The Forgotten Celestial (Hazbin hotel AU)

Chapter 23: The Return of the Veiled Guardian

After reclaiming her powers and memories in the **Celestial World**, **Y/N** knew her first destination—**Heaven**. She would return to the realm that had been her home for so long, to the allies and comrades who once looked up to her as a symbol of strength. But this time, she would return as she truly was: the **Guardian of the Nephilim**, veiled as she had been since the dawn of creation.

As Y/N stepped into Heaven, her familiar veil settled over her face, cascading like a gentle mist. Her aura was unmistakable; the essence of both light and dark, balanced in harmony. The veil was more than just cloth—it was a symbol of her identity, a reminder of the mystery and power that surrounded her existence. It was the veil they had all seen but never understood, and now, with her return, everyone would recognize her.

The Exorcists and angels in Heaven stopped in their tracks, their eyes widening as they noticed the figure emerging from the radiant light. Whispers filled the air, spreading like wildfire.

“Is it… is it her?”

“The Veiled Guardian? Could it really be Y/N?”

“But… she was gone for so long… I thought she was dead…”

Each step she took echoed through the hallways, and with each passing moment, more and more gathered to witness her return. The angels and Exorcists who had once served under her command were filled with awe and reverence, unable to believe that the legendary Guardian, the commander they had all mourned, was truly back.

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Y/N walked with purpose, her mind focused, though her heart felt a strange warmth as she saw the faces of those who had once been by her side. She finally reached the grand chamber where **Sera**, the highest Seraphim, awaited her. Sera had always been a mentor, a friend, and someone who had believed in her when others hadn’t.

As Sera caught sight of her, a mixture of emotions flashed across her face—shock, relief, and a hint of pride.

“It really is you…” Sera whispered, taking in the sight of the veiled figure she had thought lost forever. “You’ve come back.”

Y/N nodded, her voice calm yet filled with warmth. “Yes, Sera. I have returned… for a reason. The darkness has resurfaced, and I can no longer stand aside.”

Sera’s expression turned serious. “We’ve felt it too—a force we don’t fully understand, one that is unlike anything we’ve faced. But Y/N… if you have returned, does that mean…?” She hesitated, as if the thought was too much to believe.

Y/N lifted her veil slightly, revealing just a glimpse of her determined gaze. “I remember everything now, Sera. My purpose, my duty… my origin. I was meant to protect the balance between light and dark. I had forgotten, but now… I remember why I was created.”

A solemn understanding passed between them. Sera nodded slowly, realizing the weight of what Y/N was saying.

“Then you are not just our commander,” Sera murmured, almost to herself. “You are the **Guardian of the Nephilim**, the balance itself. Your return means that our world’s very harmony is at stake.”

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The news of Y/N’s return spread throughout Heaven, and soon, even **Adam**, her former leader in the Exorcist corps, approached her. His pride was evident, but so was a hint of guilt. He had used her as a tool, as an unmatched weapon, but now he knew there was so much more to her existence.

“I… never knew,” Adam said slowly, bowing his head. “I thought you were just my strongest soldier, my perfect commander. But you are… you are more than any of us could have imagined.”

Y/N regarded him with a steady gaze, her voice kind but unwavering. “Yes, Adam. I was more than what you saw. But I served Heaven, and I did so willingly. And now, I will serve it again, but in my true role.”

Adam nodded, looking both humbled and honored.

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As Y/N walked the halls of Heaven, angels and Exorcists alike watched her with a mixture of awe and respect. Her presence seemed to bring a new sense of peace to the realm, as if her mere existence was enough to restore a balance they hadn’t realized was missing.

But not everyone was at ease. **Lucifer** himself, sensing the shifts in Heaven, was intrigued by the news. Though he had always been aware of Y/N’s presence, he had never truly known her true identity, hidden as it was by her veil and her silent dedication to her duties. Now, with her return, he felt a strange tug of recognition—a memory of a veiled figure he had glimpsed long ago, before his own fall.

Lucifer’s curiosity grew, and he knew he had to confront her.

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As Y/N prepared for her journey to combat the darkness, she sensed a familiar, almost mischievous presence. Turning, she found Lucifer standing before her, his expression unreadable.

“You’re back,” he said, his voice low, tinged with curiosity. “And… different. You are no longer just a warrior, are you?”

Y/N met his gaze, her expression calm beneath her veil. “I was never just a warrior, Lucifer. But you… you already knew that, didn’t you?”

Lucifer’s eyes narrowed, a hint of recognition flickering across his face. He had sensed something unique about her, even in the past, but he had never understood it. Now, standing before her once again, he felt a strange pull, a familiarity he couldn’t quite place.

“You hid your true self well,” he murmured, almost to himself. “But why return now?”

“Because the balance of the world is at stake,” Y/N replied, her voice steady. “And it is my duty to protect that balance, just as it was meant to be.”

Lucifer chuckled softly, his gaze lingering on her. “Then let us see how well you uphold that balance, Guardian. Heaven and Hell are watching.”

With that, Lucifer disappeared, leaving Y/N standing alone. But she was unshaken. Her purpose was clear, and her resolve unbreakable.

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As she stood there, surrounded by her fellow angels and Exorcists, Y/N’s veil fluttered in the celestial breeze—a symbol of her past, her purpose, and the incredible power that lay within her.

With her memories restored and her powers regained, Y/N was ready to face the unknown darkness. She would protect the balance, uphold her duty, and defend the realms.