CHAPTER-4

It has been a month since Akira and Rias started dating. While they haven't confessed their feelings, their love for each other runs deep. They often go on dates, but Rias dislikes the attention Akira receives from other girls, which makes her angry. To avoid unwanted attention, they prefer to spend their time cuddling at Akira's home.

Rias has also taken a significant step toward her future by starting to train under her mother, Venelana Bael, to become stronger and ultimately cancel her marriage to Riser Phenix, the man she despises. Venelana is taken aback by Rias's request but smiles, recognizing her daughter's determination.

Flashback to the Underworld

In a cozy room in the Underworld, three women sit together, sipping tea:

Venelana Bael: Rias's mother, resembling her daughter with shorter flaxen hair and violet eyes.

Lucy Gremory: Rias's sister-in-law, Sirzechs's wife, with short hair and striking red eyes.

Grayfia Lucifuge: Known as the Silver-Haired Queen of Annihilation, with long hair styled in twin ponytails and silver eyes.

As they chat, Rias enters wearing her school uniform and approaches her mother.

Lucy: "Oh Rias, you're here! Come sit with us and have some tea." She smiles warmly at her.

Rias: "Thank you, sister, but I came here to talk to mother." She replies, her smile fading slightly.

Venelana: "Oh my baby girl, come here for mommy! Give me a big hug." She gestures with open arms.

Without hesitation, Rias walks over and envelops her mother in a big hug, surprising everyone in the room, including Grayfia, who is usually stoic.

Lucy: "Rias, did something happen at school?" Concern creeps into her voice as she breaks out of her shock.

Venelana: "Yes, Rias, tell us. Did something happen?" She gently combs Rias's hair with her fingers while placing her on her lap. Rias sits there, still hugging her mother, which shocks everyone once again.

Rias: "Mommy, I want you to train me so that I can cancel my marriage with that bastard." She looks directly into her mother's eyes, filled with determination.

The room falls silent as they process her words. However, seeing the fire in Rias's gaze, they soon smile, understanding her resolve.

Rias's decision marks a pivotal point in her life. With the support of her mother and sister-in-law, she is ready to take on the challenges ahead and fight for her happiness alongside Akira.

Venelana: "Oh, my baby wants me to train her? Okay, I will train you. But tell me, why now?" She asks, a smile spreading across her face, curious about Rias's sudden determination.

Rias blushes at her mother's question, and they share a knowing smile. Grayfia, maintaining her emotionless facade, observes the interaction but can easily guess the reason behind Rias's newfound motivation.

Rias, feeling shy yet determined, reaches into her pocket and pulls out her phone. She opens the gallery and selects a photo. With a hint of excitement, she turns the screen toward her mother and sister-in-law.

The image reveals Akira sleeping peacefully, wearing his white jacket with the cat-like hood atop his head, looking utterly adorable.