The birth of Lucy

After the flood, Lucifer and the rest go back and stay in hell, where they make their residence. while the other angels who joined and decided to stay with them have gone in and out of hell, as a lot of them didn't interfere with the progress this time; instead, they watched, helped, and assisted the evolution of humanity.

They didn't succumb to their desires and greed like the rest of the fallen angels.

During the time of peace and quiet, Lucifer, with the help of Beelzebub, has begun to experiment with soul's divinity.

"Beelzebub, is it possible to create a new life form in such a fraction of divinity?" Lucifer asked, curious and concerned.

"While the divinity of one of the creators is powerful, even in such a small amount, creating a life without the right recipe is likely impossible, Lucifer."

Beelzebub responded firm, calm, yet curious; thus, he asked back to Lucifer.

"But Lucifer, I'd like to ask, why are you eager to create? Does our Father personally command you with this task?"

"Huh? No. No. no... Father didn't order me anything; I am the one doing this with my own desire."

Lucifer was blank for a moment as he was wondering, until he snapped back and replied Beelzebub bluntly.

Beelzebub, who didn't pry or ask any more questions, just responded back.

"Ok..."

Then Lucifer once again responded and asked Beelzebub.

"Hey, Beel, if I had the recipe, would you be able to create a vessel that could reproduce?"

"..." Beelzebub didn't respond; instead, he became anxious and tense up.

Learning the recipe for creating life is one thing, but building one is another. For him to be part of it, this is not only blasphemy but also sin in the highest order of heaven.

Beelzebub sure can create a vessel, as he examined each of the human bodies they salvaged from the flood. From top to bottom, whether it's male or female, Beelzebub would be able to recreate a vessel.

But such a thing cannot be done, even if Beelzebub had the ability. As he needs permission to do such a sacrilege act from none other than God himself, their father.

Thus, Beelzebub asked, his voice stuttered as he was both scared and concerned.

"Lucifer. While I can recreate a vessel, but without father's orders, I think even I would like to refuse such a sacrilege act."

Lucifer, who was still thinking, had his ear twitching and shifted his vision towards Beelzebub, who was by his side. He gazed at him with such menace and killing intent, like his eyes instantly blazed into nothingness of anger.

"What did you say, Beelzebub? How dare you utter this is a sacrilege act? Who are you to say such thing? Do you even know who I am doing it for? Not even father has rights to say that. So, I would ask you again, if I have the recipe of creating life, would you be able to recreate a vessel too?"

Afraid and terrified, Beelzebub replied as he stutters.

"I-i-i-i can... so... just p-p-p-please Lucifer, don't destroy me."

Lucifer saw his terrified looks and sigh, then responded in a calm and cool manner.

"What are you scared of? You're my brother. Destroying you would be such a waste."

Lucifer put his arm around Beelzebub's shoulders and scrubbed his hair as he smiled.

Then...

"Besides, you should fix the question. It's not that we should need permission from our father, but why would we need permission?"

"Lucifer, you... you... are you trying to rebel?"

"Rebel? That's funny, Beel. What I am doing is recovering the very being I care about and admire the most—the only being that only a few know. I want to see her again, even by such a small chance."

Lucifer didn't look at Beelzebub, instead reminiscing about the good times he and Soul had that had now become memories. His voice is both calm and desolate, like a state of bleak and dismal emptiness.

"All I wish for is for my Lord to come back."

Beel saw Lucifer's genuine loneliness, made him gulp, and spoke perplexedly yet with admiration.

"Lucifer, if what we are about to do is not considered sin, then count me in! I'll create you a perfect replica that can hold, recreate, evolve, and go beyond all creation! All the divinity of our brother's divine essence and the human soul's divinity we took will exceed and go beyond anyone else!"

Lucifer delightedly smiled at Beelzebub, then gave him a smooth and amusing tone of voice.

"Then, allow me to thank you in advance, and I am looking forward to the replica you are about to build for me, Beel."

Then Beelzebub left, leaving Lucifer alone.

Lucifer, who is currently alone, has pulled out a book from his right palm as he opens his hand.

The book had a cover that was similar to a children's picture book. It has two stick drawings: one is a girl and one is a boy.

Then...

Lucifer opens it.

The book contains of Soul and Lucifer memories, in which it records everything.

Each page has a picture moving on its own, with different types of memories that have been carefully rearranged and recorded.

"Lady Soul, I assure you, I'll bring you back to the promise land."

As Lucifer spoke with loneliness and yet a bit of happiness, a lady from one of the pillars that was hiding in the shadow showed herself and walked towards Lucifer as she spoke.

"What is this? Still looking at you and Lady Soul's wonderful memories?"

Lucifer, who didn't turn to see that woman talking behind him, recognized the voice and immediately shut the book.

"Lilith, what are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be helping Mammon and Belphegor welcome our brothers and sisters?"

"What about you? Why are you here, alone, and looking devastated? Don't tell me. You love Lady Soul more than your Father, you creator?"

"!"

Lucifer snaps and immediately disappears from Lilith's vision, only to reappear in front of her, holding her neck, enraged and pissed off.

His vicious face gave Lilith the fright of her entire life!

"Watch what you wanted to say, Lilith. I could destroy you, right here, right now. Not even Lady Darkness, your creator, would be able to bring you back!"

Lilith was shocked and instantly regretted her statement and decision as she pleaded for Lucifer to free her.

"Look, Lucifer! I was joking! I am sorry, ok?!"

Lucifer didn't let go of her; instead, he gripped her neck harder and pulled her towards his face, close enough to gaze upon her as his veins popped up and his eyes blazed.

"Do I look like I am in the mood for jokes, Lilith? I've known the facts that you're not like Asherah, your older sister, and was jealous for being treated like nothing in heaven! You should be glad that I took you in my groups and let my brothers accept you! But let me remind you, Lilith... I am not a saint like my brother, Michael. I am Lucifer! There's only 1 being that can play with me! And that's not you! So don't ever, ever play with me!"

"I-i-i u-under...stand... S-so please... fo-forgive me!"

Her eyes tear up, her nose and mouth puke out, and her veins pop out as if trying to catch a breath.

Lucifer saw her struggle and threw her aside like trash.

"Hmph! You should be considered lucky, Lilith. If it wasn't because Lady Soul loved you as well, I would destroy you. But I won't until Lady Soul comes back; she must see her trusted handmaid."

Lilith, who is still struggling to catch air to breathe in, has spoken of her miserable state.

"Lucifer, Lady Soul has long gone! How would you be able to get here back if her Divinity continues to get divided and separated from the main vessel! We robbed Adam and Eve's bodies, but the remnant that has been left behind wasn't enough for her to get back, and you of all creation are well aware of it!"

"Lilith, Lady Soul is not dead nor long gone! Lady Soul is far more precious than any of her kin. Soul divinities are so sweet and unique that once released, they continue to grow even in such a small amount! I only need Adam and Eve's remnant and 777 human remnants of soul's divinity, including Seth and Cain's descendants. And with the power of my brother's divine essence that we collected from the flood, I could boost Lady Soul's divinities to such height!"

"You're crazy! You're using your own brothers' divine essence to boost Soul's divinity?! You've gone mad, Lucifer!"

"Mad? Crazy? Oh please... My father has tricked his own kin and sacrificed her. My sin is not greater than his. Besides, Father knows I am the only one capable of doing such a treacherous act out of all his children. I am sure Father wouldn't punish me over something he too will greatly appreciate."

Lucifer faintly smiled at Lilith, which made her bewildered to see his smile and calm yet delighted voice.

She gulped, trying to regain her strength, and spoke.

"Lucifer, why are you pushing yourself just to see Lady Soul again?"

Her voice is both frustrated and jealous. She never thought that Lucifer, the perfect angel and God's favorite son, would do anything for Soul to be revived again.

Her feelings of frustration and jealousy are all understandable, as Lilith had never received love until she met Soul and Lucifer. She was assigned to take care of Soul by her creator, Darkness. Lilith immediately felt delighted as Soul treated her with love that her creator couldn't give.

And thus, when she received the opportunity to become Adam's first partner, she felt disgusted and devastated to witness the very same Lord she admired and loved being reduced to an insignificant creature.

Lucifer replies with calmness, yet his eyes are filled with emptiness.

"Why can't I? I miss her. I miss her so much that I miss the love she always gives me!"

"!"

Lilith was startled by the eyes that Lucifer presented to her.

She looks away, bites her lips, and quivers in frustration.

"Why... Why... Why, I can't have you, Lu! Why she has to be my rival! Why! I hate you, Lady Soul! If only you just ignored me and never treated me with love... I wouldn't get hurt right now! Damn it! Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!"

Lilith's thoughts were filled with mixed feelings about whether she had the right to get jealous or whether she had the right to hate on someone who treated her with care. But it doesn't matter anymore as she screams!

"Damn it!!!! Why do you have to leave us, Lady Soul!!!? If only you didn't leave us! I wouldn't have suffered! I hate you, Milady!"

Then, as she looked at the blazing floor while ranting, Lilith lifted her head up with her eyes filled with tears!

And she cries out!

She continued to rant as she cried and let her frustration show by saying mean words without ill intent.

"I hate you! I hate you so much! But why did you leave us! Your favorites are suffering because of you! I hate you, Milady! So please! Come back already! I miss you too!!! I want to hear your voice again, Milady! Waahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!"

She hiccupped and tried to wipe her overflowing tears, but failed as they continued to flow.

Lucifer, who witnessed such a reaction from Lilith, has felt a bit happy to think he's not alone in missing their favorite Lord to serve with.

He walks towards Lilith, squats down, and pinches her cheeks to stop her sorrow.

"Would you shut up already? Somebody might hear you if you don't stop crying!"

"i'm Shu-ry! Ay-wel st-up!"

"I will bring Lady Soul... So stop crying! She'll come back! Because Beel and I are preparing to create a vessel!"

From that moment on, Lucifer let his hands off Lilith's cheeks.

Lilith, who still has tears in her eyes and snot on her nose, has spoken.

"Lucifer, if there's something I could help with, just tell me!"

"Then... I want your little sisters to lay low and stay in hell for the meantime."

"Eh? Why?"

"I want them to leave humanity alone for a couple thousand years. Let them enjoy the peace until then. I want no one on the surface. Can you do that for me, Lilith?"

"I can do that, but are you planning to shut the door of hell, too?"

"If someone defies my order, then I would, but if they don't, why would I need to?"

Lilith didn't question Lucifer anymore; instead, she calmly yet firmly replied to him.

"Alright, I'll have all my sisters stay here. But Lu, all my sisters are filled with desire. I hope you can satisfy them while staying here in hell."

"Their desire? No problem. I'll serve them in my best care, so don't worry. Just write it down; I'll read all of them later."

"You've said it. You better keep it, Lu."

"Of course..."

"Then, I'll take my leave. If you excuse me!"

From that moment on, after her last message, Lilith vanished into thin air.

Then Lucifer stood up and stretched his back, cracked his neck, stretched his hands, and then stretched his arms.

"Isn't it time for Mammon to get that book, The *Everlasting Soul* in Lord Death's domain?"

Lucifer pulled his pocket watch from his left pocket and opened it.

"5:30pm... It's already Golden time, and yet Mammon isn't here yet? I guess he's having a hard time cracking that gate."

A man's voice has been heard from one of the stone pillars that are near Lucifer.

"What do you mean by that, Lu?"

That man walked out of the shadow and went towards Lucifer.

It's Mammon!

"I guess I'm wrong?"

Lucifer smiled as he looked at Mammon, who appeared behind him.

"So how was it? Mammon, did you get the book?"

"Of course. Here—"

Then Mammon opens his hand, and a large book appears.

"Lord Soul's records... The Everlasting Soul."

Lucifer's eyes gleamed in excitement and delight as he ran off towards Mammon and hugged him.

"I knew I would be able to trust you! So... was Death Elder's daughter also in cahoots with us?"

"You mean, Elder Sister Lyxa? Of course. Since Lyxa was the one who guarded the gate, I was able to get hold of the book."

"Then, did you tell her to come here as soon as the job was done?"

"Of course. After I left, Elder Sister Lyxa followed. Right now, she's with Leviathan and the rest of our brothers."

"Excellent work, Mammon!"

Mammon smiled and felt delighted as he was praised by Lucifer for the work he had done.

"...Now, we shall wait for Satan once he has collected a few fruits from the Tree of Life inside the Garden and for Belphegor to convince Azathoth to create a small empty space. Once everything is set, we'll proceed with Project Genesis!"

Meanwhile, in heaven, where God, Death, Kaos, and Darkness are in the same room together.

Are looking at each other with an intense gaze without saying a single word...

Until God has spoken first,

"So... about our kids. I am sure you all are well aware of the things that our kids are doing behind us."

"Actually, I have a suggestion. I hope you all listen and respect it." Darkness said calmly.

"What is it, Sis?" Kaos asked.

"Since those children of you all, including mine as well, are the kids of our little sister's favorites, how about we ignore them for a while and let it bygones be bygones? There's no harm for us from them trying to see our little sister again. Let the kids do what they want, and we as parents, should step away for our babies to find their way and grow up a fine being."

"You're right. Being involved in everything is no longer parenting," God said.

Death and Kaos smiled as God agreed to the darkness.

"—besides, we can't continue to tautologize them for a long time."

"I agreed. Besides, seeing their proactive attitude is quite refreshing compared to the other Sons of God."

"What is that supposed to mean, Brother Kaos?"

"Nothing. Is just that one child of yours, Samael, if I am right... just launch a rebellion along with your other failures children, all because his favorite elder brother is living in hell, not long ago. Seriously... just what's up with your kids, God?"

God didn't answer for a few moments, but instead he kept silent until he sighed and scratched his head.

"You see, besides Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Lucifer, and his gang, no one else but my other children knows about what's happening, especially those who admire Lucifer, which a lot of them do."

"No wonder it causes a rebellion."

"You see, this is getting me a headache. A lot of children are starting to think that humans are significant creatures I created that I gave too much attention to, and I'm starting to forget about them! If it wasn't for Michael and Gabriel trying to calm them down, things would become a lot worse."

"Why don't you erase them?" Kaos bluntly answered God's question about his problem.

"Excuse me?" God was both shocked and bewildered as he heard Kaos ridiculous response.

"They're a failed creation of yours; if they're starting to rebel against your will, then erase me. Make an example!"

"I can't do that!"

"Ok. How about letting Michael do it for you."

"I don't think the kind, lenient, and gentle Michael would be able to destroy his own little brothers."

"I guess making Lucifer leave is a mistake, then?" Death said.

"Most likely. If Lucifer was here, everything would show obedience, and anyone who hesitated would disintegrate. That's why Lucifer and Michael haven't been separated for so long because of this purpose I designed in them."

"But since we made Lucifer do that, are you telling me that we're to blame?" Darkness said.

"Haizzzz..." God sighs and responds as if he is fed up.

"Yes, and no. Lucifer chose this path. Even though we didn't let him do that, I am sure he likely volunteered for it. So either way, it's not his problems anymore. Getting this problem and burden was the least of the gifts I could offer for him."

With a soft voice, he faintly smiled.

Death, Kaos, and Darkness saw his reaction and smiled secretly.

"Anyway... Let's stop with the drama. I'd like to hear your opinion about this. Shall I provide them some of my dark matter?"

"Well, that's one of the main ingredients for creating a vessel, so you should, sis," God said.

"Wait! But do it like they didn't know that you gave them literally."

"You mean, act like I don't know anything that they stole? Is that what it is, like you all did?"

"Exactly! Giving them dark matter right now would make them think that we know what they are doing."

"Alright... But, I'll have you know, I don't have a keepsake or a place that I could leave my things, like you all have. Just like our little sister, I am a mess, too."

"Then why don't you use Asherah, your creation?" Kaos spoke as he suggested.

"What?! My assistant? Why does she have to?" God was surprised, as if he hadn't expected that Asherah would come up in this meeting.

"Oi, oi, God. I know you care about Asherah and all, but relax. We aren't using her to do something stupid, so relax. Your wife will be fine. hehehe..." Kaos spoke and joked around to God as he giggled.

"Wife? She's just a secretary that my sister gave to me. Stop joking around, Brother Kaos."

"My bad... hehehe...!"

"Since Asherah is not going to be in danger, I am ok with it." God said, firmly agreeing with everyone.

"Asherah is my creation; I am supposed to have all the rights to how I use her. Why do I get the feeling Asherah isn't my property anymore?" she thought while listening to their conversation while being bewildered and confused.

But Darkness immediately ignored it and stood up.

"Since you're ok with it, I'll talk to Asherah right now. The rest will be yours, God."

"Ok~ I'll start rumors using Gabriel. I am sure Angel radio will reach Lucifer's ears."

"That's good, then. Well, then, I'll take my leave."

Then Darkness has disappeared!

"Ok, now I'll have to go as well. I'll have to talk to Azathoth."

And Kaos has disappeared as well.

As Kaos left, Death spoke.

"I'll have to see Lyxa in hell and tell her to come back to her office."

"Your daughter? Don't tell me she follows them, too?"

"Giving Lyxa is also one of Soul's favorite kids; I am sure she won't hesitate to join with them."

"I can't argue with that. To be honest, I am quite surprised that Azathoth and Michael haven't made their moves yet, given that they are also one of Soul's beloved children."

"They will. Anyway, since we already know that the book has already been stolen, I guess it's in good hands right now."

"Yeah..."

"Anyway, I'll leave now; I have to fetch my daughter and bring her back."

God simply waved his hand, and at that moment, Death left, leaving God alone in the room.

Meanwhile, back in Hell.

In the 1st Era, after 7777 years... Lucifer has finally successfully made a perfect vessel for Soul's remnants to evolve and stay.

However, as soon as he put all the divinity inside of it.

There's one thing he didn't expect: a flaw. That broke his heart, even though he doesn't have one.

It has no memories. Not a single thing has Soul memories in it.

"No, it can't be!"

Making Lucifer devastated and broken.