•SEVEN•

Lucifer takes me to a place inside his castle that I've never been before. It was dark and hot as hell. Surrounding us were skulls on pikes lit up by fire. There in the center of the room is a huge chain imbedded between the cracks of hell. The chain started to move. My grip tightened around Lucifer's large hands.

The ground beneath us started to shake but the Lord of Hell is unfazed by it. Maybe he just want to scare the crap out of me. Believe me it's working. A pair of giant yellow eyes appear out of nowhere but when it started to move I can see it's reptilian body.

Lucifer has a pet dragon.

"You surprised me alright. Now get me out of here before it eats me."

"Lola here will be your protector," Lucifer says. "Ain't that right my pet?"

'Yes, my Lord, I swear on the River Styx to protect her with my life.'

I can hear the dragon in my mind. Like Crimson. Am I like that movie, Dr. Dolittle, who can talk to animals?

"Nice to meet you Lola," I smiled sweetly at her then I glare at Lucifer. "How can she protect me when she's a giant?"

"Transform."

Upon his command, Lola turned into a hand sized lizard. Wow that was freakishly awesome but weird. I walk forward and knelt to the ground. My hand reached out and Lola climbed up my hand to my shoulder.

"Lola is yours to command," Lucifer smiles.

I suppose this surprise wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Why would I need something or someone to protect me when Lucifer doesn't leave me out of his sight? We three left where Lola was kept and Lucifer lead us toward his throne room. Once inside all the rulers of Circle of Hell were seated around the table.

Lucifer's throne is gargantuan. Surrounding it were skeletons and skulls with dried blood stains on them. Literally, there's steps for him to walk up to sit on his mighty throne. It was so high it overlooks the round table where the Rulers were seated.

With Lola on my shoulder, she crawled down my arm to lay on my lap when I grab a seat. I'll have to get use to her crawling over my body with her cold reptilian skin. They continued their conversation about someone leading a rebellion against Lucifer. So boring. When will someone talk about something more enticing.

My back started to ache after sitting long hours in a chair while they were still gossiping. I can't even tell time in Hell but I'm sure it's late. Lucifer notices me slanted in a chair with a sleepy look on my face. Finally, everyone left but Queen Kasna stopped at Lucifer's side and lean down to kiss his hand goodbye. I rolled my eyes beginning to stand up.

My ass is so numb I began rubbing it. After I stopped, it jiggled like jello and Lucifer cleared his throat.

"What?" I said. "My butts numb."

Lucifer raises his pierced eyebrow then said,"I have something for you."

Hopefully not another "pet." How many surprises does he have up his sleeve? He turn on his heel leaving the throne room. I followed behind him. My eyes wondered to his back then to his butt. He has a magnificent butt. Ugh, why am I infatuated with the Devil.

He paused his footsteps causing me to bump into his back and guess what. My hand accidentally grazed his butt. Lucifer turned with a grin plastered across his handsome face. Can I say embarrassing?

I realized we've stopped in front of Lucifer's bedroom.

As soon as we walked in, there lying across his gigantic bed, are piles of animation cartoon character pajamas. O-M-G! I practically squealed, jumping up and down clapping my hands together. Feels like I was moving in slow motion reaching for them when suddenly they disappeared.

"What—" I started.

"They're in the closet but the only way you can have them is if you do a small favor for me." There's a glint in his eyes with an amusing expression. I heard the Devil grants favors but offers something in return. Oh man I really want those pajamas.

"Depends on what kind of favor you are asking." I cocked my head to the side.

'Whatever Master gifts you, you should accept.' Lola says. I forgot she was still here.

"My dear, Lola, why don't you leave us and find something to eat." Lucifer orders her and she vanished from my shoulder.

"Shouldn't I be the one giving her orders?"

"Of course," Lucifer smiles. "But I'm the Devil." So he reminds me.

Lucifer takes off his black t-shirt discarding it to the floor then he loosens his belt. After that he unbuttons his dark jeans and quickly I turned around. "What the hell are you doing?" Gosh, I bet my cheeks are beet red.

"So you've never seen a man undress before you?"

Of course not!

"It's only fair because you undressed in front of me." I can hear the amusing tone in his voice. I whirled around speed-walking towards him with my finger pointing at his chest. Wow. His chest is hard and strong. Ripples of muscles down his abdomen. And his pictorials. Damn I'm soaking wet.

"Surely, you know I was under the influence. My mind wasn't sober."

Lucifer grabs my finger holding it firmly in his hand saying,"The favor I ask of you is to kiss me."

Okay. What did he just say? I'm not sure if I know how to kiss! I've never been kissed before but I have always wanted to wait for that special someone. Lucifer's pulls me against him. He looks down at me with a look in his purple eyes trying to discern what he is thinking.

The dark angel before me is tall. I have to lift my head up to see his beautiful face. If I were to kiss him I have to stand on my tippy toes.

"What if I don't give you what you want?" I whispered.

"I won't let you have those pj's." He says. "But remember what I've told you."

"What?"

"I can make you do whatever I want, Celine."

Don't give in girl. Make him see you are not to be played with. My subconscious is always right but right now his lips parted begging me to kiss them. I closed my eyes for second then open them back up. What would it be like to kiss the Devil?  Only one way to find out.

I stood on my tippy toes. My lips almost reaching his when I felt his hand slide around my back bringing me in closer. His other hand curling around my neck. Our lips brushed. Finally, his mouth captured mine. It was pure bliss. Our lips moving in sync. I felt his tongue trying to enter my mouth and I let him in willingly.

Never thought a kiss could be so magical. The Devil is a magnificent kisser. Our moment ended when a moan escaped my mouth surprising me. Lucifer pulls away. His eyes glassy from the kiss they shared. I realized he was in his boxers and I blushed.

"Happy now?" My voice sounded husky. I pretended it was only a kiss but it felt more than that.

"The wardrobe is full with your crazy pajamas."

I smiled taking that as a cue to get ready for bed. I waltzed heading for the closet and there were too many to choose from but I decided to grab a Minnie Mouse one with a matching tank top. Once dressed, I closed the wardrobe and found Lucifer lying in bed his arms crossed behind his dark head. He looks so damn sexy like that.

"Wanna give me a kiss goodnight?" He grins.

"Once was enough. Don't think there will be another time." I smiled sweetly, knowing that I'm lying to myself.

"Liar."

I got underneath the soft covers turning on my side facing him.

"Night Lucifer. Don't let the hellhounds bite."

"Do you mean don't let me bite?"

Rolling my eyes, I turn the other way. I can feel his body heat behind my back. And you know what. It was the best sleep I ever had since I came to Hell.