The Will of an Enemy (Lumity)

Demon-stration

Nothing had changed at the Blight manor. It's grandness persisted throughout the years. Those who resided in it thought they could stay the same as well, save for the youngest child.

Amity had thought back on what her pink haired friend had said, and decided to take it to heart. She didn't know when, but the girl's determination did not waiver. She would risk anything for the human she had grown fondly of.

The guard sat at her desk blankly staring at the azura book while her mind wandered. Instead of her usually attentive self getting lost in the compelling story, she thought of her recent conversation with Luz. She lost complete interest in the book, and looked beside her bed where a new poster hung. Amity rested her chin in her hand and gaped at the wanted poster. She felt herself slouch as she let out a content sigh.

Just as she got lost in the drawing, she was interrupted by a frantic tap on the window. The girl jumped and prepared a spell. Her alarm dropped when she saw it was only King.

The guard walked over and slid up the glass. "Oh, it's the Human's.. Demon?" She crossed her arms. "What're you doing here?"

King was panting when he rolled into the room. "Special delivery for one green haired witch!"

"What?" Amity raised an eyebrow. "You know I could arrest you right now-"

"It's from Luz."

"o-oH?" Her eyes widened a little.

He glanced over at the poster, then back at Amity. "And from what I see, it seems like you were expecting it."

The guard's ears dropped as she scrambled to hide any trace of the poster. "HUh? Why w-would I want something from that human?"

"I don't know! Or really care." King handed her the note. "Now are you gonna read it or what? It's my nap time soon!"

"Wh-whatever." Amity snatched the note.

"Where's my tip?" King obnoxiously asked.

Amity looked confused. "What? It's already nice enough I'm not capturing you right now."

"Just a pat would be appreciated!"

The guard rolled her eyes, giving the furry demon a delicate rub on his head. "You know.." She tried to suppress a smile. "You're actually really soft."

"Neh, Thank you!" The demon plopped down. "Now go on and read the note so I can get one back to Luz."

"Alright." Amity glanced down, observing the note. She looked at every corner, noting the texture and off-white color of the paper. She was red to her ears when she noticed the heart sticker that connected the fold. She lightly tore the paper apart, revealing Luz's messy but regardlessly adorable handwriting.

Hey Amity! The note began.

Hope this note gets to you okay (I was worried King was gonna rip it with his teeth)! But anyways. How are you? You must be confused about this random letter. But I just wanted to say I missed seeing you haha! Eda grounded me which is probably why you haven't seen much of me.

Now that we're kinda cool now(?) I was hoping we could actually talk! Maybe we could even start up Azura book club again, if you still like them of course. I wonder what's changed in your life since we went to Hexide. But from what I can tell, you seem just as great.

Anyways, I hope you'll write me back! Maybe we can see eachother again somehow..? I know it would be hard since y'know..

But in the meantime, I'll still think about the last time I saw you. And I just wanted to thank you for opening up to me. I know it's hard, but I really appreciate it! It was also lots of fun to just see you again.

See you around, captain.
<3 Luz

The note sent the guard overboard. Amity's face was smitten with read as she read each line over a million times. "I-I've got to be overthinking things..!" She muttered to herself. She paced around her room, not being able to sit from the excitement. "She really sent that demon over here just to talk to me??"

"Yes, and this demon can hear you so watch what you say!" He snickered.

Amity completely ignored him, rushing to her desk. She began to write out a response.

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The demon scampered back to the Owl House, where the impatient human awaited him. He was ambushed as soon as he walked in the door.

"What did she say, King!!" Luz bombarded the demon with questions. "Did it seem like she liked the note? Was she busy when you got there? I hope not.. Did she send anything back?

King sighed, sprawling out on the couch. "Give me a minute girl!" He groaned. "She was fine, just as crazy as you are. And she said she'll send over the letter tomorrow."

"Cuidado, demonio." Luz blushed slightly. "I wonder what she's gonna say.. Do you think I scared her with the note?"

"You're overthinking things." King rolled his eyes. "Now pay up with the candy! I know you're gonna make me go out again once you get her note back!"

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Late into the night Amity was still at her desk. Piles of paper surrounded her, which were all crumpled into wads.

"Gods, why is this so hard?" The girl cupped her face in her hands and let out a groan. "What do I even say?"

"I think you should recycle this little number." A voice called out, as a familiar pink note floated towards her.

Amity's blush immediately surpassed the hue of the paper as she desperately grabbed it. "Not funny!!" The guard whined.

The duo of twins were up to their mischief once again. "Sorry mittens, we won't torment you anymore." Her brother snickered.

"But honestly sis, you're putting too much thought into it!" Her sister smiled. "Let us see what you wrote.

"NO." Amity cringed at her own loudness and fear her parents had heard. "Look i'm open to general ideas, but I would actually die if you read it."

"Dearest Luz," Edric said in a posh voice. "Our fates tear us apart, but my love drives me towards you! I know it's wrong but my determination will shine through!" The twins broke out into a fit of laughter.

"Great idea." Amity rolled her eyes, shoving the two of them out of her room. "Why don't you go write your own love story."

Once amity had slumped back into her chair, her mind began to race. How can Luz be so outgoing? It's amazing how she can just be herself without worry. A smile crept onto her face.

If only I could be more like her... Maybe it's confidence that she likes!

With profound assurance, the guard spent the rest of her night crafting the perfect note.