come in?"

Asia asked, I just felt Ddraig shrug and I decided to respond.

"Yeah sure, I don't mind, come on in."

Asia then opened my door and entered my room, wearing her old nun outfit.

"Wow that's a blast from the past."

I commented as Asia just stood there in the doorway.

"I thought I'd wear a nun's attire since the president told us to dress in what we feel most comfortable. So I just wanted to know what you thought."

Asia explained as I nodded and realized I never really had a designated outfit that felt comfortable ... other than my school uniform, which I'm just now realizing I wear far too often.

"Yeah I guess that makes sense, it's your most worn outfit and the one you wore when we first met. Although why would you care what I thought? I always thought you looked cute in almost every outfit you wore."

I say only to instantly realize I let my mouth run without thinking. Both Asia and I blushed at what I said. God could I be any cheesier with these compliments!? Why am I so bad at this type of stuff!?

"You're sweet ... I'd like to stay here with you. Do you mind?"

Asia asked, I just remained quiet and patted next to me. Asia walked over and took a seat on my bed beside me. After taking a seat she grabbed my left arm and leaned close to me, it was obvious I wasn't the only one who was on edge.

"Nervous?"

I asked as Asia just hugged my arm a little tighter, guess that's my answer.

"Yeah but I'll be fine as long as you're with me! ... Can I always be by your side from now on?"

Asia asked as I just smiled and kissed her on the forehead. For once it didn't bother me as much that I did something like this. Asia then looked at me blushing.

"I promise Asia, we'll always be together. If anything were to happen to you, I'd probably destroy the world to get to the one who hurt you."

I say in a caring tone, with a smile on my face, Asia stayed silent before burying her face into my breasts. Why is it everyone I comfort goes there? I sigh and just let her stay there, as I rub my hand on her back. Eventually my mom walks in and motions her head, I take that as a sign to head out, I nod my head and pat Asia on the shoulder.

"Time to go Asia."

I say before we stand up and head to the front of the house. Mom was already in downstairs as we stepped off the staircase.

'Good luck you two.'

I heard mom whisper as we leave the front door, Asia seemed a tad surprised but I motioned for her to keep it a secret. Last thing I need is Rias finding out before the time is right.

[A bit later]

As we get to the clubroom, everyone was doing their own thing to get ready. Kiba was managing his blade, Koneko was putting on her gloves ... still wondering why she has those, I mean she's strong enough without them. While Rias and Akeno were enjoying tea. Asia and I took a seat next to Kiba.

"I guess Kala and Raynare aren't joining us before the match?"

I asked only to get shake of the head from Rias.

"They said they had to "get something tailored", or something like that."

Akeno said before taking another sip of her tea. I just gave a confused look before hearing the door to the clubroom open and close.

"Excuse us."

Sona said as I just smiled.

"Evening student council president, oh and you're excused."

I commented, somehow making Rias, Sona and even Tsubaki chuckle at what I said. Honestly that's a little surprising.

"They liiiiike you~"

I hear Ddraig say in a teasing tone, I just groaned in annoyance as she does this. To think she would be so juvenile about this. Rias I can understand, however Sona nor Tsubaki have even said anything about liking me.

"Oh shut up Ddraig, I doubt Sona and Tsubaki think that way about me."

I think only for Ddraig to say.

"You have yet to meet with her, so it might be."

"I doubt it."

I think, only for Akeno to bring me out of my thoughts.

"Glad you could make it."

"So mind explaining why you're both here? I doubt it's just to wish us luck on dealing with the colonel's long lost experiment."

I asked giving a slight annoyed look, not exactly towards Sona or Tsubaki, just because I hate the current situation.

"Rating Games are broadcast to members of both families. They are responsible for it."

Rias explained as I just nodded.

"I guess that make sense. Good, although I would prefer embarrassing him to all of Hell."

I thought getting a bit of a chuckle out of Ddraig.

"I don't exactly understand why you hate him, ... well I kinda can, but I'm all for this idea you have of embarrassing him."

Ddraig said as I felt like she was smirking.

"And besides it's her first Rating Game, I wouldn't miss an event like this for anything. That and I've heard what you said as well as did Hyoudou. I must say you're probably his main target."

Sona said as Tsubaki is trying not to laugh, I guess Rias told her what happened when I first met him.

"Makes sense, I did insult him multiple times to his face, I regret not putting him through the wall though."

I say with a slight chuckle. Although knowing how this fight will go, ... NO! I've changed some things, surely I can succeed in this match! Soon Grayfia appeared from a magic circle and seemed slightly annoyed, guess she was talking with the thanksgiving leftovers.

"Yo Fia, you doing okay? You look like me when I run into the perverted duo."

I say getting a slight chuckle from the Gremory maid.

"Yes Hyoudou, I'm fine, just that dealing with Riser-sama can give quite the headache. Now then, is everyone ready?"

Grayfia asked as she looked at us all. Rias decided to answer before I had a chance.

"Yes, anytime, or as Isa would say ... lets cook this over grown birdbrain."

"That's nowhere near what I would say ... okay maybe a little.

I retorted to which everyone laughed, yes even Grayfia, Sona, and Tsubaki. Honestly this was a nice calm before the war.

"Very amusing Hyoudou, When it's about to start, you will all be teleported to the battlefield."

Grayfia explained as I tried to remember just how much of the battlefield was open space. I do remember its homefield advantage. However with what little restraint everyone is going to have, it's better to hold back until the final boss.

"Hyoudou are you listening?"

I heard Sona ask as I look over at her.

"Honestly? No."

I bluntly admit, getting a few mixed reactions. Tsubaki took a step forward and spoke.

"Care to explain why you're ignoring important information?"

"Guess you could say I'm going over bits of information I know, possibly a few ideas on combat strategies. However they have more room for error than wildly throwing your pawns at a the enemy in a game of chess. Don't get me wrong, a player with less can sometimes pull a win, but if the opponent is able to predict your moves before you do them, you'll lose before you start."

I say getting a raised eyebrow from Tsubaki and a shocked look from Sona.

"I can only hope that we pull this off, but when a rookie goes against a pro, there's a small chance the pro will make a mistake. Yet from what I've read, he will throw everything at us, giving us no room to breathe. We either succeed or we fall, and call it a gut feeling ... but he might have us in check before we enter the field."

As I finish my rant the entire room was silent, I guess I should've just kept my mouth shut.

"That may be, however Hyoudou, you forget a single unguarded opening can lead to even the best player being defeated. I'm sure you can find that opening, after all you seem to find the perfect times to let loose."

Sona said after a few moments. She and Tsubaki then turn to leave before she looked back at me.

"Oh and Hyoudou, I'm not a betting girl, but if I was? I'd bet Rias and you will tear him apart, and be sure to do it slowly."

Sona said in an almost teasing yet commanding tone. For some reason I blushed at that. Why? Fuck if I know, maybe it's just the thought of tearing birdbrain a new one. She seemed to chuckle before leaving, as I felt a certain red head wanting to kill me.

"IIIIIISSSSSAAAAA."

"I didn't do anything!"

I say as I jumped and covered my face in fear of getting hit. This lead to everyone but Rias laughing.

"When this is over, you are getting your punishment."

Rias said getting up to go to the magic circle, she then looks back at us all and says two simple but commanding words.

"Let's go!"

Everyone follows her to the circle, while I try to keep my distance from her and miss punishment. Once everyone was on there was a big flash of light and we ended up on the battle field ... which had our starting point being our clubroom, convenient. Now if I was Issei, I mean I sorta am, I would have thought this was the same place we were a second ago ... if only something wasn't off.

"... God damn it."

I say, my left eye twitching in annoyance, as I realized something didn't make it through. Well multiple items actually, I was now just standing in my bra and panties. Kiba already was covering his eyes, I'm glad he learned to do this. I just turn to Akeno while trying my best to keep a calm demeanor.

"Akeno can you?"

"Oh my, you really have rotten luck with teleportation."

Akeno said as she summoned a spare outfit. Unfortunately it was my gym clothes.

"Yeah yeah don't rub poison in the wound. Although knowing you, you'd get a kick out of doing that."

I say snagging my clothes and going to change. As much as I hate this uniform, it's literally all I have available at the moment. Once changed I walk back over to the group while trying to fix the damn wedgie these stupid bottoms keep giving me.

"If I ever meet the person responsible for female school gym uniforms, I'll bury them 20 feet under."

I thought as I try to pay attention to what was being said. However I unfortunately began forming my own plans for the battles ahead.

"For Satan sake. ISA!"

I hear Rias yell her aura flaring up, I just chuckle and back away from her.

"I-I was listening ... s-sorta."

I saw her eye twitch as I say that, next thing I know I was upside down in a wall. Damn that girl can hit hard, however I find it funny since I have put people through walls before, and here I am IN the wall. Ddraig speaks up with a slight sigh.

"You sure like making your life harder, huh Isa?"

"Oh shut up, you know I'm trying to come up with some strategies. I can't do that AND listen to her."

I thought as I watch Rias calm down. She puts her hands on her hips and seemed to smirk a bit.

"Are you willing to listen to me now, or do I need to call a timeout and let Akeno have her turn?"

Rias asked causing me to glance at Akeno, who simply looks me dead in the eyes. She licked her lips as a small sadistic smile graced her face. I just gulp and look back at Rias.

"Y-Yeah, t-totally, you have m-my full attention Rias-senpai."

Rias lets out a sigh and smiles.

"Good, glad I finally have the rebellious empress' attention. It only took, how do you put it? Putting you through a wall?"

"This bitch!"

I thought as Koneko walks over and pulls me off the wall by my hair. Fucking hurt, but hey I guess I kinda deserved all that. Especially since I ignored all the info Grayfia gave about where the main bases were. Although I know where we are, and that chicken fucker is in the main principal's office in the main school building.

"Now then, if SOMEONE is done ignoring me, we need to prepare."

Rias said before Koneko walked over and offered me a small red ball of magic. Figuring what it was I took it and put it in my left ear.

"Magic ear pieces, hey Rias, can I play music on this?"

I asked only to get Rias to shake her head.

"No, this is how we'll communicate on the battlefield."

Rias explains before she looked at me. Guess she was trying to see if I was gonna continue acting dumb or pay attention.

"I knew that, I was just trying to lighten the mood. Unfortunately I can tell this isn't the time, in that case, just point where you need me Rias. I'll pluck his feathers and roast him over a campfire!"

I say only to get a small smile from her.

"The game begins now!"

Grayfia announced via some omnipotent voice system. I let out a slight sigh, however for some reason my throat hurt after that. I just shook it off and tried to focus. Rias set up a map of the area and started to discuss the full plan.

"The enemy's main base is the new schoolhouse. It'd be quickest to cross the schoolyard, but..."

"Yeah it's fast, but you have no cover and would be nothing more than a sitting duck. A walking target that all eyes would be on from the moment you walked out the door."

I say chiming in as Rias nods.

"Indeed, it's too risky without proper coverage. Although Isa, you seem to have some opinions about this."

Rias mentions as I kinda scoot over to her and pull the map closer, giving me a better look at it.

"Yeah, you could say that, but then again you and I were the only one's that knew the plan prior. Now normally a straight forward approach could work ... if we had more pieces in play. However with our limited numbers, if we divide our forces into two small groups, they would be forced to do the same, weakening their defenses. An approach from the back, across the track field could give us the element of surprise."

I say before going silent, crossing my arms under my chest. The strategy could work if we had enough people to form a third group, however we don't.

"Although with how few of us there is, we would be outnumbered and overpowered in minutes. No one would be able to make it in. That is if the enemy doesn't already have traps set up to counter our movements."

"So we still have a problem?"

Rias asked before I shake my head.

"Not if we play smart. A small assault on a minor base of operations, could distract the enemy long enough to disorganize their forces. Their traps, if we manage it, can be used against them. As for these "tears" they have, limit says two, best bet says the king's sister and queen have them. if I can get my hands on one ..."

I continued only to start trailing off, before noticing the others looking at me like I had a dragon standing behind me.

"I was ranting again wasn't I?"

I ask, rubbing the back of my neck, as Akeno just giggles.

"Well you have a point Isa, they are probably expecting that. I expect a few of their nimble rooks and knights to be placed around the athletics club house."

Rias says as Akeno adds her own thoughts on the matter.

"It's a classic but foolproof tactic, although that doesn't leave us much options."

"That's why I suggested we make a diversion, one I think our only male has picked up on."

I say as Kiba nods and points to the gym on the map.

"Isa's right, I think we should take the gymnasium before we do anything else. It's adjacent to their home base and not too far from us."

Kiba said before I spoke up again.

"Think of it like this, it's the very center of this board we're on. If we manage to take it first, we have a decent foothold in the enemy territory."

"Well look at the brain on you Isa, and to think I wanted to shock you until you forgot how to be rude."

Akeno said as I felt a chill go down my spine.

"Y-Yeah ... maybe don't do that?"

"Isa."

Rias says calmly getting my attention.

"Yeah?"

"Tell me, what piece do you think would benefit in a closed space."

Rias looked at me waiting for an answer, I sigh and look at Koneko.

"Koneko and I would be the best option for that type of assault."

I say before Rias turns to me fully and asks.

"And why would that be?"

"While Kiba has the speed to keep the enemy on their toes, there's limited room to move. Akeno has firepower, but that's better for when the enemy can't move, otherwise she'll cause collateral damage. Asia isn't a combative type of girl, so she wouldn't last long if she was rushed. If we put you in there senpai, sure you could win, but that runs the risk of every single one of his pieces rushing you. That would be game over if even one managed to get the drop on you. Koneko and I are the only two who have mobility, and strength, to handle a closed quarters fight."

I explained as Rias smiles and pats me on the head.

"Correct, a rook's power would be better suited than a knight's mobility. Plus with your unpredictable nature, the combination of Koneko and you, could easily provide us a way into the enemy territory."

Rias says before turning to Koneko and Kiba.

"First, we need to secure the defensive line. Kiba, Koneko, go set up traps in the forest asap."

Kiba and Koneko nodded before Shiro was summoned. Shiro ran up Koneko's arm and sat on her head before meowing.

"We'll be going then, wish us luck you guys."

Kiba said as the trio left, with that Rias turned to Akeno. I stated to tune everything out as I try to come up with a plan to deal with what is to come ... but my mind was starting to go blank. I don't know what to do, I want to do this right. I want to win ... but what can I do? He's literally unkillable, practically unbeatable.

"No stop that, everyone has a weakness! Just focus on your battles, nothing else."

I thought as I shook my head and looked at Rias as Akeno left.

"So what now, what about Asia and me?"

I asked as Rias sighs and gives me a smile.

"Now? Now Asia stays by my side. Seeing as how she is our healer. Without her, we will be in for a rough battle."

Rias said as she sat on the couch and patted her lap.

"Isa come over here and lay your head on my lap."

She continued as I looked over at her lap.

"Um, Rias, I'm not tired nor am I Shiro. I should really be focusing on the battle ahead right?"

I say in response, only for her to shoot me a glare as if saying, "I'm not in a joking mood right now, so get over here or I swear you will regret it.". So to keep myself alive I just go over and lay on the couch, laying my head on her lap. Strangely enough it was rather comfortable, like a squishy and warm pillow with a pleasant scent. However as I felt my cheek being poked I realized my eyes had closed. Looking up I started to blush as Rias was also blushing.

"G-Gomen."

Was all I said as I looked away from Rias. Why that happened, I had no idea, all I could tell was it was embarrassing to both of us.

"It's fine Isa."

Rias said before muttering something under her breath. It almost sounded like she said something along the lines of, "I wouldn't mind doing that again once I'm free.". I could be wrong, would not surprise me if I was. Although Asia seemed rather upset from me enjoying it.

Once both of us calmed down Rias began to speak again.

"Remember I told you I spent eight pawns to resurrect you?"

"Yeah, you needed to use them all due to my power, judging by that tingling feeling ... you just unlocked another layer of my strength that you originally sealed."

I say as I look up at her from her lap. Rias simply nods and smiles at me as she combed her fingers through my hair while she spoke up.

"Correct again, your body when I found you was too weak for all that power. So to keep your body from being destroyed I sealed it away, and have been unlocking it within reason. Although now, you can hold it a lot better, even if we need to work on your attitude."

"Yeah don't think that will be anytime soon. My attitude is part of my charm, besides, without it I wouldn't have been able to insult the birdbrain."

I say as Asia seems a lot calmer about why I was laying on Rias' lap. However not long after I got up and slammed my left fist into my right hand.

"Now, let's kick that bird so hard he wishes he could die!"

"Couldn't agree more. Isa, you already know what to do, Asia remain with me. I'll relay the plan to the others."

Rias said before I nod and, probably do the dumbest move, by jumping out the window.

"Now the fun begins!"

I thought as I ran to meet up with Koneko at the gym. Once I reached the meet up point, both she and I nodded to each other.

"Any final words Rias?"

I ask through the com-link as I hear her chuckle.

"Only this Isa, you have my permission to let loose."

"Oh honey, like I need permission to do such a thing. You know I would do so anyway."

I retort to her comment, and I didn't need to see her to know she was smiling.

"Just do what you need to do Isa."

Was the last thing I heard before Koneko and I walked into the gym.

"They're up ahead aren't they?"

I asked Koneko as she nods in response.

"Right then, let's bring the roof down on their heads."

We walked out to the quartet of girls.

"Let's see, two lolis and two other chicks. I'm gonna guess, three pawns and one rook."

I comment once we encounter them.

"And you two are Rias' rook and the smartass pawn, huh?"

The girl in blue asked as I nodded.

"Yup, name's Isa, but I'll cut you girls a deal. If you give up now, I'll end this quick and painlessly."

I say trying to end this quick only to get all four girls laughing. I just sigh as I kinda figured that wouldn't work.

"That's adorable, you actually think you're a big enough threat to make us surrender."

The girl with blue hair said as Koneko facepalmed.

"Yeah figured that wouldn't work, so who are you four?"

I asked to stall for time to come up with a proper plan of attack.

"I'm Mira, a pawn."

"I'm Xuelan, a rook."

"I'm Ile, a pawn!"

"I'm Nel, also a pawn!"

With introductions out of the way I did a slight bow. You know to show a little respect to them, not their fault their leader is unbearable.

"Nice to meet you all, but unfortunately I need to win this. I'll handle the pawns, Koneko ... break the rook."

I say as Koneko nods in response, having thought the same thing.

"Let's make this showy."

I say as I spread my wings before rushing Mira, catching the girl off-guard as I tackled her a good few feet from her team.

"Woah! She's fast!"

"She may be fast but she'll be sliced just the same!"

I hear the twins yell out, dunno who said what since I wasn't looking at them, before hearing the revving of chainsaws. I quickly dodge their swings, using them as a springboard to get some distance.

"Nice try kids, but I'm not looking to become mince meat."

I say with a smirk on my lips. That seemed to infuriate the twins.

"GRRR STAND STILL!"

They yelled in unison, before giving chase, the same way they chased Issei. I used this to my advantage however, I tagged both their weapons due to them swinging at me with reckless abandon.

"Lets finish this, Isa."

Ddraig says to me as I turn around facing the twins. Summoning my Boosted gear, I prepare my new technique.

"Yeah, maybe you two shouldn't play with those, they aren't toys. WEAPON BREAK!"

I yell and snap my left fingers, causing their chainsaws to shatter.

"WHAT!?"

They yelled in unison, causing me to smirk. I then rush them, tagging them the same way Issei did, landing near Mira. She swung her staff at me, I just grab it and punch it hard enough to break it without my technique. The look on Mira's face is priceless.

"Y-You broke my staff, just who or what are you?"

Mira asked, slightly in fear as she backed away from me. I just let a bit of aura out as I look back at her.

"How rude, I already told you who I was, I'm Isa. Lady Rias' faithful pawn, and her most dangerous piece, her wildcard so to speak. Got it memorized?"

I say tapping the left side of my head, before punching her hard, knocking her back a good amount. However that was also tag number three. The trio of pawns came together for one last attempt to defeat me. Time to end this!

"And do me a favor, stay down. DRESS BREAK!"

As I say that they all seemed to become shocked, probably remembering what my last "break" technique did to those chainsaws.

With a snap of my fingers the trio were left immobile and nude. Koneko threw her opponent near the trio. Once grouped together I froze them in place.

"Just so you know, I hate that move, but hell knows it's the only way to immobilize us females. Been fun ladies, but Koneko and I got a date with your king. ... I think I'm gonna puke, can't believe I just said that. Later!"

I yelled out as Koneko and I leave the gym before Akeno blows the whole damn building to pieces.

"HOLY SHIT THAT WAS LOUD!"

I yelled as my ears ring since we were still fairly close to the gym when it was blown up.

"How do you say it? Note made, don't be nearby when she brings down the house."

I hear Ddraig ask as I just chuckle, mainly because that is something I would say. However I could feel a certain someone glaring at me.

"I'm disappointed in you."

I hear Koneko say as my hearing comes back.

"HEY YOU HEARD ME! I HATE THAT MOVE! It makes me feel dirty just using it, but it was the only option I could think of."

I say looking away from her.

"Besides, I was told to do whatever it takes. So if a few girl's have to lose some dignity for Rias to be free ... SO BE IT!"

After I say that Koneko lightly hits my arm. Causing me to rub it since it still hurts.

"You are so cheesy."

She says as I sigh, I knew this fact well.

"We're to meet up with Kiba around the track field, and annihilate the enemies in the area. Try not to undress too many."

"D-Did you just sass me in the middle of a war?"

I ask in shock, seeing a small hint of a smirk on the edge of her lips.

"Forget it, knowing prince charming he's probably pulling a one man army. Well let's go."

I say shaking off the shock and start leading the way, knowing full well what is ahead of us. I don't want her to be taken out, so I'll take the blast for her.

"You use that technique on me and you'll regret it."

Koneko says as she follows me. I sigh starting to regret using that technique as a base for the others I made.

"She totally hates me now, way to go dumbass."

I thought before hearing a familiar screech, and a glowing magic circle appears beneath me, before almost instantly exploding. Luckily I survived, since it felt like the blast knocked me away. However that could only mean one thing, I wasn't the target.

"NO!"

I yelled out as I looked back, revealing an unconscious Koneko, the true target of the blast. I looked up to see Riser's queen smirking down at me.

My plan had failed, Koneko was still taken out, things were not looking good. If I'm not careful, every counter plan I made could come crashing down.

"YOU BITCH!"

[... to be continued]

(A/n: And cliffhanger! ... Fuck I hate these. However it's how the episode ends, so not too big of a surprise there. Now, I know what many of you all are thinking, "WHAT TOOK YOU SO LONG!?" or "ABOUT TIME!". An yeah I agree, been asking myself these almost religiously, I did take a long LONG time on this one. Between work, rest, idea blocks, time for myself and literally pacing around my room arguing with myself over how to do this. I nearly got it done ... only to have second thoughts, trying to find pictures, and stressing myself over finding spelling errors. All I can say is I am sorry. I am truly sorry it took as long as it did to get this out. I still hope you enjoyed the chapter. Ciao!)