In the darkest parts of hell the most despicable of creatures was pacing back and forth. This beast with his demonic features and claws was so mean and so devious words couldn't describe the type of torture he could inflict upon you. His name sent chills down every spine and brought a wave of fear to those around him. He could only be referred to as HIM.
HIM was pacing throughout his throne room. It was dark, courtesy to the rock crumbling walls and the fact it was in hell, the only light source being the surrounding lava occupying any space not touched by the risen rock platforms. The room was mostly bare except for a giant throne belonging to HIM and next to it three slightly smaller thrones reserved for his not so biological shared sons; Brick, Butch and Boomer.
Butch and Boomer were not present at the time but the eldest son Brick was called in to discuss important matters.
As the oldest and smartest it was only natural for HIM to dispense the most responsibility on. HIM was looking for a successor and the pure evil that festered in Brick's mind meant that to HIM he fit the bill.
Brick was a rather tall boy for 18, with his long red hair, red eyes and quite built frame as although he was slim he was still noticeably muscular. On his head sat his signature red cap and hanging loose from his frame was his baggy red hoodie, black jeans and red trainers.
HIM felt that Brick could use more training to become more strategic and challenge himself in order to be a better leader.
"This is why your training is crucial, it will ensure that you become a good leader and then you can have whatever you want. Do you understand? Brick? BRICK! Are you listening?" HIM bellowed.
Of course Brick being 18 although beginning adulthood still holds on to his young teenage hormones and emotions, as a result he wasn't listening to the angry demon.
Instead Brick was occupied with one of HIM's viewing orbs used to spy on the citizens of Townsville, or at least that's what they are supposed to be used for Brick decided a better use would be to spy on his recent love interest Blossom Utonium.
Brick had never really taken an interest in love or relationships before, he considered it foolish to let yourself be so easily taken by someone with the power to control and ruin your life. He refused to let himself be affected by love and become endlessly fascinated with someone, especially when the chances of it lasting for a lifetime were incredibly low.
Yet he still found himself constantly gawking at this one girl more and more, everything about her started to make him more and more fascinated. They had started off as enemies from a young age. Brick was the leader of the Rowdyruff boys known for causing trouble; Blossom was the leader of the Powerpuff Girls known for stopping it.
Eventually as they grew they're petty disputes became a bore and they gave up on the never-ending battle with no winner. They would get in the occasional tiff but it was short lived before they went back to their business.
For the last few months Brick had been pursuing Blossom in an attempt to convince her to just go on a simple date with him but his attempts were futile, but this didn't discourage him. He was by far the most stubborn and determined and he knew, from observing and gathering information, that Blossom with the right tactics could turn quite submissive.
HIM stared unimpressed with the boy who was dreamily admiring the girl in the globe and grew tired of his ignorance, with one quick motion HIM caused the orb to pop breaking Brick from his trance.
"Hey!" Brick protested.
"It's for your own good, if you want to become my beneficiary you have to listen, you need to work hard and focus. I have no time for Slackers. DO I MAKE MYSELF CLEAR!?" HIM yelled.
"Well do I make myself clear when I say I don't care? I don't care about those things, I don't want those things yet, I have my whole life to train and I'm already great. Why is it so important I know everything right away?" Brick asked.
"Training improves your skills further your greatness, you could be far more than great you could be brilliant, genius, villainous. Don't you want others to cower in fear at the mere sight of you or mention of your name? Besides I would like a break to you know and I need a good replacement."
"Not to mention it's good to get a head start while you're young and healthy." HIM answered.
"Well I'll still be young and healthy in a year's time and years after that."
HIM needed to think quickly the boys were stubborn but Brick was the worse, unlike the other two mindless goons he would argue, refuse orders if he felt they weren't worth his time. If HIM were to convince Brick he would have to make it worth his while.
"Is that so? Well what if we make a deal hmm?"
Brick looked up at HIM having caught his full attention. Brick may be smart but he was still prone to male pride and a chance to prove him better than others was hard to resist. But is it wise to make a deal with the devil, even if he is your adoptive father?
After a few moments internally debating he decided to hear HIM's proposal.
"What's the Deal?" Brick asked.
"Well since your mind is clearly elsewhere how about I bring little miss goody two shoes down here, and if you can get her to express feelings towards you then you can postpone your training – but only for a year. But if you fail and she still dislikes you as much as she always has you start training immediately no excuses." HIM bargained.
It was certainly a tempting offer and Brick was intrigued, on one hand he could get Blossom and no training or he could lose Blossom and be forced into prompt training.
"How long would I have?" Brick asked.
"A week our time, if she doesn't escape."
Brick was usually very confident, normally overconfident but this wager made him wary. Of course once he reminded his vain self of how amazing he was it gave him faith.
"Deal." Bricks hand met the claw in a firm shake.
A dark glow started to surround them and spiral upwards like a tornado.
It stopped suddenly and shortly after a figure came falling to the ground with a thud. She groaned holding her head before pushing herself up, swatting her light auburn hair out of her face and stood smoothing out her pink top and dusting her deep blue jeans.
She briefly looks around confused before a frown appeared on her face and her eyes met with her captors.
"Hey Blossy, unusual for you to drop by."