The atmosphere was tense as the Supreme Deity (whose name was Rhitta, although a select few even knew or acknowledged it, the Demon King included) approached the ruler of her opposing clan. She didn't exactly hate him, but she wasn't very fond of him either.
There were many servants of the Demon King outside of the threshold of the door leading to their ruler's throne, some were guards, others were members of prominent warrior forces the Demon King established, speaking with one another in a manner that suggested they were just told something important. Specifically, some of The Ten Commandments. Zeldris, the youngest son of the Demon King, along with Melascula, Derieri, Monspeet, and Fraudrin were confounded at the sight of a goddess appearing in their realm. Not just any, but one with a strong, powerful, and chiefly aura. They almost instantaneously recognized who this presence was and hesitantly moved slightly to the side, stopping their conversation and directing a judgmental and odd gaze at her as she walked their way and past them.
The Supreme Deity didn't seem to care considering how she viewed demons as such lowly creatures, herself being the potent ruler she was.
The guards in front of the door leading into the throne room of their ruler almost willingly opened the door in the presence of the Supreme deity.
"Greetings, Demon King", the Supreme Deity said as she came to a halt halfway to his throne, interrupting the conversation he, Chandler, and Cusack, his closest advisors at the time, seem to be having concerning last-minute battle strategies.
Both with frowned expressions on their face were quickly dismissed by the Demon King due to the Supreme Deity's presence. Assuredly so, they left without speaking a word but began to whisper as they approached the door.
The Demon King acknowledged them but didn't pay them any mind. After the doors of his throne room shut, he rose from his throne and replied with a cold look, "Rhitta."
"I wish you'd at least reply with the respect of calling me by my rightful title!" spat the Supreme Deity
"Listen you feathered bitch, don't start with me."
"Oh, you son of a-"
"This was your idea and my time is very valuable so, if you want to professionally discuss this matter, check that attitude of yours at the door - or you can leave," said the Demon King.
Almost revolted to the point of wanting to wring his neck but somehow finding the decency not to, the Supreme Deity then replied with a sigh "Fine. Only, if you can manage to set your foolish pride aside the entire time."
"Deal, Supreme Deity", said the Demon King.
Slightly satisfied, the Supreme Deity commented before the Demon King could get out another word,
"Are we going to discuss this with others around?", referring to the guards who witnessed all that just happened and warriors just outside.
"Guards, you are dismissed and tell all others around to leave this premises entirely, that's an order" spoke the Demon king with his grungy, deep, and demanding voice.
"Yes, your highness", the guards quickly left and told the others outside. "Why must we leave, we're only talking, not even worried about my father's affairs," said Zeldris in a noncaring tone although he was clearly lying. Derieri shot him a "you're not slick" stare then rolled her eyes. Monspeet observing her chuckled to himself. "Zeldris, the exit is not that far, also, it's the Demon King's order" Melascula stated calmly. Grudgingly, Zeldris began to walk and motioned to the others to start moving but once he got outside, dismissed them concerning the matter they were speaking of.
Melascula, however, asked if she could stay as she still "had something to ask", as she could pick up on what Zeldris was trying to do and was interested. Zeldris was fine with her staying but didn't speak of his idea until the rest of his colleagues were gone.
"I don't trust that scheming tall bird-lady." said Zeldris almost jokingly which caused Melascula to laugh. "Anyway, what was it that you wanted to ask me, Melascula?"
"Do you plan on attempting to spy on their conversation?" Melascula asked playfully
"Your damn right," replied Zeldris slyly.
Within a few minutes Zeldris discusses what he wants to do but warns Melascula that she can't tell a soul. As faithful as she was to her superiors, Melascula of course did not really plan to but rather boredom and interest was her motive. Nevertheless, she agreed and went on with his plan.
They ended up listening by way of some type of technique Zeldris learned years ago from Cusak that's sole purpose was spying.
Meanwhile, the Supreme Deity and Demon King moved to a different area of the Demon King's palace because he doesn't really trust that their conversation will not somehow be heard. In other words, the Demon King thought he would be outsmarting somehow but someone managed to outsmart him. In this case, his very own son.
They sat down across from each other on a sofa-like seat making it a point to maintain distance from each other.
"Demon King, I know that this war was partially my fault for starting because my clan was the first to initiate the breaking of the truce we had and-" said the Supreme Deity reluctantly "I… apologize, but that only occurred because- which I ended up finding out later, some of my upper goddess elites got too carried away when performing their assigned task which they were rightfully punished for, but…" "So, you were just being an incompetent leader and this whole war that started was a mistake?" interrupted the Demon King.
The Supreme Deity almost appeared to be groping for what she should say in her defense next. "Admit it, once our children met each other and my son joined your side is what mainly started this mess and you know it!"
"Okay, okay, yes, but..okay, that's my point! Doesn't it seem somewhat pointless to continue this struggle over them?" said the Supreme Deity trying to be convincing.
"Okay, my son betrayed my clan and me, your race then happens to take innocent civilians as captives randomly? For what reason!? Don't lie to me and pretend as if you are not as conniving as you are. Obviously, our "truce" meant nothing to you and you saw an opportunity to try to usurp more power than me and you took it. We were made to be equals but you don't want that."
The Supreme Deity at this point was biting her tongue and looking everywhere rather than directly at her arch nemesis (after all, she was being told off).
"Rhitta" said the Demon King. That grabbed the Supreme Deity's full attention as she glared at him.
"Tell me what exactly is the problem you have with me so that we can get somewhere because if your intention is to continue in your dishonesty you're wasting your breath."
"Are you finished talking?" snidely remarked the Supreme Deity. The Demon King began to open his mouth as to say something back but before he could the Supreme deity replied while putting her hand up "I'm joking (not really) but here's the deal, it's not about your clan or anything else, my problem is with you."
"What a surprise, I couldn't tell," said the Demon King
"You know our entire existence is for the purpose of being in conflict with each other."
"Right, get to the point," said the Demon King impatiently.
"In spite of that, I'm beginning to develop the idea that our struggle with each other and our clans don't really have to be."
"Oh really," said the Demon King
"Yes really, I-"
"Since when are you the one who wants peace? Tell me, what are you really trying to get at, what's your scheme in all your 'sweet talk'" rudely stated the Demon King.
Tears of frustration started to well up in the Supreme Deity's eyes and the Demon King remained silent, confounded at the rare sighting.
'How pathetic, look who wants to cry now' thought the Demon King.
'Okay, I suppose she is a female and perhaps more emotional, I'll hear her out, but I ain't got all night,' his thoughts continued.
"The hell-" Zeldris said as he looked over to Melascula as they eavesdropped on The Demon King and the Supreme Deity's conversation.
Melascula began to laugh "I don't know, just go with it" she stated while laughing.
The Supreme Deity then began speaking again although tears were slightly forming in her eyes "Listen, I'm not very fond of you by nature but when I see my daughter and your son together, I can't help but think that maybe if our truce had continued, them being together would not be as problematic."
Her voice began to rise "Because of this mess, I'm now starting to become numb, emotionless. As if I'm not really even- existing. I now do not even have the basic daughter-to-mother relationship I should have with Elizabeth-"
"Don't even mention her name" boomed the Demon King
"LISTEN, just can we put aside what I did and develop some kind of decent relationship leader to leader? It is seriously the only way possible for us to see each other and our opposing kinds as beings worthy of being viewed as more than dirt." She then stared at the Demon King, expecting a complete refusal of her idea.
"I'm listening," said the Demon King
"If you think about it, out of just about all races, we as Goddesses and Demons have the most influence concerning existence in itself. We have to learn to coexist and respect each other, not necessarily saying 'friends' but at least colleagues."
"Sure, whatever you say. So, do you want to make an armistice?" asked the Demon King
"Absolutely" replied the Supreme Deity
"You could have just said that in the first place-" snidely replied the Demon King
"Shut up" barked the Supreme Deity
"Okay, bitch" the Demon King whisperer under his breath
"They're really going to do… that?" said Melascula on the receiving end with Zeldris
"We'll have to see" replied Zeldris. Turning to Melascula he said "You know, it's getting really late. You should probably head home and get some rest." "Do I have to, I kind of want to listen still." "I mean, I'm just saying, what if they start talking about something that perhaps they may feel is taboo for someone else to know? I'd rather have you not involved. Things could get dangerous." "Zeldris, you could be right. I'll go. But thanks for letting me eavesdrop with you anyway." Zeldris nodded in response and Melascula took off.
Oddly enough, Zeldris still sensed their conversation was not done and was kind of glad that he was left alone for some more time to eavesdrop, he liked being sneaky or rather having an idea about what his father would be planning.
The Demon King and the Supreme Deity did what they cohesively planned and also decided to make public the news to their clans and all others involved. Despite this, just before the Supreme deity took her leave, she still did not entirely get off her chest what she wanted to. So she took up another conversation with the Demon King "Um, you know I-…" "You what?" replied the Demon King waiting for her response.
"I uh… okay let me just be honest, there is still something I want to speak with you about but it is getting late so… would you be willing to listen and come over to my dwelling place or I could come here again?"
The Demon King grinned, "Sure, I'll come to you. Is there a specific time or day you prefer?"
"Tomorrow, if that's okay with you, a-a-anytime is fine" stuttered the Supreme Deity.
"Okay then, farewell," said the Demon King.
The Supreme Deity then quickly nodded and turned away as she felt embarrassed and feared she may appear to be blushing.
'She is one odd being' thought the Demon King as he headed to his quarters to retreat for the night
Zeldris was kind of ticked he wouldn't get to see what else they may speak of but at least he was let in on something no one else would know, for the most part.