Chapter 305: Cooperation
After taking the documents from Akeno and flipping through them, Irina Shido shrugged. "Although the fallen angels are no longer here, that doesn't mean the Holy Sword isn't here."
The chestnut-haired twin-tailed beauty handed back the files and hinted meaningfully, "Besides, the dates recorded here are from several months ago. Can you guarantee that no new fallen angels have infiltrated since then?"
Akeno fell silent. If the fallen angels focused solely on infiltration without causing trouble, they truly wouldn't be able to detect them.
As for why they brought the Holy Sword here, it was naturally because the younger sisters of Satan Lucifer and Satan Leviathan were both here.
The theft of the Holy Sword by fallen angels was clearly the work of the war faction dissatisfied with the peace treaty. By dragging Rias and Sona into this...
Any casualties would directly nullify the recently signed peace treaty.
Even knowing it was a conspiracy was useless. With three factions intertwined, it was impossible to untangle, and the already fragile peace couldn't withstand any suspicion.
"Understood. We will assist you in retrieving the Holy Sword," Rias said, looking at the two Holy Sword Wielder beauties. "However, we hope you can share the known intelligence with us as well."
"No problem."
This time, it was Xenovia who spoke. Compared to the mischievous Irina Shido, she was the main force of this operation. Moreover, due to her special status, she could make decisions regarding the Holy Sword in many situations.
"It would be best if we can reclaim the Holy Sword. If not, we'd rather destroy it than let it remain in the hands of the fallen angels," Xenovia stated solemnly. "Peace was hard-won; we can't let those madmen ruin it."
The Holy Sword's suppression of devils was absurdly effective. Even divided into seven parts, a Middle-Class Devil would lose combat capability after being struck by a single blow.
The Holy Sword was also a symbol of the Church, or rather, the angel faction.
If fallen angels used the Holy Sword to kill devils everywhere, it could easily provoke conflict between the angel and devil factions.
Hearing the words "destroy the Holy Sword," Yuuto Kiba's eyes instantly lit up. The trace of hostility hidden in his gaze melted away because of this statement.
As long as they were willing to destroy the Holy Sword, they were his good allies.
Xenovia unwrapped the white cloth covering her broadsword. "First, let me introduce: I possess the Sword of Destruction, excelling in attack and destruction."
"Mine is the Mimicry Holy Sword."
Irina Shido then untied the thin white cord wrapped around her arm and demonstrated the so-called Mimicry Holy Sword to everyone.
Simply put, it was a weapon capable of transforming into various forms. Her commonly used transformations were usually a whip and a katana.
Of course, no matter what form it took, it retained its devil-suppressing properties.
"Um... I have a question," Haruto asked curiously, eyeing the Mimicry Holy Sword that the girl had retied around her fair arm. "Can it transform into anything? Even clothes or pants?"
Irina Shido gave Haruto a strange look, tried to hold back, but failed, and retorted, "It can, but why would you want to turn it into clothes or pants? Then it couldn't be used for combat, right?"
"Why couldn't it be used for combat?"
"Huh? Are you suggesting I fight the enemy naked?"
Haruto shrugged. "Anyway, you usually end up with your clothes torn during battles. Turning into clothes might actually catch the enemy off guard."
Irina Shido's face flushed red as she puffed her cheeks angrily. "Who would have their clothes torn?! You're the one who'd have your clothes torn!"
"I do get my clothes torn, but I have armor."
As he spoke, Haruto's body was instantly enveloped in a cool red dragon armor, which dissipated the next moment.
Irina Shido fell silent, somewhat startled by the powerful aura Haruto had just briefly displayed.
Xenovia stared intently at Haruto and asked hesitantly, "So it's the Red Dragon Emperor. Have you completely mastered the Balance Breaker?"
"Just call me normally."
Haruto waved his hand. "I specifically sought you out today for nothing else but the matter of the Holy Swords."
"As Holy Sword Wielders of the Church, you must have heard of the Holy Sword Project."
"Yes..."
"Good that you know. The person beside me is the sole survivor of the Holy Sword Project."
Haruto pulled Yuuto Kiba forward. "Her goal is also to destroy the Holy Swords, or rather, she has always wanted to destroy them. Since you've indicated that the Holy Swords can be destroyed, we'll give our all to help with this matter."
"Um... if possible, we'd prefer to recover them..."
Haruto rudely interrupted Xenovia. "It's settled then. Give us the detailed information. As long as it's within Kuoh Town, I can find it by tomorrow at the latest."
Since most of the situation was already clear, he couldn't be bothered to waste more time on unnecessary procedures.
Moreover, when it came to finding people or things within Kuoh Town, he had more convenient channels.
Irina Shido and Xenovia exchanged glances and didn't raise any further objections.
"The Holy Swords were stolen by the Fallen Angel executive Kokabiel. The three Holy Swords are respectively... These are photos of the stolen Holy Swords..."
Irina Shido revealed all the information they knew. With the peace treaty already signed, to maintain the peace, they and Haruto's group were naturally on the same side.
While listening, Haruto extracted key information and sent it to Kasumi Takamine and Touko.
As a hands-off leader, he hardly managed the organization, only fulfilling the functions of a 'prize' and spiritual symbol, but both organizations were developing quite well.
They were gradually evolving into complete corporate groups, covering logistics and distribution in both the ordinary and supernatural worlds, as well as security commissions and other businesses.
Interestingly, one leaned toward chaotic good while the other leaned toward lawful evil. Sometimes the two companies would receive conflicting missions.
Well, it might also be that someone was trying to stir up trouble behind the scenes.
However, the higher-ups of both sides maintained communication. Whenever missions conflicted, whichever side stood to gain more would take the mission while the other would withdraw.
As for dissatisfied clients... if no issues were found, that was fine, but if problems were discovered, there would be no more clients.
"Alright, now we just have to wait for news."
After Irina Shido finished speaking, Haruto had already assigned the tasks.
Outside the window, a setting sun was gradually sinking below the horizon. Haruto put away his phone and invited, "It's getting late. Why don't both of you stay for dinner?"
Just as Irina Shido was about to refuse, Xenovia subtly stepped on her foot under the table.
Her fair face slightly flushed, the short-haired beauty said somewhat shyly, "Okay, then we'll trouble you. If possible, we'd also like to stay overnight."
"Of course, no problem."
Haruto chuckled cheerfully, "There are plenty of empty rooms here. You can pick two for yourselves later."
"No, no, one is enough. Irina and I can share a room."
"Suit yourself."
Haruto laughed and took the initiative to act as a guide, showing them around from the first to the third floor, while also settling on their room for the night.
Yuuto Kiba had intended to follow along, but Haruto sent him away, wanting to take the opportunity to build a better rapport with the two.
Meanwhile, Rias and Akeno informed Sona about the situation so she could be prepared, just in case.
"This is the end of the third floor," Haruto said, pointing toward the staircase. "If it's not necessary, it's best if you two don't go up to the fourth floor."
"Why?" Irina Shido asked curiously.
"Because the entire fourth floor is my room, and I might have sex with the president or others anywhere up there."
Information about Haruto had been collected by the three major factions. While Irina Shido and Xenovia weren't familiar with the details, they had a general idea.
The chestnut-haired, twin-tailed, busty girl blushed instantly, though her eyes couldn't hide a flicker of curiosity.
The straightforward Xenovia was even more blunt, expressing regret as she said, "Sex? It's a shame you're a devil. Otherwise, I'd really like to try it with you."
She had a very favorable impression of Haruto—handsome, powerful, and unaffected—perfectly matching her criteria for a partner.
"Why can't it be because I'm a devil?" Haruto smiled faintly. "We've signed a peace treaty now, after all."
Xenovia was taken aback and instinctively began to ponder seriously.
"Hey, Via!" Irina grabbed her shoulders and shook her vigorously. "What are you thinking? You didn't want to stay overnight just for that, did you?"
"Of course not," Xenovia retorted instinctively. "If you hadn't spent all our food and lodging funds on that useless fake painting, I wouldn't have had to shamelessly beg for a place to stay."
"It's not a fake! It's art, a tribute to God!" Irina clasped her hands together, her eyes sparkling with the pure fervor of a devout believer.
Her personality was lively and innocent, and having been raised in a religious family and educational environment, it was only natural for her to turn out this way.
Haruto considered telling her the truth that God no longer existed, but after a moment's thought, he decided against it. Irina would never believe him and might even make a fuss.