The Limitless Curse (Rewrite taking over the original story)

Chapter 20: The Poolside Provocation

Reya:
"Ruruko, let it go. He's not worth the stress."

Reya Kusaka, the most mature of the group, had long braided brown hair and striking golden eyes. She often served as the voice of reason among her peers.

Saji:
"As much as I dislike Y/N's attitude, I'll admit he's the one who took down Kokabiel—not Issei."

The group eventually arrived at their destination: an upper-middle-class Japanese home tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood. The well-maintained house stood out with its clean design and the large cherry blossom tree in the front yard.

Tsubaki:
"This is his house? I don't remember it looking this nice last time."

They approached the front door and knocked. After a moment, they heard a loud crash followed by hurried footsteps. The door opened to reveal Y/N, half-asleep in a T-shirt and shorts, rubbing his eyes.

Y/N:
"Oh, it's you guys. What do you want?"

He yawned, scratching his chest absentmindedly before stepping aside.
"Come in, make yourselves comfortable. Just don't break anything while I get ready."

The group filed into the living room, which was immaculately clean and tastefully decorated. Dark wood floors and modern furniture gave the space a cozy yet sophisticated feel. A bookshelf lined one wall, filled with an eclectic mix of novels, technical manuals, and journals.

Saji:
"How the hell does he afford a place like this?"

Sona:
"That's a good question."

Y/N (from upstairs):
"By working harder than you, obviously."

Moments later, Y/N reappeared, now dressed casually in dark jeans and a fitted black hoodie. His confident demeanor matched his sharp features.

Y/N:
"Alright, what's this about?"

Sona:
"We're inviting you to a pool party to celebrate the defeat of Kokabiel."

Y/N:
"Pass."

Sona:
"You didn't even let me finish. You're the main reason we won, so it would feel wrong without you there."

Before Y/N could respond, Ruruko smirked.
"What's the matter? Afraid of a little hard work, tough guy?"

Y/N:
"The pint-sized delinquent isn't talking smack, is she?"

Ruruko:
"What did you just call me, you spiky-haired freak?"

The two locked eyes, sparks practically flying as they leaned in close, ready to throw verbal punches.

Sona:
"Enough, both of you. Y/N, we need you there for another reason. Issei has been spreading lies, claiming he defeated Kokabiel, and Rias isn't doing anything to stop him."

Y/N's eyes narrowed slightly, a dangerous glint flashing in them.
"Oh, so you want me to put the mutt in his place? Well Why didn't you just say so?"

Back at the Pool

The poolside atmosphere felt charged as Y/N stepped in alongside Sona's peerage, his presence drawing immediate attention from Rias' group. His sharp, analytical gaze swept across the scene, lingering momentarily on Issei, who was sprawled out on the floor nursing a bruised ego. The shattered door creaked ominously behind him, a clear indicator of Y/N's dramatic entrance.