"Koneko, hang in there..." Asia murmured, focusing all her energy on Twilight Healing.
Fortunately, Asia had gained experience from assisting Badr during his intense Sacred Gear resonance training.
Back then, Badr's forced training often left him similarly wounded. Asia, distressed by his injuries, had always been by his side, often exhausting herself to the point of collapse.
As a result, her healing abilities had greatly improved, allowing her to handle this situation with practiced ease.
"What happened?" Xenovia wondered, observing Koneko's condition. "There seem to be two different powers within her..."
Rias expression was grave. She seemed to have a suspicion, her face serious.
Badr had no time to worry about that now. Koneko's situation was critical. Her magical energy was still raging, and he had to find a way to calm it down.
"Let's get her inside."
Badr lifted Koneko's small body into his arms.
Tiny wounds continued to appear on her exposed skin, requiring Asia's undivided attention to heal.
Koneko's brow was furrowed in pain.
Badr knew the agony of rampaging magical energy all too well. The sensation he experienced during forced Sacred Gear resonance was similar to this, and he knew Koneko must be in immense pain.
He quickly carried her back to her bedroom, followed by Rias and the others.
"What are you going to do?" Rias asked, her gaze filled with concern for Koneko.
"I think I can stabilize her magical energy. I'll try," Badr said seriously.
"Alright, I'll leave Koneko in your hands."
"Mm."
Badr nodded, turning to Asia. "The healing can't stop while I'm calming her magical energy."
"Understood." Asia's expression was resolute. Maintaining healing for extended periods was taxing, but she was determined to persevere.
Badr released his holy-demonic power, instantly shattering his clothes.
Rias and Akeno's eyes lingered on his well-toned physique for a moment.
To transfer magical energy, skin-to-skin contact was necessary. They remembered when Badr was still weak, Rias had healed him in the same way, a method he jokingly called "hug therapy."
It hadn't been long since then, yet now, he was the one protecting them...
Unaware of their pensive thoughts, Badr gently embraced Koneko.
Her bare skin was burning hot, her magical energy raging within her. Her condition was precarious.
Seeing the silver-haired beauty in pain, Badr didn't hesitate. He channeled his own magical energy, carefully guiding it through their skin contact and into Koneko's body.
He used pure demonic energy, not his fused holy-demonic power.
The power of his fused energy would harm Koneko. Fortunately, Badr had mastered [Absolute Control], granting him unparalleled command over his powers. Without it, he would have been helpless in this situation.
He pressed his forehead against Koneko's and spoke softly.
"Koneko, try to channel your magical energy. I'll help you with mine."
Koneko instinctively clung to Badr, finding relief from his magical energy.
Their bodies intertwined. As Koneko struggled to control her power, Badr sensed another, incredibly potent force surging within her.
This type of energy... felt familiar...
His mind raced, trying to recall where he had encountered it before.
It was the monkey from the Khaos Brigade, Bikou!
That self-proclaimed descendant of the Fighting Buddha Sun Wukong wielded Senjutsu!
Koneko... possessed Senjutsu...
But as he focused, he realized it was different.
It wasn't just Senjutsu. Another strange energy was mixed in.
What a strange concoction...
Badr himself wielded fused holy-demonic power. Akeno had a half-Fallen Angel, half-Devil constitution. And now Koneko had this strange mix within her. They were all quite unique...
Fortunately, Badr's current abilities were immense. Since Koneko's internal power was so strong, he no longer feared harming her. He channeled his holy-demonic power into her body.
No matter how much the power within Koneko raged, the barrier formed by his holy-demonic power remained firm, protecting her life.
Asia also persevered, Twilight Healing radiating its gentle light, constantly mending Koneko's wounds.
With their combined efforts, Koneko's condition gradually stabilized, moving towards recovery.
Five hours passed. Asia was reaching her limit, but Koneko's situation had mostly calmed down. Only minor wounds appeared occasionally.
Seeing this, Rias spoke softly. "Asia, you should rest. I'll take over."
With Koneko's condition stable, Rias, a high-class Devil, could easily heal the minor wounds with her own magical power.
Asia didn't refuse. She was truly exhausted. Now that the most dangerous period had passed, she felt relieved to hand over the task to Rias.
Like Badr, Rias removed her clothes and embraced Koneko, channeling her magic to heal her.
...
Another hour passed, and Koneko finally seemed stable.
Exhausted from the ordeal, she drifted into a deep sleep.
Badr gently held Koneko, carefully examining her with his magic to confirm that the raging energies within her had completely subsided. Only then did he relax.
"She should be fine now. She's just asleep."
He informed Rias, who finally let out a sigh of relief.
"What exactly happened? Why did her magical power suddenly go berserk?"
Rias still didn't understand the cause.
Badr explained about Koneko's excessive training, then voiced his confusion. "Koneko seemed troubled. And I detected Senjutsu within her. What's going on?"
Rias sighed, looking at the sleeping silver-haired girl in Badr's arms. "Koneko is a Nekomata, a legendary Youkai. She's even a Nekoshou, the strongest type of Nekomata, naturally capable of wielding both Senjutsu and Youjutsu."
Badr was surprised by Koneko's hidden talent.
"But she's never used that power before."
Since he had become Rias servant, Koneko had only used the enhanced strength and defense granted by her [Rook] piece. He had never seen her use Senjutsu or Youjutsu.
"Koneko has a past she doesn't like to talk about, so she stopped using those powers."
Rias gently stroked Koneko's hair, her eyes filled with affection.
Rias cherished all her servants, but she held a special fondness for Badr. In her own words, he was her most precious treasure.
Everyone had their own story in this world. Badr didn't pry further, choosing to remain silent and watch over Koneko.
"You must be tired too. Rest for a while. I'll watch over her." Rias expressed her concern for Badr, knowing he must have expended a considerable amount of energy to help Koneko.
"I'm fine. This is nothing. You should rest, Rias. I'll take care of this."
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Chapter 133: Koneko Awakes! Subjugation Mission!
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"Heh... It's truly wonderful having you around. It's so reassuring."
Rias drew close, kissing Badr on the forehead before gently embracing both him and Koneko.
"Be good and don't overwork yourself. I think everyone wants to share the burden with you, and Koneko probably feels the same way, right?"
Badr's face was buried in Rias's embrace, her ample bosom quite prominent in his view.
"Share the burden with me?" He hadn't quite processed her words.
"Yes... You're improving so rapidly that we can't keep up. But everyone wants to stand by your side and fight alongside you."
Rias ran her fingers through Badr's black hair, her voice laced with self-reproach and apology. "It's our fault for being too weak, leaving you to face powerful enemies alone..."
"...So Koneko feels the same way?"
Badr glanced at the sleeping silver-haired girl, a wry smile touching his lips. "Honestly, the reason I'm pushing myself to get stronger is to protect all of you."
"How can we bear it when you shoulder all the pressure yourself?"
Though she rarely voiced it, Rias felt genuine distress for him, often blaming her own lack of strength.
"...Alright, it's not like I'm intentionally trying to show off. I'd be happy if you all grew stronger, but incidents like today's are best avoided."
Badr smiled faintly, gently stroking Koneko's delicate face.
...
Morning arrived, and Koneko finally awoke.
After resting and recovering, she was fully restored. Opening her eyes, she found herself lying naked in bed, with Badr and Rias on either side...
She remembered Badr using his power to protect her and help her control her rampaging power the previous day.
"Thank you..."
Koneko whispered her gratitude, her expression softening as she looked at the sleeping Badr.
"You can't do that again. You need to know your limits in training," Rias said, having also woken up. "And you need to apologize to everyone."
...
In the living room, Koneko dutifully apologized.
"I'm sorry for worrying everyone."
Akeno Himejima smiled gently. "We weren't much help either. Koneko, you should be most grateful to Badr and Asia."
"You're welcome. I'm so glad you're alright, Koneko," Asia said with a saintly smile.
Ever since Michael had granted her permission to continue praying to God, her holy aura had intensified...
She looked less like a devil and more like an angel...
Badr chuckled. "I found cuddling with Koneko quite comfortable. Soft and fragrant. I had a great night's sleep, so you can skip the thanks."
His words caused Rias and the others to exchange knowing glances, while Koneko blushed.
Though she had feelings for Badr, such intimate contact was rare...
"So, you're saying my body isn't comfortable to cuddle with?" Rias asked, her tone laced with playful danger.
"Oh my, I can't pretend I didn't hear that," Akeno added with a gentle smile.
Seeing Asia and Xenovia also looking at him, Badr was speechless.
Where did this sudden jealousy come from?
But Badr never backed down from a challenge, much less a potential harem situation.
He calmly replied, "Well, I haven't made a detailed comparison yet. Perhaps we can compare tonight."
"Very well. I'm quite confident in this matter," Rias said, a confident smile gracing her lips.
"Oh my, I believe I have a higher chance of winning," Akeno said with a gentle smile, yet her words carried an undercurrent of danger...
Asia and Xenovia joined in:
"A-Asia will do her best too!!"
"Tonight, we shall try for a baby again!"
Badr: "..."
None of them were easy to handle.
He clicked his tongue, stood up, and stretched casually, smoothly changing the subject.
"It's getting late. Time for school. I hope there's a new summoning request today."
...
The school day passed peacefully. For a top student like Badr, school was simply about completing his studies.
After school, everyone gathered in the Occult Research Club room as usual.
Everyone was preparing for client requests, while Badr felt a twinge of frustration.
He realized he had no requests to take.
He had resolved the issues with Mai Sakurajima and Nodoka Toyohama, and they wouldn't need his help for now.
He hadn't heard from the Nakano Quintuplets in a few days and didn't know their current situation. Perhaps their connection had run its course.
Watching Asia, Akeno, and the others depart through the magic circle, Badr sighed and summoned the Sealing Devil.
The silver stamp fluttered its small wings like a hummingbird, buzzing happily around Badr.
He raised his hand, and the stamp settled on his palm.
"You need to be more helpful, little guy."
He pinched the stamp and stretched it, then let it snap back like a rubber band.
Badr looked at his familiar with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.
As a combat familiar, the Sealing Devil was incredibly powerful.
However, its eccentricity when it came to distributing flyers was a constant headache for Badr.
It only ever gave flyers to beautiful girls, inadvertently limiting Badr's client pool.
After all, in most cases, weren't men's desires stronger?
And correspondingly, the wishes men made were often simpler.
Like Koneko, who only had to play games with a few clients. Badr always felt a pang of envy when he thought about it.
He wanted to complete requests by playing games too...
"Don't you have any requests today, Badr?" Rias asked with a smile as she approached.
"You have to rub it in, don't you?"
Badr leaned back on the sofa, gesturing for the Sealing Devil to play with Rias's familiars.
"Heh, then why not join me at the laboratory? The professor has a request for me."
"...Um, I know nothing about archaeology."
Badr chuckled wryly.
Rias request was actually archaeology. It had shocked him when he first found out. Rias truly had a unique range of interests.
"What are you planning to do then?"
Rias came behind the sofa, leaned over, and kissed Badr on the cheek, her expression full of affection.
"I guess I can't slack off. I'll go distribute flyers myself."
Badr made up his mind.
He hadn't personally handed out flyers since he got his familiar. Now, he had to return to his roots!
Rias laughed. "In that case, you'd better work hard. It would be embarrassing to lose to your own familiar, wouldn't it?~"
"How could I possibly lose?" Badr glanced at the Sealing Devil. Lose to this lecherous elemental spirit?
The stamp buzzed around, seemingly expressing its displeasure at Badr's words.
So, Badr spent the day distributing flyers alongside the Sealing Devil.
And the next day, nothing happened...
Badr sat on the sofa, silently brooding.
Why was this happening...?
Akeno and the others watched him with a mixture of amusement and pity.
"Um, Badr, would you like me to give you my request?" Asia offered softly.
Badr chuckled. "That's not necessary. I do have Contract clients who believe in me, you know. Not getting any requests for a day or two doesn't matter."
The sweet and thoughtful Asia was truly precious. Badr pulled her close and kissed her on the cheek, causing her to blush.
Just then, Rias entered the room. Seeing everyone there, she clapped her hands to get their attention.
"Let's put today's requests on hold for now. I just received a new extermination request. A Stray Devil kidnapped the son of a government official and fled into my territory. We need to deal with it."
