Highschool DxD: Dragon's Ascent

Chapter 54: Splitting the Workload

I woke up to a feeling of emptiness in my bed. Had Rias woken up while I went back to sleep and left?

That feels a little... disappointing. For some reason.

I tuned in my mana sense and I noticed a presence in my kitchen that did not fit any of my maids, I grabbed my clothes out of my inventory before putting a casual set on and walking down the stairs toward the kitchen. I was actually rather hungry.

In the kitchen I saw a sight I did not expect to see, Rias was there, cooking breakfast in my kitchen wearing only an apron and her panties. When she noticed me come in and perked up.

"Oh! You're already up Takumi? I was trying to finish up before you woke up but don't worry breakfast will be ready soon, just sit down for a minute or so all right?" Hearing her words I absentmindedly nodded sitting down.

Like a dumb animal, I rested my chin on my chin just watching Rias hum to herself while cooked us breakfast. My gaze just stuck to her form while my vision blurred.

It reminded me of something. Of a simpler time.

It reminded me of a childhood I could have had.

I shook my head, using thought partitioning to remove those memories from my current thought process and locking them deep down into the burrows of my mind.

A bit later Rias set down breakfast for us to enjoy. It was relatively simple, eggs, sausages, greens, and even some chicken and rice. It tasted really good, but I think that was simply because I got to enjoy it together with her.

Dear god(ouch) I really am turning into a sap, aren't I?

Regardless, today Rias looked way more relaxed and content. Makes sense since I just took care of her issues and blew out her back in the same hour last night.

After we finished our meal and left them for the maids to take care of Rias got dressed and was about to head before she turned to me.

"Hey, Takumi, I know you are busy but when you have some time can you come around to the Occult Research Club? I actually wanted you to meet someone, also I don't think I can hold Akeno back forever so you better talk with her before she jumps you." Rias winked at me, this girl was very comfortable with the thought of her queen riding my bones but I guess it made sense.

Rias never had an issue with harems in cannon, she had an issue with Issei refusing to acknowledge her interest in him while so many other women were vying for him, making her insecure.

Speaking of Issei, I wonder what he is doing nowadays.

"Don't worry, I will make sure to make some time to visit you." Rias smiled and pulled me in for a kiss on the cheek.

"Alright! It's a promise. I'm going to school now I have to rub my victory in Sona's face. Love you bye!" Rias took her bag and left for school while I stood in the doorway.