Anime Crossover: The Small Workshop System's Aggressive Feeding

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A sign hung on the door: "Department of Paranormal Research".

"The minister should be inside."

As Kiba Yuto spoke, he reached out and knocked on the door.

"Please come in."

A slightly languid yet authoritative female voice came from inside the door.

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"Minister, it's me, Kiba Yuto."

Kiba Yuto's voice was clear from outside the door.

He had already notified Rias via the magical communicator on his way here.

"Come in."

A slightly languid yet authoritative female voice came from inside the door.

The door was pushed open by Kiba Yuto.

Inside the room, a red-haired girl sat behind a desk, wearing thin-rimmed glasses, carefully signing and stamping a stack of letters.

Beside her, Himejima Akeno was sorting through the processed letters, carefully placing them into an exquisite wooden box, and then sealing it with wax.

Kiba Yuto stepped aside, gesturing for Zhou Ye and the other two to enter.

Rias Gremory raised her head, her gaze sweeping over Kiba Yuuto before finally settling on Zhou Ye, then on Nami and Busujima Saeko.

She put down the quill pen in her hand.

"So it's Zhou Yejun. May I ask what brings you here?"

Rias's voice was calm, carrying a hint of the composure of someone in a superior position.

"And who are these two?"

Her gaze lingered on Nami and Saeko Busujima for a moment.

Zhou Ye stepped forward.

"The one with orange hair is Nami Tohsaka."

He pointed at Nami.

"The black-haired woman next to me is Saeko Busujima."

He then pointed to Saeko Busujima, emphasizing her "black hair," even though he knew it was dyed.

"They are my family."

The moment these words were spoken, the air in the room seemed to freeze.

A hint of surprise flashed in Rias Gremory's emerald eyes, and she leaned forward slightly.

Himejima Akeno stopped organizing the documents, suddenly looked up, her purple eyes staring at Zhou Ye, her face filled with disbelief.

Even Kiba Yuto, who was standing at the door, froze with a gentle smile.

Dependents?

Zhou Yejun is not a demon, so how could he possibly have a retinue?

The demon's minion system is based on demon pieces, which transform other races into demons and mark them with a subordinate mark.

How could Zhou Ye, a human being, possess such power?

Rias was the first to react. She pushed up her glasses, and her gaze behind the lenses became sharp.

“Zhou Yejun, as far as I know, you are not one of us demons.”

"Where does the concept of 'family members' come from?"

Zhou Ye's expression remained calm.

"I am not a demon, at least not yet."

"I call them my family members because I obtained some special items."

"Those items granted me a tiny bit of power, which in turn created a connection between me and Nami and Saeko similar to that between you and Akeno."

He explained it casually, as if he were talking about something perfectly ordinary.

"Props?"

Rias frowned slightly.

"What kind of item can grant humans abilities similar to those of the Demon Chess Pieces?"

Himejima Akeno's eyes were also full of inquiry as she looked Nami and Busujima up and down, as if trying to find some clues from them.

Could it be... the Longinus?

The thought flashed through Rias's mind.

Only a legendary artifact, created by the God of the Bible and possessing the power to slay gods and demons, could have such incredible power.

If those we already know are this powerful, how many more are unknown and yet to be discovered?

She tapped her fingers lightly on the table, making a rhythmic sound, her blue eyes reflecting her thoughts.

"Zhou Yejun, please continue."

She gestured for Zhou Ye to continue, wanting to know the true purpose of his trip.

Instead of directly answering her question about the props, Zhou Ye changed the subject.

"Therefore, I hope that Nami and Saeko can become students of Kuoh Academy."

"At the same time, there is a companion named Shizuka Marikawa, and I hope she can serve as the school doctor at Kooh Academy."

Upon hearing these words, Akeno Himejima could no longer hold back.

She slammed the documents in her hand on the table with a "bang," her chest heaving rapidly, her beautiful face flushed red with anger.

She glared at Zhou Ye, her voice sharp.

"Zhou Ye!"

"What do you take Rias for?!"

"Do you own Komao Academy? You can't just let whoever you want in!"

"We've known each other for so many years, and I've never seen you ask Rias or anyone else for anything on my behalf!"

"Now you dare to ask for help from these women of dubious origin!"

Her words came out like a machine gun, full of grievances and dissatisfaction.

She and Zhou Ye had known each other since childhood, and they were childhood sweethearts. Although their relationship was somewhat delicate due to family and personal reasons, she believed that she held a certain place in Zhou Ye's heart.

But now, Zhou Ye is going to such lengths to ask Rias for help for a few women he's only recently met.

How could she not be angry? How could she not be jealous?

Rias glanced at Akeno Himejima, who was practically about to explode beside her, and sighed inwardly.

She was well aware of her queen's thoughts.

Rias coughed lightly twice, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.

"Cough cough."

"Zhu Nai, calm down."

She turned to Zhou Ye, her expression returning to its previous calm, but her tone held a hint of distance.

“Zhou Ye-kun, you should know that although Kuoh Academy is sponsored by the Gremory family, I am neither the principal nor the vice principal.”

"The sudden enrollment or employment of three people who have no connection with the academy is probably not as simple as you think."

Zhou Ye seemed to have expected her to say that, and a faint smile appeared on his face.

"Rias, I know this is difficult for you."

"But I can offer you a condition that you can't refuse."

Rias raised her eyebrows slightly.

"Oh? Tell me."

Zhou Ye's gaze deepened, and he said, word by word:

"I can help you break off your engagement with the Phoenix family."

"Moreover, it is done by your own strength, in a fair and square manner."

These words were like a bombshell, exploding in the room.

Rias's calm expression was instantly shattered. She abruptly stood up from her seat, the chair sliding backward with a screeching sound.

"What did you say?"

Her voice trembled slightly with excitement.

Her engagement to Riesel Phoenix had always been a heavy burden on her mind.

That was not just her personal misfortune, but also related to the future of the Gremory family.

She desperately wanted to break free from this bondage, but the power of the Phoenix family and the sanctity of the marriage made it almost impossible for her to see any hope.

Now, Zhou Ye is actually saying that he can help her break off the engagement?

And she relied on her own strength?

Himejima Akeno was also stunned. The anger on her face dissipated considerably, replaced by deep shock and disbelief.

Yuto Kiba also looked astonished.

Seeing Rias's reaction, Zhou Ye's smile deepened.

He knew that Rias couldn't refuse this condition...

Nami watched the dramatic scene unfold with great interest, her fingers gently stroking her chin.