ViciousAssassin: You may be surprised at Ororo/Logan next chapter, but in a good way. Not sure Logan would be the most likely. Yeah, Slickboy wanted to have a little Lorna thrown in so I wrote her in. Glad you liked how I'm using Emma in this.

Mark C: Yep, we really wanted to have Ororo/Sage talk about her date. Yeah I really tried making that Alex/Scott moment really emotional. You may see more Slayer with the others in the DR we may do that, but I'm not sure.

TheUnknown325: I think when he wrote new he meant the black on they made in the series not his original or 'old' one. Unfortunately that idea of yours won't work, but you'll see why by the end of this. Hope not to make you wait so long for this one lol.

KaliAnn: You can thank Slickboy for that DR scene he really wanted to do that one. Why not will all the sex talk? They are grown ups after all.

Coldqueen: What you just want them all to be all happy as if nothing happened? That's not realistic and they will get a break okay, and I don't think ANYTHING there was pointless.

The Uncanny R-Man: Yep, he is a badass lol. Yeah, you know Alex would want a piece of him and yeah Lorna is her 'old self' in this. Also I think she was a bit nuts before the wedding thing, I think it was the Genosha thing that really started her down the path she was in the comics.

Thanks to: X00001, GothikStrawberry,

Hellfire and Brimstone

CHAPTER 56 STORM CLOUDS GATHERING

-Above the Institute-

It was early morning and Rogue was once again out flying. She wondered if she would ever get tired of this, but she doubted it. She had a lot on her mind lately though. It was just yesterday that she let Mystique back in her life and she was wondering if it was a mistake or not. But she would just have to try it, although Kurt seemed to be glad to try and become a 'family' for the first time.

But however it turned out, she was just glad they weren't enemies at the moment…Although she did have to see a few things out like why Mastermind was there and if Magneto knew anything. If he did, she knew that her…Mother…Would make his life hell. It was still strange to think of her like that.

While in the air, she didn't notice Warren with Betsy so she guessed that he was still 'grounded' as it were and boy he didn't seem happy about it and she could relate. Flying was great and she felt sorry that he couldn't at the moment. Ororo sometimes took to the skies as well, but she wasn't out this morning. She did notice something in the air though and as she flew up higher she saw it was Vince, only he was laying on his back like on a bed in mid air his hands behind his head.

'Why didn't Ah ever think of that?' She thought to herself,f but then again she was still learning. She flew up next to him and stopped, "Mornin'"

He smiled at her and she had to admit he was a really nice guy when you got to know him. "Morning yourself."

"Ah'm surprised that you aren't in bed with a certain blond," she grinned at him.

He just smiled back at her and laughed, "Well she's taking a shower now, and before you ask, I didn't join in cause I wasn't feeling like it. Besides, she had a rough time with her family and just wanted to get over that, but she's feeling better now."

"Yeah Ah heard about that…God and I thought my family tree was messed up," she shook her head and tried to mimic his pose but was a little unsteady.

"You're thinking about it too much. Just relax and take it easy," he told her seeing her struggling. After a bit she got it and was now next to him.

"Well I'm glad she's doing better and from what's goin' around her family was…well…" She didn't know how to phrase if politely.

"Don't worry, I actually met them so I know what you mean…But Emma's a strong woman, it's one of the reasons I love her," he said. Sure last night was tough, but everyone needs someone to turn to from time to time and she seemed better today anyway.

Rogue nodded and thought about her own family issues and bit her lip, wondering if she should say anything? She and Kurt hadn't really told anyone about yesterday, but she wanted someone's opinion on things and he was pretty much open minded and impartial. Finally, she took a breath before starting, "Vince…Can Ah trust ya with somethin'? Ah mean…You can't tell anyone even Emma okay?"

He looked over at her and saw her serious expression and he nodded. She took a moment and filled him in on everything that happened yesterday and about if this was a good idea trying to patch things up with her adopted mother. He thought it over and to tell the truth, he wasn't sure what to think.

"Well from what I heard, she wasn't that great a lady."

She sighed, "Yeah Ah know that more then anyone…But…Ah don't know…Ah guess Ah just got tired of all the hate…And…Ah still hurt inside, ya know?"

He nodded slowly, "Yeah, I do know…That pain never goes away." Then he looked at her and gave a small smile, "But in time it can get better and easier to deal with." She nodded her head, for she was doing better since her ordeal and she was allowing someone in for the first time through her increasingly serious relationship with Remy. "You do know that everyone won't be too pleased with your mother showing up next time right?"

"Yeah Ah know and Ah don't blame them. A few of the students were nearly killed in the mansion explosion and then there was Scott and putting him in the dessert and stuff…But Ah looked in her memories and…She was so filled with such hate and anger that Ah don't think she was thinking straight. Sure that doesn't excuse what she did, but…I've seen true evil and she may not be the best person on the world…But she does have her limits."

Vince smirked at her, "Sounds like you put a lot of deep thought into this. Well for what it's worth, I hope things work out. I never got to know my mother so I guess…I kind of envy you even thought your mom is a bit…Extreme…Is that nuts?"

She smiled back at him, "A little…But then again, who here isn't a little nuts?" They both had a nice laugh at that. "Well I feel a bit better…So…just outta curiosity…How close are ya and Emma getting'?" she grinned.

He blushed a bit at that, "Uh…Really close…And to be honest, I think she's the one…No scratch that…I know it. I just love her so much that I never knew I could feel this way about anyone." She was happy to hear that…After all he'd led a pretty hard life like Emma and they both deserved their happiness now that they found in each other. "So…What about you and Remy?"

Then it was her turn to blush, "Uh…Well…Ah lahke him…Okay, Ah like him a lot. Ah just wish Ah could show him…Ah mean I see you and Emma, Jean and Scott, Betsy and Warren and how close you all are and…Well, for a girl that couldn't touch, I just wanted to…" She didn't know how to phrase it. She just wanted to let their passion wash over her…To feel his lips over her body to feel him. A part of her wanted desperately to just feel him next to her…To lay her head down and feel his arms around her as she slept.

Kitty had told her how she and Piotr had slept on her bed just holding each other and she wondered what that would be like for Remy. Then, she thought what else could they do, but there was still this fear in her heart at the thought of it.

"Still not ready for that step huh?" It was more of a statement then a question and she shook her head in response. He placed a hand on her shoulder, "Don't worry, you don't have to force it and when you're ready…You'll be ready. I mean, at one point Emma wanted to sleep with me just to thank me, but I pushed her away." She looked at him surprised she hadn't heard about that. "Yeah, I know what you're thinking…But I wanted it to be for the right reasons."

She smiled a little and nodded her head. "Yeah, Ah think Ah get what you're saying. But there's one more thing…See…Ah…Ah think Ah'm in love with him. But I don't know…Ah've never felt this way…How did you know Emma was the one?"

Vince thought about that for a moment, "Well…I knew that I liked her and that I cared for her. Then I wondered what would happen if she got hurt or missing or something like that…And that cold terror in my heart that I felt was a sign. I hurt when she's hurting and when we're together it's like…Magic in a way. All the pain is pushed aside and it's only just us. I feel so happy and at peace inside and I never want to let go of her or that feeling. When I think about what it would be like to lose her…I just feel so incomplete…As if part of me would be missing."

"Wow…That's…Really somethin'." Rogue thought about that. She had been worried sick about Remy when he was taken just as worried about Kurt. So did that mean that she cared for him just as much as her only sibling? She guessed as much…And Gambit did make her feel better and had done a lot to sooth away all her pain. She looked deep inside and wondered if she could be happy without him, but she couldn't see it.

"So…Got an answer?" Vince asked the Gothic mutant seeing her deep in thought.

A small smile grew on her lips, "Yeah…Ah think Ah do…Ah am in love him…That much Ah'm sure of now…" He smiled at her and they spent the rest of an hour just looking up at the sky and talking, not thinking about any of their problems. They were just two friends hanging out and talking about everything and nothing at the same time…Just two friends enjoying the morning together.

Weight Room - Remy & Piotr

It was late afternoon at the institute with the danger room now occupied by the Hank, Sage, and the New Mutants while the rest of the regulars out and about doing their own thing. For some, they chose to unwind with a little dip in the pool, for others, namely a few of the girls, they chose to go out and do a little afternoon shopping, but for Remy and Piotr they took the afternoon to blow off some steam in the weight room.

It was nice that things were settling down in some ways with the incident concerning Sinister growing increasingly distant from their minds…Yet it still lingered for a few. Scott remained a bit distant about it but after he had phoned his brother Alex he seemed to be dealing a little better. Of course Jean was there by his side, for Scott it was a difficult truth about his parents death but he was dealing.

After the family incident with Emma, she was taking a few of the girls shopping since to her that was her version of therapy. Having a bank account that meant she could buy out the entire mall helped too. She also told Tabitha she could get a whole new outfit on her given what her family said to her. And then there was the issue concerning Mystique…Which definitely came as a shock to everybody, especially Kurt and Rogue, who were still working a few things out with her.

While Rogue remained on the road to recovery, having Mystique back in her life was definitely a difficult matter for her to manage. This was a woman that had caused so much turmoil in her life that it wasn't even funny…Yet she was willing to at least try to put away all that anger and hate. As she left Mystique was also shocked that Mastermind in the guise of Jason Wyngarde from her children. She told them she would see what she could find out about that and if Magneto had any knowledge on any of this she was going to make sure he would learn what a mistake it was to do that.

For Piotr and Kitty, they had their own set of things to work out. After having survived the ordeal with Sinister together, they had become a lot closer…Even finally admitting to themselves that they were in love. It was an experience that neither of them would soon forget. And for Kitty, it was a hard thing to remember…And Piotr knew because he had been forced to see her cry after she had a nightmare about being back in that horrible place and he had stayed with her late into the night, ensuring that she fell asleep peacefully. But for the most part, things were getting quite serious between them. Even with all the turmoil surrounding them, they found a lot of comfort with one another and had truly come to cherish their blossoming relationship.

"Sure is a hell of an upgrade from de ol' place Mags had us work out of, non?" commented Remy as he and Piotr entered the weight room, glad to see that it was unoccupied.

"Indeed comrade," said Piotr in full agreement, "Everything here is a step up compared to what we had to work with under that madman. I only wish we both could have escaped such a life sooner…"

"Amen to dat, homme," said Remy with a slight chuckle as he picked up a couple of dumbbells and began working on his biceps, "Den again…We were never dere by choice."

"No…I suppose not," conceded Piotr as he gathered a few extra heavy weights that had been specially made to accommodate his super human strength.

"But hey…We had a few good times dere," said the Cajun with a shrug, "Who could forget dose happy times when Pyro set Sabretooth's hair on fire and dey ended up destroyin' half de base?"

"Ah yes…That was quite humorous," said the Russian mutant, laughing a bit at the moment, "Although Magneto seemed to take a perverse pleasure in punishing all of us when something like that went wrong."

"No kiddin'…" he muttered in response, "Wonder what he's up to now? It ain't like anybody's heard from ol' buckethead in a while."

"Yes, and hopefully it stays that way," said Piotr as he took a few breaths in between reps, "Magneto and his Acolytes are one point in my life I'd rather forget."

"Yeah…Me too," admitted Remy as he finished up a couple of sets and began working on his deltoids.

The two men continued to go through their workout, chatting and reminiscing over old times back from when they were still unwitting pawns in Magneto's plans. It had been a harsh, unfortunate part of their lives…Yet despite this, they managed to develop somewhat of a friendship from the experience. They were the only ones who could hold down a decent conversation together and oftentimes, they helped one another get their mind of things when the going got tough.

However, their focus soon diverted away from those times they'd rather not dwell on and things soon shifted towards other topics of interest.

"So how are things with you and Rogue?" asked Piotr as he moved on to doing a few sit ups.

Remy found himself shaking his head with a grin as he thought back to how much things had changed since the whole Sinister ordeal. He still found it somewhat remarkable that so much was happening so fast…Yet though it all, they seemed to really hold strong and that was a good sign to him that this relationship was definitely going somewhere profound.

"It's been goin' better den Remy could've hoped for…Dat's for sure," he said as he took a quick breather to dwell on how far he and Rogue had come, "Ever since de whole Hellfire shit…We've been really buildin' somethin' together…Somethin' really strong. It took a bit at first…But after de Sinister thing, Remy thinks it's gettin' pretty serious."

"Really?" said Piotr with a slight grin, "How serious?"

"Serious as in…Remy t'inks he's in love wit her," he answered after a moment of contemplation, "An' I t'ink Rogue may feel de same way."

Piotr couldn't help but laugh at that, which didn't necessarily amuse Remy, but knowing Piotr it was all in good humor. Besides, in his mind, Piotr had plenty of reasons to find that funny.

"Oh come on, homme!" said Remy as his laughter died down, "What's so funny 'bout dat?"

"Oh no, it's not like that, comrade," said Piotr as he finished a set of crunches, "It's just that, even when we were working for Magneto, you always seemed so smitten with Rogue. I remember losing sleep on certain nights when you kept on going over that whole incident at the docks when you handed her that card that got her to smile…Before it blew up in her face that is."

"Hey, dis just confirms it now, homme," made Remy, "I knew dere was somethin' in de way she looked at me dat day…Now it's just finally comin' together after all de shit we've had to go through since Remy got back."

"Well in any case, I'm happy for you my friend," said Piotr as he began using some of the leg machines, "You and Rogue have certainly grown close. Have you told her you love her yet?"

Remy hesitated a bit with that one, his usual confidence actually faltering somewhat. After Sinister, he knew how deep his feelings for her had grown…But he never really shared it with her. And to be honest, he wasn't sure if he was ready for that step. There were a lot of things he could handle…But love was just one of those things that no amount of confidence could ever really overcome.

"I…Don't t'ink either of us is ready for dat step, homme," said Remy, finally managing to get the words out, "Dese kind of feelings are new to Remy and dere's still all de stuff Rogue's working through wit…Well, ya know."

"Yes…I understand," said Piotr with a sympathetic expression, "I can't imagine how hard it must be for her."

"Trust me, Pete…Nobody can," he told him with a sigh as he began working on the bench press, "But Rogue is a very strong femme…In more ways den one. She's fought through some pretty heavy shit wit everything dat's happened to her an' I know dat when de time's right…I'll tell her. But for now, all Remy can do is be dere for her as any good boyfriend should."

"And I wish you luck with that my friend," said Piotr with a smile in between sets.

"Thanks, homme…" said Remy as he took a quick breather as well, "So how's things wit you an' Kitty?"

That in turn got Piotr to smile, for ever since the trying ordeal with Sinister, their relationship had grown quite deep and it had given him so many reasons to be happy. And such a shift most certainly didn't go unnoticed by Remy, who now found himself laughing as well.

"It's going very well, comrade," he told him, the grin not waning from his expression, "After the incident with Sinister, I finally managed to tell her that I love her…And she told me she felt the same. So since then, it's been quite a ride."

"I'll bet!" said Remy with an encouraging laugh, "Does dat mean y'all are still doin' dose little 'paintings' together at night?"

Piotr couldn't help but blush somewhat the subtle undertone in Remy's voice, but nevertheless he kept his poise about it since it was something he most certainly wasn't ashamed of.

"Well…Yes, we are," he conceded, "But not in the way I'm sure you're thinking."

"Hey, Remy's just sayin' dat dere's possibilities wit dat kind o' thing," he said, still laughing, but holding his hands up in defense.

"I wouldn't argue that point…But I don't think Kitty and I are at that stage yet," he said in a more serious tone, "But eventually…When the time is right…I'm sure it'll happen."

"Amen to dat!" said Remy as a smile once again fell upon his face, "Ya know…We are two lucky hommes. We both got a couple o' great girls in our lives an' a lot to look forward to wit deme in dis crazy place."

"Remy…I couldn't agree more," he said with a smile as the two men resumed their workouts and continued to chat as good friends so often do.

Logan/Ororo

The day had gone like any other for Ororo as she went about her duties at the institute as always. She cooked a few meals, helped out with some of the training sessions, and casually chatted with her friends. She also found herself spending a particularly large chunk of her time helping out Logan and his new 'daughter.' It was a very strange and uneasy time for the both of them, but every time she saw them together, Ororo couldn't help but smile…For she could truly see the unique comfort they gave one another and she could see how much it helped Logan to have some real family in his life.

But even with things throughout the institute going on with some sense of normalcy…There was still one thing that had been on Ororo's mind for quite a while now. And after seeing how noticeably happier Sage and Hank had become since their rather 'eventful' night together, it reached a new level of meaning to her.

It wasn't just that her friend had gotten a little action before her…That was besides the point. There was so much more to it in her mind since her relationship with Logan had only truly come into it's own recently. Oftentimes, she found herself thinking about what it would be like to make love the big, burly wildman that so often filled her dreams. She even got carried away a few times with such thoughts…But that only served to further add importance to this issue. Yet still…The questioned remained. Were they ready to take their relationship to the next step?

Ororo already knew her feelings for Logan were very strong and so were his. The way they shared certain moments together…They way she felt when he wrapped those big, strong, burly arms around her…It just felt so right…So good. She had been wanting to make love to him for what seemed like forever, but things like Sinister kept getting in the way. She had gone so long without sex that her need was simply growing too strong for her to contain. She wanted this man so much…And finally, nothing was standing in their way. But were they ready?

Ororo was never one to act brashly, well lately. In her youth she had been different, she had been more of a free spirit but with age she mature. But when she thought back to what Sage had told her about wasting time when she knew it felt so right, there were just too many reasons for her to go through with it. It had been too long for her…She needed this. And from what she knew about Logan…He needed it as well. It had been many years since she had a man…But now she finally had a chance to end that. And like her friend had told her, she wasn't going to waste any more time.

After dinner, Ororo decided to seek Logan out and put this matter to rest once and for all. At first she wasn't sure how to go about it, but after a little planning…She felt as though she had a pretty good idea on how to do this.

She found Logan still hanging around young Laura, showing her the ropes of the institute and explaining to her the things she still found confusing. Jack later joined them, who Laura seemed rather friendly with and took over after a while in order to show her a few mediation techniques to better deal with her emotions…Something Logan knew he probably was more adept at than him. But even as they made their way down to the lower levels where it was quiet, Logan followed, if for anything, to just be by her side as much as possible to ensure that she knew he was there for her.

But on his way down…Ororo stopped him and decided to finally make her move.

"Logan?" she said, stopping him before he entered the elevator, "Logan, can I talk to you for a moment?"

"Sure thing Ro," he said as he turned towards Jack and Laura, "I'll meet you two down there in a sec."

"That's okay, take your time…" said Jack, who for some reason couldn't help but grin at what he saw, but nevertheless, chose to say silent.

Once they were gone, Ororo felt her heart rate jump a bit since what she was about to ask him was a very serious matter. Logan, since he knew her so well, picked up on this and was quick to grow a tad concerned.

"What's goin' on?" he asked her, thinking something significant had to be on her mind, "Is everything okay?"

"Oh, of course," she assured him, trying hard to maintain her composure, "I was just…Well you see…I was wondering…"

It was almost a humorous sight watching her like this, but it was definitely no laughing matter in her mind. It was just difficult for her to get the words out right because she knew once they took this step…There was no going back.

"Ro…" he said, growing increasingly concerned, "If something's wrong, ya know ya can tell me. Because…"

Then finally, Ororo planed her hands on his chest and found herself gathering her courage to speak, "I was wondering if you would meet me…in my room…later tonight…" the look in her eyes told him exactly what she meant.

Such words definitely shocked Logan, and the look in her eyes told him what she meant by that. And for a moment, he wasn't able to think of a good response…As if that part of his brain had shut off. But somehow, whether it was his brain or just his mouth doing the talking…He managed to respond.

"Oh…Okay," he found himself saying, "I'll…Be there at ten."

Upon hearing that, Ororo felt somewhat easier, knowing one of the hardest part was over. Now it was only a matter of her following through…Which after her extensive lack of sex…Should be a bit easier. At least that's what she hoped.

"Great…" she said, managing a smile as she kissed Logan's burly cheek, "I'll see you then."

And with that, she went off to her room in order to prepare…For when Logan came, she wanted the moment to be perfect. She knew he wanted this…And she damn well knew she needed it. Now all she had to do was make sure she was ready for him…Because she hoped to see just how much an animal he truly was.

For Logan, he was still a bit dazed at what had just happened. Yes he had fantasies about Ororo, especially lately and that night they had spent in her bed had been the most peaceful sleep he had. He still remembered the feel of her smooth skin, the scent of her body the warmth of it. It had been a restraint on his part to not to try and take it further. But seeing her now like this and of course the pheromones she was giving off told him that she really wanted this. To be honest so did he.

He went back on his way wishing that ten o'clock would get around sooner, he didn't know if he could wait but he knew it would be worth it.

-Hellfire Manor-

Shaw was on his way to his room after some physical therapy. So far he could walk a little on his holding onto a couple of bars, but it would still be some time before he got back up to full strength. So far things were going well. Sinister was out of the picture and Selene was still in the dark, although lately she had been up to something. He wasn't sure what, but she was up to something given that a few of the staff had to be replaced and a few people were brought in only to end up coming out of her room dead.

He had seen that before, but not this much in so little time. He didn't like it and he would have to try and find a way to take care of her soon. She was unstable as it was and she seemed a bit more so lately. Although how one deals with someone like Selene…He hadn't a clue. Ever since she had joined the club, he had been secretly working towards ways of either imprisoning her or killing her, but it proved difficult.

He was in his wheel chair, which he despised, on his way to his room. The bandages had been finally removed and his body was still weak getting over his overload but he was getting there. While he healed, he plotted. He would have to rebuild the members of the American Inner Circle and he had a few of the Hellfire Members that could be 'promoted' to that level. The Inner Circle may have been weakened, but the Hellfire Club had hundreds of members, ranging from business men to politicians to criminals.

Maybe he would finally let that Wilson Fisk character into the Inner Circle? He was the Kingpin of Crime and could be useful. There were a few other members too, like his own son, Shinobi Shaw, since was old enough and it would be good to have his son by his side. He grinned at the thought and of the devastation they would bring to the X-Men. Hell, after he was through with the Grey girl, he might give her over to his son as a present. He knew how to appreciate fine women like that redheaded mutant.

There were others too like Benazir Kaur, a woman of high standing and a mutant with the ability to control the metabolism in people, making them weak and or sick. Such a person would be good to have with that barbarian they called Wolverine. Reeva Payge, a beautiful blond woman who used ruthless business practices gained the attention of the Hellfire Club as well. Her voice was so powerful it could make a person dizzy and knock them out or even brain damage them. He could literally lobotomize someone with such a power. Finally, there was also Benedict Kaine. Although was a bit older then the rest, he had many connections and his powers to control a person's nervous system would come in handy as well.

Yes, it was all coming together. Soon…Very soon…The X-Men will face his revenge. He might even break Pierce out of prison and give him a second chance…Well, maybe…He was an annoying little man after all. He made it to his chambers as a couple of guards open the door for him and closed it. It was a very large and, of course, lavish room with a king sized bed directly in front of the door. So it was impossible not to see the three beautiful women on the bed. All had long hair, slim builds, and very ample breasts with faces that only movie stars have. One was a red head, the other looked Oriental, and the other with long raven curly blond hair.

All wore transparent silk garments that hid nothing…Which wasn't much since they wore nothing underneath. "Just who are you ladies and how did you get in here?" he demanded although he wasn't too upset with it. He hadn't had a woman since that Grey girl and he sorely missed the company of a woman. Now here were three so maybe his day was looking up.

"We are a present for you," the red head said her voice like silk to the ears as she and the others got up to him. They surrounded him and started to caress his body, they smelled divine as well.

"We are here to please you," the Oriental woman said to him licking his ear.

"Yes…Please let us," the raven haired one pleaded with him kneeling in front of him and running her hands over his thighs. There really wasn't any real reason not to enjoy this so he had the women help him up onto his bed. They took off his shirt and while the red head straddled him and ran her finger over his hairy chest while kissing him deeply. He could feel the other two moving all over his body. Then he felt something around one of his wrists and ankles and pulled away to see them tying him up to the bed.

"Don't worry, we're just going to play a little," the vixen on top of him said in a husky tone. He shrugged it off, for he might as well enjoy this he figured. They had finished tying him up to the bed and now all three were kissing his chest and seductively running their hands over his body.

"Now the real fun begins," the Oriental woman said with a smile.

"Yes it does," The dark haired one agreed.

The red head leaned down to his ear, "The mistress Selene sends her regards and tells you that she always gets those that double cross her." She whispered and Shaw froze in that moment. He knew what this was about now and tried to struggled, but couldn't.

"You bitches can hold me for long! I'll brake these eventually!" he spat at them.

"True, but you won't be living that long," she smiled down at him and to his horror…The women started to change into ugly monstrosities with grey skin and red glowing eyes, sharp teeth, and taloned nails. "It never fails…You human men always think with your dicks first and brains second!" said the now red haired Succubus, a demon that used sexuality and sex to ensnare and kill their prey.

"Maybe I should remove it?" the dark haired one giggled which was a nasty sound to the ears.

"Go for it," The third one said. Outside the room the guards heard him screaming and were about to make a move when they heard someone commanding them to stop. They both looked to the Black Queen herself walking towards them.

"I think it would be best if you two stay outside of that room," she said with a grin on her face that made their blood run cold.

There was more screaming from the inside now and a god awful sound too like something was being torn or ripped. "We can't…We serve the Black King and only him," one of them stated turning his back to her.

"Pity…Such loyalty is a rare quality…" She moved quickly and grabbed both men by their necks and they screamed out as she started to drain the life force out of their bodies. Soon, she had drained every ounce of life from them and let them fall to the floor dead and as limp as ragdolls.

She waited for the screaming to stop and after about a few minutes it did. She could still hear strange sounds and guessed the girls were eating the remains. She just hoped they didn't damage what she needed from Shaw. Soon the doors opened and the red headed female demon came out covered in blood and gore and licking her lips walked out with a basin.

"We did what you asked us. We tore him limb from limb and left him alive long enough for him to suffer greatly before we broke open his chest and tore his heart out." She then presented the basin with a human heart…Shaw's heart to be precise.

Selene grinned and took it. In her research, she found out that she needed the heart of a dark king. And since Shaw was the Black King, it would most likely do. She got her revenge over Shaw and her first part of the pieces needed to open the Gates of Hell. She had also with her magic looked into the past when she was strong enough and had found out Shaw was the man who leaked the information to Sage. Well he sure learned his lesson…Although he didn't live long enough to learn from that.

"May I go and finish our meal, Mistress?" The demon bowed and Selene nodded, waving the creature off. She had more important matters to attend to. Soon, the world will be consumed in the firestorms of hell and she would reign as Queen over it all and remake the world as she saw fit.

Yes, a storm was coming to the world…One that would wipe it all out. And while it was still but a dream…She couldn't wait to see it happen in person.

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