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Chapter 18

Amaimon looked at Gabriel, his eyes empty. He was in shock, his face completely blank. He just stood there, feeling nothing, not thinking. He couldn't believe what was just said. He wondered briefly if Rin would die too and leave him alone?

Meanwhile, Rin fell to his knees, all powers leaving him like air from a balloon. Shiro caught his shoulders in a vice grip to keep him upright. The light he sent faded completely and he could see Satan standing there. He was like a statue, not moving at all, not even blinking. His flames stilled as well and it seemed so unreal. Fire never acted like this, it constantly swirled around but now... not even a slightest movement could be seen.

For a moment the world kept its breath. All was silent, even the battle outside seemed to pause.

Rin exhaled tiredly and finally broke the silence.

"Is he... dead? Did I kill him?" His voice was quiet and soft, like speaking was something he forgot how to do. Shiro eyed Satan again, trying to decide what was going on.

"I don't know. He doesn't move but if he died he wouldn't still be standing, right? Maybe you should... attack him again? Before he wakes up from whatever trance he's in?"

Rin groaned at the thought of standing up but did it anyway, leaning on his father for support. Suddenly, something tackled him to the ground. He heard Shiro's surprised shout and then the world exploded in blue. He screamed in agony. He was burning alive.

Gabriel leaned down to examine Mephisto but his blank eyes said the whole story. He was dead. His battered body still bled and he was losing warmth quickly. He felt panic surging in his veins. What should he do?

"Save him!" Amaimon suddenly broken out of his shock and grabbed the angel. He started to cry, tears steaming down his face. "Please! You are an archangel, aren't you?! You're the only one who can bring him back! Call his soul back here! Just do it! Aren't you his friend?"

"I... it's not that easy!" Gabriel run his fingers through his hair in frustration. "I will have to sacrifice a lot for him! I don't know if I'm ready for that!"

"Listen, you bastard." Amaimon snarled, grasping tightly the collar of his shirt. "I know what you did to him, how you rejected him even though you knew you were his mate! Do you have any idea how painful is that for a demon?! If he was weaker he would have destroyed half a city and then killed himself. But instead he let you back into his life, he became your friend! Save him now or I will kill you myself!" He was shouting, his wet eyes gleaming with hate. "If he didn't care for you so much I would have attacked you a long time ago! But he stopped me! Just save him, you fucker!" With that, he pushed him towards Mephisto and waited. His body was shaking.

Gabriel sighed, looking again at his fallen friend. Was this cunning demon worth the sacrifice? Did he want to commit himself to him? This crazy, mysterious and funny man, his friend... Another sigh escaped his lips.

"Do you know what his last words were?" All the fight left Amaimon now and he collapsed on his knees near the sofa. His voice was rejected, like he felt he lost the most important battle in his life. Maybe he did.

Gabriel shook his head but his eyes never left Mephisto's dead ones.

"He asked me to bring him to you. But he wasn't thinking about getting your help. No, he said that he wanted to see you again. Last time before he died. You really are a bastard..."

Those words shocked the angel into complete silence. Mephisto really cared about him and he only hurt him instead. He deserved an apology. Suddenly, he leaned down and placed his lips firmly on the cold mouth of the demon. Golden light filled the room.

Rin was in pain, his very soul screamed in agony. He was burning, it was so hot, he felt his skin catching fire. All he saw was blue, this electric blue that was his own but wasn't. He didn't know if he was screaming or begging or maybe he was already dead, just haven't realized it yet.

Shiro had to close his eyes tightly because of the blinding light the flames emitted. He only saw Satan jumping towards Rin with a snarl on his face and then the fire enveloped them both. He couldn't do anything else but pray his son will survive that. With nothing better to do, he moved towards their fallen comrade. Shin protected him and he was grateful but he wasn't sure if he deserved that. With a sad sigh he realized the boy died for him. He only hoped Mephisto made it. Amaimon must have taken him somewhere to get help.

The light slowly faded. The flames burned themselves out and disappeared. Rin was lying there, unconscious. And Satan? The bastard's body was on top of the boy. He was turning to ashes, it seemed his own flames destroyed him in the end.

"Congratulations, son. Rule this world like your mother wanted it..." The whisper of his voice filled the throne room and echoed around the walls. His body scattered and disappeared finally. Not even ashes remained. Satan was no more.

"Rin!" Shiro moved quickly towards him and checked for the pulse.

Amaimon's head exploded in pain when angel's light filled his vision. It was blinding and hurt him when the wave reached his body but he stayed in place. He knew the archangel gave his kiss to Mephisto. That was their power, to be able to call the dead soul back into the body they healed. He knew Anastasia saved him this way, fortunately he wasn't dead yet or she wouldn't manage it. Only the archangel had this power, power of the God.

Gabriel felt like his whole body was paralyzed, he couldn't move, even if he wanted he couldn't stop the kiss. His powers, the enormous amount he had, seemed to leave through his mouth and breathe the life back into the demon's frame. Then, agony hit him. His wings. They hurt, like every bone in them was twisting. Feathers fell down and disappeared. A sickly sound of breaking filled his ears and he screamed against Mephisto's face when he felt his wings fall off completely. He was done. With a gasp he moved away and panted. He did it. He sacrificed his angel's powers, his angel's soul for this demon. He didn't know if he regretted it or not.

"What happened?" Amaimon gasped, seeing how horrible Gabriel looked. He swayed and fell to his knees beside the sofa. The remains of his wings laid near him, twisted bones like from some horror movie, no feathers decorating them.

"I'm human now." He explained. Looking at Amaimon, he couldn't get used to those imperfect eyes he had now. Everything was so different, so plain. He was weak. A weak human with no powers and a lifespan. It was almost funny. He, the creature of God, who lived through the Earth being made... he had limited time now. He could die from a simple blow, he could drown, get hit by something... suddenly he felt fragile. He had more respect for Rin's determination now.

"What? How is that possible? And what about my brother?" Amaimon took hold of his hand and with relief realized it was warm. Mephisto's chest moved up and down with a slow breath. "He's alive! Brother! Can you hear me?" Yet, he appeared to be asleep.

"He went though a long journey, his soul left and had to come back. Let him sleep." Gabriel's voice lost it's beautiful ring but still was nice to listen to. He didn't seem to be so powerful now. He barely stayed upward.

"Well, you are so weak I could kick your ass now." Amaimon grinned down at him and met his steady eyes. He still had his pride. He would never be afraid of the demon. "But I won't. You've saved my brother. Thank you." Gabriel nodded at that and came back to staring at Mephisto's face. He was gaining colors again, the sickly paleness leaving his skin.

In silence, the angel turned human and the demon watched a frame of the one who united them. No matter what, they would have to stick together from now on.

A gasp filled the office. Mephisto opened his eyes and couldn't believe what he saw. Leaning over him was a person who filled his last thoughts. He knew he died, he remember not being able to stand the pressure of travel and feeling his heart stop. Yet, there he was, the one he wanted to say goodbye to. He never thought Gabriel would save him. Such a big sacrifice wouldn't be made for someone he barely cared about...

"Gabriel?" His voice was weak and rasped, throat dry. The man helped him sit up and he groaned at his stiff muscles. He felt so weak... Amaimon handled him a glass of water and he gratefully took it. Gabriel had to help him to drink it as his hands were shaking so much.

"I'm so glad you are alive, brother!" Amaimon exclaimed, happy tears leaving his eyes. He really must have died if his little crazy brother was crying. He smiled at him soothingly.

"I'm all right. Thank you for taking me here." He looked back at Gabriel and noticed his weak state. So it was the truth. He knew that angel's kiss healed deep wounds – depending of how much powers one possessed – but there was a rumor that if an archangel decided to call a soul back to life he would lose his angel soul. "Are you...?" He hesitated, biting his lip.

"Yes." Tired voice answered him. "I am human. You just died, your soul was about to leave forever and I... called you back. I'm glad you answered..."

Now thinking about it, he could recall a faint voice of his mate asking him to come back. He wanted to see him so badly he turned around without hesitation. Leaving the calming brightness behind to be back in pain. Mephisto sighed. He couldn't lie to himself any longer, he loved that bastard, even if he was to rejected forever he couldn't help it. Demon mated for live after all.

"Thank you. I didn't want to die yet..." Mephisto looked into his eyes and smiled gently. He really was grateful.

"You should thank Amaimon, he made me realize you were worth the sacrifice. And I own you an apology as well..." He seemed embarrassed. For someone who knew him as an emotionless angel, always composed, such emotions he was letting out in waves were strange. But it suited him somehow, before he was too cold and he was a gentle soul who should be able to express himself more. Now he could. "I only have hurt you, through all the times we met each other. I'm sorry. I hope you will forgive me some day. I am now bound to you but I will leave you alone if you prefer. I'm still confused, I don't know what I feel for you." He admitted.

Mephisto was shocked at this. But glad as well. He had his mate, no one else could ever touch him and with time they could sort this out. He grinned. With time? He was impatient. Gabriel will have to deal with it.

"Don't worry. I want you to stay. We will figure it out." He grabbed his shoulders and before he could do anything else but gasp, he kissed him.

Warm lips surrounded his mouth, not letting a surprised squeal escape. Soon wet, hot tongue followed, licking his bottom lip and not knowing why he allowed this, he let it in. This kiss was the most passionate one he's ever got. Mephisto licked around his teeth and managed to coat his own tongue to join in the dance. His arms acted on his own, petting the soft hair of his partner and feeling strong arms wrapping around his neck. If he knew kissing the demon was so enjoyable he wouldn't have rejected him, ever.

Amaimon decided it was time to make his exit. He needed to check on Rin and he didn't want to watch this. His brother just moaned and he knew he would have nightmares about this scene. He quickly faded out of the office.

Author's Note:

Of course I wouldn't kill my Mephy! I love him too much! Gabriel's confused but I'm sure they will work it out :D Aren't they so cute together?

Satan's finally dead! But that doesn't mean end of troubles! Wait and see what happened to our dear Rin.

I wonder if anyone would miss Shin... I liked him but Shiro needed protecting :P

I guess I got into this story and am curious myself what my mind can come up with! I hope you are too :)

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