Hellbound (Hazbin Hotel x Reader)

Chapter 44: A Good Day

"Loosen up a bit" Val remarked, his tone tinged with a hint of impatience as he observed my stiff posture. "You're too tense". I nodded, feeling a pang of self-consciousness at his critique. I knew he was right—I needed to relax if I wanted to nail the poses and make the most of the photo shoot. But despite my best efforts, I couldn't seem to shake off the nerves that had settled in the pit of my stomach. Before I could muster a response, Val approached me with a curious glint in his eyes. He gently lifted my chin with a finger, his touch surprisingly gentle as he leaned in close. His voice dropping to a low murmur as he offered me some guidance. "Remember, we're selling sex here," he said softly, his eyes locking with mine. "You need to have that look, that sultry, enticing look that draws people in, that look I remember seeing when you were in my bed". And then, without warning, he blew a puff of his smoke in my face, the faint scent lingering in the air around me. Instantly, I felt a rush of warmth and euphoria wash over me, the tension in my muscles melting away as though by magic. The familiar sensation of intoxication swept through my veins, filling me with a sense of calm and relaxation that I hadn't felt in weeks. With his smoke working its magic, I found myself able to let go of my inhibitions and embrace the moment with renewed confidence. As the camera clicked away, capturing my every move, I moved with a newfound grace and fluidity, each pose coming more naturally than the last.

As the photo shoot progressed, Val guided us through a variety of different outfits and poses, each one more daring and provocative than the last. With each new ensemble, I felt myself slipping further into the role, channeling the sultry energy that he had encouraged me to embrace. Angel, too, seemed to thrive under Val's direction, his natural charisma and charm shining through with every pose he struck. Together, we moved in perfect harmony, our bodies pressed close as we effortlessly slipped into each new position with practiced ease. Val's excitement was palpable as the camera snapped away, his eyes alight with anticipation as he captured the raw sensuality of our dynamic. With each click of the camera shutter, I could sense the magic unfolding before us, the chemistry between Angel and me sparking to life in every frame. As the shoot drew to a close, Val stepped back to review the images, a satisfied grin spreading across his face. "These are going to be a hit" he declared, his voice brimming with confidence. "Demons are going to love them". And as I glanced over at Angel, our bodies still pressed together in perfect harmony, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride and excitement at what we had accomplished together.

As we made our way back to the changing room, Angel's voice broke through the silence, his tone filled with incredulity and disbelief. "Did I hear that right?" he asked, his eyes wide with surprise. "Did Val say he had you in his bed?". I paused, taken aback by Angel's question, unsure of how to respond. The memory of Val's suggestive comment replayed in my mind, his words lingering in the air like a weight on my shoulders. "Yeah, he did," I confirmed, my voice barely above a whisper, twinged with a hint of embarrassment. "But it was just once, and I did it to... well, to piss Vox off". His eyes widened in surprise at my confession, his expression a mix of shock and concern. "Seriously?" he exclaimed, disbelief evident in his tone. I nodded, feeling a wave of guilt wash over me as I recalled the events of that night. "Yeah, I know it was a stupid move" I confessed. "But in the moment, I was just so angry, and I thought... I don't know, I thought it might get under Vox's skin, which spoiler alert, it definitely did". He listened quietly, his expression softening as he processed my words. "I'm not judging" he said finally, his voice gentle and understanding. "I'm just... surprised, that's all".  I offered him a weak smile, grateful for his nonjudgmental response. "Yeah, it was definitely a mistake" I admitted. "But also, in my defence, he did kinda drug me with his saliva, I might not have gone so far otherwise". Concern etched on his features, Angel leaned in closer, his voice laced with worry. "Are you okay?" he asked softly, his eyes searching mine. "I know how rough Val can be". I nodded, grateful for his understanding. "Yeah, I'm okay," I assured him, offering a small smile. "It was just a one-time thing, and I've learned my lesson". He sighed, his expression reflecting a mixture of relief and concern. "Just be careful" he urged, his tone earnest. "Val may seem charming, but we both know he's not someone to mess with". I nodded in agreement, knowing all too well the dangers that lurked beneath Val's charming facade. "I will, it was definitely a reminder to be careful around him" I promised, determined to heed Angel's warning. "Thanks for looking out for me".