The Banquet Begins / Koneko and Kuroka

When Arthur and Rias entered the living room, they were immediately met with teasing from Akeno Himejima.

His tone was teasing, his eyes were playful, and he looked at the two of them with a gossipy gaze.

When she saw Rias clinging to Arthur's arm, Akeno Himejima instantly understood.

Sitting on the sofa, Koneko Toujou couldn't help but show a jealous expression, clearly understanding what was going on.

Aisa, sitting alone on the sofa, had an innocent look on her face.

"Father and Mother, and Grayfia and Brother... Where have they all gone?" Rias ignored the "Queen's" teasing and didn't care about Koneko Toujou's jealousy. From now on, she was Arthur's fiancée.

"May 10th" means that whoever wins Arthur's favor before her will be subordinate to her.

With her heart at ease, Rias is both Haki and decisive.

She glanced around the living room and, noticing neither her parents nor Grayfia, turned to the seemingly insignificant maid standing not far away and asked a question.

"Miss Rias, the master and the others have gone to entertain the distinguished guests from Western European Mythology," the maid who was being questioned replied with a slight bow.

"Western European Mythology? Is it because of the Khaos Brigade's terrorist attack?" Rias was slightly taken aback, but quickly realized what was going on. Connecting it to the terrorist attack at the Kuoh Academy, she instantly understood the purpose of the Western European Mythology's arrival.

"Yes, Lord Sirzechs has instructed that there will be many distinguished guests visiting in the coming days, so he will be unable to visit the 'King of Knights' for the time being!" The maid added, "However, the 'King of Knights' is the young lady's future husband, so please make yourself at home here."

"It seems the Horrific attack by the Khaos Brigade has put other forces on edge." Rias completely ignored the maid's last sentence, releasing Arthur's arm and muttering to herself while rubbing her chin.

Arthur ignored all that. He walked over to the sofa, sat down, picked up the jealous Koneko Toujou and placed her on his lap. He pinched her cheeks and began to comfort the Koneko who had lost his embrace the night before and must have had trouble sleeping.

The Koneko Toujou, who was not angry to begin with, quickly lost its jealous expression under Arthur's petting skills, and instead showed a look of enjoyment, rubbing against Arthur in its true form.

"Well then, for the next few days, let's treat it as a trip and relax!" Rias said, sitting down next to Arthur and crossing her legs elegantly.

The matter of the Khaos Brigade is no longer something she, as a High-Class Devil, can interfere with.

That's something her brother needs to worry about!

The next few days unfolded exactly as the maid had predicted.

Although Arthur wasn't paying attention, he sensed increasingly powerful fluctuations occurring in Gremory's territory.

Aside from his first day there, Arthur never saw the Gremory couple, Sirzechs, Grayfia, or the other three again.

It's like living in a villa in the real world, enjoying a leisurely life every day.

However, in some ways, this trip to the Demon World was quite fruitful.

First, his relationship with the Koneko Toujou has taken a step further.

First, his relationship with the Koneko Toujou has taken a step further.

After spending several months together, the Koneko, who had been cared for by him, had learned to serve her owner.

During his few days at the Gremory Ducal House, Arthur resumed rigorous training of the Koneko Toujou after a long hiatus.

The diligent Koneko's clumsy skills improved rapidly. She not only knew how to flatter and seduce, but also how to seize the right moment to change her clothes, matching them with her cat ears and tail. Each time, Arthur would reward her with an expensive drink or a priceless face mask, making her look very happy.

In the evenings, he would cultivate a transformative relationship with Rias, who had broken down that barrier.

Occasionally, she and the irresistible Akeno Himejima engage in a secret cultivation of their relationship, living the life of a true winner in life.

However, this kind of life, which can easily lead to decadence, is very short-lived.

A few days later, Arthur played with the Koneko Toujou for an afternoon, then returned to Rias's room for a nap.

Finally, she was woken up by Rias at night.

You don't look well. Are you completely drained?

Inside the bathroom, Arthur stood under the showerhead, letting Rias scrub his back from behind.

Hearing Rias's teasing, Arthur smiled slightly and said, "You can try it tonight."

"Let's try it!" Rias pressed down on Arthur's back without fear, pushing him up and down, and taunted him with a smile, "I'm a demon!"

After saying that, Rias suddenly stopped, put her arms around Arthur's waist, and whispered, "Hey... Arthur, would you like to become my familiar?"

I... don't want to lose you!

Human lifespan is very short, which is a common concern.

While mythical creatures like demons, Fallen Angels, and angels aren't immortal, living for thousands of years is entirely possible.

Rias didn't want to lose Arthur after a hundred years; she wanted to spend the rest of her life with Arthur.

So, ever since she became Arthur's woman a few days ago, she had been thinking about making Arthur her confidant.

Arthur understood her thoughts, so he turned around and hugged the girl who had a mature figure beyond her years, pressed her against the wall covered in moisture, lifted one of her legs, and entered the battlefield again.

While launching a fierce attack, Arthur lowered his eyes and chuckled softly, saying, "I will not die, Rias."

"... Hmm?" Rias's breathing quickened as she looked at Arthur with a puzzled expression.

"Everyone dies eventually, but I won't! All you need to know is..." Arthur bit Rias's earlobe and whispered, "Unless I'm killed in battle, I won't be killed by time... Your worries are completely unnecessary."

"Mmm..." Rias replied with a nasal tone, it was unclear whether she truly believed it or was simply overwhelmed by that feeling and had temporarily forgotten it.

Chapter 457 The Banquet Begins

It was an hour and a half before Arthur and Rias came out.

The two took a bath and then dressed in various gorgeous clothes.

Arthur, unusually dressed in pure white knight's attire, and Rias, in a red gown, exuded a noble and elegant air.

Upon entering the living room, Akeno Himejima, Koneko Toujou, and Aisa were already waiting there.

Akeno Himejima changed into a black dress, while Koneko Toujou and Aisa wore simpler white outfits.

"Let's go!" Rias said with a smile to her family, linking arms with Arthur.

The group of five, led by a maid, began to move towards a hall.

The so-called auditorium is still inside this huge building!

This building is indeed a colossal structure, no less than a castle.

After following the maid for a long time, turning countless corners, Arthur and his party of five finally arrived at a long corridor covered with a red carpet.

At the end of the long corridor is a door leading to the auditorium.

During this time, Arthur and his group of five encountered quite a few 'people'.

It's less a 'human' and more a demon.

Moreover, angels and Fallen Angels were also present, with figures from all three factions appearing.

Once inside the auditorium, the number of people from the three factions increased significantly.

However, the majority of the demons are here, after all, this is the Demon World.

At such gatherings, conflict is inevitable.

It's perfectly normal for the younger generation of demons to fight or argue over something.

In Arthur's perception, scenes of fighting were taking place in several corners of the vast auditorium.

Some people watched from the sidelines, while others stepped forward to stop the fight, making it more intense, or they used their superior strength to force both sides to obediently stop.

Since the high-ranking figures have not yet appeared, this auditorium is temporarily serving as an exchange meeting for the younger generation.

"You've finally arrived!"

Not long after Arthur and his group of five arrived at the hall, two beautiful figures came into their view.

Then, Shiki Sona Sitri, dressed in a sky-blue off-the-shoulder dress and wearing glasses, walked over with Shinra Tsubaki, who was almost always by her side.

Holding one or two glasses of red wine, she first sized up Arthur, who was dressed in knight's attire, then glanced at Rias, who was holding Arthur's arm, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her beautiful purple eyes.

He handed a glass of red wine to Rias Sona Sitri, "Congratulations!"

"Thank you!" Understanding the meaning behind her words, Rias released her arms from Arthur's, accepted the red wine offered, clinked glasses with him, and responded with a smile.

"Greetings, Your Majesty the King of Knights."

After greeting Rias, Sona Sitri high-heeled cup in her hand to Shinra Tsubaki next to her, placed her hands on her abdomen, bowed slightly to Arthur, and said in a quiet yet elegant manner.

Since the name Arthur spread, the "King Arthur (King of Knights)" from another world has become known throughout the world.

Especially with Arthur Pendragon and the "Holy Sword Excalibur" as witnesses, everyone who knew Arthur changed their way of addressing him.

When welcoming him, Grayfia addressed him directly as "King of Knights".

King Arthur, a title for a great king!

But that also represents the title of King who controls Britain. Arthur is "King Arthur (King of Knights)" from another world, so calling him "King Arthur" is a bit inappropriate.

Therefore, he is known as the "King of Knights".

"Good evening!" Arthur nodded slightly in response to Sona Sitri's greeting.

"Yo... Rias, it's been a long time!"

Before they could continue chatting, a loud voice suddenly caught Arthur and the others' attention.

A tall man, exuding a wild aura, walked towards them.

A person's aura can reveal their strength!

But only those who have been through countless battles or whose strength is at the pinnacle can possess such insight.

Arthur was one of those who possessed this insight.

The man in front of me had a very unique aura.

So unique that Arthur has only been seen in two other people!

One is Hyoudou Isshin, and the other is Vali.

Without Arthur's arrival, these two would have been the weakest and strongest "Red Dragon Emperor" and "White Dragon Emperor" in history. (527)

They are all owners of "Longinus"!

Clearly, if Arthur wasn't mistaken, the man in front of him was also a possessor of a "Longinus".

"His name is Sella Baal, he's my cousin! And he's also the No. 1 among the younger generation of demons!" Rias whispered in Arthur's ear.

As the man walked ahead, Rias nodded slightly and replied, "Long time no see, Sella!"

"Is this the 'King of Knights' who is famous throughout the three realms?" Clearly, Sella Baal's goal was not to catch up with Rias, but to set his sights on Arthur.

After greeting Rias, his gaze sharpened as he fixed it on Arthur, a wild smile playing on his lips, "He's quite good-looking, but I wonder if his strength is as rumored!"

"I've heard you possess a divine sword capable of instantly destroying other dimensions, as well as the legendary 'Holy Sword Excalibur,' and you're also the strongest in history, possessing the most Divine Artifacts —the 'Red Dragon Emperor'!" Sella Baal made no attempt to conceal the fighting spirit in his eyes. "I really want to test my skills against you in the Rating Game!"

Chapter 458 The Koneko and Kuroka

Sella Baal, the heir of the Great King Baal Clan, whose status is second only to the four great Demon Kings, is one of the four Uranus of the new generation of demons, and is also the No.1 among the new generation.

Although he was born into the Baal family, he did not inherit the Baal family's ancestral Power of Destruction, which is in stark contrast to Demon King, who became the Sirzechs King and inherited the title of Lucifer by virtue of the Power of Destruction.

Such a background, especially as the son of the chieftain, naturally caused the Baal family to lose face. Both he and his mother were regarded as a disgrace to the family.

Surrounded by ridicule and bullied by his peers, Sella Baal subjected himself to rigorous training from a young age.

In order to become strong, he aspired to become Demon King like Sirzechs, creating a world where dreams could be realized regardless of family background, as long as one had the strength.

After undergoing almost fanatical training, he returned to House Baal after his mother's death, defeated his half-brother Magdaran, reclaimed the position of overlord of House Baal, and even gained the support of some upper-class nobles.

Finally, he tamed the "Lion King's Battle-Axe" from the thirteen "Longinus," gradually becoming the No. 1 of the new generation of demons.

His successful comeback would be the perfect protagonist template in a novel.

However, his childhood experiences also fostered a battle maniac nature very similar to that of Vali.

At least in his eyes, strength is the only proof of everything.

Arthur completely disregarded Sella Baal's provocation.

The gap between them is just too big!