Ch 18: After 5 Years

The room was filled with the melodious chirping of birds, and a sliver of sunlight gently filtered through a gap in the curtains.

"Ugh, these curtains don't block out the sun!" exclaimed a young man in frustration, feeling the light on his closed eyelids.

He tossed the covers aside and glanced around the room, noticing two nekomatas lying beside him, their tails wrapped snugly around his legs.

"Hey, Kuroka, Shirone, wake up," Sharon said softly, observing their twitching cat ears as they feigned sleep.

With a mischievous grin, he playfully tugged on their tails, causing them both to jolt awake.

"Time to get up. It's been exactly five years, and it's time to make you both mine," Sharon declared with a wicked smile, earning groans from the two nekomatas.

"Can't we sleep a little longer? It's Saturday!" Kuroka protested while Shirone had already fallen back asleep, using Sharon as a makeshift body pillow.

It had been five years since Kuroka and Shirone had joined Venelana's peerage. However, due to Venelana having no other peerage members, she was extremely doting on the two nekomatas.

A couple of months in, Venelana let them leave, as she assured Sirzechs that she was strong enough to sense if one of them had turned into a stray, and with that, they returned to Sharon.

As the gentle sensation of their bodies brushing against him while they slept enveloped Sharon, it only made him more tired as he sank back into his bed.

"Maybe sleeping a bit longer wouldn't hurt ... right?" he mumbled before succumbing to his fatigue. Yet, the instant he entered dreamland, Kuroka, and Shirone stirred awake, exchanging knowing glances.

"It has to be something he'll never ever forget," Shirone said, as she had a childish grin on her face that made her seem even cuter.

"He's turning 18, right?" Kuroka purred, her tone dripping with temptation, while Shirone, her cute and innocent younger sister, nodded in agreement.

"Well, then, no need to worry. I'll give him a gift he'll remember forever," Kuroka whispered sensually, her lips curling into a tantalizing grin as she provocatively licked them.

Shirone gave Kuroka a confused look, as Kuroka just chuckled and made her way to the bathroom. She took a quick shower, followed by Shirone, and as they both came out of the shower, one more girl appeared by Sharon's door.

"Did you two sneak into his room again?" Suzaku asked as she had her hands on her hips, while she had a stern expression.

Suzaku, over the last couple of years, had matured like fine wine. Her long, silky black hair cascaded down her back. And those eyes, they're a rare shade of crimson, like the richest red wine you've ever seen, adding an intriguing depth to her gaze. Her figure is curvaceous, with soft, graceful lines that give her an air of natural beauty. It's the kind of beauty that makes you do a double take, leaving you captivated by the way she effortlessly carries herself, a true head-turner in every sense.

Kuroka, wouldn't lose in any regard either. Her long, lustrous black hair cascades gracefully down her back, adding to her feline mystique. Her enchanting golden eyes shined with an irresistible charm. Her seductive figure is accentuated by her ample, and expressive curves, giving her an undeniably alluring presence. Two sleek, obsidian tails gracefully extend from her lower back, mirroring the elegant cat ears that crown her head, completing her captivating and enigmatic visage. She's a creature of mesmerizing beauty, a bewitching blend of feline grace and seductive charm.

Meanwhile, Koneko became the embodiment of the words: adorable, and cute. Her snow-white hair gently sweeps just above her upper chest, framing her delicate features. With her large, golden eyes, she exudes an irresistibly cute charm that warms the heart. Two pristine white tails gracefully sway behind her, mirroring the pair of matching cat ears that sit atop her head, accentuating her charm. She is the very embodiment of sweetness and loveliness, a delightful presence that radiates warmth and affection with every glance.

"Well, the room was open, and besides ... weren't you with him yesterday?" Kuroka asked as she had a sly smile on her face. Suzaku's ears turned a bit red before she shook her head.

"Ugh, never mind." Suzaku muttered before asking, "Kuroka, were you able to buy what I asked for the other day?"

Kuroka nodded as she pointed to a small bag in the corner of Sharon's room.

"WHY IS IT IN HIS ROOM!??" Suzaku squealed before running to it, grabbing it, and making sure what she had asked for was indeed inside it.

"I bought it last night, and I didn't go to my room, so I just put it over there. Don't worry, he didn't see it." Kuroka said as she was softly giggling.

While Suzaku was sharing a shy reaction, which was quite rare for her, Kuroka was laughing away. Kuroka and Shirone quickly got dressed as they woke Sharon up.

"Wake up, Sharon!" Kuroka called out in a flirtatious voice as she moved her lips against his ears, faintly brushing against them.

Sharon's eyes twitched as he finally woke up. He glanced at everyone that had gathered in his room when he noticed another one entering.

"Ara, what are you all doing here? You didn't invite me?" Akeno asked as she walked in.

Akeno, a stunning beauty whose presence commands attention effortlessly. Her long, jet-black hair was tied back in a sleek ponytail, giving her an air of sophistication. Her eyes are a mesmerizing shade of deep purple, like rich amethysts that hold secrets only she knows. Her voluptuous body is a testament to grace and allure, with curves that seem to mesmerize. She was definitely an intoxicating blend of elegance and sensuality that leaves a lasting impression.

"Ah, morning everyone," Sharon said with a wide grin as he made his way to the bathroom. He took a quick shower and stood before the mirror as he glanced at his body. Aside from a scar that ran from his chest down to his waist, it was a well-built body. It outlined the years of training he had endured to not only grow stronger but also become more capable of protecting those he cared for. He had let his hair grow a bit longer, as it was around his lower neck, with red highlights that tinged the ends of his hair.

He put on a random shirt he had nearby along with his lower body covered with a towel and left the bathroom. The girls had already gone downstairs for breakfast, while Sharon was in the shower. He made his way to the dresser and put on some random clothes.

'First up, I've gotta go see Sirzechs and his mother. I wonder what will happen when he gives me the pieces. Will I turn into a devil? No, I don't want that.' Sharon thought as he made his way downstairs and towards the dining table where the girls had already taken their seats.

Around 3 years ago, Sharon decided to move out of Akeno's house and live in a nearby apartment. Shirone and Kuroka followed him, and around a year later, Akeno joined him. Suzaku, having found out around half a year later, also made arrangements to live with him.

With all that happening, Sharon had understood their motives. He held no dislike for any of them, rather, he felt very happy around them. These couple of years were some of the happiest times of his life. Aside from training, he made sure to spend time with each of them, and as time went by, they all grew closer to each other.

A soft smile appeared on Sharon's face as he remembered all the things he had gone through until now.

*Time Skip*

Sharon, along with Kuroka and Shirone, were now standing before Sirzehcs Lucifer's Mansion.

Sharon stared at the mansion as he slowly began to release his aura. His aura grew rapidly and wildly as it began to turn into a suffocating pressure even for the many high-class devils nearby.

Kuroka and Shirone, on the other hand, were completely fine, as Sharon had insanely accurate control over his aura.

Sharon didn't raise his aura any further as he noticed Sirzechs rapidly approaching with two silver-haired women.

"You've gotten a lot stronger, haven't you?" Sirzechs asked as Sharon had a faint smile on his face. His control over his aura and his powers had grown significantly over the past five years. He surpassed nearly every high-class demon and as such was around an Ultimate-Class devil in terms of power according to the way the devils classified power. However, Sharon knew he was nowhere near strong enough. He was still a high-class dragonkin, after all. Not even a fully-fledged dragon.

'I'll need to find Vali. If he's awakened Albion, I'll be able to get some advice from Albion.' Sharon thought as he followed Sirzechs into the mansion after letting his aura dissipate into the air.

Sirzechs placed his hand on his ears as a small magical circle appeared.

"Mother, can you come over? Sharon and the two nekomatas are here." Sirzechs said briefly as the magical circle disappeared.

"Grayfia, bring us some tea please," Sirzechs said as Grayfia nodded.

Grayfia had changed a bit as well. Although she still wore a maid outfit, her ethereal beauty was undeniable. Her back-length silver hair was a work of art, with two delicate braids on each side, adorned by small, charming blue bows at their ends. The rest of her hair flows freely, culminating in twin braids that aid her captivating look. Her striking red eyes seem to hold the mysteries of the universe, drawing you in with their depth and intensity. Her bountiful body exudes confidence and grace, a testament to both her natural beauty and her self-assured presence.

"You've changed quite a bit as well, Sirzechs," Sharon commented as he sat in front of Sirzechs, sipping on some tea that Grayfia already had prepared.

"Of course, the workload's only been increasing in the last few years. Especially because of that Naberius clan." Sirzechs replied as Sharon nodded.

The Naberius clan, with the help of some other hidden clans, experimented on devils trying to force them to gain power beyond their capabilities.

"It seems Grayfia has changed quite a bit as well. Her aura is much stronger than before. Though, it's also evident how much work she put into it." Sharon commented as he smiled at Grayfia who was looking away with reddened cheeks.

"Ara, so it's this boy? Quite the interesting choice, Grayfia." A voice similar to Grayfia's said as Sharon turned to see Silvia, Grayfia's sister, walking over while carrying a young red-headed boy.

"Uncle Sharon!" The young boy yelled with a smile as he ran over to Sharon and jumped into his arms.

"Ah, Millicas, you've grown up quite a bit, huh? Last time I saw you, you were ... Oh wow!" Sharon said as his aura picked up on Millicas' talent.

"This is just unfair. This kid ... his talent is insane." Sharon commented as Millicas was curious while Sirzechs just chuckled.

"He's been able to use his 'Power of Destruction from a young age. He's just like his father." A soft, warm voice said as Sharon turned to see the woman who had cared for Shirone and Kuroka for a while, Venelana Gremory.

"Ah, greetings Lady Gremory. It's a pleasure to meet you." Sharon said with a slight bow as he glanced at the flaxen-haired mature woman who warmly smiled and nodded toward him.

Once again, he could sense an insane potential within her.

'This family is full of monsters! This kind of potential doesn't grow on trees, dammit!' Sharon screamed in his head as he felt his pride take a hit. His potential was one granted to him. Otherwise, it would have taken multiple times longer to get where he is now.

"Let's proceed with the evil piece transfer, shall we?" Venelana suggested as Sharon nodded, and they both glanced at Sirzechs who also nodded.

"First up, you'll have to let the 'King' piece acknowledge you, on whether you meet the power requirement. Though, by sensing your aura earlier, it shouldn't be a problem." Sirzechs said as Sharon nodded.

"Sirzechs ... the devil power in the evil pieces, can you remove it? I take immense pride in my lineage as a dragon." Sharon said as he maintained a resolute expression while staring at Sirzechs.

"That means your peerage's power will come from you. Should they need more power, it will come from your reserve of power. Can you deal with that?" Sirzechs asked as Sharon nodded.

"I will be able to deal with that," Sharon replied as Sirzechs nodded. He waved his hand over the evil pieces that rapidly lost their color, turning transparent. He placed them beside the 'King' piece which was attached to the altar.

With a confident expression, Sharon walked over and touched the 'King' piece with his entire hand, and allowed for all of his aura to surge into it. The 'King' piece glowed brightly, as it began cycling through the colors, eventually stopping at purple. However, the process was not yet completed, as the pieces all began to change shape. Each and every piece had mutated.

This was when Sirzechs, and everyone who was watching, truly understood how powerful Sharon really was. His power was at the peak of Ultimate Class.

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I know some of you didn't like how Sharon let the nekomatas be taken by Venelana. However, I think for the story to move onward, there can't be too many plot holes, and that it was necessary. Do keep in mind, that Sharon isn't someone who is calculative and manipulative where he always gets what he wants. There will be times he makes the wrong choice, or times when he goes against what might be the 'right' thing to do.

I sincerely appreciate all the feedback I'm receiving as it plays a big role in how I improve my writing, and I look forward to any you might have.

Aside from that, I plan on writing a lemon chapter soon, probably the 20th chapter. I've never written a lemon chapter before, so it is quite ... unnerving.

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