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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 12h

He felt like Xi Bo would ask.

He motions a hand at the crib in the corner where minghao stands up from with a gurgle once he hears his name.

死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 13h

“If I am not busy, you may. Just ask and I will let you know.” He filled both of their teacups up again.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 16h

“You can see me here whenever you wish. It is legal grounds. It will prevent Michael from having to lower his guard to risk punishment.”

He hums lightly and motions the paper.

“Then bond. He is your family as well.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“Give that note to your brother sloth. And then ask Satan whatever you wish. They will tell you”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

The note had the words “Timeless space. Amnesia” written on it.

“You do not need to come to me for answers. Your very own family in Hell can answer them for you. I apologize once again, Xi Bo.”

Perhaps the closing up was Azrael’s way of coping with daddy issues.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“…. Yes. You are beelzebub. I think… i have displeased father with how careless i have been lately with the boundaries of heaven and Hell. I’m sorry, Xi Bo. But heaven will be locked down tighter this time.” He says and reaches into his pocket to slide over a note.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“You’re right… Michael would be furious.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“No. There isn’t.” He says honestly and finishes his tea.

“Jeremiel is being taken care of. Rest assured. I’m sorry I cannot give you answers.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

Father.

If I harden myself as you intended me to be since the beginning. Would you spare my younger brothers some of your time? Soothe their hearts and I will be a good son.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“Laogong…” he reaches out and gently holds his hand.

“Whatever is wrong with Michael… can it be undone when he returns?”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

Though. Once again.

Sloth, Satan and Lucifer holds the answers to the questions Azrael refuses to answer.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

about. Unfortunately it is best that it stays indoors for as long as possible. It will get out of hand the more it spreads around.” He looks up at his nephew solemnly.

“Anything else, nephew?”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“Mn. Thank you for your concern. Though, it is nothing to concern yourself over. You are from Hell. It is nothing something I can carelessly tell you about.”

Though Lucifer and Satan can easily spill the beans if needed.

“As for Michael. That is also not something that can be casually spoken—

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 17h

“Wow. You all do a lot of worrying huh?” He says while attempting to lighten up the mood and pours the other tea.

“It’s nothing you have to concern yourself over.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 18h

There was a place he had just at the cusp of heaven and hell where it was perfectly legal for demons to visit.

He looks up at the other with curious eyes.

“Worried for?”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 20h

“If Michael has no memories of Yu Huang. I doubt it. My didi is a stickler when it comes to love. He never believed in it until Yu Huang.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 20h

He hears the prayer.

Answering back to his nephew, he says he can come now.

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

He opens his mouth to speak but…

“Hm… it seems that cruel rules turned us into… a mess… while normal and reasonable rules allowed the demons to be more level headed. I am sensing a pattern here.”

死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

He sighs.

“Michael looks so lost. My poor brother. I am sure he has memories he doesn’t understand. Holes and gaps.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

“Does Michael and—“ he stops in his tracks and his eyes widen very barely.

“Michael doesn’t seem hurt… don’t tell me Yu Huang has…”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

“No.” He says sternly and tucks away his necklace too.

“There is no reason why we should do that. I don’t see the benefit whatsoever.”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

Which will take… how long exactly? Yutian, that poor being, just got released from seclusion. How is he supposed to play Jade Emperor until the actual one returns?

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

He is able to return? Is it not impossible to return from such a realm?

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

“That’s right.” He wipes his tears with his sleeve and then goes over to his desk, pulling out a drawer and then carefully removing a book from it.

He turns around and walks towards Yichen, holding it out.

“You’re old enough now. It’s time you read it. The words father left before he vanished”

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死神 [𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡] @noircelestial.bsky.social · 1d

“Your er-ge and I…” he blinks, tears falling from his eyes.

Azrael NEVER cries.

“Your er-ge and I are fighting to protect the brothers that are still with us. Please don’t do this to us… both of you…”

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