"DXD: Multiverse Journey"Chapter 230: Poor Ellen, Steamy Hot Springs
Fifteen thousand meters above Arubi Island, a massive DEM battleship hovered silently, its sensors locked onto the land below.
"Captain, we've just confirmed it—twin Spirit Berserks have appeared on Arubi Island."
In the control room of the Arbatel, a crew member's voice cut through the hum of machinery. With a flick of his wrist, the surveillance footage appeared across the main display.
Onscreen, two streaks of hurricane-blue light clashed and spiraled, colliding again and again before vanishing with a flicker.
"Oh? Another Spirit manifestation?" The captain leaned forward, eyes glinting with interest. "And twin Berserks, no less. This island's turning into a real circus—Princess, Nightmare, Hermit, and now two Berserkers. Things are getting lively. Delightful."
"What? Berserkers on this island too? Tch—this just keeps getting messier."
Ellen's earpiece buzzed with the latest report as she trailed behind the second-year Class 4, scanning the beach for any sign of Shuo's group.
But beneath her professional calm, a thrill of anticipation stirred. The memory of Shuo—the way he'd torn through DEM's forces—still haunted her, equal parts terror and fascination. Even now, the image of that impossible strength flickered through her mind, sending a shiver down her spine.
If Princess and Nightmare were off-limits, then targeting the Berserkers made tactical sense. High priority, high reward.
"Looks like it's time to toss out Plan A," Ellen muttered, fingers brushing her earpiece. "We'll need a new approach."
But before she could strategize further—
"Hey, Ellen-sensei! Take more pictures of us!"
Three of her most troublesome students surrounded her, faces full of mock indignation.
"Yeah! What's so interesting about the scenery, anyway? We're way cuter!"
"Totally unfair!"
Ellen floundered, caught off-guard. "Wait, no, it's not— That's not what I—"
Before she could finish, the trio had latched onto her arms, dragging her away in a tangle of giggles and complaints.
"Wait—stop! At least let me—!"
If Shuo were here, he'd be snapping photos like a madman, savoring every second of Ellen's rare defeat. But alas—
Shuo himself was otherwise occupied—immersed to his shoulders in the villa's steaming hot spring, surrounded by fragrant mist and the soft glow of dusk.
And on either side of him, Kaguya and Yuzuru stood, clad in nothing but thin white towels.
He raised a brow, smirking. "You two really just came in here with nothing but towels? Aren't you worried I'll get handsy?"
Undeterred, both girls waded into the water, their feet sending ripples across the surface as they flanked him. The towels, already damp from the steam, clung to their skin, tracing every curve and line.
Shuo made no effort to hide his appreciation, letting his gaze linger. Kaguya caught his look and blushed, but pressed in closer, looping her arms around his.
"Heh… So, Shuo—what do you think? Even you can't resist my beauty, right?"
Across from her, Yuzuru mirrored the gesture, her face unreadable but her eyes sparkling with mischief.
"Mockery: Beauty, hmm. This is the first Yuzuru has heard of Kaguya possessing such a thing."
Kaguya scoffed, tightening her grip. "You won't be laughing when Shuo falls for my charm. Victory is inevitable!"
Yuzuru's voice was cool as ever. "Rebuttal: The one to conquer Shuo will be Yuzuru."
The two locked eyes, bodies edging closer until Shuo found himself deliciously squished between them.
A sharp inhale escaped his lips. "Damn…"
No one wore towels in the hot springs, and Shuo was no exception. Between the heat, the steam, and the twins' relentless teasing, it was a miracle he kept his composure at all.
Kaguya leaned in, her voice a sultry whisper. "Get ready, Shuo. I'm going to make you crave me so much, you'll never be satisfied without me again."
She punctuated her threat by brushing her chest—barely contained by the towel—against his arm.
Not to be outdone, Yuzuru leaned in, breath warm against Shuo's ear.
"Denial: Yuzuru will make Shuo a prisoner of Yuzuru's body."
Their scent—fresh, sweet, and dizzying—filled his senses. Shuo's hands found their waists, fingers tracing the soft, towel-clad skin. To his surprise, neither girl pulled away. Instead, their rivalry only seemed to intensify.
Kaguya shot Yuzuru a sidelong glance, a smirk playing at her lips. "You should thank me, Yuzuru. I'm letting you make the first move."
Yuzuru shook her head. "Denial. Kaguya needs this more. Yuzuru will allow Kaguya to attack first."
Kaguya blinked, a little thrown, but quickly recovered, putting on her haughtiest air.
"Ha! Once I start, Shuo's eyes won't leave me for a second. I'm only being generous because you clearly need the help—"
Yuzuru interrupted, deadpan. "Suspicion: Kaguya actually has no idea what she's doing."
Kaguya's body stiffened, a fierce blush spreading across her cheeks.
"T-that's not true! I know tons of… of stuff! Way more than you do!"
Yuzuru's lips twitched. "Doubt—then show Yuzuru."
"Hmph! Fine, watch and learn!"
Kaguya straightened, struck a pose—right hand to her head, left hand on her hip—then spun in a slow, dramatic circle.
"Mmm… mmm-hmm!"
She cycled through what she clearly thought were seductive model poses.
Shuo and Yuzuru exchanged a glance, both struggling to keep straight faces.
Yuzuru lost first, covering her mouth as a snicker slipped out. "Pffft…"
Shuo let his eyes roam appreciatively over Kaguya's form, a wry smile tugging at his lips. Her technique might have been lacking, but with the towel clinging to her flawless skin, she was still undeniably captivating.
Realizing she wasn't getting the reaction she hoped for, Kaguya's face went bright red. She crossed her arms over her chest and sank down into the water, grumbling.
"Ugh, Yuzuru, what's that supposed to mean…"
Yuzuru grinned. "Mockery: Kaguya knows nothing."
"Hmph! Like you're any better! If you know what to do, prove it!"
Yuzuru's eyes narrowed. "Agreement. Watch."
With perfect deadpan, Yuzuru blew Shuo an exaggerated kiss. "Enchanting kiss—mwah!"
Kaguya burst out laughing, one hand covering her mouth, the other pointing at Yuzuru. "Aha! That's your big move? You think that'll seduce him?"
Yuzuru huffed. "Indignant: Kaguya has no right to mock me."
"Ha! Says you!"
As the twins dissolved into another round of bickering, Shuo could only shake his head, amusement and exasperation warring on his face. He slipped from the spring, leaving the two to their endless competition.
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