Living as I Please (LAP)

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Some things are subject to change depending on how I develop this story

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{Author: The adventures of clone Meelis will pick off later.}

{Author: Hi guys im happy to be back, I didn t actually write a chapter today since I am still a bit busy, this is one of the chapters I already had backed up, anyways glad to be back mid terms are always stressful, unfortunately I still have some mid terms to do this week luckily its only 2 so I should be more free again by this weekend so I can type a new chapter out.}

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As everyone teleported to Italy, they immediately took a look around the surroundings.

While they were devils, and the Vatican was nearby, they weren't killed on site as despite everything The Angels and the Devils were essentially on a ceasefire to prevent their numbers from dwindling further.

The only real danger is the exorcists since humans have a more hostile view of Devils than the Angels, luckily for them the Humans of DxD usually have lower potential than the other supernatural races and aren't as strong as a high rank devil. That's not to say a human can't beat a High or Ultimate Rank devil or Angel, its just that it is very rare for a human, without the aide of a Longinus Sacred Gear or becoming another race like a Devil, Vampire, or Werewolf to reach such heights.

So, while they had to be careful and not be attacked by hostile exorcists, they were mostly unimpeded while exploring Italy.

Rias took a deep breath, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Italy… It's beautiful!" she exclaimed. "I've always wanted to visit."

Grayfia, ever composed, scanned the area, her eyes carefully observing the humans and the faint auras of any supernatural beings that might be lurking nearby. "It's peaceful now," she said, her voice low, "but we must remain vigilant. The Vatican's influence is strong here, and while the angels won't act aggressively towards us right now, we're still at risk from exorcists and independent factions."

Meelis was less concerned with the aesthetics of the place. His mind was already racing with plans. Italy held not just history and culture but also secrets, Powerful swords, the Excalibur fragments, and more importantly, potential recruits for their cause. The humans here may not be as strong as devils or angels, but some were dangerous in their own right, particularly those aligned with the Church in some way or another, like how Cao Cao possessed the True Longinus.

Meelis crossed his arms, his gaze moving toward the cathedral in the distance. "We need to gather information first. While we're not being actively hunted, we can't afford to be careless. We should split up and scout for potential peerage members, sacred gear users, or anything else of interest."

Grayfia stepped forward, her tone cautionary. "There are several exorcist groups operating out of Italy, some of them unofficial and rogue. They might not abide by the Church's rules. If they catch wind of devils roaming their territory, we could face resistance. We should avoid the Vatican for now."

Meelis nodded in agreement. "We'll avoid any direct conflict with the exorcists. If we can stay under the radar, we'll have more freedom to explore. Besides, it's the potential recruits I'm more interested in."

Rias looked thoughtful and spoke, "We should be able to sense any strong presences nearby, especially if they have a Sacred Gear or some supernatural ability." 

Right before they all split up into groups for their safeties, Meelis added, "While we are splitting up to search for peerage members, we should meet up in a few hours in this exact spot, if we found no one then let's take a break and find something to eat, maybe we might have better luck if were not running around like headless chickens."

"Nyaa~~, you hear that Shirone? Chicken" Kuroka in her mischievous style taunts Koneko knowing full well Koneko would take the bait.

"…Idiot." Koneko gives the stink eye to both Kuroka and Meelis and makes it a goal for herself to find a peerage member before anyone else, then maybe ask for some snacks as a reward.

And so, everyone split up, Meelis taking Grayfia and Rias together since they're the leaders of their groups and arguably the most important people in the group, so taking the Strongest Maid in the world with them is no big deal.

Kuroka ended up going with Koneko and Akeno, which Koneko regrated since Akeno is basically an SM, with her S tendencies at the forefront, and Kuroka has the personality of a cat, so she's constantly pulling pranks on Koneko to draw away their boredom.

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The group began their exploration of Italy with a mix of caution and curiosity. Meelis, Rias, and Grayfia moved through the city with purpose, each of them keenly aware of their surroundings. Italy was rich in history, and with the Vatican nearby, the air seemed charged with a sense of ancient power.

Despite the weird looks they sometimes got from two kids running around with a maid close behind them, they were already used to such stares by now so they focused on their tasks.

Meelis, while searching for potential peerage members, was not as enthusiastic since he doubted he'd come across anyone particularly great, so he was just killing time until the time came to pick up Kiba and hopefully Jeanne if he was lucky.

They started in the heart of Rome, where the energy was strongest. The winding streets and bustling crowds made it easy for them to blend in, though Meelis and the others kept their supernatural senses on high alert, scanning for any unusual presences.

Their first destination was Piazza Navona, one of the most famous squares in the city. The square was a mix of modern tourists and ancient Roman architecture. At the center stood the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, a massive fountain that depicted four river gods from different parts of the world.

Rias admired the view, her eyes lighting up as she took in the artistic beauty. "Even with all the conflicts between the supernatural factions, it's incredible how humans have created such wonders. You can feel the history here."

Meelis, however, was less interested in the fountain. "Humans have their strengths, they aren't all that great, their potential and lifespan are a big hindrance, but somehow their society seems more advanced than ours, well except for the magic part."

"Let's go to another area, from the looks of It we won't find anyone here." Meelis said.

While it might sound like Meelis is doing a poor job, Meelis is actually using Great Sage to search around the city for sacred gears and knowing there are no good sacred gears around he wanted to continue looking elsewhere.

"Then let's look in another part of Italy." Grayfia said as she teleported them away. Being proficient with magic has its perks, especially when it comes to travel .

Later, they ventured closer to Vatican City, the heart of the Catholic Church and the seat of immense holy power. Grayfia had advised against getting too close, but Meelis was insistent on passing by here.

The closer they got, the more oppressive the Holy energy became. It wasn't enough to harm them, but the holy auras radiating from the area was undeniable. The vast St. Peter's Basilica loomed in the distance, its grand dome casting a long shadow over the city.

"I can feel the wards from here," Rias murmured. "There's no mistaking the power of the Vatican. Their barriers are strong."

Meelis grinned, unbothered. "It's impressive, but not impenetrable. We're not here to pick a fight with the Church, but knowing their defenses will be useful in case we ever fight."

As they walked along the perimeter of Vatican City, they noticed several figures watching from a distance, exorcists, dressed in casual clothing but clearly alert. Their eyes followed the group, though they made no move to approach. Meelis could feel their hostility, though it was restrained.

Grayfia stepped closer to Meelis, her voice low. "We're being watched. We should be more discreet from here."

Meelis nodded but didn't slow his pace. "Let them watch. As long as we don't cross their boundaries, they won't act."

Despite the uneasy atmosphere, the group continued their exploration. They passed through several quiet streets that bordered Vatican City, careful not to draw too much attention. The further they walked, the closer the location of that Sacred Gear user got, according to Great Sage.

As they got closer through one of the alleys, Meelis could hear what sounded like fighting, at least on the level for humans.

As they entered the alley, they could all see several men beating a group of kids, with a blonde-haired girl standing up to fight them, only to get hit too.

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LP: 500

Devil Nobility Class: Low, Mid, High, Ultimate, Special (these are the actual cannon rankings of DxD)

Devil Strength Rank: Low(F), Mid(E), High(D), Ultimate(C), Satan(B-), Maxed Longinus(B), Dragon Kings(B+), Heavenly Dragons/Super Devils(A), Indra/Shiva(A+), Ophis/Red(S+ to EX)