Denix Vames

Carter had been drinking a nice hot cup of blood on the couch. He turned to Amelia, "You know one of these days, we've got to hang out when there isn't danger around every corner." Sebastian had been sitting right next to him with his own cup. --- Death took a deep breath, "Normally I would disagree on such a notion. However, I have learned many things recently. I will accept your deal. I only ask one more thing. That you help me when you are called just as you will help me now. Believe it or not, I find your skills to be impressive and most invaluable." --- Travis kissed his cheek. He uttered, "L-Lucky....too." --- James wondered how he was able to hear Damien's voice. Did Damien have the ability to place his voice in anyone's head? Either way, it seemed like he could feel or at least hear something was wrong. Immediately, he ran towards the direction of the fear he felt. Samson bit into his neck. Taking some blood and enjoying the taste as he realized what Damien was. James suddenly busted the door down. He glared at Samson. Picking him up by his neck, he began to squeeze as Samson struggled. Until his neck finally broke. He threw the vampire aside and helped Damien up. "You should have known better. You were nearly killed." --- The agent placed a recording device on the table. "Sit and tell me everything. We can guarantee your protection so long as you remain truthful." He sat down and hit the button to record.

Charles nodded, "I hope they're better at this than we could ever be." He disappeared. --- Life hugged her tightly, "I missed having arms. It's so good to see you." Raven said, "I-" His eyes widened at the sight of Lily. Death seemed concerned as he stood there. He clutched his head and headed to his throne. Sitting there with unfortunate thoughts in his head. Everyone looked to him in that moment. He finally spoke, "Lily's friend has been taken. The one called Bob? If not even my own can find him then I fear runes are keeping him from escaping his prison. I don't know what to do." Raven stepped forward, "I know my powers are different here but maybe I can try and detect the runes?" He glanced at David, "And I think I can reverse the damage that I did." He frowned, "It's the least I can do after all the suffering that I caused." Life awkwardly scratched the back of his neck, "I also should help. I was being an ass earlier." He touched Lily's shoulder but this time his grip was firm but gentle. With a smile, he said, "I do have a niece to protect, don't I? And her friends are my friends." Death smiled at the family he had, "Very well. Azrael take Life and Raven to the vacant room. It is where they will be able to concentrate the most on their powers." --- Travis nodded. Instead of horror movies, he would pick a sitcom. Knowing that Malone needed some cheesy humor. --- James said, "Anything that you would want to do. I want to know what you like." He nodded, "Good night." He headed out. "Damien?" He had spoken out loud to catch his attention. Not sure if this would work. His hope was that Damien would appear and take him back home. --- Samson smiled, "Thank you. You're handsome yourself." He soon parked at his driveway. Helping Damien inside and to a sofa chair before locking the door. The blinds were over the windows to avoid sunlight. He suddenly grabbed Damien by his jacket and pinned him to the floor. His fangs protruded. "It's too easy these days!" --- Sawyer slipped the sim card in and dialed up a number. Once he reached a line, he requested for a ride. Explaining the whole ordeal in a short summary. An agent appeared and grabbed the two. They soon appeared in an interrogation room. Sawyer stood in front of Kat, "Don't! Please sir! He's not like that! He's a good man. Don't do anything to him! Just let him go. I can take the blame." An agent replied, "You should know better than to say things like that. He's gotten to your head. We will keep you locked up until questioning." Two agents grabbed Sawyer as he struggled, "No! Let me go!"

don't worry. it's all good. the message looks like it came out nicely.

"True enough." Charles and Amelia would teleport themselves to Stevie. It didn't take long for Charles to knock him out. "Now, I'm sure there's a hospital somewhere that could help him. I assume there will be Angels there too. We can tell them about this boy. In fact, they could be one of those angelic wristbands on him so he doesn't cause a fuss." --- Death nodded. Raven followed him. Gabriel raised a brow, "Huh! Guess you were the right person to talk to him after all." "Yes but not many tend to listen despite evidence of my actions." Death unlocked the cage and allowed Life to get out. He snapped his fingers. Life was once again in his human form. He stretched out his muscles, "Finally! That cage was a pain in the ass!" He pointed at Raven, "Is this the boy? No way did you actually convince him!" Death crossed his arms and smirked. Life sighed, "Guess I was being an ass. Although, I am impressed that you turned me into a chicken. Seemed like something I would have done too." He playfully elbowed Death's side. Death found himself actually smiling because of his brother. He quickly cleared his throat, "Since there is no danger now, you may go." Life pat his back, "Why would I leave when I've got to apologize to my niece? I have a lot to make up for." He nodded at Raven, "Let me guess. My nephew?" Death replied, "Nothing gets past you." Raven walked over to David, "I heard that I did something terrible to someone. I'm really sorry. Can I see them? I think I can fix what happened." --- Travis gave a thumbs up to let him know they were all good. He lowered his hand soon after and gently hugged him. Letting him know that he wasn't alone. --- James blushed too. He caught his breath, "Thank you May. For giving me something to believe in. Despite time, if you call to me, I will always be there to help you." --- "Of course. My house is far nicer than the noise anyways." Samson guided him to the car outside. Helping him into the passenger seat before getting to the driver's side. He soon started the car and drove down the road. --- Sawyer clutched his head, "I wish I could just find a way to contact an agent from headquarters. Any one of them could have teleported us to safety. Most of them aren't human so we could have an advantage against these guys. But that's only wishful thinking." He rubbed his temple, "I really got us into a fucking shit pile, didn't I?"

"Then we need to track him down and put him in a place where he can't harm himself or other people." ,said Charles. --- Raven had closed the portal. Giving every realm a sense of peace once again. Death would appear with him by David. He smirked, "Did you really think I would let this boy be lost? He has finally found his place here." Raven nervously rubbed his arm, "So I closed the portal. I didn't know how bad things would get. Also sorry about nearly killing everyone. It's a long story." --- Travis moved a bit after feeling a gust of wind against his face. He opened his eyes and slowly caught on to the sounds of crying. He walked over to the bathroom and said, "Malone?" --- "Of course." James opened the door for her. He walked by her side as he kept looking in different directions. Making sure that nothing or no one would attempt to harm her. --- The vampire replied, "I'm Samson! How about we have some private time outside?" --- Sawyer sighed. He whispered, "I could say the same about the CIA. But we can't be like this forever."

Raven replied, "He told me everything. His father is a terrible man." Death took his hand, "We must close that portal before more damage is done. I'll take him there. You two can handle the boy." The duo disappeared. --- Travis was watching TV with Pickles by his side. He soon fell asleep on the couch with the dog. Malone would find them both there. --- James had finished his coffee. He nodded, "Of course. In fact, I can guard you at all times if you'd like." --- A vampire grabbed at Damian's waist and made his move to brush himself against him. He had pale skin, long dark brown hair that reached his shoulders, and a black suit. Despite his appearance, his eyes showed violence with a sickening grin. --- Sawyer bit his lip, "Aren't there already gone? I mean c'mon!" He couldn't stop staring at his lips. He wanted to suddenly kiss him but refrained in case Kat wasn't interested.

Raven raised his hands and stopped every single shard in place. Taking them gently to the floor. He took a bite out of his slice, "This is delicious!" Charles clenched his fists, "We have another problem now. How the hell are we going to get that kid to calm down and listen to reason?" Raven sighed, "I don't think you can. I'm not even from here but I wasn't even enough for him to trust." --- Will's body suddenly glowed purple after hearing about a contract. "Don't worry. I'll take care of that." He disappeared. Forcing the suspect to destroy the contract by torturing him. It wasn't something he would ever do but this case wasn't exactly normal. --- James said, "Thanks. I appreciate the encouragement." --- Blaire set the bottle down, "How about you have this one on the house? I make plenty of money for this club as is. Giving out a bottle once in a while doesn't hurt my paycheck." --- Sawyer whispered, "How long should we wait here?" He tried to move his feet as he was uncomfortable. Tripping over some items, he accidentally leaned against Kat. His hands touching his bare chest, "Sorry."

Raven's eyes glowed. He stood with a glare as he raised a hand. Ready to kill. Death gently pushed his hand down, "Let the royals of Hell deal with this. They know what to do." He guided Raven to the table where he offered a slice of pepperoni pizza. Charles sighed, "I'm not sure if we can get through to that boy. What do you think, Amelia?" --- Will got up from his computer and walked over, "You did what you had to do. You're life and the hostage's life was in danger. You had a good reason to shoot." He touched his shoulder, "I've had my fair share of gun fights. What you did wasn't wrong. How about you go home for the rest of the day? Get some rest and hang out with your boyfriend?" --- James carefully opened two sugar packets. Worried about destroying anything. He steadied his hand as he poured the milk. Once he set it down, his hand was shaking. "I still have concerns. I keep destroying things. I don't know if I can really do anything without breaking it. This was a struggle already just making coffee." --- Blaire nonchalantly waved her hand as she poured another drink, "You've lived how long under Lucifer's reign and you still can't seem to figure that out? Of course, it does happen late sometimes. As for finding you a willing partner, I guess you'd have to find someone you can actually. You can't just ask a random vamp. You don't know what their intentions are. I suggest dating first." --- Sawyer couldn't help but stare at Kat. His heart raced fast. Hearing his own heartbeats in his ears. He felt like his face was flushed. Feeling glad that Kat couldn't see a thing right now.

Raven held his hand, "I'm offering you a new home with people who truly understand us. Can't you see that?" Death walked over, "He is right. Do not fear child. For we can help." --- Will had been finishing the last report associated with the riots. He looked up from his paperwork, "Come in." Once he saw Malone, he raised a brow. "From one friend to another, you look like shit." --- James blushed, "Oh! Uh..." Immediately, he drank a huge sip of the coffee. Suddenly, his face made a sour look. "Black coffee tastes like dirt!" He lowered his voice, "I mean I'd be happy to. I guess I wasn't expecting you to want to see me again." --- Blaire poured some Absinthe, "Let me guess? You want get freaky with a vampire? You're not the first buddy." --- Sawyer took out the lockpick out of his mouth which had been sutured into his cheek. He picked the lock and soon opened the door. Once they were inside, Sawyer gave him his coat. "Here. I rather not babysit a sick person." Despite the comment, he smiled.

Raven walked over and knelt by Stevie, "I know you're suffering but these people want to help. I can see that now. They're not like your friends or family. Even the being called Death is here to help. Doesn't tell you something?" --- The owner spat on his face, "Fucking bitch!" As he was dragged into the precinct, he knew he would get charged for spitting on an officer. He didn't care. He was just pissed. --- James quickly touched her hand, "It's ok. You're not pushing anything. I've never had a chance to experience traditions. I didn't even know they existed. I wish I got a chance." He gently brushed her hand with his thumb, "May I think you're beautiful because you're always strong and well headed in any situation. I admire you for it. I can see your strength." He looked down at his drink, "I only wish I could do something for you. I feel like I have nothing to give." --- Blaire had poured a drink for a customer, "Hey champ! What'll it be?" --- Sawyer nodded before following behind.

Charles nodded and smiled, "Ready." Just as they would appear, Death had been standing right next to Raven. Giving him a gentle conversation and a hug. He had hidden the plan from David that he would take himself to Raven. Charles's eyes widened, "Did you just broke a rule? You're Death! You're always so uptight about everything!" He cleared his throat, "No offense." Raven suddenly hugged Amelia, "I get it now. He told me everything. I can close the portal. And if it helps, I can go back where I came from." Tears had been streaming down his cheeks, "I don't want to be a burden." Death helped Amelia set the pizza on the table, "Not a burden young one. You can be taken in by me. I know your powers well for they are similar to mine. I can teach you to hone your skill for good." --- The owner grit his teeth, "Fucking country bullshit!" --- James swallowed the lump in his throat, "I....You know but I didn't want your friend to hear. I don't think she knows, does she? Anyways, it's something that I'm not proud of. Being a werewolf. I was....trained and told to do what was ordered to me." He sighed, "I really want to forget and be normal."

Charles continued on, "Only a bit tired. They might have eaten everything without thinking of saving it."

Charles replied, "They didn't appear to be sickly. It seems like they've been eating the food that was there." --- Death passed by him as he motioned his hand. A black ring appeared on David's finger with his letter on it. A simple gesture and apology. A ring that he can also take off of course. Death silently stepped into his room. Never looking at David as tears ran down his face. --- Ash took the paper and nodded, "Thank you." He wasn't sure what to make of what he learned about Malone but he was grateful. He headed back into the strip club to change into regular clothes. Planning on heading there now. The owner glared at Malone, "You think you've won? A contract is binding. He will never escape me." --- James couldn't help but smile at how kind they were to him. He said to Sasha, "You're a nice person. I like that." He continued, "Black coffee then. I can't wait to try hum....I mean new drinks and food."

Hades gave a thumbs up, "Sure thing." Ash nodded, "Of course my lady." --- Death lowered his hand. He sighed and walked away, "I'm going to my chambers. Watch me sleep if you must but I need to rest." --- "Don't you get it? I had nothing! He was right. Before I met him, I was homeless. Kicked out from home for being gay because my parents were religious shits!" ,said Ash. "This was all I had." --- James was about to reply but realized he didn't know any of these items. "What should I have?"

"Yeah! We can totally get it tattooed!" ,said Pain. Hades couldn't help but giggle. --- Death glared, "Need I remind you what I can do?" He raised a hand. "Just one more word out of you and I will make your existence worse than what you have been through." --- Ash stepped outside of the strip club. He gave Malone a pleading look as tears dripped down his cheeks but he couldn't bring himself to say anything. After their last interaction, he didn't think Malone would want to help. The owner smirked at Ash who looked away. --- James was surprised by her response. He nervously smiled, for the first time, and spoke, "Well yes. I don't know what you normally do. I assume coffee is the first step. Damian also told me about beaches and parks." He couldn't help but mesmerize her. Despite not wearing anything fancy or sparkly, he still said, "You look beautiful." Immediately, he cleared his throat. "I mean....Uh...."

Grim shouted, "Whoo hoo!" Pain said, "Let's get this started!" Storm smiled at his two friends. Happy to see that he kept the company in good spirits. He followed them with excitement too. Pain held out his arm, "Can I like have your autograph, Queen of Hell?" "Don't forget about me King Master!" ,said Pain. Charles let out an exasperated sigh but he couldn't help it when that smile reached his face. --- Death's eyes glowed, "You dare to talk to me that way? Know your place demon!" --- Despite being a demon, the pain was too much, so the owner was forced to follow his instructions. Ash looked up from his knees and was surprised to find Malone scared. He had never seen him like that before. --- James blushed when her hand touched his arm. He bit his lip and stopped walking, "I'm sorry. I've been destroying everything, haven't I? I ruined the garden at the hospital. I broke your car and....I was never meant to be normal. May, I was trained to be an emotionless soldier. I've never had interactions that weren't involved in battlefields. Maybe I shouldn't have asked you. I know you wouldn't want a weapon like me." He was once again caught up in what ADIEU had once taught him. His eyes sparkled as tears seemed to try and leave but he held them back. Remaining strong for her despite everything he said.

Hades couldn't help but smirk when Amelia asked that question. The band immediately chanted the word demon as they held out a rock and roll symbol from their hands. She looked at her, "Did you really just asked that question to a bunch of Satanists?" --- Death gripped the armrests of his throne, "Why?" He stepped down from the throne once he saw David. "All of you think that I cannot help myself and yet who has existed for eons? Who has protected the realm of the dead from those who wish to destroy it? It is I!" His eyes widened as he paused. He stormed over to David, "The boy! You know where he is now. Tell me!" --- The owner frustratingly groaned. He tossed Ash aside and walked over to Malone, "I want a fair fight! Not your bullshit backup!" Yet, once he got close enough, Malone would fire his gun. The owner collapsed and clutched his leg as he cried out. Ash sat in a corner and covered his face. Scared about what else might happen. --- "Of course. But you never have to worry about me getting hurt. I trained as a soldier to endure pain and be stronger against the wounds that I received in battle." James pulled out a wad of cash, "Damian gave me this. It's called money, right? We're supposed to use it to get coffee." As they made their way to Nurse May's car, he reached the handle. "Let me get that for you." He gripped the handle and attempted to open the car door once it was unlocked. Unfortunately, due to his strength, he had yanked the car door off of its hinges. Immediately, his face went red. "Uh I'm sorry! I can fix that if you have any tools in the trunk?"

Death nodded at Azrael, "Go with her and find her friend. I cannot leave my realm as you know." --- Raven took himself to a bedroom where he looked out the window. He knew that Stevie was hurt too. That's why he brought him as help. Yet, it seemed like he would be hard to control. --- Charles cleared his throat, "Of course. Your services are not needed anymore. Thank you for helping us." Ash waved at Theodore with a smile. Grim walked over to David, "He's a human now. He has short brown hair, a beard, and he's white. But like we said, he should be at Pain's house." --- The owner laughed. He put Ash between himself and Malone. "Go ahead. Give it your best shot." Yet, the owner was too dumb to realize that his head was still a good target. Ash said, "M-Malone....I'm sorry for what I did to Travis. Please tell him I'm sorry." --- Since everything had been finally calming down, James decided to head back into the hospital. He grabbed a bunch of roses from the front of the building where they had been planted. He held the roses tightly in his hand. Giving himself several cuts from the thorns as they made him bleed. He hid them behind his back. Walking over to Nurse Mary, he took out the roses from his back. James swallowed the lump in his throat, "Uh I got these for you."

Death snatched a book from one of the Reapers. He went back to the page and looked it over again. "Hold on a moment. Bob isn't on the list. There are only three names." He handed the book back to the reaper. "Do you know where Bob would go? It appears that he's still alive." --- "I don't know but we'll see them when they show up. Until then, just do whatever you do." ,said Raven. --- Grim and Storm looked each other. Grim awkwardly scratched the back of his head, "He wasn't with us. We needed some music time so he stayed at Pain's house. I just hope he's ok." Charles rolled his eyes at Amelia, "I rather not have people pray to me to solve their problems." Storm hesitantly walked over to Hades. Yet, she turned back. "Don't! I don't want you to see me like this. I know what you'll say." Storm reached her. His hands were on her face. She had tears running down her cheeks as they looked into each other's eyes. He smiled, "You're still Hades." She hugged him tightly. Relieved to know that she was accepted. Grim and Pain ran in for a big group hug. Pain said, "And besides, what's more metal than being a Hellhound!" Charles raised a brow, "How did you know what she was?" Grim pulled out a pentagram keychain, "We're into the occult. When we're not rocking it out, we study." --- The owner sighed, "This was fun but it's getting boring now." He swiped at the cuffs. Breaking the chain easily with his powers. He pulled Malone into the officer and locked the door. Throwing Malone to a wall, he reached out to Ash as a collar suddenly appeared around his neck with a chain dangling down. The owner grabbed the chain and pulled on it. Forcing Ash to stand by him, "You see dear officer. I am no ordinary businessman. I am a Demon. And I just happen to have a few tricks up my sleeve. So when he says he can't work anywhere else, he really means it." Ash frowned, "Malone! I-I'm sorry! I was homeless when I was eighteen. I didn't know what to do and then he came and-" The owner pulled at the chain, "That's enough! I don't need you telling this bitch everything."

yeah I don't think she's ever met them. im not sure

Death nodded, "Of course." He gently brought Lily into a hug and stroke the back of her head. "It's going to be alright. You will see them soon." --- Raven nodded, "Good to hear. I'll let you know when we should start fighting." --- Hades's eyes widened, "Oh my god! What happened?" Storm raised a brow, "Whoa! Is that you babe?" Hades flustered and hid her face with her hair. Grim spoke, "There was an earthquake and I guess we couldn't hear it or feel it since we were practicing for our next performance. We rock it out, ya see. So everything came down on us and pretty much squished us to death like a couple of bugs. Then we showed up here." The last member said, "Is this Hell? Totally radical! We're satanists by heart." --- Ash forced himself up, "Please Malone. Don't do this. You don't know what kind of trouble you're getting into. And I need this job! I have to pay my rent!" The owner grinned, "What did I tell ya officer? I've got a full house."

Death frowned. His grip on the book grew tight but reluctantly showed the page to Lily. "They may be dead and it may be terrible news. Yet fear not. For they will return again as different beings. And you will be able to see them again." --- Raven turned to him, "I need to know what the hell is going on. I'm not exactly fond of being on the run either. So you're going to let this happen and don't try to hurt any of them. I don't want a them battle when I need info." --- Hades touched her shoulder, "At least we got something decent out of that. You alright?" A voice shouted, "Is this the place?" Suddenly, Storm and the other band members stepped inside. --- The owner grit his teeth. He shoved Ash at the wall. Ash hit the wall and dropped to his side where he was bleeding on the side of his head as he silently cried. The owner turned around and placed his hands behind his back. Once handcuffed, he said, "You'll get what's coming to you soon pig."

Death thought for a moment and called to a reaper, "You there! Can you tell me if any of Lily's friends are on the list?" Unfortunately, the band had been practicing when another earthquake had struck. The roof collapsed and killed everyone there. Sending them all to Hell. --- Raven bit his lip, "You're right about that. And I could have destroyed this hologram too." He crossed his arms but nodded, "You have a deal. Just tell me where to meet you." --- The owner took a step back and whistled. Immediately, Ash ran over. His face became pale when he saw Malone. The owner glared as he grabbed Ash, "Get over here!" He wrapped a hand around his throat, "Now officer. If you don't mind I'd like to get on with my day unless you want to see a broken neck." Ash shouted, "No! Don't!" "Shut up!" The owner backhanded him before grabbing him again. Ash was left with a bruised eye. The owner said, "I own you. You were nothing when I found you. So behave like a good boy and maybe I won't make your death so painful." He looked at Malone, "Get the picture? I run things around here. You don't."

Death spoke, "La Tramoggia does not care to help others except for herself. My reapers are researching this curse at the moment. Though, I am unfamiliar with your interactions with David." --- Raven's eyes glowed, "And why should I trust you? How do I know you won't just kill me?" --- The owner opened the door. He smirked at the sight of an officer, "Looking to enjoy the variety here? I can give you a discount for serving the city."

Death began walking outside with Life in his hands. Gabriel followed, "You got that right! Guess I can have fun watching him hang out by the throne." Death nodded at Lily, "Do not worry ever again. I made sure La Tramoggia and Life knew not to fool around again. Life has been transformed into this chicken. It is only temporary so that he may have some time to think. I shall place him by my throne as something to look at. As La Tramoggia, she learned enough from me that she will never speak to you like that again." Death soon reached his throne where he summoned a pole with a hook. He placed the ring of the cage on it so that it could hang from there. He sat down and took a calming breath, "Isn't this far better dear brother? I'd say a chicken truly suits you." --- Raven gently pushed Stevie back, "Let me handle. I have been with this power longer than you." He glared at her, "You said you want to talk. Yet, I am ready to fight in case anyone else appears." He glared, "You've taken my love. Now, you're here to do what? Take my powers? I will destroy everyone and everything so you know how true pain feels!" --- Slowly but surely things in New York City were a lot less crazy than they were before. With the help everyone, things were getting better. This also meant that officers could go back to their regular duties. Like Officer Malone who was heading to a gay strip club with a warrant for the owner's arrest. The charges involved selling drugs. He would be surprised to see Ash, the same man who had assaulted his boyfriend, dancing in a leather skirt and boots. His chest visible. Showing that he had muscles. It appeared that Ash was excellent in pole dancing but he seemed heartbroken. Hiding his pain through a fake smile.