A/N: Hello. Chapter 2 and maybe you're already bored. But that doesn't explain why you're here, reading this passage. :) I really am sorry, but I need to build a base for myself so I can complete this story. Give me a few more chapters and true drama shall begin. Thank you very much for reading. And before I probably lose readers, I did have one of the genres Romance for a reason. This is mostly intended to be a BL novel, however not as severe. It's still safe to read! Don't run away please QuQ.
Veigas thanked me! For a moment I thought it would've been a challenge to get it out of him. But it came out fluently. To my surprise, I smile at him. His guard is let down and his feelings show very little. But it's an improvement. The demon turns away and pouts, flustered by my gesture of praise. He does have a tiny heart inside that thick shell of a sadist. This suddenly gives me a breeze of relief. All my pain seemed to have vanished after sleeping through this eventful evening. But at the moment I wouldn't continue to probe the demon's thought process without checking my health. This land is familiar to me, there's a base nearby.
"Let's get out of here. Head East and there's a small military station. They have a medical team there so we can get fixed up," I offer my indirect ticket to freedom. If we enter the station the soldiers are bound to interrogate Veigas for why I'm with him. They'll inform the Grand Chase in a matter of minutes. "It's not far from here,"
"Who asked you to make suggestions to where we're going? Silence before your blood floods this forest," Veigas retorts. He returns to his scornful state of mind. Deus glides in front of him, as if telling him to stop and quiet down.
"The Asmodian returned. Don't speak anymore Veigas."
"Damn you!"
Dio returns with his two butlers, Alfred and Sebastian. They all carry medical supplies. Well that ruins my plans. Again.
"Consider this a truce. For both Seighart and Veigas." Alfred, the favored butler, announces as he sets up a table and places the box of supplies on its surface. The moment the table's up, Sebastian stumbles down and drops his box with brutal force, breaking the table along with the box. Supplies litter the charred forest floor.
"Wait, is that even possible? What the hell!" I say, astounded by the rapid turn of events.
"You can't live a single day without ruining something can't you? Why didn't you stay in Elyos?!" Dio scolds the miniature servant, causing it to whimper and bow down in embarrassment.
"I-I'm sorry Master Dio!"
"Don't call me Master. It sounds bitter from you. Alfred, make sure to retreive the supplies and inspect them for any flaws. They will still be used if they're in mint condition," Dio walks toward Veigas and me, abandoning his servants to do their chores. I look over at Veigas, knowing that the small demon tensed up as Dio made his way to us. His face signifies embarrassment, being treated by his enemies.
"Veigas," I whisper, looking back and forth as the distance between the three of us closes. "Veigas!" He quickly looks my way, head tilting.
"What do you want, fool! My name must never ring out of that hole of yours am I clear?"
"Are you scared?" my question triggers his behavior to spin out of control. The boy clenches his fists and shudders furiously.
"What kind of question is that you puny parasite?! Don't look at me! Don't talk to me! Don't ask questions you already know the answer to!"
"You're scared alright.."
"Seighart, shut it. Provoking him will only bring death to both of you. I wouldn't mind spectating a short bloody fight." Dio interrupts as he stops in front of Veigas. The smaller demon gives Dio an unusual glare. Frightened, yet bold. The two share perspectives, rising questions in my head. The two come from Elyos, a world full of demons. On top of that they're both of the same race, Asmodian. Is there a chance they know eachother? No, because Veigas challenged him, not knowing they came from the same field. Curiosity is getting the best of me every time Veigas does something stupid or out of fright. He doesn't want everyone to know what goes on in his head, but his large, dialated eyes show wonders. Dio smiles and walks away, leaving a mesmerized Veigas to contemplate. I had no clue what happened, but it's bound to show up again. I remain quiet, sighing as the butlers get to work and tend to our wounds. Alfred took care of Veigas, knowing that he wouldn't have Sebastian near a little psychotic animal. Sebastian tries to heal me, but opens new cuts and bruises. I didn't want to ruin the servant's life anymore, so he just kept apologizing while I held the pain in. After a while I'm stuck as an animated mummy. Unable to move my cactus like hands, I try to talk, but it's muffled by the gauze. Alfred removes the entire excess of gauze and finishes Sebastian's sloppy work. It's too quiet for me, so I try to create a conversation.
"Dio, where did you run off to before this?" It's another question that's bothering me. "Why did you come back?"
He chuckles and nods his head, hot pink hair swishing along with the gesture. "I took a walk, summoned my butlers, and found these supplies. Don't ask where. Figured since you were involved, I might as well help you as an apology for you know what." I became confused. Just why would Dio ever apologize for things he does on purpose.
"Since when did you have a change of heart? Is this all an Asmodian thing? A magic switch flipping on and off whenever you kill people?"
"We have brains too, Seighart. We think differently than humans, that's all." Dio answers, making me question even more. All I see from them is human interaction. They're just like us, but with overly exaggerated powers. How would they think differently from us? I doubt it's even possible. But Veigas talks again, a concerned expression flooding his cleaned face.
"Why would you speak to a human like that?" a peculiar gaze is given to Dio.
"Because I know him. Anything wrong with a normal conversation? You don't have a place to say that if you constantly disrespect him with your ranting." Dio silences Veigas and chuckles softly. There's a rising tension between the three of us. It's another chance to get an indirect hold on Veigas.
"Well, how about we stop trying to stare at each other or kill each other and break the black ice that's potentially killing us all?" I take to consideration, hoping they would agree with me. The demons glance at each other and back at me.
"After trying to kill you?" both insist in unison. I nod despite of their intention of being uncooperative.
"I don't need 'Friends', human. Make haste and shut up. Dio, leave this instance. I will take my leave soon, and Seighart's coming with," he completely ignores my request. He's still the big block head as usual. Dio stands firmly in place, indirectly indicating 'Hah, nice try but I'm staying.' It angers Veigas, and his nose flares up. "The more you two exist, the more I despise you all." He finally gives in and fixes his gaze at the floor. Dio smiles and looks at me, nodding his head. I have both of their attention now.
I take a deep breath and create a list of questions inside my head. I should ask them about food, or procrastination. Then again those are easy answers upon my side. What could I ask demons about? "Umm.. What do you guys like to do in your free time?" It couldn't get any worse.
"That question is completely invalid Seighart. There's no such thing as spare time for me." Dio answers, laughing at me. The butlers join in but faintly laugh. He looks at Veigas and opens his mouth to speak. "What about you, destroy crap as a hobby?" We both look at the now quiet demon, and he remains silent. It's pretty disappointing, I'm not able to break the black ice spitting out fumes. Deus rises and suddenly speaks for him.
"Veigas wanders around, leaving remains of the places he travels to. He always has spare time. However, he doesn't find it useful." With that Dio and I take advantage of the cube and talk to it.
I never realized I fell asleep a while back. It' still night time, mostly early morning, and I open my eyes. I'm on the floor, some feet away from a warm campfire. "How did this happen.." I drowsily sit up and look around. Only Deus was on the ground next to me, shut off probably. I hear slight commotion coming from the right side of the camp site. I look and spot two dark figures in the distance. I can't help myself, if there's a mystery at hand, stop everything and investigate. It often leads to interesting discoveries, and better yet time off of the real story. I crawl towards them, stealth being key. I quickly hide into some bushes which were much closer to them. It's Dio and Veigas. Dio's back's turned toward me, but I can see Veigas's face clearly.
"You're little, annoying, and you piss me off," Dio's voice rings lowly. "But it doesn't stop me from asking why you want to destroy everything. Aren't you.. A little too cute for that?" Mockery can be heard from the quest- Wait what? I tilt my head in utter confusion.
"These filthy creatures who live here in Aernas.. They killed my tribe. I will not forgive them until each one of them suffers greatly." he completely ignores the last question and growls. The taller demon chuckles and takes a step forward, Veigas taking a step back in response. I still don't get it, what did Dio just say? But my question is answered, in a sort of awkward action way. Dio leans over to Veigas and pulls him a bit close, landing a kiss on the small demons cheek. Veigas jerked backwards and yelps, cheeks flushed red. My jaw drops and my eyes twitch. Dio.. Kissed him? A guy?
"Look now Veigas, you listen to me from now on, and I'll help you destroy Aernas. There's a special way to make sure everyone suffers, just like how you want it." He's not phased about kissing him.. Poor Veigas couldn't talk as smoke would've poured out of his ears. He's completely embarrassed, teased, and flustered. It's pretty, interesting, on how such a powerful opponent could have such a childish personality.
"N-Never! Don't beckon me like a tiny brat. Don't treat me like a child! I'll kill you right here and n-!" He's interrupted by Dio once more. His back leans forward again. I'm unable to see clearly what happened, but I have a good damn clue. Veigas pulls back and coughs, wiping his mouth constantly. He's extremely frustrated now.
What the hell is Dio doing?! He kissed Veigas, twice? On top of that, on the mouth?! I never knew Dio swayed that way... Which just adds to Seigharts Magical Book of Questions. Is it the first time I've seen someone who liked guys?! I'm constantly smacked with my own questionaire, unaware that Veigas ran off crying. Woah wait! I look at Dio from the bushes and he stands firm, smiling. No... He doesn't like guys.. It seems like it was on purpose. To scare Veigas off? My gut tells me to return to the campsite before anyone knows I'm missing, and I try to crawl away, only to be lifted up from the bushes. Dio caught me red handed. "H-Hey! Nice weather this morning right?" I nervously stutter, smiling widely. Dio just laughed and made me stand.
"He's gone now, so you can return to the Grand Chase." Of course he doesn't dig guys. He just did it to help me.
"Gee, thanks Dio!" I laugh. Questions set aside, I'm finally free. Or so I thought. The wind suddenly warps and cries out loud, shaking trees back and forth. We both look forward and see Veigas carrying Deus. He just went back to the campsite to retrieve it. There's a new atmosphere around Veigas, or better said an extremely familiar one. He's enraged and ready to fight once more.
"You're going to regret doing that to me! You're going to DIE!" he cries out, tears pouring out of his golden eyes. Looking at him made me realize something new. He's not angry, he's not embarrassed at all.
He's scared.