Koneko Moves In / Arthur's Cat
Hearing Rias's words, Arthur subconsciously reached out and ruffled the hair of the Koneko Toujou beside him, smiling as he said, "This is just payment!"
Feeling Arthur's gentle head pat, Koneko Toujou subconsciously narrowed her eyes, revealing a look of enjoyment.
However, Rias was quite jealous of the intimacy between the two.
Is it just payment?
This scene makes it seem like you're the Koneko's owner, doesn't it?!
As the owner of Koneko Toujou, Rias knows her familiars very well.
Ever since Kuroka Toujou became the "Stray Devil," her Koneko hasn't shown that expression.
From her expression and eyes, it was clear that the Koneko was very dependent on the boy in front of her.
It seems that it's just as Akeno Himejima said.
Her own Koneko had probably already developed a great fondness for the boy in front of her.
Thinking of this, Rias couldn't help but sigh, feeling a pang of sadness in her heart.
It was a feeling of emptiness, like losing something precious.
But at the same time, she was also happy that Koneko Toujou had found someone she liked.
This conflicting feeling left Rias with mixed emotions.
Then, as if she had thought of something, she looked up at Arthur across from her and asked, "Arthur, is it alright if I call you that?"
"No problem." Arthur nodded slightly.
"In exchange, you can just call me Rias." Rias smiled sweetly and continued, "Judging by your age, you should be in the training phase, right?"
Arthur Pendragon!
As Arthur said, it was too loud.
Despite not knowing much about these descendants of heroes, Rias subconsciously regarded Arthur as a noble of the same rank.
A superhuman like him, coming to this country must be for training, just like her.
"You can think of me as a tourist here," Arthur said slowly, seemingly sensing Rias's concerns. "I'm just a human, and I haven't joined any faction yet."
"Then would you like to come and experience campus life?" Rias understood Arthur's meaning. While impressed by the boy's reaction, she finally let go of her hidden hostility.
So, with a sweet smile, she extended an invitation to Arthur.
"..."
Rias's words caused a glint to appear in the beautiful eyes of Koneko Toujou and Akeno Himejima.
Even the Koneko Toujou had put down her snacks, grabbed Arthur's sleeves with both hands, and looked at him expectantly with her beautiful golden eyes.
It seems she wants him to agree!
Akeno Himejima, too, unconsciously licked her red lips, her eyes gently pursed.
However, Arthur's next move disappointed them all.
"Forget it, this kind of life isn't for me." Arthur reached out and ruffled the Koneko Toujou's head, as if to comfort it, and said, "But I'll be staying in this town for the time being."
"That's such a pity," Rias said regretfully, then stood up and extended her smooth, jade-like hand to Arthur again, saying with genuine delight, "But it's a pleasure to meet you, Arthur!"
Arthur stood up, took Rias's small hand, and said with a soft laugh, "Me too, Rias!"
During their brief time together, Arthur got to know the Occult Research Club and successfully intervened in the historical storm that was on the right track.
A butterfly flapping its wings can stir up a storm.
Chapter 390 The Koneko That Moved In
(Third update! There will be another update today!)
Arthur didn't stay in the Occult Research Club for long; he left Kuoh Academy after the morning school bell rang.
In a spacious room of the old school building, members of the Occult Research Club gathered together.
"Yuuto, you were really rude just now."
Rias, whose seat had changed from a sofa back to a leather chair, rested her chin on her hands, her beautiful eyes fixed on Kiba Yuuto standing in front of her, and said with a slight frown.
"I'm sorry, I've embarrassed you!" Kiba Yuuto bowed slightly to Rias and apologized again.
Looking at her "knight," Rias recalled his experiences and couldn't help but sigh, saying helplessly, "Never mind, it's not your fault!"
Rias seemed to remember something, then turned her gaze to Koneko Toujou not far away and asked, "Koneko, did you already know Arthur's name?"
"Yes, Senior said it himself." Koneko Toujou nodded slightly and said so.
"Is he the owner of Sacred Gear?" A hint of anticipation appeared in Rias's beautiful eyes.
"... I don't know either." Koneko Toujou thought for a while, recalling Arthur's superb physical skills and the ability to grant her incredible power, but she wasn't sure if it was Sacred Gear.
Akeno Himejima also fell into deep thought, the image of Arthur descending to earth subconsciously appearing in her mind.
In the end, he didn't say anything!
Seeing Koneko Toujou deep in thought, Rias's anticipation only grew stronger, and she asked, "Has he ever used a sword?"
"..."
These words immediately made Kiba Yuuto had been bowing, straighten up and turn his gaze to Koneko Toujou.
Arthur Pendragon!
The great king in Celtic Mythology, the wielder of the "Holy Sword Excalibur".
This legendary King's Sword was destroyed on the battlefield, eventually breaking into several fragments, which were then used by those with ulterior motives to create the "Holy Sword Project".
Kiba Yuuto was one of the victims of the "Holy Sword Project".
Therefore, he harbored a deep hatred for the "Holy Sword Excalibur" and dreamed of destroying those fragments of the Holy Sword.
The name Arthur stirred up his memories, and even Rias subconsciously thought about it.
As a descendant of the ancient King Arthur, could he inherit one of the fragments of the Holy Sword?
"No!" In response to Rias's question, Koneko Toujou answered decisively, "Senpai is incredibly strong, unbelievably strong!"
"But he has never used sword-like weapons!"
"Is that so? It seems this descendant of a hero has taken an unconventional approach."
Rias fell into deep thought, naturally without doubting the truthfulness of Koneko Toujou's words.
A hint of disappointment, followed by a sense of relief, flashed across Kiba Yuuto's eyes.
The room fell silent.
Rias rested her chin on her hands, seemingly deep in thought.
Akeno Himejima was cleaning the tea utensils.
The Koneko Toujou was still eating its snacks.
Kiba Yuuto, on the other hand, remained motionless.
After a long silence, Rias's expression seemed to indicate that she had made a decision. She suddenly looked up at Koneko Toujou and said, "Koneko, I have a task for you."
As the Koneko Toujou cast a questioning glance, Rias smiled and said, "Why don't you move in with Arthur and stay there permanently?"
"Whoosh--"
The moment the words left his mouth, two young girls in the room flashed a sharp glint in their beautiful eyes.
The moment the words left his mouth, two young girls in the room flashed a sharp glint in their beautiful eyes.
Koneko Toujou's surprise was undisguised, while the other was Akeno Himejima had her back to Rias and Koneko Toujou.
The act of wiping away the gaps had stopped at some point.
Seeing her Koneko's delighted expression, Rias continued with her smile, "However, you'll be tasked with monitoring Arthur! We didn't know his identity before, but now that this descendant of a hero has come to my territory, even though his attitude is friendly, a period of surveillance is still necessary."
"Since he's your customer, this surveillance task is assigned to you."
"How about it, can you do it, Koneko!"
"Leave it to me, Minister!"
Koneko Toujou's resolute voice echoed in the room.
Night fell, and the earth slept.
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The night, after its hustle and bustle, will eventually come to an end with the laughter and chatter.
Apart from the cool breeze blowing gently, there was only the occasional bark of a dog.
Perhaps a rare motorcycle gang is passing by, or perhaps a drunkard is venting his frustrations on society...
The neon lights were flashing, but the lights in every household were gradually being turned off.
It's 11 PM!
The surrounding houses had all turned off their lights, except for that enviable luxury villa, which still had its lights on.
"Knock knock--"
The knocking was quite loud in the quiet night.
As the door opened, dazzling lights streamed out, illuminating a petite figure.
"Perverted senior, you're too slow..."
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The Koneko Toujou had a cool voice, unusually tinged with a hint of resentment.
"Why are you here? And what's this...?" Arthur, dressed in his pajamas, looked at Koneko Toujou with a puzzled expression.
"Snort!"
The Koneko Toujou didn't answer. After letting out a cold snort, she picked up her suitcase, which was as tall as her, and walked past Arthur into the villa.
Arthur closed the door, put his hands in his belt, and walked back to the living room.
The Koneko Toujou was sitting on the sofa looking sullen, holding a snack that it had somehow found and was munching on it with gritted teeth.
"Okay, okay... don't be angry, I'm just surprised." Arthur sat sideways on the armrest of the sofa, reached out and ruffled Koneko Toujou's shoulder-length silver hair, looked at the suitcase in front of him, and said with a slight smile, "I'd be very happy if Koneko moved in."
The Koneko Toujou, who had been looking sullen, suddenly smiled as she ate potato chips, her anger turning into joy.
"Senior, here..." She turned to the side, holding a potato chip with two slender fingers, and handed it to Arthur.
In response, Arthur lowered his head, opened his mouth, and ate the potato chips that were handed to him.
"Pop..."
Before he could even chew, a warm sensation pressed against him.
The Koneko Toujou seized the opportunity to kiss Arthur, then stood up with a joyful expression, put down the snacks in its hand, picked up its suitcase, and went upstairs.
Arthur, hands on his hips, smiled and followed behind.
Chapter 391 Arthur's Cat
The second hand is ticking, while the minute hand moves like a snail.
As the clock hands moved faster and slower, they finally reached the number 12.
24:00 at night is midnight on the next day.
Arthur sat on the soft Simmons mattress, his back against the hard headboard, his long legs crossed and propped up, a book in his hand, absorbed in the knowledge within.
"Click--"
Just then, the sound of the bedroom door opening came from behind.