A/N, thanks to all of you for the continued support, would love to hear some comments
"I don't lie, point of pride for me, granted that probably doesn't dissuade your beliefs in any way, but believe this, I mean you no harm, I give you my word on that, even your misguided views on who my farther is, then you should know that the Devil never breaks his word!"
"People would sell their souls if you did!"
"Agrrrrrrrrrr, why do you people think I am bloody interested in your souls? A slight bit of frustration had crept into Lucifer's voice,
"Are you not?" Emma was intrigued by this statement, if the Devil wasn't after their souls, what was his purpose?
"Nope!" Popping the P, he continued, "what would I want with them anyway? Human souls find their own way, either to the silver city or to Hell, I nor my farther play a part in that, you do!" Now that was a statement, one she needed to know more about,
"I am sorry, I don't understand,"
"It is all down to you! Your actions, decisions, all make the final judgement, granted there are exceptions to that little rule, especially when it comes to sociopaths and the like!" Lucifer waved the rest of the argument off, "should you make a deal with me, that does not guarantee a one trip to Hell, however if that deal makes you into a murderous criminal then, it is likely it will, not my influence just your free will!" Lucifer was exceptionally patient and calm in his explanation, it was a revelation to Emma, but she couldn't stop herself from wanting to know more, was this his secret, telling a certain truth to convert the masses to his way of thinking? She wasn't sure,
"How can I believe this?" She asked a little more desperately than she had intended,
"Believe, or don't believe, that is your choice to make, I am not here to convince you either way, I do not begrudge your belief in my farther and his rules nor do I mock that what gives you strength, as I said, free will is all that matters and it is down to you to decide what that ultimately leads to!" The way Lucifer explained this simple truth conveyed an honesty and sincerity she wasn't expecting,
"I was not expecting that!?"
"I bet you weren't expecting me to be so handsome either!" Lucifer smirked and she felt herself turn a little red by that, he wasn't just handsome, he was beautiful!
"Err no, but let stay on topic," she was surprised that his grin only grew but he nodded to let her continue, "Why are you here, on earth I mean?"
"Well it started off as a little holiday away from Hell, I had grown tired of playing that particular part in the grand story and being used as a puppet, the city of angels seemed an appropriate choice in venue." Lucifer had made his way back to the bar and filled two glasses, he handed Emma one of them as he re-took his seat. He wasn't sure why he was being so open with this woman who sat in front of him, but he was interested, curious even. This devout woman had come to him and come to him with an open mind, asking sensible and intelligent questions, outside of his little family he had made on earth, this was a refreshing change. So he continued the exchange, he reminded him a little of Farther Frank, a man he had known only for a short time but had made a lasting impression.
"Is that it? No wanting to destroy us?" She already felt she knew the answer but needed to her the answer,
"Not in the least, I happen to like it here and for the first time I feel at home!"
Sister Emma could only stare at the man, she knew in her heart that he wasn't lying and that he didn't want any harm to come to the humans, how could the group be so wrong! She now took a deep mouthful of her drink, she could feel the burn of the expensive whiskey and appreciated it.
"Maybe you should have a little chat with my therapist?" He offered
"Wait! What? You have a therapist?" She was surprised by this statement,
"Yes I know, it is so LA of me!" Lucifer was clearly amused,
"And she know, knows about you, what you are really are?" She asked in a shocked rushed statement,
"Yes she does, turns out that it was a little bit of a shock to her, melted her brain for a bit, had to do my own therapy for a while!" Lucifer was now laughing, she could help but join him, this was the strangest situation she had even been in, but the fear she had once had had melted into the background. Then it returned with a flourish, "But I would have thought that little group of yours would have already know this? Not like I haven't noticed your little spies, following me and my family?" His tone had become more serious, but still there was no anger, just acceptance,
"Wait you knew?" She was once again shocked,
"Not hard to spot you lot, maybe you should recommend watching some spy films, I do like Bond myself." He grinned again,
"You knew and still took the time to talk to me?"
"Well of course my dear, you are a rare gift, willing to sit down with the Devil and discuss the larger subjects without just spouting the usual scripture, Miss Lopez is the same, seeking the truth on their own, it makes me happy! I am a big fan of questions and not just accepting a truth at face value."
Emma was once again stunned by the Devil's statement, he seemed to be enjoying this and honestly so was she, it wasn't every day that one could speak to a being of a celestial nature and actually have questions answered. "The group has plans against you!" in for a penny in for a pound, she knew the groups actions were misplaced but now after meeting their sworn enemy, she knew it to be the wrong choice,
"I'd be disappointed it they didn't!"