A few days later, Rin found himself once again invited to the Occult Research Club. This time, however, the atmosphere was different. All the members were present, their gazes a mixture of curiosity and apprehension as Rias led him into the dimly lit room.
Issei Hyoudou was there, looking predictably flustered and a little intimidated. Beside him sat Asia Argento, her gentle blue eyes wide with a sweet innocence. Kiba Yuuto offered a polite, if somewhat reserved, smile, while Koneko Toujou observed Rin with her usual stoic, feline intensity. Gasper Vladi was, as usual, hiding in his cardboard box in the corner, though Rin could sense his timid curiosity.
Rin wasn't particularly surprised to see Issei. As for Asia, while he found her purity commendable, he mentally filed her away as 'not harem material.' Girls who were too pure often became damsels in distress, a trope he found tiresome. He preferred his women with a bit more… edge.
As Rias began the introductions, Rin subtly accessed his system. He focused on Asia and Issei.
Asia Argento:
* Affection towards Issei Hyoudou: 30/100 (-) (+)
* General Purity: 95/100
Issei Hyoudou:
* Affection towards Asia Argento: 25/100 (-) (+)
* Fear of Intimacy (Raynare Trauma): 70/100 (-) (+)
Time to play matchmaker, Rin thought with an inward smirk. He pushed Asia's affection for Issei to 90/100. Then, he tackled Issei's trauma, dialing down the "Fear of Intimacy" to a negligible 10/100 and simultaneously boosting his "Affection towards Asia Argento" to 90/100. There. A new couple is born. My good deed for the day. He briefly considered pairing Koneko with Issei too, but the thought of her fiery older sister, Kuroka, and the potential for a sister-act in his own harem, was far too appealing. That was a project for another time.
"This is Rin Takakura," Rias announced, her voice carrying a hint of pride. "He's a new friend of the club."
Rin offered a charming smile. "A pleasure to meet you all." He introduced himself, and the others reciprocated, though their confusion was palpable.
"Buchou," Kiba began, his tone respectful, "if I may ask, why is Takakura-kun here today?"
The unspoken question hung in the air: Why is a seemingly normal human being introduced to our demonic inner circle?
Rias took a deep breath. "Rin Takakura will be joining the Occult Research Club as a new member."
Surprise rippled through the room. Issei's jaw dropped. Koneko's eyes widened fractionally. Even Kiba looked taken aback.
"A… a normal member?" Issei stammered.
"Yes," Rias confirmed. "Our first, and likely last, non-peerage member." She then turned to Rin. "Rin, could you excuse us for just a moment?"
Rin nodded understandingly and stepped outside, closing the door behind him. He leaned against the wall, his Mind Reader ability easily piercing the wooden barrier.
"Rias, why?" Koneko's thoughts were blunt. "Are you planning to turn him into a devil too?"
Rias's mental voice was flustered. "No! I mean… he's special. And… and it would allow Akeno and me to spend more time with him…" She mentally cringed. That wasn't the strong, impartial image she usually projected.
Akeno's thoughts chimed in, supportive but equally unsure how to articulate their reasoning without revealing the full extent of their… relationship with Rin. "Koneko-chan, Rin-kun is… important to us."
Seeing their struggle, Rin decided to intervene. He casually opened the door and poked his head in. "Sorry, did I hear someone call me? I thought I heard my name."
Rias looked surprised, then relieved. "Ah, yes, Rin! Come back in. We were just… finalizing some details." She seized the opportunity. Rin, meanwhile, subtly used his system to dial down the "Curiosity" and "Suspicion" levels of the other club members regarding his induction. A wave of placid acceptance seemed to settle over them.
The rest of the club meeting passed relatively smoothly, with the members now more accepting, if still slightly bewildered, by Rin's presence. Soon, the bell rang, signaling the end of classes for the day.
"Rin-kun," Rias said, her eyes sparkling as the other members began to file out, "Akeno and I were hoping you'd stay behind for a bit. There are some… club matters we'd like to discuss more privately."
The "club matters," as expected, involved the three of them alone in the clubroom, the door firmly locked. The authoritative Buchou and the mischievous Vice-President quickly transformed into eager supplicants, their eyes shining with adoration and anticipation, waiting for their master's command. The meeting, predictably, ended with the room filled with the sounds of their passionate endeavors.
The next morning, sunlight filtered into Rin's opulent bedroom. Ai Hayasaka moved with her usual silent efficiency, laying out his Kuoh Academy uniform. Rin was still deeply asleep, a slight smile on his face. Ai paused, her gaze drawn to the prominent bulge beneath his silk pajama bottoms. His morning vigor was, as always, impressive.
A mischievous, tender smile touched her lips. Kneeling beside the bed, she gently eased back the covers. Her master looked so peaceful, so handsome. Unable to resist, she leaned down, her warm breath ghosting over him before her lips tenderly enveloped his already turgid length. She savored the taste, the texture, her movements slow and worshipful.
Rin stirred slightly in his sleep, a soft groan escaping him as Ai's ministrations continued. He released his morning offering into her mouth just as he began to drift towards full consciousness. Ai swallowed every drop, a look of blissful contentment on her face, as if she had just consumed the most exquisite nectar.
Rin's eyes fluttered open. He saw Ai kneeling before him, her lips slightly parted, a silvery trace of his essence at their corner. His gaze dropped to his exposed, now-softening member. Realization dawned, and with it, a fresh wave of arousal.
"Ai…" he murmured, his voice husky.
Her eyes met his, full of adoration. "Good morning, Rin-sama."
The sight of her, so devoted, so willing, was an irresistible trigger. His private part surged back to attention.
In the end, they shared a long, steamy bath, their morning "ritual" ensuring they were both thoroughly satisfied, if a little rushed. Fortunately, with the Takakura family chauffeur on standby, they still managed to arrive at Kuoh Academy just before the first bell.