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"It's in the suburbs..."
The location Rias gave was relatively remote.
It is located roughly between the town of Hyakuri and the town of Komao.
The area is a development zone with dedicated buses and a recently opened subway line.
Ultimately, he chose a taxi as his mode of transportation.
It is also the most expensive.
"I wonder if the Star Train can be used as a means of transportation."
[Not at least not for now, host.]
"Don't try to read my mind."
[This system will immediately shut up.]
After the little incident, Baili prepared to hail a taxi.
However, after he arrived at the station, he found a luxury car parked in front of him.
Passersby all around turned their attention to it.
After all, luxury cars haven't been around in this city for very long.
The back window opened, and the red-haired girl smiled at Baili from inside.
"You should have received that letter, right?"
"..."
It seems that Rias couldn't hold back any longer and took a private car directly to the vicinity of Hyakuri's school.
Upon hearing this, Baili replied affirmatively.
"Of course, you are even more beautiful than in the photos."
"Please get in the car. I believe you also want to talk to us."
"exactly."
Baili walked towards the back door of the car.
The driver had already gotten out of the car and opened the door. With a single, respectful movement, he treated Baili as a distinguished guest of his young mistress.
After entering the car, Baili saw two girls sitting opposite Rias who hadn't spoken to each other.
Himejima Akeno and Toujou Koneko.
Baili recognized him immediately.
"We meet again."
The little cat from Tacheng greeted them, but its tone was somewhat aloof.
"I hope I haven't disturbed you, sir."
Himejima Akeno, standing to one side, joined the conversation with a gentle expression.
"It's alright, I'm in the same boat as you all, I'd like to have a talk."
Hearing him say that, Rias looked satisfied.
"I made a reservation at a restaurant before I came. Let's talk there."
Rias has prepared a large sum of money today.
Determined to succeed, she had only one goal—to win over the boy before her.
Chapter 22 Demon Piece? It feels less powerful than Destiny...!
Before arriving at the restaurant that Rias had booked, everyone gave brief self-introductions.
It's all just superficial information.
The truly important points will be explained in the formal conversation that follows.
About ten minutes later, the driver slowly brought the car to a stop.
Baili opened the door and saw a building that was 100 meters tall.
Its main entrance is ornately decorated, and the interior has also been meticulously designed and decorated.
"If I remember correctly, the meeting place mentioned in the envelope was in the suburbs..."
"The plans have changed. I don't intend to send my guests that far."
Rias, who had just gotten off the bus, briefly explained the reason and headed towards the main entrance of the hotel.
"Let's go, Mr. Baili."
"It seems that Miss Rias has spent a lot of money."
"Because I believe this discussion will definitely be very valuable."
Rias's tone was quite certain.
From her perspective, the aura she had sensed earlier originated from Baili, and once that powerful aura became her own…!!
With this in mind, Rias had already prepared the most valuable demon chess piece for Hyakuri.
However, there are still some things she needs to confirm.
Baili followed behind Rias, and together with Himejima Akeno and Toujou Koneko beside her, they entered the hall.
After the hotel staff confirmed the list, they immediately provided special treatment, allowing employees to open the elevator, which is not open to ordinary guests.
The final destination was the hotel's top floor.
"This doesn't look like a restaurant."
Baili stepped out of the elevator and looked at the luxurious penthouse suite in front of him.
"The restaurant is only one part of its function."
The group eventually arrived at a rather luxurious place.
"In my opinion, luxury also has its corresponding value, because I don't like to spend money recklessly."
Rias answered softly.
This is one way she demonstrates her strength. (The other 7 is 午蹴四玖扒.)
Even for demons, wealth can be useful in every world.
Arriving at the living room's relaxation area, Himejima Akeno skillfully went to the kitchen to make tea.
Tacheng Cat ran to the balcony that connects to the living room, looking down at the city and checking the surroundings.
Because this is not Kuoh Town, it is not within their sphere of influence, and there is no high-ranking demon as their territory, there are many uncertainties.
Once Akeno Himejima had brewed the tea, Rias, smelling the aroma, straightened up.
"Let's get straight to the point. I believe Mr. Baili shares the same idea."
"Of course, I enjoy chatting with efficient people because it's very comfortable."
"Yes, there was a part of my self-introduction that wasn't explained clearly."
Rias rushed forward and began her self-introduction.
"I am not an ordinary person."
"That makes sense, otherwise Miss Rias wouldn't have set her sights on me."
“Gimori, that’s the family name of the Wei family, and also… a high-ranking demon.”
"demon?"
Baili pretended to know nothing and showed a surprised expression.
At this moment, as if by prior arrangement, Himejima Akeno brought a cup of warm black tea to Hyakuri-mae.
"Please don't worry, Mr. Baili. We are not the demons in the book that bewitch humans and devour life. Although such beings exist, we are completely different from them."
Akeno sat down next to Rias.
"Like humans, we also have right and wrong concepts of right and wrong, and we are also seeking companions who can understand each other."
"Just as Zhu Nai said, I am looking for companions."
Rias continued speaking.
Baili continued to pretend to be a novice who had just learned about demons, trying to digest the large amount of information he had heard before.
Then he regained his composure and stopped pretending.
"I understand... Miss Rias, being a demon, sensed my presence and therefore concluded that I possess the power you desire?"
"That's a very correct statement, Mr. Baili."
Rias smiled alluringly, her jewel-like eyes fixed on Baili.
"I think you're very attractive."
"Thank you."
"And what about you? That power that I can perceive."
"Before that... could you tell me how many companions Miss Rias currently has?"
"To be precise, they are both my companions and my family, which can be understood as a master-servant relationship; however, for me, Akeno and Koneko are my best friends."
Having said that, Himejima Akeno nodded in acknowledgment.
"Queen... Himejima Akeno."
"Rook... Tower City Kitten."
The Tacheng kitten, which had been sitting on the balcony, also gave a complete self-introduction.
Rias took out a chess piece and placed it on the low table in the middle of the group.
"Evil Piece, this is how I sign contracts and recruit followers."
Having endured the previous battles, the great demons had lost most of their men in the long war and were barely able to maintain their legions.