Chapter 17: Changes
Nero woke up early and made breakfast, sat down to think. Since their confession Nero and Kyrie were as close as any siblings. Mira and Vergil didn't warm up to the idea at first but respected Nero's decision.
"Good morning kiddo." Mira greeted with a warm smile. Nero smiled back and grunted when she ruffled his hair.
"Mother,"
"Just teasing, so what's wrong kid?"
"Mother, I know you and Father are disappointed."
"Nero, stop. We respect your decision. As long as you're safe and healthy, it's fine with us."
"Oh really, so if Asmodeus asked me out?"
"I'd sick your father on him." Mira said. "Or I'd kick his ass myself."
"Mother what happened between you two?"
"He did try to pursue me, I refused every time. When I put his brother down he went after me for revenge. He almost killed me but I chopped his head off."
"You didn't cut other parts off my love?" Vergil asked from the shadows. Nero winced at that.
"Father, ow!" Nero said. "You're talking about cutting off….parts!"
"I told you that your father was a Wicked Fuck." Mira said laughing.
"I just don't talk about it I've done that before."
"Oh man, remind me to never piss you off." Nero bemoaned, dashing upstairs. Mira laughed harder. Vergil chuckled as he prepped his tea.
"That was fun." He chuckled darkly as Mira sat on his lap. Her icy blues sparkled with mirth.
"How are you so wicked Babe?"
"Simple, I was born that way." He whispered as he held her tight. Mira giggled and hugged him back. They were about to kiss when Mira's phone rang and vibrated, startling them. She got up, got the phone and sat back down in her intended's lap.
"Devil May Cry?"
"Mira, what on Earth is Asmodeus doing here?!" Trish asked. Mira blinked then looked at Vergil.
"Babe, what is Asmodeus doing in Devil May Cry?" Vergil picked Mira up, set her down and kissed her deeply.
"Mmm, Babe? What happened?"
"I told Asmodeus that if he was truly ready to serve to come to the office."
"Babe, I'm worried and scared…"
"I will keep my eyes on him. And kill him if it's necessary."
"Fine, he can work with Lady or Trish, even Lucia. He's not to come near us. You can deal with it." With that she got off his lap and went upstairs. Vergil sighed but made his way to Devil May Cry.
Trish and Lady stood up as Vergil arrived and Asmodeus took a knee.
"Lord Sparda,"
"Speak freely,"
"Sir, it was hard seeing my brother vanish in there, but I understand why it was done. I know that your Lady nor your son trusts me. I am more than ready to redeem myself."
"You'll have to prove yourself. For the time being you will work with Trish and Lady here. A mission comes, you go. You are to report to me only. I will be watching. If I am told of any betrayal or ill intent, your life ends. As I stated before I am not my father, I am not so kind. So, for your sake, do NOT cross me, and do NOT cross my family." At this Vergil's eyes glowed blood red as he glared at the demon lord. Asmodeus gulped but didn't dare move. He knew that Vergil was deadly serious.
"Yes my Lord."
"Very well, I leave him with you, inform me only if anything should occur." Vergil told Trish who nodded and wished him well. He slashed a portal back home.
Mira was laying on their bed reading Shakespeare dressed in a red tank top and black jean shorts. She was laying on her stomach and the shorts were hugging her peach shaped ass enticingly. Oh my, all this just for me? I have been blessed…Mira looked up and turned, gracing him with a smile.
"So how did it go?" She asked as she knelt at the middle of their bed. Vergil removed his coat and his boots and knelt in front of her, holding her close.
"Surprisingly well. He will be with Lady and Trish. Trish has agreed to inform me of any problems."
"That's good." Mira said as she ran her hands over her intended's chest. "Nero has been in his room since you scared him earlier."
"And you've been left all alone?" Vergil asked teasingly. Mira smirked and sighed dramatically.
"Alas I have," She sighed. "But I await for my love."
"Oh? And where is he?" Vergil asked with a devilish grin as he pulled her closer, their lips almost touching.
"Right here." Mira whispered and kissed him softly. Vergil moaned and allowed himself to be guided down to rest on top of her, not once breaking their kiss. He deepened it, exploring her mouth, making sure to keep it calm and intimate. Mira moaned and enjoyed it. A soft knock on their door pulled them apart with Vergil growling softly and Mira moaning at the loss.
"Come in," Vergil said. Nero walked in carefully and gulped, looking a bit pale and sick but eyes glowing red, fangs bared. Vergil calmed down and eased off of Mira. "Nero, what's wrong?"
"Nero, what's wrong kiddo?" Mira asked as she raced to their son and felt his forehead. "Vergil, he's burning up!"
"Let's get him to bed and keep him cool. I know what this is."
"What is it?"
"His heat." Vergil said as he looked over his son. He saw the boy's power was indeed spiking and it was reaching out. The boy sobbed as his mother calmed him. We were early bloomers too. Vergil thought as he recalled how he had been in Fortuna, he himself felt hot and slightly feverish. Battling the scarecrows helped but while others allowed him to pass, Mira took notice of him and he of her. Mira looked flushed herself. They conceived Nero that night. The next morning, Vergil's temperature went back to normal and Mira's was as well. He remembered kissing her goodbye before slipping out of bed, getting dressed and leaving her to sleep. He stopped for a moment and looked at her, watching her as she slept. A dark voice reminded him on what they had to do and Vergil left without another glance.
"Babe, he looks bigger now." Mira said, placing a hand on his shoulder, rousing him from the memory. Vergil walked over and saw that his son did look bigger, more powerfully built. Ah, he's an Alpha Male. Oh, so that would….no wonder it didn't work with the songstress.
"My love, he's an Alpha Male. He's going through another change. That's why he and his songstress didn't work out."
"So, his mate is out there, somewhere." Mira said. Vergil nodded. Nero was fast asleep. He had a theory but he knew his intended would not like it.
"My love, I would like to test a theory. Stay here with Nero. Even though he is an Alpha Male, he will not dare harm or claim you. You are his mother and that's death for any demon child to strike their parents with ill intent. I will return." He kissed her softly and slashed a portal to Devil May Cry.
Asmodeus was on the couch when he saw the portal and dropped to one knee when he saw Vergil walk through.
"Lord Sparda,"
"Asmodeus, do you have something small on you, something personal?" The demon lord blinked but nodded, removing a gold and onyx broach from the middle of his shirt. Vergil held out a handkerchief and Asmodeus placed it in carefully. Vergil closed the parcel and nodded. "Standby, I'll be right back."
"Vergil, what happened?" Mira asked as her intended came through the portal holding a parcel.
"Mira, stand by me my love." She nodded and obeyed, and Vergil placed the broach into Nero's hand without touching it himself. Nero moaned softly and held the broach, his temperature dropping to normal. Vergil nodded and kept Mira close to him as they left the room, closing the door.
"Asmodeus is Nero's Submissive." He said to Mira, who gasped in surprise. "We will have to allow them to be around each other quite soon my love." Mira nodded and hugged her intended.
"I just want our baby back."
"When Nero is awake we will explore this further." He said softly as he hugged her. "Right now we watch him and make sure he rests. He will wake when the change is complete." Mira nodded and allowed Vergil to lead her to the living room. We stay in the bedroom any longer I'm ravishing her….she looks and smells so good. They sat down on the couch and kissed again as he sent his familiars to keep watch over Nero. His job, was to keep Mira calm. Nothing was scarier than a mother who was worried for her child. Especially one as powerful as Mira. He held her close and they both rested on the couch.
Nero opened his eyes hours later and groaned in discomfort. Shadow perked up and Griffon tilted his head. Wow, the kid shot up! Nero did get taller and was broader. His hair was long in front short in the back. He didn't look so child like as before, taking on a more serious look akin to his father's. They were a bit of boyish charm and a hint of mischief but not as much. His eyes were still blue but brighter.
"Hey Superstar, how do you feel?"
"Like I got hit by a bus." He said, blinking at his own voice. It was deeper. "Where are my parents?"
"Downstairs, fast asleep. Your father had to keep your mother calm."
"Well, time to wake them up, I have questions." He said as he got up from the bed and looked it over. "I'll need a new bed too, this one is too small." Griffon and Shadow left to report back as Nero got ready.
"Hey V, get up." Griffon dared to say, addressing the elder. Surprisingly, Vergil opened his eyes and looked at the familiar.
"Due to circumstances, I'll allow you to address me as such just once." The elder warned. "Do not make it a habit. So what happened?"
"Nero is awake and he has more questions." Griffon said as the elder stretched and gently roused Mira, whispering to her that Nero was awake. She moaned and stirred then looked at Griffon.
"How long has he been awake Little Chicken?"
"He just woke up less than 5 minutes ago." He said as they watched Mira stretch. Oh that'll never get old…Yea Mama….Griffon grinned. Vergil glared at him, dismissing him with a wave as he continued to watch. She' s mine you wretched bird. Things like this, is meant for ME to see. He sat back and watched her with a grin on his lips and Mira slowly stood up and looked at him, smiling.
"Are you done checking me out?"
"I'll never tire of checking you out my love."
"Nor I of you Babe." She whisperedas they kissed gently. "Lets go check on our son." Vergil nodded and both got up and made way to Nero's room, knocking gently.
"Come in," He said. Vergil opened the door and both walked in. Nero was by the window but Mira gasped. Nero was indeed bigger, just slightly smaller than his father.
"Mother, its alright. I would never harm you."
"Oh I'm not worried about that." Mira said. "I'm just shocked on how fast you shot up."
"His body had to catch up, just like yours due to being triggered late my love."
"I see, so this is his stage now?" She asked. Vergil looked at Nero and then nodded.
"Yes, he won't have to undergo another until his mid-30s. Or a bit before then."
"What did you give him?"
"Asmodeus' broach. It set his temperature back to normal. When in the presence of our mates, we stabilize."
"You needed me around more than once." Mira said. "And you needed Nero to kick your ass to wake you up. In fact, it took a combo of him and me to wake you up."
"Immediate family is always best for that. I would've stabilized sooner if I had been in my right state of mind before."
"True, you were wacked out." Mira said, getting a playful slap on her ass. "Aie you Wicked Fuck!"
"Hm, lovely." Vergil chuckled evilly, having enjoyed hearing the slap and his hand felt pleasantly warm. Mira smirked. Nero chuckled.
"So, what exactly happened to me?"
"You underwent another stage." Vergil said. "You're an Alpha Male my son. So naturally you grew in power, height and no doubt, your devil had undergone another change. Let us see how much, to the field." Nero nodded and all three of them went to the sparring field. Mira stepped to the side and Vergil nodded at their son.
"When you're ready child." He ordered. Nero triggered and both parents were impressed. Nero's devil had grown, the eyes, horns and color scheme were the same. The wings were solid now, blue black and demonic, his flames were blue with red, harmonizing to a soft purple. His hair was still long and the face was the same. A hell angel, heh who would've thought that one. Vergil turned to Mira and nodded. They both triggered and took a stance. The younger devil lunged and the two Sins countered. While he fought bravely, he was still a bit weak and the Ice Sin held up a hand to cease. They de triggered and looked at each other.
"We will test you again when you're at full strength. Right now, we have pressing matters. We now know who your mate is, you have a Submissive. That's why you didn't go with your songstress. Your devil has already known who your mate was."
"I'm guessing that's normal?" Nero asked. Vergil nodded.
"It is."
"And who is it?" Nero asked.
"It's Asmodeus." Mira said. Nero blinked then laughed. "Wait, you're not kidding?"
"God I wish I was." Mira said. "But no, your father proved it when he placed Asmodeus' broach into your hand and your fever broke. He still has to prove himself." Nero and Vergil nodded in agreement. Mira was the most cautious of the three and rightfully so. He did try to kill her. Both Vergil and Nero understood her concern and it was a valid point.
"Son, I will say this, until he proves himself, I strongly recommend you not pursue him until we know his true and clear intention. If he harms you or your mother I won't hesitate to kill him, regardless of him being your Submissive." At this he looked downright icy. It literally chilled Nero to the marrow of his bones. He completely understood and was willing to protect his mother if necessary. He did not dare rebel against his father.
"Yes Father." He said. Vergil nodded and all three of them turned to return to the house when Vergil stopped.
"Wait, I have an idea. You both come with me. Nero, the broach." Nero held it up and Vergil nodded.
"Good, hold on to it. I need to know for sure." He slashed a portal to Devil May Cry.
Asmodeus never moved from his spot and Vergil was impressed with that as he walked through. Mira and Nero were behind him and while he gulped at the sight of Mira, he blushed deeply at the sight of Nero. This did not go unnoticed by the parents. Vergil sat at the desk and Mira stood before the Demon Lord.
"Modeus," She said. Asmodeus blinked in surprise at the shortening of his name. I have not been called that since she was Dante. She was the only one who called me that. He met her gaze. She was still wary of him and he could not blame her.
"I'm sure Vergil had made it clear that if you tried any shit that he will kill you. Allow me to further clear it up." She held up Ebony and Ivory. "I'll ram these up your ass and mouth and riddle you with bullets in both ends if you try to fuck us over." Nero and Vergil blinked and winced. She smirked darkly. "Then I'll take one of these…" She summoned up an energy dagger of red flame and leaned in close, blade dangerously close at his anatomy. "And I'll give you the banana split treatment!" She heard her future husband and their son yelp. Asmodeus' eyes widened with fear and he gulped. She's not kidding! Oh that dagger is a bit too close…
"So, answer me, are you willing to play straight?"
"Y…yes Sparda." He said fearfully. He heard Vergil chuckling in dark pleasure. Nero smirked.
"I'm sorry, I didn't quite hear you." Mira said leaning a bit closer.
"YES, LADY SPARDA!" Asmodeus yelped. Vergil chuckled again and stood up and took his future wife's place, kissing her gently and silently requesting her to sit down. Mira dismissed the dagger and walked to her desk and sat down.
"Did you feel the heat and get the point?" He asked. "I can assure you; no man wants their nuts roasted." Nero yelped and Vergil winced slightly but chuckled. "I've done worse than what she just did, do NOT push me to demonstrate. Now I believe my son has something of yours." He stood up and Nero took his place. Asmodeus' cheeks blushed a pretty pink and he looked up at the son. Nero met his gaze and handed his broach to him. Asmodeus had to control his excitement and shiver of pleasure as their hands briefly touched. Vergil and Mira watched on in silence but used their bond to speak.
"It's as I thought my love, they are a pair."
"Damn, why him?"
"We can't choose who we are destined for my love."
"I mean, we got lucky but this, sucks!"
"It does but let's see where this goes."
"Oh my god, you went from cutthroat to scientific."
"It's a switch."
"It's downright scary." Mira admitted. Vergil laughed and held her, pulling her down into his lap.
"I…" Asmodeus began but Nero held up a hand for silence.
"Shut the fuck up." He ordered. "Although I understand how dynamics go. I do not like this at all. You tried to kill my mother. That is something I cannot forgive. Until I say so, you stay the fuck away from me. Mated pair be damned. I will not share my life or my bed with someone I can NOT trust." With that, he walked away and Asmodeus groaned in dismay. I may have lost my mate. Vergil raised an eyebrow.
"You didn't lose him, not completely." He said, causing the man to gasp. "Oh yes, I should've mentioned as King of the Underworld, I can read into a demon's mind if I choose to and when. One of the many perks. But you have a lot of work before you Asmodeus."
"Yes, my Lord." Asmodeus said. His body was cold, and his legs ached, but he did not dare move. He was not dismissed. Mira placed a hand onto Vergil's shoulder, her eyes showing concern. Vergil smiled and kissed her hand.
"Starting tomorrow, your apprenticeship begins. I believe there is a spare room here, is that right my love?"
"Yes, upstairs to the right, second door. It was another guest room. At times I offered that room for clients who needed sanctuary." Vergil nodded in approval before turning to Asmodeus again.
"Then, with my lady's permission, is where you will stay. You will tend to the missions that are set for you and as I stated before you are to report to me only. Any earnings you gain, are yours. You will need an income and we are not cruel in that sense."
"He has my permission, but he will need to be watched and he is to stay away from my Devil Arms…."
"My love, they're not here, neither are your files." Vergil said. "Look around you my dear Lady." Mira looked around and blinked. Although the building was indeed hers, it did not have the 'feel' of her. Even Nero felt that the office was different.
"Where….?" She asked and Vergil smiled.
"I'll show you when we return home." He said as he steepled his hands and chuckled. "This here, is just an extension. Originally, I had planned for the ladies to stay here as well as Nero's weapon's artisan friend. I'm sure she would appreciate having a room of her own."
"Father you mean it?"
"Of course," Vergil said. "Brash as she is, Ms. Goldstein has potential and will go far with her work. I even commissioned and oversaw to a weapons lab for her. She can set up base there." Mira smiled and hugged him.
"Don't get too soft on me."
"Never dreamt of doing so my love, don't fear."
"With that in mind, and with my Lady's permission, you will remain here. When you have proven yourself, will we speak again. How long would that be would depend solely on you. You are dismissed once we leave."
"Thank you, my Lord." Asmodeus said gratefully. His body was in agony. Mira and Nero nodded and walked through the portal. Vergil nodded as well. Asmodeus stood up as soon as the portal closed behind them and began on the path of redemption.
Will he succeed or will he fall?