Chapitre 92: Training his foolish disciple
"Masaru-sama..." Akeno took hold of Masaru's hand while his back was against the wall, he did not regret his actions as those two people needed a wake-up call for once in their lives but he was simply acting like a spoiled brat back there.
'I really need to talk with someone' Masaru thought, his nightly activities with Akeno and the girls were helping him to release his frustrations but sometimes even that little event could drag out all those frustrations that were about to be forgotten back up once again.
Masaru pulled Akeno into a hug, "Sorry you had to see me like that"
Akeno shook her head, she really did feel fear, not for Masaru but felt fear he might change after this event as she never saw him become this angry. He was always strong in enduring but she realized now, her master was strong but he too had a heart that needs to be supported.
She held dearly onto Masaru not wanting to let go, Masaru felt her warmth closing his eyes to relax a bit unknowingly he fell asleep despite it still being school time. This was a secret between him and Akeno, that he was carried back by her. Whether Akeno took advantage to grab a feel or two, only she would know.
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"To think he would snap at us like that" Zeoticus spoke with Lord Phenex.
The two of them were kicked out of their own rooms by their wives and told to reflect on their actions despite they could not cancel the engagement because that would then really make them a laughing stock.The two of them had time to seriously think back on their actions.
Lord Phenex nodded while taking a sip of his drink "Honestly I felt anger when he yelled at us like that, but now that I look back I can really understand how foolish we really were"
"Kuku, I thought Sirzech was only trying to stand up for his Sister because of his Brocon tendencies but to think it was really Masaru who told him that, guess we became a bit too greedy" Zeoticus spoke looking at the skies.
Lord Phenex nodded as he could relate to Zeoticus that the two of them were certainly too greedy. "I wonder if I should have Ravel--- No, he will scold me again if I push Ravel on him without her consent"
Zeoticus began laughing at his friend who corrected himself halfway, the two of them honestly wanted to form a deeper connection with Masaru since they witnessed how a Baron Household rises up to an Archduke rank in such a short span of time. It will not be long before it rises up to a King rank.
After they calmed down themselves, they too began to realize their actions and how it reflects back on their families. They could not change anything now, but they at least know how to move forward once the Rating Game is over.
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Masaru was brought home along with the girls earlier than normal and is currently sleeping peacefully with the girls around him, they were quite worried when they heard what happened so they chose to stay together with Masaru while he sleeps.
Akeno explained what happened to Diana who sighed thinking her boy was growing up, she was worried he never really threw a tantrum like any normal boys would nor did he disobey her when she asked him to do something for her. In a way this event at least made her felt relief that he was acting his age for once. Akeno went upstairs to join the girls as she too could not bear to stay away from Masaru at this moment, she really felt the need to stay with him more than anyone else.
Diana contacted Diehauser explaining the situation to her.
"He did that? I should talk---" Before he could continue Diana interrupted him with a stern glare.
"Don't you think of lecturing him Diehauser. Masaru has already reflected on his actions and honestly, I am grateful for what happened because at least for once my son acted his age, made a mistake like a child his age and learnt from it I rather let him at least lose control over his emotions at a young age than when he loses it when he is older" Diana said this, she did not even think there was a need to apologize to the Phenex or Gremories at all.
Diehauser who heard this could only agree, even Calfa next to him told him she will kick his ass if he touches Masaru, Diana threatened him with the couch and his father along with his grandfather did not provide him with any support for this. Everyone believed that Masaru needed a release, and those two families were in need of an eye-opener.
The fact Masaru was too much of a kind and good boy did worry them despite them being happy and proud about it at the same time, however, with what happens now they could finally see he was growing up. They could only vow to themselves that they would keep supporting this little star of hope with their all, this bundle of luck who brought them together to this point.
Later that night Masaru woke up seeing the girls sleeping peacefully around him warmth his heart, he started to think about his actions today some were good while others were bad, he took a deep breath and already realized the most important thing that was the cause of this situation was the fact he was handling too much on his own.
And he decided once the Rating Game was over, he will introduce his girls to Ulrika and have them know about his actions from the dark, it might be cruel but he needs more people he can trust to help him during his missions in Khaos Brigade.
'Just what rights did I have to scold Sirzech... Even I mistook my love for them and bounded them within a cage without me realizing it til now' Masaru thought with a wry smile.
[This is what we call growth boy, in the mentality that is...]
Masaru chuckled softly, he had always tried to control his emotions like an adult. However, he realized even if his mind was older his body was still that of a child. 'You really like to come out at the weirdest times'
[Because I am watching you boy, every step you take, every choice you make. Watching you move forward in your life is quite entertaining to me, and seeing you growing up brings me joy I can cry]
'You--- It can't be that serious unless you are trying to jest me' Masaru felt perplexed at the dragon that was speaking like a parent would to their child.
[Naturally, it's a joke, you think I care? No, you are like a cockroach, simply too resilient to die and adapt to any severe enviroment]
Masaru was floored, this dragon really is something else.
[And I agree, it's time you introduce the girls to the cruel side of the world before it is too late. They need to learn of these things so should something dangerous happens, they are prepared mentally]
Masaru nodded, looking at the girls he made a firm choice to introduce them to his work in the shadows.
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"Sensei, why is all your peerage members here?" Issei asked feeling quite overwhelmed by the beautiful girls of Masaru's peerage who came together with them to the mountains.
"They are here to support me, as for you. We will officially start your training with this" Masaru snapped his fingers as a single spark of aura emerged from his fingers when it snapped, shortly afterwards several magic formations materialized at each key point of Issei's body.
"Urg!" Issei groaned as he fell on his knees feeling his body grew several times heavier, he looks at Masaru wondering just what this was supposed to mean.
"You are weak" Masaru said coldly at Issei, causing Issei to feel ashamed to be told that.
"You have little devil power, it's actually a wonder you are a Devil with that meager power" Masaru continued to speak coldly, this made Issei grow frustrated.
"But you are not the only one" Masaru said with a smile, this caused Issei to look at him with surprise.
'There is someone like me?' Issei thought,
"I witnessed and experienced it personally, how someone who could reach a high standard in power by simply training his body. The effort and pain he had to endure was something not ordinary people can endure, so tell me Issei. Do you wish to protect Rias?" Masaru asked
"YES!" Issei shouted as he began to struggle to get on his feet, he could not move but the shaking from how he was trying was evident that he was making progress.
"Tell me, do you love Rias?" Masaru asked, this caused Issei to go back in a kneeling stance looking at Masaru with surprise. He was not certain why this Sensei of his was asking him this question.
"Yes--- I love Bu-" Issei was about to complete his sentence but Masaru cut him down,
"I meant as a girl, not the president, not the master. but Rias, herself" Masaru said while looking deeply into this boys eyes, although he did not want to purposely become a matchmaker but he knew this boy loved Rias sincerely. And what Rias desires, is something this boy can give although his pervert antics were too much.
'Yet according to that vision, Rias did not mind exposing her breasts for the sake of this boy. So I will bet on him, perhaps I can finally see my childhood friend acting like a normal girl' Masaru thought as he felt pity for Rias who always tried to live up to the expectations of her parents and brother, despite being a spoiled little princess.
"This..." Issei did not answer immediately, he already had the answer but somehow he felt unworthy. 'Can someone like me have a relationship with her? No... I'm just her pet, yes... But I can't seem to accept it when she might get taken by another guy'
"Issei" Masaru snapped Issei out of his inner thoughts before looking at this boy, he could finally understand what the problem was. And it was not something he could fix, this is something Rias herself should do.
"Yes?"
"You can have confidence if you truly desire a relationship with Rias. You can continue the training, otherwise, you can leave and watch her become someone else's toy" Masaru said coldly, causing Issei to get many kinds of ideas pushed into his head how his first love gets violated.
He shook his head looking determined at Masaru, there was still the trace of fear lingering in his eyes but Masaru felt relieved that this boy had the guts to move forward "I-- I don't know if someone like me is worthy of Buchou, but I don't want to see her unhappy. I want to make her happy, so I will endure whatever training you give me!"
"Ara, this boy sure is manly. No wonder Masaru paid attention to him" Akeno said feeling surprised, she herself could notice that Issei appears to be afraid of girls. Yet despite his fear, he could still step forward.
"I believe he is worth it to train," Everest said while nodding her head, as a dragon she could feel that Issei had a strong resemblance to dragons. Dragon has their fears, but their desire and pride can allow them to forcibly suppress it to move forward.
"Everyone, we made tea" Ichika called out as she placed the tray with a pot filled with tea and empty cups on the wooden table.
Despite being in the mountains, they managed to build a massive manor for their stay. The girls naturally did not reject Masaru's request to have a vacation with only them, although he will train Issei he will mostly spend time with the girls since most of the training Issei had to do could be done alone.
"And Cookies," Yui said with a giggle as she placed the jar filled with homebaked cookies made by Masaru.
"Oi! That jar...." Masaru glanced at the jar feeling embarrassed, those cookies were made with heart shapes for the girls and he felt it was a bit too corny to show such a thing in front of others.
"Don't worry Masaru" Ingvild said with a pure smile, "We love it"
All the girls nodded, while Issei who was drenched in sweat felt jealous of his situation. Oh how he would love to train together with his beloved Buchou, but for her sake, he will endure this training. 'I can't show an unsightly sight to the Demon Lord, and I have to become strong for her!' Issei thought
"You have three hours to get used to the gravity," Masaru said as he glanced at Issei who managed to stand up, despite his legs shivering he was holding on which made Masaru nod in approval.
"What happens afterwards?" Issei asked,
"We will train your body, you will keep breaking your limits till you can communicate with your sacred gear" Masaru answered.
That day Issei was crying while gritting his teeth as he was made to do push-ups till his arms felt numb, setups till his stomach felt churned, squats till his legs felt wobbly and ran throughout the forest while dodging spell attacks from Masaru till his stamina was depleted entirely.
"Are you going to train me in fighting techniques?" Issei asked,
"No, since you have to awaken your sacred gear fully first. Then after you familiarize yourself with it, you can then consider what kind of fighter you wish to become" Masaru explained, he did not officially make Issei his disciple but he chose to train him as one since he did not like doing things halfheartedly.
The next few days, Masaru continued training only the basic strengthening for Issei Hyoudou. He could not help but feel this boy's will power was strong, despite all his crying and complaining he still pushed through each target to exceed in order to meet Masaru's expectation of him.
Despite his powerup was not entirely overwhelming since his body specs were horrendous to begin with, however, after this training Masaru could safely say that Issei finally met the barest minimum required to be a peerage pawn.
And today was the day they were going to initiate contact with the sacred gear soul, Ddraig.
"You ready?" Masaru asked as he glanced at Issei who was sitting crossed legs, there was not much required to prepare other than training up Issei's body and demonic energy so he could make contact with the sacred gear.
"Yes, Sensei!" Issei answered powerfully, although he felt wrong for going through such torturous training after these few days, he was still grateful to Masaru who was willing to train him. And the result of the training made him realize just how much he improved, this furthered his respect to Masaru and took him seriously as his teacher.
"Okay, close your eyes and desire. Desire to talk with the soul residing within your sacred gear, focus on it deeply" Masaru said as he watches how Issei was slowly drifting into a mysterious state of being half-asleep.
"Did he succeed?" Sakura asked, she just came from training her sword and her long hair were wet from her sweat. Masaru smiled as he pulled her into his embrace and purposely sniffed her hair causing the girl to blush a deep red.
"D- Don't there is others!" Sakura said feeling embarrassed, she was secretly happy of Masaru's display of affections but she was simply too embarrassed at the looks Akeno and the others were giving her.
"So we can do it alone?" Masaru whispered in her ear causing her to almost faint from the overwhelming imagination these words gave, and the sexy voice of Masaru next to her ears. He chuckled and gently kisses her forehead to calm her down before answering her question.
"He should have succeeded, remember most longinus tier Sacred gear has souls residing within them. So the host can always communicate with it, as for your sacred gear. It does not have one" Masaru explained.
"Sensei, I met a red dragon" Issei said suddenly when his eyes opened.
"So Ddraig can finally communicate?" Masaru asked as he glanced at the red gauntlet covering Issei's left hand.
[Yes, My name is Ddraig and I thank you for training my host] a mysterious male voice could be heard from the gauntlet.
"It's nothing much, however, I trained him to awaken you for a reason. What your host need for the upcoming fight is power, and I have a plan for that" Masaru said,
[You wish for him to sacrifice a part of his body in order to be able to use Balance breaker?] Ddraig was quick to catch onto what Masaru was saying, but these words caused everyone to gasp in shock.
"S-Sacrifice a part of my body!? Sensei what is this about?" Issei asked shivering out in shock, he never expected such a thing.
"How determined are you to save Rias? Are you willing to give up a portion of your body to save her?" Masaru asked Issei instead, causing Issei to quiet down as he thought of this seriously.
[You should consider this serious partner, if you sacrifice your arm for example you will only gain ten seconds to use Balance Breaker. Although it will be more than enough to beat up that chicken]
"No, I don't intend to have him sacrifice his hand," Masaru said with a serious voice,
[What do you intend to have him sacrifice?} Ddraig asked in surprise,
"His heart and bones, that naturally includes the bone marrows," Masaru said nonchalantly.
"Hissss! You--- Crazy bastard, you intend to have him sacrifice those!? Although it will grant him the potential to overcome his useless body specs, it comes with the possibility of dying!]
"You think I did not consider that? I made this suggestion because I am certain to keep him alive till the process is over, he will only have to endure the pain" Masaru said as he glanced at Issei
"How much will it hurt?" Issei asked as he already made a choice, if he had to give up something of his to become stronger for the sake of her. He will do it without hesitations.
"You will wish to die, your bones will break, and be recreated. Your heart will mutate and make you feel like pulling it out with your bare hands... Do you think you are ready to endure this?" Masaru asked
"This---" Issei thought for a moment, when he remembered the crimson-haired lady who took his heart. a Fearless smile appeared on his face, "I have no choice but to survive through it!"
"Good!" Masaru said, even Ddraig felt that his partner was admirable for going through such lengths for a woman.
[Perhaps, it may seem fun this time around. kukuku, I wonder what the white one would think when he learns of this]
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