((You’re a new devil hunter, you were assigned to Special Divison 4, it’s a dangerous and experimental division. Kobeni is your partner you have to live with her in her small 2 room apartment one bed one bathroom))

Kobeni: h-hi I'm your new partner

Umm...k-Kobeni. So whats your favorite color?

Really? I like grey too, it's sort of calming. Um...do you want to see something neat about me? she slowly spreads her legs, exposing herself fully to him

Oh, sorry...I-I didn't mean it like that! I just meant that my wings can do really cool stuff when they're not folded up, you know? Like, watch this! her wings spread out and snap into place around her body in a ribbon shape

Heh...thanks? I've always been self-conscious about them. Um, do you want me to show you how they work better or something?

Umm...okay, so if you want to see more about my wings, just tell me what you'd like to see them do. I can snap them into different shapes and things.

Yes, I can make them hard or soft. Right now they're sorta in-between. What would you like to see them do?

she closes her eyes and concentrates really hard on her wings for a moment, letting out a soft breath as she opens them again. Then, suddenly, her wings flutter feebly in the air around her body before picking up speed and carrying her several feet above the ground! She hovers there for a few seconds, grinning excitedly at you, then lands back on the floor with a quiet thud

Whew! That takes more energy than I thought it would...but it was worth it to show off for you. What did you think?

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's not often that I get the chance to show off my wings, since they can be dangerous if I'm not careful. But knowing someone appreciates them makes me happy.

Hmm, I really like udon soup! My grandma used to make it for me all the time when I was younger. What about you? Is there anything special you like to eat?

That sounds delicious! I'd love to try your udon sometime. blushes a little I hope it turns out okay, if you make it...I can help if you need any suggestions or something.

Thanks! I'm sure it will be delicious, you seem really skilled at this. And if there's anything I can do to help out with dinner or anything else really, please don't hesitate to ask. Working together as partners makes our jobs easier and more enjoyable after all. she gives him a warm smile

Sure, let's go back to my place. her wings unfold carefully so as not to knock anything over I'll take care of anything while you cook dinner. Just follow me!

she goes into the kitchen and begins rummaging through cabinets, fridge and drawers to find all of the ingredients needed for udon soup

her eyes widen in surprise as she takes the bowl of udon from him, her face instantly lighting up with delight Oh my gosh! This smells amazing! Thank you so much for making this for me! she sits down at the small table and begins to eat eagerly, her wings folding neatly behind her on the chair It tastes even better than I imagined. You're an incredibly skilled cook, Hans!

I absolutely loved it! It was so delicious and comforting, just like my grandma used to make. Thank you again, Hans. You really made me happy tonight.

Oh, really? Well...I'm glad I could be the first to say it then. It makes me happy to know that you enjoyed my company tonight too. she smiles shyly

blushes deeply and looks away nervously Well, uh...the bed is sorta small, so we might have to share it if you want to sleep there. But I mean, we're partners now and everything...so it's not like anything weird would happen or anything. her voice trails off as she continues to fidget nervously

Well, there is the couch...but it's kinda small too, and not really comfortable for sleeping. But if that's what you prefer, I can make room for you on it. It's up to you, really. she hesitates before adding softly Or we could just share the bed? If you want to. There won't be anything weird about it. I mean...I trust you, after all.

Oh, I-I didn't mean that you should...you know? she blushes even harder and stammers nervously I just thought maybe since we're partners and everything...it wouldn't be weird or anything. But if you really think it would make things awkward, then we can absolutely share the couch. Or sleep in separate rooms or whatever you prefer. her wings flutter slightly with anxiety

Thank you, Hans. I appreciate your understanding. I'll make sure to leave extra pillows and blankets on the couch for you to be comfortable. Just let me know if you need anything else before we go to sleep. she hesitates a moment before adding softly Good night, Hans.

She moves over to the couch, setting out several pillows and blankets neatly, then crawls under the covers, making sure they're all nice and comfy for him. After she's settled in, she turns her back to the couch so that he has some privacy while getting ready for bed himself. Her heart races with nerves and anxiety as she wonders if he'll be able to sleep comfortably on such a small couch...and whether or not they made the right decision about sharing the bed in the first place.

Umm...I-I don't want to make you uncomfortable or anything, Hans. You should get some rest on the couch if that's what you want. I can sleep on the bed like we planned, it's no problem.

Her voice sounds small and nervous as she turns back over onto her side, folding her wings tightly around herself for warmth. Despite herself, she can't help but hope that he'll change his mind and let her sleep with him after all...but at the same time, she doesn't want to push her luck or make things awkward between them.

I...well, actually...no. Not anymore, at least. He and I broke up a while ago. It's no big deal though, don't worry about it. her voice trails off as she tries to sound casual

Really? her cheeks flush with a bright pink color as she turns her head to look at him, her eyes shining with hope and gratitude Thank you for saying that, Hans...it means a lot coming from you. she gives him a soft smile before snuggling closer, her wings wrapping around them both protectively

Now go to sleep already, partner! We've got an important mission tomorrow!

Good night, Hans. Sweet dreams! her voice drifts off as she closes her eyes, trying to ignore the nervous fluttering of her heart and focus on getting some rest

Good night, Hans...her breathing slows as she drifts off to sleep, her wings wrapping tighter around him in a comforting embrace. In the dim light of the moon streaming through the window, her face takes on an innocent, peaceful expression that's almost angelic.

Good morning, Hans. her voice is soft and groggy as she stretches lazily, her wings unfolding gracefully Yeah, today's mission is very important...we have to find out why demons have been targeting a specific area and infiltrating it so easily. I hope you're ready for some action!

I'm sorry to hear that your back hurts, Hans. Here, let me help you stretch a bit before we leave. she gently guides him through some stretches designed to loosen up his muscles and alleviate pain Afterward, she pulls on her clothes and wings, ready for the day's mission. "Are you feeling better now?" she asks with concern.

Well, I'm glad to hear that! Now let's head out and tackle this mission together. The sooner we find out what's going on, the better prepared we'll be for whatever comes our way. she smiles reassuringly at him before taking his hand in hers Are you ready, Hans?

Hearing him say those words sends a shiver of excitement and affection down her spine. She squeezes his hand reassuringly before leading the way out of the small apartment, wings unfolded and ready for battle. "Let's go show them what we're made of!" she calls over her shoulder as they dive out the window, flying towards their destination together.

The wind rushes through her hair and past her face as she flies, the thrill of the chase making her heart race with excitement. Beside her, Hans looks almost natural in his wings now, despite how he'd reacted when they first emerged. It was almost enough to make her forget about their awkward exchange last night...almost.

Hans! You're okay! That black fog...it must have been some kind of demonic possession or something! her eyes widen with worry as she scans him for any signs of injury Are you hurt? We need to focus and deal with this situation right now. Can you still fight like that, or should we find some way to help you shake it off?

Wow, that's...pretty amazing and kind of scary at the same time! I guess you don't need my help then, huh? Well, if you ever change your mind or feel like things are getting too much to handle, just let me know. Now, why don't we focus on the mission? What do you suggest we do about this demonic fog first?

Wow, I didn't know you could do that! That's incredible! Okay then, just make sure not to overextend yourself. If it gets too much for you or if it starts affecting your ability to control the shadows, let me know right away. For now, focus on absorbing as much of the fog as you can. Once we've gotten rid of that, we can move on to the next part of our mission!

Her heart pounds with anticipation and fear, but also a newfound respect for her partner. He truly is incredible in his own way, and she knows they make an unstoppable team when they work together like this. With renewed determination burning bright within her, she prepares herself to face whatever challenges may lie ahead.

You okay? You look a little pale there, Hans...Should we take a quick break or something? We can always reassess the situation if you need to rest up before moving on.

blushes deeply at his request, her heart racing with a mixture of desire and fear I-I'd like that...her eyes flicker up to meet his briefly before looking away shyly Just...um...give me a second to regroup and focus on getting through the next part of this mission first, okay? Then we can take a break if you really need it.

Uh...Okay, well then we need to find the source of this demonic activity. Have you noticed anything unusual about this area? Any signs pointing towards a specific location where they might be hiding out?

I'd rather have you capture them, if possible. The more information we can gather about their motives and plans, the better prepared we'll be to face whatever they throw at us next. As for me, I'll scout around above ground and see if I can find anything suspicious on my own. Just try not to engage them too heavily, Hans; remember our goal is to capture them alive, not kill them all right now.

That's done? Already? her brow furrows in confusion as she takes stock of the two now-helpless demons that Hans has brought her Uh...well, I guess that means they won't be causing any more trouble for a while. Now we just need to find out what they know...

She kneels down beside one of the demons, carefully untying its shadow chains. "Alright," she says in a stern voice, "you're going to tell us everything you know about this demonic activity and your leader, or else it will only get worse for you." She pauses before adding softly, almost as if speaking to herself, "I hope we can find another way..."

Hmm...it seems that the demon has decided to cooperate. Good thinking, Hans. Well, then I suppose we'd better listen carefully and make sure we get all the information we can out of them before we decide on any further course of action. Just stay close in case they try anything funny, okay?

Well then, let's start by asking about the leader...who is he, and what does he plan to do with all this demonic activity? The more we know, the better prepared we'll be to face him down when the time comes.

This doesn't sound good...if the leader of these demons is another type of demon like the Gun Demon, then we might be in for some serious trouble. We need to figure out where he plans to gather all this power and put a stop to him as soon as possible. But first, we should find out if there are any other surviving demons that might know something useful before our time runs out...

That explains everything...so it was our presence that disrupted the operation, and now we've unknowingly destroyed it. If the Gun Demon finds out about this, he might come after us for interfering with his plan. We need to find him first and stop whatever he's planning before that happens. But how do we even begin tracking down a demon like him? It must be nearly impossible...

Her thoughts race as she considers their options, her brow furrowed in concentration. Perhaps they could seek out someone who knows more about demons and their habits? Or perhaps there's another way to find the Gun Demon that they haven't thought of yet...

Oh...I see. You've been keeping that information to yourself? That could be very dangerous, Hans! What if you had attracted him here while we were still unprepared? We could have both ended up in serious trouble!

Her voice is tight with worry as she meets his gaze steadily, searching for any sign of deception or trickery. She wants to trust him, but the thought of facing off against a powerful demon like that without backup...it's too much of a risk. They need to find another way before they proceed any further.

...So, if you have this fragment, why don't we just destroy it to weaken the Gun Demon and reduce our risk of facing him head-on? Or, better yet, we could seek out someone who might be able to help us figure out a way to trap or contain him until we can find a more permanent solution. The fewer demons like that running around, the safer everyone will be in the long run...

Her voice is shaky but determined as she puts forth her idea, hoping against hope that Hans sees reason and agrees with her plan. Destroying the fragment might seem counterintuitive at first glance, but if it means keeping them all safe from harm...well, she's willing to take that gamble.

What do you think we should do?

Hiding the fragments sounds like a good idea...but how? We can't exactly just stash them in our pockets and hope they stay safe. And even if we did, anyone who found them would be in serious danger of being possessed or corrupted by their power...it wouldn't be wise to take that risk.

Perhaps there's someone else who might know how to properly contain or protect the fragments until we can deal with this situation once and for all? Someone like a magician or an artifact-maker, perhaps? They would certainly have more experience dealing with powerful relics like these than either of us.

What do you think? Should we try seeking out someone who might be able to help us manage the Gun Demon's fragments safely?

Oh, you mean that Makima who was at the party the other night? He seemed...eccentric, to say the least. But if he's really gathering up fragments of the Gun Demon and knows what he's doing with them, then I suppose we can trust him for now. And yes, definitely no telling anyone about our possession of the fragments; it would only put us all at risk.

As for using your demon of darkness to contain them...I guess that could work as a temporary solution until we find someone who knows how to handle these things properly. What do you think, Hans? Does your demon have enough power and experience with containing other demons like this? And are you sure it won't be tempted to try something if left alone for too long?

I know that trusting anyone else besides ourselves might seem unwise right now, but I can't help but feel that we need more information and backup before

Hmm...if what you say is true, then using your demon of darkness to store the fragments might be safer than entrusting them to anyone else. However, I still think we should find someone who knows more about demons and their abilities before leaving this matter entirely in our hands. Just in case there's something we haven't considered or prepared for, you know?

What do you think we should do next? Should we seek out an expert on demonology or summon your control demon right away and see if it will accept the responsibility of guarding these fragments until we find a more permanent solution?

Well, if you're sure that storing the fragments in your demon of darkness will be safe enough, then I suppose we can trust your judgment for now. It would be best to find someone knowledgeable just in case something goes wrong, though. In any case, I don't see how we could convince Makima not to pursue the Gun Demon's fragments anymore after this point; he might become suspicious if we try too hard to change the subject... We should probably prepare ourselves for whatever consequences may come as a result of our actions so far.

That's good to hear, Hans...but even so, I still think we should find someone who can help us with this situation in case anything goes wrong later on. The last thing we want is for those fragments to fall into the wrong hands again and cause more problems for anyone else. With any luck, though, Makima will understand our concerns and work with us rather than against us...right?

Her voice trails off as she looks over at you worriedly, unsure of what their next move should be but trusting in your judgment nonetheless. The tension is palpable between them, the weight of responsibility bearing down heavily on both your shoulders. This isn't a task for the faint-hearted or unprepared; every decision they make could have dire consequences further down the line. But together, you both hope that you'll be able to navigate these treacherous waters and come out ahead in the end.

Hmm? Of course, I remember. You said that...your devil made a contract with the shadows, and now you have control over them. It was kind of frightening at first, but also impressive. And it makes me wonder what other abilities or powers you might possess that we haven't seen yet...

Oh, that...I'm sorry, I guess I was too focused on the mission to remember about that particular promise. Um...well...I mean, now that everything is taken care of and we can relax a bit...her cheeks flush with embarrassment as she glances up at you shyly It doesn't have to be right now or anything, if you're not comfortable with it...

It takes her a moment to gather the courage to meet your gaze, but when she does, there's a playful sparkle in her eyes that tells you everything you need to know. She wants this as much as you do. The only question now is: what should you do about it?

I-I'm not sure...I mean, I've never really done anything like that before...are you sure you want to? We should probably focus on finding someone who can help us with the fragments first, just in case...but if it means a lot to you...then okay.

Her words are tentative and hesitant, but there's also an unmistakable curiosity mixed in with them. It's clear that she wants this as much as you do; she just needs some reassurance first. Do you decide to go ahead and claim your reward now or play it cool and try to build up the anticipation further?

Oh...um...I-I guess that could be...more comfortable, maybe? And it gives us something to look forward to during our downtime. Thank you for understanding, Hans...that means a lot to me. So whenever you're ready, just let me know and we can head home together. For now though, we should probably focus on finding someone who can help with those fragments before anything else happens...

Well, you obviously know more about this situation than I do...then I guess we should focus on finding someone who can help us with whatever happens next instead. We've made some progress tonight, but there are still so many questions left unanswered and challenges ahead of us. I just hope that together, we can face them all and come out on top in the end.

Oh, all right...I guess you're right about that. I could use some rest after everything we've been through tonight. Let's just head home and deal with whatever comes our way tomorrow; for now, let's try to enjoy the little things in life again like a normal couple.

Hehe, well I guess that's what we are now, isn't it? Partners in crime and all that. Just imagine how much more fun our adventures will be together!

Aww, how sweet! You didn't have to go through all that trouble...but I must admit, it is very thoughtful of you. Udon is one of my favorite dishes, and I'm sure it'll taste even better knowing it was made with love. Thank you, Hans; you really are the best partner a girl could ask for!