Chapter 63: Passive? No Way. I’ll Be the One Taking the Lead!
After fully adjusting to the new power coursing through her, Himejima Akeno slowly turned her sharp gaze toward Shin Akira.
Her eyes burned with determination and a bold resolve that made Akira tense up without realizing it.
He wasn't sure why, but his instincts were screaming—Akeno was planning something... unusual.
"As I thought," she said calmly, "I just can't bring myself to hand you over to Rias that easily."
"Eh? Isn't that a little too sudden of a change? Wasn't it just a few days ago that you said the exact opposite?"
"I haven't changed."
"…Alright then, if you say so."
"That's why I've made an important decision."
"…What kind of decision?"
"That I'll steal your first time... before Rias gets the chance."
The moment those words left her lips, Akeno's nightgown slid gently to the floor.
She was only sixteen, but her figure already surpassed that of most grown women—mature, curvaceous, and absolutely stunning.
Especially in one particular department—her [102 cm] bust even exceeded Rias Gremory's [99 cm].
Although, to be fair, Rias had the edge in overall balance and elegance.
"W-Wait… aren't lines like that supposed to come from guys?"
"Well, Akira-kun, it's because you never make a move. I've given you so many signals, and yet you've done nothing. So this time… I'll take the initiative."
"H-Hey—!"
"I didn't hear anything~"
Before he could react, Akeno—now down to her underwear—leapt into Akira's arms. His mind instantly went blank.
This... this was insane. How did he, of all people, end up being pounced on!?
A man like him, getting overpowered like this—he couldn't let that slide!
However...
In the blink of an eye, the tide turned. Though Akeno had seemed in control at first, she now found herself cradled tightly in Akira's arms.
Just when she thought the moment would stop like always... Akira lifted her up bridal-style and walked confidently toward one of the nearby rooms.
The mansion had many guest rooms, each well-kept and spotless thanks to the staff, so there was no issue of cleanliness or comfort.
"Akira-kun~"
"You're the one who started this… so don't blame me if I decide not to hold back. From now on, leave everything to me, Akeno."
"Of course. Everything I am... is yours."
Her soft voice and warm breath mingled in the air between them.
As the door closed gently behind them, Akira laid Akeno down on the bed.
His gaze met her flushed face—not one of embarrassment, but a passionate longing that had been held back for far too long.
Akira reached out and gently touched her cheek. He didn't say a word. He didn't need to. Their eyes said everything.
It was Akeno who moved first—her fingers reaching up to his chest, slowly undoing the buttons of his shirt one by one, her hands trembling ever so slightly. Every motion was filled with emotion, as if she were engraving each moment into her memory.
"…You're really handsome, Akira-kun," she whispered, almost as if afraid the words would vanish if she said them too loud.
Akira responded with a kiss—deep, slow, and tender. Their lips met and moved in sync, unhurried yet intense. The air between them grew warmer, heavy with anticipation.
Akeno let out a soft sound as Akira's kisses traveled from her lips to her neck and shoulder. Her skin tingled wherever he touched, her fingers clutching tightly at the sheets beneath her. Whimpers slipped from her mouth, light and filled with emotion.
"A-Akira…"
Their bodies pressed against each other without a single barrier. Every brush of skin sparked the fire they'd both been keeping inside for so long. No words were needed now—just quiet breaths and loving gazes.
That night, they didn't just share a physical connection.
They shared their hearts.
In that still, silent room, time seemed to slow—granting space for the two of them to express their feelings completely.
As the night deepened, the only sounds left were their breath and the steady rhythm of their hearts.
And in the dark, Akeno held Akira's hand tightly, whispering with quiet sincerity—
"…Thank you... for choosing me."
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The night passed in silence, but for them, it marked a turning point—one they'd never forget.
In that one night, a young girl was gone—and in her place stood a grown woman.
It had been a first time for both of them. At an age burning with passion and emotion, especially for someone like Akira—whose body carried traces of Dragon Factor from the presence of Boosted Gear, the Red Dragon Emperor—such intensity was almost impossible to contain.
Just like Hyoudou Issei in the original story, Akira too needed to occasionally release that "dragon energy" to maintain physical and mental balance.
If he wanted to, he could even form a direct contract with Ddraig and fully transform into a dragon.
But so far, he wasn't ready to give up his humanity.
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As the morning sun filtered through the curtains, Akeno Himejima slowly opened her eyes.
Her gaze fell upon the sleeping face beside her, and as she felt the lingering soreness in her body… a gentle smile formed on her lips.
Mother… I've finally found someone I can truly rely on.
What she did last night—it was her way of letting go.
Because deep down, a part of her still doubted whether Akira could really win the upcoming Rating Game against Riser Phenex and his entire peerage.
He was planning to take them all on alone.
If the worst were to happen… then at the very least, she wanted a memory she'd never regret.
"You're smiling to yourself this early in the morning…"
Akira's voice drifted lazily from the side of the bed. Turns out he had been awake for a while, just pretending to sleep.
"Did I wake you?"
"Not really. I've been up... just didn't feel like moving."
"…Thank you, darling~"
Akeno beamed and gave him a gentle kiss on the cheek.
Akira stayed quiet for a moment. Was this... what being in love felt like?
Even the morning air seemed sweet like honey.
Suddenly, there was a knock at the door.
Knock, knock—
The two of them froze.
This room was deep inside the mansion—no one was supposed to know they were here.
"Ssshh…"
Akeno tried to sit up, but the lingering soreness from last night stopped her. She groaned softly and fell back into the pillows.
Akira gently hushed her and said, "Let me handle it. Just rest for today."
"Mm… okay."
Surrounded by his warmth, Akeno felt truly protected.
Maybe this... was what it meant to be cared for by a man.
Akira quickly dressed and headed for the door.
When he opened it, standing there was none other than Koneko Tōjou.
"…Pervert-senpai."
"Eh!? K-Koneko!? Weren't you super sweet to me yesterday!?"
"Degenerate."
Her face was flushed red, but her words came out flat and merciless.
Akira could only stare, speechless.
How did my reputation crash this fast...!?
"I brought clothes for Akeno-senpai. Buchou asked me to deliver them."
"Eh… you guys knew she was here?"
Akira regretted asking the moment the words left his mouth.
There weren't many residents in this mansion. It wouldn't take a genius to figure it out.
"This morning, Buchou found Akeno-senpai's nightgown lying in the garden. I already knew you were a perv, but I didn't think… you'd be this impatient."
Her voice wasn't loud, but just clear enough to reach the room inside.
Akeno's face turned crimson, all the way to her ears.
She'd completely forgotten—she had left her clothes in the garden last night. And now... everyone knew.
"Ugh... Koneko-chan, it's not what you think. We didn't… I mean, not that quickly…"
"Pervert-senpai, I never said anything. You're the one who brought it up."
Koneko handed the clothes to Akira and turned to leave without another word.
But as she walked away, her expression darkened. She glanced down at her small frame and muttered to herself in silence—
Compared to Akeno-senpai… I'm still so far behind.
Meanwhile, Akira stepped back into the room, clothes in hand.
On the bed, Akeno had buried herself under the covers—too embarrassed to come out.
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