Chapter 19 Just an advice: Don't betray her.

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It was about mid-afternoon, you had started the hotel renovations with Boris and Charlie by examining the various cracks that Nifty had mentioned. Alastor had repaired some of them yesturday but when you looked at the walls, the ceiling and even the floor in some places, you could see some of them.

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"So, What do you think, Boris? " you asked.

"It's not good at all, my little boss. "He said, taking out a pair of glasses so they could look at one of her. "Alastor's going to have to use a little more of his power to fix this."

Charlie bites his nails quietly.

"What do you mean,? "Charlie asked with concern.

"Look," said Boris, pointing to some cracks. "Most of them look old and their opening is quite alarming, this one, for example, seriously damages the solidity of the building, when a crack comes out of the ground it's rarely a good sign, I've seen it on the lower floors, it absolutely must be repaired." He paused and moved on to another crack "Here look at this crevice, they are a few centimetres wide and are extremely dangerous." Boris placed a hand under his chin. "I also noticed that the wood on the floor was deformed, and that there was some sort of greenish residue. I wonder if there isn't some kind of fungus in some parts of the Hotel, I don't know how the flora works in Hell, so I can't say more. But one thing's for sure, the hotel floor doesn't look very reliable to me- "

"Ah my dear fellows! May I know what you're doing?"A static voice cut him.

You and Boris had looked away as Charlie gave a welcoming smile to the demon on the radio.

"Oh Alastor, Y/N was worried about the cracks Nifty had told her about, so she asked Boris if he could take a closer look at the hotel's architecture to tell us if there were any problems that needed to be fixed."

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You could almost have sworn that Alastor gave a death stare to Boris. Indeed, the deer wasn't happy at all. This mutt had no role to play in this hotel, his only purpose was just to stay there and fail in his rehabilitation with his brother and nothing else. How dare he meddle in HIS business? It was HIS job to keep this hotel running, not his.

Why wasn't he told about that?

"Oh, but I doubt we should bother one of our guests. My dear Charlie, you should have called me-"

"I don't mind Alastor," Boris calmly replied with a smile that might have seemed sincere if you didn't know how easy it is for him to wear several masks. "Thank you for wanting to make sure I enjoy my stay here, but believe me, helping to develop the hotel satisfies me even more than just staying here."

You looked at the Wolf-dog with an admiring smile. It was well said and without any malice. You had always admired Boris's sense of diplomacy. He was much less sanguine than you, He always tried to take things calmly and thoroughly. The only time he could lose his temper was when there was a serious problem affecting his loved ones, but otherwise it took a lot to upset him.

Alastor had noticed that little look you had given to your friend, it was the first time he had seen that expression on your face. His smile tightened when he noticed that this gentle appreciative attitude wasn't meant for him.

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And it drove him M A D

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How could you give an ounce of interest to such a weak and dull person? What made him so special to make you take off that cold, emotionless woman's mask you wore every day?

The deer took a deep breath and relaxed his muscles to avoid showing any sign of weakness in front of you.

"Well, my friend, if it makes you happy, who am I to make you go against your wishes?" Declared the deer with an acid tone.

"I knew you would understand me, Alastor. "Boris smiled amicably. "Besides, we need a little help. I may be comfortable with anything masonry however I could never fix everything so quickly and we are short of time. Can you use your magic to fix these cracks? "He simply asked.

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Alastor pushed his head back with a slight surprise.He couldn't understand why that mutt was so "friendly." He could feel a little hypocrisy coming from him, nevertheless it was hardly noticeable. It was quite unsettling for him, was this wolf-dog mocking him? Or was he sincere?

He still hadn't figured out how to undertand him.

Even though he was very expressive, he could easily hide his true intentions.

Of course, he would find a way to break his mask and know all his weaknesses. He just needed time, be patient and play along.

His victory will be all the more satisfying at the end.

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"But of course! Nothing could be easier for me. " he exclaimed with a small laugh while he snapped his fingers.

And unsurprisingly, the cracks closed without the slightest resistance. Boris folded his arms and kept a smile on his face.

"It's perfect, and can you strengthen the floor? "

The deer raised an eyebrow before looking at the ground in confusion.

"I'm sorry my friend, but I don't understand you, it looks perfectly fine."

" "It looks", indeed Alastor, but when you look at the shape of the planks in some places the floor looks more than fragile, and I'm afraid, given the age of the building, that it could collapse if someone doesn't pay enough attention."

"Oh, well, I think that would be a "smashing exit." The deer laughed.

Strangely, your lips stretched in a funny little smile. Boris grinned rather annoyed by this pun, he never really liked this kind of joke unlike his brother or...

Oh, no....

He turned to you in haste with a begging look and with horror he saw that your eyes sparkled with malice.

NO

"Indeed it wood be sad if one of our guests found himself into a gap. So now that all the risks have been stated, can you please be a deer and fix this floor? "You asked in a slightly provocative and sarcastic tone.

The wolf dog refrained from bringing the palm of his hand to his face in exasperation while Charlie tried to held her laughter.

Why of all the similarities you could have shared with that demonic deer, had to be about puns or ridiculous jokes?

Alastor's smile had widened slightly at your little comment, Boris was quite surprised to see that he seemed really pleased. He thought you could have offended him a little with your pun on "dear", but it seemed to be the opposite.

Without warning, Alastor snapped his fingers and the floor seemed to change within seconds, it was immediately in better condition, almost new.

"But of course, my little wolf cub, we wouldn't want anyone to get hurt... "

Your smile has completely fallen off, sending you back to your cold, unfeeling appearance as he pronounced his words

Boris glanced at you furtively to analyze your reaction and he noticed very well that you were wounded in your pride. He had to do something because he knew that you were going to make a sarcastic remark and thus raise the tension a notch.

"Frankly I have to admit that I am impressed," he said with a fake admiring smile to attract the attention of the demon on the radio. Of course it worked. "I'm almost a little bit jealous! I'd love to be that fast when I'm doing DIY, especially with this result."

"But of course it's of good quality, my dear friend! "shouted Alastor with a slightly offended tone while crossing his arms with smugness and raising his chin "what kind of a partner would I be if I wasn't capable of such a formality "

You looked at him somewhat jadedly and sighed wearily.

"Sorry to interrupt you two, but we still have work to do. Charlie show me the party room. I'd like to see where the construction is going at the moment.

The blonde's smile widened considerably as she jumped with excitement at the thought of showing you this room.

"Oh yes of course Y/N come on let's go!" She grabbed your arm without warning and dragged you down the stairs, leaving Boris and Alastor alone...

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It was at this moment Boris knew Charlie had made a big mistake.

He felt his heart racing as several shivers sadistically ran down his spine. He quickly tried to join you downstairs, hoping to escape the demon of the radio.

"Well I'm going to join them Al, I promised Charlie to help them prepare the room, I'll see you later, alright? " He said in the most neutral tone he could use but he couldn't contain a slight tremor in his voice. It was so much easier when you were there...

He turned his heels and got ready to walk down the steps.

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"Wait a minute my friend."

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The wolf-dog froze. Of course that he wasn't going to let him go. Of course he wasn't! He took a deep breath and turned around with a big (silly) smile on his face.

"Yes, is there a problem? "He asked innocently but of course his smile fell completely when he saw the deer's gaze.

The hallway had taken on a much darker appearance and Boris could hear static reasoning in his head, giving him a rush of adrenaline.

Alastor looked perfectly calm and relaxed, unlike him. However, the wolf-dog could see through his eyes that he was furious.

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"What do you think you're doing?"

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This question froze Boris on the spot.

"Think Boris thinks! Think of something that terrifies you even more than that lunatic. Get your head in the game," he shouted in his mind to calm himself.

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Alastor had tilted his head with a horrible creak in a humanly impossible angle as he continued to stare at the wolf-dog, as if he was devouring what remained of his soul from a distance.

"I'm just helping my best friend," Boris replied calmly. "And whether you like it or not, I'll keep doing it. I don't care what you think."

"Hotel business is none of your concern. Just do what you're supposed to do as a good and self-respecting guest Boris." Alastor grunted in a threatening voice.

Boris relaxed his body slightly and stepped forward.

"Anything that has anything to do with my friends r with my brother is my business Alastor, but you can't understand that, I really feel sorry for you."

Alastor clenched his teeth, how dare that mutt challenge him? If he hadn't made that damn deal with you, he would have killed him a long time ago.

He couldn't stand the calm attitude Boris displayed, which was in stark contrast to the fear that was coming out of him.

"If you think that my contract with Y/N protects you from what I have planned for you, you are seriously mistaken, I will find a way to bypass its rules Boris, leave this place with your brother while you still can" He threatened in a distorted voice while his antlers were growing on his head.

"The last piece of stupidity you should do is this one, Alastor. Your pride is so overrated you can't see past the end of your nose."

The deer's eyes went dark.

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Shut up... shut up... shut up....

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"You know, if I hadn't known Y/N I'd probably be more than terrified of you right now, but I'm not. My little boss is a lot more threatening and terrifying than you underestimate her."

He looked down for a moment and shivered as a horrible image of you burst into his mind.

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"Let me give you some "friendly advice": Do. Not. Betray. Her."

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The deer raised an eyebrow with disdain. Boris growled slightly as he saw that Alastor took him anything but seriously. He adjusted his glasses with an almost exaplaneous gesture and added.

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"You can make fun of my warnings if it's amusing for you, I don't care. However, I know one thing for sure, I certainly wouldn't like to be in your shoes when she instills the very definition of "submission" in your skull the day you see her other face. Y/N can be many things, but certainly not " a wolf cub" Alastor."

(A/N: https://img.wattpad.com/da591f226a001833d06937cd00f6a444b0d10388/68747470733a2f2f73332e616d617a6f6e6177732e636f6d2f776174747061642d6d656469612d736572766963652f53746f7279496d6167652f576472394f50695570766e7162773d3d2d3834323139313533332e313566363239353338316437353831633337343437383535323538302e6a7067?s=fit&w=400&h=400

Little idea of what Boris looks like, it's only the third time I draw a "furry" character, I hope you like it.)

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Without adding something else, he turned and walked down the stairs to meet you and Charlie.

Alastor watched him leave silently, treating everything that he had told him.

Several shadows came out of the hallway and stared at him hungrily. Some walked towards him and whispered incomprehensible things, while others just stared at their master with a begging expression on their face.

"No, I have a deal."Alastor said without taking his eyes off Boris.

He thought about his warning... He looked so serious it was almost comical.

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So, betrayal was the best way to piss you off?

That was interesting. The deer was already wondering what kind of rage you could have. He'd seen you angry before, but according to that idiot, what he saw was nothing compared to what he described.

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What would you look like?

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His claws were tapping a steady rhythm on the banister of the stairs while his twisted mind imagined you completely out of your mind.

His smile then twisted into an unhealthy smile, you would be so beautiful if you were enraged, so eager to show him your power with the utmost ferocity...

Oh Lucifer what a wonderful opportunity for him to show you his definition of "Domination".

A small shiver of excitement ran down his spine as he made his microphone appear in his hand.

Oh yes, what a wonderful way to teach you the very meaning of the dog:

Obedience and submission.

Yes, that would be absolutely extraordinary ... no, it would be an incredible entertainment! An entertainment that would be as unhealthy as it is divine! One of the best he has had since he came here.

The two of you, dancing with the reaper on the rooftops of the city to exhaustion in an intense, and spectacular performance of anthology!

A fight as spicy as it is painful, a fight of insane rage that would result in your inevitable, pitiful and lamentable defeat.

He couldn't let Vox or anyone else damage you. You were his and his alone. You were his prey.

When that day will come, He will revel in your flesh and the taste of your blood... Oh dear Satan, He couldn't wait for that moment to come. He was sure your blood was just as bitter as you. A real treat.

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The shadows in the corridor looked at each other with excitement as they felt the overflowing enthusiasm of their master. Alastor swirled his microphone with amusement as he prepared to return to his office.

"Keep me informed on what's going on, I still have to prepare some more papers for Charlie."

And with these words, the shadows nodded their heads and disappeared into the darkness...

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Hey, everybody!I can see we're over 35K!Thank you so much it means a lot to me, I'm really glad that you still like this story so much, thank you so much for your help, your comments and all your support!

Yes, Boris piqued Alastor's curiosity instead of keeping him away from you... Well We can't blame him for trying ^^'