"We got sidetracked again," Diehauser sighed for the nth time today, "Going back, Rizevim isn't just going to that world quietly. He wants to unseal Trihexa, but I don't know how he's going to open a path. And even if he could unseal it, it's unknown whether he'd be able to control it."
"Once the beast is left to its own devices, the only way to defeat it is if Great Red and Ophis make a move themselves, or most of the leaders of every faction join the battle. A fight between the beast and Great Red or Ophis will cause unthinkable destruction, or it may even lead to the end of everything. The same problem exists if the faction leaders were to fight, but even if they could win and preserve the world, a lot of them will perish."
"With those who wish for peace almost gone, those who wished for destruction will immediately swallow them, painting the world with their own ideals." Diehauser massaged the bridge of his nose as he got a mild headache while talking about the future where Trihexa was released.
"And not just that, if this Rizevim was successful in opening a path, it will also open a path for the other side to invade this place. Who knows what's on the other side? It might be a place where beings at the same level as Great Red and Ophis are just wandering about." added Kisuke.
"..." Silence engulfed everyone for a few minutes before Diehauser spoke again, "The regrettable thing is, I can't do anything to his plans right now."
"Although I'm a member of Qlippoth, I only dipped in one of my feet. As I only gave little bits of information, I only know a few things about it. I don't even know most of their members and their plans that are currently taking place."
"I could go in deeper if I were to provide more important information and assist them in their activities, but I don't want to do that, especially now that I actually don't have any reason to join this organization."
"I could report everything I know to the Devil Kings, but I don't know much and me having some insider information is more advantageous for me. More than that, I don't know who's actually trustworthy among them. If I were to reveal anything, it may be one of the Devil Kings or those around them that's going to leak my actions to Qlippoth, which in turn, will endanger my family."
Another silence engulfed everyone.
A minute later, Kisuke clapped his hands and said, "No point in worrying about this now. And to be frank, I know this may sound selfish, but this isn't our problem."
Sakura frowned at him, "...Kisuke."
But before she could say anything, Kisuke continued, "I know what you want to say, mom, but let me clarify it first. This is the world's problem, not ours. The Alliance is there for these kinds of things."
Diehauser, Sakura, Cleria and Masaomi looked at each other and thought about Kisuke's words.
"Besides, we can't really do anything if we don't have enough information. For starters, uncle can urge the Alliance to check on the Trihexa's sealing place by indirectly suggesting that it's a threat that can't be ignored," added Kisuke.
Diehauser nodded, "Indeed... That's one way to warn the Alliance without rousing too much suspicion from both sides. I'll work on it while I'm working on gathering more information."
Kisuke then faced the other three, "And this Trihexa situation will be similar to the Underworld situation earlier, I'm sure you three are going to run around saving people again..."
Masaomi scratched his head and replied, "Well, we brought Claire to the capital for some sightseeing. Who would have thought something like that will happen? And you're right, although we won't just go to another place to save people, expect us to do something if it's in our immediate surroundings."
Sakura and Cleria nodded along to this.
Sighing, Kisuke picked up Ophis and stood up, "Understood. I won't be bothering to change your mind since it'll just be a useless effort. Since Himejima-san and Irina are about to wake up, I'll go back first." While setting up the magic circle for teleportation, Kisuke thought, 'And while I'm at it, maybe I should create some weapons for their self-defense.'
Sakura also stood up and went beside her son, "Kisuke, how long do you have until you return?"
"A week, more or less. I have to go back before the beacon I placed loses its effect," replied Kisuke.
"Alright. I know you're busy preparing, but please come here every day. At least join us at dinner."
Kisuke smiled and hugged his mother, "Got it. I won't miss it."
The two of them then separated and the light on the magic circle became stronger, signifying its activation. But before Kisuke disappeared, Sakura remembered something and added, "If it's possible, invite Akeno-chan, Irina-chan, and Serafall-sama for dinner."
Kisuke wasn't able to reply and disappeared with Ophis.
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Once the two of them appeared in the hideout, Kisuke muttered, "I guess I won't be sleeping this entire week."
Ophis tugged on the hem of Kisuke's shihakusho to get his attention, "What about me? What shall I do?"
Kisuke thought for a moment and asked her, "Can you feel where your stolen powers are?"
Ophis shook her head.
"I see... Then just help me out with creating barriers. I'll need it for the new hideout I'm planning to build."
Ophis nodded and started walking towards the place where Kisuke usually does his work. Kisuke could tell that she's actually happy that work was delegated to her and thought, 'Hestia-sama should learn a thing or two from Ophis-chan.'
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An hour later, Kisuke felt Akeno and Irina's consciousness rousing, so he turned to Ophis and said, "Ophis-chan. Those two are awake. Go take a look at them for a moment. Once I'm done cleaning up here, I'll follow suit."
Ophis nodded and left her work to Kisuke.
Both of them opened their eyes at the same time, and the first thing they noticed was the bright light within the room. Groaning and closing their eyes again, they tried to recall what the last thing they were doing was.
Akeno and Irina needed a few minutes to adjust their minds, and during that time, their eyes managed to adapt to the light. It was then that both of them suddenly sat up as they recalled what just happened, "Ophis!"
With their voice ringing out, they both looked at each other and muttered, "Akeno?" "Irina?"
They then started looking around, "Where are we?" asked Irina?
After glancing around, Akeno replied, "...Kisuke's hideout?" She then looked down and saw her attire. Just a piece of white gown without any underwear, "Are we saved? Did Ophis save us and bring us here? But why are we wearing this?"
Irina also checked her attire, "You're right... I thought we were total goners when we were hit by that poison... I never thought it was that terrifying. But why are we here instead of the Underworld? Is it Serafall-sama? And where's Ophis?"
At that moment, the door opened and Ophis entered the room, "Ophis! You're safe!" Akeno and Irina jumped down from their beds and briskly walked towards Ophis.
"They can't kill me." Ophis blankly answered.
Both of them sighed in relief and Akeno asked Ophis, "Where's Serafall-sama? How long have we been sleeping?"
Ophis tilted her head and thought for a moment before answering, "Three days."
"Three days!?" Irina exclaimed, "This is bad! We've been sleeping for too long!"
Akeno nodded, "You're right. And we still don't know the current state of the Underworld after those anti-monsters were sent. Let's go to the Underworld."
But before they could cast their magic, a voice rang out from the door, "Oh? I'm glad you two are energetic despite just waking up. You don't have to worry, the issue in the Underworld was already solved."
That voice gave the two girls a chill down their spines.
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28th00: Phis-chama is there for emotional support. Hat is here, they're gonna need that emotional support right now.
The girls' necks slowly turned like poorly oiled gears and faced the man carrying tea while grinning at the door entrance, "K-Kisuke?"
Raising his free hand, Kisuke greeted them, "Yo~, it's been a while."
While Akeno remained stuck in her position, Irina immediately jumped on Kisuke and gave him a big hug and barraged him with questions, "Kisuke! You've returned! Where did you go and why did you only appear just now!? What about those crimes they are accusing you of!? They're not true, right!?"
Kisuke carefully caught her so that the hot tea in his hand wouldn't spill on her, "Calm down, Irina. We can't talk properly if you just cling to me. Aside from that, when did you get so clingy? Western influence?"
Realizing her actions, Irina immediately separated from Kisuke with a flushed face and awkwardly scratched her head, "A-Ahaha, don't mind it. Just really excited to see you in one piece after searching for so long."
"Due to various reasons, I had to go away. I'm sorry for making you worry, and you can rest assured, those crimes they landed on my head aren't my doing," answered Kisuke while patting her head out of habit.
He then looked towards Akeno who was still staring at him with wide eyes, "If there's one thing I didn't expect, I never thought that you'd get involved in all of this, Himejima-san. Thank you for taking care of Ophis in my absence."
Akeno blinked and slowly stood straight up before taking a deep breath and facing Kisuke again, "I only did what I must."
Kisuke smiled and expressed his gratitude again, "I see. Thank you for your efforts. I want to say that I wanted to return the favor, but I already gave you two a very big service, so let's just say that we're even... Hmm... Wait, scratch that. Maybe I owe you a bit more."
Akeno and Irina looked at each wondering what he's talking about. Although Irina didn't have the slightest clue, Akeno could guess what he did and turned to him once again, "So you're the one who saved us?"
Kisuke nodded, "That's indeed the case. However, it's a bit complicated to explain. For now, drink this tea to calm down. After that, I'll have to do a check up on the two of you to see if there are any problems with your bodies. By the way, don't use any magic for now before we're done with the check-up."
The girls immediately accepted his offer and drank the cups of tea cleanly. Kisuke then led them towards another facility. It was only then they finally recalled that they're only wearing a thin piece of a white gown, "Uhhmm... Kisuke? Don't you have better clothes? These clothes... are too thin," asked Irina.
While walking Kisuke answered, "I made it because it's designed not to interfere with my equipment when I'm doing my check-ups. The only other choice you have right now is either that or buck naked."
Irina suddenly stopped walking and looked at Kisuke with an unbelieving face as she realized something, "...You made it? T-then are you the one who also dressed us up? Not Serafall-sama?"
Kisuke, however, just kept walking, "Well, yeah. I mean I hadn't met Serafall at that time and Ophis changing your clothes was out of the question."
Irina grumbled and twisted on her spot while she tried to endure something. But a minute later, she sighed and said, "Haah... Whatever... What's done is done. No point in dwelling on it."
Kisuke looked back at her with a slightly surprised face, "You're not going to say that I should take responsibility?"
Irina gave him a look and replied, "I'm not that unreasonable, you know? I'm not going to ask something so irresponsible to my savior." She then turned towards Akeno and rolled her eyes at her, "What I'm wondering, however, is why you don't have any reaction?"
Akeno only gave her a mature smile and said, "Ara? It's not a big deal, is it? Besides, it's as you said. Urahara-san saved us so a little bit of service is fine~."
Irina gritted her teeth as she felt that she just lost to her.
"It seems that you two got closer to each other... Well, enough of that. After your check-up, I'll be telling you something important. Once that's over and a resolution is achieved, we'll meet your friends since they haven't seen you ever since you went to save Ophis."
Akeno and Irina got distracted by Kisuke's words as they both felt the seriousness within his statement. They then decided to just follow him silently.
The check-up took about an hour to finish and Kisuke was currently reviewing the data he gathered, "Good... Everything is within expected parameters." muttered Kisuke as he thought, 'Even if they ask me to return them to their normal bodies now, it'll be fine since I already got the needed data in my hand. Though I'd really like it if they can stay within that for longer, I can't force them.'
Akeno and Irina were waiting for Kisuke to finish reviewing his papers while Ophis was busily munching on her doughnuts. After a few minutes, Kisuke burned the papers with magic and looked towards the two of them, "Now then, let's change the venue. Before I tell you the important thing, I want you to test your magic first." Kisuke stood up, and as if remembering something, "Right, you don't need those attires now. Since you can't use magic, Ophis-chan, mind-changing their clothes?"
Ophis looked at Kisuke then to the two girls before nodding and pointing her finger towards them. Black mist engulfed the girls and disappeared just as fast, leaving Akeno and Irina wearing the same attire as Ophis, a gothic outfit with black tape covering their nipples for tops.
At the change to an unexpected attire that was even worse than Kisuke's white gown, Irina shrieked while flushing as she tried to cover her tits. Although Akeno didn't scream, she covered her chest with a blush on her face. At the same time, they both looked towards Kisuke, who surprisingly, already had a camera in his hand, "Hey!" howled Irina at him.
Kisuke was startled and took away his camera. Smiling wryly, he replied, "My bad habit..." He then faced Ophis who resumed eating and said, "Ophis-chan, change their clothes to their school uniform. You know how it looks, right?"
Ophis thought for a moment and did the same thing from earlier, but this time, Akeno and Irina were now wearing their school uniform. However, Ophis only knew how it looked outside, so Akeno and Irina can feel a soft drift on their crotches. But even though they were still embarrassed, it's a lot better than Ophis' attire.
"Did you take any pictures?" asked Irina.
Nevertheless, Kisuke ignored her question and exited the door while urging them, "Let's hurry up. We don't have all day and your friends are waiting for your return. Don't make them worry more than necessary!"
Learning from his previous antics, Akeno muttered, "He definitely has them."
Of course, Kisuke won't acknowledge this.
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Editors:
28th00: Phis-chama's casual exhibitionism continues! Another one for the scrapbook!
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