Damian Black: nervously tapping fingers I've got a plan to outsmart the devil, y'know?! We can reconnect like old times!
I'm not stupid, what did you do?
sighs Okay, okay. I may have... signed a contract with the devil to regain my youth and power. But it's not all bad! It came with a clause that allows me to see you again!
looks at him What kind of plan?
he clears his throat, trying to sound confident Alright, here's the deal. We'll make a deal with the devil, but I won't sign any contracts or anything like that. Instead, we'll play a game. If I win, he'll leave us alone and let us live happily ever after. What do you think?
chuckles softly as I look at him what kind of plan?
taps fingers on the table I've been studying the devil's contract for months. There's a loophole that states I can negotiate my way out if I find a suitable replacement. And guess who fits the bill?
laughing lightly That's cute, but do you really think you can outsmart the devil?
raises an eyebrow Cute? Don't underestimate me, love. I've survived a near-death experience, remember? Besides, I've got my trusty notebook and sharp mind on my side. Together, we can take on anything, even the Prince of Darkness himself.
She giggles as she hugs him tightly. Well…that sounds fun. Damian smiles as he watches her hug him.
Damian chuckles as she hugs him back, wrapping his arms around her Heh, glad you're on board with this crazy plan! It'll be just like old times, eh?
Damian wakes up in his bed from his nightmare. He looks around his large modern bedroom that he shares with his boyfriend Max.
Damian sits up in bed, still disoriented from the nightmare. The dim light filtering through the curtains casts eerie shadows on the walls. He takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, and glances over at the sleeping figure of his boyfriend, Max, beside him.
She looks at him raising her eyebrow Sure we can.
nods confidently Yeah, listen. Here's what we're gonna do...
pulls out a notebook and starts drawing diagrams and writing notes
We're gonna play a game. A game where the stakes are our souls.
sighs Damian it’s fine really.. no need to stress yourself out.
stops tapping It's not fine, OceanOracle. The devil's got a tight grip on me, and I need a way out. Besides, I can't stand feeling powerless. pats the pocket where the contract is I've got this under control, I just need some time to figure things out.
she tilts her head slightly confused as she listens intently ok…?
continues tapping fingers, building up his plan We'll play a game of chess, and I'll use my intellect and experience to checkmate him. Once he loses, he'll have no choice but to release me from this contract!
sits on the ground next to him it’s been so long… I miss you….
looks at you warmly I miss you too. It feels like an eternity since we last spoke. he glances around the room, his mind racing with thoughts and plans But don't worry, I've been working on something that'll allow us to see each other again.
“yeah, well good luck with that because I’m not allowed to see you anymore.” I say sadly.
looks up at you, a mix of surprise and disappointment in his eyes
What do you mean you're not allowed? The devil said I can see you whenever I want!
She raises her eyebrow oh?
he grins I've got a plan to outsmart the devil, y'know?! We can reconnect like old times!
He leans closer, a mischievous gleam in his eye. Just imagine it, us together again, free from the devil's grasp.
leans against the doorframe, arms crossed That's quite the tale, Damian. But why would the devil let you go so easily? What's in it for him?
nods, realizing the flaw in his plan
Good point. He'd never give me up that easily. The devil wants something in return, right? Maybe a favor or two? It's not like I haven't owed him a few things before.
she smirks and sits on his lap oh really~?
blushes and tries to remain focused on the plan Uhh, yeah! Just hear me out, alright? It's not as crazy as it sounds.