The Strongest Rook (DXD)

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 "There you are!"

A/N appeared in the room and spoke in a tone loud and clear enough for the ORC members to recognize his voice instantly, immediately receiving the attention of everyone in the room. Except for Asia, a surprising reaction appeared from the group members, taking up to a few seconds to process the information.

Rias appeared to the side, she smiled as she noticed the other members looking in disbelief at the former member until now absent for a year. Every old ORC member knows A/N, he was one of Rias' first pieces along with Akeno, he was always present and witnessed everyone coming in and getting used to the group.

With this absence from the group for so long, they began to accept the day-to-day life without his presence, which made his return difficult to believe.

"No, it's not an illusion, this one is our dear and legitimate A/N." Rias placed a hand next to her Rook, giving it a few gentle pats to show it isn't just a mirage.

"So... no one is going to say anything?" A/N was getting a little nervous from the silent stares, enough to put his hand on his head and start scratching.

"Well, well, it looks like our dear A/N has finally returned to us. I must admit that the atmosphere was somewhat empty without his presence." Akeno was the first to speak, smiling gently as she placed her hand on her cheek. A/N reacted happily, approaching quickly.

"That's true? I missed you too!" A/N celebrated by holding Akeno by the waist and easily lifting her into the air as if she were a baby, laughing happily. A surprised squeak escaped her in the same second, not expecting to be lifted so easily, it looked like she weighed less than a feather.

"A/N, as much as I find the fact that you can easily get me off the ground attractive, could you put me down right now?" Akeno's tone when making the request left a slight hint that she wouldn't want to receive a no, A/N didn't care too much, he continued laughing as he put the club's Vice President on the floor.

"It's really good to see you again A/N, but if you're back does that mean...?" Kiba took a step forward when he questioned, nodding positively to his friend.

"I was close to finishing it, it would still take a few days, but they suddenly release me," A/N replied after showing some confusion, he turned to Rias, smiling. "Pres! I performed well on tests but they released me early, I'm pretty sure I'll be promoted! But I still have to wait for the results..."

"And I'm proud of you, A/N. I look forward to the ceremony day." Rias let a warm smile escape her face as she spoke those words, anyone there easily notices the genuine happiness she felt at that moment.

"Hmm, President, I'm sorry but... who is he?" Asia finally put her shyness aside and asked her King. A/N hearing these words looked at her, approaching and crouching in front of the girl

"Hey, new girl! My name is Arataki A/N, I'm a piece of Rias Gremory! And you? What's your piece?"

"Hmm..."Asia recoiled a little at the sudden approach.

"Don't worry, Asia. He's an old member of my Peerage, a Rook. He was away from the group for quite some time because he was participating in tests to rank up and become a High-Class Devil." Rias approached, placing a hand on A/N's head and lightly ruffling his already messy hair, an indirect way of showing he's meek. Asia relaxed a little as she was introduced, but she felt a responsibility to return the greeting.

"I...My name is Asia Argento, a bishop, nice to meet you!" Asia bowed her body slightly as she greeted the new companion in front of her. A/N placed a hand on his chin as he noticed the girl, a quick analysis came out of him.