Eating Your Weight: An Interesting First Day

Student Council Vice-president Tsubaki Shinra had a distinct crease in her brow as she strode into the Student Council room. Her skin was still tingling from her close encounter with that girl as she closed the door behind her, addressing one of the room's only occupants, "Kaicho, we have a problem.”

Tsubaki’s President and King, Sona Sitri, regarded the girl with a serious stare. Her face was already etched into a slight frown and by the way her fingers were steepled in front of her mouth, Tsubaki realized instantly that she already knew.

“We're already aware of her, Tsubaki.” Sona said, and the scarlet-haired girl sitting across from her nodded seriously, “Though judging by your expression, you found out in a much less pleasant way than we did.”

“That's an understatement.” Tsubaki said, setting her stack of paperwork on the table as she took a seat near the pair, “I nearly ran right into her, literally. It was pretty intense; I barely kept my composure.”

“I'm not surprised.” Rias Gremory's voice was serious, as it always was when it came to the potential safety of her peerage, “That girl's not bothering to hide her power at all. Or her scent. Koneko clocked her the moment she walked onto the school grounds.”

“Which is why Rias and I are having this meeting. This girl, Naomi Kanei, is a potential threat to both our peerages. The last time a Dragon came into contact with a Devil's peerage in their territory it did not end well. For either party.”

Tsubaki nodded, well aware that most Dragons weren't exactly friendly with their kind, “You think she considers Kuoh her territory?”

“Per Kuoh's onboarding, she has already undergone an extensive background check.” Sona explained, “Though they're admittedly sparse, her records indicate she has lived here for at least the past sixteen years and her parents, even longer. She travels abroad semi-regularly, sometimes for weeks at a time, but she always returns to Kuoh eventually.”

“Some Dragons are known to shape-shift to fit in between with society.” Rias added, “Though I've never heard of one taking the shape of a teenage girl, much less attending school. It's possible she was just bored.”

Dragons, and most of Dragon-kind for that matter, were extremely enduring, surpassing even most Devils when it came to the upper limits of their lifespan. Being such long-lived creatures, they had a tendency to grow a bit… eccentric as they lived out their long lives. They weren't too dissimilar to gods in that manner, though few would ever compare the two for fear of a swift and brutal reprisal.

That being said, something about this girl didn't strike Tsubaki as some wizened being deciding to have a little fun by playing out the life of a teenage girl. She seemed too normal for that.

“I'm not so sure about that.” Taubaki said, raising the others’ curiosity, “When I spoke to her, she didn't seem much different than any other teenage girl. She's a bit boyish, but even though she could certainly sense that I was a Devil, she was nothing but polite and cordial, even to that Hyoudou.” 

“She was with Hyoudou?” Sona frowned and Rias perked up in interest at the boys name  “Did she seek him out?”

“I thought the same thing but I think it was more of a coincidence.” Tsubaki adjusted her glasses, “I spoke to the principal briefly to ask and she said that he was just showing her to her class. According to her, she also seemed to enjoy spending time with him. She apparently finds him funny.”

Sona relaxed slightly, “I see. Hopefully it stays that way. The last thing we want are Hyoudou’s habits to offend her.”

“The more important question is how much of a problem she'll be if he does." Rias said, "You've been the closest to her, Tsubaki. How strong would you say she is?”

"Powerful.” Tsubaki said bluntly, “I wasn't near her long enough to get an accurate read on her strength, but I could tell she is at least stronger than me.”

The two Kings merely nodded, having expected that. If there was one thing Dragons were known for outside of their lifespan, it was their power. Even the youngest were stronger than a good portion of devil-kind.

“We should nip this in the bud as soon as possible, then.” Sona said, “We need to find out why she came here and whether or not she's malicious. A misunderstanding between our groups could be disastrous so it's best to clear the air while we still can.”

“I can have my familiar keep an eye on her while she's on school grounds, but outside of that, it would be too risky.” Rias offered.

Tsubaki cleared her throat, “If I may, Kaicho, I think that we could simply set up a meeting with her to discuss terms. She didn't seem to beat any grudge against Devils, at least not when we spoke.”

Sona considered her words with a thoughtful hum, “Is that so…? Well if you really think she would be willing to just talk to us then I guess it couldn't hurt to try. We'll have to take proper precautions, of course, but a meeting would be considerably more simple than spying on her and waiting for her to show her hand.” 

“She's in class right now which will buy us some time to set things up.” Rias nodded, “I’ll pull my peerage out of class and have them meet us in the old schoolhouse. It would probably be better best to keep this away from the rest of the students just in case.”

“I'll do the same.” Sona agreed, “Tsubaki, finish what you're doing and meet me there. I'll need help constructing the wards if we want them to b done in time for the meeting.”

“Right away, Kaicho.”

{— Elsewhere, With Naomi —}

Issei and I got to class a little after the bell rang which made us technically late. Luckily the teacher was understanding, easily letting us both off the hook since it was my first day and Issei was technically my guide. 

I was somewhat expecting (dreading) some kind of commotion since I was joining class a bit late, but other than the usual introductions and questions about why I was homeschooled, it was actually rather tame. I guess since we were so close to the start of the school year, a new student wasn't really much to write home about.

As introductions came to an end, the teacher looked over the classroom, “Since you're school supplies haven't arrived yet, you don't have a textbook. Just for this lesson, you'll have to share with someone else.”

“I'll share with her.” One hand went up before all others as the owner, a bispectacled girl with pigtails, offered themselves. She was staring at me with an oddly eager expression, eyes glinting with unknown intention beneath her glasses.

“How nice of you, Aika.” The teacher smiled, seemingly unaware of the girl's possible ulterior motives, “Naomi, please take a seat in the empty desk next to Miss Kiryu. We have assigned seating in this class but for this lesson you'll be sitting there.”

The girl's eyes followed me intently as I walked over and sat in the seat beside her. She was pretty blatant about it too, making no attempt to hide the way she was staring at me as I scooted my desk closer so that we could share a textbook, and as the teacher turned towards the chalkboard to continue the lesson, she leaned towards me and spoke in a whisper only I could hear.

“You're pretty bold, aren't you?” She asked, eyes twinkling with mischief. I was confused, completely unsure what she was talking about.

“I'm sorry?” I asked. She leaned a bit closer, making it seem like she was just trying to get a better look at the textbook. She glanced down at my lap, before looking back up at the book nonchalantly and this close, I noticed her cheeks were slightly red.

“Don't be coy, you know exactly what I'm talking about. I'm not as easy to fool as the rest of these people.” Aika smirked, “Crossdressing on your first day is pretty bold. Aren't you scared you'll be found out and have your social life ruined forever? I know I would if I was packing something like that. I'm surprised you aren’t walking with a limp.”

I gaped at her openly and her small grin turned shit-eating, “So what's your deal? Is it just like a fetish or something or are you hoping to get a peek into the girl's locker room for some prime whack-off material? If that's it then you better do it quick. First PE class and your little facade is going to be kaput.”

“I actually have an exemption from PE.” I said as I got over my shock, “And I am a girl. I just happen to have a little extra thanks to… extenuating circumstances.”

“Extenuating, huh? Isn't that convenient?" Aika’s eyes flashed, “And I wouldn't call that a ‘little’ extra. If most of the boys in here knew what kind of heat you're packing under that skirt, they might literally explode with jealousy.”

“And how would you know what I'm packing exactly?” I asked carefully as I flipped a page in the book, vaguely following along with the teacher's lesson up above, “I just got here today, and even though I had to go through a ton of paperwork to attend, I don't think a dickpick was part of the onboarding process.”

“I have my ways.” Aika said, idly twirling her pen as she stared down at the textbook, “And I've never been wrong before, but even I'm having a hard time believing what my eyes are telling me.”

So that was how she wanted to play it, huh? I was still really curious about how she knew I had a dick, but if she wasn't gonna tell me then maybe I could still have a bit of fun with this.

“Do you want me to prove it to you?” I asked nonchalantly. Aika's jaw clicked open and her pen fell from her fingers in shock. I smirked at her, “I’d be more than happy to give you an up close look; maybe seeing it first hand could convince you to keep quiet about it.”

Red blossomed on Aika's cheeks before, to my surprise, a sly smile slid across my face, “You really are bold. Just coming out and asking me that when we just met?”

I shrugged, “No use beating around the bush, right? You seem pretty reasonable, and I'd prefer not to have rumors spread about me on my first day. I'm not sure my non-existent reputation could take that kind of hit.”

“No it definitely couldn't. You'd be right there with the Perverted Trio when it came to your streak of eating lunch alone, and it definitely wouldn't be by choice.” Aika’s face was flushed as she gave me a considering glance, “...I guess I could do with a little convincing. Just so you know, I like to be… hands on with this sort of thing.”

The look in her eyes made it clear just what she meant, and my smirk widened, “Trust me, I don't think I'll have any problem with that.”

~~~

Other than that little incident, class was utterly uneventful. The lesson was about as interesting as the ones that I took at home, that was to say, not at all, so I guess it was a good thing I didn't come here purely to learn.

Class wrapped up a few minutes before the bell rang so we were given free reign to do what we wanted until then. Most of the other students grouped together to talk about what they did this summer or similarly inane things, and even I was caught in a conversation between several students who were curious what I did before joining Kuoh.

“...-but honestly I'm just glad to be back in Kuoh. There was literally nothing to do over there in the first place so I don't even know why I went.” I finished up my story about how my summer went, obviously leaving out a few key details.

“Your parents must have some serious cash to have a summer house like that.” Aika said, “My parents inherited our place.”

“We're pretty well off. My parents are always working and their jobs pay really well so we have money to spend. Though we save a good portion of it for when we travel, not to mention paying Miyo, our maid.”

“You have a maid!?” Issei called from a nearby desk. I glanced at him, noting that he was sitting alone. Guess his friends still hadn't gotten back from the nurse's office. Those kendo girls must have done a number on them.

He had a supremely envious look on his face and I grinned, unable to resist running salt in the wound, “I sure do, with the frilly skirt and stockings and everything. Why? Are you jealous?”

“Of course I'm jealous, you bastard!” He rose from his desk, pointing at me unashamedly, “I'd give anything to see a busty woman in maid uniform! Those tantalizing tatas bulging out of black and white silk, thick thighs wrapped in frilly white stockings, and even that little duster that elicits naughty images when held the right way–you have twenty-four seven access to the supreme male fantasy! “

His passionate words were met with a smattering of disgust from the female students and hesitant agreement from the males. I nodded, finding no flaw in his words, “Miyo does look fantastic in uniform. And she's always leaning over things and cleaning up high… You don't know what you're missing.”

Even though I was clearly fucking with him, Issei fell for the bait hook, line, and sinker. He shot up in his seat, jabbing a finger at me in masculine rage, “Argh, you bastard! Don't dangle your good fortune in front of me like that! That's just wrong man!”

The students around us were watching the exchange with equal amounts of interest and surprise. I knew I should probably keep my proclivities under wraps for a few days until I built a solid rapport with my peers, but this guy's reactions were just too funny to resist.

Just as I made to respond to his outrage, there was a gentle knock at the classroom door. Our teacher looked up from the papers she was reading over with a curious expression on her face, "You may come in.”

The door opened and my eyes widened as an utterly gorgeous girl walked in, wielding a demure smile on her face. With long black hair, purple eyes, and one of the most insane racks I had ever seen in my life, she was the kind of person that made people rubberneck just to get a better look at her when driving by on the street.

As she stepped inside however, it wasn't just her appearance I noticed. Demonic energy wafted off of her just like Tsubaki, only not quite as restrained. It filled the room with electric potential,spreading outwards from her body and brushing up against my senses like it was actively goading me.

‘Two in one day? This is a new record.’ I thought as she slipped inside the room, heralded by whispering from practically every student inside, as if she was some sort of celebrity. 

She seemingly didn't notice, giving the teacher a smile, “I'm sorry for intruding, but the Student Council needs to speak with your new student, Naomi Kanei. There was a small issue with her paperwork that needs to be cleared up.”

The teacher's confused expression morphed into a smile, “Oh, I see. Well our class is pretty much over now so you're more than welcome to take her. Miss Kanei, please follow Miss Himejima to the Student Council room.”

I nodded, standing up and gathering my limited amount of things. The girl's eyes locked onto me the moment I got to my feet, her expression analyzing as she watched me, before she became all smiles once more as I made my way over to her.

Bidding the teacher farewell, she held the door open for me, flashing me a small smile, “Thank you for coming with me. This shouldn't take more than a few minutes so don't worry about being late for your next class.”

“I hope not. I was already late to my first class; I would hate to make it a pattern.” I chuckled tensely as we made our way through the school. The girl beside me giggled and I gave her a sidelong glance, “So are you a member of the Student Council? I ran into Tsubaki earlier and she seemed nice.”

She hummed idly, “Oh no, I'm not on the Student Council. I just happened to be running an errand for them when the issue came up so they decided to kill two birds with one stone, you could say.”

Wasn't that a coincidence? I eyed the girl as we walked, taking in her perfect features and calm expression. It clearly wasn't a coincidence that one of the only Devils in school had been the one to pull me out of class so soon after I ran into another one. Tsubaki probably went back to her master and told her about me. Possible as some sort of threat.

The biggest question, and one that burned through my mind as we actually left the school building behind and walked outside, was whether or not they were willing to make good on that threat this close to the school…

I primed Abyss Eater just in case. If things were going to pop off here, I was going to make sure that everyone in the school could hear the blast.