Let me take you for a ride
With the devil in the details.
We'll kiss and tremble with delight.
Everything is fine
With the devil in the details.
We're gonna dance with him tonight.

All of my wrongs,
And all my wicked ways.
Will come back to haunt me, come what may.
For all the songs,
I hope to write some day.
Looks like the devil's here to stay.

Placebo – Devil in the details

Chapter 10

"I've become my father", Lily thought when she was taking a bubble bath.

Deal with a devil. Great. She couldn't believe she had actually said yes. But then again, she had to consider her options. That bastard had found her Achilles' heel. She couldn't bare the thought of being tied up forever, especially to him. This way she could have at least some power. He would have to treat her properly. And Lily had to admit that the thought of safety was… appealing. She was tired of fighting just to get along day after day. She was tired being pushed around. This guy might be a jerk but he definitely can give her what he promised. It seemed that he was on the top of the food chain, for time being anyway. But there was the matter of Lily keeping her end of the deal. She didn't like the idea at all. She was no saint. Things that uncle Cian had made her do still haunt her. She didn't even know how many lives she had ruined. And for what, so uncle Cian could have more power and wealth. There was no salvation or forgiveness for her. And since she had plenty of time to kill, why not? She didn't have to like this guy. Maybe she would learn to tolerate him. His requests weren't unreasonable. She didn't have to tell him everything. But she had to find those damn coffins. That should be fun. Lily wasn't exactly cuddling type. She didn't even like shaking people's hands. Touching of any kind was unpleasant for her, mainly because that cleared her vision so much. She could saw enough without it. But deal was a deal. Lily got up, washed herself and wore a nightgown he had given her. It was best to get this over with. Lily took a deep breath before she left the bathroom. Klaus was sitting on the bed waiting for her. It seemed that someone had changed the sheets. And there were some candles burning on a table. Seriously? Lily felt tense. Klaus got up and approached her. His touch was very gentle this time. Still Lily pulled away when he kissed her.

"What do you need?" Klaus asked frustrated. "Flowers, chocolate, poems, what? Tell me and I take care of it."

"Just some respect", Lily replied coldly. "In case you haven't notice, I'm not so trilled about this. I wanted to do this with Mic…"

Lily bit her tongue. Klaus looked curios.

"With who?" he asked.

"I meant with someone who I trust and care about, not with someone who have abused and humiliated me."

"I apologize for that. Just tell me what to do."

Lily thought about it.

"Ok, let's start with something easy. Take your shirt off and sit down."

Klaus smirked.

"Yes ma'am."

Lily rolled her eyes.

"And it's probably best if you don't speak."

Klaus took his shirt off and sat on the bed. Lily sat next to him.

"Just be quiet and don't move", Lily said and closed her eyes.

She had to let her body get used to touching him. Lily didn't open her eyes when she touched his face with both of her hands. She let her hands slid to his arms, abs and stomach. She saw a lot of things she didn't want to see but it was getting easier. Finally she opened her eyes. Klaus was looking at her very strangely. Like he was hungry or something. He was waiting for her permission.

"Ok", Lily said.

Klaus pulled her closer and kissed her. She forced her body to relax. Lily wasn't sure what she was doing but she tried to respond to his touch and kisses. At least he knew what he was doing. It wasn't unpleasant. Lily was almost ashamed when she realized that she was enjoying his touch. Klaus probably realized it as well because he was smirking. He tried to be careful but it still hurt. Lily closed her eyes and tried to concentrate. She couldn't. Her body had to recover first.

"Are you alright?" Klaus asked when he was finally lying next to her.

"Fine. You?"

"Can't complain", Klaus replied smiling. "Did you see where the coffins are?"

"You have to give me a minute."

"Sure sweetheart. It must be great."

"What?"

"To see what you can see."

Lily laughed bitterly.

"Not really."

"Why's that?" Klaus asked.

"You know the saying; the truth will set you free? That's certainly a lie."

"How come?"

"Everyone has secrets they don't want anyone to know. In most cases truth is like a curse word."

"I suppose you're right", Klaus said.

"Believe me, I am. My mother for example cheated my father many times. I was seven so I couldn't quite understand what I was seeing in her mind so I asked. Then she drowned me."

Klaus's eyes widened.

"And I thought my mother was a bitch. What happened then?"

"My father made this… deal. But that's not important. I need you to come a little closer", Lily said. "And before you say anything annoying, forget it. I need a simple physical touch now when we have some kind of… connection. Just to find what you are looking for."

Klaus smirked but he didn't say anything. He just wrapped his arms around her.

"Is this good?" he asked.

"Yes, but if you ever tell anyone about this, I swear…"

"My lips are sealed", Klaus interrupted her teasingly.