Rias considered this. "Now that you mention it, all the girls who have formed Contracts with you are girls, and they all clearly have feelings for you, right?"
"Eh? If that's true, have we discovered the secret to forming Faith Contracts?" Xenovia chimed in.
"...Even if that's the case, it's just a shortcut. It doesn't offer any practical help for me," Rias said, sounding slightly defeated.
Asia looked puzzled. "President, why do you say that?"
Rias: "..."
The little nun still didn't understand.
Only Akeno Himejima dared to tease Rias directly. "Because the condition of mutual love and trust is too difficult for most devils. Our President, even now, besides a certain man in front of us, loathes all other men, hehehe..."
"...What's so funny? You're the same, Akeno," Rias retorted. "And Asia, would you ever fall for anyone other than Badr?"
"Eh? Never... I only love Badr..." Asia replied without hesitation. "And all of you, too..."
"See?" Rias chuckled, conveniently ignoring the last part of Asia's statement. The little nun still didn't quite grasp the concept of romantic love.
Rias pouted. "Anyway, it seems we don't need to overthink Faith Contracts. But since successful Faith Contracts are rare among devils, sharing this discovery might be beneficial to our kind..."
Badr chuckled. "This might lead to a lot of half-devil children in the future. Will the old fogies of the Devil aristocracy support that?"
"That's not my headache. Besides, I despise bloodline elitism," Rias huffed, her displeasure evident.
It was this very notion of pure-blooded devil superiority that had almost forced her into a marriage she didn't want.
If Badr hadn't intervened, she couldn't bear to imagine what her life would have become...
Seeing Rias expression, Badr knew she was recalling those unpleasant memories. He gently embraced her, placing a soft kiss on her lips.
In every aspect, Rias was perfect.
She was breathtakingly beautiful, with a figure that made her the undisputed queen of Kuoh Academy.
She was strict yet kind, caring deeply for her peerage, treating them like family.
It was no wonder the young male devils of the Underworld were envious of Badr.
They resented his achievements, yes, but they were also incredibly jealous that he had won the heart of Rias Gremory...
"I'll report this information to Sirzechs-sama," Akeno Himejima said with a gentle smile, surprisingly not vying for Badr's attention this time.
"Thank you, Akeno. I'm going to take a bath," Rias said, nodding. She suddenly looked at Badr, a playful glint in her eyes. "Care to join me?"
"Sure."
Badr had no reason to refuse. It wasn't their first time bathing together.
In the bathroom, after washing each other, Badr and Rias sat together at the edge of the spacious bath.
Since the house had been rebuilt, the bathing area had been transformed into this large pool. Heated by magic, it was practically a hot spring...
"It's so warm..."
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Chapter 149: Quintuplet Bliss! Hot Spring Time!
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The room was warm and humid. Rias dipped her dainty feet into the water, playfully swirling it around. Droplets clung to her smooth, fair skin, tracing delicate paths as they slid down her body.
Badr admired Rias perfect form, lying languidly with his head pillowed on her thighs.
He adored her thighs...
Their softness was a comforting sensation. Rias gently stroked his hair, her touch filled with affection.
"You know, it's only a matter of time before you ascend to High-Class Devil," Rias said, suddenly bringing up the topic.
Upon becoming a High-Class Devil, Badr, like Rias, would receive Evil Pieces and become a [King].
At that point, he would effectively be independent.
"Even if I become independent, I can still answer your call to battle," Badr murmured, his hand reaching up to caress her beautiful face.
"That's true, you'll always belong to me," Rias chuckled. "What I mean is, once you become a [King], you'll likely choose those human girls of yours for reincarnation, won't you?"
"Yes. Reincarnating them as devils is the only way for them to escape the brevity of human life."
"But have you considered their aptitude? They might not be suitable to become your peerage. What will you do about the Rating Game then?" Rias gently ruffled his hair, her expression laced with concern. "Would you still make the same choice, even knowing that?"
She had raised a valid point.
Other High-Class Devils sought out prodigies, individuals like Sacred Gear possessors, to reincarnate as part of their peerage.
Badr smiled. "Of course, I've considered it. But there's no need to worry... I don't need them to fight."
He chuckled softly, clenching his fist. "I just need to become the strongest [King]."
The Rating Game was straightforward. As long as the King remained standing, the game wasn't lost. So, what was there to worry about?
Rias paused, then smiled. "You certainly have confidence."
"Do you doubt me?" Badr asked with a smile.
"No... I believe you can definitely do it," Rias said with a tender smile.
Badr chuckled, nodding as he kissed Rias, gently pushing her down onto the edge of the bath. They lost themselves in a passionate embrace...
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Friday arrived in the blink of an eye.
After arranging his affairs, Badr bid farewell to Rias and the others, preparing to leave for his planned outing.
Knowing he was going on a date with the Nakano Quintuplets, they were understandably reluctant to see him go.
Having grown accustomed to his presence, they felt a sense of emptiness whenever he was absent...
Especially Rias. Even though Badr had only mentioned being away for two days, she felt as if an eternity stretched before her.
"Come back soon, okay?" Rias said with a serious tone, causing Akeno Himejima to giggle beside her.
Akeno recalled the times Badr hadn't returned at night. Rias would toss and turn, unable to sleep, almost as if she were addicted to him.
Badr smiled, hugging each of them goodbye. He lingered with Rias, sharing a long, tender kiss before finally departing with a smile.
The meeting point was the Nakano Quintuplets' new apartment. This time, they planned to rent a car for their trip.
"I'll pay," Badr said, taking out his wallet and covering the car rental fee when he saw Ichika Nakano reaching for her purse.
"Eh? You don't have to. We're all going out together, and everyone's chipped in for the trip," Ichika said, holding her wallet, which contained the combined travel funds of the five sisters.
"Yeah, don't underestimate us. We all have jobs now," Nino Nakano added, glancing sideways at Badr with one eye closed.
Badr smiled gently. "It's alright. I'll take care of it."
He knew that although Ichika had earned some money from her acting work, and the sisters had found jobs, they were now responsible for their rent and living expenses. The pressure on them was considerable.
Moreover...
Badr looked at Ichika and said softly, "You're only taking on high-paying acting roles, aren't you, Ichika? Roles with shallow scripts that don't contribute to your growth as an actress. That's not good."
Ichika was taken aback for a moment, then smiled sheepishly. "You saw right through me... Well, before chasing dreams, one must first survive..."
"That's true, but you don't have to force yourself. You can rely on us more, you know."
Ichika pursed her lips, her expression thoughtful. "You've almost convinced me..."
"So don't worry about such trivial matters. There's no need to be so formal between us." Badr smiled, taking Ichika's hand.
"...Hee hee." Ichika blushed slightly. "Can I lean on your shoulder for a bit...?"
Badr gently pulled Ichika into his arms, letting her rest comfortably against his shoulder.
The other four sisters observed, each with a different expression. Miku Nakano puffed out her cheeks like a squirrel...
But in the end, none of them protested.
Oh well... Ichika has been working the hardest. We should let her have this...
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The car left the city behind, the scenery gradually changing from towering skyscrapers to rolling hills and countryside.
The vast expanse of mountains in the distance, the meandering river at their base, and the patchwork of farmlands came into view.
The quintuplets were in high spirits, their faces brimming with excitement, as one might expect from people embarking on a journey.
After nearly two hours, they finally reached their destination.
It was past seven in the evening, and the sun had long since set. Automatic streetlights illuminated the shaded areas.
The small rural town had a charming atmosphere.
Following the quintuplets' lead, Badr arrived at a traditional Japanese inn called the Tiger Hot Springs.
Apparently, it was a hot spring inn run by their grandfather... and their destination for this trip.
Badr followed them inside and saw an elderly man sitting at the front desk.
The quintuplets rushed towards him.
"Grandpa"
They called out in unison, their voices sweet. The old man's face lit up with a smile upon seeing them.
His voice was soft, but Badr still heard him say, "My dear granddaughters."
Badr couldn't shake the feeling that the old man's gaze had swept over him.
His initially somewhat cloudy eyes seemed to sharpen for a moment.
Was he wary of him?
Badr chuckled inwardly, offering the old man a polite bow.
The old man seemed exceptionally still, almost motionless. If it weren't for Badr's heightened senses, which detected a robust life force emanating from him, anyone else might have mistaken him for a statue...
What kind of health regimen is this...?
After greeting their grandfather, the quintuplets led Badr to the guest rooms, assigning him his own.
There were no other guests that night. The inn had sixteen rooms, more than enough for each of them to have their own.
Later, when they gathered for dinner, Badr noticed that all five sisters were wearing identical yukatas, their usual distinct hair accessories replaced with matching ones.
Even Ichika and Yotsuba Nakano, who typically had shorter hair, now had hair of the same length...
Huh?
What's going on...?
"What is this...?"
Badr tilted his head, observing the five of them. This sudden change had even him struggling to tell them apart.
—
The ability to distinguish between the quintuplets, which he had painstakingly honed, was now completely useless...
"Heh, surprised?"
One of them chuckled, looking at Badr with a teasing glint in her eyes.
"...You're Ichika, right?"
Badr managed to identify Ichika based on her tone of voice.
Ichika smiled and nodded, twirling a strand of her hair. "It's a wig. Pretty convincing, isn't it?"
"But why go through all this trouble?"
Badr was puzzled. Another girl explained,
"Because whenever we visit Grandpa, we always dress identically. It's a promise we made."
Judging by her tone and demeanor, this one was likely Itsuki.
Her words reminded Badr of the time they watched the fireworks together.
"Is it also out of nostalgia?"
"Yes... We used to dress the same all the time. But as our hobbies and interests diverged, so did our appearances. Grandpa thought our bond had weakened because of it."
Yotsuba flashed a bright smile. Her energetic nature made her easily recognizable; Badr had identified her the moment she spoke.
"So after that, whenever we visit Grandpa, we all dress exactly alike," Miku added, concluding the explanation.
Badr looked at the five identical beautiful girls before him and couldn't help but smile.
"That's wonderful. I'm already experiencing the bliss of having quintuplet girlfriends."
Everyone: "..."
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Dinner consisted of takeout. The Tiger Hot Springs didn't provide meals, only selling milk for guests to enjoy after their bath.
After dinner, everyone decided to explore the surrounding area. Badr announced his intention to take a bath and enjoy the hot springs.
"I'll go later. I want to visit the night market nearby. It's been a while!" Itsuki Nakano said with anticipation, unconsciously licking her lips.
Seeing her expression, everyone else was speechless. "You just want to eat the snacks at the night market"
Badr glanced at Itsuki's empty rice bowl. If he remembered correctly, she had devoured two large bowls of rice...
"Hehe, I'll go with you!" Yotsuba chimed in with a smile. "What about you guys?"
"I'll pass." Miku preferred staying indoors to going out.
Ichika and Nino also shook their heads. Nino even expressed her disdain.
"What's so fun about a temple festival? We've been there countless times..."
"Bring me back some late-night snacks, please. I might get hungry later. Indulging once in a while shouldn't ruin my figure, right, hehe..." Ichika mumbled.
Badr watched them with a smile as they finalized their plans. He then returned to his room to change into a yukata.
Upon reaching the hot springs area, he noticed the women's bath first and, without a second thought, walked into the adjacent passage.
He failed to notice that the sign on the passage didn't indicate the men's bath, as he had assumed, but rather a mixed bath...
Nino, observing from a distance, noticed Badr's mistake. A mischievous grin spread across her face as a plan began to form...
In the hot spring area, Badr removed his yukata, briefly rinsed himself, and stepped into the hot spring. The natural hot spring water enveloped him, eliciting a sigh of contentment.
He had to admit, it felt different from the magically heated baths at home. Perhaps it was just a psychological effect?
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Chapter 150: Nino Plans! Mixed Bathing!
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Barely two minutes into his soak, Badr heard faint footsteps outside. A familiar scent drew closer.
He didn't think much of it, assuming it was one of the quintuplets passing by or perhaps heading to bathe.
