Anime Crossover: Starting with an Infinite Dragon God as a Mount

I only meant to make a joke, but I never expected that I would be discovered right from the start of my spying.

In this situation, the various cover-up methods one uses afterward seem like mere acrobatics or amusement.

I feel a little unwell.

Realizing this, Himejima Akeno coughed lightly and quickly changed the subject.

"Actually, I'm apologizing for what happened yesterday."

"yesterday?"

“Yes, Rias was a little too agitated when she saw your two students yesterday,” Akeno Himejima said with a wry smile. “So I would like to apologize to you and your two friends on her behalf.”

Rias's excited and eager attitude at the time was certainly good for someone who wanted to become a demon.

However, if the other party is not willing, then it would be asking too much.

Upon hearing this, Su Mu nodded in understanding.

Is he trying to apologize because he's worried he might develop a negative feeling towards Rias's actions?

From this perspective, Akeno Himejima's considerations were more thorough.

Besides, her action may also have another layer of meaning.

"This isn't the place for conversation. Why don't you come with me to the tea ceremony department?"

Himejima Akeno's purple eyes shone with a gentle light, and she wore a smile, her black ponytail swaying slightly behind her head.

Su Mu nodded.

"it is good."

Although Akeno Himejima is the vice president of the Occult Research Club, it doesn't mean she can't participate in other clubs at the same time.

As a high school student with traditional Japanese female characteristics, she has a great interest in the tea ceremony.

Therefore, Akeno Himejima also joined the tea ceremony club and had her own tea room.

If you feel that the conversation between the two is not appropriate in the Supernatural Research Club, then choosing the Tea Ceremony Club would undoubtedly be a better choice.

Upon seeing that Su Mu had accepted her invitation, Himejima Akeno's beautiful lips pursed slightly, and her smile seemed to gain even more luster.

After leading Su Mu to her private tea room, Himejima Akeno temporarily stepped aside.

As for how those who consider Himejima Akeno their dream girl will wail when they see boys being allowed into Himejima-senpai's tea room, let's leave that aside for now.

When Himejima Akeno reappeared, her school uniform had been transformed into an elegant red and white shrine maiden outfit.

The white shrine maiden robes and scarlet hakama covered her body.

Despite the loose clothing, it only accentuated Himejima Akeno's astonishing figure, which was unlike that of an ordinary high school student.

The neat single ponytail has now been transformed into a traditional Hime cut.

Her black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, and her eyebrows and eyes were like dark ink.

"Sorry, Su Mujun, have you been waiting long?"

The slightly teasing title "Junior Su Mu" has quietly been replaced by the more formal "Master Su Mu".

Himejima Akeno, with a gentle smile on her face, knelt gracefully in front of Su Mu, setting out various tea sets.

She was the daughter of a shrine maiden, so the shrine maiden's attire held a very different meaning in her eyes.

If it were to be presented to guests, it would certainly be with the utmost seriousness.

"Just seeing Himejima-senpai like this makes it feel like the wait wasn't too long."

Unlike Himejima Akeno's somewhat formal sitting posture, Su Mu's posture was extremely relaxed. He casually glanced at Himejima Akeno in front of him a few times before quietly looking away.

Then, with a half-smile on his face, he answered softly.

However, upon hearing Su Mu's words, Himejima Akeno's smile immediately shone even brighter.

Strands of hair floated, and clothes fluttered.

"Oh my, even I can't help but feel secretly happy to be told that by Su Mujun."

Himejima Akeno blinked slightly and spoke in a tone that was somewhat playful compared to her appearance.

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Steaming hot, clear water flows down from the bamboo ladle, falling into the teapot with a pleasant gurgling sound. The hot water and tea leaves make a soft, hissing sound as they come into contact.

Dressed in a red and white shrine maiden outfit, with her hair styled in a Hime-style updo, Akeno Himejima has gentle features.

However, his hand gestures were meticulous.

The tea ceremony originated in the country across the strait.

The concept of "tea ceremony" was proposed very early on, and they have continued to practice and explore in this field.

However, it did not standardize tea ceremony etiquette with traditional significance, and can be said to emphasize the spirit rather than the form.

As for Japan, they place greater emphasis on behavior and regulations, developing extremely complex procedures.

Whether one is better or worse is a matter of opinion, or in essence, there is no distinction between them.

However, no matter what, seeing such a beautiful woman dressed as a shrine maiden patiently and solemnly performing the intricate procedures of the tea ceremony is still a pleasant experience.

Moreover, the Japanese tea ceremony has strict requirements for both the host and the guest.

However, judging from Himejima Akeno's actions, she clearly adhered to strict rules and regulations, without caring whether Su Mu's actions conformed to the norms of the tea ceremony.

In addition, while strictly regulating her own behavior, she also considered Su Mu's tastes.

For example, if it weren't for Su Mu, she wouldn't be using whole tea leaves, but rather tea powder made from ground tea leaves.

Moreover, instead of brewing the tea in a teacup as is customary, the tea is brewed in a teapot.

"Su Mujun, please use it."

The pleasant sound of tea water cascading over the teacup filled the air.

Akeno Himejima, dressed as a shrine maiden, with her exquisite features, gracefully and elegantly served tea.

Although I'm not used to it because the tea ceremony I'm using is different from what I've been doing before.

However, Akeno Himejima's behavior is still considered textbook-perfect.

To be honest, whether in his past life or this one, Su Mu has always lacked knowledge about the art of tea.

In my past life, tea truly entered ordinary people's homes and became a beverage that accompanied the common people.

But if we're talking about the tea ceremony, or searching for its mysterious spirit, then this thing is more often just a trick used by the younger generation of players in online games to create an air of mystery.

Even the phrase "tea ceremony" alone can sometimes evoke a strange sense of sleazy.

If you use slang like "tea ceremony is the best" or "gurgling," you might get some agreement from him.

But now, Su Mu can understand that the so-called tea ceremony, regardless of the country or the type of tea, is actually the same.

The essence lies in having a beautiful young woman gracefully serve the food.

Master, I understand now.

After a brief silence, Himejima Akeno played with a strand of hair by her ear and spoke with a soft smile.

"I was rescued by Rias's father's family and, after negotiations with the Himejima family, I was placed under the protection of the Gremory family."

She smiled faintly and briefly recounted her past experiences, clearly not intending to say more.

"Afterwards, he moved into the Gremory family and became Rias's attendant. He received education and grew up with her, and they became close friends. He can be said to be the partner who understands Rias the most."

"After obtaining the Devil Piece in Rias's Ascension Kingdom, she was reincarnated as her first familiar with the Queen class."

A faint, lingering fragrance filled the tea room.

As Akeno Himejima spoke, her eyebrows curved slightly, indicating that she was in a good mood.

The memories she shared with Rias were also quite precious to her.

Even though she often clashes with Rias, it actually shows that they have a very good relationship.

In her eyes, Rias is a friend, a benefactor, and a sister.

"Rias actually has many flaws."

Himejima Akeno spoke gently, yet with a hint of helplessness, as if she were talking about her troublesome younger sister.

"Impulsive, acts without considering the consequences, has an extremely strong sense of self-esteem, is arrogant and haughty, and can only see the goal ahead while ignoring many other things."

"but--"

The girl in the shrine maiden's outfit had a gentle expression, and her words carried a hint of pride.

"Rias has even more strengths, which make her shine like a dazzling gem. With so many strengths, her flaws are just minor imperfections on a gem, which cannot overshadow her overall brilliance."

“Yesterday, Rias was indeed a bit impulsive. She may not have realized that she caused trouble for your two friends.” Himejima Akeno bowed slightly to express her apology. “I hope you won’t take it to heart.”

"Actually, this is also because Rias is under tremendous pressure, so she sometimes inevitably acts impulsively."

"Under pressure from her family, she was forced to get engaged to Raisa Phoenix, the third son of the Phoenix family, one of the 72 Pillars of the High Demon, but she did not like him."

"The family has given many reasons for this, such as the continuation of pure-blooded demons and the future of the underworld—"

"The two sides have given many reasons, but what cannot be changed is the fact that the happiness of a young girl has to be sacrificed."

"After all, regardless of what the other party is really like, in Rias's eyes, this marriage prospectus is terrible."

These words alone were enough to fill the hot-blooded young man with righteous indignation.

However, Su Mu did not answer, but simply listened calmly to Himejima Akeno's narration.

As the saying goes, with great power comes great responsibility.

The more benefits you enjoy, the more responsibilities you must bear.

As one of the four great families of the Underworld, Rias was born standing at a peak that countless people could never reach even after a lifetime of effort.

Therefore, she naturally has to bear the corresponding responsibilities.

Some might say that she would rather give up the privileged conditions she was born with in order to be free to pursue her own happiness.

However, this idea is only possible because one has already acquired these innate conditions.

In reality, it remains to be seen what thoughts she might have had if she had truly been born ordinary.