Disclaimer – I do not own Legacy of Kain. If I did Umah and Kain would have been a couple in Blood Omen 2.
ShadowJewel – Thanks for the constructive criticism. Yeah Umah doesn't really wear that much.
Author's Note – If you criticize please be constructive. Don't just write stuff like 'It's Gay'. The hour of the Raven is midnight to 1 am.
The Son's Betrayal
Zephon lightly rapped on the door of Kain's chamber. His companion Dumah was not as eager for the confrontation that would soon take place. Well it didn't matter, soon Raziel would be dead and that would be a very powerful example to the realm of Nosgoth. You never touch Kain's women. Of course no one had dared to before, but then along came Raziel.
Raziel who never got in trouble for a thing. Raziel who could sweet talk his way out of any trouble. Raziel who was the beloved ruler of the biggest territory in Nosgoth. After Kain's of course. Raziel the champion of the downtrodden masses that made up their servants and their families. Raziel who always had the utmost devotion from his fledglings.
Raziel nearly flew from Zephon's mind as Kain opened the door looking enraged as usual. He scowled at Dumah and then doubled the intensity for Zephon. Zephon took this better than Dumah who blanched at the unwanted sentiment. Kain chose to wait a moment before using his acerbic tongue. It was too damn early for this and he did not want to be disturbed.
"Well are you going to speak or are you going to stand there like a couple of fledgling humans?" he demanded
"Lord Kain we wish to request an audience with you this eve during the hour of the raven." Zephon replied
"I may have time for you but I may not. Report to the throne room at the hour of the raven." Kain snarled as he turned to leave
"My lord, it's about Raziel." Dumah admitted
"Enough of your sycophantic banter Dumah. I will see you then." Kain growled
"Sure touchy at dusk isn't he?" Zephon joked
They walked through the maze of corridors that was the Sanctuary of the Clans. Zephon engaged in jovial banter while Dumah thought about what they were doing. Sure he didn't like Raziel getting all the best stuff and being the best. But killing him seemed a bit severe. It would be like they were cowards for telling Kain. Well, I've been a coward before and lived with it Dumah thought. I can certainly be a coward again.
Kain prepared to leave his chambers while Umah sleepily watched him. More like exhaustedly as she was unused to so much blood play and other forms of seduction at any given time. Soon she would be restored but for now she was content to watch her lover as he crossly got dressed. It was adorable when he got annoyed and started to mutter like that.
Kain crossed the room and kissed his queen goodbye. He stroked her wings and left. Umah sank into the pillows and fell into a contented sleep. Her lover hurried to the throne room and opened its massive doors. He passed under the gargoyles, seemingly passing their inspection. Well the lord of Nosgoth could certainly handle a few errant gargoyles.
He heard the door open and two shadows flitted into the room. It had to be very important or Zephon wouldn't be so careful. Dumah was obviously there to give his brother courage, not because he actually knew anything. Whatever they know had better be damned important or it shall be very unpleasant for them, Kain thought.
"Good evening lord, I believe we are here to enlighten you. Unfortunately for some members of our happy family this shall not be so pleasant." Zephon announced with his usual oily, sycophantic manner
"What is your secret Zephon? I demand that you tell it." Kain inquired
"Of course I will my lord." Zephon answered with a smirk
"Dumah, do you know any of this information that your brother is unwisely toying with. If you do I suggest you speak. Before your brother's head ends up on a pike" Kain snarled
"No need to get angry my lord. As I was traversing the halls near the sparring chamber I saw and smelled blood. It was vampiric blood. I followed the trail which ended at Raziel's door, which was slightly ajar. I looked in and saw Lady Umah unconscious on his bed. Raziel had bandaged her wing and was inspecting his handiwork. Then he bent down and kissed her injured wing. Then he kissed her lips my lord! Such treachery from your firstborn!"
"Why didn't you tell me sooner Zephon? Now get out!" Kain roared
Zephon and Dumah scurried out of the throne room. Kain hadn't hurt them, thank the pillars. Kain would most certainly hurt Raziel. Maybe he would get rid of the amethyst bitch while he was at it too. Zephon chuckled at the thought of two less interferences. Unfortunately Zephon had forgotten one thing; Turel was almost as omniscient as Kain. Turel had eyes and ears throughout the whole territory. He remembered just as Kain stormed to his chambers. Just as he was grabbed from behind and pulled into a dark room.