Hells diary

Chapter three

Thanes Redemption

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Early morning, the boy awakened with a start, his face etched with fear. As he glanced around, he realized he was in a bed, a luxury he hadn't experienced in years. The memories of his past exploitation and abuse came flooding back, and his eyes welled up with tears. He had been forced to sleep on cold, hard floors, or worse, on the streets, with only his tattered clothes to keep him warm. The softness of the bed was a stark contrast to his usual reality.

Thane entered the room, his presence commanding attention. His metallic silver eyes gleamed in the dim light, and his chiseled features seemed carved from marble. He placed two bowls on the floor, one containing water, the other food, sans cutlery. The boy's eyes, a piercing blue, like the ocean on a sunny day, locked onto Thane's. Those eyes sparkled with a hint of gratitude, and Thane's heart skipped a beat.

The boy's unshed tears finally fell, and Thane, taken aback, knelt beside him. "Thank you for the bed,the food,the drugs,everything". The boy whispered, his voice trembling.

Thane's expression softened, his usual stoic demeanor cracking. "Don't worry, kid. This is umm... nothing." He said, his deep voice gentle.

Thane found it hard to believe because in all his thousand ds of years,no one would have accepted this treatment,at all.

"How do i pay you?",the boy said.

"What Kind of payment do you have?",Thane said skeptically.

The boy's gaze never wavered, his eyes searching for sincerity.

Thane's eyes widened as the boy began to strip, his movements fluid and graceful. "Whoa, hold up! That's not what I meant, kid!" Thane exclaimed, his voice laced with amusement. He quickly covered the boy with a blanket, his touch gentle. "You don't have to do that. I don't want that from you okay." Thane said his expression hard.

The boy's cheeks flushed crimson, and he quickly covered himself. "Then what do you want?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

Thane's smile returned, and he said, "I'll tell you when the time is right." He paused, his metallic silver eyes locked onto the boy's. "But first, tell me your name."

The boy's gaze faltered, and he looked away, his voice barely audible. "I-I don't have one."

Thane's heart broke at the boy's words. He had been stripped of his identity, his name, and his dignity. But Thane was determined to help him reclaim it all.

As the boy devoured the food, Thane chuckled at the sight. "I'll get you more," he said, exiting the room.

The boy's eyes followed Thane, drinking in his appearance. His gaze lingered on Thane's metallic silver eyes, and a soft "He's nice" escaped his lips.

Thane's heart swelled with an unfamiliar warmth, and he couldn't help but wonder what other secrets this enigmatic boy held. He was determined to uncover them all, to help the boy heal and find his place in the world.

***

In the kitchen, Thane couldn't believe himself. He was smiling, chuckling, and acting nice - a far cry from his usual demeanor. "What's wrong with me?" he thought, cringing at the word "nice." Thane had never been one for kindness, and this sudden change in behavior was unsettling.

He returned with a plate, water bottle, glass cup, and cutlery, shocking himself by carrying all of it. The boy muttered a small "thank you," which only added to Thane's growing frustration. "Too many thank you's," he thought, finding it annoying.

"Okay, eat up," Thane instructed, his tone firm but not unkind. "After you're done, you're going to come with me. You'll take a shower, wash your hair, and I'll get you some clothes to wear. Then, we can go shopping. There are also certain rules that govern my home, and if you mess one up, you'll get punished. Is all that understood?" Thane asked, cocking an eyebrow.

The boy nodded, his eyes wide. "Yes," he replied, before adding, "and thank you."

Thane's expression turned stern. "No more thank you's."

***

As they made their way to the bathroom, which would serve as the boy's new room, the boy couldn't help but gaze around Thane's home. While it was unlike any place he had ever seen, with its eccentric designs and taxidermied heads nailed to the walls, the boy found it strangely comforting. Thane, on the other hand, was lost in thought, his eyes fixed on the boy as he wondered who could have possibly wanted to harm such a vulnerable child. The idea of the boy being used as a sex slave was abhorrent, and it filled Thane's dark heart with a simmering rage. No one was allowed to harm what was his.

The boy stood in the room, awestruck, as Thane handed him fresh clothes to wear after his bath. Thane left the room, keeping his promise to respect the boy's boundaries and give him space. After the shower, they went shopping for clothes, shoes, and other essentials the boy needed. Thane reassured the boy that this room was his, not the basement, and that he was safe. The boy's gratitude was palpable, and he cried, thanking Thane repeatedly. Thane consoled the child, his expression softening.

Once they had finished unpacking and settling in, they sat down in the kitchen. "Now, let's go over the rules," Thane said, his tone firm but gentle. The boy nodded, his eyes wide with anticipation, as Thane began to outline the boundaries and expectations for living in his home.

The rules;

1. Respect the boundaries: No one enters the Sanctum without explicit permission from Thane. This room is off-limits, and trespassers will face severe consequences.

2. Submission is key: As a member of Thane's household, you are expected to submit to his authority and follow his rules without question.

3. No harm to others: Do not harm or manipulate others in the household, physically or emotionally.

4. Loyalty is paramount: Betrayal or disloyalty to Thane or his household will not be tolerated.

5. Privacy is respected: Do not enter another's room without permission, and respect each other's personal space.

6. No outside influence: No outside visitors or influences are allowed, to protect the household's secrecy and security.

7. No leaving the premises: You are not allowed to go outside without Thane's explicit permission.

8. Consequences for disobedience: Breaking rules will result in punishment, decided by Thane.

9. Honesty is expected: Truthfulness and transparency are essential; dishonesty will be severely punished.

10. No disrespect: Treat Thane and others in the household with respect and courtesy at all times.

11. Bedtime by midnight: Be in your room and ready for sleep by midnight unless otherwise instructed.

12. Minor chores: Assist with household tasks such as dishes, vacuuming, and other duties as assigned.

Failure to abide will result to punishment by thane.

"Do you understand?",Thane asked in a soft voice.

"Yes,whats the sanctum?"