New chapter! Probably a bit shorter than normal, but not all chapters can be long as fuck, can it?
Also, for notice, Lucifer only has ONE pair of Wings. No matter the race.
"...Are you-"
The woman's voice devolved into nothing more than a ringing in my head as my vision unfocused.
My lips twitched, twisting into sometimes a snarl, sometimes a wrathful, psychotic smile.
And more than anything I could hear my heart beat in my throat, raging as it pounded against my chest.
~Ba-Dump, Ba-Dump.~
My mouth opened as if to say something, anything, but the words got caught in my throat as I shut my eyes, clenching my fists so hard they turned white.
I was overwhelmed with rage. A primal Wrath welled up inside of me at her words.
How...how could Humans be so evil?
I know. I know. I shouldn't be getting this worked up about things, right?
Shit like this happens. I mean, they are Humans after all...
But that didn't make it okay, did it? No.
Now I know I'm not who I used to be, I'm not the 'Archangel of Justice', or whatever titles I've been given before.
I'm Lucifer fucking Morningstar! The punisher of evil.
Blood rushed to my head, and I quickly felt the world spinning around me. Almost like I was being thrown around.
And look, I get it. I'm supposed to be 'Satan'. The 'Father of Sin'.
I'm supposed to be able to look at gruesome torture and not even blink, I'm supposed to be able to look at a man rape a woman and just laugh and walk away, aren't I?
The Devil is bad, the personification of evil. If I'm not insane, and willing to cut open a baby's guts and eat their intestines, I can't call myself Lucifer. Right?
Right? Right? RIGHT?!
"-cifer? Are you okay? You're...you're bleeding."
"Huh?" I dumbed asked, putting my hand to my nose where I felt something run down my lip.
And pulling my fingers away, I saw blood? I was having a nosebleed?
...That's embarrassing.
"Oh, sorry Love. I...well, I really don't know what happened there.."
The woman pulled out a handkerchief, and wiped the blood off of my face with a smile.
"It's okay. You look hot when you bleed."
...
"What?"
"Nothing." She immediately replied, her cheeks dusted pink.
"O...kay?"
I let out a little, awkward laugh. Smiling before I coughed into my hand, realising something.
She never actually told me her name, did she?
Huh. Well, now's a good a time as ever.
"What's your name, by the way? There's only so many times I can call you 'Love' or 'Darling' before it gets a bit weird."
She giggled, before extending out a hand, licking her lips. Her bright green lipstick looking beautiful on her, giving her an almost exotic look.
...A stripper look, really.
"Sorry, I forgot earlier because of the whole...y'know. It's Shaundi, Shaundi Gat."
Huh. No wonder she looked familiar-
Wait what?! She didn't just call herself-
But...how does this fit into DxD?! I know America has like, little to practically no involvement in the series but...seriously?
If she's Shaundi, then, then...
"What city are we in?"
She gave me a strange look at that. Not a dirty look, but just strange.
"Steelport. Why? Did you have to much to drink last night or something?" A raised brow came from her.
I murmured a reply. "Or something."
But this got me thinking. My knowledge of this world...could it be trusted? I mean, what next?
Is Saints Row 4 canon?! Because I am not dealing with Aliens, especially not ones that can force me into a fucking simulation!
...Please don't tell me this world has got Aliens.
[If by 'Aliens', you mean beings that come from space...then no. This world has no Aliens.]
That sounds...very, very ominous. And also kind of scary.
Especially because this world has like 5,000 different Mythologies just mixed together.
Well, probably not 5,000, but you yet what I mean right?
In a world where Gods like Zeus and Thor exist, Hades and Anubis...yeah, it's kind of scary.
Huh, I wonder if Roman Gods exist, I mean. Aren't they just Greek Gods at the end of the day? Or does it work the other way 'round?
"Aaanyway, I think I should be off. If this is Morningstar territory then I really can't be seen."
Shaundi spoke, breaking me from my thoughts as her eyes darted all across the place.
Totally not suspicious, I snorted in my mind.
But her speaking up reminded me of right now, this world. And...the fact I have absolutely no home.
Shit.
"Hey, uh...Shaundi?" I started,
She didn't look like she wanted to be here any longer, but she replied with a quick "What?"
...
I rubbed the back of my head, coughing awkwardly as I tried to find the words I wanted to speak.
"I'm uh...well see, I don't- I'm homeless."
...
...
"And? Go to a Shelter or something-"
Fuck, I needed to think of something. A lie maybe-
Wait, no, fuck. I physically can not lie to save my life!
"A homeless shelter? You know it's probably owned by whoever runs Morningstar to get some more grunts. I'm sure that would turn out just dandy."
I drawled. Shaundi atleast had the decency to blush at that.
But obviously convincing her wasn't so easy, as she crossed her arms.
"Okay, but why should I care? I don't know you. What, do you think just because you're...decent looking, I'll let you just freeload off of me?"
Wow, I could practically taste the sass in the air.
Putting a hand to my heart, I just grinned. Sure, I could sleep outside for a few days- actually, no I couldn't.
"It would be only temporary, darling. I'll find a Morningstar base soon enough and just take it over, maybe a penthouse? Hmm..."
A penthouse sounded absolutely amazing. Like the one in SR3? Blinking, I snapped my fingers, focusing my thoughts.
"Of course, as I live with you for now. I'll do housework. I can even be your little mercenary for a while, point me to who, and I'll kill them! A Killer Maid, yeah?"
I said with a happy smile, before leaning forward, a hand covering my mouth from anybody who was trying to listen.
And I whispered; "Of course, I can also take care of your...needs, too~"
That made the woman's face light up like a Christmas tree, her cheeks going as red as a ruby as she blushed.
She stammered for a little while, before sighing.
"Fine. You can stay with me, only under one condition."
My grin got wider.
"Oh? And what's that?"
"As long as he accepts." She said, giving a short sigh.
"You bringing home stray dogs now, Shaundi?"
A man's voice said as he leaned back on a sofa, his eyes meeting mine, even though he was now upside down.
...What the fuck?
The man was definitely of Asian origin- that's not racist, is it?-, he had slicked back, black hair.
And...he wore a pair of sunglasses, with square lenses.
That wasn't the cause of my confusion. The cause of it was that...he was supposed to be dead.
"Well, you know how I am, Johnny. I'm a dog lover, and when I see one roaming these streets? Well, I just had to pick him up."
I wanted to say something about Doggy Style, but I was still in a bit of shock. The words got stuck on my tongue. Even as Shaundi patted my head condescendingly.
Of course, the guy noticed my staring at him. And he grinned.
"If you want to suck me off, it'll cost you a tenner."
A snort came from me, I couldn't stop myself from letting out an unbridled laugh.
This shouldn't be happening, but it is. And it looks like my knowledge about Saints Row is completely thrown out of the window.
Probably the rest of DxD too, maybe.
But fuck it, whats the point in living life if there's no adventure?
The man got up, and started walking towards me, his whole posture laid back.
"The names Lucifer, Lucifer Morningstar." I extended a hand out.
...Only, a gun was suddenly pressed between my eyes. And the man had snapped his head to the woman next to me.
"What the fuck, Shaundi? Bringing Morningstar cunts to our fucking house?!"
I gave him a dead stare, he was just barely taller than me, standing at 6'1. I myself was 6'0.
But even then, with the cold metal shoved against me, I didn't feel fear, and instead just waved my hand mockingly, laughing.
"Please, you can try. But the last time someone shot me, let's just say...well, nobody will be seeing him again." I gave a toothy grin, as if daring the man to shoot me.
Shaundi however, shouted as she gripped his arm, forcing him to stare at her.
"He's not Morningstar! He just has an...unfortunate last name. Hell, this guy didn't even know about them until just earlier! He didn't even know what city he was in, so calm down, Johnny."
Pressing myself against the Gun, I nudged it just a bit. "Come on, shoot me. I wonder what type of skill would be the easiest way to kill you."
His .45 Fletcher shook for just a moment, before he sighed and took a step back, leaning against the back of the sofa.
I just gave a signature cocky grin to him, or I would've...
If Shaundi hadn't gripped my cheekbones with one hand, forcing me to look at her.
"Don't be stupid. And if you ever, ever hurt Johnny...I will personally put a bullet through your eyes."
Raising my hands in mock defeat, I let out a little laugh.
"Alright, alright. I get it. Don't hurt your boyfriend, I wish you'd told me earlier."
"Pfft–!"
"–Gak! Gak! HUH?!"
...Did I say something wrong?
I looked around confusedly as Johnny and Shaundi started to cough on their can of coke and saliva respectively.
It was after a minute that Shaundi hit my shoulder, glaring at me.
"You asshole! He's my fucking brother!"
Wait what?
Looking at Shaundi, I looked to Johnny, who had calmed down too. And then I looked back at Shaundi, and then to Johnny again and-
"But–"
"We're half-related."
"Ahh, that makes a lot more sense." I nodded sagely.
And then, as I looked around, I couldn't help but notice just how cramped this room was.
Boxes were littered around, and there was a bit of a mess scattered around.
"Yeah, yeah. It's not the best place I know. Anyway, your bed is the couch."
I had to bite back a 'who the fuck says 'couch'?' and instead just sat down, next to Johnny.
It was...comfy, I guess. I would definitely still prefer a bed but I know in my situation I can't really complain all too much.
"Say...are you really called Lucifer, or are you parents a bit fucked in the head?"
Johnny nudged my side, getting a shocked squawk from Shaundi across the room. She shouted something along the lines of 'Have some decency, you rat-brained moron!'
...Very creative, I have to admit.
But I couldn't help but snicker.
"God Given, I'm afraid. But then again, I've gone by names like Hêlēl and Samael, so I wonder how long 'Lucifer' will last...ah, but you can call me Luci, if that makes it easier?"
I said nonchalantly. The man next to me just stared deadly in my direction.
And as he lowered his glasses, his bright brown eyes stared into my own dark eyes.
"Look, I know codenames are 'cool', but c'mon man! Not knowing your name is gonna kill me."
I rolled my eyes in amusement before I stood up with a bit of a groan.
At first, I was just going to show off my Devil wings, but thinking more on it, I had a much better idea.
"You don't believe me? That I am Lucifer Morningstar, the Archangel of Justice, the Lightbringer?"
Your Race has changed to [Super Seraphim Archangel]
FWOOM~*
The air around me shuddered as it became displaced, causing a small gust to be thrown about the room, barely enough to lift a small piece of paper, but noticeable.
And by my side, were a singular pair of almost-divine white wings. Even as I looked at it myself, I couldn't help but marvel at how...pure they were.
It was the type of white your parents tell you not to buy, because it will get dirty immediately. But I didn't feel dirty in the slightest.
They even gave off a white glow, which really added to the feel.
And above my head, a disk of pure light glowed. I was an...
"Angel..."
Hearing Shaundi whisper out those words, I threw a grin in her direction, my arms raising into the air as I held the back of my head.
Then I laughed, looking at the dumbfounded looks on their faces.
"Hahaha, yeah! What, didn't you know Angels are real?"
I mockingly asked, waving a finger in the two's direction.
Surprisingly though, Johnny was the one who broke out his stupor first, as he stood up.
"I- what the fuck..."
And then he put a hand on my wing, stroking a feather with a finger.
...I completely forgot these things were sensitive, as I shuddered slightly.
My wing flinched away from Johnny, I kept it away from him, glaring slightly.
"Please don't touch it like that."
He smirked at me, and- oh god, I fell into his trap!
"That's what she said."
...
"Fuck you," I grumbled out. Crossing my arms as my wings retracted into my body.
Shaundi took this moment to speak up and- she wasn't standing this close to me before...
"So, you're an Angel? You said Archangel of Light and Justice, right? Does that mean-"
Ah, I see her plan.
I'm a celestial being, an Angel of the highest order. No man could stand in my way, which is why I could probably easily destroy Morningstar.
All it would take from me is a bit of time, considering how big the corrupt gang is.
Can an illegal gang be corrupt?
"Yeah. I'll help you take down Morningstar. After all, they are ruining my not-so good name!"
To emphasise my point, I raised my palm to my side, and watched in hidden awe as light began to swim around my hand.
Shining brightly, the Light seeped into a Katana-like shape like a flowing river, curving beautifully before solidifying.
"Woah..."
I didn't know who that came from, all I know is that I was so fucking excited to see my Light Magic.
It was so pure, free from any sin. Just like it used to be when I was in Heaven...
"We'll burn that shitty 'syndicate' to the ground, along with any other gangs in Steelport!"
I shouted out, the Light sword in my hand, which was just pure white, shone just a bit brighter at my words.
The very prospect at 'punishing' the gangs of Steelport, by sending them to hell...it made a bloodthirsty grin spread to my lips.
All those criminals, predators, rapists...they'll be gone, and sent to eternal damnation in Tartarus!
Quest Created!
[The City of Sin]
Steelport is a city known for one thing, and one thing only; Criminals. And none know this more than Morningstar, the gang that has taken over Steelport, and made even Law Enforcement bend over for them!
Objectives:
- Kill Philipe Loren
Bonus Objectives:
- Take over Morningstar
- Free ????
Rewards:
- 5,000 EXP, 1 Gacha Coin, Title: [Star-Killer]
Bonus Rewards:
- 15,000 EXP, 1 Gacha Coin (for each bonus objective cleared), Title: [Kingpin]
Accept?
[Y/n]
I forced myself not to raise a brow at the sudden pop-up, and once more at how...easy it was.
But I- internally- grinned and accepted. I hadn't thought about taking over Morningstar before, but now...?
It only makes sense, doesn't it? Me, Lucifer, the head of some powerful gang.
Only...I didn't really want to, honestly. Morningstar was fucked, from its roots all the way to its edges. All of it was just sickening.
...That's a problem for future Lucifer.
If I could potentially take over, get rid of the trafficking...
"Eh? Nah, the Ronin are kinda cool."
I raised a brow at Shaundi, and just smirked.
"Just because they give you weed doesn't mean their 'cool'. I think I'm gonna make my own Gang anyway."
She pouted, and I just snorted aloud.
"It's good weed." She weakly replied.
Again, i am VERY sorry for the short chapter today. I didn't really have the motivation to make it longer, or add any fight scenes or anything.
I think I did a good job showing that Lucifer can't rely on his foreknowledge, and that this world is just fundamentally different from Canon DxD, now, Saints Row alone won't cause any major differences, however...
I am planning on more multi-crosses, but I want to only really use elements of other animes. For example; I want Yōkai to be able to use Chakra like Shinobi in Naruto use it.
On top of this, I would like to have Yōkai to each individually have special and unique powers. Such as a 'Tanuki' Yōkai being able to control sand. Basically I want Bīju, without having Bīju.
What do you readers think? Also, give me other Anime to multicross with. But please, please give reasonings behind it. Don't just say Dragon Ball and leave it at that, say 'Dragon Ball because I think you can introduce Chronoa into the story as a Goddess of Time', shit like that?
Anyway, next chapter should be much longer, so...yeah, bye bye~!