A Nexus Devil (Dxd x Multi Crossover)

Ch 26: Family

Ch 26: Family

"Hello there, little brother."

An extended silence blanketed the atmosphere.

"I'll see you later, Jake. I'll leave you to reconnect with your family," Luna said before turning and dashing off toward the castle's direction.

Even though it was the first time ever seeing him, Jake recognized the man standing before him. This redhead was none other than Sirzechs Gremory, his elder brother—a man renowned for his immense power, which, according to Serafall, could decimate entire continents with his power of destruction.

Jake was a bit nervous at this man suddenly appearing in front of him but he wasn't going to show it. A cocky grin formed on Jake's face, he lifted his hand, returning the greeting. "Hello there, big brother."

The breathtakingly beautiful maid with silvery-gray hair appeared slightly stunned by his nonchalant demeanor. Meanwhile, his elder brother simply observed him—an inscrutable gaze before an abrupt burst of laughter filled the air. "That's exactly how the men of our lineage should act! Never show any sign of backing down, regardless of whether the opponent is stronger," he commended, his smile broadening into an approving nod. Opening his arms wide in a welcoming gesture, he said, "Now then, why don't you come over here and give your loving older brother a hug?" His eyes shimmered with joy, filled to the brim with unshed tears.

"Um...what?" Jake inquired, slightly disturbed by the unexpectedly whimsical demeanor of his older brother, one of the strongest beings on the planet.

"If you won't come for a hug, then I'll come to you!" Sirzechs playfully exclaimed, beginning to stride towards his younger brother, arms still spread wide in anticipation of a warm embrace. "Come on, give Onii-chan a hug—oof!"

Before he could finish his sentence, a sudden punch from the silver-haired maid landed on his stomach, making him bend over in pain. "Ow, Grayfia... why..."

"Your actions were creeping out your younger brother, not to mention creating a rather unfavorable first impression," she chastised him, turning to Jake and executing a perfectly rehearsed curtsy—Something that Jake didn't think he had ever witnessed in real life before. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Lord Jake. I am Grayfia Lucifuge, your older brother's wife, his queen, and a maid in the Gremory household. I must apologize for your elder brother's unconventional behavior. He has always had a fondness for the idea of having younger siblings."

Regaining his bearings, Sirzechs stood up, dusting himself off. "Sorry about that, little brother. I just couldn't contain my excitement at meeting you," he said, his face lighting up with a sincere smile.

Jake hadn't been sure what to expect from his first encounter with his older brother. He had envisioned a stern, formidable figure, emanating raw power, not this laid-back, friendly individual. Regardless, he had to give his brother credit for his excellent choice in a spouse. As he examined Grayfia from head to toe, he couldn't help but find her stunning, she was unbelievably beautiful, a perfect 11 out of 10!

A blush crept onto Grayfia's cheeks as Sirzechs guffawed in the background.

Jake's face turned a shade of red, suddenly realizing he had spoken that aloud. His older brother simply laughed harder, giving him an approving thumbs-up.

"As Gremory men, we settle for nothing less than the best," his older brother boasted, causing his wife's blush to deepen. Then, with a teasing smirk, he added, "And speaking of the best, I hear there's been some sparks between you and Serafall."

"She'd better not lay a finger on you until you're of age," Grayfia grumbled under her breath.

Jake shrugged off her concerns with a dismissive wave. "Don't worry, we've already discussed that," he said, with a small hint of longing.