Lucifer came back in haste when Amenadiel told him about Michael. It didn't take long for him to straighten out everything and expose his older twin since his friends were smart enough to tell the difference. However, it didn't make the hurt any less.

Because no matter how he looks at it, he still left them behind — even if it was for a good cause — and that the only one he said goodbye to was Chloe. The last thing the Devil wanted to do was to hurt her — them — again.

Of course, Michael had to be punished. In an unusual turn of events, the Almighty had a hand in meting out the elder twin's retribution by making him guard the gates of Hell. All this in Lucifer's favor as he wouldn't have to come back immediately or he could choose not to return at all.

Yet again, that would be irresponsible. If he'd learned anything, it would be that everyone has a role to play. Casting Lucifer out to rule Hell may have started as punishment for his defiance, but the Almighty always had a plan. The Devil understood this now.

Michael may be forced to guard the gates, but that won't stop the demons from trying to escape.

They must have a King.

Lucifer clearly remembered what he said to Chloe that fateful night that sometimes he wished it weren't true. Then again, a reprieve from such duty was a breath of fresh air especially if it's sanctioned by God himself. The former consultant didn't like the idea of being a pawn again, but if this was the price he had to pay to see her even once, so be it.

Lucifer invited Chloe for a date, and she was a bit reluctant but agreed anyway, then took her to the beach, blindfolded, for a surprise of sorts. He was going to tell her he could stay for a while. What he didn't expect was that she had somewhat made up her mind to move on. Though who could blame her?

"I can't do this anymore, Lucifer," She started as she held on to that bullet pendant like she's holding on for dear life. "I'm so sorry." She continued and then unclasped the necklace, held it for a few more seconds before handing it over to him.

Lucifer stared at the priceless item on his palms before clutching it tightly. He closed his eyes and bowed his head to rein his emotions. But of course, said emotions had other plans. What else could he say? And would it change anything?

She had turned to leave then having received no response, and once again, all he could do was watch her retreating. But he had to do something at least. Say what he felt, or what have you, so before he could doubt himself again, he ran up to Chloe and hugged her from behind.

The ex-consultant bent down slightly so that he could rest his head on her shoulder before whispering, "I understand. Please be happy. For whatever it's worth, I love you. I will always love you."

It was at that moment he decided this would be the last time he would hurt his precious Detective. Because she deserved better. He had to let her go.

His voice broke at the words, but he had to say them even though he had no right. Though him leaving for Hell was for a very good cause, he still chose to set off and broke the Detective's heart in the process.

So, Lucifer, after lingering for one more second, let go of his hold and flies away without looking back, leaving a sobbing Chloe in his wake.

I try not to think but I can't stop
And doubt sets in like a storm
I could feel it coming
And words echo out yesterday
Time pushed me to the edge
The jump was my decision
I've only got myself to blame
'Cause I have no right to love you
When I chose to walk away
I have no right to miss you
When I didn't wanna stay
And I have no right to need you
And I knew what my heart was gonna lose
I have no right to love you
But I do, I still do

-Rhys Lewis

Author's Note: This is for RingsLux from Twitter. T_T
Will now cry in the corner. T_T