chapter 36

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As I was at home, surrounded by the task of packing, Kanna stood in front of me, her innocent eyes filled with curiosity.

Kanna:Papa, where are you going?

she asked, the simplicity of her question contrasting with the weight of the impending journey.

I sighed, a mixture of reluctance and resignation in my tone.

Hiro:Well, unfortunately, I'm helping Rias and her peerage

I admitted, aware that my involvement with Rias and her group wasn't something I relished.

Kanna:Papa, doesn't hate them?

Kanna questioned, her head tilted slightly, trying to make sense of the apparent contradiction.

I sighed again, the weight of my conflicting emotions evident.

Hiro:Yes, I do

I confessed, the admission hanging in the air. The complex relationship with Rias and her peerage, fraught with past grievances and unspoken tensions, seemed to defy easy explanation.

Kanna, sensing the complexity of the situation, frowned slightly.

Kanna:Then why help them, Papa?

I paused, considering how to convey the intricacies of the underworld's politics and the unexpected alliances that sometimes arose.

Hiro:It's not about personal feelings, Kanna. Sometimes, we're bound by duty and the greater good, even if it means helping those we may not necessarily like.

The dialogue unfolded as a reflection of the internal conflicts and the nuanced emotions tied to the underworld's political landscape.

As I prepared to leave, Lily, my girlfriend, suddenly jumped at me, her dog ears drooping along with her tail as she held me tightly.

Lily:Hubby, don't go

she pleaded, her voice tinged with a mix of desperation and genuine concern.

I gently stroked her hair, trying to reassure her as I explained

Hiro:Lily, I have to do this. It's part of the responsibilities I have in the underworld. Rias needs my help.

Ew ew ew why did it sound like I care about her I'm going to wash my mouth with acid after all this

Lily looked up at me, her eyes reflecting a blend of sadness and worry.

Lily:But what if something happens to you? I don't want to lose you

she whispered, her grip on me tightening.

Nothing can happen to me

I cupped her face, looking into her eyes with a sincerity that matched my words.

Hiro:i'll be careful, Lily. I promise. This is something I need to do, not just for Rias but for everyone.

As I packed for my journey, Kanna looked at me with those irresistible puppy eyes.

Kanna:Can we come along, Papa?

she asked, her innocence tugging at my heartstrings. Lily and Ryuko, hearing the conversation, joined in.

Lily chimed in, her enthusiasm evident.

Lily:Yeah, why not? We're a team, right?

Ryuko nodded in agreement, crossing her arms.

Ryuko:We can handle whatever comes our way. Plus, it'll be more fun with all of us together.

Asia, always the considerate one, added,

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