" "Because he is my—" " "
"Ise-san!" "...Senpai!" "Ise-kun!" "No! He's mine~~!" The tearful screams of Buchou echoed within the house. As the school trip loomed near, my bed turned into a battlefield which tore my feelings between happiness and worry. ......Will the school trip go smoothly after all? "In the future I would like to establish a Norse magic school in Gremory territory and start a business training new valkyries out of devil females." Rossweisse-san was describing her plans for the future. "As an angel, I never thought I would visit the home of the upper class devils, what a supreme honour! This must be the grace of the Lord and ... Maou-sama!" Irina was also very happy. As the date of the school trip loomed near, we Gremory servants plus Irina were chatting with Buchou's parents, while having tea in the dining room of the Gremory home. To commemorate the completion of her team, Buchou needed to reintroduce us all to her parents. Elegantly sipping tea while chatting, was this a hobby shared by the upper levels of society? Or perhaps it was because I have never had the experience of having tea and chatting surrounded by so many servants, I felt very uneasy. "Hahaha, Rossweisse-san seems very interested in devil industries. As the head of the Gremory family, I will look forward to your contributions." Buchou's father laughed openly. As always, he acted full of noble flair. Buchou's mother sipped some tea, put down her cup, and changed the subject. "By the way, Ise-san and all you second years will be going on the school trip soon, right? Are you going to Kyoto in Japan?" "Yes, yes. According to plans, we will be leaving for Kyoto immediately." I answered. Buchou's mother was quite strict on manners so I spoke every sentence with apprehension. "Last year, Rias brought back some Japanese pickles from Kyoto which were quite tasty." Buchou's mother actually ate Japanese pickles? No, Buchou ate them all the time at home. Still, I felt rather surprised at the revelation. It's impossible to associate the noble Lady Gremory with Japanese pickles. "I... your humble servant will bring some back from the trip." "Ara... that's not what I meant... I apologise, you really don't have to do that, no?" Hearing my answer, Buchou's mother blushed slightly and brought her hand to the corner of her mouth. This response was unexpectedly cute! After more trivial chatting, the team completion commemorative tea party ended successfully. After the tea party, we were prepared to return home via magic circle. But because Sirzechs-sama suddenly returned to the Gremory castle, we had to go greet him before leaving. "I will go too!" Millicas-sama also wanted to see his father, so he came with us. On a special path used only when Sirzechs-sama returned to the castle, Sirzechs-sama was meeting with someone—a certain black-haired guest. Ah, looking closely, that guest was Sairaorg-san in noble attire! "Thank you for your hospitality. Looking good, Rias and the Sekiryuutei." Even under such normal circumstances, an overwhelming presence could be felt from him. His violet eyes were shining full of spirit and determination. "Yes, it is great that you came to greet us. You too, look wonderful. —But let me apologise for my delayed greeting. Onii-sama, salutations. We heard you returned home and came to greet you." "Don't sweat the formalities, it makes me uncomfortable. Thank you all." Sirzechs-sama picked up Millicas-sama in his arms and smiled at us. The reason he returned had to do with Sairaorg-san? If that was true, then it must be related to the upcoming match. As I puzzled over this, Buchou asked Sirzechs-sama. "Onii-sama, Sairaorg came because...?" "Yes, he came expressly to deliver some fruit, a specialty from Bael territory. How thoughtful of our cousin. We were talking about how Rias should visit the Bael household to express our gratitude some time." Sirzechs-sama spoke. Yes, for Sirzechs-sama, Sairaorg-san was his cousin from his mother's side. Thinking of it like that, Sairaorg-san's status is actually quite high. "We were talking about a few things for the next match. Rias, he has no special requests about the rules, except that all complicated restrictions be lifted from the rules of combat." "—"
Hearing Sirzechs-sama's words, Buchou was surprised but her eyes become serious. "Sairaorg, that is to say, no matter how many uncertain elements there are on our side, you will accept them all, is that what you mean?" To Buchou's serious question, Sairaorg-san smiled fearlessly. "That is correct. Whether the vampire that stops time, or the Sekiryuutei who reads thoughts and blows girls' clothes away, I will take them all on.—If I cannot handle your all-out attacks, how can I call myself the heir of the Bael family?" [—!] Sairaorg-san's open acceptance caused all of us servants to gasp. ...What an amazing spirit and determination. This man really wanted all of us to put our all into it. With piercing eyes, Sairaorg-san gazed at Buchou and then shifted towards me. ...It was a solemn presence that gave a chilling and frightening feeling, but utterly devoid of malevolence. There is not a single shred of evil felt. Just pure battle spirit. This guy was a pure battle maniac just like Vali, but similarly both did not carry any evil in their intentions. "...So scary. T-there actually exists someone who wants to take on my power so actively... This makes it even more scary!" Gasper hid behind my back, showing a scared expression. He's right, after all it is taking on the powerful ability of stopping time. E-even my skills are accepted... That makes me feel so thankful! I must thank you. Watching us all along, Sirzechs-sama made a suggestion. "Yes, there is no better opportunity than this chance encounter. Sairaorg once said you wanted to spar with the Sekiryuutei—Ise-kun right?" "That's right, I did say that before..."
"Then just a friendly match. Don't you want to experience the fist of the heavenly dragon?" ...
Due to the suddenness, my mind was a complete blank... But after a moment, I was able to react. W-w-whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat!? To have me fight Sairaorg-san right here right now!? Really! No no, even if you suddenly say so...! Ignoring my wide open eyes of surprise, Sairaorg-san asked Buchou. "Rias, what do you say?" Buchou considered for a moment, then answered with determination. "...Since Onii-sama... No, Maou-sama says so, then naturally I have no reason to refuse. Ise, is that ok?" —! What are you saying! Really! I have to go? ...Uwuwuwu, if Buchou said so, I cannot refuse... And in front of Asia, Akeno-san and all the girls, I can't look weak in front of them. "...Yes, yes! If you don't mind!" I stepped forward and made such a declaration! Since things had come to this, I had no choice but to give it my all! ...After all, sooner or later we have to face the attacks of the strongest young devil, Sairaorg-san.