EPHS-Chapter 599 Never Again in the Future

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Upon learning that Tenraku had awakened, the girls collectively breathed a sigh of relief, and the atmosphere in the Kamiya Family immediately brightened. 

However, after worrying about Tenraku's condition day and night, they were surprised to find out that he had successfully wooed the Vice President-sama without making a single sound, leaving the girls both exasperated and amused. 

Rias, Irina, and several other girls, led by Rias and Irina, took turns scolding Tenraku thoroughly, even including Asia, who had always been gentle and accommodating towards him.

Unlike Rias and the others, Asia's admonishment focused not on Tenraku's mischievous deeds with the Vice President-sama but rather on his lack of regard for his own well-being. 

She reminded him that even if he wanted to engage in intimate activities with the Vice President-sama, he could wait until he had fully recovered. Tenraku was stunned by Asia's powerful reasoning and lecture, as were Rias and the others.

It was truly pitiful to see Asia so affected by Tenraku's misdeeds. 

"Alright, alright, I know I was wrong," Tenraku said, embracing Rias, Irina, and Asia tenderly. "I'm sorry for worrying you all these days, Rias, Irina, Asia, and everyone else."

Though the girls were scolding him, Tenraku felt a surge of warmth in his heart, embracing Asia and Irina gently and brushing their foreheads with affection.

"Hmph, you villain Tenraku, we won't forgive you if you make us worry like this again," Rias said sternly, though her eyes betrayed her true feelings. Irina, too, despite her tough facade, had tears welling up in her eyes. Asia, in particular, was in tears, clinging tightly to Tenraku as if afraid of losing him again.

Having experienced such perilous battles and Tenraku's prolonged coma, they had all been genuinely worried sick.

"I'm sorry, I won't do it again in the future, and I'll never abandon you all," Tenraku said softly, his heart filled with endless affection.

After soothing the girls, Tenraku breathed a sigh of relief, but before he could relax completely, Sona approached him with a serious expression.

"Do you have anything to explain to me?" She asked calmly, standing before him.

Realizing that Sona was referring to Shinra Tsubaki, who was currently being comforted by Nimura Ruruko and the other girls, Tenraku couldn't help but smile wryly.

"Sona, Rias, and the others have already scolded me, and I haven't violated our agreement to force Tsubaki. Everything has been respecting her choice," Tenraku explained.

"Hmph, if you had really forced Tsubaki, do you think you would be sitting here peacefully right now?" Sona retorted. "Tsubaki isn't as strong as she appears on the surface. Don't disappoint her."

With a grunt, Sona made her point clear.

"I won't disappoint you either," Tenraku replied, pulling Sona into his embrace.

Though she initially resisted, the girl eventually softened.

Sona was the type of girl who appeared cold on the outside but was warm on the inside. Though she didn't show it, she cared for Tenraku just as much as anyone else did, a fact that Tenraku understood well.

After comforting President-sama, Tenraku turned his attention to Yasaka princess, who had been standing by quietly.

"When did you arrive?" He asked.

"I came a few days ago after receiving news from Princess Rias," Yasaka princess replied, holding Kunou in her arms.

"I'm sorry, husband. Now that you've awakened, I may have to return to Kyoto soon," She added apologetically.

Nodding in understanding, Tenraku knew that the current situation was different from usual. The world was facing a great crisis, and Yasakaprincess's rare visit to take care of him for so many days was already commendable. Perhaps her Youkai subordinates in Kyoto had been anxiously waiting for her return.

"There's no rush to leave. Rest here tonight, princess, and you can leave tomorrow," Tenraku suggested with a meaningful look.

Naturally, Yasaka princess caught the hint in her husband's words, and a blush crept onto her face.

"Ophis, Lilith, come here," He called out to Ophis and Lilith, patting his lap.

During Tenraku's conversation earlier, these two Dragon God-samas sat quietly on the side, swinging their feet back and forth while nibbling on tasty munchies. Upon hearing Tenraku's voice, Ophis and Lilith flew over and sat on his lap.

"Lilith, do you still like it here?" Tenraku asked, stroking Lilith's head.

Rizevim had already been taken out, and Qlippoth had been nearly eradicated. After the battle with 666, Lilith, who had nowhere to go, was naturally taken in by Rias and her girls and had been staying with the Kamiya Family. 

Though Lilith and Ophis looked identical and wore identical clothes, Tenraku could still discern the subtle differences between them.

"Wū Wū..."

"No, not bad."

Lilith mumbled with her mouth full of munch

Tenraku was a little amused and wondered if it was because of spending a few days with Ophis that Lilith had picked up all of her munchies.

"Since you're not bad, then you can stay here as our family mascot and my little pet, just like Ophis."

"Okay."

Tenraku continued, and Lilith agreed without much thought. Perhaps she didn't even know what a mascot or a pet was, but she loved being here. Having someone to play with her, providing her with plenty of delicious treats, and having another version of herself here were already enough for her. 

Finally having Lilith in his grasp as his own little pet, Tenraku's mood couldn't have been better. Having two Dragon God pets was something only he could boast of in this world!

"Good girl, say 'master'," Tenraku teased Lilith, who complied eagerly.

Though Rias and the other girls were somewhat speechless, as long as Tenraku liked it, they were fine with it.

"Rias, Sona, tell me about the situation outside now," Tenraku said, his lips curling up slightly.

"During my slumber, a lot must have happened outside, right?"

"Indeed," Rias and Sona both replied with solemn expressions. "Azazel and the others have already shared information about 666 with major factions, including the Underworld, Heaven, the Human World, and other mythological realms. The situation now is quite dire."

Tenraku furrowed his brows, taking the matter seriously.

"What exactly is going on?" he inquired.

To be continued...