Chapter 04 - Extra Chapter [Homare POV]
I prepared for the battle with Yukio. I was her superior so I explained a few things to him before going. Then, following Lucifer, we started to walk towards the Real Cross Academy.
Our army was behind us. More than a thousand people, almost everyone humans, were there. It was really amazing. Yukio looked around very surprised, but I was already used to it.
We arrived to the Academy. When we were there, some teachers and exorcists were already there. I recognized Shura, the Paladin, Rin Okumura and his friends and more people.
Lucifer was behind us, his bodyguards, and the army was right behind him, letting him completely protected.
''So you really came here.'', Rin said.
''Of course. We told you so.'', I answered him.
Without more talk, Shima and Yukio advanced and started fighting before, following the rules. After this, a half of the army joined the battle too. Our enemies had great abilities, but they were nothing to us. The only one that could give us problems was Rin, but I was sure we could handle him easily.
I, some other bodyguards and Lucifer waited a little far away with the other half of our soldiers.
''Commander, why did you want to destroy this place so suddenly?''
''Why do you ask, Homare?''
''Sorry if I'm being rude, it was only curiosity.''
''It's alright. I thought it was better to get rid of the Real Cross Academy as soon as possible. If not, they would give us a headache in the future.''
''Yes, I agree with that.''
Lucifer looked quietly at the battle, specially Yukio. I only sighed at this. It was always like that. No matter how much I tried, he wouldn't look at me.
It all started a few years ago. I was lost and alone. I had no purpose in my life. Then, he camed and rescued me. Lucifer told me: ''Do you want to join me?'', and I took his hand doubtfully. From that moment, I sweared to myself I would protect him no matter what. But… I didn't expect it end up like this. With me bearing those feelings. My love for Lucifer.
I knew he liked someone else, and I knew from the start he wasn't specially interested on me. Still, the truth hurt, but even so, I needed to stay strong. I had to protect him, my promise wouldn't be broken. Plus, I prayed for his happiness more than anything in this world, and I knew he was glad with Yukio, so I was too.
It was only a matter of time until those feelings disappear. And when the moment came, I could finally support him with all my might.
The battle continued, and we didn't even need the other soldiers. Almost everyone in the enemy's side was defeated, excepting Rin, Shura and Arthur. As I could expect.
Still, there was many casualties in our side, too, but there were all worthless soldiers. They were dead because they were weak. In a war, that wasn't allowed. Then, Lucifer ordered our second army to advance. This didn't include me, but I did give orders to Yukio since he was under my command.
''I wonder if we should retreat.'', Lucifer whispered.
''Huh? Why do you say something like that? We're winning.''
''I know, but… I'm not feeling well.''
Lucifer fainted instantly, and I hold him between my arms, worried.
''Commander!''
The battle continued, and I wasn't sure about letting it go further or stop it. But I had to follow Lucifer's will, so I ordered everyone to retreat. Once we arrived to our base, Lucifer was transported to his room, and he rested alone. When Yukio came, he talked to me with a very anxious look on his face.
''Where is Lucifer?''
''He is in room right now. You should visit him. He's in a pretty bad shape…''
''Okay, thanks.''
Yukio left towards his room and I just stared there, alone. I wanted to visit Lucifer too, but I decided to leave it be by the moment.
So I started handling some documents for Lucifer while he rested. My work was very important in the Illuminati since I was one of the most top levels.
I spent some hours working like that; nothing very difficult for me. But then, I found a file I never read before. It was about the humans that could contain Satan and be possessed by him. Obviously, the main human shown in the files was Shiro Fujimoto, but he was dead. What I didn't expect was to find out the second candidate was… Yukio Okumura.
I opened my eyes wide, unable to believe it. I couldn't ignore this. I needed to
warn Lucifer about it. I didn't want to hurt him, but it was even worse to keep the truth hidden. This was very important for the Illuminati, not only for him. Maybe we could revive Satan with this.
I stood up because I didn't want to wait a single second and I walked towards Lucifer's room. After knocking the door, I entered, seeing Yukio and Lucifer talking.
''Commander… Can I talk to you for a second?''
Lucifer nodded and Yukio left us alone. I sat in a chair and sighed, preparing myself for what I was going to say.
''I was reading some documents when I found this.''
I passed him the papers, and he read them in silence. When he saw the name of his boyfriend there, he only closed his eyes.
''I already knew this… I read this before.''
''Is this okay? Shouldn't we do something about it?''
''I can't. Even if I want, it's impossible for me.''
''B-but, Commander…''
Lucifer looked at me very serious, and I understood it was very difficult for him to say things like that. He had a great responsibility as Commander, but before that, his feelings mattered more than anything. Yukio was the most important thing for him… right? More than his goal? More than his purpose as demon? I couldn't help but feel a little annoyed about it. Why was I working and risking my life for, then? And not just me, but all the Illuminati members. We lost many things in order to stand here. Then, was it really okay if our leader didn't accomplish his duties only for love? Just for a stupid reason like that… It just didn't feel okay. I truly wanted to give my entire support to Lucifer, but with that attitude of him… it was impossible.
It took me some days to make a decision. I didn't want to be disrespectful with my Commander, but I couldn't agree with what was going on. That's why I simply left my Illuminati uniform in my room and setted off. My job in the Illuminati was over. Of course, this wasn't an easy decision for me, specially because I was leaving Lucifer. I esteemed him more than anyone else, but my own life was even more important, and things were going pretty bad in my opinion. Definitely, Yukio's presence was no good. I had to do something to make Lucifer understand my acts and thoughts, but what?
In my way home, I saw Shima. I knew he was going to complain about me leaving them, but I couldn't bring myself to care. He moved closer while I continued walking as if I didn't see him. I wasn't in the mood to have a talk, specially not with him. I think no one in the organization standed Shima.
''So you abandon Lucifer just because he likes Okumura, right?'', he said in a mocking tone.
I sighed, I really didn't want to hear his words, not now nor ever.
''You're wrong. I'm just trying to show him the truth.''
''Which truth? Your love for the Commander? Don't be silly.''
Shima crossed his arms and I just stayed silent. He was wrong. As always.
''Okay, if you aren't going to say a thing, I'll get going. But don't forget… you can't leave the Illuminati so easily.''
I didn't answer and when I heard his footsteps becoming distant, I started walking once more.
Maybe he was right about it and I had no right to leave them like that, but it wasn't because of my feelings for Lucifer, but because I doubted his ways to do things.