Lucifer Part 8 - Trials and Tribulations
Part 8 : Trials and Tribulations
The Next day around noon Sky was preparing the next step of his training, His mind was on just what Beth had suggested as training, she spoke softly-...I'm telling you, then you can tell him. Look at myself and Beelzebub, we are physically stronger than you and your friend, oui? -Sky nodded slowly- Well it's what your bodies can handle...-she shook her head-No no no-Sky raised an brow slightly- but these wrist and ankle bands I gave him were from heaven, to hone his energy -Beth corrected him- It's about how you work with what you have. We train our muscles that make them stronger, rather than going for bulk. Sure, they will bulk as a result but not as much as training for bulk will.
Beth nodded- and these gauntlets are to hone your physical prowess ... and your hellfire if you had any, but -she shrugged- As I said Sky, watered down training.-Sky shrugged slightly as he got back on his feet- hmm?.... I haven't seen Beelzebub in a while...she still off in some far part of Hell? - Beth pondered for a moment- She's deemed it too dangerous for herself to try and master that ... thing while around her kingdom.-Baphomet looked discouraged- She does some of her best work when alone.-Sky nodded slowly-...yeah...-he took his head slightly then strode over to one of the benches to get something to drink and towel off the sweat-
-Baphomet reverted back to her mortal guise- How are you finding Hell, Sky? -Sky shrugged slightly- Honestly? that isn't really foremost on my mind...it's just a temporary thing after all...-Beth commented dully-I'm making light conversation.-Sky sighed- I know...-he shrugged slightly as he sat down- I'm not much of a conversationalist at this point, if we didn't have this damn thing looming over us ....-he paused then blinked- your a fashion designer of sorts right? -she nodded- Oui, in France.
-Sky nodded slowly in thought, one of his ears flickered - think you could make me something? -she raised a brow- Like a .... costume?-reaching back he pulled out one of the mirrors from B-man's duffle bag, he pulled up a image of his final match with his friend during the tournament - no...no...ah there -he turned it around and showed her the picture of their match- Can you make me a uniform like this? -he tapped the image as it zoomed in a bit to show B-man in his blue fighting uniform-
-she looked it over- ... I could darling .... -she looked at him- but what did I say about copying, about being your own man?-she looked him over, then looked at the picture, then at him- ... Alright, I'll want all your measurements ... all of them.-Sky shrugged some then took out a piece of paper, he couldn't help but grin - already done.... -he offered them to her-....wait...what do you mean by "all" ?......-his thoughts were interrupted as from even this distance they could feel Beelzebub-
Baphomet was about to say something else but stopped- We'll have to wait on that. -she said as Beelzebub's energy grew closer, but it felt off, Sky got up slowly as he put the mirror and the paper slip away- what in the?...Baphomet turned in the direction of Beelzebubs energy- I don't like this. -they could hear the heavy sound of flapping wings- ... I really, really don't like this.-Sky blinked- oh god, do I need to throw the bag again?.. -Baphomet shifted back to her true form- We may soon find out.
Sky grimaced as he braced himself for the worst, one strap of the duffle bag in hand ready to throw it, before they could see it, they heard a loud crash and the floor of Hell shook, Beth grimaced-That's not a good sign - Sky winced while tightening his grip on the bag strap- is it ever?...-Beth ran towards the sound, she paused upon laying eyes on it- Oh no, SKY COME ON! -she ran out of sight from him, Sky blinked as he rushed off in the same direction that Beth headed in- WHAT'S GOING ON?!
There on the ground was Beelzebub in her rage form. She appeared unconscious but wasn't changing back, Sky froze in place-...is...-he noticed her size, it wasn't as large as before- oh god... -Sky rushed down the slope and over to Beth's side- is it me or she isn't as big as before?...-Beth looked her over- this is bad ... Come on, something must've gone wrong!-Sky grimaced internally as he rushed off with Beth to Beelzebub's fallen form- If she wakes up like that, we could be in for a world of trouble!
Beth grimaced- I don't think this is intentional ... -Sky was already sweating when the two reached the fallen form, there was more it seemed, claw marks covered Beelzebub's hide, Beth examined her friend carefully- There was a fight, a bad one.-Sky looked around sharply- What the hell?... what did she do? -he tried to focus his mind that much more but couldn't pick anything up- Who did this to her?
Beth shook her head- Don't know, no way of knowing unless Beelzebub can tell us. It could've been some of Hell's wildlife, could've been another assassination attempt. Explains why she's down though, some of these wounds look bad.-Sky grimaced - but why isn't she reverting?...-Baphomet grabbed Beelzebub by the horns-I don't know. I don't know, help me with her. -with a grunt Sky did the same picking up another portion of Beelzebubs body, Together the pair pulled her towards her mansion, Baphomet saw one of Belle's staff- Call the medic.
Sky hissed through clenched teeth as he finished helping Beth move Beelzebub's form into the courtyard, within the minute one of her medics/shamans rushed towards her, looking her over- This is wrong, her soul is in flux -Beth looked to Sky- she's having internal troubles.-Sky blinked- Internal troubles? -he blinked- ...switching between her forms so much? or...because of "Him"?....-Beth pondered for a moment- Both if I had to hazard a guess. -she looked at the medic- she'll heal, yes?
-the demon nodded- Indeed ... it will take time, she is exhausted. -Beth frowned- And these wounds? - the Medic demon shook their head- No way to tell sadly.-Sky sighed walked around Beelzebubs form- So we have no idea at all what happened until she reverts and wakes up -with a huff Sky shrugged then turned back to the bench- all we can do is wait -Baphomet reverted back to her mortal guise then all but collapsed onto her backside- Why are things getting so much weirder lately?
Sky shrugged- couldn't tell you...this is as "weird" as it gets so far for me...-Beth chuckled then looked to Belle- Perhaps a light lunch would be appropriate right now -Sky nodded slowly- yeah...getting peckish myself...-but then he thought better of it-...think I'll go topside for a bit, check out B and see how he is doing....-she nodded- Mind if I come with you? I need to make a few calls and there's no reception in hell.-Sky chuckled- sure...hmm... Maybe lunch at Dixie's would do...-Beth tilted her head-Dixie? -Sky nodded- yeah it's a Diner... named after its owner.
Half an hour later the two entered Dixie's, of course their hostess wouldn't stop staring at Sky, he blinked a few times as Dixie stared at him for the umpteenth time-....yes Dixie....-he leaned- I am mortal again....for now.. -he shrugged, Dixie looked at Bethany- Well well. If it isn't her majesty herself, Lady Baphomet, daughter of Azazel.-Beth blinked- Or right, right you're a demon.-Dixie nodded, Sky chuckled some- so.. uhh...can we have a seat?
Dixie Nodded- Sure, business is slow today -she pointed to a booth- After I make your order I'll go on my break.-Sky nodded and went in the direction of the booth, Beth followed and sat opposite him- I've not seen an authentic diner like this since the actual 70s ...-Sky nodded- you stay in France mostly right?-Beth shook his head- I do get around the world of course Sky, fashion is not just in one country-Sky shrugged as he looked at a menu- as you can tell...I don't have much in terms of... "fashion sense"..
I almost thought you were Amish when I first saw you.- Beth commented as Sky just shrugged once more- I may have been in the Neko-Kingdom...but we weren't that... "Amish" ...we weren't the more wild type of Neko -Beth nodded- You could do with a nice suit.-Sky shook his head- I'll worry about that if we make it out of this alive..-Beth nodded, then her voice took on a somber tone- I wish my father was here. -she sighed- ... he'd be able to deal with Lucifer.
What happened to him? - Sky asked while he watched Dixie come over to take their orders, Beth shrugged as she continued- No one knows, he just disappeared.-Dixie placed down their orders then sat next to Sky with her own food-What're we talking about?-Sky explained in a nutshell was had happened so far, Dixie nodded- That sounds rough.-Beth nodded then got back to the other topic of her father- Sky here just asked me what happened to my father.-Dixie looked at Sky- You haven't done your demonology homework?
Sky shrugged- not exactly foremost on my mind....wait.. are you saying your Father could beat Lucifer?-Beth blinked at the young man's ignorance - You really don't know who he is?-Dixie smirked- Well damn kid, you have been skipping lessons.-Sky blinked- hey, I've only been an angel for a little over a year ....part of that was spent rebuilding heaven-Dixie gave Sky the short of the display- Baphomet is part of demon royalty.Her father is Azazel, one of the oldest and most powerful demon lords. Before that, he was Arch Angel Azazel.
Sky blinked a few times- oh...well then...wait..so...what about Beelzebub? is she Royalty? -he held his hands up- look I haven't dug into this, given the current situation...-she nodded- Yes, mostly because of Devidra though. Beelzebub made herself demon royalty, Baphomet is genuine demon royalty.-Sky nodded thoughtfully- I see...-he blinked then snickered- then B would be a king if they got married -he chuckled a bit more trying to lighten the mood, the pair of demons looked at one another then started laughing-
-Sky glanced down at his drink as a waitress brought them over-Then again if he comes out of this... I can't begin to imagine the sort of "pain" she is under...I mean he and I are like brothers...but who knows what they shared in these months-Dixie nodded- He's been good for her.-Beth smiled- Indeed, before she was always so bitter, and angry. -Sky nodded slowly-...I take it when you left it had something to do with it?.. -he held his hands up- I don't want to sound mean or anything, just an observation...
I don't know, she was different even then than from when I met her. - Beth took a sip of her coffee, Sky sighed slightly-...all that rage and anger from how she must have died, she has mellowed out more. -he chuckled- at least when B's around..-Dixie then broched the other question- ... how's he doing anyway? -Sky shook his head- I saw him a few days ago, I'll find out after lunch. -Resting his hands on the table he took his head once more- last I saw they almost lost him...Reminds me of the day we fought Wolf at the dojo, that's when Brandon got his chest wound...how he lived after that is still beyond me...
Beth swallowed a mouth full of food- You care a lot for him, I don't understand why.-Sky sighed- we grew up together, the rivalry, the loss of my family, everyone who was killed at the kingdom, but..after I died -his brows furrowed as he corrected himself-...the moment I died...it made me realize just now precious "life" can be...-he looked up at Beth- I don't know if I told you this but, with B's curse he won't even go to purgatory. I'll go on ..-he paused then chuckled- well if I remained an Angel, but now more than ever i want him to live and have something head of him -he looked at his hands- because it will never come again....
Looking up at them once more he smiled sadly- He's done more than his fair share of the "grunt" work, saving my life, Heaven, Hell, Beelzebub...I want him to look forward to something. I'm not afraid anymore...-Dixie waiting for Sky to finish then spoke- Kid has a curse?-she raised a brow, Sky nodded slowly- yeah, I didn't know about it until after the first fight with Oggstrosse...-Beth interjected- Yes, some sort of curse from an unknown demon. Beelzebub can't find the counter curse nor can Yahweh.-Dixie pondered- Hmm, must be a very old curse, that or something custom ... but those can be sloppy
Sky hissed baring his fangs- maybe it was "sloppy" as you said...-he sighed calming down as their meals came- yeah...he can't be healed, and from what else he told me he might not be even able to have kids either...-Dixie thought for a moment- Sloppy curses like that are like .... -she thought of a good comparison-Cockroaches. You try and solve one thing, another part of the curse fucks it up, the effects can be vary widely or it just may not work. Sadly however this one seems to have been done well.
Beth leaned in to take another bite of her meal- You seem to know a lot about curses.-she raised a brow, Sky nodded slowly then turned his gaze on her, looking a bit more cautious- Yeah Dixie...-Dixie smirked- I was among the fucking best. Uh pardon the pun-Beth leaned forward- Do you have any suggestions?-Dixie just shrugged- I'd have to get a feel for the kid, actually look for the curse in his soul ... from there I could maybe see what to do. If you mean could I remove it? It depends on what I find. Sometimes the best way to undo a custom curse is to apply another curse on top of it. Like covering a scratch on a car with a can of spray paint.
Sky shook his head slightly- I don't like the idea of that...-he shivered slightly then remember what Beelzebub had said- Beelzebub wanted him to sign err a "Contract" or something ...I don't like that personally...-Dixie and Beth dropped their forks, Dixie looked at Sky intently then her eyes widened- you're joking right? -Beth spoke up- I don't think he is.-Sky blinked- no, she mentioned it when she was visiting him last at the hospital...maybe it was out of desperation....since that curse thing...or at the thought of losing him...
-Dixie nodded- Yeah, signing his soul over to her would fix that problem ...but after that he'd have to say goodbye to any other relationship he may have wanted.-Sky shrugged slightly as he picked up his own fork- You both look like your about to jump out of your skin though.-he sliced up his fish then slowly began to eat waiting for their answers- This is way more serious than I thought. -Dixie muttered before grabbing her fork and continuing to eat, Beth nodded-Indeed.
Sky swallowed his fish then he asked- so....you think she will make him do it? if not only just to save his life?...-Beth frowned looking at Sky- Love can make people do strange and scary things Sky,-Sky blinked now finally realizing what it all really men't- man...-he looked at Beth- she's never done this before at all, has she?...-Beth shook her head- Not for this reason. Many a demon lord has used the contract, Beelzebub however has used it the least ... When I was still a lord I used it a lot during the dark ages.
Sky leaned back in his chair slowly-....I hope I find someone in the future, oh well...-he shifted then continued to eat before his food got cold, Dixie tried to lighten the mood- Hey kid, if we survive this you've got till the end of time to find someone. -she patted him on the back, Sky set down his fork slowly- it all depends if I go back to being an angel or not.-Dixie raised a brow at him- Kid you know you can still hook up after death right?
Sky looked uncomfortable for a moment- Dixie...I used some of the Mystic Waters to become mortal again...I'm not sure what the side effects might be, and from what I remember I didn't have enough to make it permanent.-Dixie he shrugged- What I know of them the effects can vary per individual-Beth nodded- We don't know who made them, there are conflicting theories and no one has truthfully come forward saying they did.-Sky sighed then rubbed his forehead-Look, I'll make "plans" once we get out of this trouble that we're in...
Indeed - Beth sighed then looked to Dixie- Dixie, you seem to be a demon of advanced age, do you know of anything to aid us in finding Lucifer or Oggstrosse?-Dixie tapped her chin- Oggstrosse is like a ghost to a mortal, he's nigh impossible to track. Lucifer on the other hand not so, you just need the right tools.-Sky nodded-Just as they finished up their lunch Beth heard one of Beelzebubs generals in her mind- Lady Baphomet, M'lord is starting to come too, but she has not reverted. The Doctors are asking that you come at once
-Beth nodded then paused for a long moment, she had a far off long on her face- ... Sky, Beelzebub is awakening. Do you wish to return with me?-Sky blinked- Is that wise? -he got up fumbling with some cash that he placed on the table- I think it be better if I check on B-Man first before I come down. -he paused- then again...his scent on me might be a bad idea -Beth shrugged -It is entirely your decision.-Dixie looked between the two-
Sky frowned then looked at Dixie- Could you check on him? -before Dixie could answer he was thanking her and was out the door running with Beth to a place where they wouldn't be seen, Bethany rapidly shifted back to her true state- By my father's horns look at her -Beelzebub's eyes slowly opened, one fiery, one red- ...Beth's eyes widened- Something is very wrong.-Sky blinked- whoa... this is that Split?-Beth glanced at him-Pardon? -Sky tried to come up with the right wording for it- That Soul thing? - Beth Blinked confused as SKy tried to explain it- well you said her soul is in turmoil.
Yes, yes ... there's something wrong with Beelzebub's soul -Beth frowned and cautiously stepped closer, Sky blinked not daring to move, Beth stepped up slowly- Her form isn't exact ... look. -she pointed to one of Beelzebub's arms- look, it's smaller than the other, and the same colour as her scales.... she's physically stuck between forms. - Sky winced- Well, what do we do ?-Beth shook her head- I don't know ... maybe something to calm her down will help her
-Sky shook his head- what do you suggest?...-Beth rubbed her chin- We try some healing magic ... I sadly don't know any.-Sky shook his head slowly then thought back to the Bag- To calm her down...-Beth nodded-That'll help ... healing magic works best with a calm mind.-Sky rushed over to the bench to find the bag- -both of Beelzebubs eyes locked on to him, one with searing hate, one with mild indifference-
Sky stopped by the bench- wait...where is it? -he looked around, Baphomet blinked then shouted in alarm- Where did you leave it?! -Sky scrambled and looked around quickly-Over here! I swear to -he spun around then blinked, his eyes widened-...She's got it on her tail tip! -he pointed- look!-Baphomet turned- OH that's just great!-Sky grimaced- her other "side" must have picked up on it-Beth rolled her eyes- That's likely. -she grimaced- We need to get it
Sky frowned-...you distract her...I'm going to try something.-he glared then came to his decision to use this time to try out his version of the Kayo-ken, Sky hissed as his body changed to the colour of crimson, Baphomet prepared herself- Ready? ....Set .....-Sky's feline roar echoed through hell as the Kayo-Ken aura engulfed his body as Beth then shouted-GO!!! -she charged forwards-
Sky roared, taking off he shot past Beelzebub miscalculating this speed- My god... This is how B feels ?! -his energy had tripled like his friends, the feeling of being so empowered took him off guard, he snapped out of it quickly and rushed back going for the bag, Beelzebub released a torrent of hellfire towards Baphomet, part of her head pulled away quickly bringing the flames upwards. Baphomet shouted at Sky- SHE IS OF TWO MINDS!-Going into a front flip Sky dodged the few licks of hell flames, his tail tip snagged onto the bag's strap and snapped it-
-Beelzebub roared and screamed, a strange mixture of both and tried to turn over, failing to do so she exhaled more flames in a fit of rage, Sky came to a stop by Beth with the bag in his tail, Beelzebub roared upon seeing the bag, Baphomet started to panic- Quickly, do something!-Sky hissed thinking quickly as he reached into the bag and pulled out a mirror, he fumbled with it then blinked as it activated projecting a image of B-man -
Baphomet stepped back- What is that?-Sky blinked- Huh...I...forgot about that.....-Beth blinked- What is it?-Sky chuckled a bit- a Projection....we use it in heaven at times to get a better idea of things, like terrain, or what people look like..-she glanced at him- Alright ... well make use of it if you can-Sky winced and looked at the mirror and started to manipulate it, the image of B-man looked up, but then Beelzebub growled, Beth blinked-... she's not falling for it.
Sky grimaced- damn it....-Beth winced- Throw something with his scent at her ... it might work.-Sky's mind raced as he placed the bag By the image, but made sure to take the last couple of mirrors out,The beast began to roar louder, then started growing larger, the red eye began to spark and ignite, the black scaled limbs began to grow and expand- ANY MINUTE NOW MCCLOUD!!!
Okay okay!! -Sky tossed one of B-man's training uniforms he had brought down for Beth to get a closer look at- Don't ask...-he looked back and was about to throw the uniform when Beth snatched it from his hands, she threw the garment towards Beelzebub who inhaled the scent, her fiery eyes focused on the image. It was enough, the monster grew calmer-come work..-Sky waited with baited breath, hoping Beelzebub would revert, As the beast calmed the medic gathered others as they started the healing spell, slowly the large dragon started shrinking-
By the devils' wings. -Beth exhaled sharply, Sky glanced over at Beth- as if the stress of fighting Lucifer isn't enough....-Beth sighed shaking her head-... if I were mortal I think my hair would be turning grey-Sky glanced back over to Beelzebub as she continued to revert, yet he looked back at Beth with a frown-...I don't think she's going to be able to do it...-Beth sighed-I know ... but at the very least she can trigger it. Maybe we can still use it, like a bomb.-Sky blinked- and get wiped out in the process? -with a sigh Sky stood straight then made his way over to the uniform as Beelzebub finally shrank -
Beth nodded- As I said, use it like a bomb. Plant it then get the hell out of there.-Beelzebub grimaced, then pushed herself up to her knees- Elders damn them, what happened?-Sky knelt down slightly-...you went crazy again...and umm.. -he pointed to B-man's training uniform she was clutching in her arms still, Beelzebub groaned- Damn it all ... will I ever tame this beast?-Sky shrugged some- well... I'm going to check on him, -he nodded to Beth- should be back before dinner...
Dixie's too busy I guess as it is at the Diner.
-Belle suddenly shouted -W-wait! -she grimaced and clutched her side- I'm coming with you!-Sky blinked then looked back- Are you sure?... -he glanced at her up and down- you're in bad shape....and naked...-Beelzebub pushed herself up to her feet-Clothes will remedy the latter. And I still live, I am fit to do as I please.-Sky sighed then nodded- okay then -he shrugged knowing better not to argue as they left for top side-
In the hospital Beelzebub had forced herself into her mortal reptilian disguise, Sky had heard her grunts of pain.- I wonder if there has been any improvement. -she wondered aloud while she and Sky walked towards his room, Sky shrugged slightly- I doubt it, he's always been slow to heal because of that damn "thing" -they turned a corner and found him, still laying there as limp and pale as death, the soft humming of the equipment, along with the hissing of the machine that forced air into his lungs- I'll see if I can find a doctor who is looking after him to get an update..-she nodded and slowly sat on the nearest chair-
Sky made his way out of the ICU to look for a doctor as Belle sat there, a few minutes later A woman in a surgery outfit stepped into the ICU a minute later- Yes? you wanted to know his condition?
Sky was behind the doctor listening in as she continued as the doctor stated that he was stable, yet there were some areas of concern- While he doesn't appear to have any broken bones, there is a lot of internal organ damage still....We might need to perform surgery depending....
Beelzebub nodded- What are his chances of survival?-The doctor shook her head slightly- it's still too early to tell...two more weeks minimum before we can take him out of the coma...-Beelzebub pressed on- Is he mentally aware though?-the doctor shook her head- we put him in that coma for that very reason, to protect his brain functions due to how his face and head looked..His skull was fractured...while we are sure his brain is intact due to the latest scans...we want him to heal nonetheless...
Beelzebub nodded then looked B-man over- I understand-The doctor nodded- Pardon me, I am needed in surgery -she walked off briskly, Sky let off a sigh as he turned his attention to B-man in bed- That Bastard left him unrecognizable, they even said that plastic surgery might not be enough....and knowing B...he'd reject it -Beelzebub's voice grew deeper in demonic anger-I will have my vengeance ... I swear it. -she growled, her eyes flashing red--Sky blinked- Easy now... -he glanced around - and keep it down...-he drew the blinds, but paused before shutting them fully- I'll have a look around and check if the "guards" have seen anything...-he closed them and she could hear Sky walk off-
Beelzebub got up from her chair, wincing ever so slightly as she did then knelt beside him and thought- _ I wonder if I can .._. -she placed a hand upon his forehead and opened her mind to his, at first It was dark.....there wasn't even any ray of light all....until "it" slowly came into her view, floating in limbo yet being basked in nightmarish images of his past she could see his mental form-Can you hear me Brandon?-her "voice" echoed through the void, the sedation he was under was totally messing up what was present, the images faded then flashed again, totally at random-
-she "swam" towards him through the void, coming upon his mental avatar, she took hold of him- I'm here my fr ... -she hesitated- I'm here.-there was nothing at first, but without warning he shouted her name as the image of Oggstrosse, the Monster that was created, and lucifer flashed, He was "fighting" for her sake, She could feel his guilt, why he fought all the times, the overwhelming guilt of those he had failed to save, his Master Galin, Sky, Silver, those in the Neko-Kingdom, all culminating to one......Beelzebub-
-she looked around at the mental montage of images from when they'd first met and even predating it, a few faces she didn't know- I'm here Devlin, I'm here. -she said softly and brushed a finger over his forehead, "Outside" Sky stepped in slowly- hmm? -he paused then stepped back as he could see Beelzebub close to B-man, Beelzebub had her eyes closed, one hand gently behind B-Man's head the other laid softly on his forehead, her head was lowered and she was breathing slowly-
Back in his mind she heard his voice, weak and almost as if he was close to death- Belle...-but that was all she got from him as the torrent of images started again, sofly Beelzebub spoke-I'm here now ... do you understand me?- Before B-man could get a answer, then the curse kicked in making it almost useless, all of her attempts were quashed, whatever they had injected him with was just too much for is weakened body and mind, and the damned curse was getting in the way again, she could feel it pulling and pushing her all the same-
Beelzebub roared loudly, deeply. She would not be denied! She forced more of more power into her mental avatar, On the outside her body began to shake, not yet ready to exert itself, back in the mortals mind B-man's "eyes" Snapped open as he screamed her name, she turned to him- Your mind is weak right now Devlin, you need to focus!-His mental image looked around with a panicked expression, not sure where he was, he got up as the images surrounded them- get away from her! all of you! I Won't let you hurt her!
-Beelzebub growled and moved in to grab him-You fool, focus on me! Focus on me, this is your mind. Focus only on me.-He spun around and looked at her dead in the eyes, the fear, the guilt, sorrow all came at him at once before it stopped leaving them floating in the void, She then asked plainly-how are you feeling? -his brow twitched-....I don't know....I can't feel anything...am I dreaming..or...-Beelzebub spoke softly- We're in your mind, simple avatars so you can understand what's going on.
Lucifer...-he looked up at her, Beelzebub nodded-It's been awhile since that fight ... we can't find him.-he spoke painfully-......You need to get back to training, forget about me...that guy won't stop until he....he's trying to figure out how to get back at Oggstrosse, then all of you later... -she exhaled and looked around- I have been training, but I'm not doing very well ...- ... I have called other Gods from different pantheons to help, all want to see Lucifer and Oggstrosse gone. I'm hoping our combined might may find and stop them.
Slowly he nodded then put a hand atop hers-I hope so too.. -she chuckled dryly then-Your curse has been a major source of anger for me. I can't find a counter spell for it, no one can.-he nodded slowly-...wait..if you're here...what about Sky? is he?...-Beelzebub nodded- He's watching us, I feel him. He's made himself mortal again, so he can use your techniques. -she smirked- I and others have suggested he try to be more than your copy. -she gave him a lopsided grin, B-man smiled sadly- yeah...it's his way at times, to get back at those who hurt his friends...-he paused- wait...he's trying to copy?
-she nodded- Indeed, your kayo-ken ability for instance. -his brow knit then he took on a a serious look- GO-NO-Ken....-he looked up into her eyes as he took her hands in his- that's how I hurt Lucifer, I used the same combination of energy like I used on Oggstrosse...-she shook her head- Such a thing is dangerous. it's a miracle you're not decaying.-he chuckled- maybe that "curse" did something...-his eyes then wavered, he was starting to slip back under again-Belle?...-she pulled herself away from his mind- I only pray you are right, otherwise the only other reason is worse than death.
Belle....-his voice trailed off in her mind as he slipped back, Sky meanwhile stepped forward to brace Beelzebub- hey? you alright?..-Beelzebub righted herself, trying to stay focused to not slip form her mortal guise- I'll be fine ... he used the Arch Demons energy against Lucifer to harm him.-she looked at him- You may be the only one conscious who can use it ... -Sky paused as he spoke-.... Go No-Ken...-he looked down slowly to his friend-...reckless son of a.....-she shook her head- I warn you McCloud same as I warned Brandon, the more you use it, the more it destroys you
Sky looked to Beelzebub smiling sadly- Do you think this is a time to play it safe?...-Beelzebub frowned and spoke with genuine concern-... I fear death will be the least of your problems if it goes wrong..-he looked at her- Who said life was safe... How is he doing in there?..-She repressed the urge to growl-The drugs are dampening his mind, his curse is dampening everything else.-Sky hissed then turned somber- I'll get back to training then.....
Beelzebub nodded- As will I ... I fear for our futures..-he chuckled a bit-Well, If you two get married then yeah I'd fear for the future, okay okay no more jokes... -Beelzebub raised a hairless brow-... don't quit your day job McCloud, you'll never make it in comedy.-Sky chuckled- good advice.....but....that would be something to look forward too really...-Beelzebub narrowed her eyes at Sky-Let me feel for him as a friend before we get any further.-Sky smirked slightly- Oh come on Beelzebub... most of us noticed...
Beelzebub stared at Sky stone faced-McCloud?-Sky sighed- yeah yeah I know... shut up...-he turned and slowly walked out of the ICU, Beelzebub moved to follow- Not quite what i was going to say, but it'll do. -Sky turned a corner then almost bumped into Dixie- whoa.. uhh sorry there Dixie -Dixie looked as happy as they did- Hey kid ... how's he doing?-Sky explained in short what was going on thus far- That's the short of it. .-she nodded- I see. I can only wish him the best. I'll see him for a little bit then head back to work.
Sky nodded then walked off with Beelzebub- so...what else did he say ? -he trailed off as the two left the hospital, then Oggstrosse's voice came into Dixie's mind-You feel for the boy, don't you Freya?-Freya looked down at B-mans unmoving form- He's been a good customer to me -she could hear him chuckling-Should I be wary of your loyalties? -she chuckled quietly- Very funny My lord, you know I am loyal upmost to you. I take it you heard what was said?-Oggstrosse replied after a moment-Indeed ... everything is falling into its proper place, as I had predicted. Soon Freya, soon.-Freya smiled slowly-: We'll rule once more?-Oggstrosse replied matter of factly-No .... better than before. This time I won't make any mistakes, this time I will not be so merciful.
-Once Sky and Beelzebub got outside, she finally grimaced with discomfort- I have a sense of dread McCloud ... -she suddenly announced, Sky stopped in mid thought- About him? -he motioned back to the hospital- Or is something else?.-she looked up to the sky, it was darkening with rain clouds-I'm not sure, Recent events have just left me paranoid.-Sky nodded slowly- Yeah, it's left us all feeling a little like that. - finally he voiced what was on his mind- I can't imagine what you must be feeling, all those months with B, then to see him like this for the first time...-his attention turned to Beelzebub fully- He will pull through, I just know it. -looking back once more to the hospital he spoke- He's too damn stubborn to die.
I'm not a stranger to loss McCloud, I've felt it plenty in my years. -she sighed and shook her head- I have few friends ... very few, I'd rather not see one die and become undone.-Sky shook his head as well then turned back- Oh come on now, I know how you two have been. Most aren't blind when it comes to those matters, he means as much to you as Baphomet. -he held his hands up- sorry...-with a long sigh he turned and began to walk- I need to get back to training. -she replied coldly- Baphomet I'm sure will aid you, it's better to train with another person there.
You're going back to where you left off ? -he replied in the same cold fashion- Just don't get yourself almost killed like last time...-she rubbed her head wearily-I'll be fine. Something must have attacked me, but I don't remember what.-Sky blinked then looked back- Where did you go exactly? We were all meaning to ask you -Beelzebub continued to stare ahead- I went far away from anyone, into the desert of Hell-Sky stared at her for a long moment, then simply nodded- well I'm going to check on B's dojo first, then i'll be back in hell soon
-Beelzebub stopped as the two reached a safe spot to teleport out of sight-I've ensured there are still guards there incase Lucifer or Oggstrosse or either of their minions appear. -Sky watched her for a long moment before finally acknowledging her-Right...-was all he said before walking off down the street leaving Beelzebub alone in the alleyway, she glanced around then vanished in a burst of hellfire, Instead of heading to the dojo right away Sky wandered the streets of Toronto for a little while, stopping at a few places, the exact spots before he had died- if I had lived....-with his mind made up he headed back to the Dojo to check on things.