The days surprisingly went by in a blur. Not quite a week but close enough. Olivia was confused more than anything on how she was being treated. Vox was acting like a lovesick teenager yet a sugar daddy. One minute he's being shy talking to her then the next he's buying her expensive stuff.
I want to go back to the hotel. It was fun there. I felt like I was getting somewhere and being accepted for who I am, but why hasn't the others come and got me? I remember them mentioning powerful overlords don't cross other overlords territory...or they can't...not sure which it is. If only I can get my damn phone back, then I could at least let them know I'm ok….not that I haven't tried.
The woman tried many times to get her phone or just use a phone in general but was stopped every step of the way due to those damn cameras everywhere. Vox magically popped up anytime she was even near a phone OR an exit. She did get to explore the giant building but obviously wasn't allowed in certain areas. Like the other V's bedrooms, studios, etc.
She stared at the ceiling on her bed pondering what her next move should be to get out. Closing her eyes reminiscing when she first went to the hotel.
Some months back
*She meekly waved with a murmur after the door opened, "Um...I saw the commercial and...is it true you're wanting to help people?"
Just like that, Charlie had welcomed her with open arms with such warmth and optimism no questions asked. Being introduced to everyone, naturally she was a bit shy at first but gradually began opening up once she got to know them more.
The games Charlie came up with was fun too; to which she was very giddy that the woman was participating. It took a while to come up with a rhyme for the clap game, but she finally did it. "My name is Olivia...clap clap...I think I'm sweet..clap clap...I'm also weird, but that's just an extra treat...clap clap"
Angel was cracking up, "At least you're not afraid to admit ya weird Liv." "There's nothing wrong with being weird." Next thing you know she was teaming up with Nifty trying to kill the bugs. She hated to admit it was addictive to chase them. "I need a fly swatter!"
It was weird to be having fun chasing and killing bugs with a fly swatter, but it's the little things sometimes.
*Charlie was still worried about Olivia, she thought of many ways to get in touch with her but nothing was coming to mind. Vaggie brought up an interesting fact out of the blue too.
"Hey, I know this is random but….doesn't it seem odd Olivia is in hell?" "What do you mean Vaggie?" She fiddled with her hair, "Well, haven't you noticed she doesn't really look like a demon. She's kind of like us, with a few blemishes, fangs, and the odd hair color….don't get me wrong she was making great progress but….it doesn't make much sense."
Charlie sat in deep thought for a long time and she honestly didn't know what to say, she noticed it too but didn't think too much about it as of yet. What got to her mainly was that she believed Olivia was ready to be admitted to heaven already but it hasn't happened.
"It seems you're having quite the conundrum hmmm?"
They both jumped as Alastor appeared, "Quit doing that!" Charlie smirked at her partner and asked the radio demon, "I hate to ask this, but….do you know how Olivia died?"
He tilted his head to the side, "It's not my place to say my dear~" Vaggie snapped, "Come on Alastor! You're the one who mentioned her weakness so that implies you DO fucking know something!"
Tapping his fingers on his staff the demon thought about it, "Well, I suppose I could tell you…..but, it'll be more heart wrenching coming from someone else."
He snapped his fingers and both women were in front of Angeldust's room, "Angel? Does he really know?" Charlie shrugged, "He must if Alastor brought us here, but why keep it a secret?"
Vaggie sighed, "It's Alastor….anything that causes us misery gives him satisfaction in his twisted mind."
They both took a deep breath before knocking on his door.
*He opened it quickly spouting, "Is Liv ok!?" "Um...we don't know yet. We need to ask you something about Olivia since you two seem kinda close."
Vaggie took over as Charlie trailed off in silence, "How did she die?" Angel glanced around uncomfortably, "How the fuck should I know, that's her business… Why do you suddenly want to know? Shouldn't we be focusing on rescuing Liv from the V's?"
Charlie held his hand and gently stated, "I really believe she can be redeemed to get into heaven, but if we find out how she died maybe that'll help us be able to come up with more appropriate strategies to help when she comes back."
Vaggie nodded, "Also, as much as I hate to say this….Alastor may have a point. What if her death was this weakness he spoke of. Knowing the V's they would take full advantage of it, maybe even trick her into making a deal."
Angel punched the door in anger but he knew they was right. "Alright, I'll tell ya. I'm not going into any details though." "That's fine, please tell us."
Before Angel fully shut himself back in his room he muttered sadly, "Suicide. She overdosed on sleeping medication."
Charlie was dumbstruck, angry, and melancholy all at the same time. Vaggie held her hand, "It makes now I guess, she really didn't seem the type though. What now?"
Charlie took a deep breath and hugged her girlfriend, "Once we get her back first, then I'll come up with the perfect exercises to get her redeemed. I hope she doesn't make a deal."
*Vox smirked at his colleagues, "It's only a matter of time before she gives in~" Velvette rolled her eyes as Valentino snorted and handed a small packet to Vox, "Just give her this and fuck her brains out already."
Said demon sighed and did actually take the drug but mused, "Thanks Val, but I meant, it won't be long before I get her to make a deal with me."
This got the other two's interest. Velvette smirked, "You're really that hung up on this bitch?" Valentino smirked, "If it turns out she's lousy in bed, I can take her under my wing for a while and teach her the things she needs to know~"
The moth immediately got shocked on the arm by a volt by the T.V. demon who just glared at him, "Changing the subject. She'll be a perfect addition to our little organization. She could be another model for you Velvette, critique on your porns Val…..she accidentally saw some of the videos but had interesting input."
Velvette rolled her eyes again, "I was already considering that. Can't have you indisposed all day trying to have sex or woo you're new assistant when we've got work to do."
Valentino blew out a long stream of red smoke seething, "She commented on MY work?" "Don't get your wings in a twist. Plus, her new name fits in with us."
"What fucking new name?" "I'll give you a hint, it's in her actual name. She'll be known as Via from now on~"
"Not bad." "It does work I admit."
Vox sighed and got up to leave with a wide grin, "Now if you'll excuse me I need to prep my new assistant for tonight~"
TBC:
