I’m Sure
Alastor was...overwhelmed to say the least. At least for just a moment after his interaction with Angel a day ago. He managed to convince himself that transporting so far had taken some energy out of him so he was vulnerable to strange emotions.
Nevertheless he quickly got over those feelings and was now sitting in Charlies office with the lovely Vaggie.
He had met the new client after that memorable interaction with the spider and he was a bit intrigued. The demon that goes by the name Devon was an...eccentric one. Which is saying a lot coming from Alastors mind. She was also apparently a popular actress down here.
She was sort of like Nifty but on kilos of snow.
"So...",Charlie started, dragging Alastors attention from his own mind,"We've got a second participant! This is big guys!" Charlie beamed with a joyful smile and a squeal.
Alastor had to admit that it gave him a sense of happiness to see the charming demon belle so jovial. Although that happiness was overridden by his desire to see the world around him crumble and the people fall with it.
Nothing would ever compare to the feeling of seeing someone at their lowest point, to seeing someone in utter pain and despair.
Vaggie watched her girlfriend bounce up and down in her seat with a soft smile on her gray features,"Okay Charlie you've been squealing and jumping for the last ten minutes I think its about time we tell Alastor about our plan, hon."
Alastors grin stretched further at the way Vaggie said his name. She let it roll off her tongue as if it tasted of mildew and piss. And Alastor relished in the fact that he had that affect on her.
"Oh right!",Charlie exclaimed before clearing her throat and fixing her composure. She looked to the Radio Demon with a gentle smile, her hands gently resting over her rosy cheeks.
"Okay so Devon is quite popular here in Hell for her work, she promised to spread the word about how the hotel is being ran and how we do things. So...Vaggie and I began to wonder how we could reach a lot of people while also showing our hospitality abilities.",Charlie obviously began to grow a bit nervous about asking this of Alastor.
Sure he agreed to run this hotel with her but as he's obviously stated before its merely for his entertainment. He couldn't care less if it failed, in fact he preferred it. About it succeeding, he saw no reason to fret over it considering that would never happen.
"So what is it you need from me, my dear?",Alastor inquired with a raised brow, his red eyes grew slightly curious.
Upon realizing Charlie was struggling to spit the question out Vaggie quickly scurried to her side and wrapped an arm around her waist.
"We wanted to throw a sort of...banquet. We'd invite other demons and sinners to come eat and see what the hotel has to offer. Do you think it would be a good idea?",Vaggie questioned while Charlie nodded along to everything she was saying.
Alastor hummed in question as he eyes the two embracing woman. //A banquet... ?//
Alastor gave a nod,"I think it'd be an exceptional idea! I'm to know that many love a good free feast with company. Is that all you called me in here for?"
Alastor did not like the look that the two woman shared. It made an uneasy feeling pit in his stomach, which was rare for him.
"No actually, we sort of assigned you to put everything together...as in plan the music and determine the food...since those are things that no one else in the hotel is as good at as you.",Charlie smiled nervously while letting her two index fingers tap against each other.
Alastor let out a soft sigh of relief as the bad feeling disappeared, he nodded,"Of course my dear! My my you had me concerned for a little! Well if thats all I'll be on my way."
Alastor didn’t mind throwing together a good party, in fact he loved it. If there was the right music and food which he knew very well he would assure there to be.
"Wait, Alastor.",Vaggie called out as he was already at the door. Alastors hand tightened around the knob in slight annoyance. Yet he turned with a calm and polite tone,”Yes my dear?”
Vaggie noticed his hand tightening around the knob yet continued on,"Well we are going to need to invite people, and considering your...reputation here in Hell we've called someone who just so happens to get along with way more people than you do."
Before Alastor could register what she had said the door he was holding swung open, his hand falling as it did.
"Smiles!",Angel called out with a wide grin as his four arms spread open. Before he had the chance to pounce on the Radio Demon he quickly appeared behind Charlie and Vaggie. Angel fell forward and face planted onto the ground with a soft groan.
"What the fuck, Al...",he cursed lightly while sitting up and rubbing his forehead. Charlie and Vaggie turned to Alastor who's eye was twitching and static surrounded him.
Charlie was shaking with nervousness and slight regret.
Vaggie was fighting off the smuggest grin at seeing the radio demon the slightest bit unnerved.
"Ok, Al...I know you and Angel don't exactly get along but he is a people person! If we want anyone to show up he’s the best thing we have, so...",Charlie trailed off as Alastor glared down at her, his eyes narrowing slightly. She cleared her throat and slowly stood behind Vaggie.
"...you'll be accompanying Angel Dust and going out to find and invite guests that you two see fit."
A part of Charlie was anxious about this entire situation...no all of Charlie was anxious about this entire situation. Knowing Alastors entertainment in seeing people fail she couldn't trust him to bring the best of potential clients. She was putting her trust in the popular pornstar.
Not to mention she also had her own underlying motives.
Angel was now standing with his arms crossed over his chest and hands resting at his hips, a sly grin was on his face,"You're stuck with me, bitch."
Alastor inhaled deeply and the static soon resided. He calmed himself and gave a stiff nod. Charlie continued,"You two will go out starting today since Angel has no work, I expect you two to be back before curfew. The banquet will be a month from now so don’t rush yourselves.”
With that Alastor gave another stiff nod and walked out of the room with his hands folded behind his back. Angel Dust followed him with an excited bounce in his step.
Vaggie watched as Angel attempted to touch Alastors cowlicks and the Radio Demon shoved him to the ground with a tight lipped grin and narrowed eyes.
"Are you sure about this, Charlie?",Vaggie asked as she turned to her partner with a raised brow.
Charlie smiled warmly as she watched the two fight, she gave a nod,"I'm sure." Charlie hid the warmth in her heart as she watched the two squabble and shove each other.
//Maybe this will bring them closer together.//
"Jeez, you didn’t have to give me such a hard kiss...”,Angel grumbled while rubbing his sore cheek that the demon had so kindly hit.
Alastor simply scoffed with an eye roll, his nails were digging into the palms of his hands with irritation,”Don’t touch me then.”
Pushing through the entrance the radio demon sighed heavily. He looked up to the taller demon with a lowered brow,”Do you have any idea where we’re going first?”
Angel looked down at Alastor with a soft nod,”Yeah my girl buddys joint. Although she lives a little far, 237 Eve Ave, is that alright with you?”
Alastor thought for a moment...he didn’t think he could tolerate being with the spider for so long without sending him to the ninth circle. With an annoyed sigh he manifested his signature mic in the palm of his hand.
“I’ve got a quicker way to get there.”,without another thought he let his arm wrap around Angels waist and pull him close. He was thankful there was no one around to witness such indecency.
Angel jumped yet again in surprise as he felt the gentle grip of the overlord. His eyes widened slightly as he felt his face flush pink and stomach flutter slightly.
“This may feel a bit strange, so prepare yourself.”
Angel couldn’t protest before they both disappeared leaving a cloud of black smoke where they once were.
Once they landed in front of the run down apartments Angel felt dizzy and hazy. Nausea hitting his stomach. Alastor looked up and took a moment to realize just how close he was to the prostitute. He quickly moved his arm from around his waist causing Angel to fall over with a groan.
“Well then lets get on, my dear!”,Alastor said with a bit of enjoyment at Angel falling onto the hard concrete.
Angel Dust watched as Alastor entered the entrance and he scowled,”Son of a bitch...” Angels heart pounded as he realized he could still feel Alastors arm around his waist, his fingertips having brushed lightly against his white fur between his jacket and mini skirt.
His face grew red as he slowly stood and scoffed to himself.
//Keep on dreamin’ Angel//, he thought to himself with a soft grin as he walked towards the entrance.