"Breathe, breathe....slowly....there you go..."

Did an apocalypse break out? There wasn't any bystander passing by for about 2 minutes now. Surely something went wrong. It's broad daylight and how come no one has noticed a bleeding boy out on the streets?!

"Home....." He blurted, timidly "....bed....."

A great dread took over, because what would happen if his health reaches 0? Will death guide him to the afterlife? Will he be at a place of no return? Elms experienced death once...it was quiet. Dead. Empty. Dark. No air to breathe. No sound could be made, not even the big bang can cause a tiny little sound wave. The fact he was alone at that day was scary, cause think about it; he lost his girlfriend, abandoned again, lived alone to fend off any strangers, backstabbed by his best friend.

"Hey, you aren't looking so good. Human, human, human~, what are you carrying to emit this much aura?"

"Crap.....why isn't the sun hitting on me....?" Ethan joked as a pair of huge breasts covered the sky "fuck...now I'm a pervert like that guy...."

Ehhh, in comparison you have a lot more decency than Issei Hyodo has. From my judgement, he's gonna assault every female with that personality of his ~(Elle)

"Hmhm. A cute looking human left on the road. *sigh* where do you live?" She asked, drinking a bottle of beer

Can I trust her? ~(Ethan)

It's her. In case you didn't know this, but she's a Youkai. Part of a big family of Oni's. Her name is Alissa Ouga, back then, she wasn't this much of a carefree women who never drank. You should've seen her personality during the great war but overall...she is a okay women in my book. Oh and if you plan of having a women by your side, I'd go with her. Just defeat her in a 1 on 1 fight and you'll be set...or defeat her in a drinking game, whichever you prefer. But be warned, her family will go haywire once the news breaks out that their daughter is engaged to a human - sorry, should I say a human touching her even if there's consent? ~(Ian)

So her family is racist towards humans then? That's exactly what I'm hearing ~(Ethan)

Yeah. That institution is correct ~(Elle)

"It's....just 10 minutes from here....at east...." He guides her to his small house

You wanna say it or not? Once she drops you off, there's no chance you'll ever get ~(Elle)

".....thank you....." Ethan cracked a small smile, showing how grateful he is

"Hehehe! Not like you expect anything in return." She said, reminding herself doing the goods for people...but they wanted something in return. Her body or a chance to become her bride so their status can rise and become a noble "what brings you here. Lying on the ground, I mean."

"....heard of strays? That's why." He replied very weakly

"Hmm. Are you part of a family? Is that why you're removing their heads?" She questioned as she turned around the corner

".....I was orphaned. I get what you mean but....on family side, none."

"Oh. I'm sorry. I didn't know."

"Tis alright. How were you supposed to know a human's past when you just met them? You know what's funny?" Elms chuckles

"Mm?"

"At this area....3 years ago, there was this girl crying. And uh, I didn't know what was going on - because she's crying you know? I went up to her to see what was the problem: 'hey lady, why are you crying?' I asked her in a gentle voice. She immediately stopped and looked at me deadpanned, like I did something wrong and all. 'You're supposed to know why a pretty lady like me is crying'....*sighs* my brain just lost cells hearing that comment. 'I-i barely know you. How am I, a stranger who you just met, needs to know your reasoning of crying?' I questioned her logic with that answer and she went on to say how us men are rapist for approaching a defenseless woman and taking advantage of them. I understand there are cases of men doing that but come on...you gotta look at the bigger picture here lady. 'You can't just assume that all men do it. If so, it's probably because those women were really wanted', apparently that was a roast towards her. She began hitting and cursing at me because of it. The citizens came to help break it up and the women accused me of sexually assaulting her, saying how I took advantage of her crying without any evidence. But the people didn't buy it, so they took her to the police to show actual evidence of the fight, and soon arrested her for child endangerment." Ethan went on to tell a story

"What was her reasoning of crying?" The women asked

"Her fat - CAT! I totally meant to say cat! Her cat went missing around the neighborhood. The cat had a few black dots around its body, visibly displayed on top of its white fur, had green eyes, tired and friendly. The cat is about 4 years old. And the funny thing is: that exact same cat is sleeping inside my house, by the sunlight, waiting for me. He completely grown on me and mistaken me as his new owner."

"You have a cat?!" She seemed excited about it

"Yeah. I named him Coco as a joke but it grew on me."

"Where is he!?" Alyssa has an addict towards petting animals she lovesim

"He usually hangs out with other cats when I'm not at home, so maybe around the neighborhood. He's a good boy."

"Isn't that saying supposed to be used on dogs?" She said, turning her head over to him in disgust

"It doesn't always have to be dogs. I use it on cats as well. Hey...see that orange and white striped cat?"

"Yeah. Did it commit a crime? Is that why you're pointing it out?" Alyssa joked about how could a cute fuzzy animal can do such a dangerous act

"No. That is Fuku. A good girl when given affection. Hey girl...did you miss me?" Ethan chuckles as the cat landed on him, only to purr and nuzzle against his cheek "awww, don't look at me like that. I promise I'll get better after a good night sleep. She tends to meow whenever she see someone she loves gets a scratch."

"Is this cat island in disguise? Why are there so many cute cats!!" Alyssa wanted to pet Fuku but can't. Thanks to Ethan's injured body "ooh! Ooh! Who's that??"

"Shiro. Lovely cat who wants to sleep on my arms. Be careful, it'll attack if you dig your finger into his ears."

Then he listed every cat Alyssa wanted to know, all from skinny to fat cats. Alongside a few dogs wandering around without a owner, but not to worry though. Cats are with them to guide them back if they ever get lost. Sure cat people say 'they're cute but sleazy devils who wants attention. They aren't loyal as dogs!'. True.

(had a dog before, not a cat back then. My dog was rare for me anyways: a white German shepherd/Golden Retriever mix. You should've seen him. Such a good boy. But friends of mine had cats. A couple of friends had multiple, another had 1.)

But you need to look at a bigger picture. To get a loyal cat, raise it well, tend its fur, stay by there side, pet it, make them feel comfortable and safe around you, teach it some basic manners, and make sure to feed them well.

"Ooh! And that one?" Alyssa pointed out to a unique cat "so black! The others have been brighter but this one!"

"Hmm. Never came across this one. Oh well......"

"......"

"....are you....are you gonna take me towards him or her?" Ethan finally breaks the nerve wrecking silence

"Oh! Sorry."

Alyssa took him towards the resting black cat, which flinches when Elms had his hand hover over it. There was confusion on the cat, whether to bite him or enjoy it.

"You're cute. Where did you come from?" Ethan's finger went down on his or her chin, rubbing that part deftly "you look hungry. Come....get on my right - NOOO - AH FUCK!!"

The cat jumped onto his dislocated arm, putting its weight heavily. The nerve sets off and committed late amount of pain coursing through his left arm, scaring the poor cat.

"In my ear."

"Hey! Try having a dislocated arm and see how you feel about it!" Ethan lashed out on her "sorry, sorry. I'm stressed out and I shouldn't take it out on my savior."

"You're good." She replies, assuring that scream meant nothing

Elle, does the bet involve other women? ~(Ian)

No, only at Akeno. We both betted that Ethan will be rejected or not ~(Elle)

Elms definite approach was gentle and sweet while giving off this scent of trust. It sat on top of his head while Alyssa carried him back home.

"Is this your home?"

"Yeah. Thank you."

"Why call it a house when you live in a apartment?"

"At least no one annoys me." Ethan admitted

"Are any residents loud?"

"No. Can you drop me off at the second floor, third door you come across?"

Her objective is soon finished when she reaches for the door handle, letting Ethan to give her his apartment key. Inside didn't seem out of ordinary, just a bed at the corner, a kitchen beside the entrance including the bathroom, a counter on the kitchen to eat or place food, a window, and Coco who is waiting for his owner. He purred at the sight of Ethan but hissed towards Alyssa who is unidentified in his book.

"Coco, she's nice...and weird. Just...place me on my bed......gahhh...thank you. B-before you leave, can I get your name?" Ethan already knows her name but would prefer coming directly from the person "since my savior was able to drop me off at home, I would like to reward you for your troubles."

"*visible hesitation* y-you wouldn't dare to say anything after this, correct?" She questions

"Why? It's not like I have any friends - besides animals." He admitted, chuckling at himself before going quiet

"Alyssa Ouga. You saw my strength right? That's because I come from a family of Oni's, and heir to the throne alongside a husband." Alyssa is a voluptuous and slender beauty with long messy pink hair, green eyes, a huge buxom chest another noteworthy trait is a mark on her forehead "and you human....who are you to give off an aura like yours?"

".....just a side character no one knows about. Been mentioned a few times but next thing you know, I'm already forgotten." Ethan addressed himself "that's how I view myself."

Hearing this statement gave Ouga a few chuckles, mainly because a 'side character' never usually emits this much magic aura. 99% of them are compared to a chipmunk, but this one specifically places next to a venomous spider, preying on the weaker insects and animals.

In underworld terms, you would place in low-class devil. Impressive for a human - wait a minute...he's HUMAN?!!? THISISSUPPOSEDTOBEAMYTHTHERE'SNOWAYAHUMANCANREACHTHEPOWEROFALOWCLASSDEVILEXECPTHIMWHOBATTLEDGODHIMSELF!!! ~(Alyssa)

"A side character, ay? Well...it seems to me you're finally getting a character arc. Hope it goes well for you." Alyssa kept her composure from letting loose then left

"An arc about me? Did you both hear that?" Ethan talked to the cats when in actuality, was aimed towards Elle and Ian

Yeah we heard it and it's true! ~(Ian)

This arc you're recieving is gonna be entirely focused on you. Issei Hyoudou may as well be the main character of the story right now...but soon...you'll rise to become the true main character of the story ~(Elle)

Go to bed! You want to be healed? Then sleep! ~(Ian)

"Um....I can't cover myself....if I move, my left arm'll hurt like hell..." Elms blankly stared at his ceiling

Coco is nice enough to drag his blanket onto Ethan, providing warmth. Elms was lucky enough to have a loyal cat who behaves exactly like a dog. Coco scratches his paw on top of Ethan, then spun around a few times, and finally lies down with his tail wrapped around him.

"You're such a cute guy. Oi! Black cat! Just...if you feel cold, just...lie down next to me - but avoid my left arm!"

Coco's instinct about this black cat felt strangely threatening if angered. He somehow sees a women hiding behind a form of this cat. Coco'll die but he'll do anything to keep his owner safe from harm.

Haaaa...I'm sure Vali would love to have him around. You are no side character Ethan...not in my eyes at least ~(Kuroka)

Kuroka her cat form has been recieving strange eyes from Coco. It's basically telling her: 'Stay away from him you bitch!'.

You're loyal to him aren't yah? Hehe, remain calm little one. I have no intention to harm your owner ~(Kuroka)

Next day

Up and at 'em, as a saying goes. Ethan's searched for any injured left behind his body and found nothing at all. Left arm is placed back and in commission again, fatigue was down to zero but will be around 50 soon, a stab wound now closed up without a scar left behind, and no lungs crushed.

"Ready for a morning walk?" Elms spoke to Coco, petting him gently to wake up "why don't we say hi to your friends."

All his money went towards purchasing dog and cat food, including treats. With inventory at hand, transporting things will be a lot and I mean A LOT easier for Ethan. It is 6:48 AM, a reasonable time to wake up and do nothing except be on your phone or TV or exercise...for morning people I mean. Walking around, Ethan called out every cat and dogs and handed them foods. They were grateful for this affection unlike their owners who always leave them everyday to fend off for themselves.

"Nice and slow. There you go.....luckily I brought loads of water so there's plenty enough for everyone." Ethan happily announced and poured water onto two bowls "thank you..."

Thank you? Thanking towards what exactly? ~(Kuroka)

I love inventory. Such a useful feature anyone would kill for ~(Ethan)

A few hours went by and the neighborhood pets or strays were fed to brim, including Coco. Now the black cat...never approached any cats, only they did and cuddled next to her.

Being a cat ain't so bad after all ~(Kuroka)

Kuroka loves affection that's either from her peerage or someone else's, which nothing wrong with that. Elms had Kuroka get on his shoulders while Coco is being treated like a first-class passenger: being held in Ethan's arms.

"Don't know if I should take you to exercise...tough decision....hmmmm........Coco, Black Cat - no wait. How about I call you Kuro? Means black in Japanese language."

You chose a name that's close to mine? Okay then. You little rascal ~(Kuroka)

Kuro nuzzled her head against his cheek, purring and showing how much she loves that name. Kuroka had a history...a dark one in fact, but that's not the main focus right now (plus, you already know her past because you either read the Light Novel or watched the show). To think a softy looking of a boy would give her a name despite all the neglect her original master has given, she grew just a tiny bit of fondness to him. Not a whole lot. Maybe 2% at best. Staying by Vali's side and asking for babies thought she could've gotten some love and affection, because that's what she longs for.

Guess staying a few days in this cat form won't hurt. Just hope Vali turn into a schmuck ~(Kuroka)

Daily exercise is important (I'm looking at you readers), because it gets the blood pumping at ease and rids of any stress buildup in yah. Did you know working out is a fascinating way to relieve stress? Because your brain is recieving a boost to release more neurotransmitters, in any case, endorphins. Do it! Get that blood pumping! Release that muthafucking stress bitches! In all serious though, please excuse me language, exercise. Good for your body and good for your mentality. Just watch your surroundings.

"See? Just going around the block won't take too long. Kuro, come here please!"

What does this kid need? ~(Kuroka)

"Ahhhhhh......you remind me of my bed....cushy.....an excellent fit for one person....pillow.....damn....." he's beginning to feel dazed

Oh! Oh! Getting touchy here. This is surely caught me off guard. Oh well...at least he's scratches the places I have trouble reaching.....not bad ~(Kuroka)

Status recovery ~(Ethan)

Today's a school day, second day (technically speaking) of not attending Kuoh Academy. Maybe the entire school has completely forgotten about him which Ethan can't blame them for anyways. Elms is a forgettable person one might encounter, closely speaking to someone who has alzheimers.

Any news about more keys? ~(Ethan)

Yes, in fact! But the rank is an E and D. If you enter now in your current state...not a good time for those beasts ~(Elle)

Well, there's 25 stat points available right now...so...25 on strength ~(Ethan)

Strength: 62

Oh!? What in nekomata's name did I witnessed!?! Ethan....what did you to yourself?? What magic did you use?? ~(Kuroka)

"Meow..." Kuro randomly does that and just leaves

"Oh...bye then. T-take care."

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After dispatching, Kuroka chanted Teleportation magic to transfer herself from the human world to the underworld which humans believed to be a mythical place only the sinners go and become tortured by Satan himself. But their beliefs are thought wrong when it's only a another world similar to Earth but the sky had magic flipping back and forth between day and night, civilization has processed over the years after the great war, peaceful yet power hungry people are there. What happens to the humans who sinned go? Who knows. That wasn't explained in the LN or Anime.

(Oi, never read the LN so fill me in on where do humans go when they die?)

"Kuroka! Give me a reasonable explanation for you to ditch on us like that!" Arthur caught her sneaking in "if you're only excuse is 'I felt bored here', I'll have to discipline you!"

"Oooh, kinky. But....there's something very fascinating in the human realm." She replies

"We know about the incarnation of the Chaos Dragon. Is that it?! That's what you found-" Arthur's lips had Kuroka's finger placed on it

"Shush! I haven't finished." She said, rolling her eyes

"Did kitty come back? Where have you been? We needed you yesterday." Vali flew in, landing between the two teammates "this phase on you girl...it's gotta stop. Did me turning you down on creating new generation of Nekomata's cause you to become like this?"

"Haha! Vali, one day you'll confess to a girl of your liking. And if she turns you down, this'll repeat on you! Kuroka! I heard you brought some news here! Bring it!!" Bikou is eager to hear what she brought

"Oh what's that? Another Incarnation of the Chaos Dragon? Old news!" Vali taunted "is that all sweetie?"

"....." Kuroka facepalm from not getting any chances to speak "you done?"

"Yes." They said, in unison

"There's a human - no! Not the Chaos Dragon wielder! Another human. What I witnessed...is nothing like any