Chapter 34 - Koneko

Aoki wasn't sure how difficult it was to learn magic, but he had the ability to practice both types.

If he were lucky, he might be able to learn it in three hours instead of three days.

The only condition?

There had to be a beautiful girl who could do magic and was willing to have intimate relations with him.

"Ahem…" Rias snapped back to reality, returning to her mature older sister persona.

"You don't need to worry about magic. There's not much difference between C-level and D-level," she reassured him.

Looking at Aoki, she suggested, "Instead of focusing on magic, you should improve your fighting skills. Your strength will increase more quickly that way."

Compared to monsters, pure-blooded demons, and other races, Aoki's physique wasn't particularly strong; however, in most cases, he still held an advantage.

Even mixed-race individuals like Shinomura Yuki weren't as strong as him.

Mastering basic physical techniques involved not just perfect muscle manipulation but also specific strengthening.

"Well, I want to learn karate or other fighting techniques," Aoki replied.

"But I've visited several gyms and haven't been satisfied with them—the results are too slow and they take up too much time."

Commercial karate dojos and judo schools often started from the very basics, teaching competition movements that took a long time to translate into practical combat skills.

Of course, spending money was unavoidable; this has been true since ancient times—those who are poor in knowledge often find themselves rich in military affairs.

Not only did tuition fees add up, but nutritional supplements became a significant expense once one began exercising seriously.

"If you want to quickly improve your fighting skills, there's a simple method," Rias said mysteriously. "I don't know if you'll be able to handle it."

"What is it?"

"Right now, there's someone here who's skilled in hand-to-hand combat."

Rias smiled as she looked at the white-haired lolita beside her.

"If you spar with her a few times, you'll definitely see rapid improvement."

"Hand-to-hand combat skills?"

Aoki rubbed his chin thoughtfully.

Being hit while receiving guidance could indeed double the learning experience.

However, he wondered if Koneko Toujou had the strength necessary for such training.

"Minister," Aoki said cautiously, "you can't be talking about that little girl."

He didn't want to cause any trouble and intended to play along with the new characters in his world.

Rias called out to the white-haired loli: "Koneko-cham! Come here! This is Uesugi Aoki—the one I mentioned last time; our future partner."

Koneko Toujou nodded slightly toward Aoki and greeted him: "Hello."

"Hello," Aoki replied.

The white-haired lolita appeared ordinary at first glance, but he couldn't help but notice the cat ears adorning her head.

Seeing them up close made him want to reach out and touch them.

Sensing the greedy look in Aoki's eyes, Koneko Toujou took two cautious steps back.

"Aoki," Rias introduced her further, "this is Koneko—my shop assistant—and her position is within the Tower." Despite Koneko's objections, Rias held both Aoki and Koneko close together against her ample chest.

"We'll be family from now on; don't be so crude~" Rias playfully pushed them closer together.

"Uesugi," she continued with a smile, "the kitten may look small but she's not a child—she's actually your age; she'll turn sixteen this year."

"Woo… woof…" Aoki wanted to respond but found himself unable to articulate anything beyond wetting the fabric of Rias's chest with his drool.

It was so large that even if another person grabbed it through their clothes, their mouth might become completely blocked.

A tingling sensation coursed through his body as he felt a rush of warmth from Rias's proximity; a blush crept onto her pretty face as she quickly released them from her embrace.

After successfully breaking free from what felt like an overwhelming seal, Aoki wiped away the saliva from the corner of his mouth with an innocent expression—he hadn't intended for things to go that far; it was just that Rias seemed overly sensitive.

"Buchou! Koneko! Call me by my name!" Aoki exclaimed eagerly. "Koneko-chan I call you that?"

It was Koneko Toujou's first time being so close to a man; she felt excited yet shy at the same time while trying hard not show it.

Rias noticed this and quietly approached Koneko Toujou.

"It's okay," Rias reassured her gently. "But remember that Koneko's real name is Shirone; 'Koneko' is just a nickname."

"Oh~" Aoki nodded knowingly—not only did he recognize that Kitten's name was Shirone but also knew she had a sister named Kuroka. He understood why she dropped Baiyin in favor of Tacheng Kitty due to familial ties.

"The Shirone is…" The white-haired loli tugged at Rias's sleeve urgently as if trying to stop her from continuing further.

Rias looked down at Koneko Toujou with concern and helplessness; after all this time, she still couldn't get over what happened regarding her sister.

"That matter has nothing to do with you," Rias assured her softly. "And Aoki isn't like that…"

Koneko continued holding onto Rias's sleeve tightly while keeping her head lowered without saying anything more.

"It's alright—I won't say anything else." Seeing this reaction prompted Rias only reached out gently touching Tacheng's silver-white hair before letting go of her grip entirely.

Rias then turned back towards Aoki apologetically: "I'm sorry about all this."

"It's okay," Aoki interrupted quickly. "Who doesn't have secrets they wish others didn't know?"

"Oh? You too?" Rias raised an eyebrow curiously as interest piqued within her gaze.

Aoki shrugged nonchalantly: "Who knows~"

He had far too many secrets—from time travel abilities and dual cultivation powers down through future plotlines…

If he were honest about everything there was no way Rias would believe him!

"Eh? Eh? Eh~"

Rias narrowed her eyes playfully; those beautiful peach blossom eyes grew increasingly captivating as she leaned closer towards him: "I want you even more now!"

Aoki rolled his eyes at this playful banter: "It's not good imitating anyone! Why copy Akeno-senpai? One scheming girl is already enough!"

"Okay then! I'll tell Akeno you said she's evil!"

"Uh… slip of the tongue! Slip of the tongue! Mr.Buchou please don't tell Akeno-senpai!"

A wave of panic washed over him—the atmosphere had been pleasant until he accidentally let slip his true thoughts!

Thankfully Himejima Akeno wasn't around otherwise things could've gotten messy!

"Pff."

Rias couldn't help but laugh heartily: "Alright then—I won't bother you anymore—it's business."

"Koneko-chan," she instructed firmly turning back towards Koneko again,"you're responsible for guiding Aoki in hand-to-hand combat these days."

Koneko had caught wind of what was happening already agreeing without asking any further questions: "Understood!"

"Aoki," warned Rias seriously now turning back towards him again,"don't underestimate Koneko."

She continued explaining: "Not only does Koneko have advantages thanks employment agency within castle—but also possesses traits akin mandrills."

After being reincarnated via demon chess piece, Koneko became hybrid gaining benefits derived both demons & cats alike—Nekomata being most powerful among Japanese feline demons known colloquially Nekomandrill!

With class benefits intact,she possessed formidable physical prowess alongside impressive attack/defense capabilities despite short stature making solid versatile warrior overall!

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