So this chapter is a fun one, there is a few serious things that happen in it, but this scene lasted alot longer then I had intended, as it was so entertaining for me. However, it does answer what happened with Ciel, so I figured you all would appreciate me posting this today rather then a few days from now when I got the time again to write.
Few new characters as well.
Anyway! Enjoy :D
Stacks of books littered the desk that Sebastian had dragged into the large bedroom and the demon paced back and forth before the crackling fireplace.
"Nothing!" he flung the book he had been reading and it hit one of the already leaning stacks, causing several to tumble to the floor. Shadows whisked off his shoulders as he looked over at the mummified boy and with a grimace he blurred and vanished from the room.
Ash and soot filled the air as a stream of darkness shot through the decaying forestry. Abominations blocking the path quickly moved from the oncoming stanpede and screeched and growled after it, but it did not stop. The tyrant of shadow continued until it found the large gates buried within the twisting woodland. A beast that consisted of tattered rags and dark vapor stirred to life at the entrance as the shadow approached.
"Speak your needs…" a voice a few degrees below freezing spoke from beneath the ragged hood. It moved to stand between the creature and the large gate.
The creature stopped and the flaming shadows ceased until color filled his features once more.
"I wish to speak with Cain."
The shade rocked its hood back and forth "his majesty is currently with guest. Perhaps another time…" the words came out slow and echoed as it paused to create each sentence.
Sebastian, fully restored, glowered at the dismissive shade "tell him if he wishes that I never come back again, then that can be arranged."
The shade bobbed its head in a slow nod and passed through the gate as if it weren't there. Soon it vanished within the dark scenery and Sebastian was left to wait in silence. His foot began to tap and he crossed his arms in impatience, considering leaping to the tops of the gate, but he paused as he felt others approaching the manor. He glanced over his shoulder and saw a group of demons a few feet behind him, one of which that looked familiar.
"Sebastian correct? That's what you prefer to be called?" Lily, the 5th demon lord called out, offering a wave. Three females and two males followed her and they stood in two separate groups. One male and female stood close to her left, and the others the did the same on the right. Sebastian raised a brow.
"What business might you have with my father?"
"Ah, well you see it's actually for the both of you, so I'm glad you're here. I got word you two had returned and you both had left before I got the chance to assist you."
"Assist?" He asked, looking interested. He didn't know much about the earth obsessed demoness, but he couldn't help liking her. She looked so much like… he dropped the train of thought, still not wanting to accept the fallen Demoness's death.
"Yes, I've brought you a crew for your new throne, if you're willing to accept." Lily smiled and outstretched an arm to the couple behind her. "This is my gift to you, my fellow lord. Ruling a throne alone in hell is borderline suicide."
Sebastian considered the two standing behind her and when he made eye contact, the two bowed. It was the man that spoke first and Sebastian was not expect the deep russian grumble that escaped the man.
"A pleasure to meet you, new lord. I am Nero" he paused and looked up, showing his teal colored eyes that matched the darker blues of his hair. The length was short and though it looked like the man slicked it back, it still spiked at the tips, ruining the soft slick look. He looked down at the woman still bowing and gestured above her head to point down at her "and this is Yana."
"I could introduce myself" the woman shook her head and looked up as well "Hello, my lord, my name is Yana. Me and my counterpart currently serve Lily, but we are eager to serve you if you'd accept." The woman was quite the polar opposite of the darker aqua colored man. Her skin was bright and hair was a deep chestnut. Her eyes were the color of honey and she smiled a challenging smile.
Sebastian returned the grin and looked back to the blonde demoness "before I accept any sort of present, might I inquire of your true purpose?"
Lily sighed and she moved close so she could speak low, and he was shocked by how lethal the woman appeared as her eyes shift crimson.
"You are the son of Cain, therefore I shall assist you in an way I possibly can. If he desired your enthronement, then I shall assist in protecting you. It is as simple as that." She leaned away, the cut throat demeanor diminishing and she tilted her so she could see around him. "Now where has that Terror gone? It shouldn't of took this long to send a message…"
Lily moved forward and the other three trailed behind her, but Nero and Yana remained before Sebastian.
"She is honest" Nero stated, watching Lily knock on the large gate and he smirked as she began yelling for something inside to notice her. His teal eyes moved to look at Sebastian once more. "By my understanding, she owes your father a great deal."
"As to what, I guess we'll never know" Yana interjected, moving forward to stick out a hand to Sebastian. "So, what'cha say, my lord?"
It felt weird to hear them address him as lord and it made him stiffen, but nonetheless he offered his hand.
"Yes, but you shall address me as Sebastian until further instruction." The hands met and the woman's smile climbed higher as she squeezed their fingers.
"Affirmative."
It was then that the gates opened upon their own and Lily instructed them all to enter.
Sebastian moved so could walk next to Lily and their little entourage followed a few steps behind. When they arrived at the mansions double large doors, Cain and Daeva were waiting outside for them. Cain's expression became confused and he glanced over at the shade floating a few feet away.
"I thought you said it was just my son."
The shade bobbed its head in a nod, it's only response. Cain turned back to them, hands moving to his hips.
"Who was here first, and why the hell are you all bothering me today. I'm busy."
Daeva blinked, but other then that she seemed neutral "I am only still here because I was assisting you with your defenses as per our arrangement, Cain."
The demon grinned and cupped her cheek "ah, but you too wanted to ramble on about such unnecessary matters."
Daeva's eyes narrowed and she lifted a hand to gently remove the lord's hand from her face. "I only wished to hear the story of my brother's death and now that I have refortified your estate I shall take my leave. Fare thee well, Cain. May it be another decade before I need speak with you again." The woman's white irises moved to Sebastian and for a moment he sensed hostility, but nothing on her face reflected such harsh intentions. As she walked down the steps she paused beside him.
"One wonders how thick blood truly flows within our bodies" a sideways glance, and she took her leave. Sebastian watched her go, almost missing his father's question.
"I thought you said three days, did you miss me that much?"
A twitch of annoyance furrowed his brow as he forced a smile to his face, turning to face Cain "I can assure you that I am not here for pleasure, but only for a mere question. I would appreciate it if you would simply answer so I may return home at once."
"Must you always be so spiteful?" The elder asked, moving to stand before Lily. He leaned forward and placed a kiss on the woman's cheek and smiled down at her. "Allow me to deal with my disrespectful son and I'll be right with you."
"Like father like son, they say" Sebastian grinned, eyes closed.
"Not a problem, it's amusing to watch the two of you." Lily chuckled and moved to sit on the stairs, the three trailing after her. Cain sighed and glowered as he made eye contact with his son.
"Get on with it."
Sebastian nodded, his earlier seriousness returning "Ciel is petrified."
Cain blinked, rendered speechless. After a moment he bit his lip and his chest began quivering as he managed to squeak out.
"perhaps… you came on… too strong..."
With an outburst of tear streaking laughter, Cain was launched skyward from his own son's uppercut.
Several moments later when the elder recomposed himself he asked "what do you mean by petrified?"
"He is frozen in place. No breath, no movement, and a below freezing temperature."
Cain's features melted into understanding and he moved forward to pat his son's shoulder.
"It sounds as if your little pet died, I'm so sorry."
Sebastian's eyes flared ember and he snarled "one more joke and I set the estate aflame."
Cain narrowed his eyes "if one more demon burns my house to the ground, I will slaughter all of hell."
It was Lily's turn to cry out in laughter and all but the two bickering joined in. Cain sighed once again, exasperation making him cave in "your boy is a vampire, Mammon. Did you not consider the spawns of night need rest?"
Sebastian's eyes widened and he stared at the ground.
"Vampires sleep like the dead during the day, as their bodies cannot function when the sun dawns. Only when the sun sets will your pet awake from such a curse." Cain made a shooing motion and moved towards Lily, clearly dismising his son.
He didn't consider sleep when he saw the state the boy had been in. Feelings of relief flooded him and his cheeks lightened pink as he doubled over in laughter, the sound merry.
"I… I have been such a fool." Laughter, pure genuine laughter caused his eyes to overflow with tears and his body began to ache for the shuddering splendor. He wiped the tears from his eyes and smiled at his father's back. "Thank you, father."
Cain paused and looked back, his expression soft "of course, now go. Silly child."
Sebastian nodded and looked to his two new companions.
"Come, let us return home."
To be continued.
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