The morning light filtered through my bedroom window, casting a soft glow over the room that had become both my sanctuary and my war room.
My parents were still reeling from catching me with Raynare (in her Yuuma disguise), but they'd settled into an awkward acceptance, insisting on a formal dinner to meet her soon. Their frequent visits to my room kept me on edge, but with my Luck, I'd managed to avoid further interruptions during my… intimate moments with Raynare, Kalawarner, and Mittelt. The trio had taken to staying over, their fallen angel forms hidden under human disguises, blending into my life like a secret harem straight out of an anime. Raynare was the leader, her confidence anchoring the group; Kalawarner's strength matched her allure; Mittelt's playful energy kept things lively. Their Relationship System scores held steady.
I pulled up my status to ground myself before the day began:
Name: Issei Hyoudou
Level: 31
HP: 13,000/13,000 (Calculated as [130 Strength + 130 Endurance] × 50)
MP: 7,500/7,500 (Calculated as 150 Intelligence × 50)
Strength: 130
Endurance: 130
Agility: 130
Intelligence: 150
Luck: 140
Stat Points: 0
Skills:
Observe (Level Max): Reveals full stats and thoughts, bypassing all restrictions.
Perks:
Gamer's Mind: Immunity to mental effects; calm rationality.
Gamer's Body: Damage to HP; minimized fatigue/pain.
Power of Destruction: Destructive energy blasts, scalable with Intelligence.
Sacred Gears:
Boosted Gear: Doubles power every 10 seconds; Ddraig's residence.
Twilight Healing (Balance Breaker) (Copy): Rapid healing; healing fields.
Quests: None
Inventory: Empty
Systems Unlocked:
Relationship System:
Raynare: Lover (92/100)
Kalawarner: Lover (90/100)
Mittelt: Lover (90/100)
Matsuda: Friend (65/100)
Motohama: Friend (65/100)
Rias Gremory: Ally (40/100)
Most female classmates: Neutral (20-25/100)
The Power of Destruction was my newest toy, a crimson-black energy I'd practiced in abandoned lots, obliterating old crates with blasts tied to my Intelligence. Boosted Gear and Twilight Healing made me a versatile fighter—offense, defense, and recovery in one package. Ddraig's voice rumbled occasionally, impressed but cautious: "You're strong, partner, but don't let it go to your head. The church is stirring, and that means trouble."
He was right. Raynare had warned me about Asia Argento, the nun with the original Twilight Healing, currently under the church's control in Kuoh. In the original timeline, she'd been manipulated by fallen angels before Rias saved her. But with Raynare, Kalawarner, and Mittelt now my allies, the church's plans were likely shifting. I needed to act before Asia got caught in a worse fate.
As I headed to school, a new notification flashed, the system's familiar chime cutting through my thoughts.
New Quest: Saving the Saint
Objective: Retrieve Asia Argento from the church in Kuoh and make her your best friend (Relationship System score of 80/100 or higher, Best Friend status).
Rewards:
+20 Strength
+20 Endurance
+20 Agility
+10 Luck
Failure Penalty: -20 to all stats, Asia Argento's trust permanently lost.
Time Limit: 1 Week
Accept? [Y/N]
I selected Y without hesitation. Asia was a pure soul in a cruel world, and making her my best friend would not only save her but also strengthen my position. The stat boosts were massive, and another 10 Luck would push me to 150—an almost godlike fortune. But the church was dangerous, likely guarded by exorcists or worse. I'd need a plan, and my fallen angel trio would be key.
At school, I kept a low profile, avoiding Rias's probing glances. Her Observe thoughts hadn't changed: "Issei's power grows daily. Our alliance is valuable, but I need to know more." Her score remained at 40/100, but I sensed she'd approach again soon. Matsuda and Motohama, blissfully unaware of my supernatural life, pestered me about "Yuuma" and her "hot friends" (Kalawarner and Mittelt in disguise). I deflected with jokes, their scores inching to 66/100.
After school, I met Raynare, Kalawarner, and Mittelt in a secluded alley. They dropped their disguises, wings tucked away for stealth. Raynare took charge. "The church is on the outskirts, run by rogue exorcists and a few fallen angels loyal to Azazel. Asia's there, guarded but not yet harmed. They're using her healing to experiment with Sacred Gears."
Kalawarner cracked her knuckles. "I know the layout. Two entrances, a basement where they keep Asia. Exorcists patrol, maybe five or six, plus one fallen angel overseer."
Mittelt giggled, twirling a strand of blonde hair. "Sounds fun! We sneak in, grab the nun, and you work your charm, Issei."
I nodded, using Observe to scan their thoughts: all loyal, eager to prove themselves. "We go tonight. Raynare, you and Kalawarner handle the exorcists. Mittelt, disable any traps or alarms. I'll get to Asia and win her over. No killing unless necessary—except the overseer if they're a threat."
Raynare smirked. "You're getting good at this, lover."
We moved under cover of darkness, the church looming like a gothic relic against the night sky. Its stained-glass windows glowed faintly, an eerie contrast to the danger within. I activated Observe, spotting six exorcists (Levels 10-12, HP 2,000-3,000, low stats) and one fallen angel overseer:
Name: Valper Galilei (Fallen Angel Ally)
Level: 19
HP: 6,000/6,000
MP: 7,500/7,500
Strength: 40
Endurance: 50
Agility: 50
Intelligence: 60
Luck: 25
Thoughts About You: "A nuisance. If he interferes, I'll eliminate him."
Valper wasn't as strong as Dohnaseek, but his Intelligence made him cunning. I'd need to take him out fast. We split up: Raynare and Kalawarner flanked the main entrance, Mittelt slipped around to the back to disable wards. I crept through a side window, my Agility making me silent.
Inside, the church was dimly lit, incense heavy in the air. I heard soft humming—a girl's voice, pure and sad. Asia. I followed it to the basement, avoiding patrols. Observe guided me, revealing exorcists' positions. Raynare and Kalawarner engaged upstairs, light spears clashing with holy blades—muffled chaos.
In the basement, I found Asia kneeling at a small altar, blonde hair glowing under a single lamp. She wore a nun's habit, her hands clasped in prayer. I used Observe:
Name: Asia Argento
Level: 8
HP: 1,500/1,500
MP: 3,000/3,000
Strength: 5
Endurance: 10
Agility: 10
Intelligence: 30
Luck: 20
Thoughts About You: "Who's there? He doesn't feel like the others… maybe he's kind?"
Her stats were low, but her MP and Twilight Healing's potential were clear. I stepped forward, keeping my voice gentle. "Asia, I'm Issei Hyoudou. I'm here to get you out."
She gasped, green eyes wide. "Out? But… the church needs me. My Sacred Gear—"
"They're using you," I said, Gamer's Mind keeping me calm. "Your healing is special, but they're not your friends. Come with me. I'll keep you safe."
She hesitated, fear and hope warring in her eyes. I activated Twilight Healing (Balance Breaker) (Copy), letting a soft blue glow envelop my hand. "I have a version of your power. I know what it's like to be targeted. Trust me."
Her thoughts shifted: "He has Twilight Healing? He's… genuine." Her Relationship System score appeared: Neutral (20/100). I knelt beside her, speaking softly about freedom, friendship, and a life beyond the church's control. My 150 Intelligence guided my words, weaving sincerity with persuasion. Her score climbed—30/100, 40/100, 50/100—as she listened, tears welling.
A crash upstairs broke the moment. Valper's voice boomed: "Intruders! Find the nun!"
I grabbed Asia's hand. "We're leaving. Now."
She nodded, score hitting Friend (60/100). We ran, my Agility letting me guide her through the basement's maze. Mittelt met us, wards disabled. "Hurry, Issei! The exorcists are down, but Valper's coming!"
We reached the main hall, where Raynare and Kalawarner stood over unconscious exorcists. Valper descended, wings flaring, a light whip in hand. "You dare defy us, boy?"
I activated Boosted Gear. "BOOST!" Stats doubled: Strength, Endurance, Agility to 260; HP to 26,000; MP to 15,000. "Let's dance."
Valper lashed out, his whip cracking. I dodged, the attack grazing me—200 HP loss (25,800/26,000). I countered with Power of Destruction, a crimson-black blast vaporizing his whip and dropping his HP to 5,000/6,000. He screamed, summoning light spears. My Agility let me weave through, closing in. A boosted punch sent him crashing, HP to 2,000. Twilight Healing healed my minor wounds, keeping me at full.
Raynare and Kalawarner joined, their spears pinning Valper. Mittelt's illusions confused him, letting me land the final blow—a Power of Destruction blast that reduced him to light particles. The church fell silent.
Asia clung to me, trembling. "You… saved me."
"We're not done yet," I said, guiding her outside. In the moonlight, I sat her down, talking about a new life in Kuoh, promising protection and friendship. My high Intelligence and Luck worked wonders; her score hit Close Friend. "You're like family to me, Asia," I said, meaning it. "Stick with me, okay?"
Tears fell as she hugged me. "Thank you, Issei. I… I'd like that."
The system chimed.
Quest Complete: Saving the Saint
Rewards:
+20 Strength
+20 Endurance
+20 Agility
+10 Luck
Asia Argento: Best Friend (80/100)
Updated Stats:
Strength: 150 (130 + 20)
Endurance: 150 (130 + 20)
Agility: 150 (130 + 20)
Intelligence: 150
Luck: 150 (140 + 10)
HP: 15,000/15,000 ( [150 Strength + 150 Endurance] × 50 )
MP: 7,500/7,500 (150 Intelligence × 50)
Relationship System:
Asia Argento: Best Friend (80/100)
Asia's trust was sealed, her score locked at Best Friend. Raynare, Kalawarner, and Mittelt gathered around, approving. "She's cute," Mittelt said. "Good pick."
Back home, my parents were out again—thank my Luck. I settled Asia in the guest room, explaining she'd stay as a "cousin" to avoid suspicion. The fallen trio took to her instantly, teaching her about Kuoh while keeping their true natures hidden.
That night, with Asia asleep, Raynare, Kalawarner, and Mittelt joined me in my room. The air was electric, their eyes gleaming with desire. "You did good, Issei," Raynare purred, pulling me into a kiss. Kalawarner and Mittelt followed, their touches igniting a fire. Clothes vanished, and we lost ourselves in passion—no interruptions this time, my Luck holding firm. Raynare's intensity, Kalawarner's strength, Mittelt's playfulness—it was overwhelming, Gamer's Body ensuring I matched their pace.
After, we lay together, their warmth grounding me. Asia's rescue, the church's defeat, and my growing power marked a turning point. Rias would hear about this, and the supernatural world was watching. With my stats at 150 across the board, two Sacred Gears, Power of Destruction, and four allies—three lovers, one best friend—I was ready for the next challenge.