[249] Outstanding

While Rias and the duo from the Church confronted each other, August on the other side had almost finished his meal.

After everyone had gathered in the living room to eat, Sona approached Asia. The little girl couldn't hide anything; it was evident that something was bothering her.

"Asia~"

"President Sona."

"Just call me Sona at home."

"Sona-san."

"You're so good~"

Sona chuckled and ruffled Asia's hair, then sat down beside her, assuming the role of a caring onee-chan, which helped Asia relax a bit.

"Go ahead, you've been troubled since you came back. Did something happen on the way?"

"Sona-san, how did you know?"

"How did I know? Your thoughts are written all over your face. Who do you think you're fooling?"

"I see~"

Sona's words made Asia immediately droop her ears, as if she had done something wrong.

Seeing Asia's sudden dejection, Sona's maternal instincts kicked in. This demeanor of hers was so pitiable that one couldn't help but want to comfort her.

"I met two people on my way back today."

"Two people?"

"Yes, they were Holy Sword wielders from the Church. I'm not sure if I should tell Lord August about this."

"So, you've been agonizing over this by yourself for so long?"

"Mm~"

Asia lowered her head, resembling a guilty child.

This sight made Sona smile, but more than that, she felt tender towards Asia. What kind of environment had she grown up in to develop such a personality from childhood to adulthood?

"Don't worry, August probably already knows about this."

"He already knows?"

"Ah, have you forgotten? Azazel, the Governor General of the Fallen Angels, just visited this morning."

"This~"

Asia suddenly smiled; if August knew, then everything was fine.

Seeing Asia's mood improve so easily, Sona also smiled. If her bishop hadn't been full already, she would have taken Asia as her ward, even if it meant hiding it from August.

Bug!

Just as Sona was comforting Asia, the door was pushed open, revealing Rias and Akeno walking in.

Rias who saw all the guests in the room was startled. Goodness, there were quite a few people here. Sona, along with all her peerage, was present, in addition to August and his two maids, plus a little nun.

Although the apartment was not small, having so many people was a bit excessive.

"Rias, you're here."

"Sona, what are you doing here?"

"This is my boyfriend's house. Isn't it normal for me to come?"

Rias really wanted to say, "This is my fiancé's house," but considering that August hadn't given her a definite answer yet, she hesitated.

Seeing Rias feeling a bit awkward, Akeno on the side smirked secretly. When Rias caught her, she glared at her fiercely.

"August, something has happened."

"Hmm? What's wrong?"

"Two Holy Sword wielders from the Church just went to Kuoh Academy. It seems that some Fallen Angels have stolen three Holy Swords from the Church."

"Oh, that. I already know."

"You know?"

Seeing August sitting on the sofa like a landlord, someone feeding him fruits, someone massaging his shoulders, Rias was shocked. How did this guy who always in his home know about it?

Sona looked at Rias with a faint smile. Her good friend really didn't understand August. This man's mystery was like an abyss, with no boundaries visible. His relationship with Azazel, the Governor General of the Fallen Angels, was like that of mischief-loving friends, and he was deeply connected with Satan Lucifer.

If you underestimated him, you would definitely suffer a big loss.

"I already guessed it. The mastermind behind all this is Kokabiel, a Fallen Angel who survived the Great War."

"Kokabiel?"

"Yeah. He's a war fanatic who has always been dissatisfied with Azazel's truce with the Angels and Devils, so he's been trying to restart the war by any means necessary."

"But why did he steal the Holy Swords? And why did he come to Kuoh?"

"He stole the Holy Swords to provoke Michael. However, he didn't expect Michael to send two Holy Sword wielders. As for why he came to Kuoh, it's because of you and Sona."

"Me and Sona?"

Now, both Rias and Sona were stunned, casting puzzled glances at August.

"Both of you are sisters of Satans. If anything happens to you, the two Satans will rage, and then war may break out again."

"This..."

"Possible..."

Rias was uncertain about her brother. After all, Sirzechs prioritized devil stability above all else.

But Serafall was different; she was an outright sis-con. Sona knew just how indulgent her sister was. If something really happened to her, she might actually go to war with the Grigori.

At this thought, both Sona and Rias broke out in a cold sweat. Goodness, it was too dangerous.

"But don't worry. It's just Kokabiel. I've already informed Azazel. If he dares to act recklessly, I'll crush him, and Azazel won't object."

Listening to August's 'confident' words, the two didn't know what to say.

This was a Fallen Angel Cadre who had survived the Great War, he is undoubtedly an old monster with a lot of experience. Although not a Satan-Class being, he was definitely not weak. How could he speak so casually, as if it were nothing?

However, considering that August was now a Satan-Class being, the two of them relaxed.

The Ultimate-Class Fallen Angel, even at the top, still had an absolute gap in strength compared to a Satan-Class being. It was impossible to bridge that gap.

"Oh, by the way, Rias, there's something else. Go and tell Yuuto. His enemy will be in Kuoh Town soon. It's a good opportunity for him to seek revenge."

"Okay, I got it."

Rias nodded. She knew best the hidden bitterness and pain behind Yuuto Kiba's apparent warmth.

Seeking vengeance and closure was a deep-seated hatred within him. Although he had let go of his obsession with the Holy Swords because of August, that deep-seated hatred was still there.

Akeno, on the other hand, watched August, who seemed to have everything under control, with a flicker of admiration in her eyes.

Such a man was truly outstanding and charismatic.

As she looked at all the women in the room, she wondered if she should join in sooner rather than later. Otherwise, it might be too late in the future.

On the sidelines, Rias was unaware that her good friend had already set her sights on her fiancé.

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