I am losing ideas fast. So if anyone gets confused, just let me know and I'll try to explain. Sorry for the unprofessionalism. ^_^' Anyways, enjoy!
The young human ran with all his might, trying to get to his best friend's house before it was too late. His lungs burned and his legs were tired. But he refused to stop. The mere thought of Richard dying was just too much to bear...
The ghost's manor came into view, ultimately making the boy much more relieved. His lungs almost felt as though they were gonna burst at any minute.
Knocking harshly on the door, he prayed it would be his ghost friend that opened it instead of his uncles. It's not like he was against Casper's uncles, but it would be much easier if Casper himself opened the door. After all… it was Casper who could help.
Much to his liking Casper opened the door, who was greatly surprised to see his best friend there, panting and breathless.
" Jimmy, what's wrong? "
Jimmy huffed in breath a few more breaths, raising his hand to signal he would speak momentarily.
" Th-there's trouble! "
He said, still breathing harshly.
" That orange THING you told me about… he took Thatch and Richard! "
Almost instantaneously Casper's eyes grew wide in shock, almost unable to believe it.
" That's terrible! "
He cried.
" Come on! I know some people who could help! "
Fatch growled deeply at the pounding on the door, bringing his sharp crimson claws up in preparation of his mauling. He could not stand people who would repeatedly pound on the door. It was annoying and down right rude. ' I swear, if it's a human, I'm going to bite him… ' He thought bitterly. Opening the door, he was deeply surprised to find Casper with a human next to him. ' Why in the UNDERWORLD would Casper be hanging out with a human? ' He pondered. ' Or better yet, why did he bring one here…?'
" … Casper? Why is there a human at my door? "
Casper almost wanted to laugh upon hearing this, as it was strange that that would be the first thing Fatch would ask. ' Seriously, of all things he could've asked… ' He thought, laughing mentally.
" Fatch, we have trouble. "
The ghost explained.
" Thatch and Richard have been taken by Septimus. "
The vampire immediately grew serious upon hearing this, his crimson eyes growing wide in shock. That demon kidnapped Thatch…? He was much less concerned about Richard because, again, he was a human. But Thatch too…? What did that demon have against Thatch? Seriously? Every other month/week/day he was doing something horrible to the little creature. Did he just not like him, or was there actually a reason for it?
Fatch shook his head free of those questions, as now was not the time to be thinking about them. Now was the time to think of a plan. He knew how to GET to the demon and his hideout. It was in Nerezza. All he had to do was cast the spell. But he also knew that he was not strong enough to take on that demon alone. He'd need help. And no offense to Casper or his friend, but they weren't exactly powerful enough to do anything. He'd need Jake and Jack (lol).
However, he didn't really have time to go to scare school and get them. Maybe he could call on an angel—no. There was no way an ANGEL would help him. Hell, they would probably kill him on the spot. Urgh! How was he supposed to do this?!
" Say please. "
The group of three jumped, not expecting the voice at all. Turning around, they were surprised to see an angel in a trench coat, and Jack beside him. It took a second for Fatch to recognize the angel.
" … I've seen you before… "
He mumbled, more to himself than anything.
" In a hallucination… you're… Merek… "
Merek smiled softly, slightly relieved to know the vampire hadn't forgotten him.
" Correct. "
He answered softly.
" I have wanted to meet you properly for a while now, your highness. "
Fatch pulled back upon hearing the formality, not used to actually hearing it.
" Err, just Fatch please. "
" Of course. "
Jack grinned slightly, wanting to speed things up a little.
" Now, you needed to go to Nerezza right? "
Fatch looked a little stunned to say the least.
" H-how did you know? "
" Oh, Merek's a time angel and told me everything. "
The angel in question blushed, looking down at his feet whilst his wings flapped a few times.
" Aw, don't be so modest Merek. You have an incredible power. "
The shadow demon teased, gently punching the others arm. The angel blushed harsher, stepping to the side a bit. Jack laughed now, letting his hands turn a harsh red shade, opening a hole in the ground. Or more specifically, the portal.
" Now. "
Jack began, now sounding completely serious.
" Let's go. "
Merek, Casper, and Fatch jumped into the portal without another word. Jimmy was about to follow suit, but a jet black hand pressed against his torso, preventing him from doing so. The boy looked up at the demon, truly looking irritated.
" Hey! "
He cried.
" Let me go! "
" Sorry kiddo. "
Jack said, truly sounding sorry.
" But you don't stand a chance against a demon. Perhaps you should stay here. "
" But Richard's my friend to! I wanna help! "
" What help would you be if you wound up dead? "
Jack hated to be so blunt, but he had no other choice. If Jimmy went, he'd more than likely die.
" Richard wouldn't want you to die for his sake. So if not for me, stay here for him. "
Jimmy looked truly torn upon hearing this, but slowly backed off. The demon before him smiled sadly, patting the human on the head.
" Don't worry. "
He reassured.
" We'll bring him back alive. "
The shadow turned back to the now closing portal, jumping inside quickly. Jimmy sighed, praying that the demon would keep his word.
Hurray! Action will be in the next chapter, so be ready for it! Bonsoir!
