Surprise!

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As dinner wrapped up, the laughter and conversation bubbled over, everyone enjoying the delightful Jambalaya that Alastor had prepared. The warmth of camaraderie filled the room, but Vox was bursting with excitement for the next part of his plan.

"Alright, everyone," Vox said, clapping his hands to get their attention. "Before we dive into whatever nonsense we're watching, there's one more surprise."

The group's curiosity piqued as Vox stood up, making his way to the large double doors at the far end of the dining room. He threw them open with a dramatic flair, revealing a team of workers bustling in, each carefully balancing massive smart VoxTek TVs on their shoulders. The sight drew gasps and laughter from the crew gathered around the dining table.

"What the hell?!" Angel exclaimed, eyes wide with excitement. "Did you seriously just order a fleet of TVs?"

Vox grinned widely, clearly pleased with himself. "You could say that! I had the idea when I caught a glimpse of that creepy old TV in the parlor earlier. I thought, why not upgrade the place with some top-of-the-line technology? So I made a few texts during dinner, and voilà! Welcome to the VoxTek entertainment upgrade!"

The staff erupted into cheers, the energy in the room shifting to one of celebration and anticipation. "I can't wait to binge-watch our favorite shows on these beauties!" Charlie added, practically bouncing in her seat.

Alastor watched Vox with a mixture of admiration and amusement. "I suppose you'll be keeping the parlor TV as a relic of the past, then?" he teased.

"Only if you promise to never touch it again," Vox shot back, laughing. "That thing should be in a museum."

The workers swiftly began setting up the TVs around the lounge, wiring them together and connecting them to the hotel's central entertainment system. Vox couldn't help but feel a swell of pride as he observed their progress. He loved the idea of the hotel becoming a hub of fun, a place where everyone could gather and enjoy themselves.

The warmth of the moment, the laughter shared among friends, and the promise of a bright future settled in Vox's heart, a perfect way to celebrate their rekindled love. As the TVs flickered to life, showcasing vibrant colors and sharp images, Angel turned to Vox with a mischievous grin. "Alright, Mr. Tech Guru, what's first on the viewing list? Something classy or something ridiculously trashy?"

Vox's expression shifted as he recalled the late-night humor he had shared with Alastor. He shot the radio demon a knowing look, a silent cue that only they understood. "How about we kick things off with a classic episode of *Family Guy*?"

Alastor raised an eyebrow, his lips curling into a smirk as he returned Vox's gaze with equal mischief. "Ah, yes. The sheer brilliance of absurdity. A fine choice, my love."

With a chuckle, Vox leaned in closer, intertwining their fingers again as the opening credits rolled. The familiar theme music filled the air, instantly igniting laughter as the characters began their chaotic antics on screen.

The room erupted in laughter, and for a moment, all worries were forgotten. Surrounded by friends and buoyed by the warmth of his renewed relationship with Alastor, Vox felt an overwhelming sense of belonging.

As the night unfolded with jokes, pranks, and plenty of inside references, Vox couldn't shake the feeling that this was exactly where he belonged—right here, with Alastor by his side, sharing the moments that made life in Hell all the more entertaining.

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