DxD: Path of the Gremory Prince

My heart almost leapt out of my mouth when I heard Asia's trembling voice whispering:

"Makima-san, please don't do this... I... I don't want to..."

My instincts went into high alert, and a bizarre scene appeared in my mind. Immediately, I took a step forward, grabbed the handle of the bathroom door, and opened it swiftly.

"MAKIMA, LEAVE THE AS-!"

My voice died in my throat. The steam from the hot water enveloped the bathroom, creating a sensual haze in the air, and amid all this steam, Makima was kneeling behind Asia, holding the blonde's shoulders with one hand while holding a bath sponge in the other.

They were both completely naked, with Asia sitting on a stool.

It was then that I realized my mistake. Makima wasn't hurting Asia, but holding the girl's shoulders so she could soap her.

Asia turned her head towards me, her green eyes blinking repeatedly in confusion before going completely wide. Her face, which was already flushed from the heat of the bath and Makima's touch, turned as red as a tomato.

"M-Milicas-san?!"

"Oh, you've arrived?" Makima asked, smiling as if nothing was strange about the situation.

"I... I..." My mind failed to find words.

Makima had an impressive body, with beautiful curves and much more muscle than I had imagined she would have. Her breasts were big enough to sway when she turned to look at me.

Asia's body was more delicate, with small breasts, a slim waist, and slender legs.

Makima moved her hand away from the bath sponge and asked:

"Master... do you intend to keep watching us like this? Or are you here to join us?"

I realized I had been staring too long. I felt the blood rush to my face.

"I'm sorry!" I said as I closed the door.

I turned around, leaning against the corridor wall. My heart was beating fast, and my breathing was rapid.

'WHAT WAS THAT?!'

The whole scene lasted only a few seconds, but, for me, that bathroom door seemed to be the gateway to heaven. Their completely naked bodies were an image hard to forget.

The white skin, the droplets of water running down their thighs, and the streams of water flowing between their breasts...

I had received too much stimulation in just a few moments, so much so that my mind was still processing everything I had seen.

A few minutes later, the girls came out of the bathroom dressed in their new pajamas. Asia still looked a little embarrassed by the situation but smiled shyly at me.

"I'm sorry for the embarrassment, Milicas-san," she said. "It's been a long time since someone washed my back, so I felt a chill when Makima-san touched me with the sponge."

I was slightly surprised that she knew I had gone into the bathroom because she realized I thought something was wrong.

"It's okay, Asia. You were just showering together, and I misunderstood." I said, sipping some tea and pretending to be calm. "I see you've bought yourselves some clothes." I glanced at them.

Asia was wearing a cyan long-sleeved pajama set, and Makima was wearing a white tank top with black shorts.

Makima put one hand on Asia's head and smiled warmly. "Choosing pretty clothes for pretty girls like Asia was easy."

Asia blushed a little and lowered her gaze, playing with the hem of her pajamas.

"Makima-san picked out almost everything for me... I'm not very good at fashion."

"You'll learn over time," Makima said, and then looked at me.

"Asia, why don't you go to bed first? I need to talk to Milicas about something in private."

Asia looked at Makima, then at me. When I nodded to her, she smiled and said: "Alright. Good night, Milicas-san! Makima-san, see you later."

"Good night, Asia."

The moment the door to the room at the end of the corridor closed, Makima sat down at the table with me.

She crossed her legs and rested her elbows on the table, interlacing the fingers of her hands. 

"Milicas, I want you to answer something... Why exactly did you open the door so desperately?"

Part of me had expected her to bring up this subject. I put my cup of tea on the table and looked at her, ready to respond with complete sincerity.

"Asia's voice was shaky. I thought something bad might be happening."

Makima uncrossed her fingers and rested her face on her right hand.

"You don't have to use ambiguous words with me. I know that was a protective instinct triggered by my presence. You know me as Devil Control, so, naturally, you must still fear me in some way… In the old days, I would have used that to my advantage. Manipulating others through fear was as easy as breathing."

Her gaze wandered for a moment, remembering something distant.

"But one day, I realized that the more power I accumulated, the more monotonous and lonely my life became. I don't want that."

Paying attention to the words Makima was using, I could tell that these were all memories and ideas imposed by the Kotoamatsukami, which the former contractor had applied to her.

"I hope you understand that my only goal is to help you achieve your objective, Milicas. That way, I can have power and also not be lonely," Makima said.

I looked her straight in the eye, and all the mistrust I might have had disappeared at that moment.

"I'm sorry for thinking the wrong thing about you, Makima. We've only been together for two days... I'll need longer than that to get used to everything. But I promise I won't suspect your actions anymore."

She nodded slightly, looking pleased. "Thank you."

[Makima likes your honesty.]

[You received +1 Relationship Point with Makima.]

After that, Makima and I talked a bit about our day. I told her that Asia would probably start in Kuoh Academy next week and that I would try to find Makima a teaching position there. 

"Teacher?"

"Why? Is there a problem?"

"Not exactly. It's just that I never saw myself as a mentor for young minds." 

"Asia seems to have taken a liking to you. I'm sure the others will too... By the way, did you and Asia buy dresses today?" 

Makima arched an eyebrow. "No. Why do you ask?" 

"There's going to be a formal ball at my family's mansion this Saturday. My parents will be there, so it will be the perfect opportunity for me to introduce my new companions." 

"Shall we meet your parents?" Makima slowly stood up and walked towards the kitchen. "Then I need to look my best for this occasion." Looking over her shoulder, she smiled and then turned to open the fridge.

"Right... I'll make sure to take you to a good dress store tomorrow." I said, and ducked my head to hide my blush. 'Makima knows very well the power of a smile from a woman like her.'

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The next day, I met Makima and Asia at a square in the center of Kuoh City after school.

"Are you ready?" I asked.

"I can't wait to see the dresses! I've never been to a ball before," Asia said, and Makima just nodded with a smile.

"Then let's go. Today is all about you two, and I'll just watch and give my opinion." 

Makima arched an eyebrow, as if she were planning something. This made me curious.

Before we reached the street lined with high-end boutiques, Asia lagged behind for a moment because she stopped to admire a window display of an accessory store. I turned back and noticed that Asia's eyes were drawn to all the earrings, necklaces, and clips. 

"Why don't we go inside?" I suggested, and that made her eyes sparkle with happiness.

"I think a bow would look nice," Asia murmured, looking at a white bow with gold details on a mannequin. 

"It would match your angelic appearance," I commented.

Asia blushed and smiled. "Don't say that in public, Milicas-san..." 

[Asia Argento likes being complimented by you.]

[You've received +1 Relationship Point with Asia Argento.]

While Asia was still deciding what she was going to buy, Makima picked up a pair of black lace gloves and slipped them onto her hands. 

"What do you think, Master?" she asked.

"They suit you," I said, and the memory of Makima wearing a black bra the day I used the Queen's piece on her came to mind because it was the same color.

"Then I'll take these gloves," Makima smiled as if she had achieved something. 

The color black seemed to suit her very well. A black dress for the ball would make me have memories… But I wouldn't mind too much. 

[Makima appreciates your appreciation of her.]

[You have received +1 Relationship Point with Makima.]

After Asia finally chose a blue bow for her hair and Makima bought the gloves, I paid for everything, and we headed to the main avenue lined with stores.

While Makima walked beside me, Asia was a little ahead this time. It was then that Makima commented:

"You seem nicer to her than to me." 

"That's just in your head." 

Makima tilted her head slightly and said: "So if I asked you for a candy, would you buy it for me?" 

I didn't understand women. I had just bought Makima a pair of designer gloves, and she said that I didn't care much about her? I couldn't figure out where that came from. 

"If you ask nicely, maybe I'll buy it."

Makima put a finger to her lips, pretending to think. "So... Milicas-sama, can you buy me a chocolate cake, please?"

The way she used 'sama' instead of 'san' sent a shiver down my spine.

"..."

"..."

"All right."

Satisfied, Makima smiled at my answer. When she finally spotted a candy store, she looked at me like a cat staring at its owner when it's hungry. 

We entered the store, and Asia was delighted with the vast variety of candies.

Asia chose a cupcake with M&M frosting, Makima got a slice of Swiss chocolate cake, and I got a semi-sweet chocolate candy.

[Makima enjoyed eating something she likes.]

[You received +1 Relationship Point with Makima.]

[Asia Argento enjoyed eating something she likes.]

[You received +1 Relationship Point with Asia Argento.]

After that, we finally went to the dress store. The store we chose wasn't a department store, nor was it a luxury store, but it was refined to a certain level — the typical place where you can rent a wedding dress for considerably less.

As soon as we entered, an attendant came to greet us.

"Welcome! Can I help you find something specific?"

"We need gala dresses for a formal ball for them," I replied.

"Oh, perfect! We have plenty of options. Ladies, please follow me."

Thus began my long wait. I sat on a bench near the entrance to the store, holding the bag containing Makima's gloves and Asia's bow.

After half an hour, I saw the woman who had attended to us coming towards me.

"Sir, your friends are waiting for you in the fitting room area. They want your opinion. Please come with me."

Then the attendant took me to the fitting room area of the store and said she would be back in a few minutes to check on their decision.

"Master, are you there?" Makima called out, her voice coming from one of the fitting rooms.

'She's probably changing and heard the clerk.'

I took a deep breath and said, "Yes, Makima. Can I get you anything?"

It was then that Makima poked her head out of the fitting room.

"Don't be shy, come closer."

'She's up to something,' I deduced and still approached the fitting room she was in.

"Do you want me to bring you another outfit you like or something?"

She denied it.

"Today, you've been quite a gentleman with us and catered to our every whim. Doesn't that deserve a reward?"

"A reward... What kind of reward?"

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