A new reality

Lucifer had escorted me to Lilliths room where I asked Lamia to join me. A large clawfoot tub sat desolate within a large tiled room and small sink sat off to the corner. I filled the tun and climbed in, the water burning my skin with its warmth. I rested my head and floated within the tub replaying the past few days in my head, trying to make sense of it all when I realized that another piece of my gifted prophecy had been fulfilled. The only remaining piece was Drag. The door clicking pulled me from my thoughts and I looked up to see Lamia almost to the tub carrying a small stool. "So had a rough day?" she said settling the stool down and sitting on it. I nodded and absorbed her features. Her black skin covered her body but was dressed with golden swirls that matched my black swirls. Her black hair cascaded with golden inlays and her petite face held wrath in her blackened eyes. As if catching me she began to speak softly seeming to stare off into the distance, "My marks outwardly reflect my inward pain. It took me a long time to figure that out.". "How did you overcome the pain? Don't you still see it?" I asked tears blurring my vision once again. Lamia blinked a few times as if trying to pull herself back to now when she spoke again, "Mia, it's not about the pain but how we overcome it. Some days it will be worse and others you'll barely notice it. It will always be repeating in your head for all of eternity. Use it to your advantage as your armor.". She then began to sway her hand in the water of the tub. "The pain and anger you feel can be molded into strength. Use it." she lazily said. I closed my eyes pondering on her words. "Thank you." I whispered and she solenly nodded to me. After she got up collecting her stool and heading for the door. As she was walking away I heard her say right above a whisper, "If you need me, I'm here." before exiting the bathroom. I sat in the water until it started to become cold. Lilith had brought me a black gown with slits up to the hips on either side and that was to be what I wore here during my time. A small black nightgown sat on the sink and I slipped it on once I was dry. It hung to my knees and was soft as silk. Once I emerged from the bathroom with my dress in tow, Lucifer collected it from me and guided me out of the room. I hugged myself and stared at the floor until we reached the room. Once Lucifer had shut the door, he stared at me stroking his beard as if he was thinking about something. I looked around the room the smell of lavender long gone and noticed an entirely new bed sat where just hours ago, the old one was destroyed. A new smell of something I couldn't place. It was relaxing with a hint of sweetness and made me realize how tired I was. "What is that smell?" I broke the silence. Lucifer's gaze was fixed on me as he replied, "Chamomile. I thought after our earlier encounter, you would need something to help your nerves.". I looked at him narrowing my eyes wondering just what he was up to. As if reading my mind he sat over on the edge of the bed and tapped the comforter motioning for me to come sit by him. I went over and sat opposite of him on the bed sinking into its softness. I couldn't quite make out just what his face was trying to express. He looked like he kept wanting to speak but turned away as he was beginning to talk. He crinkled his nose a couple of times and if I'm not mistaken he blushed. If Lamia was still in my head, she would be getting a kick out of it. I rubbed my eyes and fell back on the bed, "Can you just spit out please. I want to go to sleep.". I looked over at him and he had began to tap his chin as if questioning if he should say it. I rolled my eyes and let out an audible huff. He caught my gaze but quickly stood up and away from me going over to the desk. He reached up and began rubbing the nape of his neck before he flung his arms down and began to speak. "My intent is not to hurt you Mia. I will never hurt you. I am asking you to not share this with any of your cohorts.". I sat up on my elbows and looked at him. I gave him a small nod and he continued, "I can be cruel but I would never be cruel to you. You're not much my type, but you have your humanity and can reciprocate the feelings that I give you. With that, I will not allow anyone to take you away from me. You are mine Mia and you will be the highest trained in Hell to ensure your personal safety.". I pondered on his words for a moment before responding, "You can't force me to love you.". He furroughed his brows together as if I had offended him. "I'm not forcing you to do anything. I just want the chance." He replied leaning forward towards me. I crawled to the top of the bed and slid under the covers. "Give me Mike's soul." I said. He hiked an eyebrow in confusion. "Who is this Mike?" he asked. "The guy who broke me." I angrily huffed. Lucifer stood immediately clenching his fists, "And just what all did this 'Mike' do to you?". "Oh ya know, the freak out I had earlier?" I asked him and he nodded, his eyes glowing that crimson again. "Yea he's responsible for that. Find him and let me end my pain.". He nodded again and immediately went through the door. I heard him calling angrily for Lamia growing farther and farther away down the hall. I closed my eyes and drifted to sleep quickly.