[178] Not Treating as Not Means It Isn’t!

[178] Not Treating as Not Means It Isn’t!

The Occult Research Club was quite a spacious activity room, furnished with tables, sofas, and a desk in the center, accompanied by a chair. Glancing around, although it seemed small, the place was surprisingly roomy.

Moreover, it was well-stocked with various supplies, including a tea set, a wardrobe, and August even noticed several doors that seemed to connect to other classrooms around, all integrated into one.

A lavish setup, truly befitting a wealthy family.

"Nice to see you again, August-san."

On the sofa, Akeno was brewing tea and handed a cup to August.

On the opposite side, Koneko sat on the sofa, munching on snacks. She glanced at August, then turned her head away, unwilling to acknowledge him.

"Akeno and Koneko, nice to see you again."

"Don't talk to me, you pervert-senpai."

Before Akeno could say anything, Koneko's sarcastic voice reached August.

Hearing this, August raised an eyebrow, then promptly sat beside Koneko, placing a big hand on her head, continuously teasing her.

"Let go of me, you pervert-senpai."

"You've already called me a pervert-senpai, not doing something perverted makes me feel like I'm missing out."

"Disgusting, pervert, H..."

"Continue, I don't mind."

Feeling August's 'paws' constantly rubbing her head, Koneko's face turned green. "You're not minding? You're clearly retaliating."

"Ara~, what a good atmosphere. In just two days, Koneko and August-san have become so familiar with each other."

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"Nothing special."

Both of them said simultaneously, causing Akeno to burst into laughter.

Bang!

At that moment, a door opened, and Rias, wearing a bath towel, entered, towel-drying her hair.

One couldn't deny the charm of a beauty fresh out of the bath, and August reluctantly admitted that Rias looked very pretty at this moment, with continued appeal to men.

However, at the same time, Rias's image in August's heart plummeted.

In the original story, when Issei Hyoudou arrived, Rias had also come out of the bath, nearly making Issei Hyoudou lose his eyeballs.

"Aren't you surprised?"

"Why should I be surprised? I've even encountered stray devils. So what if you're a devil?"

"This... "

Now it was Rias's turn to be at a loss for words.

"Besides, why should I become your peerage?"

"Become my peerage, and you can become a devil, possessing powers beyond humans, a long and almost eternal life. In a few years, when you reach the level of a high-ranking devil, you can also acquire peerages."

Painting a grand picture, this was something all those in higher positions liked to do.

August didn't want to say anything more. A long and almost eternal life? Are you serious? Even the few ancient devils in the Underworld can be counted on one hand, and those over a thousand years are extremely rare. And eternal?

Moreover, a high-ranking devil? Could a Reincarnated devil achieve that?

In the original story, Issei Hyoudou only ascended two levels and reached the rank of a Special-Class Devil during the final battle.

Is that it? A super level being is given the title of a Special-Class devil?

You must know that Issei Hyoudou is a super level being and has connections with major factions worldwide, fallen angels, angels, Norse, all of whom are his wives.

So, judging by the peerages, it's extremely difficult for a Reincarnated Devilto become a high-ranking devil.

"A Reincarnated Devil? Become your peerage? Rias, are you asking me to be your servant?"

"I have never treated my peerages as servants, we are family."

"You don't treat us as servants, which means, fundamentally, we are servants."

A 'not treating as not' already exposed the problem.

Whenever such words are used, it means that it is the truth.

At this moment, whether it was Akeno, Konenko, or Kiba, their bodies all trembled slightly.

Yes, if you don't treat it as such, it doesn't mean it isn't.

Many times, they also called Rias 'master.'

August looked at Rias, his lips slightly curling up.

It was immensely satisfying for August to say 'no' to those women who felt self-important.

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