Vincent X Ftm Reader From Dead Plate...I Need More Of Him I'm LOOSING IT

"I Used to Love You Actually..."

<- Brothers

(Thanks for this ask @r-u-n-e! It was so fun to write!)

It was just another day at the Demon Lord's castle. Just another tea party. And maybe it was because Luke wasn't there, that the topic of discussion grew that heavy.

Simeon was talking about a book he'd read recently. "It truly speaks of sadness of another kind. Not borne of death, war or illness. Simply of slowly losing love for something you once adored."

"Indeed. Falling out of a love is such a painful affair." Diavolo shakes his head, "My heart aches at the thought of it."

"Perhaps being the receipent is harder. Imagine waking up next to someone you've loved and known all this time, only for them to open their eyes and see that it's not the same." Solomon glanced at you. "They no longer look at you the way they used to."

"That would be terrible thing to see indeed." Barbatos poured some more tea into your half-empty cup. "Have you ever had such an experience, MC? To have loved and lost love for someone?"

You sipped from your cup slowly. There was no point in hiding it now anyway. You closed your eyes and answered, "Funny you should ask, because it was one of you, actually."

Who is it?

The silent question hung around in the air. Everyone had stopped moving, with their undivided gaze turned towards you.

It was You.

You simply opened your eyes, to look directly at the one you meant, smiling coyly. He understood.

You cast your eyes downwards and finish your tea accompanied by uncomfortable laughter and lingering pauses. You pretend to glance at the clock and get up to leave.

"It's getting late. I should go before the brothers come running. Thank you for having me."

Solomon

"Come, I'll walk you home." It's not an offer you are allowed to refuse. When have you ever been able to change his mind once it's made up?

"Sure." You accept. He slows himself down to keep pace with you, as he always does. He usually fills the silence with his many stories and questions. Tonight he has ony one.

"Have you ever felt the loss of something you never knew you had?", he stopped in his tracks abruptly. You looked up at him to see his pained smile. "It's not a very nice feeling."

"Not quite. But.." You fidgeted with something around your neck. You held up a vial shaped locket attached to your necklace. Something blue glistened inside.

"...I know what's like to almost lose myself to someone who didn't need me. I'd argue that's just as bad." You detached the vial from your necklace and handed it to him.

Solomon's eyes grew wide in disbelief. It was a face you rarely saw on him. "This is ..this is Liquid Time."

"Yes. The very same one which cursed you with immortality." You smiled, "I was planning to consume it. To keep you company."

"You were considering turning immortal...for me?" He clutched the vial as if it was your hand. With his head spinning in desperation , he stumbled towards you.

"I fell in love with you during my apprenticeship. You were always so kind, whimsical and full of knowledge. I wanted to spend a little more time with you. Not much just a millenia or two." You chuckled. Solomon's face flushed red.

"But I realised how foolish it was. I virtually know nothing about your past. You never trusted me enough to tell me. And besides you already have Asmo, Barbatos and now Simeon and more. Why did I think you're a little lonely just like me?" Your eyes burned and watered.

"Don't hold yourself accountable. I fell in and out of love with you, all on my own. I'm sorry. You can take that vial as my apology." You started walking ahead alone.

"Then would you drink it now if I asked you to?" Solomon held your wrist. "Would anything convince you to drink this?"

"If you really needed me in your life, I'd do it in a heartbeat." How cruel of him to ask such a thing. Love lingers long past it's death. Didn't he know that?

"Good. Because I don't know how to live a life without you anymore." He opened the vial and poured the liquid into his mouth.

Before you could make sense of what he was doing, you were pushed against a nearby tree, his mouth crashing against yours.

You tasted it all, the soft tremor of his lips and the icy cold Liquid Time flowing down your throat. He held onto you for dear life as he made you drink every last drop of it. "What a strange confession of love, Solomon."

Simeon

"I'd like to walk you home, MC." Simeon is already waiting for you at the door. He waits for you to finish putting on your coat, smiles as you make your way outside.

"The tea and sweets were most remarkable today, wouldn't you agree?" He initiated.

The silence between you two was usually comfortable, but not today. Today it was stifling, choking the sanity out of him.

"Indeed it was. Barbatos always outdoes himself." You agreed.

You saw him fidget with his gloves and fix his cape five times in a row and make it more crooked. Maybe you shouldn't have told him.

But there was no going back to unsay it. "Simeon." You called out and turned around. He looked so elated as he said, "Yes, MC?"

"I doubt I need to explain why I fell in love with you. Noone has been more gentle or sweet with me than you." You went ahead and straightened out his cape.

His smile disappeared, his eyes turning solemn. Your heart almost broke again seeing him like that. "But I'm a human, afterall. I couldn't possibly allow myself."

Did you even need to explain further? How Lilith's love for a human lead to her fall, and her demise? Surely, Simeon knew it better than you. He lived through it.

"Lilith's end was much happier than you think." It's as if he read your mind. "She died as a human, holding hands with the human she loved, surrounded by her children and grandchildren."

Simeon's smile was back. "Isn't that the most peaceful end one can have? I'd be the most blessed man alive, if my life ended like that. With you holding my hand."

You were still processing what he said when he took your hand and pulled you closer to him. He pressed a gentle kiss on your lips.

"Meeting someone like you was a miracle. And if by the same miracle, I turn into a human someday...I swear by my heart, I will make you fall for me again."

Diavolo

"I'd like you to stay over today, MC. There are certain things I need to discuss with you." Diavolo placed a hand over yours even as you were about to stand up. How typical of you, Diavolo.

Solomon and Simeon were bid goodbye and Barbatos refused your help when you tried cleaning up the plates and cups. He merely shook his head and pointed upwards, "Young Master is waiting for you, MC."

Diavolo stood at the top of the stairway, wordlessly extending his open hand for you to take. He smiled with eyes full of melancholy. You'd seen it so many times before.

"Let's take a walk around the castle, shall we? I'm sure there are things we missed out on showing you." What a juvenile excuse. But not altogether unbelievable, the castle was gigantic afterall. You chuckled.

It was almost endearing to watch him explain to you stories of the demons in the paintings and then say "Oh my bad, MC." when he realised you are already familiar with it.

He was biding time. You smelled the scent of your favourite Devildom dish from the kitchen. "I asked Barabtos to prepare your favourite for dinner tonight. I also have a gift I'd like to give you."

Or he was doing something even more ridiculous - trying to win back your love. You shook your head at him, overwhekmed.

"Diavolo, really, you need not do all this for a mere human like me. You're the Future King of Devildom. I'm not half as deserving of all this time and attention you always keep giving me."

That seemed to hit a nerve. His smile faltered as he squeezed your hand. "You should come see your gift first then."

He took you to the throne room, two seats gleamed under the lights instead of one. "Take a seat, MC." How could he be so persistent without raising his voice, you wonder.

You did as he asked. "Now, close your eyes." You obeyed him again. You felt something slightly heavy being put on your head. You touched it. Solid, metallic and engraved with patterns and jewels. A crown.

"Diavolo I couldn't possibly-" He shut you up with a kiss, urgent and manic. All your feelings bubbling over, you ended up wrapping your arms around him.

"If the only reservations you have against me, are our difference in blood and status, let me show you how I slay anyone who objects to you. You have been nothing but capable and worthy eversince you've arrived. Noone is more worthy to be mine."

Barbatos

"I have something to show you, MC. Could you stay a little longer?" Barabtos whispered to you at the door. His voice and proximity - your heart skipped a beat. You nodded.

You bid goodbye to the others and Diavolo excused himself for he had a mountain of paper work left to do. "Right this way, MC." He offered his arm. You took it.

How often is it that you get him like this? It's so rare to be just him and you, with no impending duties or rush. "It's nice to see you relaxed like this..." You said, leaning into his shoulder.

He smiled and lead you to his quarters. "Come take a seat." He offered and you sat down on his bed. "What is it you wanted to show me then? Is it in here somewhere?"

He kneeled on the floor before you and cupped your face, his gloves soft against your skin. "Yes it is. But before that I'd like to continue our discussion from teatime. Who was it MC? Who is it you loved?"

You tried to avert your gaze. "You know who it is. Don't pretend as if you don't know..." Barbatos merely shrugged. Such a tease. He wouldn't rest until he heard it from you.

"It's you...it was you from the beginning. Kind, gentle, talented and loyal to a fault. Secretly playful even. You are so perfect in every way, how could I not?" Your eyes glistened at how badly you wanted him.

"And I know it's stupid okay? I know you have your duties and sworn loyalties. You must be so tired each day. I would only burden you further...and a future between us is impossible..."

"Impossible you say? I'd beg to differ." He looked to his side, gesturing at a door. You followed his gaze and watched the door open. It took your eyes a minute to adjust to see the vision inside.

You gasped. "No way...it couldn't possibly be.." Barbatos took his place next you, holding you from behind, resting his chin on your shoulder. "Oh but it is. Look, it's our wedding day. And everyone's there to celebrate us."

"You look so happy..." You pointed at his face. He chuckled into your skin, spreading warmth in your heart. "I'm always that happy with you around. Now won't you renew your affection for me again?"

Simeon and Solomon: *chuckles*

Simeon: I shouldn't have asked Luke to wake them up.

Solomon: Oh come on. Let Luke have his fun. He's been waiting for this.

Luke: *snuggling against MC, sharing with their blanket*

Barbatos: *enters the room* What's taking you so lon— Oh. *smiles*

Simeon: Can the breakfast wait?

Barbatos: Absolutely. Young master can starve for a few minutes.

Solomon: That's bad. *chuckles*

Luke: *rubbing the drowsiness from his eyes*

Luke: I'm sorry for being late... MC won't wake up.

Diavolo: Oh? *amused face*

MC: I don't remember being woken up.

Simeon: I agree. Luke, I think you went straight ahead and sleep with them.

Luke: But I really tried...

MC: That's enough now. We're already late for school. Not that it matters because the demon prince is here.

Diavolo: *laughs* Is this power-tripping?

MC: Sure does. *laughs with him*

MC: Anyway, has anyone seen my phone?

Solomon: I think Barbatos is keeping it?

Barbatos: I have to. The brothers won't stop texting you, begging you to come back.

MC: *sigh* I'll come back to them after a year. That's the deal you have with them, right?

Luke: Just a year? I thought you will live with us permanently.

Diavolo: All hell will break loose if they do that.

Simeon: *laughs* Let's just enjoy this year together.

Pls .. . Dead plate 😔😔😔💔💔💔..

HAHAHAHA

Dead Plate isn't really my fixation anymore, but this made me laugh so, just for you!

I have always liked the idea that she does her best to look after everyone (often times running herself ragged in the process)

MC: *trying to make their way by feeling up the walls with their hands* *being careful for any bumps or cracks on the floor*

Cerberus: *watches them in confusion*

MC: *sigh* If there's only a way to know that I'm going the right way.

Cerberus: Ruff.

MC: ...

Cerberus: Ruff?

MC: Oh. Aren't you the dog earlier? Cerberus isn't? *slowly turns to where they heard him*

Cerberus: *comes closer to them* *letting them touch one of his heads*

MC: *sigh in relief* Thank goodness...

Cerberus: *growls* *then snorts*

MC: Is it okay if you guide me back to the hallway?

Cerberus: *grumbles as a response*

MC: *smiles* Thank you. I really appreciate your help—

Cerberus: *picking them up by the scruff of their shirt and throwing them on his back*

MC: *feels their heart dropped for a second, not until they felt his smooth fur*

Cerberus: *continues to grumble while he slowly walks*

MC: ...

MC: *soft chuckles* Thank you for your consideration, Cerberus.

Cerberus: *proudly raised his head*

Of course Catnap’s helmet is the only one with blinkers…it’s so they know when he’s sleeping while standing on the job-

He’s prone to the Eepy Disease

tighnari’s tail is something of a mystery. you’ve never seen it wag or droop, and you assumed that was because tighnari just didn’t feel strong enough emotions to have his tail respond in such a way. the most motion you’ve ever gotten out of it is when he jogs or sprints and it sways from the momentum of his run.

unbeknownst to you, tighnari’s tail wags violently when you’re not looking. it takes all of tighnari’s willpower and energy to stop it from moving when you’re around… it’s been hard keeping it a secret, especially since you’re in tighnari’s company so often.

oh, if only tighnari could tell you why his tail is so happy to see you.

Baby dragon 🐉

MC: Barb, let me take care of the baby and go to sleep.

Barbatos: Oh no, dear. You need to rest well after the pregnancy.

MC: It has been a few weeks.

Barbatos: Rest for nine months.

MC: Barb.

Barbatos: *cradling their baby*

Barbatos: Dada will take care of you while Mama gains their strength. *smiles*

MC: ...

Diavolo: *laughs* Is that why you're here to cover his shift?

MC: Yes.

Diavolo: I'm sure he's going to be mad once he found out.

MC: I told him I am on a vacation—

Barbatos: Dear. *standing behind them*

Diavolo: ...

MC: ...

Diavolo: I tried to stop them. They didn't listen.

MC: What the—

Barbatos: I believe you and I will need to talk. *smiling*

How does fluffy Lucario look after a bath? Does he become big ball of floof, or just a bit fuzzier?

decently puffy

MC: *being woken up by Cerberus*

Cerberus: Ruff! *stomping their bed with his front paws*

MC: Nn... Is it morning already?

Cerberus: *wags his tail* *gives them a boop on the cheek*

MC: *smiles* Thank you, Cerberus.

Cerberus: *shyly covers his face with his paw*

MC: *chuckles*

Lucifer: *cutting some firewood with an axe*

MC: *watching him*

MC: Aren't you bragging?

Lucifer: *looks at them and smiles*

Lucifer: This is how I got your answer before.

MC: Yes. And quite a foolish one.

*Lucifer has been staying with them for a few months now*

Lucifer: If you would only just tell me how I can make you fall in love with me again.

MC: ...

MC: Breakfast is ready. *then goes inside*

Lucifer: *smiles softly* You've never changed.

Lucifer: Cerberus, you can eat by yourself. Stop asking MC to feed you.

Cerberus: *grumbles*

MC: Cerberus, say ah~.

Cerberus: AAHHHHHHHH—*yawns*

MC: *chuckles* Oh, no. That is too much. *proceeds to feed him*

MC: And don't forget your medicine.

Cerberus: Ruff? *whines*

MC: It's for your bones, smart boy.

Lucifer: *feeling a bit jealous*

Cerberus: Ruuuuuff?

Lucifer: ...

MC: *starts laughing*

Lucifer: What did you say about me, Cerberus?

Cerberus: *doggy smile*

MC: *still laughing*

Lucifer: *frowns*

Lucifer: *helping MC fold the laundry* That dog. How dare he to call me an old man?

MC: It is true though.

Lucifer: *pouts* We don't age, MC. So it isn't.

MC: But you complain about your back sometimes. That is sign of old age.

Lucifer: ...

Lucifer: *sets the clothes down and moves closer to them* *rests his head on their shoulder*

MC: !!!

MC: Wh-What are you doing?

Lucifer: I feel tired, MC. I want to rest on you. Like I used to.

MC: ...

Cerberus: *hopping as he walks to the room* *stops*

Lucifer: ...

MC: ...

Cerberus: *gives them a knowing look*

Lucifer and MC: *both blushes*

MC: I-It's not what you think, Cerberus!

Lucifer: Cerberus! Get out!

Cerberus: *still looking at them as he walks out of the room*

MC: ...

Lucifer: I-I'll give him a scolding.