Dumah was on his laptop looking at a website for tips and guidelines for what he was planning to do after Byakuya Togami was dealt with.
He was going to make Japan a better place for children so nothing awful could happen to them like what happened to him and Ariel centuries ago.
However, Dumah knew they need to kill Byakuya at some point. He and Ariel couldn't wait any longer for Byakuya to slip up and give away his home address. They would need to kick their plan into gear any day now.
Dumah heard a knock on his door. He got up to answer it and how displeasure when he saw his father.
"Can I help you?" Dumah said emotionless.
"Can we talk?" Lucifer asked. "As father and son?"
"Father and son?" Dumah said sarcastically. He walked away from the door and headed back into the living room. Allowing Lucifer to walk him.
The Devil closed the door behind him and walked into the living room. He saw his son sitting on the sofa, closing his laptop down, placing it beside him. "So, do you like the new laptop?"
"Better and faster than my old one," Dumah replied as he folded his arms. "Right cut to the chase."
Lucifer sat on the sofa. "Right first off. I've ended things with Yukizome," The Devil said.
Dumah's eyes widened in surprise. "Why?"
"I've done it to improve things between us, plus, I heard you weren't too happy about me making a move on Yukizome."
"Who told you that?"
"Ariel, of course."
"When did you see her?" Dumah asked, surprised.
"A few days ago at the police station."
Dumah's eyes lit up in horror. "WHAT?!"
"Relax son," Lucifer said calmly. "Nothing bad happened. Togami sure did take an interest when Ariel I spoke. But he never heard anything."
"Oh, really?" Dumah said fuming.
"Yes, I would have asked Ariel to leave the station otherwise."
Dumah closed his eyes and let out a big sigh. In a bid to calm himself down.
"Dumah… I'm sorry," Lucifer said.
Dumah's eyes opened wide as he looked at his father. "What?" He said, shocked.
"I'm sorry for how I treated you all those years ago," Lucifer sighed. "I was wrong to call you pathetic. You're meant to be my son. The Devil's son. I hated you for being so weak. But as you said at the time. You were only a child. Which was echoed by your mother. But you have grown up into a fine man. One that is strong and will protect Ariel from any danger."
Dumah looked at his father in complete surprise. He never once thought would get an apology from his father.
"Dumah if you continue to hate me forever. Then so be it. But I would like for us to reconnect and be a family."
"Over 200 years later," Dumah said sarcastically. "May I ask why you are choosing now as the time to try and reconnect with me? Ariel and I are going to end the Togami in a few days from now. Your timing couldn't be worse."
"Because I thought I could bargain with you," Lucifer replied.
"More like bribe!" Dumah said harshly. "How can you help us two? You're not supposed to meddle in mortal affairs!"
"I broke the rules when you two were children. When I saved you both and created those ring. My brother gave you and Ariel money to ensure that you two can get away from Japan. So, we are willing to break the rules when we see fit. Needless to say that we both got an ear-bashing from our father for breaking the rules."
"Oh I'm sure that grandfather has broken the rules from to time to time," Dumah said unimpressed. "I wonder if I will ever get to meet God himself? Considering he has shown no interest to meet any of his grandchildren. Anyway, I'm rambling, how are you going help Ariel and me?"
Lucifer raised his right hand and clenched it. A red glow appeared around his hand. Then it vanished it. He opened his hand, and Dumah saw a folded piece of paper.
"Go on take it," Lucifer said.
Dumah took the piece of paper, and he opened it. His eyes widened in disbelief as he saw what was written on the paper. "Why?"
"Because like I said, I want us to reconnect," Lucifer replied. "I know you won't throw this information away for Ariel's sake. So, I'm asking you for a second chance."
Dumah looked at his father and narrowed his eyes at him. "Oh, I get it now. If I don't accept your idea of us bonding. You will destroy this paper correct? You're the one that pathetic!"
"I'm the Devil I'm not supposed to show anyone kindness," Lucifer replied coldly.
"But I'm your SON! I'm not some random guy! Until you are not afraid to show your love for your own son without hiding it behind an excuse or blackmail to protect your public image then you and I? Forget it!"
Dumah handed the paper back to Lucifer, which shocked the latter. Dumah stood up and headed for the kitchen, leaving Lucifer to mull over Dumah's words.
"Is it wrong for me to hide my true feelings behind an excuse or blackmail?" Lucifer muttered. "But I'm the Devil! I can't be caught showing love and kindness to anyone. But…" Lucifer sighed. "Dumah is my son, and I've not been the best father to him. Maybe I should take the hit on my public image if it means being on better terms with my son."
Dumah walked back into the living room with a can of juice. He sat down and stared at his father as the latter was deep in thought.
A minute had passed, Lucifer turned his head to his son. "Dumah, I love you. I won't be winning any father of the century awards. But I want us to bond. So, you can this back without any strings attached." Lucifer handed his son the piece of paper.
"Seriously?" Dumah said, narrowing his eyes.
"Yes, I'm going to listen to your words and start treating you with love and kindness without trying to hide it with other means," Lucifer said honestly. "I know you are busy. But hopefully when you kill Togami. We can meet up and chat?"
Dumah looked at his father, and he could sense his old man was honest with him.
Dumah looked at the ground. "I suppose we can," he sighed.
Lucifer felt relief with his son's reply. "I'm glad to hear it, son."
"You can give me tips on how to rule," Dumah said.
"Rule?"
"Yes," Dumah replied as he looked at his father. "I have a plan after I kill Togami. So does Ariel. I plan to become a politician, then slowly raise up to become Prime Minister."
"For what purpose?" Lucifer asked, stunned. "You're making a pretty good living off voice acting."
"My goal is to ensure children can grow up happy and healthy. So they can avoid what Airel and I had to go through when we were children. So, what better way is there by becoming the Prime Minister, where I can make stuff happen."
"What about Ariel?"
Dumah began to chuckle. "She will be taking Togami's old job. Then she will slowly raise up the ranks where she will be in charge of the whole police force in Japan. Then the two of us will work together to ensure a golden era of peace."
"It sounds like you two are going to be very busy," Lucifer said, laughing.
"Yip," Dumah nodded.
"Well, I suppose I better leave you to it then," Lucifer said. Then his face began seriously. "I wish you, luck son. We will speak to each soon ok?"
"Of course, father."
Lucifer stood up. "Goodbye, son." He left the apartment.
Dumah let out a sigh. "I must be getting soft. If I'm allowing myself to bond with my father." He placed the can of juice on the glass table and picked up his laptop. He flipped the screen opened. Then he resumed looking at a website on how to become a politician.
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