Déjà Vu

CH 41: Whispers In The Hotel

Alastor leaned against the bar, his eyes scanning the Hazbin Hotel's lobby as Husker settled beside him.

"Y/N's been quite the enigma, hasn't she?" Husker said, sipping his drink.

Alastor's gaze narrowed. "You have no idea, Husker. She's... captivating."

Husker raised an eyebrow. "Captivating? That's a new one, Alastor. Usually, you're more... calculating."

Alastor's smile was sly. "Let's just say I've found her charms... persuasive. We've been closer than I initially let on."

Husker's eyes widened. "You mean—"

Alastor nodded, his voice low. "I've been sleeping with her, Husker. And I must admit, it's been... enlightening."

Just then, Vox's Pawn emerged from the shadows, his presence silent as a ghost. Alastor beckoned him over, his gaze inclusive.

"Join us, Pawn. We were discussing Y/N."

Vox's Pawn nodded, his expression neutral. "I couldn't help but overhear. Fascinating developments, Alastor."

Husker's eyes narrowed. "You're awfully quiet, Pawn. What do you think of Alastor's... dalliance?"

Vox's Pawn's gaze locked onto Alastor's, his loyalty evident. "I serve Alastor, Husker. His interests are mine to protect."

Alastor's smile widened. "Loyalty, Husker. It's a rare commodity. The Pawn understands the game we play."

Husker shook his head. "You two are impossible. But I have to admit, I'm worried. Alastor, you're not exactly... stable."

Alastor's eyes flashed with anger, but Husker continued, "We need to keep her safe, for your sake, Alastor. If you lose control—"

Vox's Pawn nodded in agreement. "Husker's right, Alastor. We can't risk your... episodes. Y/N's presence seems to calm you. We should ensure her safety."

Alastor's expression softened, his gaze distant. "You're right. I don't want to hurt or lose her. She's... different."

Husker placed a hand on Alastor's shoulder. "We'll protect her, Alastor. Together."

Vox's Pawn nodded, his loyalty unwavering. "I'll increase surveillance, ensure her safety. We'll keep her close, Alastor."

Alastor's eyes locked onto theirs, a glimmer of gratitude. "Thank you, Let's keep her safe... for all our sakes."

In the shadows, a fragile alliance was forged, bound by a shared goal: protect Y/N, and keep Alastor's darkness at bay.