Alexis introducation to Court

Nuntius peeled off from accompanying the women as they entered the throne room, heading towards a group of women gathered gossiping about the strangers in the Cathedral.

As the two stepped though the door they noticed King Belphegor sitting upon his throne going over a handful of papers. Off to his right side stood Aiwass dressed in navy blue suit with the royal crest on the right pocket, a white button up shirt and blue tie. He was talking to a female demon who could pass as a tall human, with celestial green eyes and flowing, long red hair, dressed in black silk formal robes with red stitching and the royal crest across the right chest, around her waist was a red leather belt with sword on her right hip, finished off with stiletto boots that had straps around them to over her knee.

To the left of the throne, Sherida Suma leaned close to whisper something to the King. Her dark blue gown flowed elegantly, gold ribbons winding up her calves to match her heeled sandals. A golden pendant with the royal crest nestled between her ample curves, her blonde locks nearly brushing the floor.

While a little further on the left a stoic Marihem stood, giving guidance to a young demon with what appeared pale yellowish green scales covering her toned body, Bronze slits of eyes, glanced over at the new arrivals. She was dressed in a tunic similar to Hekate’s although this one was a teal color with gold embroidery and the royal seal on the right chest.

When Hekate saw the woman talking with Marihem she gritted her teeth, remembering how the advisor had mentioned perhaps Nechashia would have been a better fit for the mission. That slanderous bitch that was known to sabotage others rather than prove herself with her own abilities. Luckily Hekate had been warned when she first entered the ranks as Aides or she might have been caught in one of that snake’s lies.

Alexis stepped closer to her mother, nervously glancing around the room as she bit her lower lip, “Miss Hekate?”

Hekate glanced to the young woman with her, “Yes, Alexis?” Then seeing the woman’s nervousness, “The man on the throne is our King, Belphegor, who is also my father. The woman next to him is the Head Priestess of the Shrine of Dawn, and an advisor, she is Sherida Suma, don’t worry she is a close friend.

To your left the man is my oldest brother, Aiwass, Prince of Gehenna, and royal advisor, be careful of him. The woman he is talking to is Oriens Aer, the Red Mist, she is very shrewd and dangerous, but loyal to the King.

To our right is Marihem, the Grand Vizier of the court, she can be extremely dangerous. I don’t know how loyal she is as there has been rumors of her support for other factions in the history of Gehenna. The woman she is talking to is Nechashia Shemed she is an Aide to the Court like myself, but do not trust her and it is best not to be noticed by her.

Alexis blinked and nodding appreciating the warnings about the members of court present. Then glancing around the room once more, as she reached down to straighten her robe.

Nechashia motioned to Marihem who turned towards the door, looking questioning at the women for a moment before a smirk spread across her face. “Lady Hekate, so nice of you to finally join us, we have been waiting for you.” At that the others around the room looked to the door where the two human looking women stood.

At this the King looked up and handed the papers he was reviewing to Sherida who placed them on a table behind the throne. A broad smile crossed Belphegor’s lips as he looked at his daughter across the room, “Hekate, thank you for joining us dear. I’ve never seen you in a human form before, is this new?”

Hekate grinned, taking a defiant stance. “Yes, I’ve discovered a new skill. For now, I’m adjusting to this form before returning to my true self.”

Nechashia could be heard to whisper, “but it’s a human form who would ever want to be one of those creatures.”

Belphegor ignored his snake like daughter’s comments, continuing to address Hekate. “That is wonderful, and it could be very useful in future endeavors if I ever need for someone to spend time in the Mortal Realm. Allure and Illusion can only be used so far, and is subject to fading at the wrong time. I just wish all my children would continue to learn and develop skills to improve their lives and abilities to help our realm. But enough of that, who is this young woman with you, I don’t believe we have met, although her aura seems familiar?”

Hekate,curtsied and Alexis found herself following her lead. The succubus replied, “King Belphegor may I introduce you to my daughter, Alexis. She will be serving as my agent once she returns to her native realm.”

Belphegor laughed, “Oh so this is who everyone in the cathedral has been gossiping about.” Rising from his seat, “Step forward girl, I would like to meet my latest grandchild.”

Alexis found herself stepping forward nervously, glancing to her mother for reassurance. Her mind racing as tingles ran along her spine, what was she doing and why is she approaching this man. Just because he told her too, this did not make sense, why is this happening. When another voice entered her mind, “Just relax dear, he will not hurt you. I promise I am right here behind you, Alexis.” She blinked at Hekate’s words calming her, forcing herself to recover from the panic of her thoughts and stepping forward now on her own. A simple act of defiance of moving quicker towards the imposing demon that she was compelled.

When she was about six feet from him, he laughed, “Girl, you have spunk, I like that. Most fight me the whole way, but no, not you, you embrace the challenge and face it head on. I am proud to say you are of my bloodline, Alexis, daughter of the Succubus Hekate, and the Human Sacrifice Robbie Dawg. Feel safe as you are among family my dear.”

At that a silence washed over the room, except for a slight hiss from Nechashia, who quickly bowed her head to avoid her father’s disapproving glance.

With that the advisors gathered around the young human woman, “Welcome, Alexis, you are among friends.”

Hekate raised her head glaring at those surrounding her daughter, knowing their sugary words meant nothing, they would always play nice before the king, at least that bitch, Nechashia was honest enough to allow her true colors to show for a moment.

Belphegor knelt down so he could look the young woman in the eyes and leaned in to give her a hug, whispering in her ear. “You are such a beauty my sweet, and so much potential, perhaps one day I might even allow you to become closer, my love.”

Alexis gasped as she heard his suggestion, wanting to pull back, but his firm arms held her tightly. “Don’t worry dear, that is only if you desire it. I would never **** you.” Releasing her and returning to his throne, as the advisors now took their appointed stations at his sides. With Nechashia moving to kneel next to Hekate several feet behind Alexis.

Slowly Alexis backed away, to kneel next to her mother, giving her a nervous glance. Hekate offered a soft understanding smile back, reassuring her it will be okay and nothing will happen to her.

That is when Belphegor’s mighty voice echoed through the chambers again, “Rise my Aides. We have important business to discuss and not enough time for all this formalities.”

The three women rose to their feet with Hekate and Nechashia looking to the King, and Alexis keeping her head slightly down as she felt she was not ready for eye contact with that imposing aura of his Highness.

“Hekate this concerns the mission you completed the other day to the Mortal Realm. The girl you brought back with you, we have had to put her in a suspended stated, as we are unable to save her.”

Hekate exclaimed, “But the healers, they can heal anything.”

Belphegor sighed, “Yes, they can, but a human’s lifespan is not long enough for her to heal. She was struck with a cursed weapon, and it drained her life ****. Given time she would recover, but she does not have that time.”

Hekate balled her fists, staring up at her father, “We must do something, we must honor our pact with her family.”

He frowned and nodded, “I know, and that is what we are here to discuss. What are we to do with her? Should we make her a part of our realm, and if so in what form?”