#OMLuciferBirthday

[sparklesfromtheashes]

An Older Brother's Regret.

Summary: Lucifer finds himself inside a nightmare that he had many times before, but why are so many things different from usual?

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Mentions of war, violence, trauma and death of a loved one.

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Lucifer doesn't even need to open his eyes to know that something is wrong, he can already feel it in the atmosphere, and his body tenses up as he prepares himself. What he sees when ruby eyes flicker open, however, was something he could never be prepared for, and his breath gets caught in his throat, eyes windening with shock.

He is in the Celestial Realm. But not only that, he can see two groups of angels on opposite sides, fighting each other, and he recognizes each one of their faces. Was this a flashback? A nightmare that has haunted him since that day, but he hasn't seen in a long time? But if it truly is that same nightmare, why is he so far from the Battlefield?

The raven haired demon finds his answer when he sees himself, as an angel, fighting Michael at a safe distance from the others. That's certainly new, as he usually sees it all through the eyes of his angel self... Lucifer can't help but wonder why the nightmare was different, and that's when he suddenly hears someone yell.

"DEMON!"

And the next thing he knows he's dodging a celestial arrow coming his way. Wait...did the voice say ''demon''? But that would mean- The raven haired fallen angel doesn't have time to think about it, as another angel charges at him with a sword, and he dodges once again, seeing his reflection on the weapon as it hits the spot where he was a second ago.

Red eyes go wide open as he sees himself in demon form, but why?! This has never happened before! And the fact that the others can actually see him...he couldn't possibly have traveled back in time....could he? He shakes his head, no. That's impossible, the last thing he remembers is getting drowsy as he was finishing paperwork, there's no way he was sent back in time inside his own study, when he was all alone.

''How did you get here, Demon?! What are your intentions?!''

The angel's voice brings Lucifer back to the current situation, and he looks up at the source, recognizing one of the lower-ranked angels that stayed by their Father's side during the War. More angels started noticing the commotion, and the demon curses under his breath as a growing number of pairs of eyes are set on him, some even stopped fighting to look.

''Doesn't he...kinda look like Lucifer?''

''Now that you mention it, he really does...''

''What is going on?!''

That voice was...Michael. At some point, the Archangel interrupted his fight with Lucifer's angel self to see what was causing such a scene between his brothers, and his eyes windened. But Lucifer wasn't looking at him, no, he was looking at his other self, ruby eyes locked with equaly ruby ones, wide open in shock and confusion. The angel opens his mouth, but a different voice echoes through the battlefield.

''LILITH!!!''

The demon's blood runs cold, it was Belphie's voice. He looked around in a panic, not seeing how his other self did the same, only to see one of the angels aiming an arrow at his little sister- oh, how much he missed seeing her, and yet it made his chest ache - ready to strike the already injured angel. Angel Lucifer tries to run to his sister, but the ones that were on his Father's side stop him, forcing the eldest to engage in a fight once again.

The fallen angel, however, used their moment of distraction to open his wings and, in a swift movement, fly as fast as he can to where Lilith is, looking at the angel pointing their arrow at her with horror and sadness. The arrow is shot, and Lucifer gets to her just in time, feeling the arrow brush against one of his lower wings as he pushes his baby sister out of the way.

By now, all eyes are on the two of them as the raven haired demon holds onto the injured angel, refusing to let go, and despite her shock and confusion, she can feel his body shaking.

''It's okay, Lilith. I've got you, I won't let them take you away from me again...!''

''Again...?''

The confusion in her voice is clear, but Lucifer has no time to reply when he hears another shout of ''DEMON!'' and weapons pointing at them, one of the angels near quickly using their whip to strike, and he tenses up, preparing himself- But the pain never comes, instead, he hears a familiar grunt behind him, and Lilith's horrified gasp, causing him to move his head to look, only to see his angel self standing there, the celestial whip wrapping around his arm painfully.

''G-Get her...o-out of here...!''

He hisses out through his teeth, and the woman's eyes go wide open.

''W-What-?! Y-You can't be serious, brother-!''

''JUST GO! NOW!''

The angel snaps, looking at them, the desperation in his voice and eyes is as clear as the sky, and after a second, Lucifer nods with a serious expression. Angels around him get ready to fight and stop them, but he easily uses magic and his wings to send many of them flying before they can use their weapons against him, and then he's running across the battlefield with Lilith in his arms.

''What are you doing?! I can't just leave him and my brothers-!'' ''They are going to be fine, so just hold on tight!''

She tries to protest, but the fallen angel cuts her off, looking at her with almost pleading eyes, and all she can do is nod slowly while looking at him with shock. Many voices behind them yell at them to stop, to not let the demon run away with the traitor, but Lucifer doesn't pay them any mind. He's almost there, he can do this, he can save his sister...!

A sharp pain to the center of his back, right where his wings come out, and he stumbles on his own feet. Before he can hit the ground, he turns around in order to protect the angel in his arms from the impact, hissing in pain as the arrow on his back goes in deeper when it hits the ground. Angels are quick to surround the two, and Lilith looks around with wide eyes, before looking at Lucifer, who was glaring at them. Then, she smiles sadly, tears in the corner of her eyes as she gets free from his hold and stands up slowly, making the demon look at her with wide, panicked eyes.

''Lilith!! What are you doing?! You-!''

''It's okay, Lucifer.''

''No, it's not okay! I-!''

''You can't change the past, you can't save me. And that's okay...I just want you to be able to forgive yourself, and keep taking care of our brothers....please.''

She says, and Lucifer can feel tears welling up in his own ruby eyes as he watches his baby sister being captured by his Father's loyal angels, while his own arms are being grabbed as well, pulling him away from Lilith. That's when he starts to struggle to break free.

''No! Lilith! Wait-!''

''I love you, big brother. Thank you for everything.''

The angel cuts him off, a fond yet sad smile on her face, tears rolling down her cheeks as the angels start dragging her away as well. When Lucifer is finally able to free one of his arms to reach out to her, she's gone, and with a flash of light, the demon wakes up in his study with a startle, heart racing and one arm reaching out into the air.

As the fallen angel sits up, wide open ruby eyes look around, his breath erratic and his chest going up and down faster than usual, cold sweat rolling down his forehead. After a moment, he closes his eyes, ignoring the few tears that roll down his cheeks, and take deep breaths in order to calm himself down. A dream, of course it was a dream, the kind that has been haunting him since the day they fell-!

That's when he feels something soft slide down his back, and he looks down in confusion, only to find a blanket. Looking around once again, now that he calmed down and his mind is clear, Lucifer notices a thermos with a porcelain cup beside it on a corner of his desk that was free of papers, and he quickly registers the smell of tea. On the opposite side of the thermos, there's a plate with some of the eldest's favorite pastries, and a sticky note close to it. Picking it up, the demon can't help but smile softly as he reads what's written in a familiar handwriting.

''I stopped by to bring you a snack, but saw you sleeping and didn't want to disturb you. Do be sure to sleep on your bed next time, though. Sleeping on your desk isn't good for you, Lucifer! Please eat and take a break from your paperwork, you clearly need some rest!

- With love, MC.''

Chuckling softly, Lucifer places the note on his desk once again and smiles to himself, his features mirroring his bittersweet feelings. That's right, he can't change the past and save Lilith, but that's okay, because he knows she was happy... And now, he's finding his own happiness alongside his brothers, and the human who has changed their lives for the best.

[hecatart]

A Special Day for you two.

Yesterday sure was a strange day for you, filled with so many emotions but of course, one was taking more place there... Love. You could often find yourself staring at this ring on your finger and having that smile each time you'd remember this.....

- ” Today is a day that I wish to never forget. A day marking a new start and, the accomplishment of something bigger ! “    The Prince was now joining Lucifer's hands and yours together. Feeling yours completely shaking and you were absolutely sure you could feel The black haired demon slightly trembling as well... Of course you'd keep this to yourself...

One thing you had no doubts about, was his Prideful and loving stare. His crimson eyes almost piercing your soul as he'd never get them off of you. The only thing you could do was to do the same. He was way too magnificent to even dare looking at something else. His white and blue suit, decorated with colorful feathers was absolutely fantastic. Maybe even done with the help of Levi and Asmo... You just kept on thinking about your Lover, squeezing his hands as your eyes were carefully watching at every details of his attire as a voice dragged you out of it :

- ”(Y/N) ...” Your eyes were suddenly looking at the Prince as you're now taking a deep breath.

- ”Do you pledge to love and devote your human life and soul to him ? Do you promise to honor and tenderly care for your lover, cherish and encourage him, stand by his side no matter what ? And most importantly, to cherish the bond between humans and demons ? ”

Clearing your throat, your shiny eyes made their way back to Lucifer's. Staring at you with a slight grin as he was impatiently waiting for your answer. You could feel all the eyes on you now, the room completely silent.

-” I  do !”  You said with as much confidence as you could show. Your voice shaking with the emotion.

- “ May a kiss seals the Eternal bond between the two of you.”    Diavolo said. Almost all emotive as the two of you already were.

And there you remembered the first kiss the two of you shared as One. The most passionate and beautiful one you could give to each other... It felt as if a completely new feeling was traveling into your whole being.

And then you've been remembering the long party after the Ceremony... The impressive amount of people who were here today... After all, it was an extremely important event so you weren't surprised. You also remember the stupid games the other brothers were doing together.

A giggle ends up escaping your mouth at the thought... But... There's also something you've been suddenly remembering. Your now husband suddenly disappeared during your wedding night and, that was barely possible for you to find some time to even look after him as demons, angels or humans would come to you, telling how happy they were for you and how honored they are to be there today....

Later in the night, a voice took you by surprise.

-”Boo.”   Lucifer whispered in your ear. That same smirk on his face as his hands held your waist, planting a kiss on your temple. You jumped a bit but as soon as you recognized his voice, you immediately leaned into his kiss, smiling and finally reassured he would be there with you.

-”I'm truly sorry for leaving you so suddenly... I had something very important to finish and it couldn't wait any longer. Now that I'm back, How about a dance together, my Love ?”

-”Well, I'd absolutely love this, Dear husband ~”

And the two of you kept on dancing, laughing and spent a good part of the night together. Showing to the world how in love you two were. Lucifer often reached your ear, whispering sweet words to you. But during your last dance, the emotion on his face grew more intense.

-”If only you could feel my heart at this right instant... Beating only for you...” His fingertips playing with the ring on your finger as he gives you a fond smile.

-”I guess calling you Mine would only be a logical thing now, don't you think ?”

-”I completely agree. Call me by this name forever.... Lucifer...I love you...”

-”(Y/N)....”  He leaned down, capturing your lips over and over again, not allowing you to go for a few minutes.

A long moment later, both of you decided to discretely leave to your room. Both falling on the mattress, exhausted. Yours eyes met, appreciating the peace around you as Lucifer suddenly rushes to a desk there. He was now holding a piece of paper in his hand, slowly leaning with a smile :

-”Please, (Y/N), read this when you have a moment for yourself, Understood ? “

-”As you wish my Love” ~

Carefully holding the letter and leaving it in your bag so you're making sure to know where to find it once back home. You were walking back at him, showering his face with kisses before the both of you ended up getting ready to finally get the rest you deserved.

It didn't took long for you to fall asleep because of the amount of energy you've spent that day.

The next day, finally on your way back home after taking care of a few last important things. The both of you were completely tired after last night and the road back seemed so long to you... Seeing the House from afar fulfilled your heart with so much joy and you just wanted to crash on your bed and to be in peace...

You quickly make your way to the main door with Lucifer, your husband. Just the idea of it gave you a huge smile on your tired face. Giving him a quick peck on the lips and both going to different rooms as he apparently had some work to do. As always, you thought... But you were clearly too exhausted to say or do anything. You then burst into your room, walking to your bed and leaving your things at the end of it. And there... This comforting cloud that is your mattress....

Taking a deep sigh and staring at your ceiling for a while, you suddenly remember the little conversation between Lucifer and You.... ”Please, (Y/N), read this when you have a moment for yourself, Understood ? “ Mmmhh..... That was probably the moment after all. Crawling to the end of your bed and eagerly burying your hands in your bags, you finally find it... A letter. It was rolled and held by a beautiful blue ribbon.

You couldn't wait any longer and quickly start to untie and unroll it.

« (Y/N),

Well, here I am, surprised since I don't really know where to start, but I suppose I shall make it simple and quick since you must be looking for me now.

This wedding, our union is the greatest thing I could have ever imagined. This is a thought I've been leaving behind during this long lifespan and, if I may be honest, I never thought this would even happen with a human. But, Who would have thought a human like you would stir up these feelings within me ?

The moment I've asked for your hand was finally the day where, the fog and doubts in my heart and soul completely drifted away. You took its place, filling my being with joy and with a beautiful sunny summer I haven't seen in so long now. But also with more curiosity and the most important ones... Love and Passion.

(Y/N), if you could have felt my heart the right instant I saw you walking towards me this day, I swear it could have bursted out of my chest. You've completely captivated my eyes. A true work of art if I may say. And I sometimes wish you could see yourself as I see you.

All of this, is making me more and more happy to know your thoughts, heart and everything are completely Mine.

Thank you, for reanimating that fire in me (Y/N). I plan on  cherishing you for the rest of your life and for Eternity.

Keep this in mind : I'm proud to know you'll be forever be part of our family and also proud to know I'll now keep you by my side.

(Y/N), I love you, truly and deeply.

Forever Yours,

Lucifer.”

You just noticed the smile that grew on your face while reading those words from your now husband. And you couldn't help but mumble to yourself.

-“So that's why you disappeared that night mmhh.... ?”

Now holding that piece of paper as if it was the most precious treasure you have, you're laying down on your bed, a happy tear running down your face.

You knew now, it was time to write the most beautiful story that ever existed, together.

[sparklesfromtheashes]

A Demon Hunter's Heart. - Part 1

Summary: Lucifer is the oldest son of a powerful family of demon hunters, but how much longer can he keep following the steps of his ancestors?

TRIGGER WARNINGS: Mentions of blood and violence.

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Lucifer was in the middle of wiping off the blood from one of his daggers when he paused to let out a sigh. Being the eldest out of seven sons in a family of powerful demon hunters, the raven haired man was the one assigned to follow his parents's steps and become a strong hunter, which he was trained for since he was little. One might ask: ''why was a demon hunter named Lucifer?'', well...he doesn't know the answer to that either, perhaps his parents thought that, if a demon ever asked his name, having the same one as a demon or fallen angel from the Bible and Mythology would cause the creature to lower their guard, it's not like he ever asked them about it.

Now that he is 30 years old, Lucifer has lost count of how many demons he has hunted down and killed through the years, but for some reason, recently things started to feel..odd. The past few days, whenever he would find demons wandering around the Human World, they would act peaceful and not even try to attack him, unless he charges at them first.

The demon hunter couldn't understand what was happening, those creatures would usually not hesitate for a moment to attack him and try to eat his flesh and soul, so what has changed? Why so suddenly? Was it all a part of a major plan for them to take over and rule the humans?! He doesn't know, and he hates it, the fact that he has no idea of the answer for those questions echoing inside his head, and how this new behaviour makes him feel like he's doing something wrong when he kills those demons...it's frustrating, it's infuriating.

Deep brown eyes stare at the dagger in his hands, a faint glow barely visible by human eyes emanates from the weapon, a result of the blessing of an Archangel that had entrusted his ancestors with such power to keep their people safe from demons centuries ago. One deep cut is all it takes, and the demon is going to burn from inside out.

''What is going on...?''

He asks no one in particular, his voice a mere whisper in the large room where he was all alone, sitting on his bed. He could hear his brothers arguing over something, again, and decided to ignore them. He really wasn't in the mood to deal with their childish bickering.

Putting his daggers away inside a drawer with a false bottom, that to anyone else looks like a simple drawer where he keeps his socks, the raven haired man was about to take off his gloves to get ready to sleep when he noticed the sudden silence. His brothers had gone completely quiet all of a sudden, and that wasn't right, causing Lucifer to tense up, already opening the drawer to grab his daggers once again-

''LUCIFER!!!''

One of his brothers, Asmodeus, cried out, and in the blink of an eye the eldest was out of the room, daggers in hands as he runs to his brothers. Despite already having an idea of what was waiting for him, the hunter's eyes still went wide with shock as he saw two demons standing by the front door, and not any demons by the looks of it. All six of his brothers were together, with Mammon and Leviathan, the two oldest ones after him, standing in front of the others protectively. The twins, Belphegor and Beelzebub, who had barely reached adult age, were holding each other's hands and standing in front of Satan, the youngest of them, who was just finishing High School.

Lucifer was quick to make his way through, standing in front of all of his brothers, looking at Mammon with a serious expression. He didn't need to say anything, as the white haired man merely nodded, his expression just as serious. Then, the eldest turned his eyes to the unwanted guests.

One of them was a demon with amber eyes and dark skin, a smile on his face, black horns with golden accessories coming out of his red hair, in fact, he was covered in golden adornments and chains from head to toe, there was gold on the black accessory around his neck, on his wings, around his arms, connected to the piece of clothing made of black fur that covered his shoulders, along with a ruby on the center, and one could see what looked like tattoos on some parts of his barely covered upper body, soon followed by more gold and rubies over his black and white pants with golden lines, which looked like it would fall to his feet with a single pull.

The other one, standing by his side with a neutral expression, had pale skin and teal eyes, his hair is of a similar color, with a lighter tone on some strands of his bangs. Horns that look like the skeleton of bat wings come out of his head. Unlike the red haired one, the golden chains and buttons on his clothes were small and subtle, the outfit on itself having a pattern of black and gray triangles in the middle, while the sleeves are completely black. On his right shoulder there's a ruffled fabric in a teal-to-black gradient, also present on the end of his sleeves, his pants are also black. There's a black forked tail behind him that matches the colors of his hair as it reaches the tips.

The differences in status was clear by their appearences alone, and Lucifer felt dread building up as his mind processed exactly who was standing right in front of him-

''You must be the famous demon hunter. Lucifer, right? My name is Diavolo, I am the heir to the throne and future King of All Demons.''

The raven haired man's blood ran cold, and he could hear his brothers taking sharp breaths as they step back, ready to follow the training they had many times before in case their House ever got attacked by demons. He had faced many demons of high rank in his life, but never a member of the royal family. He grabs his daggers, getting in position, and Diavolo raises his hands in a display of innocence, while the one beside him tenses up.

''Now, now! There's no need to get defensive! I'm merely here to talk.''

Lucifer's eyes narrowed at the prince, and it was clear that he didn't trust his words at all.

''Talk? Do you really think I'm going to fall for your tricks so easily?''

He asks in a hiss, and Diavolo sighs. He looks at the demon beside him and nod, before both change forms in the blink of an eye, now their horns, wings and tail are gone, and their clothes changed to what looked like uniforms, with the one the future King of All Demons wears being red, while the other wears a black one. Lucifer merely scoffs, glaring at the duo.

''And now you believe hiding your demonic features is going to make anything different?!''

''The Young Master's intentions are nothing but peaceful. If we truly wished to cause harm, we would already have attacked your brothers before they could even call out your name.''

The teal haired demon finally speaks, and Diavolo looks at him.

''It's fine, Barbatos. I already expected this reaction.''

Barbatos, so that was his name. He merely nods, and the demon hunter groans. Looking at Mammon, he nods. The white haired man opens his mouth to protest, a frown on his fatures, but the look on his older brother's face stopped him, and with a reluctant nod, he looks at his five younger brothers and nods as well. Soon, the 6 of them were all running off to somewhere safe, and Lucifer looked at the two demons, noticing the curiosity in Diavolo's eyes. The hold on his daggers tighten as he speaks.

''...very well, follow me.''