In Issei home, the group was eating their dinner peacefully. As Issei was eating his dinner made by Rossweisse next to him was Irina. On Irina face she had a look of concern for Issei wondering what Rias would do to him.

Then Irina slowly reaches her hand for Issei hand. Moments later Irina was able to reach Issei hand which Issei took notice. He let Irina to take holding hands which Irina simply made a small smile. Next to Issei was Xenovia who was also slowing reaching her hand to Issei with a blushing face.

Once Issei felt another hand on his other hand he let be which was Xenovia who was holding his hand. It surprised him a bit which when he saw Xenovia blush. Irina notice her bestfriend doing which had a jeaouls look but lowered her jeaouly since she knew issei wanted to become a harem king someday.

then a group of people came inside the house which were Akeno, Asia, and Koneko. When Asia saw Issei she wanted to go hug him but remembered that Issei pushed her away. Ravel who was had the table eating had glare on her face at Koneko. 

Akeno spoke with a fake smile, "Hello everyone."

"Welcome Akeno. I'll go take fresh air. "Issei spoke.

He got out of his seat and walk out of the house wanting to be away from the girls. He went to the backyard looking at the dark sky. Then he felt pair of hands on his shoulder which he looked back which was Irina and Xenovia. 

Irina spoke, "Issei you'll are hurt."

Issei shook his head and spoke, "No. The scent on them causing me pain on my body."

"Issei. I'm sorry for you that you have to go through." Xenvia spoke with a sad expression.

Issei looked Xenovia and placed a hand under her chin which made Xenovia blush. Out of instinct Xenovia decided to make her first move which was kissing Issei on the lips. It shocked Issei by surprised it was the second time getting kissed aside from Rias. Xenovia was kssing with full passion and emotion. 

Xenovia pulled away the kiss and looked at Issei of any reaction. Irina who watched the whole thing was getting jealous that her best friend made the first move. 

Issei spoke shocked, "X-Xenovia. I..."

"It all began when you asked Michael to let us pray. From there my admiration grew since then." Xenovia explained.

Issei was about to speak but Irina interrupted, "No fair Xenovia. I was wanting to make the first move. 

Then Irin a hold back knowing if she does anything out of jealously she will fall. Issei on the on other hand decided calm Irina. He placed his hands on Irina shoulders.

Issei spoke, "Don't worry Irina you still in my heart."

Irina smile happily and spoke with a quiet tone, "Thanks Issei."

The two girls hugged Issei from his both side. Issei made a small smile meanwhile Rossweisse and Ravel watch with bit of jealously. After like thirty minutes the group outside went inside. Akeno, Asia. and Koneko already left the kitchen and headed to their rooms. 

After having their dinner they decided to sleep. Issei got in his room but smelled of dragon scent which he stood away. Issei decided to go one of the guest rooms. Once in the room Issei took the futon out of the closet and began to arrange it. 

Issei spoke, "It looks large but it will do." As he was looking at the futon. 

Issei turned off the lights and lay inside of his futon and closed his eyes.

In his mind scape he was alone surrounded by flames. He knew he was in Driag domain.

Issei spoke, "Hey Driag."

After a minute there was no response from Driag and Issei decided to shout, "Where are you old lizard?! We need to talk!."

Then in the middle of the flames Driag appeared and spoke, "What do you want partner? I had to deal with one of rival host telling me to see you."

Issei gulped and sat down crossed legged and spoke, "I'm here for a request."

"What would that be partner?" Driag asked in a amusement.

Issei responded, "I would like to train more like last time. Also I would like apologize for I did to you. I know I'm not best of friends and emotionally strong."

Driag spoke, "Very well I take your apology. I also have to apologize since of those kind of moments I have but I'll train you pass you limit like never before."

Issei spoke, "I'm glad."

"Shall we get started? This time try to endure." Driag spoke.

Before Issei got another word to say, he punched in his stomach by Driag large fist. Issei was sent flying in the void. Never in his life was to feel so much pain his dream. Issei took out his gauntlet and boosting as quickly as possible. Drdiag wasn't going to be easy on Issei. Driag sing his tail at Issei which Issei was barely to dodge before getting hit by a punch.

After a few minutes it seem Issei fighting for his life, armor was broken, ton of bruises and cuts all over his body. It also seem to be bleeding at every part of his body. Issei was trying get his bearings together then he got hit by a tail.

Driag spoke, "Yours're weak. How do you expect protect who you care?"

issei launched himself for a attack while boosting his power. Driag easily punched Issei square on his body send Issei flying back.

"Don't you want to quit?" Driag taunted.

Issei stood up weakly with his fist clenched and spoke, "No. I'll fight to the end."

Issei charged at Driag at all he got. Driag smirk then dodged the attack then made a combo moves on Issei by kicking , punching, and swinging his tail. Issei hit the ground too weak and tired to fight.

Issei spoke weakly as blood was spiting out his mouth, "No more."

Driag stop his attack and got close to Issei.

"Don't worry partner just your soul is beaten but your actual body will ache." Driag spoke trying to calm the boy.

Issei looked at Driag and spoke, "Are we friends?"

Driag responded with a chuckle, "Yeah we are."

Issei was pulled out of his mind scape. In the real world Issei felt warm objects pressing on his body. Issei tried to move but felt his body ache everywhere. 

Then Issei heard Xenovia voice, "You're awake. You was sleeping like a rock." Then Novia made a small giggle.

Issei noticed Rossweisse, Irina and Ravel were sleeping on him.

Xenovia spoke, "You're mine. Issei. The girls were worried for you. So it couldn't be helped."

Issei was disturbed by Xenovia first words but either way he was glad he was being looked after. He was too tired to ask about the girls. 

Issei spoke, "Well. I'm glad you guys care for me as I'll do the same."

Issei yawned wanting to sleep before he went night out. Issei felt Xenovia arms around him and pulled his cheek for a kiss. 

Xenovia spoke with small giggle, "Hehe. Sleep well Issei."

Issei fell asleep as the girls began to hold tightly towards Issei body.