Chương 117: Chapter 110: Celestial Brews

"By the way, I still haven't officially introduced you to my peerage. So Come on."

Arthur followed Rias, curious to meet the members of her peerage. As they walked through the hallways of the academy, Rias began explaining the dynamics of her group.

"You've already met Kiba," she said, gesturing to the blond-haired boy who had led Arthur to the clubroom earlier. "He's our knight and one of the fastest swordsmen you'll ever meet."

Arthur nodded in acknowledgment. "A pleasure to meet you properly, Kiba."

Kiba smiled and gave a respectful nod. "Likewise, Arthur."

They continued walking until they reached a spacious room filled with a few other students. Rias led Arthur inside and introduced him to each member.

"This is Akeno Himejima, my queen. She's incredibly powerful and specializes in magic."

Akeno is a beautiful young woman with a voluptuous figure, very long black hair and violet eyes. Her hair is usually tied in a very long ponytail, reaching all the way down to the floor with two strands sticking out from the top and sloping backward, with an orange ribbon keeping it in place.

Like most of the girls at Kuoh Academy, she wears the customary Kuoh Academy girls' school uniform, along with black calf-length socks.

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She greeted Arthur with a warm smile. "It's nice to meet you, Arthur."

"Likewise, Akeno," Arthur replied, sensing the latent power she possessed.

From what I remember, Akeno is the daughter of Baraqiel, the Fallen Angel Cadre who soon became Grigori's Vice-Governor General and Shuri Himejima, making her a descendant of the Himejima Clan.

After the death of her mother, Shuri Himejima, Akeno was soon found and made the Queen of Rias Gremory, who became her best friend.

"And this," Rias continued, pointing to a petite girl, "is Koneko Toujou, my rook. She's strong and incredibly resilient."

Koneko is a petite girl with white hair and gold eyes. The front of her hair has two long bangs going past her shoulders and several loose bangs hanging over her forehead, while the back has a short bob cut. She also wears a black cat-shaped hair clip on both sides of her hair.

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Koneko looked up at Arthur with a blank expression. "Hello."

"Hello, Koneko," Arthur said gently. "It's a pleasure to meet you."

"I don't like you," Koneko said to Arthur.

Arthur's smile remained gentle, despite Koneko's blunt statement. "I understand," he replied calmly. "But can I ask why?"

"You smell evil," Koneko replied bluntly.

Arthur nodded thoughtfully. Because she is a Nekomata, she has the ability to determine whether a person is good or bad. Because of my past actions, my karma value is at the peak of negativity. Even if all the evil karma of living beings across time were stacked, they wouldn't reach my negative value.

But Arthur didn't become angry at Koneko, as what she said was only the truth.

"Well, thanks for your honesty," Arthur said.

Koneko continued to stare at him, her eyes wary. "I won't let you hurt my friends."

Arthur nodded, understanding her protectiveness. "I have no intention of causing harm. I'm here to help. I hope, in time, I can prove that to you."

She is just like her older sister. Arthur thought.

"Arthur, what is she talking about?" Rias asked.

Arthur turned to Rias, "Koneko has a unique ability to sense the nature of a person's soul. Due to certain actions in my past, my karmic balance isn't exactly positive. She senses that negativity. Or more like, she had no choice but to notice that negativity because of how large my negative karma is."

Rias looked curious. "Karmic balance? Can you elaborate?"

"In my lifetime, I've made decisions that, while necessary at the time, have left a mark on my soul. These decisions have consequences, and Koneko can sense the residual effects of those actions. It's a form of... karmic debt, if you will."

Rias seemed to ponder this for a moment, then nodded slowly. "I see. But what matters now are your intentions and actions going forward."

Wow, that really worked. I really expected her to ask about the actions that caused the negative karma. Well, what I said wasn't entirely a lie either, so let's go with it. Arthur thought.

Rias continued, "As long as you're committed to positive change and helping us, I believe we can work together. Trust takes time to build, and we'll be watching your actions closely."

Arthur nodded, "That's fair. I'll do my best to prove myself and support the club."

And fuck you eventually. And I really hope Sirzechs didn't kill me for that.

"So Arthur, where are you staying? do you go back to Nazarick Or are you staying at apartment." Rias asked.

"Actually, I have a friend who has a coffee shop nearby, so I'm thinking of staying there," Arthur replied.

"Friend?"

"More like a relative," Arthur added, thinking to himself, Well, she is the mother of my child.

Rias seemed intrigued but didn't press further. "That's convenient. If you ever need anything or have any questions, feel free to ask. We're here to help."

Arthur nodded appreciatively. "Thank you, Rias. I appreciate the offer."

Kiba, who had been quietly observing the exchange, spoke up. "A coffee shop, you say? Which one? I've probably been there."

"It's called 'Celestial Brews,'" Arthur replied.

Kiba's eyes widened slightly. "Celestial Brews? That's one of the best coffee shops in town. You're lucky to have a connection there."

Of course, I was the one who came up with that name so it gotta be in top of shop after all.

Arthur smiled. "Yes, it has its perks. I'm looking forward to settling in."

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Chương 118: Chapter 111: Ancient Perv

Arthur made his way through the town, the late afternoon sun casting a warm glow over the streets. As he approached his destination, the familiar sight of "Celestial Brews" came into view.

The coffee shop stood out from its surroundings, a quaint building made of dark wood, with an old-world charm that contrasted sharply with the modern architecture around it.

The shop's exterior was adorned with hanging flower baskets, their vibrant colors adding a touch of life to the rustic facade. A wooden sign above the entrance bore the name "Celestial Brews" in elegant, flowing script, inviting passersby to step inside and experience the magic within.

As Arthur pushed open the heavy wooden door, a small bell jingled, announcing his arrival. The interior of Celestial Brews was as inviting as its exterior suggested. Soft, ambient lighting bathed the room in a warm glow, casting cozy shadows on the wooden beams that crisscrossed the ceiling. The air was filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, mingling with the faint scent of baked goods.

The decor was an eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary. Plush armchairs and wooden tables filled the space, with shelves lined with books, trinkets, and various antiques that told stories of a bygone era.

A large, inviting fireplace crackled softly in one corner, adding to the homely atmosphere. Patrons were scattered throughout, some engrossed in books, others engaged in quiet conversations, all seemingly wrapped in the cafe's comforting embrace.

Behind the counter stood a woman with striking features and an air of effortless elegance. She had long golden hair, silky smooth and supple as it drapes over the back of her neck.

She had vibrant, dark eyes that shone like obsidian. She wore a simple yet stylish apron over her dress, giving her the appearance of a timeless barista. Around her neck hung a golden necklace, appearing to symbolize a noble soul.

As she saw Arthur, a warm smile spread across her face.

It was Renner.

"Ancient One...or should I call you Arthur, as you're undercover now?" Renner said with a smile.

"Anything you like," Arthur replied, matching her smile.

"Then Arthur it is," she said, her tone both teasing and respectful.

Arthur chuckled. "It's good to see you, Renner. The place looks amazing, as always."

"Thank you," she replied, her eyes twinkling with pride. "We've made a few changes since you last visited. Business has been good."

Arthur glanced around, noting the new additions and subtle improvements that had been made to the shop. "I can see that. It feels even more welcoming than before."

Renner stepped out from behind the counter, gesturing for Arthur to follow her to a cozy corner of the shop. "Let's sit down. I have lots of things I need to ask."

Arthur followed her, taking in the familiar, yet refreshed, atmosphere of the coffee shop. As they settled into a pair of comfortable armchairs, Arthur's thoughts drifted back to the circumstances that had led Renner to open Celestial Brews.

After the war with the player, Arthur had placed Renner under Albedo's administration to learn the ways of Nazarick. But Renner, unlike the rest of Nazarick's denizens, was not an NPC. After about a millennium, she asked to be removed from Albedo's administration. Evileye had been with her when she proposed this, secretly in Arthur's bedchamber.

Arthur trusted Renner and Evileye implicitly—after a millennium, it would have been foolish not to. He removed them from Albedo's and Shalltear's administration and allowed them to operate independently.

The problem lay in Nazarick's rigid hierarchy, which was set in stone from the beginning. Although Arthur had the power to alter the hierarchy and make Guardians or Co-Guardians step down, he had never needed to do so. Because of this hierarchy, it was nearly impossible for Renner and Evileye to mingle freely with the other NPCs.

While all the denizens of Nazarick respected Renner and Evileye as the lovers of a Supreme Being, it was a formal respect. They were always surrounded by neighbors who maintained a strict formality. For the servants of Nazarick, this was the norm, but for outsiders like Renner and Evileye, it felt isolating.

Even for Arthur, it had been like a form of torture—but he had somehow managed to get them to be informal with him over time.

"Arthur," Renner began, her tone soft yet serious, "I have to say you look rather cute in this teenage form."

"Is that something you say with a serious look? You sounds like a pedo, Renner," Arthur said.

"Pedo? It's not something you can criticize someone for, Ancient Lolicon," came a voice from behind Arthur. He turned around to see what looked like a twelve-year-old girl with blonde hair and blood-red eyes.

It was Evileye.

"Evileye, it's not exactly fair to call me that when you're the one who looks like a child," Arthur retorted, his tone half-teasing, half-serious.

"Touché," Evileye admitted, a small smirk playing on her lips. "But it's not my fault I got stuck in this form. And I told you to do something so I can get a mature version of my current form. Everyone who comes here thinks that I am her daughter."

"Hahaha"

Arthur laughed. "Is that true, Renner?"

Renner smiled wryly. "Well, I did need an identity for her to stay here with me. It's easier to explain her presence that way."

Evileye crossed her arms and huffed. "It's still annoying. People keep offering me lollipop."

Arthur chuckled. "I love how you look, Evileye, so I didn't what to change that.

"Lolicon." Evileye said with a sigh.

"Anyway, I heard that you join Kuoh Academy today."

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