Have you ever seen a demon cry? | Lisa x Female Reader

Chapter 22

Lisa gives a small, appreciative nod, her gaze softening as she looks at me. "Thank you for being here, Y/N. For listening, and for understanding. It's more comforting than you know."

I smile warmly, my heart full of compassion. "I'm here for you, no matter what. We'll get through this, and we'll face whatever comes next together. You're stronger than you realize."

Lisa's eyes glisten with tears, but there's a hint of relief in them now. "I just hope... I hope that one day, I can find a way to make peace with everything. To forgive myself and move forward."

I gently stroke her hair, trying to offer as much comfort as I can. "Forgiveness and healing take time. It's okay to take it one step at a time. And I'll be with you every step of the way."

There's a moment of silence as Lisa absorbs my words, her expression gradually relaxing. She then shifts slightly in her bed, trying to get more comfortable.

"Why don't you get some rest?" I suggest softly. "You've been through so much today, and you need to take care of yourself. I'll be right here, watching over you."

Lisa nods, her eyes heavy with exhaustion. "Okay. I'll try to rest."

I settle back into my chair, maintaining a close watch over her. The hospital room is quiet, and the soft hum of the medical equipment is a steady, calming presence.

As Lisa closes her eyes and drifts off to sleep, I remain alert, my thoughts turning to the challenges ahead.

Lisa's mother enters the room, her expression a mixture of concern and curiosity. "You're not asleep?" she asks softly.

I shake my head, my gaze fixed on Lisa's resting form. "I'm just watching over Lisa. She's been through so much, and I want to make sure she's okay."

Lisa's mother nods understandingly and takes a seat beside me. "I appreciate that. It means a lot to both of us."

I take a deep breath, feeling the gravity of the situation. "I was wondering, since you know a lot about ancient times and artifacts, do you happen to know about any specific artifacts that everyone seems to be after?"

Lisa's mother looks at me with a thoughtful expression. "Could you be more specific? There are many artifacts from ancient times with different properties and significance."

I try to be as clear as possible. "I'm looking for an artifact that is highly coveted, something that many people, including powerful and dangerous entities, are after. It seems to be central to many of the conflicts we've encountered."

Lisa's mother considers this for a moment, her brow furrowing in concentration. "There are a few artifacts that fit that description, depending on their powers and historical significance. Some are known for their immense magical properties, while others are sought for their historical and symbolic value."

Lisa's mother listens intently as I recount everything that's happened with The Liberum and the search for the artifact. Her expression grows more serious as I finish.

"There's one artifact that fits your description," she begins, her voice steady but filled with concern. "It's supposedly a key to something. A key to an ancient seal. No one knows exactly what's inside it, but it's meant to be kept closed. If it were to be opened, God knows what'll happen."

I nod, absorbing this new piece of information. "So, The Liberum is after this artifact. And from what we've seen, they're willing to go to great lengths to obtain it. Lisa mentioned that I might be some sort of key related to this artifact. What does that mean?"

Lisa's mother's eyes widen slightly, and she takes a deep breath. "If Lisa said that, then it's very likely that they believe you're connected to the artifact in some significant way. This could mean they're after you, not just the artifact. They might think you hold the key to unlocking it, or that you have some sort of intrinsic link to its power."