"Something disturbs you," Lucifer observes as he rises from his chair, one hand in his pocket, the other gripping the wineglass by the rim. His eyebrows knit together as he looks at me with concern.

"That easy to see my burdens."

Lucifer smirks, "You are brooding more than normal."

He chuckles as I shoot him a glare. "Oh, hush."

Lucifer walks towards me as his eyes draw me in. He then takes his hand from his pocket and captures the back of my neck. My eyes flutter close expecting a kiss. Instead, I feel his lips on my forehead. "Come, I know just how to make you feel better." His hand drops to mine as he draws me out of the living room and into a hallway. We take a few turns and step through a door. I recognize it as his room. He tugs me in, and we stroll through another door into an enormous bathroom. A huge tub is already filling up with water and bubbles. My eyes widen at the scene. The lights are dim and candles lit and placed around the area. Soft music plays in the background and the smell of Lavender comforts my senses. My shoulders relax.

"I'll give you a few minutes to get undressed and comfortable." With that, Lucifer leaves the room.

I breathe in before peeling my dress from my body. I then walk to the bathtub that is now almost full of water and bubbles, I dip a toe to test the water and a light smile graces my lips at the steaming hot water. I climb into the tub as the heated water itches my skin until I get used to it. I let my body sink in until only my head and neck are visible as I lean against the tub. A moment goes by before Lucifer steps in.

I blush, realizing I'm naked, with only bubbles shielding my body from his eyes. He pulls up a chair behind me and rolls up his sleeves. I turn my head and watch him. He then takes a brush and runs it through my hair. A light chuckle leaves my lips.

"The irony of the devil brushing my hair while I soak in his bath tub." I whisper,, and my smile widens as I hear his deep chuckle.

Humans would die in shock. The big sinful man is comforting me, taking care of me.

"Only for you," He murmurs in my ear, and I shiver at the loving tone in his voice. "Are you ready to tell me what troubles you?" Lucifer whispers again as he drags the brush.

"I got some news," I whisper as I look down into the bath water as if I could find some type of script to instruct me what to answer. "I don't know how to handle it, and I don't know how or if I'm ready to say it, let alone face it." My voice cracks, Lucifer moves to where he is sitting in front of me. He lifts my chin to where I am staring into his concerned filled eyes.

"I wish I could fix it for you," Lucifer cups my cheek and I lean into his hand, "But I can be your escape. You can always come here when you need to." I sigh at his words, knowing that this would be the last time I came back.

"I'm ready to get out," I whisper as I look aside from him. He nods as his eyes seem to turn guarded. He hands me a towel and another black gown. I raise my eyebrows at the fabric, but he just turns and walks away. I dry off and put the dress on, long black with a slit up to the knee. I walk out into the living room and see Lucifer staring at me intensely. Biting my lip as we stare at each other. I don't know what to say, even as my heart breaks, he still takes my breath away. Suddenly, it seems he lost whatever power he had over himself as he rushes to me, cupping my face with both palms. His lips meet mine with so much force I back into the wall. I gasp, and he deepens the kiss.

Desperation.

I was suffocating on the emotion he put into the kiss, my hands fumble up to his neck as I pull him closer to me. He breaks the kiss and starts to kiss down my neck, then his arms move down around my knees, and he swiftly picks me up and pins my body between him and the wall. He moves his thigh between mine and I groan as it presses against my sensitive spot. His lips find mine again, drinking in my moan as his own. My fingers fumble on his shirt buttons and I snatch his shirt off. I run my palms up his muscled arms, to his hard, broad shoulders. My body heats at the feeling of his shoulders under my fingertips. I glide my palms down his chest, hard pecs tense at my fingertips.

I break the kiss and look into his eyes, we are at eye level. His eyes are clouded with lust. "We can't do this anymore," I whisper weakly, the lust bussing in my head.

"Shut up," He growls as he rolls his eyes and slams his lips back to mine. Too drunk off our emotions, I don't fight him. He carries my body from the wall and onto the bed, never once breaking the kiss. I moan into his lips as his hands roam my body. He skims his palm over my breast and I arch my back in response. His hand continues down, and I break the kiss again and look into his eyes, he moves his hands to where he is supporting his weight on his arms as he hovers over me.

"If we continue, I won't be able to stop myself," Lucifer whispers, and I nod as I push against his chest. He gets off me and pulls me up with him as he sighs.

I shake my head and turn to leave. "I have to go, we have to avoid seeing each other," I whisper as I pass by him.

Lucifer grabs my arm quickly, making me turn towards him. "You are running away again, every lifetime you run. Why are you so self-destructive, my love."

My eyes connect with his, and I shake my head. "No. The first time I stayed, I begged that man to love me. He killed me. The second time I left, so he could get better so that he would love me, I died. The third I made the mistake of always being right under his nose and both of us perished." I draw a sharp breath as I look into those rich red eyes. "I love you Lucifer, I'm destroying myself so that I can protect you."

I yank my arm from his grasp as I take a step back, maintaining eye contact. "I love you with everything in me, including the darkness. The dark in me loves you. She grows stronger every minute I am with you. If I lose you, I will lose control and turn this galaxy inside out. I can't let that happen, so for now, I will protect you the only way I know how, and that is to run from you," I breathe out as he smirks at my speeches.

"But I love chaos."

I roll my eyes at his words, "No, you like controlled chaos, I don't think you could control me if I lost my mind. Everyone seems to fear me." I hesitate as I consider of how we even came to be a lie. I was a spy. they sent here me to gain his trust, just to kill him when he least expected it. He still doesn't know about that. "You deserve better," I explain as I drop my head in shame.

"Thana I love-"

"Don't," I warn, "Don't be stupid and say you love me." I meet his eyes with determination, and he smirks as he takes a step towards me.

"I consider myself a very intelligent man, but for you," He nods as a grin takes over his features. "I'd be ludicrous for."

I shake my head, knowing I needed to confess him the truth. Maybe then he would understand. Lucifer crosses his arms as he leans against the bed, looking at me expectantly like he knew I was about to try to talk him into letting him go.

"Lucifer, I have to tell you something," I lick my lips hesitantly. "When we first met, I came here because the archangels told me I needed to gain your trust." My words end in a whisper, but Lucifer's look never changes. He looks at me with love and admiration before chuckling.

"I know," My eyes widen at the confession.

I hug myself, suddenly feeling very vulnerable and confused, "What,"

Lucifer shrugs, "People normally don't stop by. I figured you were a spy of some sort. Originally, I planned to string you along." Lucifer confesses before giving me a look, followed by a snicker. "But I guess we both fell for each other in the process."

I cross my arms and shake my head at the stubborn man. "That doesn't change the fact you deserve-"

"You," He interrupts as he takes another step towards me and cups my cheek gently. "I deserve you, my angel."

I bite my lip and a dry chuckle escapes my lips. "That's the thing I'm not an angel," I hesitate for a moment before letting the words fall from my mouth. "I'm a goddess." Guess if I'm spilling the tea, might as well spill all of it.

A look of surprise crosses Lucifer's face. He then takes my hand and kisses the back of my palm. "Stunning."

I blush at his remarks and shake my head. "You aren't making this any easier, Lucifer, you know I can't be with you."

He raises a brow at me, almost challenging. "I think maybe you should try something different. Instead of pushing everyone away, maybe just let me help you," Lucifer states as he hooks an arm around my waist and brings me flush against him. "I'm not one of your weak past mates, I can and will protect you."

My eyes dart to his lips and nod, distracted. "Are you certain?" I whisper, not taking my eyes from his lips.

Without another word, his lips connect with mine as if to seal the deal.

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