The Devil Himself (ManXBoy) COMPLETED

Ch.38: Master

"Sire," Basil says as he enters Lucifer's office. "Azaziah is here to see you,"

Lucifer's head snaps up at the demon's name. "He is?"

"Do you want me to turn him away?"

Lucifer waves his hand in the air dismissively. "No, no, let him in," He says as he sets his fountain pen down on the desk.

It's been quite some time since Lucifer asked Azaziah to fill up the building he gave him with artwork of Ace. It has been well over two months but Lucifer has kept it in the back of his mind, waiting for Azaziah to contact him when he was finished.

It has also been a month since Lucifer took Ace and Tempest to Heaven. Lucifer will never forgive himself for allowing Ace to be put in such a horrendous situation. Ace keeps telling him it is fine, but it is not fine for Lucifer. It is Lucifer's job to keep his mate safe, especially with Ace being a human. He cannot believe he failed at keeping his mate safe.

Ace says that nothing happened, that he was just freaked out, but something did happen. He was chained to a wall naked and almost raped! Not only that, but he was struggling so hard to get free that he tore gashes into his wrists and ankles where the damn chains were. Lucifer easily healed them, but he was angry at himself for letting it even happen. Ace should not have been hurt at all!

Since then, Lucifer has kept in touch with his father to make sure his brother, Michael, is getting the punishment he deserves. Of course, Lucifer demanded to punish the damned angel himself, but God refused and is doing the punishing himself. Lucifer still has a hard time coping with that, but he knows God will punish Michael in the strictest ways; after all, God is the original guy to come up with torment.

"My king," Azaziah greets with a low bow as he enters the office.

"Azaziah, it is great to see you," Lucifer replies as he stands to his feet. "What do you come for?"

"It is finished, my lord," He says, keeping his eyes just to the side of Lucifer.

Lucifer feels immediately giddy. "Wonderful! Let's see it at once!" He says as he hurries to the demon. "Let's go!" He says as he grabs both Azaziah and Basil's shoulders.

Basil only has time to open his mouth before Lucifer teleports all three of them to the building he gave Azaziah. As soon as they reach it, both Lucifer and Basil's jaws drop.

In the front is a giant sculpture of Ace embraced in Lucifer's arms. The sculpture is made of white marble, making the piece even more extravagant.

Basil turns to Lucifer. "What is this supposed to be?"

Lucifer grins wide. "Well, if it was done properly, it will be a museum of sorts,"

"A museum?" Basil asks confused. "Like, that place on Earth?"

"Yes," Lucifer grins. "Now, let's see inside, yeah?"

With that, Lucifer leaves the two demons and heads inside. Inside, there are even more sculptures. They are made of all sorts of material, not just marble, and all sorts of sizes. Some of them are just Ace, some just Lucifer, others with the two of them together.

As Lucifer moves in deeper he notices the other pieces. Canvases, paper, tapestries, wood pieces, welded pieces, pieces that look like they were made out of recycled parts, and edible pieces. Lucifer takes his time inspecting each piece, making sure they are perfect; which of course they are, Azaziah is a master craftsman.

Even Basil is awestruck as he moves through the building. He too looks excited as he looks at everything in wonder.

Hell has artwork, mostly toys and Azaziah's work, but nothing as extravagant as this. This is something entirely new to Hell. And, since demons are not allowed to leave Hell, everything is new to them. Honestly, Lucifer is surprised that Azaziah even knew about all this.

Hell is not behind the times, though, they get Earth things here. Usually things Lucifer brings back that he likes. They also get TV channels from Earth, and books and magazines. Lucifer wants the demons to know Earth things for two reasons.

One reason is that Earth has such fascinating things and people. The books and shows humans come up with are very entertaining. And who is Lucifer to deny a race of beings the pleasure of entertainment?

The second reason being that Lucifer has found that if he allows them Earthly things, the demons are less likely to try and go to Earth. Before Lucifer knew what he was doing and how to properly control them, demons were always leaving Hell and going to Earth. They wreaked havoc on the Earth and humans, but that was the Dark Age.

Now, Lucifer knows how to keep them somewhat docile and happy. As happy as a demon can be that is. Now the demons do not rebel against Lucifer, as long as he allows them some form of Earthly objects. They are just curious creatures and Lucifer has no problem answering a few of their questions.

However, this does cause some problems. Sometimes, a demon will get so curious or love Earth so much, that they try to leave Hell. Then, Lucifer has to get strict and punish them under God's instructions. Lucifer dislikes punishing the demons very much, contrary to popular belief among the Humans.

"Azaziah, did you do all this?" Basil asks.

"Yes, sir, is it all right?" Azaziah asks, his voice showing his uncertainty.

"All right?" Basil's voice raises a few octaves. "It's... it's... it's wonderful,"

Lucifer watches as Azaziah tilts his head to the side curiously. "It is?"

Lucifer chuckles. Azaziah is one of those artists who are not fully aware of just how talented they are. One of those artists who never believe their work is satisfactory, or perfect. He isn't really self-conscious of it; he just isn't aware of how amazing it truly is.

"How do you do all this?" Basil wonders aloud. "How can anyone be so diverse in so many forms of art?"

"Azaziah is a master of art. Any form of art he is a master at," Lucifer adds in.

Azaziah shakes his head. "I appreciate the compliments, my lord, but I do not feel as if they are correct," He chews his bottom lip as he looks around the room. "They are nothing too special, just something I put together in a matter of days,"

"Matter of days?" Basil asks in a loud voice. "How... what... days?" He splutters out in complete shock.

"I told you, he is a master," Lucifer laughs. "Now, I want to show Ace what you have created, Azaziah. How do you feel about opening tomorrow?"

Azaziah tilts his head once more. "Opening?"

Lucifer nods his head. "Yes, I want every demon to be able to come here and see this. Demons from all over will be able to see their new king without actually seeing him. I do not trust some demons out there to not try and harm my love," He ends with a glare at the ground.

"That is a good idea, sire," Basil agrees. "Perhaps something good will come out of this museum,"

Lucifer grins wide. "I do hope so," He then takes one last glance around the room, making sure everything is absolutely perfect. "Tomorrow, Azaziah, tomorrow we open to the public,"

"Oh, of course, my king," Azaziah says, slightly unsure.