The Smallest Hell spawn (A Hazbin Hotel Side Story)

Chapter One- Imprinting

'Nearly a week had passed since Ryker was first found outside the happy hotel, most of the residents of the hotel had gotten used to the little Hell Spawn, although only Charlie and Vaggie really spent time with him'

'However Ryker had noticeably began to develop a personality of his own, he was extremely curious for his age, often getting into situations that often wouldnt occur for a normal toddler'

'He also started to grow rather hesitant, defensive even around the members of the happy hotel, the only exception being Charlie, who he seemed to be rather close too'

'However as long as Charlie was around Ryker seemed to get along with anyone in the vicinity'

'Charlie herself had begun to grow rather attached to Ryker aswell, often finding the young Hell Spawn's antics rather cute. If not troubling at times'

'This is the current reason Charlie finds herself out shopping for a particular item. She was looking for a crib'

'She figured since Ryker would be staying at the hotel she might aswell go out and get a proper bed for him, instead of him sleeping in the cradle she found him in'

'Charlie had also been thinking about having a talk with Vaggie about exactly what they are going to do with Ryker'

'However at the moment she finds herself looking through a baby related store having gone through many of them already'

'Charlie had been out almost all day and due to her own stubbornness she had been going from store to store. Trying to find a suitable crib. However she simply wants to find one that she believes will make Ryker feel at home'

'After a time of searching Charlie's face lights up into a smile, picking up the large box infront of her. Taking it over to the till and paying for it'

'After paying for the Box Charlie walks outside where her Limo could be found waiting'

'Back at the hotel things seem to be going relatively well. Aside ofcourse for one thing'

'For the past half an hour Vaggie had been trying to coax Ryker to come out of his Cradle, only for him to scoot farther back into it, causing him to sit in the shadow as he glares at her. The once yellow glow coming from him having turned orange'

Vaggie: "Hey...you know I wont hurt you" 'Vaggie says softly, doing her best to not alarm Ryker any further as she gently reaches her hand into the cradle'

'Ryker backs away further, a surprisingly threatening growl coming from him as he keeps away from Vaggie'

'With a sigh Vaggie pulls back her arm, mumbling to herself in spanish as she crosses her arms'

Angel: "Just give it a break, it's clear the kid dosent want anythin to do with you" 'Angel says with an annoyed sigh from the couch'

Vaggie: "I just dont get it. He was fine with me a few days ago" 'Vaggie says with a disappointed sigh as she walks to the couch and sits down'

Angel: "I think that's just how things work. I mean I've been talking to you for not even five minutes and I'm bored!" 'Angel says bluntly, his attempt at Dry humor not working too well'

'Vaggie's glare is cut off by the sound of the front door opening and Charlie stumbling her way in, the large box in hand'

Angel: "What the hell is that?" 'Angel asks with a confused blink'

Charlie: "I figured since Ryker is going to be staying with us that he should have a proper bed! Speaking of..." 'Charlie says setting down the box before walking over to the cradle'

Angel: I wouldn't do that if I were yoy, he's been a little pissy lately" 'Angel says earning a confused look from Charlie as Vaggie walks over to her'

Vaggie: "Yeah he wasnt too happy" 'Vaggie says with a sigh, disappointment evident in her voice'

'A confused frown crosses Charlie's face as she places her hands on her hips and turns to the cradle, gently lifting the lid'

'Once Charlie opens the lid and makes eye contact with Ryker his eyes narrow, his glow turning orange'

Charlie: "Hey now...its just me" 'Charlie says softly causing Ryker's head to tilt, his glow turning a shade closer to Yellow as he slowly inches forward'

'Once close enough Ryker's glow returns to it's normal Yellow color as he recognizes Charlie, a soft rumble coming from him'

Charlie: "Yeah I know, I'm sorry I was gone so long" 'Charlie says cracking a soft smile as she picks Ryker up'

Vaggie: "I dont get how you do it. Not even five minutes ago he was ready to kill me" 'Vaggie says in an exasperated tone as she stands next to Charlie,  holding her right index finger out to Ryker letting him curiously hold it'

Charlie: "I dont know...he just seems really well behaved with me" 'Charlie says with a confused look crossing her face, a black shadow appearing over her'

Alastor: "Actually!" 'Alastor says loudly with a finger raised, replacing the shadow as he does so'

Vaggie: "Jesús jodido Cristo!" 'Vaggie says loudly jumping backwards slightly, having instinctively grabbed a spear'

Charlie: "Yes Alastor? What is it?" 'Charlie asks with a sigh'

Alastor: "I do believe I have the awnser to your problem dear! When a Hellspawn reaches a certain age likley around three years old. They imprint on the person they find the most trust worthy. Therefore they become extremely attached to them" 'Alastor says looking at Ryker'

Charlie: "So...that means?" 'Charlie asks. Slightly confused'

Alastor: "Why my dear it would seem that  the young one has imprinted on YOU. Quite the development I must say" 'Alastor says with his smile widening. Clearly amused'

Charlie: "So he...thinks I'm his mom?" 'Charlie asks in surprise while looking down at Ryker. Recieving a smile from the young Hell Spawn'

*To Be Continued*