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Before Xenovia or Irina could say a word, my fist connected with Xenovia's stomach, the force sending her crashing through the wall and out into the field beyond. I sprinted after her, my vision tunneling, my dragon instincts screaming one thing: Kill. Kill. KILL!
She staggered to her feet, clutching her side, but as I reared back to strike again, a wave of exhaustion slammed into me. My legs buckled, my vision blurred, and the world went dark.
…
The ORC room was frozen in shock as Shiro collapsed, his fist still raised. Voltaris materialized on his shoulder, his draconic form glowing faintly as he held Shiro's arm back, preventing a fatal blow. Ophis darted forward, catching Shiro before he hit the ground.
Voltaris's voice was sharp. "Irina, get Xenovia out of here. Now."
"R-Right!" Irina stammered, scrambling to help Xenovia up and dragging her out of sight.
Ophis cradled Shiro, her usual mischief replaced by concern. "What happened?"
Issei's voice shook. "It was like… Shiro wasn't himself. Like he lost control."
Ophis glanced at Voltaris, her eyes narrowing. "Explain."
Voltaris sighed, his tail flicking. "He was having a nightmare when he woke up. Then he heard that blue-haired girl, Xenovia, call Asia a devil, a 'witch' who'd fallen to the lowest low. She said she'd execute her so God could judge her soul. Shiro snapped into his dragon halfling form."
Ophis's expression softened. "That explains it."
Rias leaned forward, frowning. "Explains what?"
"When Shiro's in his halfling form, his dragon side takes over," Ophis said. "It makes him fiercely protective of those he loves. Hearing Xenovia threaten Asia like that, especially after his nightmare, pushed him over the edge."
Issei clenched his fists. "That girl wouldn't even let Asia say she's not a devil."
Ophis gently passed Shiro to Koneko, who held him close, her expression a mix of worry and resolve.
…
I stirred, my head pounding as the world came back into focus. Koneko's face was the first thing I saw, her eyes soft but worried. Relief flooded me, she was okay. I shot up, startling everyone.
"Koneko?!" I gasped, tears welling up.
"Shiro?!" she said, caught off guard.
I threw my arms around her, burying my face in her shoulder, tears streaming down. "I thought you died," I choked out, rubbing my cheek against hers.
Asia's voice piped up, confused. "What do you mean?"
"Asia!" I spun, spotting her, and tackled her to the ground in a hug, still crying. "You're okay!"
Ophis raised an eyebrow, watching the chaos. "Hmm."
"Ophis!" I lunged at her, arms wide, but she sidestepped me with ease. I tried again, same result. Three more attempts, and I was practically whining. "Ophis…"
She sighed, her expression softening, and walked over, letting me wrap her in a hug. We toppled over, and I clung to her, repeating the same tearful routine with everyone else, Sona, Rias, even Issei, each hug longer than the last. By the time I finished, exhaustion hit again, and I passed out in a heap.
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I woke in my room, the familiar ceiling above me. My head felt clearer, but my chest was heavy. I glanced around and saw Asia, Koneko, Ophis, and Sona sitting on the bed, their faces etched with worry.
Asia reached out, her voice soft. "Are you okay, Shiro?"
Sona adjusted her glasses, her tone gentle but firm. "What was the dream about?"
I didn't answer, just pulled Ophis closer, hugging her tightly. Voltaris appeared on my shoulder, his voice steady. "Let me explain. In his dream, Shiro's parents were torturing him… with spiders."
Sona frowned. "Spiders? Why?"
Koneko's voice was quiet but sure. "He's afraid of them, isn't he?"
"Yeah," Voltaris admitted.
Asia's eyes widened. "But why would his par, "
…
Ophis gently covered Shiro's ears, shielding him from the words. Koneko's expression darkened as she spoke, her voice low. "Before Shiro came here, he was abused by his parents."
The room fell silent, the weight of her words sinking in.
…
Asia's voice trembled with empathy. "That's just awful."
Sona nodded, her expression calm but resolute. "Just don't mention his parents around him, and he'll be fine."
Koneko's eyes flicked toward the door, her tone firm. "Sona, you'd better talk to those church girls. We can't let them label Shiro as a threat to Heaven."
"I agree," Sona said, standing and smoothing her skirt. "I'll handle it." She left the room, her steps purposeful, leaving the others to watch over Shiro.
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Ophis lifted her hands from my ears, and I looked up at her, still snuggled close. Her lips curved into a small, rare smile, one that actually felt warm, not just teasing. I relaxed into her, letting the tension in my chest ease.
"Does my little dragon want attention?" she asked, her voice dripping with playful mockery.
I pouted, crossing my arms and turning my head away, cheeks burning. Not falling for that.
Asia giggled, leaning closer. "Is Shiro embarrassed?" Her tone was just as teasing, her eyes sparkling.
I shot her a mock glare but couldn't resist, I lunged, wrapping her in a hug and burying my face in her shoulder, snuggling close. She let out a soft laugh, her cheeks tinting pink.
"Asia!" I mumbled, content as she started patting my head, her touch gentle and soothing.
Then I felt a hand grab my ass, firm and deliberate. "Eep!" I yelped, jumping like I'd been shocked. Someone pinned me down, and I craned my neck to see Ophis grinning, her sadistic streak on full display. Her eyes glinted with mischief.
I whipped my head toward Asia, pleading. "Help!"
"Oh, Alucard's calling!" Asia said, way too quickly, slipping out of my grasp and darting toward the door.
"No! Take me with you!" I called after her, but she was already gone. Traitor.
Ophis tightened her grip on my shoulders, leaning in close. Her voice was low, teasing, and just a little dangerous. "Just let it happen," she purred, slowly licking her lips.
I gulped, my face burning as her grin widened. Oh, I'm in trouble.
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