3RD PERSON POV

Ryuoko: I appreciate the gesture really.

She was abashed, Jed buying a bracelet for her as they walked down the streets.

*GRAB*

Ryuoko: 'H-He's grabbing my hand!'

Her face was tinted pink as Jed grabs her hand unknowingly, the two heading into a restaurant.

Jed: I know it's rude but.....how old are you?

Ryuoko: I'm 38.

Jed: You look young for your age.

He said this bluntly, yet Ryuoko nods, touched by his compliment as they walked to the cashier.

???: Hello may I take your order?

Remi: You two calm down!

Gou: HELL NO I'M NOT CALMING THE FUCK DOWN!

Blyke: HE HIT ME FIRST!

Broven/Arlo: YOU TWO GET IN CONTROL!

Isen: I'M TRYING TO STOP THEM! BRO STOP FIGHTING!

*BOOM*

The guy with super strength accidentally punches Jed's face, doing absolutely nothing as he was handed a cup.

Jed: Thank you.

???: Y-Your order is gonna c-come shortly....

Jed: We'll be right back.

Jed grabs Gou's collar, lifting him into the air before looking at everyone.

Jed: All of you shut up, get along, or I'm personally kicking all of you out.

Remi: Wait you don't have to worry! We won't cause trouble.

Jed: You better kid.

Gou: A-Alright put me down ok?! I won't cause trouble-

He finds Jed staring into his soul, a shiver creeping up his spine as he quickly walks away.

Jed: Let's sit elsewhere.

Ryuoko: Ok.

He grabs an apple pie given to him from the cashier, the two sitting down as she held a slice.

SUBJECT RYUOKO CAN NOW EAT HUMAN FOOD

*CRUNCH*

Ryuoko: Mm! It's good!

Y/N: Tastes good for your first meal right?

Ryuoko smiles while eating, enjoying the food while everyone nearby watches.

???: HEY LOSER! WHAT-

*GRAB*

His hand shoots out to stop a guy from slapping a high schooler before slapping his face, sending the guy flying into the wall and knocked unconscious.

Evie: Woah...t-thank you-

Jed; Your welcome. Now go about your business.

Evie: O-Ok!

She quickly leaves and the two went on their date as usual.

Later

Makima: What kind of food do you like?

Jed:.......I do like sushi.

Makima: Sushi huh? Let's head to a sushi house then shall we?

Jed nods his head as they head into a sushi bar, a few familiar faces shocked at the sight of Makima as they sat down.

Kishibe: 'Makima has returned. But who is the brat?'

Jed: I'll order 2 of everything.

???: Are you sure?

Jed nods as the sushi chef quickly does his job, and he was brought a drink before he pours himself and Makima a glass.

Aki: Miss Makima where were you?

Makima: I was unable to go to work and was preoccupied with a few things, though I had contingencies in case of such events. I assumed everything is in order.

Kishibe: It is. Who's he?

Makima: This is Jed, and he's my date.

Everyone: HUH?!

Jed: I am.

*CHOMP*

The first sushi, salmon roll, was on his table and he takes one before chomping down though stops at the 2nd one.

Jed: ???

Makima: Thank you.

Makima takes the 2nd one and eats it, liking how it smelled and tasted as they ate the next ones coming in.

Power; IT IS ME POWER! I AM THE SCARIEST-

She suddenly stares into Jed's eyes, startled by how empty and soulless they were before quietly backing away.

Jed: Did I scare her?

Makima: A tad bit.

Kobeni: H-Hello J-Jed.

Himeno: Never knew Makima had a boyfriend like you~

Jed: Yeah.

*CHOMP*

Kishibe: Are you human?

Jed: I am.

*CHOMP*

Makima and Jed devoured everything, food stuffed into their mouth every minute before the last plate was finished.

Jed: I'll pa-

Makima: No need. You paid for me before, so it's only fair I'll pay for the food now.

Jed:.....Thanks.

Makima pays for the food though Kishibe stared at Jed with a curious look on his face.

Kishibe: 'Interesting.....she is not controlling him whatsoever and is agreeing with his choices too.'

Later

Layla: *smile* It's quite an experience journeying with you-

Orcs: GET THEM ALL-

Jed: Bang.

*BOOM*

They splattered against the wooden walls, the orcs and mercenaries outside backing away as Jed gets up.

DOMAIN EXPANSION

MALEVOLENT SHRINE

*WHOOSH*

Thousands upon thousands of mercenaries and such in the current kingdom they were in were confused, seeing themselves stuck in the expansive domain as Jed raises his finger.

Jed: DISMANTLE

*SLICE*

He cancels his domain and sits down, the corpses littering outside as Layla was curious.

Layla: Domain expansion?

Jed: Using cursed energy. I copied this from......someone I fought. Killed him, but his techniques proved useful.

Layla: What happened? What's with the orcs?

Knights: *pant* E-Everyone go home! Lock your doors! The.....

The noises drowned down, Jed looking at a map as his eyes trailed the kingdoms blankly.

Jed: Sorry. Looks like there's something I need to do.

Layla: That's fine by me. Take your time.

Later

Artoria: Are you ok?

Scarlet Queen: *grumble* I don't know what to offer him.

Artoria: What do you mean?

Scarlet Queen: *pout* Jed has something for Ryuoko. Makima's willing to listen to him as he listens to her, and Jed and Layla naturally get along. There's just me.....embodiment of chaos yet I can't get one human to love me....

Artoria: Did you try going on a date or talking to him?

Scarlet Queen: *grumble* I never done that before. I'm a god. I don't do romance but......O want to now. Just for some stupid human.......

Artoria: So you like him?~

Scarlet Queen: HELL NO!

She had a blush on her cheeks as she yells at Artoria though quiets down as Jed teleports to them.

Jed: I got lunch.

Scarlet Queen: Mine.

She grabs her portion before wolfing it down, though froze at the delicious taste.

Jed: I made it myself.

*CRUNCH*

The Queen slows down, melting onto the table and enjoying the taste while Artoria was wolfing down her meal.

Jed: I got better at this dish just for you two.

Scarlet Queen: *touched* 'He did? ACK! I'M  FALLING FOR A HUMAN! AKSNSJSJSJSNSJJZJZ!'

Artoria: *abashed* 'Thank you'

*CRUNCH*

Later

Kishibe: So what do you think of Makima?

Jed: She's fine. She takes her time to understand me, and we both are good listeners I guess.

Kishibe: Do you know she's the control devil?

Jed: Yeah. But she doesn't control me.

Kishibe: Really...are you human?

Jed: I am, but I'm not exactly normal either.

Kishibe: I see....

They were chatting, Makima watching from a distance to hear what Jed had to say of her.

Jed: I trust her. She may be leaning towards Pochita, but I trust her not to do anything. She helps me, I help her. She listens to me, I listen to her. She trusts me, I'll trust her. We're different, and yes. I'm selfish, immoral, cynical, and I do not care about the consequences of killing people because I can....but in the end, I just like for someone to be there for me....by my side.....

Kishibe:....You don't seem to show emotion. Why's that?

Jed: I lost them....years ago when my family died.

Kishibe: You had a family?

Jed: Wife and kids. After that....I just stopped caring. What's the point of feeling emotions? What's the point of reacting to anything when the only thing you ever loved was ripped away from you? I can't register much of anything anymore...but maybe.....maybe I can at least feel some emotion when I'm with Makima....

Kishibe: Are you sure?

Jed: Yeah....there are some other women I'm fond of too though. Artoria, Ryuoko, Layla...even Scarlet Queen and Salem.....Makima knows, and we all agreed on dates.

Kishibe: Like a harem of sorts Hm..........

Jed: 'Maybe I can actually feel something.'

Later

Hinami: CMON SMILE!

Jed: I just can't. I don't know why.

EMOTION INHIBITOR BROKEN: 20%

Hinami tries to make him make funny faces, Jed stoic though allows it anyway as Ryuoko tries to stop her.

Ryuoko: H-Hold on sweetie! We don't need to-

Hinami: He's dad right? Then he should marry mom!

Ryuoko: *RED* MARRY?!

Jed: Not yet.

Jed: Not yet at least...

Ryuoko's face was beet red as Hinami hugs them both, laughing.

Touka: 'They really are meant for each other.'

*HUG*

Jed: *hug* I committed mass genocide in another world.

Everyone: EH?!

Jed: But they are grateful because I saved their continent from....Black Dogs? I think that's what they're called. Their idea of ruling is kind of off putting and stupid....and it made all the women suffer. They're inviting me for a dinner in 2 weeks and they said I can invite guests. Can you two come? They're like princesses.

Hinami: Is the food good?

Jed: Yeah. The food is good.

Hinami: I can eat food now...so I want meat!

They discussed food, Jed content with the two in his arms though a certain green haired woman watches from afar.

???: Maybe he's the key to ending this meaningless conflict~

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