After a while, everyone arrived at the Wrath Ring and Y/N looked around.

Loona: Ya nervous?

Y/N: Not really. If this is what the Wrath Ring looks like, I wonder what the others would look like. How many Rings are there?

Millie: My best guess? 9.

Y/N: Nine? Seriously?

Millie: There could be 10. I don't know. I don't explore much.

Y/N: Right. So... What are you guys expecting from the festival? For me? Fun and games. Not in a violent way. Fuck no.

Loona: Nothing.

Y/N: What? Come on, Loonie. You gotta have something.

Loona: Nope. I've got nothing to expect.

Y/N: ... Oh. Right.

Loona: *looks at Y/N & smiles* Nothing other than our date.

Y/N: Yeah?

Loona: Yeah. Though, I'm wondering how you're gonna be able to make this night eventful.

Y/N: Yeah... Me, too, honestly. *thinking* I know how I'm gonna do it, but I don't know what I want to give you, Loonie. Hopefully, I'll find something.

Blitzø: Here we are!

The van then stopped and everyone stepped out of the van and approached Stolas and Octavia as they both were waiting for them. When Y/N got out, he held Loona's hand and escorted her down, which she appreciated.

Blitzø: Hey, Stolas. And what's-your-name.

Octavia: Octavia.

Blitzø: Right.

Stolas: Ah, Blitzy! Welcome. I was worried you weren't going to show up.

Blitzø: It's not like I didn't have a choice. I need the grimoire to do my job since you're using it for the festival and it's for my daughter's date with her boyfriend.

Stolas: Boyfriend?

Blitzø showed Stolas Y/N and Loona as they both approached everyone with their hands held.

Stolas: N/N!

Y/N: Hey, Stolas.

Stolas: I'm humbly honored by your arrival. So, I take it you're here for the festival?

Y/N: Yes, but only because I'm on a date with this badass hellhound.

Loona: *blushes & chuckles nervously*

Stolas: Congrats, N/N. And you, uh...

Loona: Loona.

Stolas: Loona, right. You should consider yourself lucky. Not many beings on Earth, Heaven, or Hell has been able to date a hybrid.

Y/N: Well, I'm a different kind of hybrid.

Stolas: Maybe so, but the fact still remains.

Y/N: Well, I'm glad that you approve of this. If you didn't, there would be consequences.

Stolas: The last thing I want is to piss off a hybrid.

Y/N: Right.

Stolas then walked away to Blitzø and as he did, Loona tugged on Y/N's arm and pulled him to the van.

Y/N: Loonie? What's wrong?

Loona: ... Nothing, really. I just... There's something about what Stolas said to me.

Y/N: ...

Loona: ... The fact that nobody has been able to date a hybrid. Do you have any idea why?

Y/N: ... No, I don't.

Loona: N/N, you do realize that I'm the first demon to ever have a hybrid boyfriend, right?

Y/N: Are you... happy or worried about this?

Loona: Both. N/N... I know that this is just a shitty thing that I shouldn't worry about, but I... I don't know, N/N. You are the first person I've ever dated and I'm the first hellhound to ever date a hybrid. Why do I have a feeling that this means something?

Y/N: ...

Loona: Is this God's doing? Is He the reason why my life's like this? Or is it Lucifer?

Y/N: Loona... It doesn't matter who's behind this. I know the Bible. And God... Maybe He cares about the demons than everyone thinks.

Loona: If that's the case, why did He make my life like how it was when I was in the orphanage? Did He put you in my path so that I don't have to suffer, anymore?

Y/N: Even if God is the one that did this, Loona, you should be happy. Happy that you finally found someone who cares about you. Look, I know that you don't appreciate the thought of Heaven because you're a demon, but... Maybe there's a reason why.

Loona: How can you be so sure if that, N/N?

Y/N: Even though I've read the Bible, I knew there was something more to it than what the humans have described. Maybe everything they know about all of this is wrong.

Loona: ...

Y/N: Hey, I don't give a damn if you're a demon that kills people. The fact that you have the emotions of a human means something. Maybe you don't have to be what the Bible says or what God created you to be.

Loona: What are you saying?

Y/N: Loona, you have more power than you think. You have the power to become something more than this. I'm not saying this because I want to change who you are. I'm saying it because I care about your well-being. I don't want you to follow down a path that someone created for you just because that's what history and fate has for you. If anything... Fuck fate. You can't let people like Lucifer or God boss you around and treat you like trash just because it's your life. You need to stand up and draw the line.

Loona: N/N...

Y/N: Loona, I'm saying all of this because I love you. I don't want you to go through your life, thinking you're worthless and pathetic, because you're not. You play an important role in life, whether it's in Hell or on Earth. Hell, maybe in Heaven. ... Darling, *removes glasses* if you ever need help or anything, just let me or Blitzø know. I know him. He feels the same way towards all of this. You can continue to be yourself, but someone like you deserves freedom away from all of this.

Loona: ... *smiles* How did I get so lucky with someone like you? You keep coming up with the words needed to help me.

Y/N: *smiles* I love you, Loonie.

Loona: *wipes tear away* I love you, too, N/N.

They both then shared a kiss and as they did, Blitzø, who was still talking to Stolas, looked over to see them and smiled, which Stolas took notice.

Stolas: Heh. Your daughter really likes him that much, huh?

Blitzø: Yeah...

Suddenly, their moment was ruined when they heard a horse neighing in the distance.

Y/N: Loona, you heard that, right?

Loona: Kinda hard not to.

He hovered his right arm in front of Loona to protect her as they both had serious expressions on their faces. Soon, a flaming horse arrived at the scene and its rider gestured it to stop.

??? Whoa, there!

The horse neighed and stood still as the rider stepped off. The rider revealed to be Striker, a tall cowboy imp.

Striker: Howdy, partner.

Stolas: Striker! Right on time, as usual.

Striker: Ah was in the neighborhood. Ah also heard that some new recruits were arriving.

Stolas: Indeed. Meet Blitzy, my boyfriend.

Blitzø: We're not together, Stolas! Hey, Striker, right? I'm Blitzø. The "O" is silent.

Striker: Blitzø, huh? That's a speedster's name.

Blitzø: Your's sounds like a hunter's name.

Striker: True.

Moxxie: Evening, Striker... I'm... Moxxie. Millie's husband.

Striker: Millie?

Millie: Yep. That's me.

Striker: Ah! The infamous Mildred! A pleasure to meet ya.

Millie: The pleasure's mine.

Striker: So, anybody else that got invited?

Blitzø pointed at Y/N and Loona. Striker looked to them and when Y/N and Striker looked at each other, Y/N felt chills running up his spine and he started getting goosebumps as his fur stood up.

Y/N: *thinking* What the fuck's wrong with this guy? Why am I getting a cold chill from him? His presence... His aura... It feels so sinister. More evil than any of the demons here.

Striker then approached them, but Loona snarled at him.

Striker: Whoa! Down, girl. I mean no harm.

Loona: My nose says otherwise.

Y/N: Loona, it's okay.

Loona: What?

Y/N: It's alright.

Loona: ...

Striker: Better listen to yah owner, babe.

Loona: *growls*

Y/N: Hey! She's not my pet. She's Blitzø's daughter.

Loona: Only on paper. You don't deserve to know my name.

Y/N gently hit Loona's arm and he gestured her to be nice.

Loona: ... *sighs* The name's Loona.

Y/N: And I'm Y/N L/N.

Striker: Y/N? Ah've never heard or seen you around these parts. In fact, around everywhere.

Blitzø: Um... He's been... under the radar for a while. He was hiding until I adopted him along with Loonie.

Loona: Plus, we're in a relationship! So, don't get any ideas, ya dick-sucking knucklescrapper.

Striker: Babe, I wouldn't dream of it.

Loona: You'd better not.

Y/N: Forgive her. She's a bit... strict towards everyone.

Striker: I can respect that. Not a lot of people here in Hell or anywhere can be trusted.

Y/N: Uh, hello? She trusts me.

Loona: He's my boyfriend!

Striker: Really? Ain't that somethin'...

Y/N: Look, what do you want?

Striker: Ah'm here to attend to the harvest festival. Stolas called me specifically.

Y/N: I see...

Striker: Ya know, kid, I can tell you're quite skilled. In fact, not many people have that the way you do.

Y/N: Thanks, I guess.

Blitzø: He's been through the most hellish training. He's a lot stronger than you think.

Striker: Oh, really? Is that so? Then, ah'm quite eager to see what you can do.

Y/N: You wanna fight me?

Striker: In a duel. Nothing more, nothing less. Just a friendly competition. I'm skilled, myself.

Y/N: *thinking* He isn't wrong. I can tell by looking at him he's a skilled bastard. This isn't going to be a cakewalk.

Loona: N/N? You okay?

Y/N: ... Yeah, I'm fine. And Striker? I accept your challenge.

Loona: What?

Striker: *chuckles maliciously* Excellent. Meet me out in the field. *walks away*

Loona: N/N, what the fuckshit are your thinking?

Y/N: Loonie, this guy is a lot more than we thought. You're right. There's something off about him. I've never felt anything malicious coming from any demon.

Loona: And this frightens you?

Y/N: ... Honestly? A little. But, look, whether I win or lose, we will learn something as he fights.

Loona: ...

Y/N: Hey, I'll be alright. I promise.

Loona: It's not that. I...

Y/N: Loona... It's okay. Just trust me. *kisses Loona's cheek* Okay?

Loona: ... *nods* Okay. Good luck. I have a feeling you're going to need it.

Y/N: Against him? ... Probably.

They both kissed one more time before he followed Striker into the field. Soon, everyone gathered around the field and watched as Y/N and Striker stared at each other.

Millie: Go, N/N! You can do it!

Moxxie: Yeah, come on! Kick his ass!

Loona: ...

Blitzø: Loonie? You okay?

Loona: *nods* Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just worried.

Blitzø: Hey, don't worry. N/N's never let us down before. Why would he, now?

Loona: Okay.

Y/N: ...

Striker: Hehehehehe.

Y/N: *thinking* Why am I sweating non-stop? This isn't like me. This guy... He's radiating a malicious aura. But, it's not just that. I'm sensing... Anger, hatred, and revenge. But, against what? ... Calm down, N/N. Don't let him get to your head. Just remember what you learned and you'll be fine. Okay. Here goes. *normal* Alright, Striker, is there something I need to know about this fight? Are we fighting to the death in mortal combat?

Striker: There are no rules in this fight. Just win or lose.

Y/N: Right. *thinking* This could work. The environment around me... I grew up in a place like this, once. Maybe I can use the environment to my advantage. But, I gotta be careful with him. Something tells me that he won't be leaving any openings. In that case... *gets in position*

Striker: Oh? Impressive. You're protecting yourself well. But, even though you're a hellhound, someone of your intellect can't hope to compete with me.

Y/N: Don't underestimate us hellhounds!

They both then rushed in and clashed their arms against each other. They then backed up and clashed again as they traded blows. As they continued, Y/N tried to hit Striker in the face, but Striker caught his fist and pulled him to behind him.

Striker: Gotcha!

Unfortunately, Y/N saw it coming and managed to reposition himself and caught his hand. Before Striker could try something else, Y/N kicked his feet to sweep him off the ground and punched him in the face, which caused him to be blown back. Striker recovered and rubbed his cheek.

Striker: Not bad, kiddo. You don't leave an opening.

Y/N: Same to you.

They then clashed again. When Striker hit Y/N, he was able to block it and swung his arms open, causing him to lose his balance. Y/N saw the opportunity and rapidly kicked Striker in the face before launching an uppercut and a solid punch to his chest.

Striker: Hehehehehehe.

He ran to Y/N and jumped and began to rapidly kick him, but he had his arms up and blocked him. Striker then landed on the ground and tried to land a solid punch on Y/N's face, but he saw it coming and leaped backwards and backflipped, causing him to kick Striker and knock him back. They both recovered and panted.

Striker: Impressive. You're better than all the others I've fought. Not bad for a hellhound.

Y/N: *thinking* Damnit! He's not playing around. If this keeps up, I'll have to use my powers to do this. But, if I do that, I'll give myself away. ... Wait... What if I can...

Striker: Come on, Y/N! Show me what a hellhound can do!

Y/N: *thinking* If that's what he wants, then I guess I don't have a choice.

He then pulled out a cloth he got from his mom and wrapped it around his eyes.

Loona: Wait, what is he doing?

Blitzø: This isn't a birthday party, N/N! There are no pinatas! What the hell is he doing?

Y/N: *thinking* Ignore what I see and hear. Alright, nose. Don't let me down.

Striker: *laughs* That's it? That's your move? You're gonna blindfold yourself? As if that'll make things better!

He rushed to Y/N, but when Y/N sniffed the air, he was able to see what was going on, despite the fact he was blind. He saw Striker jump up and launch a punch at Y/N, but to everyone's shock, Y/N caught it.

Striker: What the...? Whoa!

Y/N grabbed his arm and threw him to the ground behind him. Striker recovered and tried to hit Y/N, but Y/N dodged all of his attacks and landed a few of his own as he used his palm to hit Striker's face, then used his knee to hit his stomach, and then slammed his fist against his face and slammed him to the ground.

Striker: You little...!

Y/N was able to keep up the progress and pushed Striker back.

Blitzø: Go, N/N! Come on! Treat that bitch like he fucked your mom in the morning!

Loona: This is fucking beautiful.

As Blitzø continued to cheer for Y/N, Loona held her phone out and watched as she recorded everything.

Blitzø: Yeah! That's my boy! Go, N/N!

Y/N leaped and kicked Striker in the face and when he got to the ground, he spun in a perfect circle and launched an uppercut to his face before he spun around again and kicked him back.

Striker: Hah... Hah... Hah...

Y/N: ...

Striker: You're good, boy. But, not good enough!

Y/N: ... Is that what you think?

Before Striker could get him, Y/N used his elbow and hit Striker square in the nose and he yelled out in pain. Y/N then spun and kicked him to the left. He then used his tail to catch him and slam him to the ground. Before Striker could get up, Y/N grabbed his neck and held his fist back.

Striker: ...

Y/N: Yield!

Striker: ... Very well. I'm done.

Y/N lets go of Striker and removed the blindfold.

Y/N: You got the upper hand in Round 1. But, Round 2, I won.

Striker: A neat little trick you learned.

Y/N: Sorry, but I don't reveal my secrets to anyone.

Striker: Be that as it may, you're tough, despite being a kid. Why don't you use your talents to your benefit?

Y/N: That'd be selfish, Striker. I'm not as malicious and bad as you and I intend to keep it that way.

Striker: Hmph. Suit yourself.

Y/N: Now, if we're done here...

He then walked away and approached the others. When he did, Loona hugged him and Blitzø walked to him.

Blitzø: You really kicked his ass out there, N/N. Fantastic!

Y/N: Thanks, Blitzø.

Loona: I'll admit it. I was worried about you, but after seeing you fight out there, I guess I just lost it. I'm glad you're alright.

Y/N: *smiles* Thanks.

They both then kissed and Striker watched as he approached them.

Stolas: Well, with all of that said and done, it's time for the festival to begin! Come along, everyone! *walks away*

Octavia: ... Hey, N/N. You did good out there. Nice.

Y/N: Thanks, Via.

Everyone followed Stolas to the festival and Loona hugged Y/N's arm and Y/N smiled as he kissed Loona and she kissed back.