Title: Mercy
Prompt: Popcorn Chains (22/25)
Character(s): Helene, Saetan SaDiablo
Word Count: 142
If I've said I have a favorite, I've lied. This is it.
Helene burst into Saetan's study. Nothing, it seemed, was sacred anymore.
He pulled his glasses from his face and fixed her with a look. Helene was unperturbed. "Your grandson," she said, putting a distinct emphasis on your, "is running through my Hall. Naked. With chains of popcorn he stole." She paused just long enough. "From Mrs. Beale."
Saetan's fingers curled around the edge of his desk. "May the Darkness be merciful."
She glared. "I'd say my prayers to Mrs. Beale, High Lord. With all due respect." She slammed the door to his study, and Saetan weighed his options. It was safer in his office. Until Mrs. Beale came in. Demanding an explanation.
"Mother Night."
Rubbing his eyes, he stood and went to the door. Opened it.
"Granpapa!" A naked Eyrien boy, a chain of popcorn in hand, launched himself at Saetan's chest.