Ella smiled and flopped down on Michael's chest; her body singing with joy in the afterglow.

Michael opened his eyes and ran one hand up her back to hold her. "That was the best thing I've ever experienced."

She smirked at him, "Well, it was pretty good for me too. Considering you were a virgin and all…"

He gave her a worried frown, "I didn't please you?"

She quickly shook her head, "Oh Michael, I was teasing you. Yes. You pleased me more than I've ever been pleased before. In fact, I don't think anyone will ever be able to please me as much as you." She was wiggled her toes and laughed. "I still can't feel my legs."

His happy grin nearly blinded her. "That's what I wanted to hear. Now, I've got to check on Lucifer. Do you want to go with me?"

"Yes. Maybe I can spend some time with Chloe." She jumped up to get dressed, "By the way, I talked with Azrael. Did you know I'm a miracle?"

Michael looked at her in surprise, "No." He put on his pants as he thought about it. "Lucifer told me that Chloe is a miracle." He shook his head and smiled, "Dad is definitely tinkering again. I wonder what it all means?"

"Huh. Now I really want to spend some time with Chloe. We can compare notes after this current situation is fixed. Maybe start a club…" She snickered, "Miracle Women of LA."

"That sounds terrifying."

"How can you be terrified of two women, when you fight demons and run Hell for your brother? Who, by the way, got a really raw deal from your Dad."

Michael shook his head, smiling, "I'm glad you think so. Lucifer needs some people in his corner."

Ella squeezed his hand as they headed for Lux.

The penthouse was crowded when they arrived. Ella nodded to her friends, Linda and Chloe. She smiled stiffly at Maze, wondering if demons had wings. She cautiously gave Lucifer a 'thumbs up' and watched Amenadiel curiously. Everything seemed so different now that she knew the truth. She wondered if Lucifer's and Amenadiel's wings looked the same as Michael's. She wondered if Lucifer would tell her about the early history of earth. She wondered if her brothers would end up in Hell… She forced herself to stop thinking about it as she sat down. Michael leaned his hip against her chair.

Lucifer commanded everyone's attention, "Now that we are all finally here…" He gave Michael an angry look. "I want everyone to think. Have any of you noticed anything strange, other than the incidents that Trixie and Chloe have gone through?"

Amenadiel grimaced, "No. Since Michael decided to take over Hell, I've been focused on the Silver City." He looked at Lucifer, Linda, and finally Maze, meeting their eyes quickly, "I'm sorry I haven't been around much."

Linda shot a glance at Maze before she answered softly, "Well, you're here now."

Maze tossed her hair and angled her chin up. She ignored Amenadiel's apology to focus on the current problem, "As far as I can tell, none of you has anything solid to move on. Hell's a mess, which we already knew. Chloe and Trixie are in danger." She put her hands on her hips and smirked at Chloe, "Better get used to it, because as long as you're with Lucifer, there will be danger."

Amenadiel, inhaled sharply and reprimanded her, "Maze!"

The demon just shrugged, "What? She's smart. She already knows that."

Lucifer cut her off, "Fine lot of good this meeting is doing!" He pinned Michael with a sharp look, "Could I speak to you for a moment?"

Michael followed his brother onto the patio. Feeling judged, he rushed to explain, "I still don't know who the traitor is. I've cleared two of the counsel, so hopefully I'll have an answer soon."

Lucifer stared at him, eyes swirling with anger, "You've only spoken with two of them? What have you been doing? And why are you spending time with Ms. Lopez?"

"I don't answer to you, brother." Michael's stress, confusion, and guilt made him lash out, "I'm doing what I can." He brought one foot up to his hand and yanked off Lucifer's red-soled loafer, then he switched feet and yanked off the other loafer. "I will finish what I started." He tossed the shoes onto the terrace floor, "but I can't replace you as the King of Hell."

Lucifer glanced at his discarded loafers and then at Michael's bare feet. He was sure there was a joke in there somewhere about shoes that were too big to fill, but he was too upset to even try for a quip. He gripped the balcony rail tightly and forced himself to control his anger. "I shouldn't have to tell you what this means to me. It's Chloe." He stared out at the City, trying to distance himself from the emotion. "You are the one that finally got us together. If I lose her…"

Michael looked into his brother's eyes. He saw everything; the love, the fear, and the pain. Shame at his selfish actions made him drop his eyes. "I'm sorry. You are right. I'll leave immediately. I just need to speak with Ella for a moment first."

The two men walked back into the penthouse.

Ella stood and went to Michael. "What's happening?"

He stood very straight, his eyes shuttered, "I need to leave right away. It was wrong of me to come to you when everything is unsettled. I don't know how long I'll be gone, but this is important."

She cocked her head, feeling the distance he put between them and noting the regret in his eyes. It stung that he considered their lovemaking to be a mistake. "Yeah, right. I wouldn't want to get in the way of something important."

He frowned at her, not sure how to explain. "Ella…"

She turned to walk away from him, "No. I get it. You go do whatever it is that angels do." She turned again to grab him with both arms, "Here's a hug. Just be safe."

She left him alone on the patio. He stared after her. The hug felt impersonal - one she might bestow on anyone. She was upset with him. Indecision and want flashed across his face, but then he thought of Lucifer again. Resigned, he manifested his wings and left in a swoosh of air.

Ella stiffly walked back to where Chloe sat on the couch. She flopped down next to her friend and leaned her head against her shoulder. "Well, this day officially sucks."

Chloe gave her a hug, while she listened to Lucifer and Amenadiel.

Amenadiel shook his head, "No, Luci it can't be Gabriel. He's busy keeping order at home."

Lucifer frowned unhappily, "Well, we agree that it has to be one of our brothers. Someone here in the city, attempting to hurt Chloe and Trixie."

"Yes, but the only ones not accounted for are Kassion and Aruniel. Kassion always brings terrible storms when he visits, so it isn't him."

"And Aruniel's power is to bring out the sadness of a soul. It was meant as a way to cleanse past hurts from those newly arriving in Heaven, but it could be used as a weapon." Lucifer gripped his brothers arm, "It has to be him. Chloe has had several bouts of sadness lately, but I thought it was because of me. He must have been watching her and affecting her mood."

Amenadiel looked worried, "Maybe we should do a fast check around the city to see if we can find him."

Lucifer nodded in agreement, "Right. Let's do it." He walked toward the women, "Ladies, Amenadiel and I need to check on something. Linda, Ms Lopez, do you need a ride?"

Linda stood, "No I have my car. Please just call me if I can do anything."

Ella also stood up. "I'm fine. I think I'll go downstairs for a while."

Lucifer nodded, then turned to his demon, "Maze will you stay close please?"

She crossed her arms, "Fine. I'll check the books and order some liquor for Lux. But only because I don't want to be bored while I babysit. I'll be in the office."

Chloe moved to Lucifer's side, "What are you up to? Can I help?"

He looked down into her eyes, "We're going to make a sweep of the area to see if one of our siblings is around. You can help by staying here, where I know you are safe. And if you suddenly feel overwhelmingly sad, pray to me immediately."

She leaned up to kiss his jaw, "Okay. I'll go downstairs and keep Ella company."

"Wonderful." He strode past his brother, "Chop, chop, Amenadiel. Let's get this done."

The two brothers disappeared as everyone else took the elevator downstairs.