THE DAY OF A SUCCUBUS (2)

A few seconds passed before a soft voice called out, "Come in," from inside. Velmoria pushed the door open and led the other demons inside. Morning light seeped through the tall, arched windows, casting a muted glow across the furniture and silk that adorned the room. The scent of roses was strong.

Solenne and Xyra walked to the adjoined bath chamber to prepare the bath, while Lysia walked to open the curtains to let some light in. 

Queen Arella sat at the edge of her massive bed, her blonde hair cascading over her shoulders resembling gold. Her massive wings were spread out behind her as she stretched them out. The feathers glistened in the sunlight, and complemented with her halo, she looked every inch an angel. 

She was wearing a long sheer robe with fur at the wrists and shoulders. The strap on the left side hung loosely over her shoulder, and as Velmoria put the dress down on the bed, she could see the marks that littered the queen's skin.