.

"You Shook Me All Night Long" - AC/DC

.

The flight was over before Chloe could even register what had just happened. Her eyes were glued shut when Michael set them down. She could hear the low chuckle of his laugh echo out.

"You can open your eyes. I'm fairly sure you know we've grounded." Michael walked away from her and left her standing in the middle of the living room. She could hear the sound of his shoes echo off the floor. Chloe opened her eyes to find them in Lucifer's penthouse. She was confused.

"I thought…"

"You really thought I'd take you to Hell?" His laughter grew. "I fear nothing more than the rage of my brother when he finds out I brought you to the one place he hates the most."

"Then… how?" She couldn't seem to form words. Michael walked over to the bar and grabbed a few glasses from the shelf.

"I'm going to call him of course. Have a seat, is whiskey alright?" He was already pouring them glasses. Chloe walked over to the couch and had herself a seat. "It is whiskey he likes right?"

"Yeah…"

Michael set the bottle back on the rack and carefully brought the glasses over to the glass table by the couch. With grace Michael put the drinks on the table and offered one over to Chloe. She respectfully declined. He made a face and brought hers up to his lips.

"How are you going to call him? I'm pretty sure there's no cell signal in Hell…"

He smiled into his drink before answering her. She was looking at him like he held all the answers in the world.

"As much as he hates being called upon, you can pray to him."

"I can pray to Lucifer?"

He smiled because he knew how much his brother hated the word.

"Yes! But I wouldn't expect him to answer, it's more of a one way line."

"So… how are you doing to talk to him?"

"Well I'm going to summon him."

"Like a ritual or something?" she looked scared. Michael laughed again.

"Heavens no! Where are you getting your information from?"

"Shut up… can you just call him."

"Bossy…" he set his glass down and closed his eyes. Chloe watched Michael closely. He was still like a statue. The only indication he was alive was the movement of his breathing. She watched him for what felt like minutes. When he was done he opened his eyes he grabbed his glass of whiskey and sat besides Chloe on the couch.

"Did it work?" she asked softly.

"I hope it did." He brought the glass to his lips and took a sip.

The place was quiet as they waited. Chloe was nervous. She kept fidgeting with her hands. Her eyes were locked onto the elevator. She didn't know why. It wasn't like he couldn't just fly onto the balcony. About ten minutes passed before she turned over to the balcony. Michael was sitting still looking down at his drink. He looked worried.

"Why do you need to get in contact with Lucifer? I never asked." Michael swirled his drink in his hand. When he didn't answer she pulled her eyes from the balcony and focused on him. "Michael?"

"Hmm?" he looked up.

"Why do you need to meet with Lucifer?" She had been so wrapped up in the possibility of seeing Lucifer that she never stopped to question why Michael was requesting an audience with him.

"Personally reasons…" was all he said. She didn't accept that response. She turned in her seat and sat criss cross applesauce.

"The favor?" she asked. Michael responded back with a head nod. "What was so important about the favor anyways, did Abbott tell you what you wanted to know?"

"He didn't know it's location… I sent a message to my brother to get it out of Charles himself. Hence why it's probably taking forever!" he yelled out into the open. Michael lifted the glass of whiskey up to his lips and took another sip.

"What was the favor? If you don't mind me asking…"

"A stone… it's supposed to help..." he brought the glass down to his lap. His fingers ran over the ribbings of the glass work. The words were stuck in his throat.

"Supposed to help what?" Chloe placed her hand on his, she could see it was a sensitive topic for Michael. She let him take his time. When Michael was ready he took a deep breath and exhaled.

"It's supposed to help find celestial beings…"

"Like other angels? Why would that be important?"

"Every angel is accounted for in Heaven... I guess I'm talking about nephilims or demons…"

"Nephilims? Like children?"

Chloe wasn't sure where this conversation was going. Her mind was already working on different scenarios. Her brain immediately went to Lucifer. She knew he had slept with a ton of people. It was bound to happen.

She wasn't even sure why she was surprised to hear that Lucifer struck a deal to receive such an object. With Amenadiel fathering his own son, she was sure Lucifer would want to know if he had children or not. Curious to know she asked Michael, "does Lucifer have children?"

Michael looked up from his lap and raised an eyebrow at her. He wasn't sure if she was scared or generally asking an honest question. Would that be a deal breaker if his brother had a child? He asked himself. Did women not like it when men had children?

"Would it bother you if he did?" he asked. The question caught her off guard. She had expected Michael to answer her right away, not ask for her option. Her mouth kept opening and closing. She wasn't entirely sure on how to answer Michael. He shook his head when he realized he'd scared her. "You may relax, you're not a step-mom."

A wave of relief washed over Chloe. It wasn't that she wouldn't accept the idea; it was just reassuring to know a child of Lucifer's wasn't walking around without a father. The child could be Trixie's age, her age, maybe even older. If he had a son, what would happen if she ever slept with or dated him. She shook the idea out of her head. Michael had just reassured her Lucifer didn't have children.

"Why do you want to stone then?" She asked. She looked over to Michael and found him staring down the bottom of his glass.

Michael wasn't ready to answer her question, so he brought his glass up to his lips once more. A huge gust of wind flooded the room. Chloe immediately looked over to see what could have caused the sweep of wind. When she saw him on the balcony, she jumped from the couch.

"De… Chloe?" Lucifer called out. He was rooted in his spot on the balcony.

"You came."

"Of course I… Michael called me…" His focus was lost. The smile on Chloe's face was too bright. He could see the tears forming in her eyes. She rushed over to him, but stopped two feet in front of him not entirely sure if she should hug him.

"What are you…" he let a smile spread across his face, "what are you doing here? I… I'm not complaining… I'm just shocked to see you here." His hand reached out for her before his legs could cross the distance. When he found his footing he walked up to her and cupped her cheek. "Your hair, it's… it's beautiful." His fingers brushed against the new bangs she'd given herself.

"I thought I could change it up a bit… do you like it?"

"I love it." He couldn't keep his eyes from running all over her face. It'd been so long since he'd seen her. Chloe's hands ran up his chest. It sent goosebumps all over his body.

Michael rolled his eyes and set his glass on the table in front of him. He let out a sigh and pushed himself off the leather couch. This wasn't supposed to be a reunion, it was supposed to be a conference call. A discussion on the whereabouts of a special stone he'd been trying his best to find. He hated to do this to his brother and Chole, but he needed answers.

Michael cleared his throat to announce that he was still in the room with them. Chloe rolled her eyes. Karma was biting her right in the ass.

"Sorry to break this happy little reunion up, but…" Michael looked at his brother. He wanted to know the location of the stone. Lucifer dropped his hand and took to locking his fingers with Chloe's instead. His eyes never leave Chloe's. "The stone's location, brother."

Chloe broke eye contact with Lucifer and faced Michael. It forced Lucifer to finally address his brother. He shook his head and delivered the information he'd gathered.

"Charles explained to me he never knew it's true location after he sold it a few years back…"

"What!" Michael yelled.

"I asked who he sold it to…" Lucifer let out a chuckle, "you'll never guess who had it in their possession."

"Who?" Michael was gritting his teeth.

"Mum…"

"Mom had it?" Michael threw his hands in the air. "Of course the bitch had the one thing that'll help me find my…" Michael stopped himself before saying any more. He took a deep breath and calmed himself. "Fine, it's fine. I'll just go look through all of the late Charlotte Richards' belongings…" He took a step back and started thinking of possible locations his mother would hide such an object.

"Brother… Amenadiel and I went over every inch of Mum's belongings when she left. The stone wasn't there. If mum knew anything about your..."

"Don't you dare finish that sentence. Don't!" Michael snapped. Michael was spirling. He grabbed a glass of whiskey from the table and walked over to the piano. He shot the drink back in one go before placing his palms on the top of the piano. He needed something to prevent him from falling to his knees. "Mom couldn't have known…" he told himself. He looked over to his brother, "you weren't even looking for it, maybe she hid it…"

"Mum purchased the stone Michael… you need to open your mind to the possibility that…"

He didn't appreciate that reply. He threw his glass into the wall before his brother could finish that sentence. Chloe jumped from Michael's outburst. Lucifer wrapped his arms around her. His embrace was welcomed. Before he could do anymore damage, Michael unfurled his wings. Chloe had never seen Michael's wings before. She starred in awe. When her eyes raked over to his right wing and frowned, it looked to be broken.

"I'll be in Hell if you need me…" He took off without saying another word. Lucifer shook his head and looked at the broken glass all over the floor.

He knew he should follow after his brother but he didn't have the drive to talk sense into him. Michael was in pain right now, he needed to blow off steam. If he wanted to take his anger out on Hell, he was more than welcome. The place could use some redecorating.

Chloe walked out of Lucifer's embrace and over to the broken glass on the floor. She began sweeping up the broken bits with her shoe. Lucifer took off and grabbed a broom. When he came back, Chloe took the broom from his hands and began sweeping up the mess.

"He's been emotional hasn't he?" Lucifer asked from the side. Chloe shrugged her shoulders as she swept the glass into a pile.

"He's been pretty secretive but not emotional…" She placed the broom along the wall and turned to Lucifer. "As much as I'd love to spend time with you… I think you should go after him."

Lucifer shook his head. He closed the distance between the two of them and brought Chloe in for a hug. Her arms snaked around his back and held him close. He laid his head on her head and enjoyed her embrace.

"He needs space. I just dropped the biggest news on him and he's in pain. I… it's best I give my brother some space, Detective…"

Chloe pulled away so she could look up at Lucifer.

"Why did he go to Hell? What's in Hell?"

"Someone he wants… he's going to be looking for Sandalphon."

"Who's Sandalphon?"

"An old friend of my brothers…" It was a terrible joke to make. Lucifer shook his head and withdrew that remark. "He's responsible for Michael's hunch…" Chloe raised her eyebrow, she didn't know what Lucifer was talking about. "Of course, he hides it well… His right wing, I caught you looking."

"I… I didn't mean to." Lucifer smiled, he didn't care.

"He's looking for the being responsible. He won't find him there, but it'll keep him occupied while I'm here I guess." He brought his hand up to her cheek once more. "Hi," he said.

Chloe looked up at Lucifer with a smile. He was finally there with her. His loving brown eyes shined like stars for her. She was lost in his eyes. Everything about Michael was tossed out the window and forgotten.

"Hi," she repeated, with a smile.

"It is a pleasant surprise to see you here. I hope I didn't keep you waiting too long…"

"A little… but well worth the look of surprise on your face."

Lucifer lowered his head, his lips inches from hers.

"I miss you…" he whispered.

"Not as much as I miss you…"

He closed the distance and placed his lips on hers.

.

.

The day had come and gone. Both Lucifer and Chloe had expected Michael to come back before nightfall but the angel seemed to enjoy his time in Hell. Chloe had repeatedly voiced her concern about Michael, but Lucifer reassured her his brother would be fine.

Once they had gotten past the concern and worry, they took the time to catch up and fill one another in on the lost time between them. One thing led to the next and they found comfort in each other's embrace. They picked right up where they left off on the balcony all those weeks ago.

They were currently wrapped in the bed covers enjoying each other's embrace. It must have been early in the afternoon. Neither one of them wanted the time between them to end. Lucifer pulled Chloe close to his body. He buried his head in the nock of her shoulder. The sound of her laughter brought a smile to his face.

"You're tickling me," she laughed out. Her hands lightly pushed his head away so the scruff of his beard would cease it's tickling.

"Exactly the point." He kissed up along her neck, backing off. She hummed in response. "Oh I know that noise," he kissed up her neck and up to her lips. Her hands slowly ran over his cheek.

"Lucifer," she whispered. He pushed the covers up so he could climb on top of her. He had a wicked smile on his face.

"Round four Deteective?" he said nipping at her ear.

"Yes."

Before he could do anything she pushed him off of her and straddled him. His eyes went wide as she took charge. The blanket pooled around her waist. His hands ran up her thighs up and to her hips.

"You get to be on top this time, but I get the next go. Yeah?"

She wasn't listening to him. She grabbed the hair tie around her wrist and instantly went to work tying it up. He loved it better down, but he was too busy watching her to even ask. As her hand came down and ran over his torso, the sound of the elevator doors opening echoed out.

It was too late. Maze had already seen enough. Chloe slid off of Lucifer and covered herself in the blanket. The demon walked up the steps and into the room. Maze propped herself up against the stone wall. She had the brightest smile on her face as she watched Chloe shy away.

"I knew the two of you would get around to boning sooner or later. How is she in the sack Michael?" she winked over to Lucifer. The Devil shot her a look.

"I'm not Michael."

"Oh shit!" Maze pushed herself off of the stone wall and came to sit on the bed. "You're back. How was mom?" She brought an apple up to her mouth and took a bite. She looked over at Lucifer like nothing was wrong. Chloe was freaking out. Poor thing slid off the bed and hit her ass hard on the floor. Lucifer scooted over to the edge and tried to help her.

"Mazikeen get out!" Chloe yelled.

"What? It's not like I haven't seen either of you naked before."

"What!" Chloe squawked. Maze let out a chuckle. "What?"

"Chill, you needed to change out of your clothes one night. Michael was too shy to do it himself, so I helped. I have to say," she looked over Chloe's bare legs, "you have a nice ass."

"Mazikeen!" Lucifer yelled.

"Alright alright, I can see I'm not wanted. I just stopped by to get my money from Michael. He wasn't answering my calls. Where is he?"

"Probably driving your mother mad by now."

Maze snorted. "Serves her right," she crossed her arms over her chest. "So he's in Hell? What is he doing there?"

"Either trying to find Sandalphon or torturing Charles, but since he's been gone this long… My bet is that he's looking for Sandalphon."

"Sandalphon isn't in Hell though..."

"I know." Lucifer helped Chloe off the floor and back onto the bed. Chloe went ahead and offered Lucifer part of the blanket to help cover himself up. He didn't take it, he was fine showing himself.

"So you let him go so you could hook up with Decker?" She got up from the bed. "Smart. Was it worth it? Because you know he's going to be pissed off when he doesn't find him."

"Wait… He's not in Hell? You made it sound like he was… if he's not there, then where is he?" Chloe asked. That didn't sound right. Michael had been counting the days down until he could leave and find Sandalphon. She could finally recall the name, it was the deal he made with Lucifer.

"He was in Hell, but I had to move him. If Michael knew the exact location of Sandalphon he'd drop everything and find him. He showed a perfectly good example of how he'd respond. I know my brother Detective, he'd do anything to get his hands on the bastard." Chloe looked over to Maze. The demon nodded her head in confirmation. "Once he finds out he's not there he'll come back. No doubt our time is coming to a close…" he reached out and grabbed her hand.

"What do you plan on telling him?" she asked.

"That I'm not done in Hell, so our deal isn't ready for him. Yes, he'll be mad but he knows Sandalphon isn't supposed to be his, just yet."

"What did he do to Michael?" Both Lucifer and Maze looked at one another. Maze had only heard rumors, she didn't know the complete truth. Only Lucifer knew.

"I'm not entirely sure what exactly happened but I found my brother chained and broken. He was barely breathing… Michael never wanted to see him, so I kept him locked away. It wasn't until I asked him to take over for me, did he show interest. He'll get Sandalphon once I'm done in Hell."

"How long will that be?" Maze asked.

"I wouldn't say too long… you're mother is shaping out to be quite the ruler." Lucifer smiled over to Maze. Chloe leaned up against the headboard and tried to take in the information she'd just received.

"You're giving Hell to her?" Maze wasn't happy.

"I'm ensuring it, in her care."

"You're giving it to my mother!"

"She's a mother to all your pesky little monsters. If anyone can control you lot, it's her!"

"My mother! I can never go home after this."

"Oh please, like you'd actually leave Linda and everyone behind…"

He had a point. Maze and him stared at each other until she broke eye contact.

"Fuck you, Lucifer!" She tossed her apple at his head. He reacted quickly and let it smack against the headboard. Maze turned around and walked down the stairs. Lucifer got up and followed her.

"Mazikeen…"

"I hope Michael beats the shit out of you once he gets back." She entered the elevator and watched him as it closed.

Lucifer stood by the piano as the doors closed. There was no point going after her, she was too upset with him. He felt a pair of arms wrap around him from behind. Skin the skin, he could feel her heat on his back. The blanket was visible from the front. A pair of lips pressed against his back.

"You know you're going to have to make things up to Michael and Maze, right?"

"I understand my brother, but why would I apologize to Mazikeen?" He turned in her arms so they could talk face to face. Chloe kept her arms wrapped around them, the blanket giving them cover for any more intruders.

Chloe wasn't sure how to respond back to that. She knew it was the right thing to do, but she couldn't actually give Lucifer a solid reason that he'd accept. He lifted his eyebrow waiting for her answer.

"She obviously has issues with her mother and Maze is practically your right hand man… demon." She fixed the wording to suit his situation. "Maybe she wanted to give you counsel on who'd take over for you once you came back?" She was shooting in the dark, but she was pretty sure that was the reason for Maze walking out.

Lucifer sighed. He understood where she was coming from, but there was no going back now. He had put too much time into grooming Lilith. If he sought out Maze's counsel now he'd be in Hell even longer and after the past twenty-four hours, he didn't want to spend another minute away from Chloe. Lucifer ran his hand along Chloe's shoulder up to her cheek.

"You're right…" Chloe's eyes widened at Lucifer's declaration. He never admitted to her being right. "But sadly I can't take back my actions. If I train someone else now, I'll be in Hell longer and I can't… I can't go back knowing I'll be gone longer." He ran his thumb across her cheek bone. "I have the equivalent of a month here left to go. A month, Detective… Don't make me spend any longer in that cesspool."

His words broke her heart. His eyes were pleading. She shook her head, she didn't want that for him. She brought his head down so she could kiss him. Whatever Maze and Lucifer had to work out, they could do when he came back. She'd help if she had to for the meantime. She didn't want him away longer than he had to be. They'd work through the conflict when he came back in a month's time. It was selfish, but when was she ever selfish.

Chloe pulled away and ran a hand along his beard. She took her time mapping out the features on his face. She ran her fingers along every crease and freckle. Lucifer didn't pull away, in return he leaned into her touch.

"We better get dressed before anyone else comes over…"

"Shower?" He asked with a smile. She nodded her head and dropped her arms. Lucifer pulled at the blanket so it dropped to the floor. Chloe let out a squeak. She dropped to the floor and tried to pick the blanket up. Lucifer quickly collected Chloe in his arms and walked them over to the bathroom. The sound of her laughter was music to his ears.

"Lucifer!" She wiggled against Lucifer's hold.

"Ooo Detective, careful now. Don't start something you don't intend on finishing." Chloe ceased her movement immediately and felt what he was talking about. His head was buried in the nook of her neck leaving kisses along her shoulders. Her hand ran up the back of his head taking in every kiss he had to offer.

"Shower now," she ordered. Lucifer dropped his arms and watched as she walked off towards the stairs. "You coming?"

Lucifer watched her go. If he only had a few hours left with Chloe, he was going to use them to his full advantage. From now until Michael arrived, he'd cherish every single second he had with Chloe.

.

.

It was a few hours before Michael found himself back on Earth. The penthouse was empty when he walked out of the elevator. The place was dead quiet. The first thing he did was walk over to the bar. He grabbed the biggest glass he could find along with his brother's finest bottle of brandy. He walked out into the balcony and took a seat on one of the chairs overlooking the city.

There was a nice breeze in the air. Michael set the bottle over the glass and poured himself a drink. Once he was done he set the bottle down and picked up his glass. He quietly sipped at his drink as he looked over the city. The sound of car horns, police sirens, and protesters never sounded so blissful to his ears. Michael closed his eyes and took in the sounds Earth had to offer.

.

.

Chloe and Lucifer walked out of the elevator hand in hand. They had just come back from a late lunch date. As they stepped out of the elevator they came in contact with a gust of wind coming from the sliding glass door being opened. Someone was in the penthouse. Lucifer stepped in front of Chloe, pushing her behind him. Chloe tried to get him to stop but Lucifer quietly made his way over to the balcony.

Chloe rolled her eyes once she saw the back of Michael's head along the window. She slapped Lucifer across the chest and pushed him out of the way. If Michael was going to start a fight it was better she was between the brother's before they started swinging.

To Chloe's surprise, Michael looked calm. One leg was crossed over the other, sipping a very large glass of alcohol. His foot was bobbing in the air like he was listening to a song. All the while, his eyes were closed ignoring her presence. Lucifer leaned against the door frame and watched Chloe grab a chair and place it in front of Michael.

She immediately sat in front of him so he could focus on her. It took a minute before he looked up and smiled at her.

"Did the two of you have fun?" He asked. Michael looked over to his brother, there was no remorse on Lucifer's face. He shook his head and focused back on Chloe. She nodded her head and took his hand. She could see the pain behind his eyes.

"You okay?"

"Yeah…" He slipped his hand out of Chloe's. The sentiment didn't go unnoticed by Lucifer. Lucifer crossed his arms over his chest and stood on stand by.

"Are you sure? You know…" Michael cut her off.

"I'm fine." He placed his glass on the small table besides him. She couldn't tell if he was lying or not. "Lilith is always a treat," he said to his brother. "Excellent choice by the way. You know they say female rulers are better than males." Lucifer shook his head, he knew his brother was egging him on. "Talked with Charles… got down to the brass tacks. Your intell was correct, but I had to make sure. So sorry." Lucifer walked out into the balcony, he knew this conversation was going somewhere. "And you know what else I found out?"

"What did you find out, Michael?" He asked to amuse his brother.

"I found out that Caine was tracking you and every celestial on Earth. Mom, Amenadiel, Mazikeen, you, and even Gaudium. The little weasel is stalking around Earth under our very noses." Michael let out a little laugh.

"Where is this going Michael?"

"I'm getting there…" he uncrossed his legs and sat up straight. "Five celestials, brother. Five. I pulled everything out of Caine and he knew nothing about any other celestials on Earth. Mom couldn't have known." Lucifer tried butting in, but Michael cut him off. "Maybe she was looking for something else, we don't know. All I know is that Caine spent his time tracking celestials and all he came by were five. He had information before mom even came to you. I need this Sam… I need to know they are alive and safe…"

Lucifer dropped his arms, he didn't know what to say. He knew there was a possibility of Michael's words being true but he didn't want to give his brother false hope.

"There could be a reason he didn't find more Michael…" he sighed. "You need to come to terms that maybe they…"

"Don't…" he held his index finger up. "If they were they'd reside within the City's gates. Last I checked, I have not gotten word. Lilith checked in Hell for me, nothing. They are wandering this place alone and scared, I need to find them."

Chloe was lost. She couldn't comprehend what they were talking about. She looked between the two as they talked amongst themselves. It was almost as if she wasn't even there. Neither bothered to fill her in on what they were talking about. So she stayed quiet and patiently listened.

Lucifer threw his hands up in the air. He was in. He'd assist in any ways possible. If his brother needed him to believe that other celestial beings were living on Earth, he'd do it.

"Since the stone is most likely gone for good. How do you plan on finding them?"

Michael let a smile spread across his face. He pushed himself out of his chair so he could finally stand.

"The little cherub… If I remember correctly, Gaudium was always a helpful little creature. If the little terror is as Caine said, on Earth, I believe he'd contribute a great deal to my search for my offsprings…"

And right there the word was out.

Michael walked away from his seat and over to his brother. He wrapped his arm over Lucifer's shoulder and pulled them away so they could talk in private.

Chloe sat rooted in her seat. She was sure she heard correctly, but she couldn't believe her ears. She stared ahead at Michael's seat trying to take in the new information. Michael had a kid? Michael said offspring, but she wasn't sure if there was an s behind the g. She placed a hand over her forehead trying to slow down her thought process.

She finally understood Michael's obsession with Charles Harvey and Hank Abbott. He was looking for his child. Chloe stood from her chair and looked around the balcony. The brothers were nowhere to be found.

"Lucifer? Michael?" She called out. She could hear the vague response from Lucifer inside the penthouse. She stepped through the glass door and walked over to the twins over by the library. The two were talking in another language so Chloe couldn't understand. It all sounded like gibberish to her.

She looked out on the desk and found multiple books pertaining to demonology and summoning spells. In all her time exploring Lucifer's place, she never knew he owned books of this caliber. She ran her fingers along the leather spines. It sent shivers down her back. Interested to see what was inside, Chloe pulled the cover back from one of the books. It was written in another language. Latin? She started sounding out the words out loud to try and make sense of it.

Lucifer closed the book before she could say too much.

"Easy Detective, it isn't wise to utter Latin around books of witchcraft." Chloe slowly backed away from the book and over to Michael. He was going over a book in his hands.

"What are you looking for?"

"Possible location our little cherub would hide out. Caine could never give me a location because he lost track of him in the twentieth century, but he did mention something about witchcraft…" he went back to flipping pages. His mind was glued to the book, no longer interested in anything else.

Chloe felt a hand rest upon her shoulder. She looked up and found Lucifer looking down at her.

"I would have told you sooner, but it wasn't my place…"

She shook her head, "no no, that's fine. I wasn't…" she looked over towards Michael. "I gave him so much crap about this case Dan and I were working on… I didn't know…"

"I wouldn't have expected you to know. Michael can be very secretive at times…"

"You knew?" she asked. Lucifer nodded his head.

"I lost track of the kids when I found Michael in Sandalphon's care. The boy took off with the babe before I could finish unchaining Michael." He lowered his voice so his brother couldn't hear. "Michael had amnesia and knew nothing of what happened. I sent all my best demons out to find the two, they came back empty handed. I just assumed…" he looked over to his brother, "they were dead."

"He's been searching all this time?" She looked over at Michael. He tossed the book on top of the desk and began flipping through another. "How long has he been searching?" She couldn't imagine the pain Michael was going through right now.

"I'm not sure how long…"

"Sandalphon… that's why Michael wants him. He could have the location of the children couldn't he?"

Michael looked up from his books and over in the pairs direction. Lucifer felt put on the spot. Both of them were looking at him. Michael closed his book and waited for his brother to answer Chloe's question. When he didn't answer Michael spoke up.

"Go ahead tell her… tell her how you've kept him hidden from me all these years."

"What?" She turned over to Lucifer confused.

"You never once asked. I never knew you were even looking for them!"

Chloe knew where this was going and she wasn't having any of it. She stopped Lucifer from raising his voice anymore and pointed her finger at Michael to dare him to retaliate. Both men bit their tongues and stayed quiet.

"What was the deal between the two of you?"

"That I watch over my brother's assets and favors until he returns from Hell…" Michael said, defeated. He collapsed into the chair besides the desk.

"Once I've returned for good," Lucifer added emphasis to the words, "only then will Michael be given Sandalphon. He would no longer be a prisoner of war. I'd release the monster over to the care of my brother. To do as he pleases or wishes."

The two looked at each other as the words were exchanged. Michael looked defeated and tired. He nodded his head remembering their deal.

"I'm sorry, brother…" Michael waved his hand in the air.

"It's fine. You're right… It's not time yet." He stood from his chair and started closing up the books in front of him. "I have a lead anyways."

"Gaudium?" Lucifer asked.

"Yes… it shouldn't be hard to track him down. Afterall, I do have the best tracker available at my disposal."

Mazikeen.

He tapped his index finger against one of the books in front of him. He remembered he was supposed to pay her for her services. He shook his head. He knew he was going to have to work overtime to convince her to do this little job for him.

Michael looked over at the time, it was four o'clock.

"I'm sure Lilith can handle things on her end… you don't have to leave just yet. Stay." He began stacking the books on the desk and putting them off to the side. "I have all these books to look through. I'll give you your privacy and head down to the club. The place is closed for the night. If you need me I'll be down there." He started putting books in his hands when Chloe stopped him.

"The club was only closed last night, it's reopening as we speak…" Michael put the books down. He was confused.

"How long have I been gone?" He asked.

"A day, Michael…" He placed the books down and tried to recall everything that's happened in his time away.

"I have a date tonight… that's tonight, right?" he asked Chloe. She nodded her head. She was glad he remembered Ella had been texting her non-stop with outfit choices. A smile spread across Michael's face recalling the conversation.

"A date?" Lucifer repeated. The word sounded ludicrous coming from Michael's mouth.

"What, you don't think I can't get a date? I'm better looking than you."

The air was no longer tense between all of them. She could see the smiles go between the two. They literally had the exact same face. If it wasn't for Michael's insistence on having his natural curls present, she'd never be able to tell the difference based on looks.

"Nonsense, everyone knows I'm the better looking twin." Lucifer turned to Chloe, "aren't I the better looking twin, Detective?"

"That's biased, she's practically your girlfriend." Chloe's eyes bugged out.

"Well we haven't established that just yet…" Chloe said.

"You don't want to be my girlfriend?" Lucifer said in a hurt tone. Chloe shook her head moving over to Lucifer.

"I didn't say that…"

Michael clapped his hands together, "you're dating, end of discussion." He looked at the couple satisfied that neither of them complained. "Good. Now," he turned away and walked over to the bedroom, "I have a date to get ready for. Will you be sticking around brother?"

Chloe snaked her arms around Lucifer, she already knew the answer. He wrapped his arms around Chloe in response. He placed a kiss on her head and rocked her.

"I'm afraid I must return back to Hell, my dearest." Chloe nodded her head against his chest. "I promise to be back within a month. If Lilith has things handled before that, I can come back sooner."

"I wouldn't want to rush anything… just come back when you are ready."

"Lilith has a great handle on the place, brother. I'm sure you could stay a little longer," Michael voiced.

"I'm afraid if I stay any longer I won't be so willing to leave when it's time…" he pulled Chloe away so he could look at her. "I'm sorry it couldn't be longer."

"You gave me a whole day, that's more than I thought I'd have."

Michael slipped into the room and let the two talk in private. If his brother was leaving this second, it was best to let them say their goodbyes without him hovering around. He didn't wish to take away more of their time together. Michael disappeared into the bedroom and looked through his phone before making his way into the bathroom to get showered for the night.