It was getting rather late, the trip to the station hadn't been pleasant not to mention the loss of a friend and he didn't even do it by his own hands, the Police had no one else to put the blame on and so Alastor was arrested for killing two women. He didn't speak much as he was taken, not that they would believe him anyway but even so, the Dapper fellow kept his smile as Lu made his way inside to stand before the other while in his Cell. The Devil in human disguise was something no one could ever fathom, only Alastor knew the truth for the moment while looking up at Lu's smug grin.
"Well, this is a surprise, I would have never thought you'd get caught, silly on your part." Alastor felt something then as he stood up to walk towards the bars and hold onto them while looking at Lu,
"She's gone... you took her soul, what's going to happen to her in Hell? What will you do to her?" Confusion appeared on Lu's face as it was odd to see Alastor caring for another in any way, very odd indeed, clearing his throat before fixing his bow tie a bit.
"Well, life in Hell is much like earth only everyone is a Demon and you'll all dead. Cursed to roam for the rest of your after life to suffer in the pits of booze, drugs, sex and well you get the idea. As for Mimzy, well, I'm sure she'll do just fine down there." Of course, Alastor looked confused as he didn't understand what he was hearing but looking around for a moment, even he wasn't sure how to get out of this and it wasn't even planned by Vincent or Lu. The Devil tilted his head to the side looking at the other as he was smiling and yet it would seem he was sad on the inside,
"Are you, alright? I can understand the predicament you are in, I wonder, how will you ever get out of this?" Alastor's gaze locked on the other's, for a moment he could see Lu's eyes shifting to appear as a snake's eye, yellow with black slits, the Radio Host never felt this hopeless and he hadn't fathomed this mistake. Things were not going according to plan and something told him that if he wanted to get his freedom, he'd have to make a deal,
"Circumstances as they are, Mr. Magne, if you're here then perhaps you want to make a deal with me? After all, if I'm sent to prison then this little show of yours can't go on? So what can I do for you to let me out of here?" The Devil's eyes tinted red then as he could sense the desperation within the other, for the moment, no one else was around and although this was an excellent situation to where he could make the other give up the one thing he was after. Now was too soon.
"You wish for me to get you out of here scott free? Hmm, let me think about it~" he rubbed his chin while rocking side to side, Alastor's smile cracked a bit as he could see the other was enjoying this but he remained quiet. Lucifer snapped his fingers to create the contract from before this time it was in gold print,
"I want you to sign this, this contract stating that you will work for me within the Tavern. Performing as you would but you're still able to do your Radio Show, sign this and I'll get you out of this Cell. We can even do a special show together to clear your name up, well what do you say?" He passed his arm through the bars, Alastor looked at the paper with a sigh, looking at the other as if waiting for a pen but Lucifer grabbed his hand and bringing his finger to his lips to sink a fang into the tip of his finger. Alastor flinched but seeing the blood well up at his fingertip, he'd go about signing his name to the contract after reading it, sure it seemed that he'd given in so easily but he wasn't done yet. He wasn't out of the game and he would rise against Vincent and the Devil if it was the last thing he'd ever do, once the contract was signed and Lucifer grabbed his hand once more. The Devil slid his serpent tongue out to lick around his finger, the feel of his tongue made the Radio Host shudder while Lucifer snapped his fingers and his powers influenced all who were in the station. They knew of what happened but no longer held Alastor accountable, the Cell was opened and the two gentlemen left the station, walking side by side down the streets of New Orleans until they came upon his home. A simple manor, nice and homey next to other homes, even with Alastor's other activities, he had been able to play the nice Radio Host and allowing the Devil to enter his home while he removed his coat and slumped onto the couch. Head hung down with his hair hiding his eyes as he removed his glasses, one probably thought he was sadden by Mimzy's death, maybe guilty that it had been his fault but all in all, the Radio Host didn't like to lose and this had been a set back. Now he was bound to the Devil again, as Lu entered his home to walk about and take in the decor, there weren't any photos besides those of Alastor and his hunting prizes or working at the Radio Station. So normal and cozy, it was hard to believe such an interesting mortal lived in such a normal home,
"You're quiet Alastor, Devil for your thoughts?"
"Why are you still here? I signed a contract that requires me to work under you, this doesn't make us friends or anything so if you don't mind. You can leave now," within a second, the Devil was upon Alastor, one knee over his legs and a hand at his throat. Alastor staring at the other wide eyed as he was pinned and seeing the look upon the Devil made shiveres run down his spine from the feel of his body over his own,
"So rude, didn't your parents ever teach you manners? Oh wait, they didn't get the chance." Alastor frozed and tried to snap,
"What are you-" he was cut off as the Devil laughed.
"Oh, I know about you Dearie, it's not hard to take a look into someone's memories and see all they have been through and each time we have touched I have caught a glimpse into what makes Alastor the Radio Host." Hearing such a thing made Alastor tense up as he'd come to realize what the Devil might know about his past, it sent shivers down his spine as he'd go about standing up to walk over to the Devil. Grabbing him by the front of his shirt, Lu went wide eyed as he could see the killer instinct behind the other's amber eyes, his grin nearly across his whole face.
"You think you know me, eh Devil? Don't make me laugh, the game's not over yet, mark my words Lucifer, I will come out on top!" Hearing his name coming from the mortal who held him as he did, smirking while he brought his own hand up to run his fingers through Alastor's hair. The notion made the other pause but before he could back away, Lucifer grabbed him by the hair to bring him closer, leaning against his chest now grimacing at the angle he was being held by and realizing he had lost his temper again. How did this entity do such a thing to him?
"Alastor, I admire your courage, your spirit is fierce and very much desireable. Don't forget who you're dealing with, Dearie, I don't have to let you live. You're just something to entertain me for the next few years," the look he was given made the Devil all the more enticed, Alastor didn't falter nor did he drop his smile,
"That's how I know you won't do anything, you want to see the show go on as much as I do. Don't ever think that we're anything but-" he was cut off as Lucifer leaned forward to kiss him, again? The feel of the other's lips upon his own made Alastor grunt while he struggled to break free, with a wave of his hand, his Shadow came to life to pull Lucifer off of him. Digging its claws into his shoulders, red stained his shirt as the Devil growled to toss Alastor aside, raising his hand to summon forth Hell Fire and chase the Shadow away. The Radio Host scrambled back as his Shadow came to stand behind him, Lucifer was laughing at the display of the other,
"So easy to put you in your place, Alastor, its rather amusing to see someone who has no issues cutting up fools to be so flustered by a kiss. Very well, I'll leave you be for the moment however I'll be at the station to help with your show. Till then, Alastor, have a good night~" With that the Devil left while Alastor went about standing up to hold his temple, this game was getting tedious but he was enjoying it when the Devil wasn't trying to... hmm, that might be the key to binding Lucifer to him and making the Devil serve under him. It was worth a shot,
"It seems we have work to do, tonight was a set back but if the Devil intends to stay here for years, why not use him to our advantage?"
The next morning, Alastor was up bright and early to make his way out to a coffee shop to grab him a little something to eat, he wasn't sure what the day brought but as he came to his work, the Devil was standing in the lobby as he arrived. Lu was speaking with Don, his boss, the two seemed to be getting close while chuckling about something which made Alastor uneasy but he came to stand before them with a smile and skip in his step.
"Good morning, Don, I see you've met Mr. Magne!" Don turned to see Alastor as he came up to them,
"There you are, Alastor, when you didn't come in yesterday I was worried but then Mr. Magne here filled me in that you two were getting aquainted and after last night. You've had it rough, good luck with your show and Mr. Magne, you and I have some things to discuss later." Lu smiled while glancing at Alastor who gave him an inquiring look,
"Yes, of course, Don I'd be happy to discuss in more details about our business. In the meantime, Alastor, we have a show to put on, don't we?" He grinned while turning to head to his station room, Alastor nodded to Don before he too followed after the Devil, seeing that he was heading straight for his station room.
"How do you know-" he paused as he sensed something coming from the room, Lu stood far away from the door while smirking, the gaze he gave the other was one of knowing, a curious question popped in his mind. Where is Vincent? Stepping up to his door, he sensed the power within the room, it stunk of Vincent's aura and while the halls were clear of anyone else. Alastor's Shadow rose from the ground to stand behind him, reaching for the door, his Shadow was an extension of his being and with the power he gained from all that he done. Alastor was a force to be reckoned with when it came to the dark arts, as the door opened and the spirits rose to attack Alastor. He raised his cane to push them back, entering the room with his Shadow as they swirled all around him, wailing and cursing as they'd try to claw at him while his Shadow fought all who came at him.
"What a copy cat, pulling the same trick I did, Vincent... surely you can do better than this?" Alastor laughed as the shadows around him came to life and entraped all the other spirits, he would bend them to his will and lay claim to their essence for his own. Sensing the Devil behind him, he glanced over his shoulder to see Lu entering the room to close the door, no one the wiser.
"Surely, you taught him better, what a disgrace to throw these meaningless spirits at me." Lu covered his face to hide his chuckle, of course they were weak only because he told Vincent that he was to leave Alastor to him. This mortal thought himself untouchable all for the sake of a show,
"Well, you did set a trap for him on the stage, he had to do something to get under your skin. When it comes to a man like you Alastor, from what we know, you don't have many things that you care for... I wonder what you would do, once you lose it all?" The room darkened as the Devil's eyes glowed red and his grin reached across his face, Alastor stared at the face of Evil and even though he held his ground, the Radio Host couldn't help but feel a moment of dread almost like a foreshadowing. So that's it... Alastor went about fixing his attire and got the room set up after clearing out the symbols and spirits from his station, he'd get his equipment set up and sitting across from Lu as they went on air.
"Good Morning, New Orleans, its your favorite Radio Host, Alastor here with quite the show planned for today. Now I know most of you are probably wondering why I wasn't airing yesterday and I hate to say it folks, I needed a personal day! It was quite the time to myself, let me tell you! But, enough of that, do I have a story to tell about the recent murder found near the butcher shop just down the way from 1st street and Main. Tragic it was that the poor lad of all people came to an end, young man at the age of-" Alastor would continue his report about the murder, telling details that many wouldn't have noted but all the same he captivated his audience until it came time for his guest's turn.
"Now for the last part of our show today, I have a guest here, many of you may know that the Richard's Tavern is now called the Devil's Den now owned by one Mr. Lu Magne. Lu here is a new resident and is enjoying what New Orleans has to offer, don't you, Lu?" Lucifer leaned his head to the side as he wore the headset, what mortals came up with when it came to these inventions was interesting.
"Yes, Alastor, I'm quite enjoying my new home. The Tavern is thriving and I'm just trying to give back to the public during these trying times. A place where one can relax and have a good time, forget their troubles. I mean, you yourself got to see how helpful I can be isn't that right Alastor?" He paused while looking at the Devil across from him, his smile nearly faltering as he took a breath,
"Yes I suppose you were quite the help last night, folks there was another incident just last night where two young women lost their lives to an unfortunate attack. A fan of mine harmed a friend of mine, the police had pit the blame on me but Mr. Magne was there to desuade and help clear my name." Lucifer chuckled as Alastor continued the story, doing this show was interesting enough and when they were finished, he stayed sitting for a moment while Alastor cleaned up and put his coat back on.
"The show is over, you can go now," before he could turn around, he felt Lucifer move to stand behind him and he tried to throw his elbow into the other's body to put distance between them but that didn't work as Lucifer grabbed his arm.
"So jumpy Alastor, thanks for the show, can't wait to see you later tonight." He held the other's wrist to lean forward, Alastor tried to hold his ground,
"Yes, suppose I will, Lucifer..." the Devil smirked and releasing the other to turn and leave the station, Alastor let out the breath he was holding, if his guess was right, the Devil was going to do as he hinted at... he was coming after everything he held dear. I won't let that happen...
Later that night, Alastor would return to the Tavern where he would find himself at the bar looking at the new bar tender, his thoughts went back to Mimzy and he couldn't help but feel sadden that she was no longer around. Life and death never got to the Radio Host, not that he saw himself playing God or anything but taking a life as he did didn't make him feel as he did now. To no longer see someone whom would be there normally, scoffing as he'd shake his head to order a drink, cursing hismelf for being foolish in feeling so weak. People came and went all the time, not long after, Lu came out of his office with Vincent trailing behind him,
"Listen, all I'm saying is that you're wasting time with this game of yours. Just get it over with before Alastor turns the tables on you," Lu's eye twitched as he'd glance back at the other,
"Surely, you're joking if you think a mortal can get the drop on me?" Of course at that point, Vincent had this odd feeling as he'd look back at Lu, tilting his head while coming to the conclusion.
"Wait a minute..." Lucifer chuckled as he'd turn to leave the human who thought he owned the Devil, finally realizing that it was all a ruse and that Lu was doing as he wanted whether Vincent had a say in it or not. Making his way past the bar, Alastor would watch and follow after the Devil to the back stage, there were a few girls getting ready to perform after Alastor's show and while checking on the stage lighting and what not, Alastor stepped towards the changing room. Once he was done, he'd come out in a crimson attire where he'd pause at the sight of Lu dressed in a white suit,
"Well, don't you look nice, what's the occasion?"
"Well, I'll be performing with you tonight." Alastor balked at that, wided eyed and clearing his throat,
"Excuse me, I don't perform with others. I didn't agree to this-"
"I wasn't asking, you and I are going out and giving a grand show." He'd go about standing next to the other, placing an arm around Alastor while leading him towards the stage, "The audience is ready to see you, don't mind me as I'll be in charge of the music and back up vocals. It'll be a nice for all to remember!" Alastor sighed but kept his composure as he'd straighten up to push his hair back, performing with the Devil wasn't the worst thing he could do,
"Fine, here's what we're doing..." as the two would go out on stage, the crowd applauded and as Alastor started his song and the music played, Lu would be dancing about with his cane as the crowd applauded the performance before them. Alastor's voice as mesmerizing as ever and seeing Mr. Magne performing on stage as well was a sight to see, especially for Vincent who was watching from the back of the room. He hadn't liked what he learned when it came to the Devil and serving him, it was all a sham, sneering at how much fun the two seemed to be having, looking among the crowd as he could see a few men were glaring at Alastor instead of enjoying the show, jealousy maybe? Vincent smirked as he whispered a few words and his own spirits went out to influence the men, they hated that their lovers fell for the Radio Host and wanted nothing more than to end him. In the midst of Alastor's act, gun shots flew past him as screams followed and people ran for their lives, Alastor ducked to the ground trying to see who was shooting at him and could see three men were aiming through the crowd. Lucifer had a few shot wounds that stained his white suit, glaring at the mortals who were ruining the show and his Tavern,
"How dare you..." the lights turned off within the Tavern, darkness was everywhere and suddenly there was a howling wail as something lashed out and slaughtered the three men, their blood flew everywhere within the room as Alastor and Vincent watched the Devil become enraged.
"Vincent, how dare you try and use other means to take away that which I have claimed!" He raised a hand and making a tendril form to grab the other by the throat, Vincent cried out as he was choked and looking at the Devil afraid for his life. Alastor could see how angry Lucifer was and yet something told him to stop the other, running to Vincent's side as he'd place a hand upon Lucifer's arm.
"Wait a moment, you said you wanted us to face one another. Don't kill him, let us continue our little game. The Tavern can be fixed..." Lucifer paused as he listened to what the other had to say, he was surprised by him coming to Vincent's aid. Vincent was also surprised but scoffing, the Devil would release him to drop the other on the floor coughing, whirling around as he'd ignore the two on the ground to fix his Tavern. Alastor would help Vincent up and hurrying the other outside while the shadows were still thrashing about and the sirens from the police could be heard, the two would run down the streets before they felt it safe to talk.
"Why... did you.. save me?" Vincent was catching his breath while looking at the other, Alastor cleared his throat before speaking once more,
"Simple, you and I are going to send the Devil back to Hell and then we can deal with this on our own. I have a plan and I need your help to do it, let's join forces just this once?" He offered his hand to Vincent, true enough, he hated this man before him but if his plan was going to succeed, he needed to move quick. Vincent looked from his hand to the other's face, it was foolish to trust him but he knew how powerful Alastor was and perhaps with the two of them, they could get rid of the Devil. Then he could get rid of Alastor, fixing his attire before brushing his hair back,
"Very well Alastor, what's your plan?"
It was a few days later, the two had kept their distance from the Tavern as did the Devil, he wasn't in the mood to seek out his two new toys but he also wasn't a fool when it came to the two being up to something. All the while, Alastor was setting up the ritual he was going to use... not to send the Devil back to Hell but force him to obey him, Vincent just didn't know all of the details and after the Devil attacking him like that. He knew now that he wasn't safe from Lucifer either, getting rid of him and going back to how they were before hand was the only thing he wanted now. Vincent let the other Radio Host into his home, secluded out in the swamps and it was where the other set up everything that they would need, circles drawn with blood from a lamb. Chickens waiting to be sacrificed as well as other ingredients he had collected, when he was done Vincent would stand before it all looking around curiously. Perhaps he was being to gullible, maybe a little too trusting,
"Alright Alastor, putting everything in your hands, you better come through. For both our cases," Vincent would wait until the Devil was truly gone and then he'd get rid of Alastor, the gun was at his side hidden from sight while the Dapper man was humming happily. He had a knife in his hand, while sacrificing the chickens and spreading their blood around the circle,
"Well, the only thing to do now is to summon him. Call him forth and he'll be attracted to this circle, then we can begin." Vincent stood just outside the inner circle of a three circle drawing, taking a deep breath.
"Lucifer, I summon you to me! Come Dark Prince~" With a swirl of Hell Fire, the Devil appeared in his true form and attire, staring at Vincent who held a smug grin upon his face while Lucifer just smirked back, he knew what was going on, Vincent had fallen for Alastor's ruse.
"You're a damned fool," Lucifer scoffed, Vincent wasn't able to ask why when he felt a blade enter through his back and into his heart, he coughed blood while going wide eyed and falling forward onto the circle. Convulsing as pain over took him and as he was dying, he tried to look back at Alastor who was sneering with the other's blood over his hands.
"I needed the power that the Devil gave you to complete this spell, Lucifer Magne, you will serve me. Always and forever," the circle came to life and using the blood and power that was within Vincent to created golden chains around Lucifer's wrists, he felt the magic putting a hold on him and binding him to the Radio Host. The Game had come to an end and it wasn't to his liking at all, growling as his eyes turned red and his horns came forth, the Devil glared at the mortal who dared to tame him.
"Don't be foolish Alastor... this little spell of yours won't..." he gasped as the chain restricted his being, finding it hard to breathe as he fell to his knees, holding his throat while trying to comprehend what was happening.
"Its very simple, you do as I say and serve me in good faith and in return, you won't die and be sent back to Hell. Isn't that a fair trade?" Alastor crouched in front of the other, a smug grin upon his face as he'd reach for Lucifer's horns to make him face the other.
"This little game is over now... Lucifer~"