No one's POV

Currently, everyone in the ORC was at the clubroom with a sudden visitor that they weren't expecting. It was Ravel Phoenix. The little sister of Riser Phoenix. She was sitting on the couch, with Sora and Rias sitting the opposite direction, while the rest were standing near the entrance.

Ravel: Rias, I apologize the sudden visit. Actually, I wanted to ask for your advice regarding my brother.

The two of them looked surprise. Its not everyday someone the unexpected just come by and ask for a weird favor.

Rias: Riser...

Sora: What does that Flame Boy wants?

Ravel: Well, I assume you've heard the stories about him. Like, how he does nothing but mope about since that incident.

Both of them could only nodded their heads. The time of the rating game between the Rias household and the Phoenix household had passes for almost a year. During that time, Sora had crashed in during their engagement party and win on a one on one fight with Riser. The phoenix who had never lost even once.

Xenovia: Riser? I've heard the rumors, too...

Irina: Who is he?

Asia: He's from the Phoenix family and Big sister Rias's ex-fiancé.

Irina: Fiancé?! How romantic!

Rossweisse: It sounds so noble!

Irina then realized something.

Irina: Hang on. If he is her ex-fiancé, then...

Issei: Yeah well, Bro crashed their engagement party and challenged that Grilled Chicken to a duel. Bro won and he took back Rias. On the other hand, Grilled Chicken had never lost before, so...

Riser was at a depressed states ever since then. Unable to leave his room. Moaning about his lost. Slumping all day long. Ravel who was tired of her brother's sulking all day attitude decided to ask for helps.

Rias: Riser still hasn't recovered from that, right?

Ravel: I probably shouldn't have come here, but... I only have your place to turn to for this.

Rias: My place what do you mean?

Ravel: When I was asking for advice on how to help my brother, I was told that he should learn the so called fortitude that your peerage possesses. That is what your household is famous for.

Rias: Fortitude?

Sora: -_- Oh boy...

Xenovia: Fortitude, huh...

Jeanne: A certain someone knows all about that.

Jeanne nodded her head and the whole ORC look at the person sitting next to Rias and the boy could only sigh. Each of them smile at the boy. Akeno let out a small hum, Kiba just let out a chuckle.

Ravel: More precisely... He should be ashamed of himself! I can't believe he's been sulking for a half year because of one loss. He even says that he is afraid of Dragons and Heroes! Since then, he hasn't participated in a single rating game. Gossip magazines have been writing whatever they want about him. He got traumatized by one battle with Lord Sora, and how he cannot touch anything that relates to Dragons.

Ravel said a bit of a teasing tone for her brother pathetic display, but suddenly grumble with annoyance.

Ravel: I would understand if he was simply holding grudge against Lord Sora. He should man up and learn from the experience of that defeat and grow stronger. It really, really shameful! But...

In the end, Riser is still her Big brother. And Sora could see some of his past self in Riser. How he would kept a poker face smile in front of everyone. But deep down, he was deeply wounded for what happened to Mio and Jiraiya. After he recalled all those memories, Sora sigh before standing up.

Sora: Oh alright.

Ravel: Eh...?

Sora: I will do something about your brother. I guess it's practically my fault that he's like this. So I'll deal with him. All he needs is to learn fortitude, right? So leave him to me. So Ravel, don't worry about it anymore.

Sora just gave her a warm smile. The rest all just smile at him as well. Sora is always willing to help people. No matter who or what they are. And Ravel started blushing and look away embarrassed.

Ravel: Well... if you absolutely insist... I-I will accept your help Lord Sora. Please work hard for a high-ranking devil.

Ravel said half smug and half embarrassed.

Ravel: I... I would really appreciate it.

Sora: Yeah... Yeah...

(Timeskip)

And so, the whole club member all went aboard the Gremory train and they were all heading towards the Phoenix household and everyone was playing cards. They were playing joker card game and Rossweisse ended up losing again.

Rossweisse: I lost again!

Jeanne: I'm sorry Rossweisse. But you have a really bad poker face.

Irina: That's right. It was so obvious.

Rias and Akeno who were sitting on the other side watching the rest just couldn't help but smile.

Akeno: It's been awhile since we last visited the Phoenix house.

Rias: Yes, you're right.

Rias and Akeno glance towards Sora and Ravel who were talking and smiling with one another on the other side of the sits.

(Timeskip)

After taking the train to the Underworld, Ravel leads Sora and Rias down the path that leads to the Phoenix House. Once there, Sora's eyes become as wide as dinner plates once he saw the size of the Phoenix establishment.

Sora: And here I thought Rias's house was big. You could probably fit an entire city in this house.

Ravel then takes Sora and Rias to Riser's bedroom, as they walk past Riser's peerage all of them bowing to Sora.

Sora: So, like, what exactly has Riser done since the Rating Game?

Ravel: He stays in his room all day running rating game simulations. Occasionally he will summon people who are good at chess to play with him.

As soon as the arrive on his room, Ravel knocked on his door.

Ravel: Riser, you have guests.

Riser: Ravel? I don't want to see anybody today. I had nightmare. I don't feel like meeting anybody.

Riser replies groggily from inside his bedroom and Ravel just sigh.

Ravel: Your guest is Lady Rias.

Suddenly, a loud crash could be heard from the inside. And by the sound, Riser seemed to have fallen from his bed.

Riser: Rias?!

Rias: Riser, it's me.

Riser: What have you some here after such a long time, Rias?! Are you here to laugh at me?! Or maybe... you're here to brag about your wonderful life with the Black Dragon Emperor?

Riser demanded from inside his room.

Rias: I want to talk with you for a bit. Let me see your face.

They hear loud stomping noises and see Riser open the door, clad in his pajamas.

Riser: What could you possibly want to talk about with the man you rejected?! Wha—?!

Riser then immediately freezes as soon as his eyes laid upon Sora.

Riser: B-B-B-Black Dragon Emperor?

Sora: -_- Yo... How is it going, Flame boy?

Riser: NO!

Sora, Rias, and Ravel watched as Riser then dashed back into his room and hid beneath his bed sheets.

Riser: Leave, now! I don't want to remember what happened back then! Riser refuses to ever endure something like that ever again!

Rias: Is this really someone who has never lost a game since they was born?

Ravel: For crying out loud.

Ravel approaches the bed and pulls the sheet off of Riser.

Ravel: Riser, Rias has taken the time to come and talk with you. Stop hiding under the bed sheets.

Riser: No! Riser refuses! Leave me be!

Riser begs. Sora palms his head, unable to watch this pathetic scene.

Sora: This is just pathetic.

Sora approaches the bed.

Sora: Look Flame Boy,the only reason I came here is because your sister asked me for help. So I am going to ask as nicely as I can for you to please put on some clothes, and let's get going.

Riser grabs his pillow and puts it over his head.

Riser: NO!

Sora sighs.

Sora: Well, since you want to do it the hard way...

Sora then grabs Riser by his ankle and yanks him off the bed.

Sora: I tried to be nice about it, but you chose to be stubborn.

Riser: No! Unhand Riser you buffoon!

Riser ordered, clawing at the ground futilely as Sora dragged him out of the room.

(Timeskip)

After finally persuading Riser, they were outside the estate as Sora was packing his bag. Riser was sitting on the edge of their fountain with a disgusted look.

Riser: What is this bullshit?

Rias: So what's your plan?

Issei: And why am I here as well?

Sora: He should be here any minute now. As for you Issei, your coming along.

Issei: WHAT?!?! I never agree to this!!

Sora then glared at him and Issei could only flinch.

Sora: You. Are. Coming. As. Well. Did. I. Made. Myself. Clear?

Issei: C-Clear!!

Suddenly, a large shadow flying over them.

Tannin: It's been a while since I've seen you guys.

Tannin says, landing in front of them.

Sora: Thanks for coming!

Riser stiffened and screamed in fear.

Riser: T-T-T-Tannin! The ultimate class devil and legendary dragon?!

Tannin then lands in front of Riser, making the Phoenix shudder and shake.

Tannin: Riser Phoenix, huh? I've watched your previous fights in the past and saw the proud devil you are. Now all I see is a man with serious issues.

Sora hefts his bag over his shoulder and dragged Issei along with him.

Sora: We were hoping that maybe you could help teach him some fortitude.

Tannin: Oh, I see... Fortitude... That's a good idea. So I take it you two are coming along as well?

Sora: Yeah!

Riser: N-NO!

Riser sprouts his wings.He tries to fly away until Tannin grabs him in his hand.

Tannin: Quit trying to run away. If you truly are a Phoenix then prepare yourself and stop acting like a child.

Sora sprouts his own wings and flies up alongside Issei and landed on Tannin's back, before looking down at Rias and Ravel.

Sora: Well, see you girls in a few days!

Rias: Please don't hesitate to call me if you need help.

Sora: Come on, Rias! It's me, remember?

Ravel: Wait!

Ravel halts them.

Ravel: Take me with as well! I want to help my brother!

Tannin leans his head close to Sora and whispers...

Tannin: Seems like the girl has eyes for you. Maybe we should take her along, she might be able to help.

Sora: -_- Don't give me dating tips.

Rias: Sora, you have my permission. Please take Ravel with you.

Sora: Sure! Let's go, Ravel!

Ravel smiles and she activates her Phoenix wings and she started changing her clothes into a more of a jungle uniform.

Sora: Um... You do realized we're going to a snowy mountain right? Are you sure you want to dress like that?

Ravel: Some snowing blizzard to cool off the likes of the Phoenix.

Sora: If you say so.

Issei started looking at Ravel with a perverted look and that made Ravel uncomfortable and she hid behind Sora and the holy swordsman just sigh and chopped his head.

Sora: Stop it!

Issei: Sorry...

Riser: NO! WHY DOES RISER HAVE TO GO TO THE DRAGON MOUNTAINS?!

Ravel: This is for you own good, Riser! Just accept it!

Riser: NOOOOOOOO!

(Timeskip)

Some times has passed since their departure and Sora, Issei, Ravel had finally arrived at the Dragon's Valley. Sora and Issei laugh in amazement as they see all the Dragons in the mountain.

Issei: Wow, incredible!

Sora: This is the first time I come here. What a wonderful sight.

Riser: D-D-Dragons?!

Tannin: This is the place where me and my brethren live. It is where we will begin your training, Riser.

Suddenly, a white dragon appeared next to them.

???: Lord Tannin, you called for me?

Tannin: Amayori. They will assist you in Riser's training. Riser Phoenix, here in these mountains you will learn the fortitude that is lacking in you!

Sora: But, I can handle his training...

Tannin: Knowing you, you won't be strict enough with him. You along with Issei Hyoudou. You both should also do the training. You'll start with running.

Sora: You got it boss!

Issei: *sigh* Of course...

(Timeskip)

After Sora, Issei, and Riser had put on their winter gear, the three of them started running at the most coldest dragon mountain in the place. Sora was at the lead, Issei second, and the last was none other than Riser.

Sora: Keep up the pace. Both of you!

Issei: Easier said than done!

Amayori then blasted from behind Riser and depleted his fire wings.

Riser: You froze my fire!

Amayori: Riser, when you are running, you need to call out dragon! Come on, say it! Say it!

Ravel: Big Brother, you cannot give up at this level!

Sora and Issei who was running miles ahead from Riser just sigh.

Sora: Is this really the same person I beat?

Issei: Watching from here, he is just like an adventurer who is being attacked by a dragon in the mountain.

(Timeskip)

The training continues and the three of them were currently climbing mountains using their mountain gear. The wall was steeped enough, that one mistake could instantly made them fall to their death.

Riser: I'm... I'm dying.

Riser was panting. They had barely just started climbing, but Riser was already complaining that he wasn't fit for this.

Issei: It hasn't been that long since we started training.

Sora: -_- This just prove that you never really taken any physical training.

Riser grits his teeth.

Riser: Riser is a pure high-ranking devil! It's a Phoenix's duty to put value over blood and shrewdness! Riser refuses to do this training!

Riser then activated his Phoenix wings and started to flew right to the top of the mountains, but Amayori just blasted his wings, and froze them right away. Riser with his wings frozen instantly fell down screaming.

Amayori: Don't even think about running away.

Riser: Are you TRYING to kill me?!

Sora: Haven't thought about it.

Issei: We are going to have a rocky road ahead.

(Timeskip)

After several days of traning, Ravel had laid out breakfast for her and Sora. While Issei and Riser was still forced to run through the mountains.

Ravel: It's been three days since the training started. How's my brother doing?

Soralooks back as he hears Riser screaming as he was running from Amayori, while Issei was just trying his best not to get blasted.

Sora: I'm not really sure. To be honest, I was just like him when I first started training my moves. With the Pervy Sage.

Sora then takes a bite into his pancakes.

Sora: But I'm sure Riser will get there soon enough.

Ravel: Good.

Ravel sighs in relief.

Ravel: I'm glad he's progressing, none the less.

Ravel then sneezes.

Sora: Listen, I know your family is all about formality, but aren't you the slightest bit cold wearing a dress out here in a blizzard?

Ravel: I'm not cold. It's only proper for a woman to wear a dress for morning tea.

Sora: -_- Please stop trying to act tough.

Sora said, while grabbing another winter jacket and put them around Ravel and she started blushing. Her cheeks was scarlet red. She could feel Sora's warmth in the jacket that he gave her.

Ravel: Thank you...

Sora: Sure. And more importantly, these pancakes are delicious.

Ravel: You really like them? I got what I could from home but there were some ingredients that I couldn't find.

Sora: Well, trust me, these are great! I don't think I could make pancakes this good.

Ravel: O-Of course! You can count yourself lucky that you get to eat my handmade pancakes. You should be thankful.

Ravel said with a smug and Sora just sigh.

Sora: Sure...Sure...

Ravel: What's with that attitude of yours? Jeez, and I woke up so early this morning too...

Sora: Oh... You woke up early just to make pancakes for me~ I'm flattered!

Sora said with a smirk and Ravel denied with a furious blush.

Ravel: You got it wrong! I didn't do it for you! I just can make dozens of pancakes in a short amount of time. I just happened to wake up early this morning.

Ravel just made up a poor excuses and Sora just shook his head left and right before smiling.

Sora: Come to think of it, I haven't properly thanked you yet.

Ravel: Thanked me?

Sora: Remember during the party? You gave me a vial of Phoenix tears.

Ravel: Oh that... That was just a token of our new acquaintanceship. It's nothing.

Sora: But without it, I would have been in serious trouble. Thank you.

Sora expressed his words of gratitude. If it wasn't for the Phoenix tears that Ravel had given him, Sora would have definitely lost his life. He will definitely fall into the darkness without ever accepting himself for who he really is. Ravel who hear this could hold her scarlet cheeks and look away embarrassed.

Ravel: Is...Is that so? Well, I'm glad to hear that it was useful.

Ravel then noticed that Sora was looking at her. She started blushing even further.

Ravel: Wh—What are you doing?

Sora: I was just wondering. If you went to a human school, what year would you be in?

Ravel: Fine, just for you I will answer your question. I would be a first year student if I went to a human high school.

Sora: I see. So you would be the same grade as Koneko.

Ravel: At some point, I'd like to try on the Kuoh Academy uniform.

Sora: Yeah, that's a great idea. I'm sure you'd look great in one.

Ravel: Of course! It is me that we're talking about. And, c-can I visit your clubroom again in the near future?

Sora just gave her a warm smile.

Sora: Of course. You are always welcome. You could also stop by at our place. And next time, I'll cook something for you.

Ravel then smile happily.

Ravel: Th-Then, I will visit without any reserve! After all, it is also a high-ranking devil's job to learn about the ordinary life of humans. Oh, by the way, Rias and the others are coming to the mountain tonight.

Sora: Wait, seriously? In this cold?

Ravel: Yeah, turns out that there's a really nice hot spring around here.

Sora: Hot spring... huh...

They both hear Riser scream again and look back to see a small avalanche emanate from where Amayori was training him.

(Timeskip)

Later that night, in the cave of one of the mountain, Sora, Issei, Riser were sleeping there. Sora was already asleep, while Issei was still thinking of what he had overheard Sora and Ravel's conversation.

Issei(mind): A hot spring. Asia and the others are currently bathing... This means I have a chance to see boobs while on this mountains. I must go! To the hot spring!

Issei slowly stood up and look back and saw Sora sleeping peacefully in his sleeping bag.

Issei(mind): With bro here, I need to sneak away quietly. Or not, this will never work.

Issei look towards Riser. He was confused by the quietness. Usually, Riser always complaining. And as he look towards the sleeping bag, he was surprise to see a dummy.

Issei(mind): A DECOY!! He must have been listening to their conversation as well!

Issei quickly activates his Balance Breaker and flew out of the cave to pursue Riser. He knows that Riser must be on his way towards the Hot spring.

Issei(mind): I can't let him see everybody else's tits.

As he soared through the sky, he then saw Riser flying ahead.

Issei:RISER!

Riser looked back in anger.

Riser: Well, looks like you found Riser.

Issei: Were you planning to peek inside the hot spring?!

Riser: And just what's wrong with that?! As a gentlemen, it's my job to look at women in hot springs while they bathe!

Issei: Is that what someone from a noble family would do?!

Issei then dashed forward and went to punch Riser upward. But Riser managed to avoid them on time.

Riser: It seems you've gotten quicker then that last time we fought. But, do you think you can beat me in an aerial battle?! But either way, STOP BEING A HINDRANCE TOWARDS RISER'S PLEASURABILITY! I cannot stand the fact that only you get to enjoy them!!

Issei: There's no way I'll let you see them! Their tits are mine!

Riser: I'm her ex-fiancé! Do you think I would give up before I could enjoy those big tits?! Put yourself in my position!

And so the two of them started fighting on air trying to get over the other. All for the sake of peeping the other girls. And as they were fighting up above the air, the two of them landed right near the hot spring.

Issei: Wait, is this...

Riser: The hot spring...

Issei: But no one is here...

Both Issei and Riser looked confused. They clearly heard from Sora's talk with Ravel that the girls would have a hot spring. But no one is here. Until... they heard a voice behind them.

Sora: What are you doing...?

Issei and Riser: !!

A voice as cold as ice appear behind them. They all looked back and saw Sora smiling bitterly at them.

Sora: Do you really think I wouldn't realized it? And as for you confusion, the other girls are miles over there!

Sora said while pointing his hand over at the other side of the mountain.

Sora: I knew you would do something like this, so I ask Tannin to create a fake hot spring and make it look like that the girls are here.

Issei: W-Wait, Sora...

Sora: Now then~ Which one of you would like to die first...?

Sora said while summoning his Promise Victory Excalibur and raised them into the air.

Riser: Wait, that's a Holy Sword!!

Sora: See you...

Issei and Riser looked terrified and the two of them started running away before Sora released his sword's power.

Sora: EXCALIBUR...!!!

Sora then blasted Issei and Riser away and after the explosion, Sora saw that both Issei and riser was laying on the mountain walls unconscious.

Sora: Idiots...

(Timeskip)

After the incident, Sora brought Issei and Riser back into the cave, and Sora will be guarding outside to make sure neither of them escaped.

Issei: What a disaster. It's lucky that the excalibur Sora's using are not meant to kill.

Riser: Tch! Who would have thought that invisible sword of his was none other than the Promised Victory used by Artoria! Even we immortal Phoenix would die if we got hit by its full power!

Issei: Yeah... Yeah...

Riser: Well to be honest... It was a good fight. You've mature for a mere low-ranking devil.

Issei look surprised and Riser smile at him.

Riser: Rias had a good pawns. Him as well. To think he was the son of Artoria.

Issei: Riser...

Riser: I will give up on Rias.

Issei: You...

Riser: Therefore...

Issei: ??

Riser: LET ME SEE THEIR TITS JUST ONE TIME!!!!

Issei looked surprised before his face turned into annoyance.

Issei: Don't be ridiculous, you dammed grilled chicken!

Riser sends a blast of fire at Issei as they then continued their battle outside. Down below, Tannin, Sora and Rias were watching them.

Sora: See? Told you that they will be fighting again...

Tannin: Seems like Riser's back to himself again.

Tannin smirks.

Rias: Thank you, Sora.

Rias says, putting a hand over her heart. And Sora smiles at her and hold her other hand.

Sora: All he needs, was for him to accept what happened and move on. Just like me.

Rias smiles and hold his hand as she saw Sora who was no longer bound by his past.