Hazbin Hotel: Heaven's Warm Arrival

Chapter 2: A Troublesome Meeting

   AS the message has finally been sent, all of them have determined to stop by one by one at the hotel for any tine and day as they wish, However all of them agreed on visiting one after another. Though not all of them aren't willing to do so as they decide to go in two's since they somehow needed someone to help each other out through awkward situations in spite of their traits. Whatever the case.

A few even argued that going there in two could cause major trouble to Hell and in Heaven to which God did not want to have. Though still, they insisted in going anyway, one of them even tried opposing in their dealt accordance. One even counterarguments their own statement while still making a point.

"I can't believe you're doing this Leroy, we need someone to watch over Heaven and maintaining Earth at the same time. He made you for that exact purpose! And why do we even need to go in two?"

"Joel, calm down, we know that our job here is important. But know that we also have free will, remember?" Leroy tilts his head, giving him a "You should relax sometime" look while raising an eyebrow as his hands are on his waist, trying to cheer him up. "And why? The more we could go the sooner we'll this done, then we could--"

"Don't 'Joel' me, Leroy..." He scowls as he suddenly cuts him off "I hadn't liked that name since." Jophiel's eyebrows scrunches with hearing his ridiculous nickname that they made up, with God not contradicting the idea. "And yet, It is still our job to do so and we must do it with no matter what with no excuses. So you will be left here and watch until the others are done." Leroy's expression suddenly drops, the way he looks at Johpiel turned stern but as lightly as it is.

"Besides, Azrael can handle himself, he does not need someone who can help him over this little task that we are handling." His words demanding and firm, he gazes over his, glancing directly through his eyes, not uttering a single word, waiting for his response to this matter.

"Look at you, this is what you always are! Always so uptight over everything! You're always taking things slow while we're here doing things can be more efficient!" Leroy letting out his anger towards Joel, shoving his words right at his face.

Jophiel was left in shock and silent, knowing the truth about him wasn't a lie. He was always so dedicated and precise about his work, and not understating any means, because that is what he is made for. Having the responsibility to do all his work may be an exaggerated experience, but that doesn't stop him from doing his job in spite of its complexity.

He looks at Leroy with a scornful look, scoffing as he leaves the meeting room saying; "You're lucky, I still have things to do, Leroy," He speaks with a soft and threatening tone. "Next time, I wouldn't be so sure." He left the room, shutting the door as it left an eerie silence around them.

With the feeling of nervousness, Leroy takes a big gulp as he starts to sweat, he rubs the back of his neck feeling a slight panic from provoking Jophiel. He groans along with a sigh, shaking his head with worry. "What have I done?" He reflects over his actions, as he looks at them.

Michael closes his eyes with crossed arms, "You shouldn't have aggrevated him, Leroy. But I agree with you there, regardless of his precision over his job, we need to be convenient to our work." He cracks a proud smile as he opens and looks at him. "I'm proud of you, you managed to stand up to yourself againts Jophiel."

"Yeah, me too as well. That was really impressive of what you did." Gabriel with a grin, letting out a soft sigh, he slowly gazes back at his face with a look of concern, yet with a reassured smile. "Though next time, try not to make things complicated okay? We can't have any more problems. Just talk it out smoothly, okay?"

Leroy nods with, his confidence finally grows back up to his usual self. A sudden laugh was suddenly uttered out from behind, hearing his footsteps drop on the floor from the pillars he sat on. He looks back, seeing Azrael, approaching with an amused grin.

"Man, that was amazing! That was the greatest drama I've ever seen in years!" He praised, chuckling as he hangs his arm over Leroy's shoulder, "Gotta say, you've got guts, I'm actually amazed of what you did, it was hilarious seeing his cold ego finally being thawed." He smirks, pulling away from him as he punches his arm lightly.

His smirk suddenly died down, becoming a bit more serious than he usually is. "But, yeah, Gabe's point... That was probably the worst decision you made, don't underestimate his threats, trust me. I've witnessed it before, it was... The worse experience I ever had."

"Oooh..." Shivers went down his spine just remembering the things Jophiel did to him as punishment. Leroy's confidence turns to worry and anxiety, biting his lower lip with the look of disturbance and with an uneasy feeling.

With a sudden burst of enthusiasm he smirks teasingly, "But hey, consider yourself lucky, he rarely forgives someone at random times." He chuckles nudging at Leroy's arm with his shoulder, leaving him alone as he walks away. Before he disappears from the room, he takes a last over his shoulder and says;

"You know, I might let you come with me, it would be boring without someone to talk to, yeah?" Leaving without further notice towards his response. He was quiet as then curiosity piqued his interest, trying something that could at least reduce the tension between the two of them.

As Leroy is wondering, they couldn't help but look at him, pacing around back and forth. All of them were worried, some feeling bad of what's gonna happen, knowing that he should be careful. Cassius senses his peculiar movements, he leans against the table, inspecting and analyzing him, until he finally spoke.

"What are you on about? You seem to be planning on something, care to tell?" Cassius tilts his head, with his hands clasping together and his eyebrow raised. He thinks about what his plans are, taking a shot of guessing what his intents were.

Leroy kept thinking, he still proceeds to pace back and forth as with his fingers pinching his chin. His look of determination and nervousness took over, continuing ponder the things that he would do. After seconds of silence which caused awkwardness in the room. Cassius tries to liven it up, saying;

"So, you're not gonna tell me? I mean, yeah, sure, that's fine. I can just wait for another time, yeah." Cassius attempted to change the subject as Leroy got back to his senses and stuttered. "W-Wait, what? You're saying?"

"I was saying that what are you thinking? Any thoughts that you could share?" Cassius tilts his head forward, raising his eyebrows, looking at him with tucked lips. "O-Oh well—Nothing at the moment, I was just thinking that... Maybe I could apologize and work things out with Joel- I-I mean, Jophiel, maybe... Maybe! He could  just forgive me."

"Oh, well..." He didn't expect such a simple answer from him, making things more awkward. "Then, um... I suppose you should. I mean you got him all pretty worked up after all, maybe he's in his office right now probably turning the world upside down. Who knows? Best to check it out if I was you."

He shrugs as he crosses his legs, leaning back against his seat. Leroy is taken aback by his words and realizes that, that might be the only way to gain his camaraderie among friends. "Hm, you're right. I should check on him to see if he's okay, thanks for letting me know." He nods at Cassius, taking a deep breath and looking ahead with determination and confidence.

Once leaving the room, Cassius was left puzzled about how he quickly decided about it from a sudden suggestion of his, though he didn't do much work, he did something to help Leroy out at least. While walking in the long hallways, he takes a glance from far ahead as he squints his eyes, not sure if it's the right door or not.

However, there was a glimpse of light seen under the door, he thinks that it might be the door that leads to his office, considering it as he goes. He knocks and opens it, he peeks in and sees him doing his assigned task, his hand waves and flicks, hovering everything to keep things in their proper places.

Maintaining the spaces that is once needed to be in position, taking it slow and mindful of what he is doing, because once it is messed up it will never be changed again. Once the task is done; he sighs, looking out the corner of his eye. "How long have you been watching there?"

Leroy was startled by the surprise of Jophiel knowing he was there all along. He takes a soft gulp and enters his office, "U-Uh, not too long, just um..."  He trails off, he fiddles with his fingers as he takes a deep breath. "I'm here to say something  because... I want to apologize, that was not what I intended to do. Forgive me."

Leroy with a look of concern, he lowers his head, hoping that he would acknowledge his mistake. Jophiel was silent not wanting to speak up, though sulking, he was the one who was supposed to apologize, not understanding his mistake. The reason for the manner in which he acts is that his position requires plenty of patience and accuracy in order to avoid such errors that could happen.

"Oh, still mad at me, huh? That's fine, you don't have to forgive me, the only thing I want is to make things clear. Is that okay? I'm gonna... I'll just leave." He grins nervously, as he takes a step back and holds onto the door knob. He was suddenly stopped as Leroy heard a word from him.

"Wait..." Jophiel groans softly, turning around to face him, "You don't have to be sorry, I understand how it is. I let my anger get the best of me." Jophiel sighs, closing the distance towards them as he stands. His look is still blank yet slightly stern, Leroy looks back over to him, and a pleased smile creeps over his worried façade.

"You know how my work goes, right? One of the very slightest mistakes could lead to many problems. So, try to understand what I'm dealing with, it's not that easy." Jophiel puts a hand on Leroy's shoulder, patting it lightly and firmly. "Y-Yeah, right, sorry for doubting. I just thought that you could agree that two people would go down there. I shouldn't have brought that up."

"I know some things could go bad if you left it unattended, I hope you are not mad at me anymore." Leroy chuckles nervously as he slowly relaxes, that he finally got to talk to him properly. "I'm still mad at you by the way, but, I'll give you another chance. Nobody got me all worked up like that before without punishing someone, not even them. All I know is that I just got furious and let them labor on my work."

"That was fun," Jophiel chuckles lightly, pulling back from his shoulder. "Though try not to bring up that stupid nickname, it's a bad influence on me." Jophiel groans from just remembering that word. "Anyways, if you're wondering. Yes. You are forgiven—now go! And don't say anything. I can't let this thing left alone, I can't have any more distractions."

"But-!" Leroy was suddenly cut off, Jophiel then politely kicks him out, pushing him away from his office as he closes the door. Leroy felt confused, how come a strict person like Joel could forgive him that easily, it's understandable that we should forgive and forget, but for someone like him? It's a whole new experience.

His encounter was questionable but cannot be easily explained. "What... just happened?" Leroy with a questionable look, he looks back at the door one more time and turns around, leaving and walking away from the door, disappearing in the hallways, which is leading to a bothersome aura.