Addeline: The Darkness at the Heart of My Love [Papa Emeritus IV]

Your Desolation Led You Into This

It was time to go on the road after Papa had written the new album. They had a big tour prepared where they would spend the remaining year touring Australia and South America, and the spring touring North America and Europe. Addeline, having never gone to Australia was over the moon.

It was also the first time she had been on tour without being pregnant. She was ready to sing at entire shows, and she was excited to go drinking with the band when they celebrated successful nights. She was tired of being careful. She was ready to be reckless.

Papa and Addeline left the twins and Elizabeth with Sister, however, Kaisarion, now almost 2, always joined his parents on tour. The clergy, Sister, and Papa felt it was important to instill a sense of obligation in him from an early age to take up music.

The band's journey began in Sydney, where they were scheduled to perform at the renowned Hordern Pavilion. Excitement filled the air as they touched down in the city. But there was no time to waste! Right after landing, they had an important interview lined up. With the pressure on, they hurriedly prepared themselves, making sure they were ready to rock both on stage and in front of the cameras.

Papa thought it would be great to bring a family element to the interview, so he decided to have Addeline join him for the first time. The host of the show was looking for a unique perspective on the band, something fresh and unheard of.

The whole crew, ghouls included, made it to Fox Studio's, only slightly behind schedule. They were rushed out onto stage with Papa, Addy and Kaisarion sitting front and center and the ghouls sitting on either side of them. Jaynie Seal, a famous TV personality who would be conducting the interview was sitting in front of the rockstar couple ready to pick their brains.

The beautiful blonde turned to Copia to shake his hand, "What should I call you," she asked.

Addy answered for him, knowing exactly what he preferred to be called, "You can call him Papa Emeritus."

It made the Cardinal chuckle to have her answer for him—a subtle but sweet innuendo.

"Perfect," the blonde said, "The lights will come on in about 30 seconds and I'll do a quick introduction and we'll take it from there!"

Jaynie had this super bubbly and kind personality. At first, she might've seemed a bit ditsy for the show, but Addy considered that most TV personalities acted that way for the showbiz vibe.

As soon as the lights turned on the woman began to speak, "This famous rock band and their incredible crew, along with their supportive and talented family, are taking Australia by storm with an epic tour! Get ready for mind-blowing performances, backstage adventures, and a glimpse into the close-knit bond that makes this band truly special. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey across the land Down Under!"

She turned to the band, "So we'll go live again in about 2 minutes after some commercials. Is there anything that you don't want me to ask about?"

Papa had no secrets to hide, and with a warm smile he urged the woman to ask any questions she pleased. It was clear that he wanted to provide a transparent and authentic experience for the interview. Addeline wanted to speak up to ask that nobody comment on her hasty succession of pregnancies but instead she kept tight lipped.

As the lights flickered back to life, Addy couldn't help but notice the sudden illumination. In that moment, Swiss settled down beside her, while Kaisarion playfully alternated between their laps. Addy could hear Swiss gently scold the young boy telling him to settle down.

Jaynie addressed the crowd and the many viewers watching from home, "I'm here with Papa Emeritus, frontman of the band Ghost, and his whole crew. Papa you've brought somebody very special with you today."