The King and the Overlord: Infernal Bonds

Chapter 56

The celebration of Rory's first birthday promised to be as memorable an event as Lucifer and Carmilla's vow renewal. Lucifer's home, located in a quiet region of Hell where the Heaven embassy used to be, was transformed into a place of festivity and joy, welcoming both celestial and infernal beings alike.

From early in the morning, the atmosphere was filled with excitement and anticipation. The doors of the imposing mansion swung open wide to welcome the guests. The garden was adorned with garlands of celestial flowers that glowed with a soft, warm light, harmoniously blending with the infernal vegetation of intense and vibrant colors.

The guests began to arrive, each bringing carefully wrapped gifts. A large table, situated in the center of the main hall, quickly filled up with presents intended for little Rory. Each package was a token of the affection and admiration felt for Lucifer and Carmilla's family. There were gifts of all shapes and sizes: enchanted toys that moved on their own, celestial plushies emitting comforting light, ancient books filled with stories and wisdom, and finely crafted clothing.

The first to arrive were the Seven Deadly Sins. Beelzebub, representing Gluttony, approached with a large box full of sweets and special delicacies, wrapped in colorful paper that stirred the appetite just by looking at it.

Beelzebub: I hope she enjoys these sweets. They're irresistible, even for me.

Carmilla: We appreciate it.

Beelzebub: Actually, can I grab one?

Lucifer: We have a table full of food for you.

Beelzebub: Thanks.

Asmodeus, with his seductive air, presented a delicate pendant that changed color according to the wearer's mood.

Asmodeus: So that Rory always has something reflecting her deepest feelings.

Lucifer: Good, I thought you were going to give something risqué.

Asmodeus: She's a girl, I wouldn't make that huge mistake...again.

Carmilla: So with Charlie...?

Lucifer: I don't want to talk about it.

Mammon, ever observant, brought a golden chest full of ancient coins and jewels, a treasure for young Rory.

Mammon: A little treasure for a little princess. May fortune always be by her side.

Lucifer: With us, I doubt that'll ever be lacking.

Leviathan, representing Envy, handed over an enchanted mirror that showed images of the future with every glance.

Leviathan: A gift for her to see all the wonders the future has in store.

Carmilla: Thank you very much.

Lucifer: And doesn't that make you envious?

Leviathan: Yes, very much so.

Lucifer: I knew it!

Belphegor, with his characteristic air of laziness, brought a magical pillow that guaranteed the sweetest and most comforting dreams.

Belphegor: So she always has the sweetest and most comforting dreams.

Carmilla: Thank you, this will really help us a lot, lately she's been having trouble sleeping.

Lucifer: It's the itch she has on her back, it's normal with those feather pajamas you put her in.

Satan, with his usual intensity, brought a noisy but fun toy promising hours of entertainment.

Satan: This little demon will make a big noise, but will have a blast doing it!

Lucifer: I see, I like it.