Helluva Music

Chapter 15: Back to work.

Another day has passed since the entire group is on high alert because of Striker's escape. Nobody was taking any chances on relaxing in order to protect themselves from the hitman's wrath. Bogumierz and Loona were extra protective of their daughter, Stolas keeps a very close eye on Octavia, the hotel staff were checking for identifications, and I.M.P isn't seeing anyone right now.

But as the days went by, I.M.P had to get back to work as they were low on funding and needed to get back to work if they are to continue. Unfortunately, Blitz was not around at the time as he was doing a special errand of importance. When the others ask what it is, he told them to fuck off before leaving. This surprised Loona and Stolas. As long as they can remember, Blitzo was never like this. But whatever the reason may be, they hoped it wouldn't change him for the worse.

Moxxie and Millie left the area so that they would find a child to adopt somewhere within the Pride Ring and the Wrath Ring, Saying they won't be back for a good while. And with Blitzo preoccupied with his mission, Loona asked if Bogumierz could help. Charlie allowed it as long as they keep an eye out for anything. Plus, this was also a way to stay close. Although Bogumierz was not a hitman like I.M.P, he was willing to help out.

At the mansion, Henry and Octavia were learning from each other for the music and the royal meeting. They still had time before Paimon's arrival so that he would determine if Henry was the right person or not. They were both learning well. But there was one problem.

"God Dammit! This is driving me crazy! When is that killer gonna show himself?!" Henry cursed as he fell to the bed while looking up.

"I don't blame you. I feel like a prisoner here." Octavia sighed as she sat down next to the bed.

"Octavia. I know we need to learn. But I think we need a break from it all again. I learn a lot today."

"But where do we go Henry? There's guards everywhere." Octavia creaked the door opened a bit to show several Hellhound guards around the palace.

Henry thought about it for a good while. "Could we use the book?"

"To make portals? No. Dad would sense it. Trust me. He knows."

Henry sighed. But as he was about to speak, he notice a Hellhound slightly acting like an actual dog. This gave him an idea. "Octavia. Can you make anything with that book without worrying your dad?"

"He doesn't mind. Why?" Octavia raised an eyebrow.

Henry whispered something to Octavia about what to conjure. Her eyes widened. Then an urge to laugh took over, only for her to keep it in as she nodded.

In the garden area, several Hellhounds were looking around to see if Striker is near. As they continued, a small squeaky ball can be heard. The hounds heard it and tried to fight the urge to chase it. But as the squeaking got louder and more frequent, they lost the fight and began barking while looking for the ball, which fell to the ground. Henry and Octavia got to the ground and ran while the hounds began fighting over a ball.

At the IMP building, Bogumierz and Loona spent time together with their daughter as they wait for a client. And eventually, they got a new client: A newly arrived Sinner who looks like an aquatic type with a lower belly part becoming like water, almost similar to Queen bee.

"So you think one of them at the camp killed you?" Loona asked as she was putting Lupa in her little crib.

"Well, it's just that I'm sure one of the other camp counselors killed me, I'm just not sure which one..." The client shrugged his hands in confusion.

"How could you know know which one it is? And how do you know for certain that it's a counselor?" Bogumierz asked.

"I was out on the lake when my boat started to sink. Someone had drilled holes in it. The counselors are the only ones with keys to the boathouse, and they're the only ones who knew I couldn't swim. It had to be them. I just don't know which one."