Chapter 2
''Naru-kun?'' Ingvild frowned when he didn't reply. ''..Naruto-kun~.'' Still no reply and her frown deepened. ''Oooh Narutooooo..'' When he still ignored her Ingvild had enough as pushed herself of their bed and made her way over to him, pulling down his hands that were busy fiddling with the buttons of the blazer he was forced to wear due to school.
It also snapped him out of whatever trance he had been in as he jerked before turning to her and looking surprised. ''Eh, Ingvild? What's up?''
The descendant of Leviathan sucked in a breath as she refrained from smacking the blond. Why did she love him again? ''You are what's up. I've been watching you fumble around with your blazer for the past few minutes without any progress. I think it's better to leave it open.''
''Ah..'' He chuckled sheepishly while scratching the back of his head. ''Guess that would be smart. Think I can get rid of this ribbon as well? Not a big fan of how restricting it feels.'' Ingvild answered by simply undoing the ribbon and throwing at to the side. ''...I take that as a yes. How much time do we have left before we need to leave? We're walking with Issei since he offered.''
''We have a couple more minutes.''
''Good..'' He looked around in their bedroom for a bit before realizing their bags were downstairs and turned to his fiancé and paused for a moment to appreciate how beautiful she looked in her uniform. It hugged her body well, emphasizing on her curves though it was rather revealing as well, especially with the skirt. No wonder every boy in Kuoh wanted to attend the school when every girl wore these uniforms.
''Something wrong?''
''Huh? Oh.. Uhm no. I uh, I was just admiring how you look really. That uniform combined with your hair really brings out your eyes.'' He smiled to himself as he caught the pink dusting her cheeks before Ingvild shook her head.
''Whatever! Let's just head downstairs.'' Walking past him, she latched out and grabbed a hold of his arm and dragged him with her.
''Sorry for the wait. Your brother here was too busy staring at himself in the mirror.'' Issei looked up when he saw Ingvild coming down the stairs with his brother in tow.
''It's fine. We have enough time anyway.'' He waved his hand towards her while the two grabbed their bags. ''You two ready? It'll be a couple minutes walking.''
''Yeah, lead us the way little bro. Luckily it's nice outside.''
''Alright let's go then. You're in for a surprise when we'll get there.'' The trio left the house and began their walk through school, talking a bit amongst themselves on their way there.
It turned out that Issei was right, they were indeed surprised when they arrived at the school. It certainly was not what either had expected it to be.
There were girls everywhere. You could clearly see that it had indeed been a all girls school for a long time and they were all clad in their uniforms like Ingvild's. Very few boys were seen and the few that they did were all off by themselves.
As they continued making their way towards the main building people seem to take note of them, followed by gasps and mutterings that were just a bit too silent for Naruto to overhear and a quick look at Ingvild showed that wasn't able to either.
''Naru..'' Ingvild leaned in closer towards her fiancee and whispered. ''Why are they all so quiet and looking at us like.. that.'' She gave a pointed stare where two boys were standing and drooling with a perverted smile on their faces.
''I dunno.. Maybe it's because of Issei? He's probably very popular and they're wondering what we're doing with him.'' Walking in front of them, Issei overheard what his brother said and couldn't help the surge of confidence that washed through him at his words.
''Pff.. I don't think so. Remember yesterday? He's a massive pervert and openly known for this at this school. In fact, it seems that they're ignoring him in favor for us two. Look at those looks those girls are sending you. I don't like it.'' And just like that Issei's confidence was gone, trampled on without mercy and he only hunched over more when his brother agreed.
''Now that you mention it.. Those stares are really making me uncomfortable.'' He swallowed as he held Ingvild close, hopefully she'd protect him from these girls that made him feel like he was the prey.
Issei trudged forwards, ignoring his surroundings which gave Naruto and Ingvild no other option than to follow or end up lost.
Disappearing inside of the building, neither of the three was aware of a pair of blue orbs that had been looking at them in curiosity as the owner of the eyes turned her head, letting her crimson hair flutter from the movement. ''Akeno, who were those two walking behind my new Pawn?'' She asked of her Queen who was standing at her a desk looking over several papers.
Finding what she was looking for, Akeno retrieved two files out of the pile before handing them over. ''Have they caught your interest already, Rias?''
''Perhaps.'' Rias mumbled as she scanned the files she had been handed. ''Let's see… Uzumaki Naruto and Uzumaki Ingvild.. Interesting that they share the same last name despite not sharing any similarities when it comes to their looks. Hold on.. it says here that they are engaged? That would at least explain their last names… somewhat. Wait! What's this?''
Akeno turned towards her best friend and King when she could hear the surprise that was in her voice. ''Something wrong Buchou?''
''Uhm yes. It this information correct?''
''Mhm, it comes directly from Sona-Kaichou. Why?''
''Because it says right here that they're living in the same house as my new Pawn.''
''You mean Hyoudou-kun?'' The red head gave her Queen a nod who then hummed. ''That is interesting. Still, it doesn't explain why you're so interested. You don't think they're aware of the Supernatural, right? For all intensive purposes Hyoudou-kun had such little magical energy if it wasn't for him bumping into Koneko and making direct contact he would still be unknown.''
''While you're right for the most part there's something else you aren't aware of and that is that a couple days ago, around 2PM the barrier surrounding Kuoh just.. shattered. For a second it dropped before it reactivated. We're not sure how as not even a trace of magic had been detected, Sona made sure to check around with her Peerage. You understand Akeno? A high level barrier set up by the Sitri Clan fell without any signs as to how and next thing there are two new people attending Kuoh and they're close to my new Pawn.
I've never seen either around and i'm sure I would remember either of the two. One has a unique shade of blond hair unlike anything i've seen. And the other.. Well, have you seen her Akeno? We're considered the most beautiful girls in the school but looking at her made me feel.. I don't know.. threatened?''
''Calm down Rias.'' Akeno placed a comforting hand on her shoulder. ''I doubt we'll be losing our admirers anytime soon. Especially since she appears to be taken already by that hunk of a blond.'' She licked her lips seductively as she stared at his picture that was also on the files holding his personal information. ''But we'll have a chance to see so for ourselves.'' At her King's confused stare she pointed at something that Rias had overlooked. ''They're in class 3-A, the same one as ours and share all our classes as well.''
Seeing her King's eyes light up Akeno chuckled. "Let's go Buchou, our classes are starting soon and we can't afford to be late.''
''Naruto-nii, which class are you two assigned to again?'' Issei asked as they were wandering through the halls of the school.
Naruto furrowed his eyebrows and clicked his tongue. ''Uhm.. I think it was… 3-A?'' He looked at Ingvild to see her nodding in confirmation. ''Yes, 3-A.'' He almost bumped into his little brother when he had suddenly stopped. ''Oi. A warning would be nice next time.''
''Ahaha..'' Issei scratched the back of his head. ''Sorry nii-san but your class is here. That door right there to be exact. Now I'll be going or else I'll be late myself.'' He gave them a wave and got one in return before Issei ran off into the directions his own class was which happened to be at the other side of the building.
''So, ready Ingvild?'' He almost palmed his face at the question as the answer was obvious, especially with the excitement he could see shining in her eyes along with the fact that she had been looking forward to today ever since his Issei asked them about it. Just as he was about to knock on the door he paused, aware of the look Ingvild sent him.
''Hold on for a second and spread out your senses to behind this door. Tell me I'm not mistaking myself and that there are four presences with above average amounts of Demonic energy inside that room.''
''Um..'' Despite being surprised by Naruto's request, Ingvild complied and spread out her senses. Her eyes opened when she realized he was correct and that there were indeed multiple people inside with Demonic energy, two of them higher than the others but she'd say that they were indeed above average, even if it's not by much. Still, Ingvild looked up at the blond next to her with concern.
Naruto shook his head as he took her hand in his own, rubbing soft circles with his thumb while sending her a comforting smile as he knocked with his free hand.
They could hear muffled words from behind the door which was pulled open, revealing a woman in her early thirties with shoulder length brown hair, dark green eyes and glasses. ''Can I help you?'' The woman asked as she regarded them with some curiosity.
''Yes, we're the transfer students from Europe that would be starting here. At least, we were told our class would be here.. This is 3-A, right?''
''Ah! Of course, I've been waiting for you two to arrive.'' The woman whom they assumed to be teacher stated. ''Mmm.. Naruto and.. Ingvild, correct?''
''That's correct.'' The two nodded as the woman sent them a smile.
''Wait here for a moment and I'll call for you two to enter.'' With another assuring smile she let them by themselves.
''..Alright class, we're having two new students joining us that are transferring here from Europe so please welcome them!'' Assuming that was the signal Naruto pushed open the door and walked in, followed closely by ingvild who shyly sticked close.
The classroom was silent when the two stood in front of the room. Looking at his classmates Naruto swallowed nervously when he noticed it was comprised out of ninety percent girls. His gaze briefly lingered on the four girls he could sense the Demonic energy from before moving on to not incite suspicion. They stood out though. Especially the crimson haired girl and the raven haired one sitting next to her whose breast were trying to escape her top.
Like him Ingvild too was inspecting her classmates. Her warm orange orbs flickering over each face though she looked uncomfortable when she met the hungry leers of the two boys that were in the class who seemed to be undressing her with their thoughts.
''Welcome to Kuoh Academy you two. Would you mind introducing yourself so we can start today's lesson?''
''Sure.'' Naruto shrugged, missing the exchange of glances that was done between the foursome of girls of demonic heritage. ''I'm Naruto Uzumaki, transferring here after a couple years abroad in Europe, please take care of me.'' He finished with a charming smile combined with a light tilt of his head.
''Umm.. I uh, I'm Ingvild Le- I mean Uzumaki,'' She swallowed when she almost revealed her actual last name due to her nerves which would've been bad. Feeling something warm and comforting around her hand she turned to Naruto who was holding her, giving her a slow nod that she should take her time. ''..I'm also from Europe and hope we can be friends in the future.'' Finished, she looked up at Naruto and flashed him a radiant smile that affected not just him but the others in the class as well.
''Good. If you please take your seats we can begin- Yes, Himejima-san" The teacher addressed the long, raven haired girl.
''Mhm, i've got a question.'' She licked her lips while staring at the blond who was looking right back at her. ''Is there a reason you two share the same last name? You don't look like brother and sister.'' She winked at Rias while asking them this as they already knew but the others didn't. Well, except those from the Student Council as they had sent them their files in the first place.
Akeno could see her question had aroused the curiosity of her fellow classmates and even their teacher couldn't help but appear interested. ''Ah... That's because Ingvild and I are engaged as she wanted to take my last name as hers holds some negative connotations to it.''
The knowledge that their new classmates were engaged to another brought forth a wave of mutterings amongst them. Along with it came the disappointed sighs of both boys and girls as their hopes of making either of them their boyfriend/girlfriend died on the spot. And while the girls quickly got over it as they still had Kiba to fawn over, the boys glared at the blond who had taken the new beauty of the school who rivaled even Rias and Akeno, Kuoh's Two Great Ladies but were just as untouchable. For different reasons though.
''A-alright everyone, calm down.'' The teacher took control of her class as they indeed quieted down. ''Naruto, Ingvild, you two can take the empty seats behind Himejima-san. If you need anything don't be afraid to ask as I want to start today's lesson as we're falling behind already.''
The couple complied with the teacher's request and walked towards the empty benches where they proceeded to sit down. Naruto making a mental note to thank his mom for putting him and Ingvild together as he doubted she'd make it through by herself.
The bell rang, signalling their first period was over and the start of today's first break. Naruto and Ingvild managed to sneak right past their classmates and were now walking through the hallways looking for Issei as he too should have his break at the moment.
As luck has it the pair spotted him running around a corner and into the hallway they were in. His fear filled expression had them curious before it turned into a deadpanned one when they noticed a group of girls coming into view, yelling obscenities at him while looking ready to flay him.
Naruto noticed his little brother's eyes lighting up when Issei noticed them and he sighed as he shot his arm out and grabbed Issei by his sleeve before pulling him towards them. ''Issei.. You really need to stop with whatever caused this in the first place.''
''B-But i didn't do anything in the first place nii-san!'' He bawled commercially as tears ran down his face.
''Ahem.'' The sound of a throat being cleared had them look behind him to see it was the group that had been chasing Issei. ''Say.. Would you mind handing that pervert to us. I don't think it's wise for a handsome boy such as yourself to associate with him, especially not with a girl close by.''
Clicking his tongue, Naruto regretfully shook his head. ''Sorry girls but i don't think our mom would be happy if i knowingly let you beat up my little brother.''
''...''
''EEHH!'' Came the group's collective loud yell that silenced the entire hallway and forced their attention to them. ''You mean that the school's number one pervert is related to the hot new transfer student from Europe!?'' They looked pleadingly at him to tell them he was joking.
Unfortunately for them he wasn't. ''Yeah.. So if you don't mind we're leaving.''
''Haaaaa~.'' A long sigh left Issei's throat once they were outside and he was sure they weren't followed. ''Thanks nii-san, I shiver to think what would've happened had they caught me.''
''..About that.'' Naruto began as he managed to find a comfortable spot beneath one of the large trees and within its shadow while Ingvild sat comfortably in his lap. ''You really need to tone down your pervertedness. Number one pervert, really Issei? Despite the stories i've heard from mom I didn't expect it to be this bad. If you keep this up you'll be a virgin by the time you reach your forties and I doubt you really want that.''
''I DON'T!'' He yelled, surprising him by his outburst. ''I don't want to be a virgin forever! I want to know what it feels like. I want to experience the pleasures of flesh like in the magazines i read. I want a girlfriend of my own but.. I don't think I can do it nii-san..''
Naruto blinked when Issei's voice surprisingly softened. ''I'm not popular or considered handsome like some of those pretty boys here in school. Even you have girls after you and you've not even been here for a day! I don't play sports either, my hobbies are reading dirty magazines and am all around considered to be bland..''
''Issei.. Despite being gone for the past couple years and likely missing some crucial years when it comes to you growing up there's an important distinction you seem to be glossing over. You keep saying 'don't' as opposed to 'can't', signalling everything you're doing is a choice. You choose to spend your free time peeking on girls, reading dirty magazines and not doing any sports. You can easily change this but you will have to put in some actual effort on your own part.
In fact, I'm willing to bet that if you toned down your pervertedness by half and begin working out, gain some muscle the girls here will see you in a new light and it'll only be a matter of time until you meet that someone. Just don't have some ridiculous goal as creating a harem or something like it, keep it realistic.'' Despite his inadvertent jab at his dream, Issei soaked in his older brother's words as he could tell he was giving him honest advice and looking out for him.
And perhaps he could adhere to those words if it would make his brother proud of him. He knew there was truth to what he had said as he had seen the attention some of the boys got which were nothing but muscle, somehow managing to be even more bland of a character compared to him.
''..I guess I could try nii-san. Will you be helping me?'' He looked at him with hope.
''Of course! Isn't that the older brother's job? Taking care of his younger sibling and making sure he succeeds?''
Despite everything Issei couldn't help but chuckle. ''Alright, I'll hold you to it.'' Naruto nodded, just as the bell rang, notifying them that their break was over and it was time to return to their classes. They never did realize someone had been eavesdropping during their talk as a pair of hazel orbs were left staring at the spot the trio previously occupied.
School was over and Naruto and Ingvild were walking home. Issei apparently had something to do with a club he was a part of and couldn't join which was fine to be honest. ''So, Ingvild, what did you think of your first day at school?'' He looked at his purple haired fiancée who smiled.
''I liked it! It was fun, learning all these new things and meeting new people. A welcome change from when we were in Europe.''
''Yeah, we never really stayed anywhere for long back then due to certain people that had us constantly on the move. I had hoped moving here would change that but I never imagined that there would be devils living in this city, sorry.''
''Don't be sorry. As long as you're here with me I don't mind or have any regrets.'' Ingvild moved closer and wrapped herself around his arm. He smiled at her and before she realized it he had her carried in his arms.
Ingvild kicked her legs and squirmed in his hold before puffing out her cheeks when she understood he wasn't going to put her down. Yet, she was unable to keep the smile from her face as he carried her home.
They took a different path home compared to how they walked towards school earlier this morning as they went through the park which was rather beautiful, especially with the fountain that was present in the middle. He put her down on her own two feet as the couple stood near the fountain for some time, watching a couple birds bathe in the shallow water as stray droplets landed on them both.
It really was a peaceful scene that was then broken when Naruto's sense of danger screamed at him as he acted without a second thought at put himself behind Ingvild as a loud screeching noise made itself heard followed by the sensation of wind being forcefully displaced.
''Impossible!'' A gruff, male voice cried out when he noticed his spear, one made out of light magic dissipate when in came in contact with the blond's back. Naruto let out a growl as he turned around, shielding Ingvild with his body as he glared at the man that was attacking them.
The person who attacked them was a middle aged man around his own height wearing a gray trench coat and a black fedora underneath locks of black hair could be seen. Though what had his interest were the pair of wings he could see sticking out of his back.
''Hmph! I'm not sure what you just did but I'm going to ask you to step away from that devil behind you, boy. This is strictly business.''
''Not happening. I prefer my fiancée alive, thank you.'' Naruto sent him a mocking sigh.
''Hoh? A smartass I see. Whatever, I guess one human in the grand scale of things doesn't matter much. At least I tried so Raynare can fuck off later and I don't have to listen to her complain.'' He formed another spear of light which interestingly enough was blue as opposed to.. well yellow. ''Before I kill you I grant you the honor of knowing that it was I, Dohnaseek, who ended your life.'' He flicked his wrist forward, sending his light spear careening towards his target which it reached in a blink of an eye.
The blond merely stood there, seemingly accepting his fate which had Dohnaseek almost smirk. Almost as he instead expressed disbelief when much like before his light spear just.. dissipated in the form of blue particles that fluttered in the air around him.
''What are you?!'' Dohnaseek demanded as he took a step back in caution. The blond in front of him was human, he was sure of it for he could sense no energy of sorts from him. Yet, twice now his attack had failed in such a way he had never seen before as they usually cut through flesh like a hot knife on butter. Even devils couldn't do what he just did without being harmed.
''I'm human just like you said. But perhaps I am special?'' Naruto hummed as he tapped his finger against his cheek. Then his demeanor changed as he narrowed his eyes which had turned from cerulean blue that showed warmth to frozen chips of blue that would stand a chance at freezing even the sun itself. ''Honestly… I'll let you leave as I rather not get my hands dirty since my fiancée doesn't like that. So you can go, now, but if you don't I might have to do something since you did try to kill her.''
When their eyes met, Dohnaseek felt like there was some sort of monster looming over him as his breathing became shallow while his heartbeat quickened. Swallowing his pride he flew into the air where he hovered for some moment. ''You're lucky I have.. important matters to attend. Pray we don't meet again, boy for I'll be less generous.'' With that being said the pair watched as he flew out of the area as Naruto turned towards Ingvild.
''Hah! Who did he think he was kidding with those words? He looked like he was about to shit himself.''
''Language Naru!'' Ingvild chastised him with a light slap to his arm before she embraced him. ''Thank you for saving me though.''
''It's fine. Like I said, I rather have my fiancée not die on me.'' He joked before letting out a grunt when Ingvild jabbed his ribs followed by feeling her soft hands cup his chin as she brought his head down to place a kiss on his lips.
''Let's continue going home incase more of them appear.''
''Sure, we shouldn't be too far anyway.''
''So uh… Buchou.. What did you want me here for?'' Issei asked as he shifted nervously in his seat inside of the ORC. While he normally wouldn't have an issue being here and prefered to actually since he could oogle the president's chest, the look she was sending him now and how tense the room itself was had him refrain from doing so.
''Well Issei-kun, I called you here in hopes that you could answer a couple questions regarding the two new students that arrived here in Kuoh since apparently they're living with you.''
...Crap. He knew it was coming sooner or later but he prefered later. Much, much later as the smiled on the president's face was one that told him he wouldn't be allowed to leave until she was satisfied with his answers.
''Eh? Didn't I tell you about him Buchou? Oh. Well, he's my older brother who came back a couple days ago after spending the past couple years in Europe. The girls he's with is his fiancée but i'm sure you're aware of that as is the entire school.''
''Older brother? Ara, it appears Issei-kun has been keeping secrets Buchou. Perhaps you should let me punish him for not telling us about his brother who I'd love to meet.'' It was Akeno who spoke as she entered the room carrying a tray on which a warm cup of tea was on which she had prepared. The way she licked her lips when she spoke of meeting his brother had Issei curse him in his mind.
''How about not, Akeno.''
''Which part Buchou? The punishment or meeting Uzumaki-san?'' Her violet eyes were shining with mirth which could only be seen by Rias who wasn't looking at her at the moment.
''Akeno…'' Rias growled out before huffing when her Queen laughed softly for getting under her skin as she shook her head and focused back on the topic at hand. ''If he's your brother how come you two look nothing alike? No offense but compared to him you're so… average looking.'' Issei felt like someone a piece of him just died but it went unnoticed as Rias continued. ''And what's with the different last names as well?''
''He looks different because he's adopted. His last name is his mother's maiden name which he uses to honor her as she died shortly after his birth. It's one of the few things he knows about her and cherishes it.''
''Fufufu, you sure it's not because he doesn't want to know the school he's associated with a pervert like yourself?''
''Akeno!'' Rias called out to her Queen. ''Sorry for her teasing Issei… Issei?'' She noticed how he looked to be in thought like he was actually considering it.
''Uwah! Sorry Buchou I was thinking but no, it's also why Ingvild has taken his last name.''
''I see… Are they aware of the supernatural, Issei-kun?''
''...'' He furrowed his eyebrows in thought as he was reminded about not having sensed anything weird from them. Sure, she was inhumanly beautiful but she couldn't be a Devil, right? He very much doubted she was a Fallen Angel as well.. ''...I don't think so, Buchou. They never showed any signs that they were aware I'm a devil now. Though his fiancée is really pretty~ Like, much more than a normal girl and even.. well, I dare to say even more than you two.''
Crrrk
That was the sound that was heard throughout the room as Rias accidentally squeezed her cup too tightly causing it to break. Yet she paid it no mind. No, instead she was staring at Issei with shock, like he just told them he was going to stop being a pervert.
When no one did anything he spoke up. ''Uhm Buchou? Can I go home now?'' Issei asked tentavily when she hadn't blinked in almost a minute and it didn't look like it was going to change.
''Yes, you can go now Issei-kun. I'll be taking care of Buchou.'' Akeno told him as she made her way over to Rias, the small smile she wore never leaving.
''Umm, alright then.'' He slowly got to his feet and walked towards the door leading out of the room. At the doorway he paused and looked behind him, seeing the still frozen form of his president before he left the room and closed the door behind him.
Chapter end.
