This was requested by Zoe on AO3 and I thought why not! There really isn't fanfiction of them and the fanart I did find is rather adorable! I won't lie it was a challenge but I love a good challenge!
I haven't really done much of anything to pair Vaggie with anyone. I am aware Vaggie is lesbian so no need to come at me for it. I took that into consideration when I wrote this.
I also learned Sir Pentious was actually older than Alastor and I didn't want to copy Alastor's mannerisms too much but Sir Pentious seems like the type to use first names more than pet names.
I hope ya like it!
Vaggie sighed as they all walked away from the giant hole outside of the Happy Hotel. She really hated the idea of Alastor being at the hotel but he really just proved his usefulness right off the bat. At least he didn't kill the guy- he probably held back for Charlie's sake since she didn't like that kind of thing. That just bother Vaggie more.
She rubbed her temples as she stepped into the hotel and shut the door. She watched as Charlie squealed in excitement as the Radio Demon waved his clawed hands around as he talked away. It was really painful to watch in all honesty.
She had been crushing on the demon princess for the last few years now (or more) while they developed her redemption plans. Charlie had been there through her most painful break ups and was always the person she could complain too but now…. She had resigned herself to just being the 'best friend' and Angel Dust had figured it out two days after they pulled his disgusting ass off the street.
At least he promised to shut his face because she did threaten his life but he did offer advice here and there.
It seemed all Alastor had to do was sing and dance leaving Charlie hooked on his charm just like that. Barely knew her ten damn minutes.
Ugh.
Angel Dust shot her a sympathetic looks her way when he wasn't making goo goo eyes at Husk the cat demon/bartender. She cringed- his taste in men was atrocious. The cat demon didn't even like him and continued to growl at him to fuck off.
Vaggie did her best to ignore the jealousy bubbling up inside her as Charlie, Alastor and her headed up to their shared office to discuss plans. He listened intently, staring at her like she was everything in that moment and it was enough to make her want to puke.
She didn't trust him. ONLY because of the whole killing and eating of other demons. He would at some point try to drag the princess into a deal. It just bothered her so much- all their hard work would be down the drain. Probably with their bodies scattered on the ground in pieces.
Devious bastard.
She did her best to contribute when she was talked to but she couldn't ignore the smug ass looks the Radio Demon shot her. Vaggie wanted to reach over and stab his face repeatedly. That sounded like a swell idea.
After their two hour meeting, it was late and Vaggie wasn't even in the mood to eat dinner with anyone else. She slammed the door to her room and marched over to her window. She opened it, wanting the fresh breeze that would come through when she saw the snake guy still in that giant ass hole of broken machinery.
Charlie's probably too busy with that jerk up her ass. I wonder if I should ask him to come in. I highly doubt he would do anything stupid with that douchebag here.
Vaggie pulled up her skirt and placed a few weapons on her garter belt before going back down stairs. She went through the lobby- thankfully everyone seemed to be too busy to be in the lobby. She went outside and closed the front door before she stopped in her tracks. She turned around and stared at it.
That asshole fixed the door….
She groaned internally and whipped back around before heading for the giant hole in the ground.
Those tiny egg men were running around, well- whatever ones that weren't cracked. The snake guy had his head on the edge of the hole, looking rather devastated.
Their whole thing was they accepted everybody right? That's why the princess allowed Alastor in. Vaggie could just offer him the hotel for a night. Alastor did do a number on the guy. It was an impressive sight unfortunately.
Vaggie got closer and all the egg things stopped running around just to stare at her. She arched an eyebrow at them as she approached before stopping a few feet away from him. He looked up at her with a heartbroken and bored look- she actually felt some pity for him.
"Hey."
He rolled his eyes and looked away, uninterested. His hat on the other hand looked a little grateful? It was hard to tell it was just an eye but still.
"You wanna come out of that hole?"
"What does it matter to you, hm?"
Maybe this was a mistake, she thought rubbing her temples.
"We're running a redemption hotel. It would be an asshole move to leave you out here when you're obviously hurt and weak. Also, it makes me feel a little bad so I came out here to bring you inside for the night."
His red eyes widened slightly when he glanced back at her.
"What?" he asked like he didn't hear her right.
Vaggie looked away from the weird expression on his face. It made her feel a little weird with how touched he looked. She rubbed the back of her neck, trying to clear away some of the discomfort.
"So, do you wanna come inside or not?"
"What's your name milady? I am Sir Pentious."
He held up a hand and Vaggie shook it awkwardly.
"Vagatha but I go by Vaggie."
"What a wonderful name!" he said with a toothy grin.
She arched an eyebrow, "Thanks?"
He still didn't let go of her hand.
"Do you want help out or something?"
"Oh, yes! Of course!" Sir Pentious said with a grin looking a little flustered, "I would love some assistance!"
Vaggie shook her head and held out her other hand. She started pulling him up when she felt something touch her legs, almost making her jump. She looked behind her to see the egg things helping her pull up their boss. She almost snorted at the sight but returned her attention to Sir Pentious and helped him up and out of the crater.
He let go of her hands and started brushing off the dust and debris off his suit. He straightened himself up towering over her by two feet almost.
"Thank you for your help, milady! It was very honorable of you to do so but you shouldn't strain yourself!"
Vaggie coughed to cover up the snort that almost slipped out.
"You know, I could've killed you. I'm not that fragile."
He placed his hands behind his back, "Of course!"
She arched an eyebrow but it didn't seem like he was mocking her. That was good- she hated sexists assholes.
"Alright, anyways… Do you want to stay here for the night?"
"I do not. No offense to you and your kind offer but I do not want to be in there with that striped freak and Alastor."
"I guess I can't blame you there."
"I shall stay here until I recover though. Would that be a problem?" Sir Pentious asked.
"No problem at all. It's still part of the hotel's property so have at it. If you need anything, don't be afraid to knock. Charlie usually stays up late so she'll hear you."
"Who is Charlie?"
"The princess. The blonde who was out here when you blew the hotel doors off."
Vaggie had no idea how, but the snake managed to blush through that black skin of his. That was amusing.
"Yes, well… I apologize."
"Thanks? Anyway, I'm going back in. I'll come check on you in the morning. Though it would be easier if you had a phone. You got a phone number just in case?" she asked, watching the egg things at her feet.
They watched her curiously but no one said anything. It was a little weird with all of them including Sir Pentious just staring.
"I do not own such a thing. I do not like newer technology."
"Uh huh… Alright… Well… Night."
"Um, Miss Vaggie."
She turned to the side to see an odd look on his face that looked similarly close to fondness- maybe she was just seeing things. He reached out with a hand, just under her chin. She didn't really interact with a lot of other demons but this one certainly was a little weird.
"Yea?"
"M-may I?"
Does he want permission to touch me? Is that a snake thing or a demon thing I'm unaware of?
"Sure, I guess."
He brightened up and blushed again before stroking her chin with two fingers very gently. His eyes seemed to sparkle just a little before he pulled back.
"Thank you for that! Good night!"
Vaggie went back to the hotel, opened the door and looked back at Sir Pentious. He gave her a small wave and she returned it before shutting the door thinking to herself.
What in the hell?
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The next morning, Vaggie was woken up by Charlie knocking on her door. She felt like she didn't sleep enough.
"What?" she called out with a loud groan and rolled over in bed.
She wasn't ready for the bullshit that would come today.
"You wanna come have breakfast?"
The moth demon sat up and stretched.
"I'll come grab something in a little bit."
"Ok!"
She listened to Charlie's footsteps fade off down the hallway. She got out of bed and headed for her window and opened the curtains to see one of those egg things in her window with a smile. She screeched out profanities for a whole minute straight and the thing just waved to her excitedly.
"The fuck are you doing?!"
"Mr. Bossman asked if you would like to join him for tea!"
"W-what?"
"Tea! He had us get tea!"
Vaggie blinked a few times.
"Fine, I'll be down soon."
"Um, can you help me down Miss?"
Vaggie gave him an exasperated look before groaning.
"Fine!"
She pulled him out of the window and slammed it shut. Ignoring the fact she was in a very short black nightgown, she marched to the elevator, carrying the egg henchman under her arm. She ignored the weird look Angel had given her when he passed by since he just got home to the hotel.
"Vaggie?"
The moth demon turned in time to see Charlie standing there with a cup of hot chocolate in her hand.
"I um… invited Sir Pentious to come in last night so he would be safe."
"Awww Vaggie! That's so nice of you! I guess no harm, no foul since Al fixed the door. But why do you have that in your arms?"
"Because…. I was invited for tea?"
Charlie blinked a few times, "Ok?"
Doesn't make any damn sense but I'm not even going to question it.
She stomped her way towards the giant hole in the front yard. For one- it wasn't every morning she had a talking egg in her window and two- how in the hell did he make up there? Vaggie was on the third freaking floor!
Sir Pentious stood there, curled up slightly beside the hole with a soft grin on his face.
"Hello Miss Vaggie! Good morning!"
She placed the egg henchman down. Maybe she was seeing shit but he looked embarrassed.
"That is some bold attire for this morning."
Her gray cheeks turned pink, "Sorry but I got a rude awakening when I opened my curtain and I had that in my window."
She jabbed her finger at the egg thing she brought back.
"That is one of my Egg Bois."
She arched an eyebrow.
"Egg Bois?"
"Yes! I had assistance in creating them!"
"Alright, that's impressive?"
"Why thank you! Would you like to sit here? I have tea and biscuits!"
Vaggie sat down, dangling her legs into the hole. She glanced down to see all the broken pieces of metal and splattered egg everywhere.
"Here you go."
She glanced at Sir Pentious to see he was holding out a pink cup that looked similar in color to her bow.
"Thanks."
"Do you need milk or sugar?"
"Sugar."
He held out a plate of sugar cubes. So some odd reason she almost snorted at the sight. He looked so proud or something. She took three and dropped it into her cup. The two of them sat in silence drinking their tea while the Egg Bois stood behind watching.
She didn't really know what to say. She only did what she thought was right. That was the whole point of the hotel right?
"What do you have planned on this fine day?" he asked, placing his cup between them.
"Work. Paper work, things like that. What are you planning on doing?"
Vaggie glanced at him and noticed his hat's eye looked a little weird. She looked away quickly and took a sip of her tea.
"Well, once I get everything in order, take the pieces that can be salvaged and do what I need to do naturally. Once I leave, may I come visit you?"
She choked on the warm liquid.
"Are you ok?" he asked, rubbing her upper back gently.
"Y-yea just peachy! W-why?" she choked out.
"Why what?"
"Why would you want to visit me? Are you planning on trying the hotel out or something?"
The whole interaction with this snake demon had been rather baffling and she was doing her best not to lose her cool. She was mildly annoyed yea- but a little intrigued at the same time. He kept her on her toes that was for sure.
"I don't think so."
"Ah, because of Alastor and Angel Dust huh? Well, maybe it would be best to stay out of turf wars?" Vaggie said with a small smile.
"Would you like it if I stayed out of them?" Sir Pentious asked with a smile.
"For your own safety, yea?"
What a weird question.
"'I'll see what I can do. Though, Cherri Bomb has been trying to invade my territory."
Sir Pentious tapped his lips.
"Can I… have a biscuit?" she asked.
If I'm stuck here might as well eat. Shit, I didn't even bring my phone.
Vaggie sighed loudly. One of the Egg Bois popped over on her side holding up a plate filled with biscuits.
"Thanks."
She took one off the plate and started eating it. Then it dawned on her that his hand was still on her back.
"You wanna move that hand before I do it for you?" she snapped slightly.
The snake demon looked slightly panicked with his face red, "I apologize! Where are my manners!"
"Sorry, not fond of lingering touches."
"I'll keep that in mind."
Her head snapped to the side.
WHAT
What does that mean?!
As unflattering as it was, she ate that biscuit as fast as she could and drained her cup quickly.
"I-I gotta go!"
"Already?" he asked, looking surprised.
"Yea."
His hat looked a little hurt. She did her best to ignore that. He placed down his cup and pushed himself up straighter before holding out his hands.
"Allow me to help you."
Sir Pentious held out his hands so Vaggie allowed him to help her up. Weirdly enough, he lingered, holding her hands for a few seconds before letting go.
"I guess I can check on you around lunch but no more Egg Bois in my window, alright?"
"Of course! Scaring a lady early in the morning like that is rude. I apologize!"
"Alright…. Um, bye."
"Miss Vaggie!"
She turned around to see him holding up his hand a little bit. She arched an eyebrow at him.
"May I?" he asked.
"Sure?"
Maybe she didn't find it all that weird since Charlie was extremely affectionate and hands on so she didn't really see the harm in it. So, he placed his hand under chin and stroked her skin softly. He pulled away after a few seconds and smiled.
"See you at lunch time milady."
"Yup… Bye."