HELLBØUND - Atonement // S2 Episode 1

In a local bar in the Pride Ring of Hell, BF/N is seen with a black cloak over his head as he thought about what had happened when he arrived in Hell.

(Flashback)

BF/N (Demon): Damnit! Where the hell did all of that power come from?! ... Doesn't matter. I won't let you win!

Y/N (Demon): Hmph. That's unfortunate.

They clashed a bit and BF/N tried to hit Y/N, but he was unfazed by it.

BF/N (Demon): What? What do you mean by that?

Y/N (Demon): You seem like a good person. But, somebody's been giving you lousy orders.

Y/N then concentrated his energy into his two fingers and once he gathered enough, he fired an energy beam at BF/N, but he dodged it and flew towards Y/N.

BF/N (Demon): Shut the hell up! I'm not interested in listening to your lies!

Y/N (Demon): So, you're interested in listening to lies from the person that told you about me? You've been given false information! I don't seek to dethrone Lucifer!

BF/N (Demon): SHUT THE HELL UP!!!

BF/N tried to fight Y/N, but he couldn't keep up with him.

Y/N (Demon): *dodging BF/N's attacks* Deep down, you know I'm right. You're struggling to trust me because you've lived a life full of lies and abandonment. But, you're allowing those past encounters to cloud your judgement on here and now. Like how you are following blind advice from the guy who gave you the word to kill me.

BF/N (Demon): So what if I am?! All people ever do is lie, cheat, and kill! Anything's better than being able to trust anybody when all they do is stab you in the back when they're done with you!

Y/N (Demon): And you're sure that this guy won't do it to you once you've outlived your usefulness?

BF/N (Demon): At least I'll die doing something than nothing! This world, this reality we live in, is nothing but a lie! It's literal Hell, no matter you do!

Y/N caught BF/N's punch.

Y/N (Demon): This coming from you?

BF/N (Demon): What?

Y/N (Demon): This coming from a guy who's blindly following orders from someone they don't know without thinking to confirm them?! WHAT A FUCKING JOKE!!!

He landed a solid punch against BF/N's face and sent him crashing to the floor. Y/N landed on the ground and watched as BF/N struggled to get up, only to look at Y/N and angrily glared at him and growled.

Y/N (Demon): Keep lying to yourself, BF/N! See where that will get you. But, deep down, I know that you can feel something isn't right. Can you?

BF/N (Demon): ...

Y/N (Demon): Look at me in the eye and tell me. Does it look like I want to dethrone Lucifer and steal the throne of Hell?

(Present Day)

BF/N: ...

(Flashback)

Alastor: The man you seek is Y/N L/N and he's a human with demonic power like you. He is known to be the most powerful human alive. His power has toppled some of the Overlords in Hell and is on the verge of surpassing the Seven Deadly Sins. If that happens, he'll catch up to Lucifer.

He looked at Y/N, but as he did, the human couldn't feel any negative vibes from him, but he chose to keep quiet about it and asked him another question.

BF/N: What exactly is the deal with Hell? It looks like New York after the civil war.

Alastor: Unimportant, right now. What's important is that he resides in the Happy Hotel, a rehabilitation center that is ment to redeem damned souls and bring them to Heaven.

BF/N: Okay, I bet 50 bucks that this idea didn't work.

Alastor: Well, I hate to disappoint, but it already has a few candidates.

BF/N: Meh. Whatever. So, that's all or do you have anything else to say?

Alastor: The Happy Hotel is run by Charlotte Morningstar, the Princess of Hell and Lucifer's daughter. However, she's partnered up with Y/N and together, they're slowly, but steadily redeeming sinners. If this keeps up, Hell won't have anymore damned souls to populate. Then, it wouldn't be much of a kingdom for Lucifer if there are no people around. And we can't have that. So, I want you to eradicate Y/N. He's the key to achieving redemption for all sinners. And don't let his carefree attitude fool you. He holds deadly power and is capable of using power to his imagination. So, don't let your guard down and don't hold back or you will regret it. However, you will not stop at just Y/N. His friends will be there to support him and help him. Especially his hellhound girlfriend, Loona Lovelorn.

He then showed a picture of Loona.

BF/N: ...

(Present Day)

BF/N: Grr! I can't fucking believe I listened to Alastor's words! What the fuck is wrong with me? ... *sighs* Yo, bartender! Another round, please!

He tossed his cash to the bartender and nodded as he walked away. BF/N sighed as he heard someone approach him and sat next to him.

???: Hey.

Recognizing the voice, BF/N turned to his right to see Octavia.

BF/N: Octavia? What are you doing here? Or how did you find me?

Octavia: When you're a Goetia, you're able to detect those who have magic and I figured it was you since I grew familiar with your presence the first time we met.

BF/N: ... What do you want with me?

Octavia: I-I... I haven't seen you since you left the mansion to find Y/N, so I wanted to see you again.

BF/N: Why me? I tried to kill Y/N.

Octavia: Because I know you're not a bad guy. Y/N told me everything about how you were... manipulated. I'm sorry.

BF/N: Don't be. It's not your fault.

Octavia: I feel like it is. If I had known, I could've stopped you.

BF/N: You had no way of knowing. It's not your fault. The fault is mine for believing Alastor. Now, I feel like shit.

Octavia: ... I know how that feels.

BF/N: Hm?

Octavia: ... My mom and dad always fight over everything. Mostly how Dad sleeps with an imp. Them arguing makes me feel like shit.

BF/N: ... *sighs* Sorry to hear that.

Octavia: It is what it is.

BF/N: ...

Octavia: ...

The bartender walked in and handed him a drink.

BF/N: ... Well... How about we help each other out?

Octavia: What?

BF/N: Look, you have a problem that you don't have the full truth about and I have a problem that I have no idea where to start, so how about we help each other out?

Octavia: What's with the sudden change in attitude?

BF/N: ... I just want to see you happy.

Octavia: ... Alright. Let's start with you since you have the heavy impact. What's that about?

BF/N: I... I want to seek atonement for me almost killing Y/N.

Octavia: Well, why don't you start off by talking to Y/N and apologizing?

BF/N: Will he even want to see me?

Octavia: Of course. Y/N isn't the kind of guy to hold a grudge against someone. ... At least from what I know, but I'm sure you're one of the people he can forgive.

BF/N: ...

Octavia: If not, then I'll vouch for you. It's not much, but it'll be a good place to start.

BF/N: ... *sighs* Alright, but I don't know what good it'll do.

Octavia nodded. After a while, they arrived at the Happy Hotel and BF/N knocked. Charlie opened up.

Charlie: BF/N! What a nice... surprise. You know you don't have to knock, right?

BF/N: Oh. Right. Well, is Y/N here? I wanna talk to him.

Charlie: Sure, give me a sec.

After a while...

Y/N: BF/N?

BF/N: ...

Octavia: Go ahead.

BF/N: Y/N... I want to apologize.

Y/N: ...

BF/N: Apologize for almost killing you based on a lie Alastor told me. And for... almost hurting your friends. I'm sorry.

Y/N: *eyes widen* Wow... I mean... This is honestly a first for me. No one who's tried to kill me has apologized.

BF/N: I guess... I'm the first one. But, an apology won't be enough to seek atonement. Is there anything I can do?

Y/N: Y-You know you don't have to do anything, right? An apology is enough for me.

Octavia: Y/N, please? He won't let the burden off his shoulders if an apology is enough.

Y/N: I-I... I'm not sure what he can do...

Then, his phone went off and Y/N answered it.

Y/N: Hey, babe. What's up? ... Uh-huh. Got it. ... *looks at BF/N* ... A-Actually, Loona, is it alright if I send someone else to go in my place? ... No, it's just I have someone who wants to seek atonement for hurting me, so I'm hoping if it's alright to send him your way. ... Okay, thank you. I'll pay you back. ... *blushes* B-Babe, not in front of them! ... *chuckles* Okay. Bye. *hangs up* Heh.

Octavia: What's up?

Y/N: My girlfriend called me and said that Blitzø wants me to go with them to Earth, but I asked her if it was alright if BF/N could take my place.

BF/N: "Go with them to Earth"?

Y/N: Long story short, the imps and hellhound I work with have the ability to travel to Earth to punish the guilty and because you're human, you're still able to return to Earth. I'll fill you in on the details if you agree to it.

BF/N: ... If this will help me out.

Y/N: Alright.

After Y/N filled him in, BF/N headed out to IMP and arrived at the lobby.

Loona: *looks up* BF/N?

Blitzø: Him?! Y/N sent him in?

BF/N: No hard feelings, I hope.

Millie: Sir, if Y/N has sent him to us, that means he trusts him.

Blitzø: ...

BF/N: I'm here to seek atonement for what I did to you guys. I need this.

Blitzø: ... *sighs* Fine! Loonie?

Loona got up and grabbed the grimoire and opened a portal to Japan.

Blitzø: Alright, BF/N, the target we're going after is a drug lord. How we find him is beyond me, but we'll think of something.

BF/N: Understood. *walks through portal & holds hand up* Let me do this, alone.

Blitzø: What?!

BF/N: I'm not asking.

The portal closed and BF/N began to look around for clues and hints. He decided to ask the people for help, but the problem was that they all speak Japanese. However, when he reached out to one of them, he was able to understand their language and speak back. With this, be looked around and asked people if they know about a drug lord. Unfortunately, nothing. Until...

BF/N: *in Japanese* Excuse me, but I'm looking for a drug lord. Do you know anything about it?

Citizen: *in Japanese* ... Actually, I think I do. But, why ask?

BF/N: *in Japanese* I'm here to help stop him before he hurts more people or worse.

Citizen: *in Japanese* ... If you're telling the truth, then I know where to start.

He grabs his phone and holds it for BF/N, showing him a picture of a truck with a license plate.

Citizen: *in Japanese* This truck is where you can start. It's somewhere in the city and I don't know where to start, but maybe you could go to a DMV for help.

BF/N: *in Japanese* Thank you. This'll help and don't worry. That scumbag will be off the streets so that you can traverse easily. *walks away*

Citizen: *in Japanese* Thank you, sir.

BF/N made his way to a DMV after a while and asked the people for the license plate. They cooperated and helped him out. After a while, BF/N made it to a warehouse and noticed so many people with guns.

Drug Dealer #1: *in Japanese* Man, this place is like a ghost town. Not very active.

Drug Dealer #2: Boss paid up the place and is paying us to shoot anyone who comes poking around here. To be honest, I'm glad I'm here. I don't wanna be around the big man when he finds out we fucked up.

Drug Dealer #1: *in Japanese* In a way, I agree.

BF/N: ...

BF/N then made his move to incapacitate the dealers one by one without detection by making distant noises and drawing a few in. After a while of searching and incapacitating, BF/N rounded them up for the police and looked around.

BF/N: That takes care of these bastards. Now, a good place to start us those barrels. If I was a drug lord, that's where I'd hide illegal activity.

He approached a group of yellow barrels and investigated. He opens a lid to see black liquid inside.

BF/N: *coughs* Don't breathe that stuff in! ... Okay, whatever that is, it looks extremely dangerous and volatile. Better do something about these before-

However, he heard a nearby motorcycle drive to his destination and stopped to see a biker.

BF/N: ...

Biker: So, you're what the fuss was about, huh? No wonder we couldn't get a read on these guys.

BF/N: Couldn't help but stick my nose where it doesn't belong. But, it's a good thing I did. Otherwise, people could've died to this kind of chemical.

Biker: Die? *laughs* No, our boss made sure that his blood isn't lethal for us to drink.

BF/N: "Blood"? His blood is chemicals?

Biker: No, my friend. Demonic.

He grabs a vial and drinks it. Suddenly, his skin was blood red with red glowing eyes.

Biker (Infected): *laughs demonically* See what I mean?

BF/N: What the fuck?

The biker roared and charged at BF/N, but BF/N teleported behind the biker as he crashed into the barrels. He got up and grabbed his gun to shoot at BF/N. BF/N was able to see the bullets and dodge them before closing in and punching his chest. The biker backed up, but was laughing.

BF/N: What's so damn funny?

Biker (Infected): This demon blood we devoured from him gives us a portion of his power and even just one drop of it can numb the pain we feel. That punch you landed? That was nothing more than a tickle.

BF/N: ...

The biker laughed as he charged at BF/N. They clashed as BF/N tried to hit the biker with every opening, but it barely affected the man. BF/N continued to keep up the pressure, but as the biker tried to grab him, BF/N spun to the right and landed a punch on his face, making him back up a little.

BF/N: *thinking* Damn, he's not kidding. My attacks aren't doing anything much, at all. At this rate...

The biker roared and BF/N blinked to reveal his demonic eyes.

BF/N (Demon): You want to see what a real demon is capable of? Come and I'll show you.

They charged at each other, but BF/N passed through him as if he disappeared and reappeared behind the biker. He turns to him as his eyes flashed and then, the biker tried to hit BF/N, but BF/N was dodging his attacks as if he was predicting them. After a while, BF/N kicked his feet and face.

BF/N (Demon): It doesn't matter if your skin is impenetrable. That kind of power has made you reckless and careless. ... And by the looks of things, it has a limit.

Biker: What?

His skin returned to normal before BF/N could knock him unconscious.

BF/N: If what he told me is true, then what kind of human would have black blood? ... Unless... It's not human...

He goes back to the barrels and digs his hand in.

BF/N: This feels like blood, but not the kind of human blood. And it's definitely not normal for a demon to have, so what kind of demon am I dealing with? And why is he here? ... More importantly, why is he selling his blood as if it's drugs? Whatever the reason is, we aren't dealing with a human. ... Now, if only there's a way I could track the drug lord... Maybe Stolas can help me with this. ... Wait... Shit! I don't have a phone, so I can't call them! ... But...

He then places his hand on the wall and closed his eyes.

BF/N: ... Come on... Take me to Stolas...!

Using his magic, he was able to conjure up a portal large enough to fit through and on the other side was his destination, Stolas's mansion.

BF/N: Alright! Yes!

He steps through it and looks around for Stolas.

BF/N: Hey, Stolas, you here? I need to talk to you about something.

Stolas: In a moment...!

Soon, Stolas entered the library with a red robe and noticed BF/N.

Stolas: Ah! BF/N, welcome! It's good to see you.

BF/N: You, too. Listen, I need help with something. I'm on an assignment and I fear that this isn't a normal human target I'm after.

Stolas: *raises eyebrow* Really?

BF/N: What do you know about a demon that can amplify humans with his blood like a drug?

Stolas: *eyes widen* ... So, he's still alive, huh?

BF/N: You know something?

Stolas: Unfortunately, yes, but it's not a good thing. You're right, your target isn't human. He's an imp from the Wrath Ring. And his name is... Kletus.

BF/N: "Kletus"?

Stolas: Yes. Back then, Kletus was a drug dealer who was working a secret establishment up top and apparently, he's using his blood to help create his own army of demonic humans. How he's doing it is beyond me. If only we had some kind of substance or a tiny drop...

BF/N: ... Then, you're in luck.

He hands Stolas his hand as it was still covered in black blood.

Stolas: Perfect!

He then twirls his fingers to create a black blood orb and inspects it, noticing tiny green glowing particles.

Stolas: ... Oh, shit...

BF/N: What's wrong?

Stolas: Kletus was exposed to some kind of human chemical that has made him stronger than before. And if he's giving his blood to his human friends, then I fear he might be plotting something dangerous.

BF/N: If that's true, then how do we find him?

Stolas: ... *eyes widen* I think I have an idea on where he could be. Back then, he approached me and offered me his drugs, but I declined, so he gave me his calling card. It has his address and everything.

He hands BF/N the card and BF/N looks at it.

BF/N: ... This'll work. But, I'll need to get to New York, it seems. Very well, then. *walks away*

Stolas: W-Wait, you don't have the grimoire, so...

BF/N: Don't need one.

He plants his hand in the wall and summons a portal, leaving Stolas surprised.

Stolas: But... How is that possible? No one's been able to do this without the grimoire. More importantly, one shouldn't be able to do this the way the Goetia can. Unless... Your magic is like ours. But, that's impossible.

BF/N: Look, I'll leave you to your thoughts while I deal with this "Kletus" guy. Trust me, he won't get far.

He walks through the portal and it closed. Stolas continued to think long and hard on BF/N and his magic.

Stolas: ... *eyes widen* Wait... Could it be...?!

Up in New York, BF/N walked through the portal and looked at the card.

BF/N: ... Yeah... This is the place... But, why am I getting the feeling that this won't be easy? ... Right. Because I'm about to deal with the big boss, himself. ... Very well, then.

He walks into a warehouse and begins looking around.

BF/N: The legendary drug lord drinks alone, huh? Quite a way to go out.

???: Heh. You know better than me, human.

BF/N turned around to see a red curly horned imp emerge from the shadows with a drink in his hand.

BF/N: Kletus, I assume?

Kletus: Hehe. Nice to know my reputation precedes me. How'd you find me?

BF/N: You've left behind a few trails of evidence regarding to you. Like, the black blood in those barrels at the abandoned warehouse you bought off. That's not natural.

Kletus: Hehehehe. What even defines as natural? This world is full of surprises around each corner and it's always changing.

BF/N: Seems like your time on Earth has helped you learn a few things. What exactly are you plotting here with your blood?

Kletus: A man's gotta work hard at something to get paid, right?

BF/N: So, what? You're selling your blood on the black market or something? How did you even manage to get all that blood and still be alive?

Kletus: Oh, it's real simple. My clients were visiting a chemical plant and got what's left of radiation and all I did was add my drop of blood into it and it's a safe-to-drink super drink. Of course, it'll take days until the effect takes place, but that's what makes it valuable.

BF/N: ... And what about the people you killed? People who don't pay you back?

Kletus: This stuff doesn't come along without a price, so I made sure they uphold their end of our bargain before they grab a sample.

BF/N: Bargain?

Kletus: I'll give them what they want. If they do what I want them to do. Unfortunately, that kid I killed didn't have the guts to do what I wanted him to do, so... You know.

BF/N: You killed a fucking child?!

Kletus: Business is business, my friend. Don't play by my rules, to Hell with you. That's my motto.

BF/N: Why are you even telling me all this, Kletus?

Kletus: Because you won't live long enough to tell anyone. It's nothing personal. It's just business.

BF/N: ... Well, I hope you enjoyed your business trip because I'm putting you out of business, for good.

Kletus: Hehehehe. Try me.

They charged at each other and BF/N dodged Kletus's fist as it passed his head and backhanded his face. Kletus blocked a few hits, but was gut punched, making him drop his guard and BF/N punched his face. Kletus dodged the next attack and landed a few hits on BF/N before slamming him to the ground.

Kletus: What's wrong, human? You're not as tough as you look.

BF/N: True. But a friend of mine told me that it's not about strength or speed that defines a human being.

His eyes flashed demonically, surprising Kletus. Before he knew anything, BF/N swiftly approached him and landed a few hits before dodging and clapped his hands against his head. Kletus backed away.

BF/N (Demon): And you wouldn't understand.

Kletus charged at BF/N, but he ducked and spun around, allowing him to kick his face.

Kletus: Damnit!

BF/N kneed his chest and elbowed his face. Kletus got back up and and tried to hit him, but BF/N landed a few critical points and unfortunately, Kletus blocked the next attack and smacked BF/N's face. BF/N felt blood leak from his cheek as the last attack left behind a scratch. Kletus kept the pressure up, but BF/N kept dodging until he kicked his shin. His nails extended and scratched his face.

Kletus: What the fuck was that?

BF/N (Demon): *smirks* Just a little something that's old fashioned. A good ol' cut above the eyes, but this one involves some bleeding.

At cue, Kletus's forehead started bleeding. Kletus checked to see, but got smacked in the face by BF/N. He recovered and tried to hit him, but BF/N tripped him to the ground, worsening the bleeding as he faceplanted against the ground. He got up and wiped the blood off his face before grabbing a chain and spun it around. BF/N watched his movements and dodged a few attacks from the chain until he was kicked in the chest. Kletus dropped the chain and charged at him. As they clashed, BF/N dodged a few hits before twirling behind him and landed a critical hit against Kletus's collarbone. Aggravated, Kletus tried to hit him a couple of times, but BF/N dodged a few and landed a blow against his scar, making him yell out as more blood leaked.

BF/N (Demon): Not so fun, is it? To suffer for your crimes against the people you killed?

Kletus growled angrily and attacked him, but BF/N dodged Kletus's attacks before punching his face and landed a high kick, causing him to collapse onto the ground. Kletus shook his head and charged at BF/N. BF/N dodged him a few and landed a hit against Kletus's nerve point and kicked him back.

Kletus: Was that supposed to tickle?

BF/N (Demon): That was a critical nerve hit in your deltoid. It didn't feel like it hurt, but that arm will be numb for a while.

Kletus: What?

He tried to move his left arm, but nothing. Kletus jumped up and landed a few kicks against BF/N. As he landed on the ground, he hit BF/N's head before grabbing him and kneed his face. He grabbed his neck and kicked him to the ground.

Kletus: Heh! You didn't think I didn't come prepared, did you? I anticipated every move if anything were to happen to me. Now, I'm gonna fuck you up! You're finished, human!

BF/N's eyes glew and pushed himself off the ground, resulting in him kicking Kletus's face.

BF/N (Demon): You don't get it, do you? I'm not the one who's through. And I'm not doing this on personal reasons.

As Kletus got back up, BF/N hardly landed two hits against his face before pile driving him to the ground.

BF/N (Demon): I, too, am here on business. And my business involves getting justice on your victims, so...

He grabs his right arm.

BF/N (Demon): Give my regards when you see them in Hell!

He twists his arm backwards and Kletus shouted out. He grabbed his head and broke his neck before slamming him to the ground, leaving behind a crack. He looked down at him as Kletus lied dead in the ground and brushes his shoulder.

BF/N: Good riddance.

After a while, BF/N opened a portal back to IMP and walked through it.

Blitzø: H-How did you...? D-Doesn't matter! What were you thinking, going off alone like that?

BF/N: Like I said, atonement.

He showed the gang Kletus and dropped him to the ground.

Blitzø: Holy...

BF/N: The drug lord in question was Kletus, an imp who can amplify humans with his blood that is mixed with chemicals and radiation.

Moxxie: Well, that's... Okay, then.

Loona: BF/N, are you okay?

BF/N: Yeah, I'm fine. Pleasure doing business. And hopefully, this will help set things right. See you next time... Maybe.

He walks out of the building and after a while, he arrived at the Happy Hotel and filled Y/N in on what happened.

Y/N: To think an imp like him can do that... It doesn't make sense.

BF/N: Try not to think about it too much, then. It's over.

Y/N: Maybe... But, thanks for doing this, BF/N. I appreciate it.

BF/N: *nods* If there's anything I can do to help, let me know.

Y/N: Will do. And hey, consider us best friends, okay?

BF/N: Huh? That fast?

Y/N: Yeah. I mean... You've been through what I've been through, so... People like us gotta stick together, y'know? Besides, we're both humans in Hell.

BF/N: True... *smiles* Heh. Thanks, N/N.

Y/N: *nods*

BF/N walked away and Y/N watched as he did.

Charlie: Look at you, tough guy. Already making new friends in a short period of time.

Y/N: Heh. Guess it's part of my charm. In a way.

Charlie: Whatever you're doing, it's working. Keep it up, okay? *walks away*

Y/N: Will do. ...

EPISODE 2
COMING SOON, IF RAD ENOUGH