His Butler, Asking Questions & His Maid, A Dark Secret

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Angelica Laverne had always believed her childhood to be a happy one. Unaware of the many, many times her life had nearly been compromised. But there comes a point where one begins to see through the lie. But the worst part of it all was, everyone was already two steps ahead of her. 

Most of the time.


The young angel had been sneaking away to see her demon friend for some time now, and was beginning to find herself falling in love despite how she tried to shrug off the feeling. However, there was a period of twenty years where Angelica was depressed. She had been seemingly heartbroken, and refused to speak of her heartbreak. However it was one day in particular after those twenty years expired and she had gotten a strange letter did her depression vanish. And the very same night, so did she.


Angelica had been beyond bored, sitting in her room when there was a knock on her window. She walked over and opened the French windows to find an imp with little bat wings looking very frantic. "Oh hello." She greeted the creature. "What are you doing up here? Are you lost?" The imp handed her a letter and spoke quickly.

"Mylordwantedmetodeliveryouthis-pleasedon'tkillme!" The imp fled before she could reply, leaving the letter in her care. "Oh. Well, thank you?" She shut the window and turned the envelope in her hands. Her heart skipped a beat when she saw the familiar handwriting across the letter. She had not seen that beautiful handwriting in years. She quickly tore open the envelope, paying careful attention not to ruin the wax seal of Clan Desideriis. She quickly but carefully pulled the parchment from the envelope and began to read.


My dearest Angelica, 


I am quite pleased to inform you that my contract has expired. I am sending an imp to deliver this to you, and I have high hopes it will reach your hands. I shall meet you by our lake, where we met so long ago. I am anxious to see you again, mon ange.


Love, Malphas.


Angellica bit her lip to prevent herself from releasing a happy squeal. She raced to her closet and fumbled through her closet. She wanted to look perfect for her best friend- and crush, she admitted to herself with a rosy blush. She dressed in a pretty lavender and gold gown, and was anxious to leave. 

She slipped on a pair of matching shoes, then rushed to the door to leave

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She slipped on a pair of matching shoes, then rushed to the door to leave. She was thankful her father would not return home until later, and left.


Malphas was pacing the grounds of the lake, slightly nervous and cursing himself for it. The imp he had sent to deliver the message had long since returned to Hell. And the demon now waited patiently for his angel. The demon caught a glimpse of his reflection in the water and quickly slicked his hair back and straightened his clothes. He didn't have time to think before he heard the sound of wings and turned to see his best friend flying down into his arms with an excited squeal. "Malphas!" She barreled into him and hugged him tightly He laughed as his arms came around her waist, pulling her into his embrace. "Angelica!" When she finally pulled away she cupped his face and smiled, "I have missed you my love." Malphas hummed, "And I have missed you my beautiful angel." He sighed, "Sadly I find myself needing a another contract." Aurora's eyes flashed with hurt. "What?" Malphas kissed the top of her head and shushed her. "Only a short one! No longer than five years, I swear it!" Aurora still looked hurt. "Won't you stay for a little while?!" He smiled, "Of course. I would not have written to you otherwise." He held her in his arms, "Actually my dear, I was going to inquire if you would accompany me to a ball." Angelica's eyes widened. "Malphas, I cannot go to Hell-" Malphas nodded, "Yes I know- there is a ball in Vienna. Schon Brohn." He clutched her hands in his and held her close, "Please say you'll go with me?! I have always wished to take you to a fancy ball!" Angelica laughed, "Of course! Of course I will go with you! When shall we go?!" Malphas held her close, "Tonight." He said, "Let us have tonight together." Angelica smiled and nodded, "Yes! Tonight! Shall I meet you here?" Malphas nodded, "Yes. Where else?" He cupped her face in his hand, "I cannot wait to dance the night away with you." Angelica nodded and looked at him, "You are certain we will be able to get away for so long?" Malphas nodded, "We have spent nights watching the stars. I say we extend our curfew." He smiled lovingly at her, "Would you like to stay the night with me and watch the sunrise together, mon ange?" 

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