The group returned to the clubroom and Erissei explained the situation about Asia being a Sacred Gear user.
"We received that there are reports of Fallen Angels targetting Sacred Gear users." Rias said. "And I didn't imagine that they already made a move for the last few days."
" Rias-senpai, we have to save Asia!" Issei declared. "We don't know what they could possibly do to her."
" Yes but.." said Rias with hesitation. "Asia is affiliated with the church. If we make any action, it might have some repercussions between the Factions and we can't avoid a possible war."
" But Asia might die!" Issei nearly-shouted.
Rias was in a tight spot but she knew that they can't make any rash decisions.
"If you won't save Asia then we will!" Issei stood up. " Erin and I will do it ourselves. With or without your help!"
" But you can possibly die as well!" Rias said in disbelief mixed with anger. "Are you seriously going to sacrifice yourselves and just die on the hands of enemies?"
" If it's for an important comrade then Yes." Erin replied in a tone which left no room for arguments. "Asia is worth it. We can't just let her die."
" Hai. And we'll be going now. I thought you were going to help us but I guess we were wrong." Issei added in a disappointed tone before leaving with the Goddess.
" Buchou..."
" Yes, Akeno."
" What are you going to do?"
The red head fell silent and Koneko looked liked she wanted to say something.
" What is it, Koneko?"
" Senpai.." She slowly said without facing the red head. " I want to help Erin-senpai."
" I see.. And you, Yuuto?"
" I also like to extend my help, Buchou." Replied Kiba in a determined tone.
The red head regarded their words and Akeno whispered something to her ears. Rias stood up and spoke to the other members.
" Akeno and I had some matters we need to take care of. Just remember that the church is an enemy to our race."
The two onee-samas left the room and Kiba together with Koneko pondered on the red head's words.
"The church is an enemy... Does this mean.." Kiba shared a look with Koneko.
" Hai, senpai."
The Knight internally smiled and mumbled " Thank you, Buchou."
----TIME SKIP -------
The Fallen Angels gathered on a faraway church. Hundreds of them guarded both the entrance and exit of the area. Mittelt was on the sidelines together with Dohnaseek. They were in charge of guarding the entrance of the church for any intruders which might disrupt the ritual.
On the inside, Asia was being chained to a wall and being stripped off her clothes.
"Release me! You'll pay for your actions!"
Asia squirmed which annoyed Raynare.
" Stop it you little nun." The Fallen angel sneered and pointed a knife to Asia's neck. This effectively shut the girl up and Raynare resumed her previous actions.
" Erin-san.. Issei-san.." Asia thought as tears rolled down her cheeks.
" Oy, what's this?" Freed picked up the bracelet which was removed from the Nun's wrist.
" Don't touch that! That's Erin-san's gift and-
" Blah blah blah." Freed boredly interjected and waved the Bracelet carelessly. " Why would you cry over something so stupid? HaH?"
The bracelet glowed and Freed looked at it in confusion.
" What's up with this shit? Tsk." He snapped the bracelet and it fell to the ground.
" NOOOOOOO!!" Asia screamed and thrashed. Her actions were futile since she was restrained by Raynare.
"What are you shouting about?" Asked Freed in annoyance.
" That's enough, Freed." Raynare said as she placed the final locks to secure Asia. " Go join the others on guarding the entrance."
" Meh. So boring." Freed replied. " There are already a hundred of birds gathered there. Why would I flock together with them?"
" Because I say so." Raynare replied with a sneer. "Leave before you disrupt the ritual."
" Hai, hai." Freed mumbled as he started walking away. " Stupid bird."
------Meanwhile--------
[EXPLOSION!]
" ARGHHH!!"
" What's going on there?"
Dohnaseek scanned the source of the commotion and see a portion of the Fallen Angels being blasted.
" Tsk. It's those stupid brats again." He stepped away from his hiding place and motioned for Mittelt to follow him.
Issei was fending off a group of Fallen Angels using his Boosted Gear and the Goddess was electrocuting several Angels she can using her Lightning bolts.
"Tsk. These numbers would pose a problem for us." Erin said in irritation as she and Issei were standing side by side on their backs. They were driven to a corner by Fallen Angels approaching them.
"If this continues, my mana would slowly be depleted and I can't use my lightning attacks any further." The Goddess thought in irration.
" I can recharge using the lightning source but we would be dead before I can fully restore my mana reserve."
Issei was slowly panting. The repeated use of his Boosted Gear to blast an explosion was taking a toll on his body. But still, he was driven by determination to save the blonde nun.
" Cover you ears, Issei!"
Erin activated her gear and using a considerable amount of magic, she further amplified the attack of her Sonic Scream to fend off a large amount of angels approaching them.
The Fallen Angels all dropped to the Ground one after the other.
" This might tire us out.." Erin started.
" But we'll give all our best to save Asia!" continued Issei.
With that declaration, they went separate ways to fight another batch of Fallen Angels approaching them.
" Fools! What are you doing letting yourselves be defeated by mere humans?!" Dohnaseek shouted as he and Mittelt made their appearance.
" D-Dohnaseek-sama.."
" Finish them and Kill them without mercy!"
" Hai! Dohnaseek-sama!" The Fallen Angels were energized and they made their way towards the two.
*(Woosh!)*
" Arghhh!"
Dohnaseek's brows furrowed in irritation as he saw new enemies appearing.
" Sorry we're late, Erin-san and Hyoudou-san." Kiba said as he swung his sword.
Koneko pulled a tree and threw it which effectively crushed a large number of the Fallen Angels.
"Senpai." Koneko greeted the Goddess
Erissei were relieved since their chances of winning now increased.
" Let's finish these Fallen creatures and show them they are messing with the wrong people." Erin said as blue sparks surrounded both her hands.
"HAI!"
It was a chaotic battlefield and every now and then, a Fallen Angel will either be sent flying or blasted from the ground.
Dohnaseek observed the scene with rising anger especially that the Fallen Angels were slowly decreasing in numbers and being defeated.
" Useless Fools! There are hundred of you and you were still defeated by filthy devils and mere humans?!" He thought as he found it outrageous.
" Mittelt! Go and assist Raynare! Make sure the ritual is completed at all costs!"
" Hai, Dohnaseek-sama!" bowed the girl and flew towards the location.
" TeheHeheheHe! Are you having fun here without me?"
Dohnaseek scoffed upon hearing the voice but decided to just let the crazy man be.
" What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be guarding the ritual?"
" What is wrong with everyone? Raynare told me to go here and you're telling me to leave?" Freed rambled. "Are you seriously leaving me out of the fun?"
"Erin-san and Hyoudou-san. Go save Asia! We'll handle things from here!" Kiba declared as he and Koneko gazed at their new opponents.
The Goddess finished off the last of the Fallen Angels with a lightning shock and her mana was drastically low by now.
" Are you sure? Kiba-san?" Issei asked for confirmation.
" Positive."
Erissei nodded and they went off causing Freed to throw a fit like a child.
" Hey, No fair! You're letting those two get away!"
" If you don't want to die, you better focus on your current opponents you crazy exorcist."
Freed laughed maniacally and tightened his grip on his sword.
" I suppose I can do that. Hehehe."
- End of Chapter -