CHAPTER 14

Pierre looks at Elyon and dramatically yawns,"Cool story bro.It was boring though."Elyon grunts,"I wasn't done talking.Are you going to allow me to finish the story?"Pierre snickers,"My bad.I thought it was over but please do tell."

Elyon looks ahead,"After I ascended to my throne,I swept the Earth of all the nephilims.Except for one,"he turns to Pierre,"You."He continues,"As my son you are obligated to succeed me.Hence the road to the throne is a trying one.I had to make sure you were put to the test.You were tried,tested and passed."

Pierre shakes his head,"So now that I passed,what is the end game?"Elyon opens a portal in which they walk in.They had left Hell and entered a different plane.It looked much like the human world but different.Pierre looks around and turns to Elyon,"What is this place?"He looks on ahead,"This is a pocket universe where your brethren reside."Pierre stops,"You are telling me this realm is filled with nephilims?"Elyon nods,"And so much more."He summons a huge orb which was filled with a white mist."Living souls of your kind.You see this world is fragile and won't last.But with someone like you,it can survive.I,the lord of Hell and you the king of nephilims.Of course you will have to pledge your allegiance to me."

Pierre gives the orb back to Elyon and scratches his head,"King of the nephilims?Wow,sounds like a really huge deal.I know you have been waiting decades for this moment but in all honesty.Can't I sleep on this?"

Elyon scoffs,"What is there to think about.The honor to rule over a superior race doesn't just fall from the sky.Just say yes."

He shakes his head,"See that's the problem.You are pushing your luck old man.I do not want to be a tyrant.And if you don't want me to sleep on it,I got tons of free will.Watch me walk back to the world of the living."Elyon grabs his arm,"How dare you reject this honor?"Pierre brushes him off,"How dare I,how dare you?Dad my ass!Just cause your life went down the drain you had to drag us along.You had your wife killed,your son broken,many lives killed."

Elyon clicks his tongue,"A necessary sacrifice to turn you into the man you are now."

Pierre steps back in disbelief,"Are you even listening to the words you are saying.Cmon."He lets out a sigh,"I will be honest with you.I know good and evil,and you dad are evil.The least you could have done is spare the woman you claimed you fell in love with.Me joining your evil ranks would be an insult to my mothers you have killed.My answer is a big no.So you can kiss my ass and go fuck yourself."

Elyon has an intense stare down with Pierre,"Rejecting my offer comes with consequences my son,"he threatens him.Pierre snickers,"I don't give a shit."Elyon smirks,"You should care.There are so many ways I can get you to surrender to my will.And I will make sure I get what I want."Pierre meets the forehead of Elyon,"Listen up you shitbag I'm not afraid of you and your petty threats.You want to go,let's go now!I am itching to get my hands on you."Elyon stares him in his eyes,"You must be really stupid to think you can defeat me in my backyard?"Pierre shoves Elyon,"I know I have what it takes to beat your ass and I will do so.Let's end this right here,right now!"Elyon looks at the confident Pierre and points at him,"Mark my words.You will take your place besides me."Pierre mockingly laughs at him,"I would love to see you try!"He then becomes serious,"Good bye Elyon.For your sake,I hope our paths never cross.Stay the fuck away from me."Elyon angrily grunts,"There will be repercussions.You can't defy the laws of nature and walk away."Pierre conjures a portal and turns to Elyon,"You know where to find me."With that said,Pierre walks into the portal and vanishes.As his friends stand next to his lifeless body,he slowly opens his eyes.The time was 6a.m.

2 days later.

A car drives and parks in front of a few other vehicles at a graveyard.From it steps out Zack and Pierre.Zack turns to his friends whose arm was in a cast and half his face wrapped in bandages.He shakes his head,"Seriously dude,you look like a fucking mummy.Take this shit off,"Zack says to Pierre.The two begin to struggle attracting the attention of those seated."No way.I am still healing,"says Pierre.Zack grabs and pulls the bandages off his face,"Your eyes are fine.Bet your arm is too."Pierre sighs and takes off the cast,"Killjoy."Although his face was completely healed,he had a black eye.Zack hands to him a pair of dark shades,"Ok put these on."The walk and sit inside the tent.Pierre sits in between Jacinto and Rita.The casket of Martine is then brought by the guild operatives led by Aubrey.They set it in front as the priest appears and begins the funeral procession.After the priest had done his rites,he calls upon Pierre to give his eulogy.He walks up and turns to face those in attendance.

He clears his throat,"Hello every one.For those who knew the professor they had one thing to say.She was a pain in the ass."A laughter sweeps through as Pierre continues,"That was the kind of person she was.It was hard for her to express any emotions and had other ways of showing it.I should know,she was my mother.I loved her a lot."He takes off his shades and sniffs,"My last moments with her were the best I ever had.I never gave up hope that one day she would say she was proud of me.She was taken away from me before we could get to know one another.But I do know wherever she is,she is in good hands.And she will be missed greatly."He steps down and walks to her casket,"Till next time mother."He walks back to his seat.After all was said and done,the casket is lowered into the ground and she is buried.

After the burial,they all meet at the guild where they convene and have a small get together.

Pierre is met with Jacinto and Zack."It is unfortunate we didn't get to see her one last time.We loved your old lady,"says Zack.

Pierre nods,"She was something alright."

He turns to Pierre,"There are a few issues we cannot ignore.The state of the academy."

Pierre looks at Jacinto,"I'm sure the time Cinto spent with mother he is more than capable to run the place."

Jacinto nearly chokes on his sip hearing this new development,"Wait a minute.I can what now?"

Pierre smiles,"More than ever,we need to resume classes of the arcane.You can't live in that big ass fotress all by yourself.You are the new sorcerer.Congratulations.Send him students."

Jacinto looks at the two and panics,"Hang on.Im not qualified for the job.I was just an apprentice."

Zack pats his shoulder,"You will enjoy this promotion.The professor wouldn't want it any other way."

Pierre nods,"Besides you won't be alone.The guild are an extension of the academy.So your hands are going to be full."

Zack turns to Pierre,"Speaking of the sanctuary I'm assuming you'll be amongst those rejoining."

Pierre shakes his head,"Not now,perhaps later."

Zack nods,"Well in case you stir up some shit,you can always call on us."Pierre raises a brow,"The fuck that is supposed to mean?"Zack chuckles,"You are a trouble magnet!"Pierre shoves him as the men share a laugh.He hits his glass with a fork as every one turn their attention to him."In honor of my mother,I present to us the new professor of Caetram.To our new sorcerer Jacinto."Zack raises his glass,"To the professor."They all respond in unison.

After the funeral was over,Pierre walks back to his home.He walks in and is greeted by Sandra."You alright baby?"He nods,"Yes mom.Let me just lie down for a bit."He walks past her to his room.Aubrey wipes the mind of Sandra and his sister who are unaware of their abduction.As Pierre lies down,Travis walks in and stands at his door.He sits up,"Dad!"Travis smiles,"Come sit with me."Aubrey after much pleading leaves the mind of Travis.The two sit on the porch when Travis breaks the silence,"How was the funeral?"Pierre sighs,"It was a funeral.We laid her to rest."Travis turns around and crosses his arms,"We have never talked about this because I always thought there was no need to talk about it."He looks at Pierre,"A part of me always suspected you were no ordinary child."He then sits next to Pierre,"The day your father died,something inhuman killed him.The day of your birth,your mother pleaded with me to watch over you.And she too was killed by the same thing I saw."He sighs and wipes away a tear,"I am glad to be your guardian.I know you are capable of protecting us from harm."Pierre nods,"I should have been a little more honest.For you it may seem like just a few moments but it has been a lifetime of running.But now,I too feel safe right here.There is no place I would rather be."He embraces Travis,"And I'm thankful to you,father!"Listening to those words nearly bring Travis to tears and hugs his son tightly.Another set of arms joins in on them.Pierre looks around,"Uh what is going on?"Sandra smiles,"What we can't be a part of whatever this is?"Travis smirks,"You are most welcome.All of you."They all let go of each other when Lily extends her hand,"You owe me a hundred bucks."Pierre scoffs and turns to his parents,"For what?"Travis laughs nervously,"Nothing."His sister grins,"Dad and mom were certain you had a date with Andy.I told them your new girlfriend was none other than the stripper Rita."He looks at them all,"Ok first of all she is not a stripper."Travis leans back,"But she works in a whore house."Pierre sighs,"Past,as in was an exotic dancer.All of Madame Jezebel's businesses have gone down the drain.So it's a fresh start for her."Sandra shakes her head,"Goodness are they different?"His sister excitedly sits next to Pierre,"Too many questions mom.Tell us,How did it go?Are you officially dating or what?"The family turns to him as he blushes much to their excitement.

A week later,Lexi let's out a soft moan and turns her head to her side.Her blurry vision comes clearer seeing Pierre."Hi,"he says to her.Lexi sits up and looks around,"Where am I?"He sighs,"You are in a hospital."She sits up and feels an uneasy.Her left hand had been handcuffed."What is this,what is going on?"Pierre moves closer to her,"Relax please.You are in a mental hospital."Lexi angrily glares at him,"What the fuck Pierre?"She violently attempts to free herself.Pierre runs out and calls for help.A nurse rushes in and sedated the horrifying hysterical Lexi who then calms down.

The next day,she is seen in his company as they sit outside with her in a wheelchair."I talked to the doctor.They told me I've been having violent attacks."Pierre nods,"I know the doctors are looking for a medical solution but I think it's the blow back from being under the control of the mistress."

Lexi turns to Pierre,"Is she dead?"

He nods,"You killed her ass alright."He sighs and turns to her,"Listen Lexi.I care about you and want what is best for you."She smiles and holds his hand,"Me too.I'm hoping after all this we can be together."Pierre let's go of her,"Whilst we are on that subject,I hope you can use your time here to forget about me."Lexi leans back and scoffs,"Let me guess,me strapped up in here was Rita's idea?"She shakes her head,"You are so full of shit.How could you do this to me.I love you."

Pierre sighs and looks at her,"But I don't."His angry tone silences Lexi who looks the other way and sniffs.Pierre holds her hand,"Just because I can't be with you doesn't mean it's the end of your life.You were a prisoner for a really long time and now you are free.You will have to learn new things,meet new people.Most importantly see me as a really good friend."

A nurse then comes around,"Sir I need to administer her medicine."Lexi frantically turns to Pierre,"Please don't leave me here."Pierre strokes her cheek which calms her down,"You will be fine.That I promise you."The nurse takes away Lexi as Pierre begins to walk away.A part of him felt heart broken seeing Lexi in that position and wished he could help ease her pain.

As he walks towards the exit,he bumps into a nurse."Sorry,"he says without looking.The nurse stops in her tracks,"Pierre."He stops and turns to the sight of Andrea."Oh hey Andy!"he smiles as she walks up to him."Are you alright?"she asks him.He sighs and looks down,"Eh well I'm not sure."She takes his hand,"Come sit with me."Andrea brings Pierre to the hospital cafeteria.The two sit down and sip on their coffee."I haven't seen you since the incident days ago when they said you were in an accident,"she says.Pierre nods,"I'm doing much better now."She looks at him,"Why do I sense a but?"

He leans back and sighs,"A friend of mine is in the psych ward.Big temper,obsessive,that type.I feel partly responsible for her situation.I am trying but I wish there was more I could do to make her feel at peace."Andrea holds his hand,"Well it's not like that is going to happen over night.Time heals everything,right.And you can only show your support.That is the best you can do now."

Pierre nods,"Thanks Andy.You seem to know the right words to say to me.I feel a lot better now."

She let's go of his hand and leans back,"I hear you finally hit the jackpot.You are finally dating her."He laughs nervously,"Something like that.We are getting somewhere."She nods,"So are you happy?"Pierre smirks,"Are you shrinking me?"Andrea awkwardly laughs,"Uh no.But I am happy for you."Pierre takes a sip and puts down his cup,"Well I better get going."The two get up and look at each other."See you around,"he extends his hand to which Andrea shakes."I will see you around,"she smiles.The two walk in opposite directions.Andrea turns around and looks at Pierre.She smiles to herself and continues to walk.

Once out of the hospital,Pierre walks up to Rita who was in the company of the angels.He puts his arm around Rita."How is your friend doing?"Celestiel asks.Pierre sighs,"Terrible but I'm sure the drugs will do the trick."He looks at the angels,"So you guys heading back to the Silver City?"Celestiel shakes her head,"Not really.Home is closer than you think."Jaciel smirks,"Don't worry,you'll be seeing us around."Pierre points at him,"Next time find means to meet up in a civilized way.No random sneak attacks."Jaciel nods,"You have my word."Celestiel and Jaciel begin to walk away from the couple."Are we going to see them any time soon?"Rita looks at Pierre."Probably sooner,"he says and they walk in the opposite direction.

The angels are seen walking into a parking lot.After waiting for a short time,another angel descends.Celestial turns to him,"Status report."The angel shakes his head,"Things are not looking well.More of our brethren are falling and being captured."Celestiel crosses her arms,"Do we have any leads on who is causing this?"The angels shakes his head,"We do not.That is the worrying part."Jaciel sighs,"You can go.And stay safe."The angel flies off.Jaciel turns to Celestiel."We should have told him,"Jaciel says to Celestiel.She turns to him,"He was not ready."Jaciel snickers,"Not ready?He is now.He needs to know the real reason why we sought him out."Celestiel looks the other way,"We are dragging him into our war."Jaciel stands in front of her,"We are far from home.We keep losing our brothers and sooner the skies will be vulnerable.He is our only ally with resources."Celestial turns away from Jaciel,"For now we ally with the guild.We cannot call on Pierre after the ordeal he underwent."Jaciel scoffs,"You are going to let him take another break?"She turns to him,"I said we will keep him out of the fight for now.But we will call him when the war is about to start."Jaciel sighs,"You best hope it won't be too late."The angels proceed to walk out of the parking lot.

Pierre and Rita are seen walking down the block where his house was.

"So we are going to meet the parents huh?"Rita says to Pierre.He chuckles nervously,"Sorry,my sister opened her mouth.And now my folks are extremely eager to meet you.And I can't say no to them?"

"And what do they think about me?"Rita asks him.He hesitates momentarily,"You know moms.You will have to prove to her you will make an amazing daughter in law."She stops and pulls him closer."Easy baby!"she smirks and kisses him.Pierre smiles,"I guess you'll convince her you are good for me after all."She gives him a light nudge,"Don't expect me to kiss your mom though."Pierre gasps,"Oh no.We wouldn't want her getting any ideas."She nods,"Well you can't blame me.I spent most of my time in a nightclub."She clears her throat,"I found a job.It is decent and the manager has taken a liking to me.I will be a barista."

Pierre raises his brows,"Hold up,he took a liking to you?Did you give him a lap dance?"

She gasps and steps on his feet,"Pierre how dare you?"

He snickers,"Just kidding."She crosses her arms and playfully pouts,"Not funny.I have brains you know."

He puts his arm around her,"Hey better tell your boss you have a boyfriend."She glares at him,"Excuse me,since when did you become my boyfriend?"He looks at her,"Hello,you fucked me.Remember."She scoffs,"It goes two ways."He grins,"Actually you fucked me twice!"She shakes her head and laughs,"Ok yes we did fuck but that doesn't validate the status of this."He let's go and looks at her,"So you don't want to be my girlfriend?"She pulls him closer to her,"Are you asking me to be one?"

He leans in and nuzzles her,"What do you say?"She shyly looks the other way,"You are so fucking weird you know that!"He grabs her chin,"I'm different."He tries to kiss her but she places her finger on his lips,"I will tell you when we get there."She puts his arm around her,"Now tell me about your past eight lives.You must have a lot of experience.By any chance do you have any children roaming around there?"Pierre shakes his head,"All my previous families were murdered."Rita looks at him,"So you spent most of your life pursuing Nick and nothing else?"Pierre rubs his chin,"Well I've had three girlfriends."Rita snickers,"Uh yes.You did mention in one life you were a girl.I bet you were a freak under the sheets.You should teach me whatever it is you used to do."Pierre shakes his head,"You need to get your head out of the gutter."She kisses his cheek as the pair walks up to his home.Pierre opens the door and walks in,"Hello,I'm home!"Sandra appears and walks up to him,"Hey son."She is surprised by the appearance of Rita."Oh you brought a guest."

He nods,"Yes.I told you I was bringing company."

He nods and takes Rita by her hand,"Hello love.Help me set the table."She leads Rita to their dining room."Honey,Pierre is here with his girlfriend,"Sandra calls out to Travis.Pierre felt so much embarrassment,"Mom!"Sandra looks up at him,"What,she is your girlfriend,isn't she?"Travis appears and walks up to Rita,"Hi I'm Pierre's father.You must be the girl my son has fallen head over heels for."

Pierre grunts and gives his father a nudge,"Dad,easy on the interrogation."

He ignores Pierre and turns his attention to the overwhelmed Rita,"It's fine.Great.I cannot wait to be a grandpa."

Rita gasps as Pierre bites on a towel grunting,"Are you fucking kidding me?"

Sandra touches Rita's hand and gives her a twirl,"You have such a nice figure.Child bearing hips too.I want four grandkids."

Pierre hides his face under the table cloth.Rita grins and looks at Sandra,"I can do you better.How about six?"They all exchange glances as Travis and Sandra smile."I love this girl,"Sandra looks at Pierre who covers his face,"Fuck me!"

Elyon steps out of a portal entering the mortal plane.He sighs,"You failed me child.Alas you got what you wanted.Congratulations,you are now the king of nephilims."Behind him he is joined by Nick,"Thank you my lord."Elyon turns to him,"Just because you are now the king of the nephilim doesn't mean you should forget your place.This was made possible because he rejected my offer."Nick bows,"I will never forget my place my Lord."

The pair walks down the hallway and open the doors to a laboratory,"How are we doing?"

The engineer turns around and quickly gets up,"My Lord I received your newest instructions."

Elyon walks around the lab,"Spare me the fucking theatrics human.I am asking about the progress of your experiment."

He nods,"Right.Calibrating the frequency is already off the charts.This dampener is capable of capturing an archangel."

Elyon is impressed and taps the device,"Except I do not need it to be used on them.I need the frequency to be strong enough to destabilize a certain hybrid."The engineer grins,"Of course your excellency.I will make sure of that."A masked operative walks up to Elyon,"If I may my Lord."He turns to her,"Speak child."She kneels before him,"Grant me the honor of delivering Pierre to you."He smirks,"You two have shared history."Nick scoffs,"Nothing like a scorned woman."The operative takes off their helmet and is revealed to be a scarred Olivia.Elyon and Nick stand there with sinister smirks.