Well, it was only a matter of time before I did one, wasn't it?
I have to thank xengen2000 for the idea on this one. It was definitely fun to write a Lincosika story.
I apologize for the absence between these stories. It's been a bit of a rough patch, what with life and college and stuff. But, I hope you'll enjoy this one shot.
Just a head up though. This story has no sex or smut, but it can get… kinky.
Disclaimer: I do not own any characters in this story. Characters of Helluva Boss belong to Vivziepop, and Lincoln Loud belongs to Nickelodeon. The story A Loud Among Demons belongs to TvFan2244.
Enjoy!
There were many ways one would imagine the afterlife.
Some believed a soul was to be reborn into another body. Others believe that there is nothing after death. Many believe in the idea of heaven and hell, one a holy utopia, the other a fiery pit of fire and despair.
But, most are disappointed to find out about the afterlife.
Most humans find themselves in hell as sinners, forced to take up residence in the pride ring, the topmost ring of hell.
Well, almost every human.
There was an outlier among them: Lincoln Loud.
The boy had been cursed to hell by a satanic serial killer, posing as a nice and likable substitute teacher, who attempted to sacrifice him in exchange for eternal youth. Although his life had been spared, he was confined to hell for the time being, until he could find a way to break the curse and return home.
But, it wasn't completely awful.
The boy had grown close to the hellborn assassins. Moxxie and Millie have become the boy's surrogate parents, Loona was like a big sister towards him and Blitz… Well, he was just a really good friend.
He did make other friends as well: Stolas of the Ars Goetia, and his daughter Octavia.
And… Verosika Mayday.
The succubus popstar had taken an interest in Lincoln when she first met him during spring break, her and her succubi friends. She had made a bet with Blitz to get the team's parking space back, where the boss imp threw Lincoln's employment on the line. The assassin team did win the bet (albeit, thanks to blackmail due to a giant fish monster), but Lincoln did owe Verosika from saving his life from it. And when he decided to return the favor by helping them evade arrest by freezing the cops, it led to the pop star and her friends to develop feelings for the boy, which they made pretty obvious.
So, imagine his shock when he was invited to a sleepover with them.
The invitation had come unexpectedly, slipped to him via a message by Verosika herself, who sent a picture of her with a sly wink and grin. He had initially thought it was a joke—after all, how often does a human get invited to a sleepover with a group of succubi?
But he knew it was no joke. It couldn't be.
However, he knew he couldn't just leave without telling his co-workers, or more specifically, Moxxie and Millie. So, after they finished their work for the day, he told them that he was going over to Verosika's place for the night. Loona was surprisingly supportive, telling him to have a good night. Blitz seemed a little apathetic, not hating it, but not supporting it.
Moxxie and Millie, though…
"That JEZEBEL?!" Millie pretty much screeched. "You're going to spend a night in the LUST ring with HER?!"
Lincoln took a step back, caught off guard by the intensity of her reaction. "Millie, it's not like that! Look, it's just one night. Besides, Verosika and her friends aren't bad—they're my friends!"
But Millie wasn't having it. "Friends? Lincoln, she's a fucking succubus! You have no idea what you're walking into. The Lust Ring is full of… all kinds of things you're too young to be around!"
Moxxie, who had been quietly listening from the corner, chimed in, his voice calm but laced with concern. "Millie's right, Lincoln. The Lust Ring isn't exactly a safe place for a human, especially someone of your age. I mean, we trust you, but…"
Lincoln frowned, trying to keep his cool as he responded. "I know it sounds bad, but I've been to other rings before, and nothing happened. I'm not helpless, Moxxie. And Verosika's not some monster; she's just… different."
Millie's frustration boiled over, her usual warmth replaced with a fierce protectiveness. "It's not just about handling yourself! You're a young boy in Hell, Lincoln, and I don't want you getting hurt—or worse, led astray by some demoness who sees you as a plaything!"
The argument grew heated, with Lincoln standing his ground, insisting that he was old enough to make his own decisions, and Millie countering with every reason she could think of to keep him from going. Moxxie, torn between his wife's fierce protectiveness and his own understanding of Lincoln's need for independence, struggled to find the right words.
Finally, Blitzø, who had been watching the exchange with growing impatience, decided to intervene. "Alright, alright, enough with the domestic drama! Mills, the kid's got a point—he's been through Hell and back. And Lincoln, you better be on your best behavior, or I'll be the one coming after you."
Millie glared at Blitzø, then turned back to Lincoln, her expression softening just a bit. "If anything goes wrong, you call me immediately, ya hear?"
Lincoln nodded, feeling a mix of relief and guilt. "I promise, Millie."
To make her feel a little better, he took a bunch of tarot cards that he stuck on his card holster. After throwing on a backpack with some stuff packed, he hugged both Moxxie and Millie before throwing a portal card and stepping through it.
He felt the same feeling hit him the last time he was in the lust ring. The midnight blue skies, light raining, and the rows and rows of hotels and strip joints lighting up like a christmas tree. He found himself taking a little bit of a walk to Verosika's mansion, keeping his hood up the whole time.
He saw a few Succubi looking at him as he walked, giggling, lip biting, waving. But, he learned to keep his eyes and head down.
Soon, he arrived at the gate to a tall building, with Verosika's penthouse at the top. He soon entered the elevator, and pressed the button for the top floor.
He arrived at the top floor in no time, with the door to Verosika's penthouse in front of him. The door swung open before he could knock, and there stood Verosika, her devilish smile lighting up the dimly lit hallway. "Well, look who showed up," she teased, her voice sultry as ever. "Come on in, linky~. The girls are dying to see you."
Lincoln swallowed hard and stepped inside, immediately enveloped in the warmth of the apartment. The atmosphere was cozy, yet the undertone of mischief was undeniable. He could hear the playful giggles of the other succubi from the living room, and the faint scent of sweet incense filled the air.
As he walked further in, Lincoln couldn't help but notice the extravagant decor—plush cushions, velvet drapes, and soft lighting that cast a warm glow over the room. The succubi, already gathered in a loose circle, turned their attention to him as he entered. Coco waved energetically, Apple blew him a kiss, Milky smirked with a twinkle in her eye, and Kiki playfully patted the spot next to her on the couch.
"Don't be shy, Lincoln," Verosika cooed, guiding him toward the group with a gentle nudge. "We've got a fun night planned."
Lincoln took a deep breath, reminding himself that these girls, despite their flirtatious nature, were his friends. As he settled into the circle, he couldn't help but feel a little out of place among the beautiful, confident succubi. But the warmth in their eyes and the easygoing laughter quickly put him at ease.
"So, Lincoln," Milky began, her voice laced with teasing, "ever played Twister with succubi before?"
Lincoln chuckled nervously. "Can't say I have."
The night was young, and the mischievous glint in Verosika's eyes promised that this sleepover would be one to remember. Little did Lincoln know, the games and laughter that awaited him would only bring him closer to the group in ways he hadn't imagined.
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The living room was filled with laughter and playful banter as Lincoln found himself amidst the succubi. The air was electric with excitement as they played a game of Twister.
Apple eagerly spun the pointer. It whirled around before landing on a color. "Right hand, green!" she announced.
Lincoln surveyed the Twister mat, noticing that reaching the green spot meant squeezing between Milky and Kiki. He took a deep breath, trying to ignore the playful gazes from the succubi. As he stretched his hand towards the green circle, his eyes inadvertently caught a view of Milky's rear.
Milky noticed Lincoln's gaze, a smirk forming on her face as she wiggled her hips seductively. "Enjoying the view, Lincoln?" she asked, her voice dripping with playful seduction.
Lincoln blushed furiously but managed to keep his composure. As he extended his hand further, he lightly brushed against Kiki's thigh, eliciting a playful giggle from her. His other hand grazed Coco's side, causing her to smirk.
"Careful, baby boy," Coco purred, her voice filled with affectionate warning.
The awkward positions and close proximity to the succubi made Lincoln increasingly nervous. As he reached further, his foot slipped on the mat, throwing him off balance.
With a yelp, Lincoln fell forward, face planting right into Milky's rear. The sudden impact made Milky gasp in surprise, her cheeks turning a light shade of pink. Kiki, seeing an opportunity to tease, playfully leaned on Lincoln, keeping his face nestled against Milky's butt.
"Well, well, well," Kiki teased, her voice teasingly innocent. "Looks like Lincoln's found a cozy spot!"
Verosika chuckled, trying to untangle herself from the pile. "Smooth move, Lincoln. You're quite the Twister enthusiast."
Milky glanced back at Lincoln, a mischievous glint in her eye. "You okay back there, Linky?" she teased, wiggling slightly to emphasize her playful teasing.
Lincoln's face was as red as the Twister mat as he pulled his face out. "S-sorry, everyone! That was... unexpected."
Apple burst into laughter, clutching her stomach. "Best game of Twister ever!" she declared, clearly enjoying the playful chaos.
Kiki grinned mischievously. "Let's see what the next round brings, shall we?"
Verosika gave Lincoln a reassuring pat on the back. "Don't worry about it, Lincoln. We're just having fun."
As the laughter subsided, Milky leaned in and planted a quick kiss on Lincoln's cheek. "Thanks for the entertainment, Lincoln," she said, her voice softening for a moment.
Milky then nuzzled Lincoln affectionately, enjoying the playful moment. The others smiled warmly at the scene, finding the interaction adorable.
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The group then decided to switch to a game of Uno, but to spice things up, they decided to play truth or dare at the same time. The room was soon filled with laughter and playful banter. It was Coco's turn for Truth or Dare, and she leaned forward with a mischievous smile, her eyes locking onto Lincoln. "Alright, Lincoln," she purred, her voice dripping with playful intent, "truth or dare?"
Lincoln, already caught up in the fun of the evening, smiled back at her. "Dare," he replied confidently, ready for whatever she might throw his way.
Coco's grin widened, clearly pleased with his choice. "I dare you," she began, letting the suspense hang in the air for a moment, "to cuddle with me for the next hour, while we keep playing."
Lincoln felt his cheeks flush as the room erupted in giggles. He glanced at Verosika, who raised an eyebrow in amusement, and then at Milky and Kiki, who were already whispering and snickering to each other. Despite his initial surprise, Lincoln knew he couldn't back down now. "Alright," he agreed with a nervous chuckle.
But instead of just sitting next to her, Coco playfully pulled Lincoln onto her lap, wrapping her arms around him from behind. "This is much better, don't you think?" she teased, resting her chin on his shoulder. The closeness made Lincoln's heart race, and he could feel his face heating up, especially when Coco nuzzled her cheek against his, making him feel both flustered and comforted at the same time.
As they settled in, Apple began to pout slightly, her lower lip sticking out in an exaggerated display of mock jealousy. "Hey, no fair! I want to cuddle too!" she exclaimed, crossing her arms playfully.
Coco glanced at Apple with a teasing smile before looking at Lincoln. "What do you think, Lincoln? Should we let her join us?"
Lincoln chuckled, feeling a bit more at ease now. "Of course!" he said, scooting over slightly to make room for Apple.
Coco's grin widened as she held Lincoln close, patting her lap invitingly. "Come on, Apple. There's plenty of room."
With a delighted squeal, Apple quickly joined them, snuggling up against Lincoln's other side, her arms wrapping around him as well. "Much better," she sighed contentedly, planting a quick kiss on Lincoln's cheek, causing him to blush again.
Milky nudged Kiki and whispered loudly, "Looks like Coco and Apple found the perfect cuddle toy." Kiki giggled in response, winking at Lincoln, who could only manage a sheepish grin in return.
Despite the teasing, Lincoln found himself relaxing even more, now sandwiched between the two affectionate succubi. With Coco's and Apple's arms gently around him, they resumed their Uno game (albeit with the three acting as a little team), and every so often exchanging playful kisses and giggles.
For the rest of the hour, Lincoln stayed in their embrace, the playful atmosphere of the game continuing with even more laughter and lighthearted teasing. By the time the dare ended, Lincoln couldn't help but admit that, despite his initial embarrassment, the dare had turned out to be a lot more fun than he expected.
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The iconic opening of "The Princess Bride" filled the room, instantly setting a lighthearted yet romantic tone. Lincoln settled in, nestled comfortably between Verosika and Kiki. As the story unfolded on the screen, he found himself increasingly drawn into the tale of Westley and Buttercup.
Verosika took advantage of a quiet moment in the movie, her fingers lightly grazing Lincoln's as she reached for some snacks. "You know, Westley might say 'As you wish,' but I think you'd say it even better," she whispered, her lips brushing his ear. She then gave him a gentle kiss on the cheek, making him blush and smile shyly.
Not to be outdone, Kiki leaned closer to Lincoln, her head resting on his shoulder. "I bet you'd look good in a mask and a sword, like the Dread Pirate Roberts," she teased, giving him a playful nudge before planting a quick kiss on his other cheek. Lincoln chuckled nervously, his heart fluttering at the affection from both sides.
Milky, lounging on the floor with her legs stretched out, couldn't resist adding her own commentary. "You know, Lincoln, you're kind of like Westley—cute, brave, and with all the right moves." She winked, her tone a mix of teasing and genuine affection. "Just remember, I'm rooting for you to win the duel."
During the famous "As you wish" scene, Coco and Apple shared a look, cuddling closer under their blanket. Coco smiled softly, watching as Lincoln tried to stay focused on the movie despite the attention he was receiving. "He's definitely got the makings of a hero," Coco whispered to Apple.
Apple grinned, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "Maybe we should dress him up like Westley for the next movie night—mask, sword, and all."
As the movie continued, Verosika and Kiki kept up their playful routine, taking turns kissing Lincoln's cheeks whenever Westley did something particularly heroic. Lincoln, though increasingly flustered, couldn't help but enjoy the attention, feeling a warm glow in his chest.
Milky, catching Lincoln's eye during a more tender moment in the film, leaned in and whispered, "You know, if you ever need someone to be your Buttercup, just say the word." Her tone was teasing, but there was a hint of sincerity behind it.
As the movie reached its climax, with Westley and Buttercup's love conquering all, the room was filled with a comfortable silence, broken only by the occasional giggle or teasing comment from the succubi. Lincoln, nestled between Verosika and Kiki, felt a sense of warmth and happiness, enjoying the playful affection of his friends as they all relaxed together.
(AN: Yeah, "The Princess Bride" is one of my favorite movies. I felt I had to try at least ONE scene with it in a story).
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Finally, it was time for the group to go to bed. Lincoln opted to make a nest of blankets and pillows in the living room while the girls changed into their nightwear. He decided before starting, though, he should change himself. He had slipped into a pair of pajamas similar in design to the ones he had on earth, with a pitch black color and a red lining.
He had just finished laying everything out when he heard a voice behind him.
"Oh my, Linky. It looks comfortable~"
Lincoln turned and blushed when he saw the girls dressed in their nightwear.
Verosika was wearing a silky, deep crimson nightgown that draped elegantly to her mid-thigh, with black lace trim along the neckline and hem. There were thin and delicate straps crossing at the back, and the whole thing was paired with a matching silk robe that ties at the waist with a satin ribbon. She had a gold anklet and a pair of small hoop earrings, and was wearing black satin slippers.
Coco was dressed in a loose, oversized sweater in a soft lavender color, the sleeves slightly covering her hands. They were matched with lavender boy shorts underneath. Around her neck was a simple necklace with a small heart pendant, and on her feet were fluffy white socks.
Apple had slipped into a two-piece pajama set with a pastel pink crop top featuring a tiny apple print and ruffled edges. The matching shorts were high-waisted with the same ruffled detail on the hem. A pink ribbon was tied in her hair, and she wore cute pink bunny slippers.
Milky had slipped into a baby blue camisole with lace detailing at the bust and hem, paired with matching lace boyshorts. The camisole is slightly sheer, adding a teasing element to her outfit. a choker with a small silver bell was around her neck, and she was barefoot.
Kiki had put on a cropped tank top in dark teal with a subtle star pattern, paired with black jogger-style pajama pants with a stripe down the sides. The pants were cuffed at the ankles for a snug fit. She had a black wristband and a thin silver chain bracelet, and was wearing black ankle socks.
Lincoln stood silently, blushing and gaping at the 5 succubi before him. The only thing he could manage to say was "buh…"
The girls giggled at Lincoln's reaction, their playful expressions softening at his bashfulness.
"Aww, look at him, girls," Apple cooed as she approached Lincoln. Without warning, she picked him up in a gentle hug, nuzzling her cheek against his. "Isn't he just the cutest?"
Lincoln's face turned even redder, and he tried to regain his composure. "Y-you all look amazing," he stammered, still trying to find his words.
Before he could say anything else, Verosika stepped forward with a smirk. "Alright, that's enough for now, Apple," she teased, gently taking Lincoln out of Apple's hold. She pulled him into a warm embrace, nuzzling him affectionately. Lincoln blushed even deeper, feeling the softness of Verosika's silky robe against his skin.
"You're such a sweetie, Linky," Verosika purred, her voice dripping with affection. "But you're not getting off that easy. Come on, let's get cozy."
She then guided him over to the pile of blankets and pillows, where the other girls were already settling in. They made sure Lincoln was nestled comfortably between them, their playful banter filling the room as they snuggled in around him. Verosika lay on one side, wrapping her tail around his waist, while Kiki took the other, her tail gently coiling around his legs. Milky snuggled close by his feet, while Coco and Apple nestled in on either side of his shoulders, their soft warmth radiating through the blankets.
Once they were all settled, Lincoln reached for his tarot deck and carefully selected a card. With a quiet, focused breath, he activated the spell he had copied onto it. Suddenly, the ceiling above them shimmered and transformed into a beautiful, starry night sky, complete with twinkling stars and the soft glow of a crescent moon.
The girls gasped in awe at the sight, their eyes wide with wonder as they gazed up at the magical display.
"Lincoln, this is amazing!" Coco exclaimed, her voice full of delight.
"Yeah, it's like we're sleeping under the stars!" Kiki added, her tail giving a little flick of excitement.
Verosika smiled warmly at Lincoln, her eyes shining with affection. "You really are something special, Linky," she whispered, giving his hand a gentle squeeze.
Before Lincoln could respond, the girls began peppering his face with kisses, their affection overwhelming him in the best possible way. Apple giggled as she kissed his cheek, Milky playfully nuzzled his nose, Coco planted a soft kiss on his forehead, and Kiki gave him a quick peck on the lips. Verosika finished with a lingering kiss on his temple, her warm breath sending a shiver down his spine.
As the girls snuggled even closer, Lincoln could feel the natural heat radiating from their bodies. The warmth surrounded him like a cozy blanket, and the soothing heat, combined with the softness of the blankets and the comfort of their embrace, began to make him drowsy. His eyelids grew heavy, and he found it hard to keep his eyes open.
The room was filled with a sense of peace and contentment as the girls murmured their goodnights, each one adding their own affectionate touch. As Lincoln lay there, surrounded by the warmth and love of the girls, he felt himself drifting off into a peaceful sleep, a soft smile on his face as the starry sky above them twinkled gently.
-Linebreak-
Lincoln gasped as he awoke. Looking around, he noticed he was yet again in the empty void. The nightmares had made him quite familiar with this place.
He reached for his pistol, only to feel nothing. He looked down to see his pistol, knife and tarot card holsters were empty. He had nothing.
"Finally awake, eh?" A sinister voice spoke behind him. Lincoln turned and gasped in horror, seeing the one person he never wished to see again.
"Stillman." He growled, feeling his anger start to rise inside of him.
Stillman chuckled, twirling Lincoln's knife in his hand. "You caused a lot of shit for me, loud." He then looked at the boy with a vicious scowl. "All you had to do was sit there and be a good sacrifice. But instead, you had the fucking NERVE to fight back!"
Lincoln knew it wasn't safe to be close to Stillman, so he tried to run. Less than a second later, though, a gun went off, and Lincoln was clutching his thigh, which was bleeding. He looked back at stillman, who was holding his gun, the end was smoking.
"You should have known you can't escape from me, Loud". Stillman chuckled sinisterly. Dark chains then entrapped him as stillman walked up to him. "But don't worry, your family will be just fine. I'll make sure they join you down in hell." He laughed as he walked up to him, knife in hand. "Oh, and I'll make sure to get Verosika Mayday and her bitch friends. I've been watching you for sometime. I know how much they mean to you."
He then raised the knife upwards with a sadistic smile on his face, ready to strike down the boy. Lincoln's eyes were covered by his bangs, but his expression spoke that he was in pain. "This is goodbye, Lincoln Loud!"
Just as he thrust downward, Lincoln's right hand broke the shackle, catching Stillman's arm.
"What the fuck?!" Stillman shouted.
He looked back down at the boy he once tried to sacrifice, but expression changed as the boy started to. Lincoln's left arm broke the shackle, his arm growing in length as claws grew from his hands. Antler-like horns and floppy rabbit ears grew from his head. From his upper back sprouted a pair of giant leather wings, and from his lower back sprouted a fluffy white spaded tail. His crimson eyes opened to glare at Stillman, and he bore razor sharp teeth.
Stillman trembled fearfully at the jackalope demon that had once been his sacrifice. The jackalope then roared before ripping Stillman's hand off, tossing it away.
Stillman screamed as he held the bleeding stump that had once been his hand. He then took off running, trying to escape. He looked back to see the jackalope flying overhead, glaring menacingly down at him.
"L-Lincoln." He screamed as he ran. "Let's n-not be rash about this. Ho-how about calm down and talk?" He smiled fearfully at the jackalope, who continued to glare at him.
He then screamed again as he felt pain in his legs. He fell to the floor and saw both his feet had been sliced off. He tried to back away as the Jackalope landed, and started marching menacingly over to him.
"W-wait Lincoln." Stillman spoke. "Y-you know I was just kidding, right? A-About trying to k-kill your family and Verosika, right? I-I would never do that, you know that, r-right?"
The jackalope looked down at the man in solemn disgust. Lincoln was finally seeing this psycho for who he was. He wasn't just a psycho serial killer, he was a dirty little coward who couldn't put up a fight.
He would never hurt Lincoln, nor anyone he loved, ever again.
The jackalope sharpened his claws as it flew upwards, before diving downward towards Stillman. The psycho teacher raised his arms as he screamed, before his screaming went silent.
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Lincoln shot up on the nest of blankets, sweating and breathing deeply, his brain trying to comprehend his dream.
He fought back.
He fought Stillman, and won.
He no longer felt fear for the teacher. He knew he had the strength to fight back, and knew he would never hurt anyone he loved again.
"Lincoln?" He looked over to Verosika, who had woken up along with the other succubi, all looking at him in concern. "Are you alright?"
Lincoln looked at her for a moment, before smiling and surprising her with a deep hug, causing her to blush slightly. "Never felt better." He replied.
Verosika and the other succubi were surprised to see Lincoln like this, before the pop star returned his hug. The other succubi also joined in, which Lincoln accepted.
As they all drifted off to sleep once again, none of them noticed a new constellation had formed in the night sky spell above them.
One of all of them together. All in a group hug.
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Morning came soon enough. Verosika started to stir, hugging Lincoln close to her. But as she opened her eyes, she saw she was hugging a pillow.
"Lincoln?" She questioned, getting up, inadvertently waking the others. "Lincoln?" She asked a bit louder.
They all soon smelled something delicious coming from the kitchen. They all looked at each other and put two-and-two together.
Verosika rubbed her eyes, the lingering warmth of Lincoln's presence fading as she fully awoke. The others were starting to stir, Milky stretching with a lazy yawn and Kiki blinking sleepily.
"Is he already up?" Kiki mumbled, her voice still thick with sleep.
Apple sniffed the air, her eyes lighting up as she caught the scent of something savory. "That smells amazing! You think Lincoln's...?"
Coco grinned, sitting up and wrapping an arm around Apple. "There's only one way to find out."
The group quickly got out of bed, making their way to the kitchen. The sight that greeted them warmed their hearts: Lincoln, still in his pajamas, was busy at the stove. He moved with surprising ease and focus, flipping pancakes while keeping an eye on a skillet of sizzling bacon.
"Good morning, ladies!" Lincoln greeted them with a bright smile, looking up as they entered the kitchen. "I thought I'd surprise you with breakfast."
Verosika's expression softened as she watched him, her earlier worry melting away. "You're full of surprises, aren't you, cutie?"
Milky leaned against the counter, watching Lincoln with a playful smirk. "And here I thought we'd be the ones spoiling you, Lincoln."
Lincoln chuckled, setting a fresh stack of pancakes on a plate. "Well, I figured it's the least I could do after everything."
Kiki wandered over, taking a deep breath of the delicious aroma. "Everything smells so good! What's on the menu?"
"Classic breakfast," Lincoln replied, pointing to the spread. "Pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs, and a little fruit on the side."
Apple's stomach growled loudly, making everyone laugh. "Looks like someone's ready to dig in," Coco teased.
As they gathered around the table, Lincoln served each of them a plate. The girls exchanged appreciative glances, clearly touched by the gesture. Verosika, now seated beside Lincoln, leaned over to kiss his cheek.
"You're too sweet, Lincoln. Thank you."
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It was time for Lincoln to go back to pride. He had packed up his stuff and helped the girls clean up. He shared a hug with Verosika and the girls outside the building as he prepared to head back.
"Last night was fun, Vee." Lincoln said as they separated. "I hope we can do something like it again."
"Me too, Linky~" Verosika responded, before she and her succubi started walking back towards the building. Lincoln took out a portal card and was about to cast it, before a thought came to mind.
"Verosika, wait a sec." Lincoln spoke, getting her attention as he walked back to her. She bent downwards to hear what he had to say, but instead he stood on his toes and gave her a kiss on the cheek. She stood back up while the boy blushed.
Verosika blinked in surprise at the kiss, her usual confident smirk softening into a genuine smile. For a moment, there was a silence between them, filled only with the warmth of the gesture.
"That's for making me feel welcome," Lincoln explained, his cheeks still a little rosy. "And… for being such a good friend."
Verosika's heart fluttered at his words, and she reached out to gently ruffle his hair. "You're a great person, Linky. Don't ever forget that."
The other succubi, watching the exchange with smiles of their own, moved closer. Milky was the first to step forward, wrapping Lincoln in a tight hug. "You better come back soon, okay? We're not done spoiling you yet."
Kiki leaned in, adding her own affectionate squeeze. "And maybe next time, we'll have even more fun planned."
Coco and Apple joined in, each taking a turn to hug him before stepping back with playful winks and blown kisses. Lincoln felt a surge of warmth in his chest as they did.
Finally, Verosika gave him one last wink. "Take care, Lincoln. You know where to find us."
With a final nod, Lincoln smiled and turned away, holding up the portal card. As he activated the spell before throwing the card, a shimmering portal opened before him, leading back to Pride. He glanced back one more time, waving to the girls who were still standing by the entrance, watching him with fond smiles.
"See you soon!" Lincoln called out, stepping through the portal.
As the portal closed behind him, Verosika and the girls exchanged glances, already missing his presence but looking forward to the next time they'd see their favorite human.
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Lincoln felt at home as he looked around the office with a small smile. However, it dropped a little as he pulled out another portal card. He threw the card and another portal to lust opened, and half a second later Moxxie and Millie fell through it.
They groaned a little as they stood up, and noticed Lincoln looking at them with an un-amused look while crossing his arms.
"Oh, hey, Lincoln." Moxxie said, rubbing the back of his head nervously.
Lincoln kept his arms crossed, raising an eyebrow at the couple. "Care to explain why you two were spying on me?"
Millie blushed slightly but stood her ground, her protective instincts kicking in. "We just wanted to make sure you were safe, sweetie. You were in the Lust Ring, after all!"
Moxxie nodded in agreement, trying to play it cool. "Yeah, you know how dangerous it can be down there. We were just... being cautious."
Lincoln sighed, his expression softening as he uncrossed his arms. "I appreciate that you care, but I was fine. Verosika and the girls wouldn't have let anything happen to me."
Millie stepped closer, placing a hand on Lincoln's shoulder. "We know, Lincoln. It's just... you mean a lot to us, and we didn't want to take any chances."
Moxxie smiled warmly, adding, "And besides, we're family. It's our job to look out for each other."
Lincoln couldn't help but smile at their words. "I guess I can't be mad at you for that." He paused, a playful smirk appearing on his face. "But next time, maybe try trusting me a little more?"
Millie laughed and pulled Lincoln into a tight hug. "Deal. But you've got to promise to keep us in the loop, okay?"
"Okay, I promise," Lincoln replied, returning the hug.
Moxxie joined in the hug, making it a group embrace. "Just as long as we're all on the same page," he said with a grin.
As they broke apart, Lincoln glanced at the now-closed portal. "Well, I guess that's the end of my first sleepover in Hell."
Millie ruffled his hair affectionately. "And it won't be your last, if we have anything to say about it."
Lincoln chuckled, feeling grateful for his demonic yet caring family. "I wouldn't have it any other way."
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[Author's notes]: WHOO! That took a lot out of me.
I hope you all enjoyed this Lincosika one shot. It took quite a bit of time and effort to make, but I hope you enjoyed it!
Also, I want to make a small announcement. I've decided to start putting some smaller one-shots onto deviantart. These wouldn't be full chapters, but rather how scenes would work out, such as how 'Western Energy' might end, or how Lincoln might meet Apple and Coco during the events of 'The Full Moon'. (See my profile for a link to my account.)
I again wish to thank xengen2000 for the idea. Remember, I'm open to any suggestions people have, and definitely open to your criticisms.
Oh, and for those of you wondering if I'll do something with 'Mission: Antarctica', Don't worry, there will be something soon enough.
Thanks for reading!
Trooper2055, over and out.