"I Consecrate my Soul to Thee" Witch/Demon AU

[zauberdecke]

[ There was a very specific reason why Essek was here at this moment.

All around him was gathered components, and within his hand he held chalk with which he was drawing the familiar pentagram that would assist in his mission. For his entire life, he had been gatekept, he came from a long line of witches, all of them female; the power passed down through matriarchal laws and blood-- from woman to woman.

However he was the black sheep, the one who had been given far more power than was comfortable for the bloodline in which it had been strictly locked up. Because of this, no female line could inherit and even right now etched into his chest was a binding spell that was unbreakable though oh, how he had tried. It had been placed there by he who he had been given in marriage to; locked until at which point a female was conceived which would then continue the line downward.

There was nothing more vengeful than a cat who had been caged, and right now Essek Thelyss was out for blood and perhaps even a healthy dose of revenge. There was that intrinsic longing for freedom to do what he wanted, not wanting to be bound by tradition to a familial coven who cared more about the line than him. He wanted to put a stop to it, perhaps even get this angry scar of a sigil on his chest removed, wanting night upon night of assault to end.

He did not care what he summoned, the only thing he wanted was for whatever power he could bid to rise to invoke retribution, to free him. Logically he knew that he would be entrusting his fate into the devil he did not know-- but at this point in time, that seemed far preferrable.

And that was how he had roped Alex into this. Someone who was well versed in the rituals if not well practiced; he could not do this alone because there was so much that could go wrong. Best to have two hands in it, even though he knew that it was not Alex's job to intervene but rather to 'watch' but he was desperate, and Alex knew how much he hated Adeen.

Desperate times called for desperate measures, and it was then that Essek finished the circle and then set his chalk down gently. ]

The circle is complete, the components are gathered.. it is time.

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[zauberdecke]

[ He always would, that felt like such a gift. It also felt unconditional, he did not have to do anything except be himself-- it had felt strange and first and yet here he was basking in this closeness and with someone who did not ask for more from him than his time and attention. He would likely be applauded by his mother, told that he was a good boy.

And he would fake smile and nod while realizing that they did not mean anything in the scheme of things and that Bren would help him enact his revenge and then they would leave together to start a new life that was uncomplicated. ]

---

[ The moment that Henry sensed a panic attack, he wrapped his arms around Alex and pulled him closer and tighter, resting his cheek against Alex's while he considered this. Closeness was good, probably would help to ease a little bit of that panic. ]

I did not know, it was true. I had even forgotten that there was a possibility, but I am not disappointed in it, the farthest thing ever.. though what matters is if you would like to have this child. We have options if you do not and ultimately this is what makes you comfortable.

[ a great many demons would want the child to the detriment of anything else, because it meant marrying human and demon. But Henry realized that the child meant nothing if Alex did not want it as well. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Bren would make a point to be with Essek for the eventual encounter with his mother -- though whether that would be in cat-shape or some other disguise, he did not know yet. But he would not leave him alone for it.

For now though, another kiss through that soft white hair.]

Rest, my treasure.

--

[Alex melted into that embrace, taking a moment to try to ground himself with the feeling of those arms around him. He clung to Henry in turn. Closeness was good, especially for Alex whose greatest anxieties were tangled up in fears of abandonment.

He took a few breaths, soft and steadying.

And there was Henry, still there, still holding him, giving Alex the choice once again.]

We made it together, right? Our ... baby.

[Oh god he said it, it's real now.]

How could I not want that? With you. [He was down bad, Henry. It had happened so fast. And the little life that had been kindled beyond all logic within him, he could already feel a surge of protectiveness over it, obvious perhaps in the way that his hand moved to shift and settle against his abdomen at the mention of having options.]

[zauberdecke]

[ Those eyes fluttered shut, he started to hum in a way that did not come from his mouth but rather his entire body and then he became only a little bit heavy as his trance overtook him, the promise of being there for him was all he needed. And deep inside there was another little jewel that hid just behind her sister-- being only a little shyer than the pearl, but it was thrumming warmly.

One would not even notice her because of the Pearl's brilliance, but that was okay because she did not like to be perceived, safe and content was she as she took root in a little spot of her mother's womb that was reserved just for her. ]

--

[ The protective mechanism was noted and he gave another squeeze. ] I only meant that I do not want to force you to do something that you do not want, after all men having children is not the normal though male witches, it.. is.

[ Henry pressed a kiss to that mouth. ] Oh yes, there was definitely two involved in the making of our child, though I do not know what gender it is yet. [ He did not have the proper nuance for that perhaps? ] But that does add another layer to the whole Talamascan thing.

[ Once they found out he was pregnant, they would know why. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Bren would notice it eventually, that second little gem that was taking hold and quietly glowing with the joining of her parents' beings. For now though, he was distracted by the simple feeling of Essek in his arms, that soft humming that let him know his pactkeeper was resting.

In this moment at least he knew that Essek was safe and sound, content in a way that Bren wanted desperately to preserve. To make the new normal for him. Eventually sleep would take the demon too, but he'd fight it for a while so he could just enjoy the moment.]

--

Not normal is right. I don't even understand how the biology... whatever. It's magic. We're gonna go with that. Witchy demonic magic.

[A wave of his hand as if that just made the fact that his entire understanding of his world and himself had just been turned on its head make complete sense. He'd deal with it. He had to deal with it.

He met that kiss with a smile, feeling that little swell of relief that they were still close and trading small affections, that maybe this wouldn't change this new blossoming thing between them in some terrible way. Maybe just the opposite.

Henry brought up a good point.]

...yeah. Eventually it's gonna be pretty obvious. Guess we'll have to figure out an exit strategy before then.

[lordfuckleroy]

Witchy demonic magic works though I suppose it is just that the magic in your body will rearrange with the seed of a demon i.e myself so I think you do not have to worry about it terribly, your body will take care of it.

[ That sure was helpful Henry.

But aside from that Henry would pamper Alex, would get him whatever he want. Would likely also kill anyone who messed with Alex; well he would have done that anyways but it just meant that he would be extra invested in it because there were two people to fight for-- Alex and their unborn child. ]

Indeed we will, because you are going to grow. [ He said with a sparkle to his eyes, just imagining it. ] I will be able to set my tea cup on your bump.

[internationalrelations]

So you've literally rearranged my insides. Congrats.

[Alex was clearly pleased with himself about that terrible joke. Apparently he was recovered from his shock and anxiety attack enough that his sense of humor had resurfaced. He leaned into his demon for a moment.

And then shoved him at the next thing he said.]

You sound way too excited about using me as a table.

[lordfuckleroy]

There is a bag of holding inside you now.

[ Henry said as he was shoved though he looked almost sheepish-- almost, especially when it came to the joke about using Alex as a coffee table, but then he remembered the terrible joke that Alex made and so they were even, they were square so to speak. ]

It was a very pleasant re-arranging, and I think you could say that it was more like 'feng shui' with your witch uterus.

[ Okay, so he technically did paint the walls, right? ]

[internationalrelations]

You are such a nerd. Why the hell do I find you so fucking sexy...

[What did that even say about him?

He shoved Henry again, but this time he followed after the movement, more or less crawling himself on top of Henry, inviting himself right into Henry's personal space and winding his arms around his neck.

He was entirely too attracted to Henry for anything like rational thought. Maybe the hormones were amplifying that desire too. Difficult to parse it out beyond the fact that if he didn't kiss Henry right at this very moment, he might actually die.]

[lordfuckleroy]

[ Oh yes, Henry found that he liked the very idea of this.

He also knew that witches could get downright possessive when they were pregnant, thankfully he was equipped for that; and pleasantly surprised that he was rather happy to be pushed back and crawled on top of. The oven was off, no one was getting burned and while there was cheese toast, it could be reheated under the broiler.

Not to mention that Alex may get hungry later. ]

Come here...

[ He decided to take the first move and he grabbed the back of Alex's neck and then he pulled him closer so that their lips could collide. In the kitchen of all places. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Look Alex wasn't making the most rational decisions. He'd just found out that he was pregnant -- just found out he was even capable of getting pregnant -- still shaking the vestiges of the drugs from his system and Henry was just there looking like the promised land. So yeah, he was joining Henry in his chair and okay maybe it was dangerous and the chair might tip but fuck it.

More important was going with that pressure at the back of his neck and kissing him back like he'd been deprived of those lips for ages.

Maybe they ought to relocate from the kitchen.]

[lordfuckleroy]

[ He understood that Alex was filled with witchy hubris but he was the demon and it was his duty to encourage it; so he would. Alex could feel free to push him back and do whatever he wanted to him-- there would be no complaints at all, in fact the purr that emerged from the back of Henry's throat mid-kiss was like smoke and brimstone, but far sweeter.

Was Alex thinking about relocating? Because it was clear that Henry could think of nothing but those lips as he was straddled, his other hand moved possessively to the small of Alex's back.

A back that would soon ache just a little bit.

For right now though? It was open game and his fingers were making warm kneading motions as his tongue met Alex's in a full-bodied and near intoxicating kiss. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Hubris would be their inevitable downfall, but yeah. Alex didn't have enough wherewithal to care right now. It was impressive just how swept up he was in the demon, how the world slipped away and the only thing that mattered were the hands on him, the mouth kissing his.

He lost a soft groan to Henry's mouth as their tongues twined together. It went to his head like a rush, dizzying and incredible.]

Baby... [Murmured quietly directly to those lips.] Want you.

[lordfuckleroy]

Then take me?

[ That was a challenge, of course it was. But also it allowed the other man to make his own decision here, especially with the effects of the drug approaching it's exit signals. He did however make it rather helpful as he unbuttoned his own trousers while they kissed, it was enough of a movement that his own prick would barge out as if he had been cruelly locked up.

And perhaps he had. ] You are after all my pactkeeper, you should claim what is yours.. yes?

[internationalrelations]

[Alex was incapable of backing down from a challenge. It was not in his nature, and he certainly wouldn't back down from something he wanted this desperately. He caught that lower lip between his teeth, giving a deliberate, slow tug before he soothed his tongue along it gently.]

I should... I will...

[Happily. Eagerly even. His hand slipped between them to find that newly freed cock, fingers wrapping around him.]

Do you want me to ride you right here? Think the chair can handle it? [And then, with a spark of something in dark whiskey-brown eyes.] Think you can handle it?

[lordfuckleroy]

[ Alex was so full of really bad ideas, but also Henry was a demon and he had no true sense of morality when it came down to it, there was really no morality-- only this heady beautiful whirlwind that he had been dragged up into by Alex's own hands. Normally he was lawful but there was something refreshing about the chaos. ]

You probably will.

[ Ah, he did like it when Alex took what he wanted, he liked it alot. It sent a white hot poker of heat running up and down his spine, and he found it hard to not take the lower lip between his teeth to give a retalitory tug. ]

Well you may break the chair but you will not break me. [ And if it all fell to the ground, at least Alex would have a nice firm Demon to land on right? ]

[internationalrelations]

[All chaos all the time. Poor lawful Henry was stuck with him now too, and would likely be subject to even more chaos once there was a small gremlin child running around, offspring of a disaster of a witch and the world's nerdiest demon (or well, perhaps a close second to Bren Ermendrud, the nerd of all nerds).]

That sounds like a challenge, baby.

[Alex informed him with a slow grin. Henry might look angelic for a demon, but here was Alex looking like he had a bit of mischief-and-desire-drive hellfire in his eyes. Man with a mission. Also a man with a deep ache that he desperately needed to be filled. He tightened his hand around Henry's length in a deliberate but teasingly slow stroke.]

And I think I'm up to it.

[lordfuckleroy]

[ Henry may grouse but there was no world where he would actually be serious about it, especially with Alex coming in like a wrecking ball (though Henry had never heard that song even once) and he would love and protect his chaos witch as well as the small gremlin child who had currently taken up residence in Alex's womb.

A challenge it was and he arched his hips up into those very talented hands and then a groan as Alex teased him into a certain sort of lust-filled lull. Of course he knew that Alex's heat probably was not over completely, there would still be after effects.

He did not want to tell Alex about the whole 'heat' thing and how a demon could trigger it, not even every demon but their pactkeeper. All of this he had known but he had tactfully decided not to tell Alex.. this would've come out later, promise. ]

You are many different levels of evil.

[internationalrelations]

[Henry would. Henry would hear lots of music Henry had never heard before. TO THE WINDOW TO THE WALL.

He watched Henry react for him, an obvious hunger shining from behind dark eyes as he took everything about the blond in. Look at him, entirely too beautiful sexier than any creature had any right to be. ...Alex really ought to do some research about witches. Because he was unaware of heat being a thing, but it would certainly explain the inferno of need that felt like it was smoldering inside him.]

I have no idea what you're talking about. I'm the picture of innocence.

[As he dropped his hand down to fondle those heavy sacs, eyes fixed on Henry's face.]

You're wearing too much. ...I'm wearing too much too.

[lordfuckleroy]

[ It was true that Alex would give him many personal experiences including horribly explicit rap songs, but right now his brain was on hiatus and he was thinking firmly with his dick-- which was currently being held by Alex, his breath hissed out as he felt his balls being fondled.

In a hairsbreadth of a second he was completely naked, complete with the very light blond hair that danced against his legs and avainst his navel but was strangely absent from his chest. ]

Now you are the one wearing too much.

[internationalrelations]

[Oh. Oh wow, okay. That was efficient as hell, wasn't it? Very convenient, that his demon was suddenly delightfully naked where Alex was still planted in his lap straddling him. Oh yes, that was an excellent development. He let his free hand run up and along his chest, splayed across pale skin.]

Now I am. Way, way too much. I suppose I'll have to settle for the old fashioned way.

[He reluctantly took his hands away from touching Henry enough to reach back and pull his shirt off and over his head before tossing it vaguely away. Halfway there, before he moves to rise from his lap to shimmy out of his pants and underwear.]

[lordfuckleroy]

[ Apologies if he took all of the fun out of it, but he thought it was best if there was as little shifting as possible on the chair, it was merely self preservation in the name of both of them. But also it was absolutely a skin that was useful; he didn't have to know that Bren used it often as well.

Instant Naked, just add boyfriend-- as the case may be.

His skin was warm to the touch, much like a demon. And while he was not as toned as Alex was-- he did have a nice physique. I know, boring that he did not edit his form to the current times, but he did like his british nerd persona. The legs and ass though, would absolutely be on point.

The advantage of horseriding. ]

Well that's a nice view, I like that quite a bit.

[ He said with a near rakish smile. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Nothing could take the fun out of seeing his boyfriend naked. Nothing. Look at him. He was gorgeous, and Alex wanted to taste every inch of his skin, wanted to bite and leave marks on that flawless pale canvass. Maybe that was the heat and the hormones in him that wanted to make sure anyone who saw could tell that Henry was his.

Alex could feel Henry's gaze on him though, and he was comfortable enough in his body to preen just a bit, letting his demon have a good look before he invited himself closer, urging Henry's legs apart so he could step between them.]

I'm enjoying my view too, baby.

[He let his fingers sink into Henry's hair, raking through before settling against his chest again.]

Demons must have pretty good stamina, right?

[He mused as he slowly dropped to his knees between Henry's legs, looking up at him through those absurdly thick lashes.]

Because I'm going to see if I can wear you out.

[lordfuckleroy]

[ These are where the pregnancy hormones would get their best utilization. In the fact that there was much energy racked up inside Alex and with no true outlet-- except for Henry (at least right now) so tire away, the Demon was absolutely here for it in a near primal way. ]

We do, yes...

[ There was a brief hitch to his voice as he saw Alex drop to his knees and Henry felt a near answering stutter as his eyes grew heavy lidded, like honey was running over him and Alex was set with the goal to lick it all off. ]

And you should by all means do your worst.

[ And by worst, Henry meant best. ]

[internationalrelations]

[Alex would do his best. He was motivated anyway. Really, he couldn't get it out of his mind, the need for the other man. Beyond desire. It was a primal and carnal need, like he needed oxygen to survive, he needed Henry just as desperately.]

I intend to.

[He'd probably wear himself out in the process too, but then they could both fall into bed together. Alex looked forward to that too. But first.

Well, first he was going to get his mouth on that prick like a starving man finally being treated to a feast. He wrapped his lips around the head of his cock, helping himself to tasting the precome gathered there, moaning softly around him in pleasure.]

[lordfuckleroy]

[ Henry would welcome it, just as he did when Alex's lips started to suck against the tip of his prick, the light mist of precome as it caressed that tongue; and then he reached for Alex so that he could thread his fingers through those lush dark locks of curls, the way that he looked like he was not full of mischeif.

But he could see the sparkle within those eyes.

Each suck did usher a moan out of his mouth, hot and slick and he had to keep himself from upending the chair right there. ] If there is a way to kill a demon, I have no doubt that you shall be able to do it.

[ He managed to groan out as he could not keep his eyes away from watching Alex, the perfect way he attended to him like some summertime treat procured on a beach. ]