I couldn't help but smile. The blonde will be a really easy target. My only problem was Aqua. She won't let me anywhere near Ven at this rate. I guess its time for a little demon persuasion. They came out to pick flowers for some dinner. Really? I wasn't the most macho guy alive, but picking flowers was not on my to do list. "Hey, there a nice purple one over there." I lied. Aqua went to go investigate and I took my chance to catch Ven alone. "Look..." I started as I put my hand on his shoulder, "Like I said, I'm new to this whole thing and I was sent to Hell on a technicality. Your friend doesn't seem to like me at all so are you at least willing to help me?" Ven bit his lip in thought, "I don't know..."
"Come on. I'm lost. The others won't help me. You wouldn't want me to end up in a torture chamber, would you?"
"Well no..."
"Then meet me here tomorrow. Make sure you're alone" Ven looked to Aqua nervously but nodded. The blue haired angel returned. "There's no purple one, just blue."
"Oh. Looked purple from here." I replied nonchalantly, "Listen I got to go." With another charming smile that made Ven blush, I made my way back to the place I was damned to. My next mission: find a bar. If there was ever a day I needed a drink, it was today. Lucky for me there was one on just about every corner.
A few eyes were on me when I walked in. I sat down and ordered a beer from a guy who looked as if he's seen better days. From there I mapped out my plan. I would charm my way into Ven's heart, corrupt his soul and collect whatever rewards were in store for me. I've been screwed over enough so as far as what happens to him is concerned, I don't really care. I'm tired of worrying about everyone else. That's what got me here in the first place!
I finished my drink and went back out to explore my new home. I could only assume one didn't sleep after they were dead. "Rest in peace, my ass" I grumbled. There was still a lot of time before I had to meet Ven. Lets see what demons do for fun. The main road consisted of nothing but bars and strip clubs. Go figure. Sighing, I ducked into one of the bars to shoot some pool. After a few rounds even that got old. Someone had told me demons can also be Punishers, but I don't feel that evil quite yet. Fuck it. I'll go back to the Gray Lands and try to sleep.
The grass felt nice as I laid down and looked up at the sky. There were few dark clouds but it was enough to relax me. To my surprise, I could swear I dozed off. If I did, it was a long while because the next thing I knew, cute little Blue Eyes was poking me. He was crouched over me, a stick in his hand which must have been the tool of choice for said poking. Yawning and stretching I got up and faced my target. "Hey there cutie." The blood rushed to his cheeks so fast I was half expecting him to pass out. "H-Hello" he replied, obviously nervous that he was here alone.
"Relax kid, I just want someone to talk to. Someone who won't threaten me and you seem like a nice guy. Well, nice looking at least. Let me take a good look at those wings." Ven turned his back too me. His wings were the brightest white I had ever seen. They complimented his skin nicely. I whistled and winked. "Very sexy."
He bit his lip shyly, looking over his shoulder at me. I didn't expect him to be this damn cute. "So cutie pie, how does this whole thing work?"
"Well, um. We're separated by Heaven and Hell, but you already knew that. Only demons can make contact with angels while in the Gray Lands. If an angel were to cross the boundaries, he or she only has 48 hours before their wings turn black and they are fallen."
Terra was making mental note of all this. "48 hours, huh? Tough break if you get lost. Considered corrupted just because you took a wrong turn."
"Oh no. You aren't considered corrupted, you're considered betrayed."
Well fuck me sideways...there went that plan. Even in death I couldn't slack off. I would have to do this the hard way. "I see" staring at the other I smiled, "So how did you die? If you don't mind me asking."
"I got sick when I was 10. Really sick. They had me on so many medications. A lot of needles and tests...then the radiation. I started getting better. But then one day my body just failed. I couldn't hold on anymore after six years of battling. I said goodbye to my parents and next thing I knew I was here. My hair had grown back and nothing hurt. I felt relieved."
I sighed. No wonder he made it to heaven. God owed him that much. "I'm sorry to hear that, but you're better now. I guess that's all that matters. "
"What about you?"
"You don't want to know."
"Sure I do"
"Hidden peanuts."
"Allergic?"
"Yeah."
"That sucks."
"I know, I was in the army so I ended up in Hell" Ven pouted for a moment and then threw his arms around me. Stunned, I was paralyzed in shock for a few seconds. "You poor thing" he started, "You don't deserve to be in that nasty place, you only did what you were told."
My arms found their way around him. I felt warm and fuzzy inside. Must be the whole warmth and light angels are said to have. He kissed my cheek and whispered, "I'll be your friend."
It was then that I realized why I belonged in Hell. A feeling I can barely explain came over me. His innocence was overwhelming. I wanted to take it, hold it and turn it black. I wanted to own this angel and make it so no one ever touched him again. I wanted to conquer his body and claim it. I felt a slight pain wash over me and I knew it was time to take my leave. I kissed his cheek, "Meet me here tomorrow again. We can make this a regular thing."
Ven nodded and smiled. His smile was so intoxicating I wanted to take his soul then and there but I kept my urges down. "Run along little angel, before someone misses you."
The blonde got up and waved, practically floating away. I turned and headed back home. On my way I passed a pond. I looked into it and my reflection was somewhat startling. My eyes were darker, ears had grown very subtly pointy. Fangs appeared in my mouth. Figuring it was the norm, I shrugged and moved along. My thoughts kept going back to Ven. The more I thought of him the eviler I felt. I couldn't wait to get my hands on him. Hey, if I was going to spend eternity here, I may as well enjoy it.