Chapter 1: Set in Stone

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~Your Pov~

It's been a few days since the whole "revealing yourself" thing happened. You and the Devil were as happy as could be. Everyone in the casino was smiling and happy to see you, but when they realized what they had done to you over the past few weeks, they nearly drowned you with apologies and hugs. You got a good laugh out of it as you accepted their apologies, saying you expected this type of reaction from them. You also apologized for making them so angry during the past few weeks, and you were grateful for how much they appreciated, and that they wouldn't take any negativity towards you from anyone.
After everyone left, there was a huge celebration for your arrival. Everyone hugged you what felt like one hundred times, the Devil showered your face in kisses, not caring that the others were watching. During the whole evening, your smile never left your face.

After the celebration, everyone helped you clean up the place. You thanked them all for everything, receiving one more hug from everyone. You turned to leave, but felt two arms on your shoulders, holding you in place. "Where do you think you're going?" The all familiar voice of the Devil spoke up behind you. You just chuckled and looked back at him. "I'm coming, you big goofball." you said, shaking your head and turning around to face him. He placed a kiss on your forehead, and then began to lead you to the back room towards the rooms. 
Walking down the hallway with all the doors that lead to the staff's rooms, you bid goodnight to all your friends and coworkers, and heading to the master bedroom with the Devil for the night. 
You remembered you had your pajamas and other clothes back in your backpack under Grim's tower, and you didn't want to sleep in your clothes for another night. "Can you wait for me for five minutes?" You asked the Devil as he was getting into bed. "Why? What're you gonna do?" He asked. "I need to run back to that patch of grass and grab my stuff." you said. "I'll be right back." You were about to turn and run out and head to Inkwell Isle two for, but then the Devil waved his hand, opening a small portal. You walk up and looked through it, seeing the patch of grass you had called home for many years. 

"Go on." The Devil said, gesturing towards the portal. "This will be faster." You gave him a small smile, but shook your head. "Devil, I don't want to become lazy." you said, then proceeded to turn around and head towards the door. But much to your surprise, the door shut itself. you flinched and turned around to see the Devil using his magic, and then he stepped through the portal himself. You waited a few seconds, then he came back through, holding your bag. "This what you need?" He asked, holding it up. You smiled and tried to take it, but he held it out of your reach. "Devil!" You whined, trying to jump for it. "Give it to me!" He just laughed and continued to hold it out of reach. You huffed and jumped up, giving him a peck on the lips. He froze, and you jumped on the bed and up to his hand. You swiped the bag from his hand, and chuckled triumphantly. You headed into the bathroom that was attached to his room, and changed into your pajamas. It felt nice to wear them. It had been so long since you had worn lounging clothes. You walked back out to see the Devil sitting on the bed, waiting for you. "You little cheater." he said, smirking. "I didn't cheat." you said innocently. "I just leveled the playing field." He chuckled and made room for you on the gigantic bed. You smiled and climbed in next to him.
"Are you comfortable with me cuddling you like this?" He asked. "I believe so." you said. "Me and my brother had nights like this when I was away because we kept having nightmares, and were too scared to sleep by ourselves." "Oh, right." he said, scratching the back of his head. "I-I'm sorry for what I did yesterday with him." "It's okay." you said. "You didn't know I was there, and you were still upset about the whole thing." He nodded. "Well, it's been a pretty long day." you said. "Goodnight, Devil." "Goodnight, my dear." he replied, giving you a kiss on the forehead. Then the two of you closed your eyes, and drifted off.

The next morning, you arose at an early time, like you always do. You sat up, stretching your arms. You had forgotten how comfortable the Devil's bed was, so you felt great. You took in a deep breath, and put on a bright smile. You were about to climb out of bed and head downstairs for some breakfast, but then you felt a pair of arms tighten around your waist. "Nooo." you heard the Devil moan. You giggled and turned around to see him burying his face into your back. "Honey, we gotta get up." you said, stroking his head. "I don't wanna." he said stubbornly. "Well I do." you argued, playfully. "I'm hungry, and I wanna go get breakfast." "Five more minutes." he whined. "No." you replied, trying to pull out of his grip. He didn't let go, and just hugged tighter. "I will drag you along with me if I have to." you warned. "You're bluffing." he said. "Alright, fine." you said, then you proceeded to pull. He started to drag behind you. "Honey, stop." he said. "No, I'm hungry." you said. You ended up pulling him completely off the bed. "Nooo." he moaned, trying to drag you down with him. You managed to shimmy out of his grip, and then jumped to avoid his arms. "Looks like I'm free." you said, then quickly ran out of the room before he could grab you again, or use his magic to pull you back into the bed. 

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