Start in DxD as Motohama: Leveling Up in Another World-Chapter 9: Encounter with an Old Acquaintance

"Sona!"

A familiar red-haired figure entered the room.

Rias had arrived like a fierce beast, ready to fight for what was hers.

Sona quickly stood up and faced her.

"Calm down, Rias. Don't make a scene in my office."

Hearing this, Rias scoffed, her cold blue eyes meeting Sona's calm purple ones.

"Did you really just say that?"

Sona adjusted her glasses, feigning ignorance.

"What do you mean?"

Rias simply pursed her lips before sighing. She was having a rather stressful day.

"Actually, I came here to find out about the situation with the new member of the supernatural world—the second-year boy. Also, I should inform you that I have beaten up your entire nobility."

"You dare to hurt my nobility?! You're too arrogant!"

Sona's magic leaked out, a deep navy-blue aura beginning to seep from her. Even if the other party was her best friend, she was also her rival.

If Rias harmed her nobility, she wouldn't stand by idly. She would return the damage with interest.

Rias raised an amused eyebrow at Sona's reaction.

"You should calm down. You remember the rules we agreed upon, right? The fight with your nobility was purely physical—no magic was used at all, and we only left some bruises. Besides, they fought back too. It was a fair fight."

"Even so..."

Sona wanted to argue, but upon noticing Rias's piercing gaze, she remained silent. She couldn't help but feel frustrated with this spoiled brat.

"This whole problem started with you. My nobility and I only defended ourselves from your group's harassment."

Rias crossed her arms, emphasizing her chest with a falsely pitiful expression.

"..."

Sona was speechless.

She understood playing the victim, but was it necessary to flaunt those chunks of fat in front of her?! Damn cow.

A vein throbbed on Sona's forehead as she looked at Rias's chest with jealousy.

Sona couldn't help but think about how unfair the world was to her. Despite all the effort she put into maintaining a good appearance, her hard work didn't bring the rewards she wanted. She didn't want to be a cow like Rias, but she just wished she had something to show off.

"Fine, Rias. I admit I was the one who sent my nobility as a precaution. Happy now?"

She rolled her eyes. She really didn't want to argue with Rias anymore, especially when she kept flaunting her chest. She was getting the urge to slap that fat mass.

"You admit that it was your order that your nobility blocked my way into my club?"

"Yes..."

"That this was done deliberately to prevent me from contacting the second-year boy?"

"Yes..."

Rias smiled, feeling refreshed seeing Sona so defeated.

Seeing her king in trouble, Tsubaki decided to step in and save her.

"Rias, didn't you come here to learn about the second-year boy, Motohama-kun? If you and the president just argue, you won't hear what happened. Did you know that even beauty tricks didn't work on him?"

Rias sat down on the sofa and took a sip of the tea Tsubaki had served, crossing her legs. Sona sat across from Rias with a cold expression.

"Hehe, Sona got rejected? That means I still have a chance. I want to hear the details. Tsubaki, please tell me."

The excitement and disdain in Rias's tone were obvious.

Tsubaki glanced at Sona, who, upon noticing her gaze, nodded.

She had no problem letting her tell the story. From what she had seen of the new Motohama, she was sure Rias would be rejected too. At that thought, a small smile appeared on Sona's face. She was looking forward to seeing how Rias would be rejected.

Receiving Sona's approval, Tsubaki took a seat and began recounting the failed recruitment attempt.

Rias looked at Sona with a surprised expression. She didn't know what to say.

"To think you basically made him your future husband despite him not joining your nobility. I don't know whether to laugh or cry."

When the school day ended, Shinji walked through the main building's hallways, heading toward the exit.

"So, do you think you can handle it?"

"Yes! I'm excited that I'm allowed to take care of the school garden."

"Good, I'll give you the key to the rooftop. You can start tomorrow."

A teacher and a girl with peach-colored hair walked past him, engaged in conversation.

"The school rooftop... That would be a good place to hang out during break time," he murmured to himself.

"Oh, if it isn't Shinji-kun."

Hearing the familiar voice, Shinji turned around.

At school, few people knew his name. To most students, he was simply "Motohama," a member of the perverted trio.

It would take some time before he could change the perception everyone had of him.

So, for someone to call him by his name, it had to be someone who knew him beyond what he had shown at school.

An incredibly beautiful woman with sexy, long black hair reaching her hips, bangs falling to the right side with two ahoges, green eyes, a beauty mark below her left eye, round red glasses, an earring in her left ear, and a voluptuous figure smiled at him.

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"O-Oh... h-hello, Chisato-san."

Shinji couldn't help but feel nervous standing in front of her. After all, Chisato was practically family to him.

She was an acquaintance of his grandfather. She had lived in his grandfather's house when Shinji was younger. She was one of the few people who appreciated and cared for him despite his behavior.

However, after an incident, their relationship had become somewhat tense.

"I see you've changed a lot physically. I suppose you've grown into a man."

Chisato smiled slightly as her green eyes studied Motohama's entire body.

Shinji smiled awkwardly. He didn't know how to deal with the woman in front of him. Many complex emotions welled up in his heart.

"About what happened back then... I... I want to apologize. What I did wasn't right."

Chisato looked at Shinji with a gentle smile. She stepped closer to the embarrassed Shinji and wrapped him in her arms, pressing his face against her chest.

"You don't have to worry. That kind of thing is normal for boys your age. I'm not mad."

She began stroking his hair lovingly.

"To me, Shinji-kun is someone precious and important. I would never be angry over something so small."

Shinji found himself at a crossroads. Although her words lifted a weight off his shoulders, he could feel a certain part of his body reacting to the stimulation she was giving him.

The scent of her hair, her touch, the warmth of her chest—it was all so overwhelming that he couldn't help but feel hot.

He needed to keep his mind rational.

"B-but, back then... why did you leave?"

He asked, looking intensely into her eyes. He had always felt guilty about her departure.

Chisato, seeing the concern in Shinji's eyes, felt warmth in her chest. Her expression shifted to a bitter one.

"I had to deal with some issues from my past at that time. Sorry for not telling you."

Shinji understood that she didn't want to talk about it from her expression. His hands moved to Chisato's back, hugging her as he buried his tearful eyes into her chest.

"It doesn't matter. What's important is that you're here. I missed you."

Chisato smiled.

"Shinji-kun, even though I want to make up for lost time too, I have to remind you that we're still at school. Several students are watching us."

Hearing Chisato's words, Shinji reluctantly pulled away from her and quickly noticed the gossiping students watching them with flushed faces.

When the students saw Shinji's cold glare, they hurried on their way while murmuring among themselves.

Chisato simply smiled at this.

"Well..."

Shinji turned to Chisato. Now that they had reconciled, he really wanted to talk to her about many things. At the same time, he knew he would have to explain his recent transformation.

"Would you like to grab something to eat with me? There's a good sushi restaurant nearby."

Shinji nodded. He really wanted to spend time with Chisato.

What would he do if she asked about his drastic change?

He'd just make up a story or something. What mattered now was that he had regained an important relationship in his life.

Chisato gathered her things and changed clothes. The two walked out of the school under the gaze of some students. Ignoring the nosy onlookers, they chatted and joked happily.

It didn't take even half an hour before they arrived at the restaurant. Upon entering, they were greeted by a young man wearing a waiter's uniform.

The young man had blond hair and golden eyes. Looking at him, Shinji noticed that he wasn't entirely Asian. On his chest was a name tag that read "Daniel."

The waiter, noticing Shinji's curious gaze, smiled.

"Is something wrong, sir?"

"Sorry if I made you uncomfortable by staring. Can I ask you a question?"

"Of course."

"You're not fully Asian, are you?"

The young man seemed slightly uncomfortable before answering.

"That's right. My mother is Asian, and my father is Latin American."

Shinji looked at the young man and smiled. Before reincarnating, he had also been a Latin American youth. But ever since his reincarnation, he had only seen Asian people, so encountering someone similar—even if not from the same world—made him feel nostalgic.

"I see."

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Shinji looked at him and spoke in Spanish.

"Chambea duro, hermano." (Work hard, brother.)

The young man stared at Shinji in shock before laughing and nodding.

Chisato watched their exchange with curiosity.

"I'll take you to your table."

The young man seemed more cheerful now. He started exchanging a few words in Spanish with Shinji, who responded with equal enthusiasm. When they arrived at the table, the young man excused himself.

When Shinji looked at Chisato, he noticed that she was pouting.

"Sorry, it was the first time I could speak one of the many languages I learned from Grandpa with someone else."

Seeing that he was genuinely apologetic, Chisato forgave him with a slight smile.

"But from now on, all your attention will be on me."

Shinji nodded firmly.

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Clarification:

First: Many may wonder about Motohama's behavior with women who are not part of DxD. Well, that's because he isn't an ultra-fan of anime and has only seen a few, so he doesn't recognize them from other series. He is familiar with the plot of DxD, but not with the rest.

Second: Shinmai Maou no Testament is not part of the story. It's just our beloved doctor Chisato and another character I won't mention.