Hello my amazing readers! Thank you all for joining me for this sequel! Now, I'm not much of a romance writer. So I'm going to need your help with a few things. Because to me, you guys are the greatest inspiration! You manage to pull me out writer's block every time!

So first thing is first, what things I could do to help Vox gain Elli's trust and then her love. Remember Elli is a stubborn woman who vowed that no other man but Alastor will take her heart! So wow me!

Second, this ended up becoming a series because of you all! What should I call it? Let me know! As you know I have a few other works that was tied to this series, but I had no clue what to call it.

Also Happy Valentine's Day everyone! I didn't expect to finish it, but here we are!

And with that let's get into the next chapter!

Vox is determined to show Elli that he wants to be friends her. Except he doesn't have a clue on what to do.

Chapter 2: How to Build Trust (For Dummies)

When you lose someone's trust, how do you earn it back? That's what Vox was currently trying to figure out. He knew it was going to take time. But how much time? And what was the best course of action should he go? Well... actually he did, but he wasn't sure if he bring himself to do it. And that was making an ACTUAL effort to be nice to Alastor. He wasn't sure if he could do it. It was Alastor after all. The old-fashioned coot. He had to apologize to his rival. It was the first thing that Elli requested of him. And it had to be sincere.

Fuck. He knew Alastor would be a smug bastard about it. Actually, now that he thought about it, Alastor was a literal bastard. He was going to have to keep that to himself. He was already was on thin ice with Elli. He actually wanted to avoid apologizing to the Radio Demon. She had given him clear instructions on how to earn her trust. But he really didn't want do that first one. He was the Media Overlord! Hell was practically ran by him!

Still. He knew this would be the big one for Elli. Alastor was the apple of her eye. How could be bring himself to actually apologize to him? Urg. The things he does for this woman. It didn't matter. As long as it was good enough for the doe-demon. Alastor wasn't going to accept it anyways. And he was a showman himself. He can bullshit it and she wouldn't be none the wiser. Feeling better that he had a plan, he made his way out of his office.

It was time that he headed to the hotel. After all, he had an apology to make.

When he pulled up to the hotel, he could see that it had improved. It was looking more professional. Lighting up like a fancy casino. He had to admit that when he first heard of the hotel, he too, thought it was all a big joke. Until Alastor got involved and it started making some progress. But it really started booming when Elli made the scene. When word got out that a former Angel from Heaven was staying there, many desperate demons flocked towards the hotel's door. They were all most newer sinners that arrived and were confused on how they ended up there. All curious if maybe this former heavenly resident can guide them to reach the one place that they longed for.

He knew full well that Killjoy and Trench were trying to get an interview with the doe-demon. An idea came to him. What could be an even better way to get her to forgive him than to promise help promote the hotel? A grin stretched further on his screen. Yes, that was a great idea! He got out of his limo and made his way up to the door. First thing first though. Due the bullshit apology to Alastor. Convince Elli that he was genuine and heartfelt, even though he and Alastor both that it was a lie. Damn it. He should've brought a "gift" for Bambi. Act like he actually cared about this apology. He'll just lie and say it got lost in the mail. He sent it last week. Another radio or something like that.

He remembered Elli saying that Alastor had a shit ton of radios in his tower. Apparently he collected them like how Valentino collected lamps. He even remember one instant where he saw Alastor pushing a stroller out while he was taking Vark on a walk. It was the weirdest shit he's ever seen. And they were in fucking Hell. He apparently names them too. He remember asking him the fuck he was doing pushing a radio in the stroller. And that Alastor replied that "George" loves going on walks. So that day he learned that he names his radios too. And they all have personalities. Fucking weirdo. He perked up when he saw the door opening. There was the little maid, Alastor's associate, Niffty. He flashed a smile at her.

"Hello... Niffty was it? Is Elli and Alastor here? I need to speak to them."

The maid gave him a doubtful look.

"They are. You can wait in the Lobby. I'll go get them."

Once inside, she zipped off to find the two deer demons. He pulled out his phone and ordered a radio. Valentino and Velvet would ask questions but he would just say it was to help earn Elli's forgiveness. He put his phone up when he heard them enter. He flashed a smile at the doe-demon.

"Hello Elli!" He turned his attention over to his rival. His tone more neutral. "Alastor."

"Vox." Alastor greeted, his smile tense.

"I came to apologize." The Media Overlord made sure that he sounded sincere. Elli was there after all. "I shouldn't have used your mother against you. It was a very underhanded ploy."

Elli smiled. She was pleased that Vox was apologizing. There was hope after for him. She was about to comment when Alastor scoffed.

"Ha! Like I actually would fall for that!"

"Hey, I'm being sincere here!" He held up his phone. "I even ordered you a gift to show how serious I am!"

The Radio Demon snorted.

"I'll believe it when I see it."

Vox pocketed his phone. He knew this was going to happen. All he cared about was showing Elli that he was doing it. As long as she was convinced, that was all that he cared about. He could give a damn less about what Alastor. He gave Elli a look. He was "trying"! She nodded. Hook, line and sinker. She bought it. Perfect. That's all he needed. And once the stupid radio arrived, it would cement his "apology". The stag turned to leave.

"Since there is nothing of importance here. I have work of my own to get to. Farewell!"

He looked over at Elli.

"I can print out the the confirmation code and delivery address where for it." He offered.

"I would appreciate it." She replied.

She didn't fully trust Vox. But his apology was sincere. And if he did buy a gift to show that he was serious, then it was good enough for her. But he still wasn't off the hook. The apology was only the beginning. He had to work to earn her forgiveness. But he was taking a step in the right direction, in her opinion. Her ears perked when she heard Baxter screech. Her name was then called. She send Vox an apologetic smile.

"I'm sorry Vox. I have a client ta get help out. I'll speak ta ya next time."

"O-oh sure! I'll have one of my worker's bring the papers to you tomorrow."

She nodded. Another crash was heard. She gave him a quick wave goodbye and went to go deal with whatever chaos was happening. Vox made sure to leave the hotel. His planned work! He had convinced Elli that he was serious. Perfect! Now he just had to keep showing her how much he was willing to earn her trust back. Now he just had to figure how to keep it up. He was going see if he could get a book about rebuilding trust. And maybe... just maybe, it'll lead to something more.

I hope you all enjoyed this chapter! So this is my first time doing a budding romance story. So any advice is helpful!

Vox may still hate Alastor, but he knows that if he doesn't apologize to Alastor, there's no way she'd take him trying to earn her trust seriously. Hence why he had to force it and make it as convincing as possible.

And Alastor collecting radios! Hey, we all have our hobbies. I actually got this off a reddit post that featured the artwork of Artofrhues. I'm reference to two of their pieces. One of Alastor having a vast collections of radios and the other about him pushing a radio in a stroller. I made a comment on the post that Alastor named that radio "George."

What other names would Alastor call his radios? What type of "personalities" would they have? If any of you end up making a fic (I have to many, I can't even if I want to!), I will happily review it and offer my support for it!

Vox managed to convince Elli that he sincerely apologized to Alastor! Now he just have to keep proving that he really does deserve to have her trust again. Now he just has figure out how.

I hope you all have a Happy Valentine's Day/Friendship Day! Aromantic Awareness Week starts tomorrow. And as an Aromantic Asexual, I'm going to be celebrating with garlic bread and cake (it's a Reddit thing).

Thank you all for reading and stay tuned for next chapter!