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''Nothing. You do nothing.''

''Nothing? We can't just do nothing and watch as Hell collapses. The Lord of Hell is missing and he has been missing for over twenty-two years now.'' Mammon argued.

''Well, what do you want me to do about that? The Lord of Hell is not a baby that would go missing for a few days and not take care of himself.'' Mammon was shocked at Beelzebub's reply to the problem on the ground. ''Besides, he claims to be the almighty- all-powerful invincible demon. He can handle himself nothing to worry about.''

''But Beel-''

''What?''

''The demons and the archdemons are getting suspicious day by day. It won't take them long before they find out that he is missing and we have been trying to cover for him for so long. Don't you see? If they find out about this they would think that-''

''Think what?'' Beel challenged with a hard glare. ''Think what exactly? That we did something to him? So that we as the Prince of Hell could take over and rule Hell? Is that what you think they would say about the situation on the ground?''

Everywhere was silent at what Beel said.

''Yes.'' Mammon sighed. ''Yes, Beel. We would be persecuted and charged for whom God knows what we would be charged for! Don't you want a clean record since the great fall from Heaven?''

Beel scoffed. He leaned back on his favorite wall. The wall he has been leaning on for thousands of years now. You can call them best friends.

''Like I care anyway.''

The ground beneath their feet began to quiver with an unsettling force as a deep, low rumble echoed through the air, intensifying the growing unease. The very presence of Levi could be felt as he materialized in Hell and stood mightily before them. Causing the tremors in Hell to pause.

What a dramatic way to announce his annoying self. Mammon thought.

''Oh goody, the golden boy has returned home already. The Lord of Hell's favorite brother.'' Beel mocked.

''Where in the hell have you been?'' Mammon began as his throat itched with so many questions.

''It is also nice to see you too Mammon.''

''Drop it with the friendly greetings. You know we hate each other. I can't stand you for a moment, you hypocrite.''

''Was I even praying for any of you to like me? I expected you all should have disowned me as your brother,'' Levi shrugged. He moved away from Mammon to face Beel. ''What is the problem? And why am I not surprised that Beel has not broken up with leaning on his favorite wall?''

Mammon hissed in anger as he walked over to Levi and pushed him away from Beel. ''He is a sad demon. You know about his condition and you still chose to mock him?'' Mammon clenched his teeth as he eyed Levi with rage.

''I am not...mocking him. I am just surprised that he is not even willing to change and do something about himself. And you all are not helping him.''

''What did you say? We are not helping him-''

''Levi, what brings you back to Hell?'' Beel interjected.

''Asmodeus. It appears that I am in a lot of trouble for him to call me.''

''Lots of trouble,'' Mammon stressed with a hard glare, but Levi ignored him.

''Where is he?'' Levi asked Beel.

''I can sense him in the throne room right now,'' Beel answered with a sigh. ''Anything else?''

''Nothing my brother. Thank you,''

Levi turned to Mammon and they both exchanged death glares at each other. ''Unlike some immature ones that just love to pick a fight at the slightest opportunity. I'll be back soon, brother, and please take good care of yourself.'' Levi vanished.

''Thank Hell I never missed him,'' Mammon said.

''No one did,'' Beel added.

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NOWEL

I entered the throne room, and I was surprised to see everyone gathered and present. What amazed me the most was that Hazel was also present at this assembly.

What is her business here? What in the hell could this meeting be all about?

I cleared my throat and sat down on the queen's high throne, which was next to the king's throne. I tried my best not to bite my nails out of anxiety. Why the royal court suddenly called for an assembly was killing me inside out.

Adranus stepped forward and bowed to Michael, and the meeting began.

''Since Her Highness is here already...'' So, they were all waiting for me? This should be fun! ''I shall go ahead and make with the announcements.''

Everybody kept quiet. This should be so good.

''As we all know it has been two months since His Majesty and Her Highness tied the knot and became one. The customs, laws, and traditions that apply to the one who sits on the throne demand royal consorts that would assist Her Highness in being the queen and fulfilling His Majesty's needs.

We all know that Her Highness can't do it all and Andromeda needs a strong, stable government to function properly. The king is entitled to one or two royal consorts and they also are regarded as the castle brides. While the first to get married to His Majesty shall be recognized as the Grand queen.''

Holy hell Mother of Roses saves my soul!

Royal consorts? I forgot about that!

I moved and shifted positions and the well-ventilated throne room became unbearably hot.

''Does His Majesty have someone in mind to assume that position?''

I turned 360 degrees if that was even possible to do while seated and faced Gorgeous. Please tell me you have no one in mind, Please. I held onto my gown as life support. I don't just want this to happen. Not now!

''I do.''

The crowd burst out into loud murmurs. It shocked Adranus but he tried his best not to make it obvious.

''Who is she?'' Royal consort Avana asked. She will soon be referred to as a former royal consort when new ones for Michael are elected.

Our eyes met. A dirty smile on her lips. You...little...whore. Not so innocent after all.

''Princess Hazel of Morbid.''

You have been a very bad lady, Hazel. And I am going to make sure you pay for that.