the devil cries

the devil cries ■ chapter eight

I started stepping towards the stone, since it was where I heard the sound. Is... he in there?

I furrowed my brows, and then stepped closer. It looked eerie here and I felt as if I was being watched but there wasn't anyone around. It was getting darker, and I was getting curious even more.

I breathed in deeply, and gazed up at the sky.

"God, if this is some kind of punishment, please take me back to Azrael. I don't wanna be here. It's... it's scary," I muttered, and then looked back at the stone.

It was huge, even taller than me. I looked around, seeing no one, so I placed my hand on the stone.

I widened my eyes. Why was there a blinding light and a pattern on the stone? What is happening?

I closed my eyes and covered them with my hands because of how the light hurt my eyes. It felt as if ny eyes were burning, but it was my skin that felt as if pain was seeping in.

I screamed with all my might, cannot contain the burning feeling.

Where am I even? Why did that Samyaza guy lead me here? Am I some kind of important person to be escorted in a place like this? As far as I can remember, I was just this girl who is as clueless as a goldfish. It was as if I forgot everything about me which frustrated me even more.

I felt the pain slowly going away, but this time it was coldness that I felt. I wanted to have a warm coat but I could see nothing. Fear crept into my heart as I started walking forwards.

Torches then started lighting up, surprising me yet it was a bit better than a while ago.

This place looked so much like a dungeon, which terrified me. What if there is some kind of monster? I remember so many things about the Seven, saying that there are endless possibilities in Divine Realm, and what might seem impossible in the Mortal World is actually possible in Divine Realm.

As I was walking, I heard a faint groan, as if that someone was in pain. I furrowed my brows, worried yet scared at the same time. If this was a horror movie, shall I come to see what it was?

God. I feel so stupid. Why am I even in this place?

"Kassandra. Help me,"

Said the voice again, and then I halted on my steps. I was curious. His voice sounded hoarse, yet there was something entrancing about it. Who is that and why is he calling out only to me?

"Who are you? Why are you calling out to me?" I asked, slowly walking.

I felt nervous, but he groaned even more. I didn't know what to do.

"Only you can help me." He said, his voice almost sounding like it was scratched.

"How?" I asked, stuttering a bit because I was slightly terrified.

"Come to me. Please. Just three more steps. Touch the wall," he said, and I widened my eyes.

I have a bad feeling about this, yet I feel like I should help him. Whoever he is, I think that he needs my help. But what kind of help does he need from me? Do I have to help him heal? I don't do that, that's Raphael. I don't even know what I can do.

"Don't hesitate. I'm gonna help you clear your mind out after you help me," he said, and i sighed.

I needed answers. I needed answers as well, because I am confused as hell! I don't know how to act in Divine Realm and he probably knows it. How did he even get here?

Maybe he was hunting something and got stuck.  wonder how long he has been stuck here. Can't the Seven hear his calls? Or Azrael, because he could see things with me that the others couldn't?

I started stepping towards him, three steps, as he said, with a loud heart. I didn't know if it was safe, but I know to myself that I wanted to help others. It's the best thing I can do with my shitty life, anyway.

I felt bad for him. Did he have friends too and did he get lost? Where are his friends and why didn't they help save him here?

Once I was in front of a wall, I closed my eyes and bowed my head as I breathed in deeply. I felt like there was some kind of electricity on my fingertips, making me widen my eyes when I touched the wall. My fingertips were glowing in a shade of gold, and it spread onto a pattern on the wall, lighting it up as well.

I widened my eyes when I saw what happened. There was an invisible part on the wall and I could see what was inside. But what surprised me even more is that there was something written on the wall, in silver. It was also glowing, but I couldn't comprehend its real meaning.

in the shadows, in the mundane
you will see your only way
open the doors to the forbidden
you'll unveil what was hidden
approach, seeker, approach your saviour
cry all you want, you'll taste the flavour
you, demiangel, don't let it drop
don't let it drop, or taste the wrath
for once the devil cries,
all will be in ruins.

"Don't be afraid, come closer," he muttered, and I took a sharp breath.

What was that written on the wall? Does it concern me? I pushed away all the doubts and started walking towards the figure inside the hidden room.

Once I stepped inside, I widened my eyes because it was locked. How can I go back out there?! I started to run towards the wall, but I heard the guy groan again so I just ran towards him.

He had messy jet black hair and his skin was pale. He was wearing a white chiton but it was ripped and dirtied so I could see his slightly muscular back. He also looked down, and what broke my heart is his pair of wings.

They were broken, and the feathers surrounded him. It was bent and also lacking of feathers, and the part where the wings connected to his back seemed as if there was dried blood.

I felt myself inhale and exhale deeply, sad about how he came to be like this. I immediately crouched down to help him, but he spoke before I did.

"You came in. You can help me. Only you, only you can do that," he said, and I gripped the hem of my dress.

"I...I'm here to help. How can I help you?" I asked, and he lifted his head up.

I was mesmerized. He was the epitome of beauty, something that I wanted to look at any day. He looked like an archangel, just like the Seven. His pale skin contrasted perfectly with his dark hair. His eyes were the shade of brown and gold that almost looked like red, but I could see something else there. Pain, agony, and something else I couldn't comprehend.

"Help me get out of here, I'll help you with all the questions you have. Is it alright?" he asked, and I smiled slightly.

"But how can we get out of here? We're stuck," I said, making him smirk playfully. which made me bite my lip. It looked charming I had to look away.

"This is basically a maze. Only the chosen one from the prophecy could set me free. But it would be really unless you're scared of something," he said, placing his elbows on his knees.

hot damn.

Fuck it! Kassandra, you should focus! But he really looks so fine. I have to stop myself. Yeah, I should. I heard him smirk, causing me to widen my eyes. He could read my mind as well? Shit to hell.

"What a nice choice of words, there. Anyway, i do know that I'm quite hot and attractive so you don't have to flatter me." he said, making me drop my jaw.

This guy is unbelievable.

"So, help me and I'll help you out?"

"Ugh, fine,"

"Great, babe,"

"The hell did you say?!"

"Feisty. I like it,"

"Please stop flirting, or I'll break your wings even more. Thank you,"

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author's note:
late update :/ phone was drained.