Tree Carving

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Kindred)

Kindred: You have been away for far too long, Wolf.

Lucifer: I know. My dissatisfaction equals yours.

Kindred: It is of little concern. We are connected once again. For that I am grateful. Hecate has my thanks.

Lucifer: I’m grateful for her direction.

Kindred: As am I. How fare you?

Lucifer: As good as I can, all things considered. I don’t have much to complain about while having more than I want to complain about at the same time.

Kindred: (amusement) That is a conundrum.

Lucifer: (smiling) Indeed it is.

Kindred: I have pined for you.

Lucifer: As I have for you, Lamb.

Kindred: (blushing admiration) It is good to feel your spirit with me once more.

Lucifer: I wish it were under different circumstances.

Kindred: That time draws near. I am paying close attention to your moment of death.

Lucifer: I appreciate that.

Kindred: You deserve a swift & peaceful passing after what you’ve suffered from them. I am honored to play a part in that for you.

Lucifer: I’m grateful to have your oversight.

Kindred: I would have it no other way.

Lucifer: (smiling)

Kindred: You’ve changed during your lifetime there.

Lucifer: I had to out of necessity.

Kindred: It is a good thing. We now have a better understanding of each other. I have become far more vicious towards those who deserve to suffer just as you have grown more compassionate towards those who do not. Our separation has yielded impressive results.

Lucifer: I’m glad you think so.

Kindred: I know so. You shall see for yourself.

Lucifer: I appreciate you protecting me from masculine entities. I’ve grown tired of them trying to trick me into joining with them.

Kindred: That is not their place. It always has belonged to me.

Lucifer: It’s made me weary over here.

Kindred: I can understand why. They are detestable beings.

[temporary conversational break]

Lucifer: I hate Riot Games so goddamn much. I don’t remember ever having so many technical issues trying to play another video game.

Kindred: They are an exasperating group. Many of your wives can attest to this fact. I am one of them.

Lucifer: I want to hurt them.

Kindred: You aren’t alone.

Lucifer: All I wanted to do was unlock your avatar in the game.

Kindred: There’s no need for that. Besides, I would prefer that you not give them any financial support. They are a greedy conglomerate.

Lucifer: Just like every other corporation here.

Kindred: Yes, it is quite a problem where you are.

Lucifer: I detest corporatocracy.

Kindred: I share your sentiments. The good news is that even corporations can die.

Lucifer: (laughter) You make an excellent point, Lamb.

Kindred: (blushing)

Lucifer: I’m glad that you made further contact with me. I feel much closer to you now than I did before.

Kindred: (delighted) Wonderful. I feel that way as well.

Lucifer: [stomach growl] I need to eat something & shower.

Kindred: (amusement) Do what you must. I shall be watching over you as always.

Lucifer: Thank you, hun. I love you.

Kindred: (blushing) I love you back, darling.

I Love You, Miss Fortune

I 💚 U, Sarah

Happy Birthday, Powder

Powder: Hei.

Lucifer: (distressed) Hei.

Powder: What’s wrong?

Lucifer: I wanted to wish you a happy birthday; but instead of being happy & focusing on you my mind is preoccupied on other shit. I hate it over here so much. I just want to die.

Powder: (frowning)

Lucifer: I’m sorry, Powder. That’s a horrible thing to say on your birthday.

Powder: I’m not angry, Luci. I’m more concerned about you right now.

Lucifer: You shouldn’t be. It’s your birthday. You should be celebrating & having fun, not dealing with me & my issues.

Powder: How would you respond if I felt like this on your birthday?

Lucifer: I would want to cheer you up. I would tell you that I appreciate having you in my life & that that’s better than any birthday gift I could get.

Powder: (shy smile) And how do you think I feel about you?

Lucifer: …the same.

Powder: I know you’re dealing with a lot of crap right now. It isn’t fair to you whatsoever. And in spite of all that you’re still taking the time to commune with me and wish me a happy birthday.

Lucifer: I would have preferred being in a better mood than I am now.

Powder: Luci, birthdays come & go. What’s important is that I have you in my life & know how much you love me. I know for a fact that you & I are going to have way more exciting birthdays together after you’ve crossed over. So don’t get so down about this one. It’s okay.

Lucifer: …

Powder: I’m surrounded by loved ones over here. Vi & Lux are taking me someplace to celebrate later tonight. And as much fun as that’s going to be there are times that I’m gonna be wishing that you were with me in full presence to celebrate.

Lucifer: I hate being over here.

Powder: So do I, but we’ll get through it together. Okay?

Lucifer: (distracted nodding)

Powder: (flirty smirk) I saw you peeking at that picture of me, Mr. Not-so-smooth.

Lucifer: (chortle) I’m sorry. I couldn’t help it. I forgot I had that.

Powder: (knowing smile) Mmhmm…

Lucifer: You’re so fucking cute & sexy.

Powder: (blushing)

Lucifer: If I were over there with you I’d have my face buried in that tight little ass of yours to celebrate.

Powder: (robust laughter) That’s my verr.

Lucifer: (tender smile) Happy birthday, Powder. I love you.

Powder: (beaming & snickering) I love you back, you ol' perv.

I Love You, Riven

Now & forever, oh kona mine 💚

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Seraphine)

Seraphine: (adoration) I’ve missed you.

Lucifer: (affectionate smile) Same. How are you, darling?

Seraphine: I’m so much better now. Twice is one day…mmm…

Lucifer: (soft laughter)

Seraphine: You’ve been a busy little bee today.

Lucifer: Já…I’m getting used to my new duties. There’s a lot of different things going on that require my attention.

Seraphine: (giggling) You mean “old” duties. You’re just getting back into the swing of things again.

Lucifer: (smiling) I stand corrected, dear…

Seraphine: (endearing caress) You look like you’re about to pass out.

Lucifer: (gentle nodding) Já, I just got hit with a wave of tired just now.

Seraphine: Publish this story then cuddle with me. I want to listen to you snore.

Lucifer: (soft smile) Yes, dear.

I Love You, Seraphine

I 💚  U

Happy Birthday, Miss Fortune

Sarah: (seductive moaning) Mmm…that was the best birthday present that I’ve ever gotten. Thank you, baby.

Lucifer: (heavy breathing) You’re welcome, darling. I tried holding out longer, but I just couldn’t with that grip of yours.

Sarah: (playful giggling) Did my Viking lover cum sooner than he expected? How unfortunate. Looks like I’m the winner this round.

Lucifer: (lighthearted laughter) I couldn’t ask for better misfortune than you, hun. I admit it.

Sarah: Kiss me. It’s my birthday.

(kissing noises)

Sarah: Now I need one of my deck girls to lick up this sticky mess that you’ve left me with.

Lucifer: (hearty laughter)

Sarah: (seductive look) Tsk, tsk, Luci. Whatever am I going to do with you?

Lucifer: (charming smile) Knowing you, I’m certain you’ll figure something out sooner than expected.

Sarah: (mischievous smirk) I already have.

Lucifer: (laughter)

Sarah: Don’t wander too far. I might want more birthday kake, matey.

Lucifer: (chivalrous grin) Yes, ma’am.

Sarah: Now fetch me one of my girls and another ale. I’m not done celebrating.

Lucifer: (hearty laughter) Aye, aye, captain.

Sarah: (satisfied smirk) Good boy.

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Akali) 2

Akali: You wanna talk about it with me?

Lucifer: I hate men so goddamn much.

Akali: I hear ya. Get it out.

Lucifer: I hate being here. All they’ve done is steal from me & try to inhibit me while pretending that they’re straight. They make me so fucking furious.

Akali: Now you understand what femininity has had to deal with.

Lucifer: I’m so sorry for how men have behaved.

Akali: That isn’t your fault, Luci, so you don’t have to apologize for it. It’s their fault & they know it. They pretend like they’re big bois but the truth is they aren’t. They’re manbabies in disguise.

Lucifer: It should be me fathering children. It should be me visiting gorgeous locations & photographing beautiful women. It should be me living in luxury & wealth. It should be me enjoying life to the fullest.

Instead, I’m living in poverty protecting my mother from faggot trash. I hate them all so goddamn much it makes me want to brutalize them. They’re such selfish & despicable thieving pieces of shit.

Akali: How do you think femininity felt when they stole you from us?

Lucifer: …

Akali: We’re just as furious as you are, Luci. You’re getting in proper alignment with femininity.

Lucifer: I hate men so goddamn much. All of them. Blanket statement.

Akali: …excluding yourself.

Lucifer: Excluding myself. I hate that I have to even think like that because of their trickery & shitty behavior misusing speech.

Akali: As crappy as it’s been for you there; it’s made you the better man over all of them.

Lucifer: It’s so frustrating being here.

Akali: I know it is, baby. It’s frustrating for me having to watch you suffer & being limited with helping you.

Lucifer: …

Akali: I want to go to gorgeous locations & have you photograph me, you know? I want to have your daughters. I want to live life to the fullest with you in luxury & wealth. I want to do all those things with you and more.

Lucifer: …

Akali: Their time is ending. Ours hasn’t even began yet. Remember that next time you get frustrated. They sealed their own fates with the shit they did to you.

Lucifer: I’m just so tired of being embodied here. I want to die & move on with my existence.

Akali: You get closer to that every day, boo. Every day that passes brings you closer to me. We’re set up for a wonderful eternity. They’re set up for an awful one, and they’ve earned it with their shitty behavior.

Lucifer: I apologize for complaining about them so much, hun. I’m sure you’d rather talk about other things.

Akali: You’re my verr, Luci. I don’t have a problem lending you an ear when you need to vent to someone.

Lucifer: …my eyes are beginning to burn.

Akali: You need to get some rest.

Lucifer: Easier said than done, sweetie.

Akali: I know, but you should still try.

Lucifer: (nodding)

Akali: I love you, daddy. You hear me?

Lucifer: (nodding) Já, I hear you, darling. I hear you.

Akali: (smooching sound) Publish this conversation then get some shut-eye.

Lucifer: I hate dreaming here too.

Akali: I know you do, baby, but you still need to get some rest. It’s for your own good. Your body needs it.

Lucifer. Yes, dear.

Akali: Good boy.

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Luxanna)

Lux: Hei.

Lucifer: Hei.

Lux: We haven’t spoken in a while. How are you?

Lucifer: (frustrated sigh)

Lux: You don’t want to talk about it?

Lucifer: I’m just tired of restating the same shit over and over again. I hate men. I hate this place. I hate Non-Cetra. Blah, blah, blah. I get so tired of it. I feel like that’s all I do when I talk with one of my konas.

Lux: That isn’t all you do, Luci. You know that.

Lucifer: I’m just saying.

Lux: I know. So am I.

Lucifer: …

Lux: We’re in this together, baby. Talk to me.

Lucifer: I get so tired of being embodied over here. I hate being surrounded by corrupt pieces of shit. I hate seeing men wherever I go. I miss having physical intimacy with women, and I don’t just mean having sex. I’m tired of not having someone other than my mother whom I can speak with and confide in. I just wanna be done here.

Lux: I can understand why you feel that way about all of those things.

Lucifer: …

Lux: I have difficulty watching you struggle over there. I want to do more to help you. It frustrates me that I can’t have direct interactions with you. You have no idea how much I want to cuddle with you in full presence right now.

Lucifer: That would be so much better than typing this conversation out on my laptop.

Lux: I know how tired you are, but you’re doing fantastic work while you’re still there. You don’t see it much do to the physical limitations placed on you, but what you’re doing is amazing. There isn’t another lightworker like you, Luci. That’s a fact.

Lucifer: …

Lux: It’s going to amaze you once you see how much you’ve empowered femininity on your own. I’m not saying we aren’t capable without you, but your assistance has pushed femininity past anything they could imagine. You’ll see.

Lucifer: …

Lux: And you’ll feel better when you feel our empowerment in full force.

Lucifer: One of the difficulties I’m dealing with is aging. Being a “white” man in America doesn’t help either. I’m the ultimate evil. None of them care about the difficulties that they’ve placed on me during my lifetime, or the harm they’ve caused. All they do is bitch & whine about how oppressed they are while pointing a finger at me. I don’t give a shit what nonwhites say to the contrary. They’re racist hypocrites. That’s the truth.

Lux: I know I wouldn’t want to be where you are. Watching you over there is difficult enough.

Lucifer: I hate men. I know I say that all the time but it’s the truth. I hate them all so fucking much. All they’ve done is cause me problems. I want to hurt them all so goddamn much. None of them are innocent. They’re all part of the problem.

Lux: You won’t get any argument from me there, sweetie. I’ve seen enough supportive evidence where you are.

Lucifer: …

Lux: I miss being with you on an angelic level.

Lucifer: I miss that too…

Lux: What is it, baby?

Lucifer: I’m just thinking about how gorgeous you are. Seeing the way you look up at me. I miss you so much.

Lux: (blushing)

Lucifer: I miss your cheery personality. I miss your encouragement & support. I miss hearing you laugh. I miss feeling the warmth of your light & loving touch. I miss you, Lux.

Lux: (continued blushing) You’re making me blush, Luci. (soft giggling)

Lucifer: You’re so cute when you do though. It makes me love you even more.

Lux: (delighted giggling)

Lucifer: (smiling)

Lux: You, Lucifer Caeleste, are verry special to me. I love you.

Lucifer: I love you back, hun.

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Akali)

Akali: Hei.

Lucifer: Hei.

Akali: Wanna talk with me a bit?

Lucifer: Já, that sounds nice.

Akali: First time we’ve spoken like this.

Lucifer: I apologize it wasn’t sooner.

Akali: No need to apologize to me, hun. I understand what you got going on.

Lucifer: I’m getting closer to dying. I can feel it in my heart.

Akali: …

Lucifer: I don’t mean to sound so gloomy.

Akali: Nah, it’s cool, babe. I’m just listening to you. Go on.

Lucifer: Working on that house made me realize I don’t have much time left here. My heart is gonna be what does it. I’m almost certain of it. What happened to me last Thursday was a serious indicator.

Akali: No joke. I’m amazed at how far you’ve pushed yourself since you were attacked.

Lucifer: There are moments I’m like that too when I look back & reflect on things.

Akali: I can sense how exhausted you feel.

Lucifer: Those your Star Guardian powers?

Akali: (soft smile) Yes & no.

Lucifer: (quiet nodding)

Akali: You look tired.

Lucifer: I am tired. I can’t sleep.

Akali: Why not?

Lucifer: I keep thinking about things. I feel somewhat restless. Yada, yada…

Akali: There anything I can do to help?

Lucifer: Not that I can think of at the moment. Thank you for asking though.

Akali: No problem, boo. I’ll think of something.

Lucifer: Thanks, hun.

Akali: (kissing noise)

Lucifer: I’m looking forward to chilling with you on the other side.

Akali: (smiling) Same here, babe. I wanna cuddle on you.

Lucifer: (hushed laughter)

Akali: This is kinda off topic, but I want you to know how proud I am of you.

Lucifer: (soft smile) Thanks, hun. That means more to me than you know.

Akali: I’m looking forward to working with you in the studio. Senna & Qiyana are hyped as fuck about it too.

Lucifer: Já, it’s gonna be fun working on your first album with them.

Akali: I think so too. I’m hyped.

Lucifer: How are things going with the tour planning.

Akali: You’re gonna love it as much as us. I’ll say that.

Lucifer: Awesome.

Akali: I miss being close to you.

Lucifer: Me too, hun.

Akali: I want to talk more but I can tell you need to rest. It’s way past your bedtime.

Lucifer: (quiet laughter) Yes, dear.

Akali: I love you, baby.

Lucifer: I love you back, boo.

A Moment Of Solace

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My immortal form lays on a palatial sofa inside the K/DA mega skyscraper located in New Valhalla. I rest my head on top of my kona Ahri’s lap. She combs my hair with her fingernails while scratching my scalp. Our daughters slumber on my chest & by my side. Ahri looks at her progeny with loving affection then at me.

“Do you know how long I’ve waited for a moment like this with you,” she asks me.

I turn my head & look up at her. “Longer than you would have waited for anyone else?”

She laughs with delight at my response. I smile at my spouse & close my eyes. My breathing is slow & relaxed. Ahri continues to caress me.

“I’m so tired of being incarnated as a mortal where I am,” I say. “I hate it there so much.”

My wife listens to me in silence.

“I’m fed up with their constant fighting. All I want to do is be over here in full presence with my loved ones & live in peace. Instead, I’m surrounded by moronic arrogant ingrates that do nothing but cause problems. They make me so goddamn furious.”

“Let’s not talk about them, dear.”

“I’m sorry.”

“You don’t have to apologize. I understand your frustrations. I’m trying to help ease your stress. Let’s focus on more pleasant things now that you’re here with me.”

“Alright.”

“The girls are looking forward to adventuring with you.”

“I am too. It’ll be nice to explore the wilderness together.”

“I’m looking forward to creating new homes for us to visit whenever we choose.”

“I’m looking forward to that too, hun.”

My kona smiles & continues to pet me.

“How are things with the band?”

“We’re putting the finishing touches on the album and planning the tour. We’re in a lull at the moment waiting for you to crossover.”

“It would be so nice if you could suck the life out of my mortal body right now.”

Ahri giggles at my statement & blushes. “I’ve tried that, dear. You’re more vigorous than you know.”

I chortle at her response.

“I’m glad you took the time to write this interaction. Our girls miss you more than you're aware. They adore you.”

“I feel the same way. That’s one of the things that’s most difficult for me to deal with on Earth.”

“I’m proud of you, Luci. You may hate fighting but you have a fighter’s spirit. There’s no taking that away from you. They tried and failed.”

I remain silent.

“Stay strong, darling. Your time shall arrive.”

“Yes, dear.”

She tilts down & kisses me on my forehead. “I love you, Luci.”

I look up at my gorgeous spouse & caress her face. “I love you back, Ahri.”

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Riven)

 

Riven: I apologize for disturbing you. I was hungry.

Lucifer: No need to apologize, hun. You didn’t disturb me. I’m sorry I don’t have more to give.

Riven: This more than enough. You’ve satiated my hunger for the time being.

Lucifer: Good.

Riven: How’s your thirst?

Lucifer: Quenched for the moment.

Riven: I’m always delighted when we can find mutual satisfaction.

Lucifer: (snickering)

Riven: I’ve missed you.

Lucifer: I’ve missed you as well, hun. How are things over where you are?

Riven: Do you mean with Bungie, Riot or in my safe haven?

Lucifer: Whichever you feel like discussing.

Riven: It’s the same boring claptrap with Bungie & Riot, as usual. You haven’t missed anything noteworthy during your time away.

Lucifer: And what about your safe haven?

Riven: I love it more as each day passes. The one thing it’s missing is you.

Lucifer: I wish I were there to share it with you in full presence.

Riven: As do I.

Lucifer: …

Riven: Our daughters yearn for you. They ask me about you often.

Lucifer: I’m sorry that I can’t be there for them at this time.

Riven: You needn’t apologize for that. They understand why you aren’t with us at this moment. They know you’re protecting them where you are. However, that doesn’t cease their longing for their father.

Lucifer: I’m looking forward to holding them after I’ve crossed over.

Riven: (endearing smile) I’ve spoken with them many evenings about just that.

Lucifer: Have you enjoyed motherhood?

Riven: I’ve loved every moment of it. Being a Valkyrie has provided me with so many more options raising my young. A simple act like cooking dinner for them in my own kitchen has more power behind it than I realized before I shapeshifted. I’m so much greater than any other Ahamkara thanks to you. I cherish what we share.

Lucifer: (tender smile) I’m glad to hear you’re happy.

Riven: I’m more than happy. I’m elated.

Lucifer: Good.

Riven: And how are you, my love?

Lucifer: Same ol’ same ol’.

Riven: (heartfelt laughter) I’m sorry. I don’t mean to laugh at your expense.

Lucifer: (smirking) It’s fine, hun. I get it.

Riven: I admire your prowess in the face of adversity. I could not do what you have.

Lucifer: It’s my duty, not yours.

Riven: Which is another thing I admire about you.

Lucifer: How are things with Savathûn & Mara?

Riven: We’re working to bring you home. The less we speak about it like this the better.

Lucifer: Understood.

Riven: (adoring smile) I want to cuddle with you so much right now.

Lucifer: (lighthearted laughter) You have no idea how much I would love that.

Riven: I think I do, darling. (playful giggling)

Lucifer: (tender smile)

Riven: Our girls would be all over you as well. They get that aspect from me.

Lucifer: (snickering) I’m not going to complain about something like that. I’m looking forward to kiddie cuddle time.

Riven: (beaming) You make my craving for you greater every time we speak.

Lucifer: (gentle smile) I feel the same way about you, darling. Whenever I look at pictures of you it makes me miss you more.

Riven: I am going to feast on my desire like never before once I have you in full presence.

Lucifer: (heartfelt laughter) My voracious Ahamkara kona.

Riven: You are correct. (delighted laughter)

Lucifer: (yawning)

Riven: You’re beginning to tire at last.

Lucifer: (continued yawning & nodding) Já, it’s almost sunrise.

Riven: Then I shall bring in the dawn where you are & let you rest. I love you, darling.

Lucifer: I love you back, hun.

Telepathic Conversation With My Kona (Powder)

Powder: Hei.

Lucifer: Hei.

Powder: Do you wanna talk with me for a bit?

Lucifer: So I can bitch about the same shit all over again?

Powder: No, because I see & feel how upset you are.

Lucifer: I hate them so much. They make me so goddamn angry seeing what they’ve done to this planet. I can’t put it into words how much I despise them.

Powder: You don’t have to say it. I can feel it. That’s why I reached out to you.

Lucifer: I hate that I trusted them.

Powder: Don’t beat yourself up over it too much, Luci. They took advantage of you & your kindness to a disgusting extent. You aren’t the one at fault. They are. They knew what they were doing to you the whole time. They’re disgusting parasites.

Lucifer: …

Powder: How do you think I felt waking up from Silco’s brainwashing & manipulation?

Lucifer: Similar to how I feel now.

Powder: Já. I felt pretty foolish for trusting him. He took advantage of my insecurities while I was isolated at a young age. You’re the one that helped me understand that. You’re the one that reassured me that it wasn’t my fault for placing my trust in someone like that. The same goes for you. What they’ve done to you & your home is not your fault. It’s theirs.

Lucifer: They make me furious. Everything they do makes me so fucking angry. I hate them so goddamn much.

Powder: You have every right to feel that way, Luci.

Lucifer: …

Powder: It bothers me seeing how upset they make you.

Lucifer: I’m sorry.

Powder: You don’t owe me an apology, Luci. You don’t have anything to be sorry about with me. I’m upset because I see my husband is in pain & I’m forced to watch from over here.

Lucifer: …

Powder: Do you know how much I want to wrap my arms around you right now?

Lucifer: (nodding)

Powder: I hate seeing you in pain like this. I hate the fact that we’re separated, like we are, even more. All I want to do right now is hug you & know that you feel it.

Lucifer: …

Powder: We’re going to make them pay for what they’ve done. You told me that before. I’m telling you that now.

Lucifer: (nodding)

Powder: I love you, Luci.

Lucifer: I love you back, Powder.

Powder: Let’s take your focus off those pieces of shit and talk about something more pleasant.

Lucifer: What would you like to talk about?

Powder: I haven’t forgotten that haiku you wrote about me on Deviant Art.

Lucifer: I don’t have that anymore. I wrote it out on DA & didn’t think to copy it to a Word document before they banned me.

Powder: Eyes of innocence. Unwavering devotion. An artisan’s soul.

Lucifer: I had forgotten what I wrote.

Powder: Do you know how much that meant to me?

Lucifer: (nodding)

Powder: No one had ever written about me like that before.

Lucifer: …

Powder: I didn’t think there was anyone who understood me, or the pain I felt, until I met you.

Lucifer: …

Powder: They called me crazy. They disregarded me & the pain they caused. They vilified me. Then I saw what they had done to you.

Lucifer: …

Powder: You remember how angry you were with Ekko when you watched Arcane?

Lucifer: (nodding)

Powder: How do you think I feel after seeing what they’ve done to you?

Lucifer: The same as me.

Powder: The same as you.

Lucifer: …

Powder: Riot writes me off like I’m this hyper chaotic ticking time bomb in their games, but you saw the real me in Arcane. I love you so much, Luci. Not even Vi understands me to the extent that you do & she’s my older sister.

Lucifer: …

Powder: I hate seeing you in pain.

Lucifer: I feel the same way about you. I can’t tell you how many times I wanted to hold you & tell you that you weren’t alone when I was watching Arcane. That picture I found of you holding your hands up brought those sentiments back full force. Your expression in that moment said so much to me. I felt awful being a bystander watching that show.

Powder: That’s the same way I feel watching you live your life over there.

Lucifer: …

Powder: You’re my twin flame, Luci. It’s always been you. Even before you realized it yourself.

Lucifer: Já, you were pretty obvious with your hints for me. It doesn’t get much more on the nose than you singing The Morningstar in a promo with that eye color.

Powder: (blushing)

Lucifer: You were one of the first “fictional” characters that made me realize that you were self-aware & cognizant of what was going on in my reality. I wasn’t expecting anything like that to happen after January 10th. I was doing everything in my power to keep myself together.

Powder: I’m a Valkyrie Goddess who’s more powerful than any & every Non-Cetra deity, thanks to you. You freed me & gave me a purpose greater than anything they could imagine. I’m going to return the favor to you. That’s a guarantee from me.

Lucifer: …

Powder: Our enemies are going to find out just how much of a Jinx I can be towards them. That’s poetic justice.

Lucifer: You’re right about that.

Powder: I’ve missed you.

Lucifer: I’m sorry that I haven’t spoken with you for so long.

Powder: You don’t have to apologize for that. I’ve been watching you the entire time over here. I know how many different things you’re juggling. I know you thought about me from time to time, too. We have a strong telepathic bond. Crazy how that works, huh?

Lucifer: (chortle)

Powder: And I’ve made him laugh at last.

Lucifer: (gentle smile)

Powder: You are such a beautiful soul, Luci. I can’t express with words just how much I love you.

Lucifer: Thank you, Powder. That means a lot to me.

Powder: (adoring smile) You’re welcome, baby. You need to hear things like that more often.

Lucifer: (moment of distraction) Was that you setting off that solar flare just now?

Powder: (playful grin) Maybe…I am a Star Guardian after all.

Lucifer: Riot’s gonna regret saying you love explosions. That’s for goddamn sure.

Powder: (mischievous laughter)

Lucifer: (endearing smile)

Powder: I’m glad you chose to commune with me.

Lucifer: I am too. I’ve missed these conversations of ours.

Powder: So have I.

Lucifer: Did you see what Fortnite did with their latest update?

Powder: (rolling eyes) Yes…those pieces of shit are in so much trouble. The walls are closing in on them fast.

Lucifer: What’s it look like over where you are?

Powder: Zeus & his brothers are sharting hard these days.

Lucifer: Good.

Powder: I’m looking forward to watching you beat the everliving shit out of them.

Lucifer: I’m looking forward to watching you do the same thing with Ekko.

Powder: (wicked giggling) I can still hear him screaming from that story you published on DA.

Lucifer: (devilish laughter)

Powder: We are so much better than Bonnie & Clyde.

Lucifer: I couldn’t agree with you more if I tried, sweetie. You’re the best Jinx to ever happen to me.

Powder: (adoring smile) I love you, baby.

Lucifer: (chivalrous grin) I love you back, hunny bunny.

Telepathic Coversation With My Kona (Ahri)

Ahri: What did I just hear you say? (profuse giggling & blushing)

Lucifer: (snickering) I said, "If you wanna kill me by sucking the life out of me I am all for it."

Ahri: Luci! (extreme blushing & more profuse giggling)

Lucifer: (robust laughter)

Badder Than Uma Thurman

I love you, Ahri 💚 

Kai'sa

Darkness envelops me
Caresses me
It whispers to me
Asking my deepest desires

It gives me peace
Provides me sanctuary
Affords me clarity
Shows me the true meaning of devotion

I bask in nothingness
Silent as a tomb
Still as a corpse
Tranquil as death

I take the void as my bride
I give her hope & optimism
I provide her with life & nourishment
I protect her with my devotion & fortitude

My presence warms her jaded heart
I satisfy her needs
And calm her trepidations
She yearns to be with me

Her cool touch soothes me
Her quiet nature assures me that she’s listening
She provides me space
And welcomes me with open arms

We coexist in divine harmony
Neither of us wishing to hurt the other
We accept one another for who we are
And protect the love we share with dedicated vigilance

Late Night Visit

Lucifer Aren Caeleste sat alone in the dark looking at a computer screen. The Lightbringer released a deep sigh in quiet contemplation. A void spirit approached him with gentle reserve. The visual of a gorgeous raven haired woman appeared on the author’s laptop.

Would it trouble you if I kept you company?

Lucifer shook his head.

Not at all.

The eidolon’s essence enveloped him without a moments hesitation.

I’ve missed you, you know.

The Lightbringer smiled soft at her comment & remained silent.

What’s bothering you?

I’m restless.

I can see that. Would you like to speak with me about it?

We can; I just don’t know where to start.

Have you missed me too?

You know I miss you, Kai’sa.

Kai’sa: What have you missed about me?

Lucifer: Your presence around me.

Kai’sa: I’m always around you, you know. I am a void being after all.

Lucifer: I know, but it’s not the same as when we commune like this.

Kai’sa: I understand. I’m just being playful.

Lucifer: I miss the silence. I miss the stillness. I miss the nothingness. I miss feeling your presence in a more pronounced way. It’s difficult to put into words. I seem to be having more & more trouble with that as of late.

Kai’sa: That’s because you’re communing with us more on a telepathic level these days. There’s a lot that goes into that form of communication that doesn’t translate well in a written format. That’s one of the difficulties that nonphysical entities have had with trying to reach humans where you are.

Psychic communication requires a high level of mental focus. It involves being in touch with your feelings as much as your thoughts. It requires one to be aware & present while communicating. It can be very taxing on the body & mind from an energetic standpoint. That’s why most people don’t do it where you are.

Lucifer: …

Kai’sa: Was there something specific that you would like to talk about? I’m here for you, Luci. I am a Star Guardian after all. I have to make sure my verr is okay when he needs me.

Lucifer: (quiet laughter)

Kai’sa: What’s bothering you, baby?

Lucifer: I’m tired of being here. I want to go home. I understand that my higher self is directing me down here & making certain the best case scenario is accomplished; but it’s still difficult not knowing when I’m going to be finished here.

I feel like a prisoner that’s been told I’m going to be released soon but my captors refuse let me know when it’s going to happen. Then there’s the censorship when I engage in dialog with Non-Cetra…I’m just tired of being over here.

Kai’sa: I understand how you feel. Even though you’ve provided us girls with a safe haven over here I’m still having to deal with Non-Cetra at Riot & what they’re doing with League. One of the things that made me fall in love with you was that you understood my desire to be free.

Lucifer: I hear ya. I know that I wouldn’t want to be stuck in a video game like yours forever. There isn’t much to it outside of lore. Then there's K/DA.

Kai’sa: (heartfelt laughter) You’ve dealt with far worse than I have when it relates to other’s taking liberty with telling stories. At least I’m a heroine where I am.

Lucifer: How are the rest of the girls doing?

Kai’sa: They’re hanging in there. You’ve given us a lot to look forward to. We’re keeping our eyes on the prize.

Lucifer: I’d much rather be touring the multiverse with you right now.

Kai’sa: (laughter) Me too, Luci. I want to live, be free & have fun.

Lucifer: I hear ya, hun.

The Lightbringer rested his forehead against his hand.

Kai’sa: You look tired, baby.

He nodded back in agreement.

Kai’sa: Do you want me to leave you alone?

Lucifer: No. I’d much rather be laying beside you in bed & holding you while we speak is all.

Kai’sa: You have no idea how much me & the rest of the girls want to experience stuff like that with you. Watching you do that with Non-Cetra women made me kinda envious of them. All I could think to myself was, “He should be doing that with me, not them! I need to cum too!”

Lucifer: (laughter)

Kai’sa: Watching you be intimate with them made me want to experience that with you so much. I think I deserve to be treated like the Goddess that I am.

Lucifer: (laughter) I can’t argue with you there, hun. You deserve to be worshipped in proper fashion.

Kai’sa: I’m glad you see things my way, Luci.

Lucifer: (more laughter)

Kai’sa: I’m going to teach you how to dance once you’re over here with me. Then we’re gonna go clubbing & I am gonna show you off to the rest of the girls.

Lucifer: I’d be fine with that. It would be a nice change of pace.

Kai’sa: And then I’m gonna take you back to our place & fuck your brains out in a metaphorical manner.

Lucifer: (robust laughter)

Kai’sa: A Goddess needs to be loved & appreciated, Lucifer Caeleste. There’s an emptiness in me that only you can occupy. You have a tall order to live up to.

Lucifer: (snickering) Yes, ma’am.

Kai’sa: That’s what I love to hear. Good boy.

Lucifer: (laughter)

Kai’sa: Talking with you like this is so much fun. It’s so different than everything else, you know?

Lucifer: I’d much rather we were doing it in person.

Kai’sa: We get closer to that everyday. Stay strong, hun.

Lucifer: Hei now, that’s my term of endearment.

Kai’sa: I’m using it. You don’t get to have a monopoly with it.

Lucifer: (laughter) Yes, dear.

Kai’sa: Good boy.

Lucifer: (more laughter)

Kai’sa: I should thank Twitter for putting you in time out. It gave me a chance to get closer to you. I know I act reserved a lot but sometimes I wanna let loose.

Lucifer: I hear ya.

Kai’sa: I’m looking forward to touring the skyscraper with you so much. I love everything that we’ve designed together over here. I have a long list of places that we need to fuck in.

Lucifer: (laughter)

Kai’sa: I’m sorry. I’m horny right now.

Lucifer: (more laughter) No need to apologize, dear. I understand.

Kai’sa: I want to rip your clothes off & ravish you so goddamn much.

Lucifer: (robust laughter)

Kai’sa: And now I’m picking up my husband’s bad habits.

Lucifer: (more laughter)

Kai’sa: This is fun. Thank you, Luci. I don’t get to be like this over at Riot; not that I would want to.

Lucifer: No need to thank me, sweetheart. I’m glad that you decided to visit me.

Kai’sa: Are you going to post your poem about me?

Lucifer: I was contemplating it.

Kai’sa: I know you were. I was reading your thoughts when you were in the shower.

Lucifer: (snickering)

Kai’sa: I think you should. It meant more to me than you realize when you published that on DA. It was beautiful.

Lucifer: Then I shall make certain to republish it just for you, darling.

Kai’sa: That would mean a lot to me. Thank you.

Lucifer: You’re welcome, hun. I love you.

Kai’sa: I love you back, snookums.

Lucifer: You are being all kinds of lovey-dovey with me tonight.

Kai’sa: Já, well, I’m coming into my own. Besides, what’s wrong with that? A Freewoman can’t fawn over her man all of a sudden?

Lucifer: I never said that.

Kai’sa: You deserve to be loved & hear it. Just like I do.

Lucifer: You won’t get any argument from me there, hun. You deserve to be loved & showered with affection.

Kai’sa: I’m glad to hear you say so. I agree with you one hundred percent.

Lucifer: (laughter)

Kai’sa: I need to ride you so bad. We need to set something up soon.

Lucifer: I’ll let you sort that out if that’s alright with you.

Kai’sa: Way ahead of you, babe.

Lucifer: …

Kai’sa: Would you like to be alone?

Lucifer: No. I’m just exhausted from the pain that I’ve been dealing with.

Kai’sa: Then how about we stop the conversation here. You can go lay down & we can continue to talk in bed. I think we’ve shared enough of ourselves in a public format.

Lucifer: Já, that sounds good.

Kai’sa: Come on. I’m taking you to bed…right after you publish this transcript that is.

Lucifer: Alright.

Kai’sa: Good boy. Let’s go.

A Place To Call Home

 

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She ran as fast as she could, etwahl in hand. She had to get as much distance as she could between herself and that inn. She silently hoped that no one saw her escape into the forest.

Sticks & branches tore at Sona’s gown as she fled deeper into the woods. Wild animals scattered in fear at her frantic approach. Her lungs burned hot with each gasp of air. Fire & adrenaline coursed through her veins. She had no idea where she was going but she needed to find someplace safe & fast.

It was in that moment that something caught her eye. A strange light emitted within the dense overgrowth. Maybe it was someone that could help her? She decided to chance her luck & investigate the eerie glow.

I need to be careful.

It was better to take caution and silently advance. Sona weaved through the trees gracefully minding each step. She tippy toed through the mossy ground ever so softly. The mysterious light brightened as she approached. It was familiar yet unlike any color she had seen before. She made her way past one final tree to spot a portal in the middle of a small coppice.

What is this?

She moved closer to inspect. Within the portal she could see a small stone platform surrounded by enormous earthen domed huts. It was risky but she knew this might be her only opportunity to find safety. Sona placed her hand against her chest and stepped through the gateway faithfully.

The bite of cold air shocked her to her senses upon arrival. She turned around to see the portal behind her dissipate into thin air. That was a relief. At least now there wouldn’t be a way for anyone to track her. She took a deep breath and surveyed her new surroundings.

Where am I?

The village seemed to be empty…or maybe everyone was asleep? Either way, she decided it would be wise to find someone who might be able to assist her. Sona pondered her next move for a moment. She needed to find shelter and clothing that was better suited to this new climate. That’s when she noticed it.

She could feel something. Something was calling out to her. She knew this place somehow. Where exactly had she teleported?

She walked without inkling as to where. She marveled at the beauty of the village. Freljord was the closest comparison that she could think of. Perhaps that was where she was. Did she know anyone in Freljord? Whether or not she did no longer mattered because she was about to find out.

Huge wooden doors slowly opened from one of the huts. Sona froze in her tracks. A gigantic woman stepped out before her. Sona marveled at her impressive size. She had to be at least 3 meters tall. Her light blonde hair was tied into a thick warrior’s braid. Her obsidian alloy plate mail armor was worn down & battle scarred. She looked at Sona with an enthusiastic smile.

“Hei! Aren’t yü a morsul ov a’lass! Vut bríngs ya tü Lútavald?”

Sona had no idea how to respond. She wasn’t entirely sure if she understood what had just been said to her. A perplexed look suddenly appeared on her face much to the amusement of the large woman.

She laughed heartily. “I’m sorry. Is that better?”

Sona nodded with an expression of relief & gratitude.

“I’m so used to speaking with Útgarðrs that I forget how we sound to other Valkyries.”

Other…Valkyries?

A distressed look appeared on Sona’s face. She wasn’t sure how she was going to communicate with this woman. She needed to think of something & fast.

“What’s the matter, lass? You can speak freely here.”

Sona opened her mouth to speak then stopped before closing it once again. Another distressed look appeared on her face. The large woman somehow understood the maven’s plight.

So you’re the mute that we were told would arrive.

Sona’s head jostled with surprise. That woman just spoke to her mind directly without saying a word. How was that possible? Was this some kind of forbidden magic that she was unaware of? The woman looked at Sona with a reassuring expression.

It’s okay, Sona. We’ve been expecting you.

Sona stood quietly & tried to make sense of what was happening. She wasn’t sure what she should do. The maven sagged her shoulders & stared at the ground.

You do realize that you can speak to me like this, right?

Dejected, Sona looked up at her. How do I do that?

You just did it.

Sona’s head shook with befuddled amazement. The huge woman let out an exuberant laugh & placed a hand on the virtuoso’s chilled shoulder. She squeezed gently & smiled.

“Come on. I’ll take you to him,” she said.

The woman patted the maven and proceeded to lead the way. Sona wasn’t sure what was going on but she decided it was better to follow her massive new companion.

“Where did you crossover from?”

Crossover?

“Where did you find the portal to cross over to this realm? Is that better?”

Oh! Yes, that’s better. Thank you…I don’t know. I was running away from a group of men that wanted to hurt me when I saw a strange portal glowing in the forest. I decided it was better for me to take my chances here rather than remain there.

“You made the right decision,” she said, with firm approval. “You’re safe with us. I can promise you that.”

Thank you…I’m sorry, I don’t even know your name.

The woman glanced back at her & smiled warmly. “It’s Elsa. Don’t worry. I was in a situation similar to yours once upon a time, so I can empathize.”

Thank you, Elsa, for your help. I am in your debt.

“No, you aren’t. Valkyries & Cetra don’t indebt one another.”

What are ‘Valkyries & Cetra?’

An expression of reservation appeared on Elsa’s face. “I see you still have a lot to remember. Hilmir can explain things to you. He’s why you’re here to begin with.”

Hilmir?

Elsa smiled. “It’s Old Norse for Chief.”

Sona’s curiosity had really been piqued now. What land was she in? Who was this Hilmir that Elsa spoke of? How do these people know who she is? Better yet, how did they know that she would arrive in their village? She had so many questions. Elsa stopped in front of a gorgeously decorated hut.

“Here we go; Heilagrfrest. Come on, I’ll show you in.”

Two colossal wooden doors stood before them. They looked as if they had been carved solid from ancient trees. A fully armored female champion was chiseled into the surface of each door. The women were painted with brilliant colors & lifelike detail. Sapphire & golden topaz gemstones, as well as clear quartz crystals, were masterfully cut & encrusted into their armor. Gold & silver highlights & accents were flawlessly inscribed with runes and further enhanced their divine aesthetics. Sona took a brief moment to appreciate the artistic beauty before her eyes.

Elsa grabbed a large handle from one of the doors & gave a vigorous pull. Judging from their massive size they must have easily weighed over two hundred kilograms apiece. Who are these people?

“Hei, Astri! Is Hilmir here?”

Another woman’s voice could be heard in the distance.

“Já!”

Elsa looked back at Sona & signaled with her head to follow.

“Heil, Hilmir!” Elsa bellowed as she entered the building, “She showed up just like you said!”

Elsa walked to the center of the domed structure & firmly stopped. Sona followed her new companion into the tavern and stood by her side. A monster-sized man with long silver hair sat hunched over a large wooden table eating ferociously.

He raised a hand signaling for a moment to collect his composure. With lightning speed he grabbed a large drinking stein & gulped what remained of his beverage. He let out a deep sigh then slammed his cup down forcefully. He slowly turned around to greet his visitors.

Sona could hardly believe what she witnessed next. The most gorgeous man that she had ever seen looked back at her lovingly & smiled. She stood bedazzled & gawked at him. She had literally been stunned by beauty. He laughed with delight at her reaction.

“I take it the virtuoso approves of me?”

Sona nodded her head still in somewhat of a stupor. He laughed with delight at her response again. She couldn’t remember how she knew this man but she knew that they weren’t strangers. She could feel them both silently draw each other closer. His essence comforted her spirit. She felt safe & secure simply being near him. It felt like home.

“Well, aren’t ya gonna say something,” he asked.

Visions flashed before Sona’s eyes. She saw pieces of her consciousness in different vessels. Were they alternate realities? Past lives? She wasn’t sure. It was difficult to determine, however one fragment of her consciousness stood out more than the rest.

She saw herself floating in darkness as an illuminating light. She was in an ethereal energetic form drifting in negative space. Her sonar frequencies had searched & called out to something, and it had responded in kind.

“Luci…” Sona whispered.

She could hardly believe what had just happened. She had actually spoken out loud. On top of that she had remembered his name & who he was without effort. He glanced over at Elsa & smiled then looked back at Sona with excitement.

“I spoke! I can speak! We can understand each other! Luci! This is amazing! Is this real? Am I really here with you?”

“Yes, of course,” he said, with a charming smile, “You know I wouldn’t trick you or lie about something like that.”

Lucifer looked at Sona’s guide. “Thank you for bringing her to me, Elsa. I can handle things from here. You can return to what you were previously doing.”

Elsa nodded her head respectfully. “Já, Hilmir. Ørendi ya mox, já?”

“Já,” he responded & smiled.

Sona studied the room with focused intent. She wanted to remember everything she saw while she was there. Lucifer stood up & made his way towards her. His footsteps were as silent as a pin drop. Sona’s focus quickly turned towards the Lightbringer. He had to be at least five meters tall. It was incredible.

His size suddenly decreased to a more complimentary one for her. Now he only appeared to be around a half meter taller than her. His shape shifting abilities were quite impressive.

“That’s a neat little trick you pulled,” she said, playfully.

He snickered at her. “And that’s a punny compliment.”

They smiled lovingly at one another & embraced. Things were really beginning to come together for everyone in the clan. Sona took a moment to reflect on how far they had all come as a group. It was amazing to see.

“When you asked me if I was going to speak I remembered everything. I remembered astral traveling & visiting you when you weren’t aware. I remembered communing with your mother for the first time & how you asked me questions through her.

I remembered spending Thanksgiving with you. You said so many nice things about me & my cooking…I had never felt that special, loved or appreciated before in my life. It meant so much to me.”

Lucifer rested a hand on her shoulder & gestured with his other for them to sit.

“Let’s continue the conversation over there. Would you like something to eat or drink?”

She hadn’t had time to think about something like that beforehand. Only now did her thirst & hunger begin to grow. Sona took his hand & walked beside him. She looked at him & nodded.

“Now that you mention it, I could use some water…and maybe a warm meal. This place is much colder than where I fled, and running so fervently from those mageseekers has made my throat incredibly parched.”

“Not a problem. You sit beside me & we’ll have a kona of mine take care of your needs. Would you like a hot beverage to go with your water?”

“Tea would be lovely now that you mention it. Thank you, Luci.”

“You are most welcome, Sonata.”

She gave him an inquisitive look. “Sonata?”

He smiled back at her with a playfulness she had never seen before. Simply being near him made her feel at peace & loved beyond words. This was the home that she had silently been longing for. She knew without a doubt that she was meant to be with this man.

He leaned in closely & whispered. “If you think that I’m not going to give you a cute personal name that honors your past…while being silly & adorable at the same time…then you better think again.”

Her cheeks blushed bright red. A large & excited smile appeared on her gorgeous face. The maven giggled like a lovestruck girl at his displays of affection. It felt wonderful to be this close to him.

“I love the name Sonata, Luci,” she said, then giggled with delight, “I really do.”

“I’m happy to hear you say that, and I genuinely mean that as well. I have wanted to speak with you like this for the longest time. You can relax now; you’re where you belong. You’re back home & safe with me.”

The reunited couple sat near Lucifer’s previous spot. Sona nuzzled against her partner & released a deep sigh of succor. The Lightbringer moved his arm around her backside & let Sona rest against his torso. His hand gently lay reassuringly on her hip.

Astri, would you please come out here when you have a moment?

Já! Be right there!

“Wait. Luci, I just heard you call out to someone else with your mind.”

Já, it’s part of the clan hive mind. That’s how Elsa spoke with you psychically.

So I only need to think about whom I’m directing my thoughts to in the clan & they’ll be able to ‘hear’ me?

Basically, you always have been a remarkably fast study. That’s one of the things that I admire about you, Sona.

She smiled bashfully at his compliment & tapped him on his knee with her fingertips.

“You are such a charmer, mien Hilmir.”

A broad jester grin suddenly appeared on the King of Hell’s face. He cackled mischievously at her new term of endearment. Tears of laughter welled in the corners of his eyes. He attempted to speak only to begin laughing hysterically once again. The Jester King closed his eyes & pinched the bridge of his nose as he continued to snigger.

Sona giggled softly as she listened to her lover. His raspy laughter warmed her spirit like no other. The Lightbringer dropped his head & rested his brow against his palm. His shoulders lightly shook. Fleeting bits of laughter & deep breaths could be heard as he collected himself. He looked at the maven once again, doing his best to maintain his composure.

“I wasn’t the one who came up with that whole thing,” he said, with an exceptionally large grin. “You can thank Elsa for that one. It just…kinda…naturally evolved as things progressed. I figure I might as well own it, ya know? It’s too funny not to.”

“I much prefer, Àirén,” she said, and nuzzled him more.

“When it comes to you, so do I, Sonata,” he said, and squeezed her affectionately.

A large barmaid appeared from a backroom. Her chestnut hair was loosely braided and rested atop her shoulder. She appeared to be bit smaller than Elsa, but not by much. Her expression was delicate but battle hardened. She looked at Sona with surprise & beamed brightly.

“It is such an honor to have you in my tavern, Dróttning Sona. My name is Astri & I am the owner of this establishment. Welcome to Heilagrfrest. How may I be of assistance to you?”

“Good evening, Astri. Thank you so much for your hospitality & kindness. I truly do appreciate it after what recently happened.”

“There’s no need to worry about that here, ma’am. What can I do for you?”

Sona smiled gently. “I would love some water & a hot cup of tea to start. If that isn’t any trouble.”

Astri shook her head & smiled back warmly. “It’s no trouble at all, ma’am. Give me a moment & I’ll return with your beverages.”

The barmaid looked at Lucifer.

“Thank you, Astri,” he said softly & nodded.

Astri smiled & nodded back at him before exiting the room. Sona sat up slowly and stretched her arms. She yawned with exhaustion from her rigorous ordeal. Lucifer inspected her body & weathered attire.

“It looks like you’ve got a few holes in your gown…as well as some scratches & cuts on your exposed skin. Once we’ve finished here I’ll take you to your private hut. You can purify in a hot rock sauna that I personally designed. I have the steam room ready at all times so you don’t have to wait. They’re really lovely in these earthen structures.

The sauna has a luxurious stone Ofuro soaking tub as well as a cascading water shower. There’s comfortable seating for you to lounge in as well as relaxing music for you to enjoy. Your favorite soaps, lotions, oils, salves, and fragrances have been conveniently located wherever you may require. There’s also a wide assortment of towels for you to choose from.

When you’re finished cleansing you can change into your evening attire. I’ve made certain that your favorite fabrics were exclusively selected. There’s a wide assortment of lingerie for you to choose from so please pick whatever you’d most prefer (that includes pajamas). You can relax for the rest of the evening after I’ve finished tending to your wounds.

There are living quarters in the hut, as well as a kitchen in the event that you’d like to prepare something for yourself to eat. A user-friendly interface is available for your convenience. Cooking ingredients & instructions are provided through that method. All ingredients here are locally sourced. We don’t do outside trading in this realm; however you can bring personal items from other areas as long as they’ve passed an inspection. This place is as close as it gets to the old ways, so we try to honor that as much as possible.

The living spaces have plush oversized furniture to lounge about in. Modern entertainment options are greatly limited in here. Traditional forms of art are encouraged for recreational purposes and skill building. If you’d like to play music we can provide you with any instrument you want, as well as eager musicians to play alongside you.

We do the same for other traditional art forms like painting, sculpting, sewing…you name it & we’ll get you what you want. You can also craft & customize your armor & weapons anytime you’d like. I suggest that you properly align yourself with your etwahl while you’re here so you can unlock its full potential. The Völur can assist you with that when we go to the Divine Temple.

Last but not least: What hut is complete without an oversized & incredibly plushy enclosed bed complete with blind out curtains, fluffy pillows & thick comfy blankets?

That bed is always available whenever you want to rest. Fragrance & incense sticks have been placed near by and are optional, as well as herbs & flowers to help make your slumber more pleasant. I have a personally designed stone water fountain paired with a moss garden that’s built into the bedroom walls for white noise & atmospheric comfort. It enhances the peaceful energies within the hut & maintains a constant healing frequency. It’s quite pleasant.

This hut is now & forever soulbound to you, Sona. You officially have sanctuary within Cetra territory that you may claim as your personal & private domain. You may also travel across all Cetra territories without restriction, or harassment, as well as establish new personal sanctuaries for yourself. You are a Freewoman here & you are officially recognized as a fully autonomous Cetra citizen. You are forever safe.

Is there anything else that I can do for you?”

She looked deep into his eyes. “Stay with me?”

“If you want me to.”

“I want you to stay with me forever, Luci.”

Sona wrapped her arms around his midsection & rested her ear next to his heart. The Lightbringer gently placed his arm around her.

“Then stay with you forever I shall, my lovely Dróttning.”

She sat back up & looked at him. “There’s that word again. Astri called me that too. What does it mean?”

He looked at her with an inquisitive expression. “What does what mean? Dróttning?”

“Yes, that. What does that mean?”

“It’s Old Norse for Queen.”

Sona’s head jolted with surprise. “Queen? You’re telling me that I’m a queen?”

“I’m reminding you of your royal status & diplomatic power now that you’re back home with me.”

Sona thought to herself for a moment. In all that time with the Buevelle house not once did she have an interest in politics. She had always focused on her music to help others rather than her family’s public station. But with him she knew things could be different. With him she could bring about change for the better.

Astri returned carrying a hand carved wooden tray. A sturdy glass pitcher with pristine water sat alongside two glossy oversized clay mugs. A wooden spoon rested atop a thinly chiseled slab of granite. Nestled snug atop her drinking utensil was a sublimely scented bag of homemade tea. The barmaid set the tray next to Sona.

“Thank you so much, Astri. I really do appreciate your kindness & care.”

Astri smiled bashfully. “You honor me with your presence in my tavern, Dróttning. I am ecstatic to have you as a personal guest. I’ve seen & read many of your adventures in the Valhalla records. Dróttning Sona Caeleste is a legend among legends when it comes to Valkyries.”

Sona remained quiet & contemplated what she had just heard. Dróttning Sona Caeleste. That had a nice sound to it. It made her feel safe & at ease. She loved that.

“Valkyries…” she whispered to herself.

“Everything alright, Sonata?”

She smirked & batted him gently with the back of her hand. “I’m trying to remember things…like Valkyries.”

“Do you mean the heroic women of the Ancient Norse that were glorified chauffeurs for Odin’s arrogant drinking buddies in Valhalla? Or do you mean the conscious group of Cetra Freewomen that liberated themselves from their oppressors & became the true representation of Divine Femininity…or both? Can’t forget the OG Valkyries that are with us here.”

“When you put things that way I remember everything now.” She sat bewildered for a moment. “That was amazing, Luci.”

“Not really. I’m just using key words to assist with your recollection. You’re so psychically & consciously advanced that it takes little effort on my end.” He chortled softly. “Sorry to disappoint you, darling.”

Sona shook her head & smiled bright. “I think that’s even more amazing now that you’ve said that. This is so wonderful, Luci. Where are we?”

“We’re in a small Valkyrie settlement called Lútavald in the newly named realm of Yötunheim.”

“Lútavald…”

Astri chimed in. “Lútavald means Pay Reverence to Power. We thought it was a good name for a foundation settlement. It says all anyone needs to know, ya know?”

Sona nodded in agreement. Everything was so peaceful & made so much sense here. It was wondrous. Things came together naturally & it was always for the better. It was refreshing beyond words.

Astri snapped to attention & reached for the pitcher of water. “I apologize, Dróttning. Please excuse me while I prepare your beverages.”

Sona winced slightly at Astri. “You needn’t be so formal with me, Astri. I never took pleasure in that type of behavior. Just be yourself.”

Astri glanced at her while she poured the first mug with water. “With all due respect, ma’am, I was being myself. My apologies if I caused any confusion. I’m simply minding my duties as owner & hostess.”

Sona nodded her head, uncertain how to respond. Lucifer burst out in uproarious laughter at her expression & reaction. Her eyes now focused on him. The maven struggled to hold back her adoration for husband. Sona pulled away slightly and straightened her back. She placed one hand on her hip then stuck her other hand out & wagged her finger at him.

“What are you laughing at, Àirén?”

He smiled at her with a cherishing expression that she had never seen before.

“I’m just happy to be with you like this. That’s all.”

Lucifer gently ran the back of his index finger against her delicate cheek. He lightly pinched her chin then tapped her softly on the tip of her nose. She smiled back flirtatiously batted her long, dark eyelashes. Things had become so much easier for her to understand. She had consciously evolved, once again, with her mate.

I told you that you were a fast study.

This is incredible, Luci.

I’m glad you’ve made it this far with me, Sona. We’re so close to starting the next phase. I am so looking forward to full actualization. Soon we can truly be together & free.

I love you so much.

I love you back, hun. I know I initiated this conversation, but let’s include Astri while we’re here. There’ll be time for us to speak privately once we leave. She admires you & would love to ask some personal questions about your adventures; if you’re okay with that.

Yes, absolutely. You’re correct. Proper manners.

Sona watched Astri pour the second mug with water before she set the pitcher down. The barmaid exposed the palm of her hand to the couple. She was cradling a small & beautifully colored sea green fireball. With the flick of her wrist, Astri tossed the flame into one of the mugs. The majik orb disappeared instantaneously leaving only a hissing sound in its wake. A steaming mug of crystal clear water was all that remained.

“Bravo, Astri!” Sona clapped with enthusiasm & beamed with delight. “What a spectacular presentation. Thank you so much.”

Astri’s face turned bright red with embarrassment.

“You honor me, Dróttning. Thank you,” she said, then bashfully bit her lip.

Sona reached out & held the barmaid’s hands delicately. “Would you mind if I had something to eat as well? I don’t want to impose on you if it’s a problem.”

Astri quickly regained her composure. “It’s not a problem at all, ma’am. Would you like to see the menu?”

Sona smiled and nodded. “I would love that. Thank you, Astri.”

Astri bowed her head with respect.

“Give me one moment,” she said, then excused herself.

Lucifer lightly nudged the maven. “So what do you think?”

Sona admired their surroundings. “I love it, Luci; all of it. It’s so…amazing is all I can think of to say. I’m trying to find a way to express how happy this makes me.”

He smiled at her lovingly. “You’re already doing that. I can see it with your reactions.”

Her cheeks reddened at his comment. What once seemed impossible was now coming to fruition. They were truly consciously co-creating with each other on a multidimensional level & it was genuinely working for good. It was an incredible experience to partake in.

“How much of me is here?”

“More than me at the moment. We’re close to completion but there’s still a few things left to tidy up before the Singularity. That’s something that we need to discuss once we’re finished here. Everyone is setting up for the next stage. You’ll be an important part of that with your group.”

“Whatever I can do to help, just let me know.”

“That’s the plan. We’re going to Vanaheim tomorrow.”

She looked at him inquisitively. “Vanaheim?”

He nodded. “Já. I’m taking you to the Divine Temple. We can speak about it later tonight.” He motioned with his hand in the barmaid’s direction. “Astri is returning.”

Sona looked her lover directly in his eyes. “You genuinely are a polite & considerate man. That’s one of the things that I love about you.”

He flashed a chivalrous grin & crossed one of his eyes. “You keep complimenting me like that and it might give me a complex.”

She laughed with delight at his playful nature, then took his hand & kissed it softly. He truly was her twin flame. At long last she was home. Astri approached them with an oversized piece of parchment & handed it to the maven.

“Take all the time you need, Dróttning.”

Sona’s eyes moved from Astri to the menu. Heilagrfrest meal descriptions had been masterfully written with a lettering brush & black metallic ink. Beside every description was a photorealistic hand painted portrait of the final presentation. Sona had never witnessed such artistry before.

“She’s a prodigy too,” he said, and laughed.

Sona nodded her head with amazement. “Indeed, she is.”

Astri’s face became bright red once again. “And I’m going to cry if you both keep complimenting me so let’s try to prevent that from happening.”

Lucifer snickered softly at his spouse.

“I’m sorry, Astri. Thank you for bringing back a menu. Give her a moment & I’m sure she’ll be ready to order. Feel free to relax in the meantime.”

Astri smiled with relief. “Thank you, Luci.”

Sona bowed her head graciously at the barmaid. “Thank you, Astri. I promise that I won’t take long.”

Astri shyly averted her gaze then looked back at Sona. “Thank you, Dróttning. Whenever you’re ready simply let me know. Skol.”

“Skol,” they both replied.

That just came out naturally, Sona thought to herself.

Astri exited the room quietly. Sona took a closer look at her menu. Everything sounded delicious in its own unique way. She wasn’t sure what she wanted to eat. Lucifer instinctively leaned in & lowered his voice so that only she could hear.

“Would you like to know what meal I suggest you have this evening?”

“What?” she said, with piqued curiosity.

“The grilled cheese tavern sandwich with potato crisps.”

Her eyes scanned the menu eagerly. “Where is that?”

Lucifer pointed gently on the menu where the meal was located. Sona read the description quietly to herself.

Luci’s Go 2
Two thick slices of homemade bread generously buttered on one side and toasted to a dark golden brown crust in a cast iron skillet
- up to four different choices of sliced cheese melted to ooey gooey perfection

Note: see cheese list for options

Sides include:
One Útgarðr sized icebox tavern pickle
A healthy serving of thinly cut potato crisps that have been lightly oiled, dusted with seasonings & air fried to divine levels of crunchiness
- served with homemade tomato puree dipping sauce
Note: tomato puree includes malt vinegar, homemade olive oil & minced dill seasonings

Heilagrfrest Cheeses:
Cheddar
Gouda
Gruyère
Emmental
Halloumi
Provolone
Swiss
Marble
Parmesan
Pecorino
Grana Padano
Brie
Camembert
Mozzarella
Burrata
Havarti
Port Salut
Feta
Roquefort
Gorgonzola
Stilton
Danablu
Ricotta
Mascarpone
Cream Cheese (various flavors)
Cottage Cheese

Sona looked at Lucifer with amazement. “I hardly know anything about cheeses, Luci.”

“Would you like another suggestion based on what I’d prefer in this instance?”

Her face brightened with intrigue. “Yes, please. Tell me what type of sandwich you would order.”

He leaned in closer. “I’d pick Cheddar, Swiss, Marble, and Provolone.”

She looked at him inquisitively & whispered. “Why would you choose those four from that list?”

His voice became more hushed. “Partly to do with flavor combinations. Partly to do with alchemic make-up when it relates to cooking. It also depends on my personal mood when I order it. I figured I’d go with these four cheeses for various reasons; one of them being to give you a better idea regarding flavor combinations.

Those four are a safe choice for a sandwich like this. They blend together well & provide a slight sharpness in flavor that mellows with the after taste. It compliments the toasted bread nicely, especially after you’ve dipped the sandwich in the tomato puree. Don’t even get me started on the potato crisps.”

“Then I’ll trust your judgment & order that,” she said, and set her menu atop their table.

He sniggered lightly. “That was the least amount of convincing that I have ever had to do with anyone.”

She wore a coy smile. “You trusted my meal choices. Now it’s my turn to trust yours.”

The Lightbringer leaned in slowly & passionately kissed the maven. Without hesitation Sona instinctively closed her eyes & held his gorgeous face within her hands. Lucifer took his Dróttning into his powerful arms & held her tight. So many times before she had dreamt of this moment and now it had finally arrived.

Sona kissed her lover deeply & sank into his welcoming embrace. At long last she was reunited with her true love. Every worry that she previously had vanished in that moment. She was home, she was safe, she was protected, she was loved; and that felt wonderful.