Songs are "Deal Maker" by Tytocat and "Lullabye of Woe" by Marcin Przybyłowicz and Mikolai Stroinsk
He led her to the stage and snapped. A piano came rolling out from behind the stage curtain. "Perhaps, my dear, we can set up the entertainment quickly." With another snap, his ensemble of shadows appeared all holding various instruments. A chair appeared on the stage and he moved her to sit on it. After she sat, music started. It carried only a beat, but soon it became more. The music already had Selena tapping her feet.
Song Starts Here
Listen dear, and listen close,
If you want a show, I'll be your host.
He summoned images of demons. She assumed it was past deals he had made. Pictures of events happened as he sang.
Hear me fella, you up for a jolly?
For I need some zing, and you're on the trolley!
The longest while, I've held my breath
This hellish bushwa's got me bored to death
Tired of the scent of burning flesh,
I crave inspiration, of something fresh!
Alastor quickly grabbed Selena's hand and pulled her into a dance. Soon a background of 'hey's could be heard.
Now form a line, and I'll assign
A place and time for us to sign.
It's dandy and fine, so don't ya whine.
It was your choice, and now you're mine.
Let's seal our deal, 'tis such a steal!
Let's cut the spiel, and grab the kill!
Please take this quill, and feel the thrill…
Per this agreement, you'll do my will.
At this moment he pulled her into a slow spin.
Now you may ask why I showed up,
And I'd just say that you're in luck.
I'll make this place a tempting sight
For all the scum to spend the night.
At this line, he gestured to the whole of the building. He danced on his own for a bit. While Selena, clapped along.
So place a bet, to this Smokey Mayor
But raise a prayer, if you ain't a fair player.
I'm he who lies, 'mongst red skies,
A king of flies, in kind disguise.
He gave her a wink and began dancing with her again. She was laughing and enjoying herself. She spent so much time in Hell in her temple: she forgot how much she loved dancing. She missed days and festivals like this.
Now form a line, and I'll assign
A place and time for us to sign.
It's dandy and fine, so don't ya whine.
It was your choice, and now you're mine.
Let's seal our deal, 'tis such a steal!
Let's cut the spiel, and grab the kill!
Please take this quill, and feel the thrill…
Per this agreement, you'll do my will.
He had gently spinned her out of his reach and turned away. He seemed so lost in thought at the moment. The music went still and his spoken acapella filled the room.
The crimson shadow coats this town,
all tormented by the buzzing sound.
Eldritch powers long bygone,
from my sleeves will all be drawn.
Weak, old souls all shine so dim
As the show, I staged turns to a "Hazbin".
Serene mortals walk the earth,
Oblivious to their dire rebirth.
A brand new start, a newborn heart
to take, to twist, to rip apart.
Search for my voice, follow my beacon,
And soon you'll run into the Radio Demon.
He had turned back to her and held his arms open wide. The images disappeared. She joined him for a dance again. She noted the violin as they danced.
Now form a line,
(And he'll assign)
A place and time
(For ya'll to sign).
It's dandy and fine,
(So don't you whine).
It was your choice,
(It was your crime).
Let's seal our deal,
('Tis such a steal!)
Let's cut the spiel,
(And grab the kill!)
Please take this quill,
(And feel the thrill)
Per this agreement,
(You'll do his will.)
His shadows sang after him. The song ended, and Selena erupted into a fit of giggles.
Song Ends Here
"Well, I knew you were a narcissist, but that song!" She was giggling, but Alastor noted that it wasn't an offensive tone. "Goodness, I missed dancing! Thank you, Al!" She actually went for a hug, but backed away when she realized what she was doing. "Sorry! I was so giddy I forgot you hate being touched." Her ears flattened. She perked back up rather quickly. "Thank you! I enjoyed that."
Alastor's smile was sincere. He felt his heart soar at her smile, and he chided his brain and ears to remember the sound of her laughter. "I'm glad you enjoyed that! I do enjoy entertaining!"
"Well, for your song, I think we need to get you ready for bed. You'll be asleep by the time I finish." He offered her his elbow again, and before she could squeak, he had teleported her to the space right in front of his hotel room door. He opened it and led her inside. With a snap, he was in red striped pajamas and a literal red night cap. She tried so hard to stifle her laughter, but it fell out.
"What?" He seemed so confused and looked to make sure he snapped on the right attire. He did.
"Nothing! It's just for the past six months you've been in your suit. Pajamas are just a funny thing to see after all that. Especially with the night cap!" She tried to stop laughing, but she couldn't help herself. "I don't think I've seen someone wear one in sixty or more years!"
"Fair point! But they're comfortable." He reasoned. His smile was soft but slightly forced.
"I bet!" She finally stopped laughing. "Come on! Let's get the infamous Radio Demon to sleep." She motioned for him to get in the bed. He obeyed but felt odd about it. "You may want to set an alarm. I don't know how hard your first sleeping spell will hit you." He set his alarm for his wake up time and waited patiently.
She sat next to him. "Another song from my homeland?" He nodded but tried not to scare her off. He was beyond excited. He couldn't imagine actually sleeping. "Mmm. I've got three songs in mind. Want a story of star-crossed lovers, a lullaby of woe, or a song describing someone's beauty?"
"Do you even know me, dear? Anything with woe or desperation is for my ears." They both chuckled.
Song Starts Here
Wolves asleep amidst the trees
Bats all a swaying in the breeze
But one soul lies anxious wide awake
Fearing no manner of ghouls, hags, and wraiths
For your dolly Polly sleep has flown
Don't dare let her tremble alone
For the witcher, heartless, cold
Paid in coin of gold
He comes he'll go leave naught behind
But heartache and woe
Deep, deep woe
Alastor felt his eyes grow heavy. He wanted to hear the song dammit!
Birds are silent for the night
Cows turned in as daylight dies
But one soul lies anxious wide awake
Fearing no manner of ghouls, hags, and wraiths
My dear dolly Polly shut your eyes
Lie still, lie silent, utter no cries
As the witcher, brave and bold
Paid in coin of gold
He'll chop and slice you
Cut and dice you
Eat you up whole
Eat you whole
Song Ends Here
When Selena finished, she looked at the formidable Radio Demon. He was fast asleep, lying on his back. A small smile seemed to be etched on his face. She found him quite handsome. If only he wasn't a massive jerk most of the time, she might have realized it sooner. She left quietly and waved his curled-up shadow a goodbye. She silently closed the door and went to her room across the way.
She crashed on her bed. As tired as she was, she was now awake thanks to his driving musical number. She thought about the day. They fought this morning, something Husk said convinced Alastor to apologize, they got a new member, he sang to her, and she tucked him in with a lullaby. That was a fucking roller coaster. Soon she found herself dreaming of home.