Eternal Melody

Chapter 909 My Beautiful Monster Part 10

LUCIFER

Lucifer's gaze fell on the stacks of papers in front of him, and staring at the numbers with a deep frown. They are spending too much on the entertainment company. He knew it wouldn't be an easy investment. But, these figures are dangerous. 'I shall have to dismiss some of these artists. Some of them aren't making any money at all .' Lucifer flicked towards another page and paused at a name.

Nagawa Akane. She seems to be one of the few promising individuals. If they continue to promote her, then they should make up for the loss. If she wasn't from the Nagawa family, he wouldn't hesitate. But he truly doesn't want to give those people anymore control than they have. He already knows that Nagawa Mira has the council's ear, and is taking charge of his branches abroad.

It would be too dangerous to give Nagawa Akane even more control. Especially since he knows how the Nagawa siblings are a puppets to their parents/grandmothers schemes. Still, he recalled what happened earlier on the day. One of his assistants received an application directly from one of the ones who have access to this manor. An application from Nagawa Akane.

Lucifer has no doubt that Nagawa Akane is aware what the truth of this job is really for. From the few times he has seen her, he has noted how sharp and cunning she is. She must know.

"Lucifer?" Sumire said, peeking through the door.

"I apologize for waking you "

Sumire shakes her head. "You need to sleep." She walked over to his desk and sighed seeing the paperwork. "Surely this can wait."

It probably can. But he doesn't want to risk their funds going in the red now. Unfortunately, the organisation runs on the greed of the members. The people he hired with the bribe of grand fortunes would leave. With Aki going on a rampage he will need all the support he can get.

Aki. Thinking of the man left a bitter taste in his mouth. The reason why that man stays by Sumire's side, why he supposedly saved her from the forest after he marked her. Lucifer understood it.

'That man is the same type as me and Sumire.'

Unfortunately it took him a long time to come to this conclusion otherwise he would have dealt with the man sooner.

"I have a bit more work left to do." Lucifer proceeded to turn to the papers again but she grabbed hold of his sleeve.

"Come join me in bed?"

Lucifer paused as he took in her appearance. While she wears traditional clothing during the day, she wears modern nightwear at night. 'I can't say I dislike her choice of clothes. Clothes that show her bare skin.' Clothes that show their matching marks.

He nodded and Sumire beamed happily as she led him to their bed.

He never knew how large this bed was until she came.

Sumire curled up next to him, and he was content with simply holding her.

However, his gaze fell on her attire again. It is a bit difficult with her wearing such clothes. Sumire suddenly giggled and he sighed.

"You must know what you're doing to me my heart."

Sumire nodded. "Mm, I can guess. But, I also know that your a gentleman. Or at least, I think you are."

A gentleman. Once upon a time, a long time ago, in another life. He would have agreed with those words. But now? After everything? After he has become a monster who feeds on the blood of others to survive? Lucifer is hovering over her, his lips on hers, his garments discarded in a flash.

It wasn't until she came here, where he started to feel emotions he thought he longed forgotten.

Fear.

Fear that she will remember and leave his side. Fear that he will no longer be able to feel this warmth again.

"Your being a bit rough today--"

"My apologies, my queen." Lucifer said as he parted his lips from her neck.

"When we are in bed, I'd like it if you used my name." Sumire trailed off. "You used it often before, right?"

Lucifer frowned. 'Is she starting to remember? Not good. I can't let my control slip.' He leaned over and bit the mark and sweet sounding moans passed her lips. Sumire looked at him with flushed cheeks. It only spurred his desire for her even more. With his lips still on her neck, he starts touching her in other places.

"Luc-Lucifer-I--I still don't--"

"I know my love. But, you must understand by now. I'll never harm you."

Sumire relaxed and he chuckled. "That's right my love. I want you to remember me. Remember how I feel inside you."

She extended her hands out and wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him closer. She is still trembling but she isn't as afraid as she was the first few times.

However, he isn't a brute. She clearly isn't ready for this yet. Reluctantly he slipped his clothes back on and Sumire looked at him puzzled.

"Your not going to err-"

Lucifer shakes his head and presses his lips on her forehead. "That is enough stimulation for tonight. I told you, we can take this at your own pace."

"Right." Sumire nodded. "I was in the library today. Me and Grace are getting along well. She's a good person."

Grace huh? He's never paid much attention to his librarian. She is the only one however who hasn't thrown themselves at him.

"I am glad you're making friends here."

"Also, I've been helping out in the kitchens."

"You have? There is no need for you to cook. There is a reason why we have servants."

"Yes but I enjoy cooking, and I want to make more meals for you."

Lucifer caresses her back and she sighed in content. "I do think I am getting used to things. But sometimes I feel useless."

"Why?"

"I want to help you with your work, but you won't let me."

At those words Lucifer paused. "I don't mind you helping with the paperwork."

Her eyes lit up. "Really?"

"Yes, I'll make arrangements."

It ought to be fine. He will make double copies of the documents, and just copy everything she writes. 'I can't risk anyone recognizing her hand writing.' The paperwork he is doing, is for the organisation. For the underworld. If anybody recognizes her hand writing. They may assume that Sumire has betrayed them.

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