Spiritual warfare, chapter 4.

My soul has been sold

A story I had told,

My life you have taken hold.

What is this that I see

A reaper standing over me,

Oh how I wish I could flee.

My body grows numb

I shouldn't have been so dumb,

I knew Death would come.

My life has run out of my soul

I never fulfilled my goal,

Now I'm going straight to sheol.

Why can't you spare me another year

Hell is exactly what I fear,

My eyes close as I shed my last tear. 

A spiritual warfare started as President Valac battled for Juzo's life. Prince Tharin was appearing to win as he sucked Juzo's life away using a death curse. The Malaria parasite was being used as a catalyst for Tharin's curse. Even without his mirror, Tharin still had power over Juzo as he tortured the boy. Juzo was immediately rushed to an imperial base, his parents were very concerned. The hospital on the base was the best in Jazan, it always served the ruling families. His mother Princess Myra had joined him in the ambulance ride.

The paramedics did their best, but Juzo's seizures grew more violent. His chances of survival dwindled with each passing second. On top of the seizures Juzo's body temperature began to rise dangerously high. Ice packs were applied to him as they frantically tried to save his life. Until Juzo's heart stopped, Myra grew hysterical seeing that. "Clear," A man said as he used a defibrillator on Juzo. After several attempts his heart began beat again. As they entered the forward operating base, an unseen darkness eclipsed the lands of Jazan. 

When Juzo's heart stopped, in those few seconds, he was taken away. An ancient god of death did this, he planned on testing the boy. Where he was brought to there was no time, there was only the present. Juzo was about to face everything Prince Tharin inflicted upon him. The trial of Anubis was about to begin, Juzo slowly opened his eyes. As he woke he felt pain in his muscles, he looked sick and pale. As his eyes adjusted he saw the hot sun above. 

The air he breathed in was very dry and hot. Everything he felt here was all the inflictions he was cursed with. Such as his dangerously high body temperature. This was reflected in the sun’s heat. The dry hot air was what it felt to breathe, but this wasn't all he felt. Juzo felt weak in his muscles and joints, he was in so much pain too. If this was hell, it certainly felt like it without question.

Juzo looked all around Himself, but all he saw was sand. It was some barren desert looking terrain. Juzo didn’t know he was being watched. He wiped the sweat from his face before a fit of coughing started. "This can't be real... It's so hot. I want to wake up now." 

The Jackal headed god revealed himself, he appeared through Juzo's astral senses. The boy froze immediately seeing the entity standing before him. There was no doubt in Juzo's mind that he was facing a powerful god. It's ancient Egyptian head dress was black and gold. The Jackal head was dark and very intimidating. The humanoid body was dark as well and very fit. Anubis looked very tall and imposing compared to Juzo. Juzo felt his presence as an ancient energy filled the area. He didn't know who it was, but he knew the god was Egyptian. Sahrailia's Egypt is called: Gerdia. The entire continent is made of all Earth's middle eastern states. They are all united under the rule of the jinn King Darius.

The god spoke breaking the silence, he explained what happened to Juzo. "I am Anubis, the god of the underworld. Think of me as being similar to a messenger in a way... Juzo you are on the brink of death. In fact you have, but one hour to live... You truly have no idea how special you are boy. But your enemies do, Tharin. He's a high ranked demon seeking to destroy you. You who bare the mark of the next chosen king of the Shidehara throne." 

What the heck is he own about? I was just about to play video games with my new best friend. Juzo thought as he looked down unsure what to say. He did not want to anger a god with his disbelief. "How am I on the brink of death? Also I don't understand anything about this mark."

"You will find out about your birthright in due time. However, I will only reveal what is currently happening to you. Everything you feel here in this desert is every symptom the demon Tharin gave you." Anubis said as he summoned a large black orb, it floated before Juzo. 

It moved like a liquid as Juzo gazed towards it. He began to see himself and his mother. Juzo watched as he was rushed inside the hospital. His mother cried fearing that she would lose her son today. The entire base went on full lock down, all civilians were told to leave. The announcement was in Japanese, after the civilians were gone. The gates were sealed off immediately. All security measures were increased to maximum, and an actual samurai was assigned to Juzo.

The samurai was there to lay his life down should an attack occur. His mission was to do everything in his power to protect Juzo, even to the death. He watched a safe distance away so the medical team could run several test. A tear rolled down Juzo's face as he saw the doctor barking orders. Juzo didn't look good as he remained unconscious, he was mumbling something in Japanese. It was something incoherent, he wasn't making any sense at all.

"Prince Tharin gave you Malaria, a deadly parasite transferred by mosquitos bites. The demon Prince Tharin has weakened you significantly. You will die at just Thirteen years of age. Unless, you're willing to fight back. The time of being a pacifist is over." Anubis said explaining what Juzo was watching unfold.

Through the black sphere, Juzo now saw his father. Lord Lysias, a demon ranked as a noble. Juzo never saw his father look so defeated before. He sat in his office and bashed his fist down on his desk. Lysias struggled not to cry, it was hard for him. Seeing Juzo's seizures and feeling how hot he was, it scared him. He got up and left to find Ren and Zeki.

Even Zeki looked beaten up over what happened, he just stared towards his breakfast. He couldn't eat as he thought about losing a friend. Zeki didn't want to be alone again, that was his fear. He just made a friend and a few minutes later his friend was dying. Zeki's green eyes were glowing, but he didn't know what to do. Shock was setting in for everyone close to Juzo.

Ren like always couldn't control himself as he lashed out. He played it safe and punched a wall releasing some anger. But he busted his knuckle and cried out in pain holding it close. He thought his brother was poisoned, that was the fear two days ago. It was unclear exactly what happened to Juzo.

"I can't take it... P-please stop it." Juzo said as he dropped to his knees in the sand. His tears mixed with his sweat seeing his family looking so worried. 

But Anubis continued, he showed Juzo what he needed to see. The boy trembled as he saw Tharin, the demon sat on his throne. He appeared to be enjoying Juzo's suffering. Tharin even inflicted more symptoms upon Juzo. Severe abdominal pain began to take effect. Juzo immediately cried out holding his stomach. The agony wouldn't stop, there was no mercy.

Juzo literally felt like someone was beating him to death. The pain wouldn't stop no matter how much Juzo begged. "Prince Tharin is an old enemy of Lysias' he is currently vying for power in hell. He wishes to one day usurp Satan's throne as grand emperor. To send a message to Satan he attacked you, the son of Lysias. Lysias is a son of Satan's making you and Ren very special cambions. Hybrids between human and demon in other words."

"That is all I will provide you with for now. So I will help you by leading you towards  another spirit. Valac is doing his best to help you, you owe him your gratitude. Now, the other spirit is near the sand dunes. His trial will test your true strength, head straight if you wish to live. Or you can remain here with me and die. Will you attempt this trial? It will not be easy, but you will earn a powerful friend." Anubis said giving Juzo the choice to earn his life. 

This was not an easy task, Juzo was already suffering. Juzo forced himself up holding his stomach as he cried. "I'll do it for my f-family." Juzo said, he then walked straight towards the dunes. They were so far away, at least several miles or so across this hot sandy terrain. Anubis stroked his chin as Juzo past him, he vanished leaving Juzo alone. 

Juzo could feel the heat of the sand blistering his feet as he walked. The spirit he was about to face watched him. The entity was there with Juzo the entire time, as Juzo faced the trial he was given strength. Juzo kept walking drawing further and further away from where he was. The more Juzo walked the more Tharin tormented him, he now caused burning rashes to form. They spread around Juzo's genitalia, it burned painfully with each step he took. 

"I hate everything, why do I have to suffer? Why couldn't I be normal?" Juzo asked as he wiped his sweaty face with his shirt. The burning in his groin didn't let up, pure agony was what Juzo felt.

Approximately thirty minutes later, Juzo stopped. His breathing became rapid along with his heart which was beating fast. His feet were killing him, each step he winced in pain from the blisters. He felt so sick to his stomach now on top of everything else. The rash got worse burning his private up. But His burning feet was constant and the blistering made it even worse. But the sand dunes were so close yet so far away as Juzo collapsed. He feet no longer wanted to work, his body was breaking down.

Juzo realized how close he was and he continued the trial by crawling. The sand dunes surrounded him now but he stopped again. Juzo laid face first in the sand clawing at the sand. He sighed as he laid there unable to advance, he was defeated. "I can't... Do it... I'm too tired. Forgive me... Anubis."

A trumpet went off out of nowhere, Juzo barely was able to raise his head up. He could hardly see the numerous humanoid entites approaching him. Then another trumpet sounded and Juzo struggled to get up. The trumpets were so loud and intense, but each trumpet blast empowered Juzo. It gave him strength as an aggressive energy filled the area. All of this marked the entrance of a powerful and infamous demon king. A final trumpet sounded and the entites began playing music.

The great orchestra of spirits played music in honor of King Paimon. Everyone here was dressed in fine clothing, their king will expect no less. He is a prideful king and he will not have his servants dressed like peasants. I can't believe what I'm witnessing, it's so awesome. I still feel so exhausted though. But I guess I did it? Juzo thought to himself as he was given a hell of a show.

Then the music stopped, everyone began clearing the way. A red carpet was then rolled out towards Juzo. His eyes grew big seeing the camel and it's rider. The camel was a dromedary decked out in valuable merchandise. Juzo saw the gold mat resting on it's back, he could see a seal of the demon king.

Riding the dromedary was a young king resembling a middle eastern man. His eyes were pillars of fire and his presence was great and powerful. This demon emanated royalty and pride as a king of hell, he is most loyal to Lucifer Amaimon. Juzo felt so inferior as the king approached him, yet he was drawn to him.

"I am here, listen to what I have to say. I've seen you before, I know that face. You want answers, you need me. I offer my service, you need to respect me. You need to stand in front of me. You are my disciple, you are my friend." The jinn king said as Juzo stared towards him, the boy immediately went to the king.

Juzo was given an astral sword, it was black, the blade was lit with fire. Juzo accepted the weapon and faced the king. "I accept your help, what should I call you my king?" Juzo said, he could feel something like flames coursing through his body. It was a very powerful feeling, this was King Paimon's power.

"I am king Paimon, now I will save your life. But you must summon me once you return home. There we shall talk more, you used a great deal of your life force. Now you must rest." King Paimon said before he waved his hand before Juzo's face. Everything slowly turned into darkness. 

Juzo was sent back into his body holding the astral sword within himself. King Paimon entered Juzo's body and Tharin's power was destroyed. A great healing came to Juzo from a very powerful friend. Prince Tharin no longer could harm Juzo unless he faced him in Sahrailia. But to do that he would have to occupy a body. For the time being Juzo might be safe. His family was all there with him including Zeki. They were with Juzo in what everyone thought was his last few minutes alive. 

A daemonic threat, Chapter 3

"The attack yesterday in Jazan's castle Luna's Gate have many wondering. Is the terrorist organisation, The Hand of God involved? Reports are also surfacing that Prince Ukita Moroharu has been arrested this morning. There are links tying him with Imperial Commander Asato Kane, the gunman identified this morning by police." A news lady said from the television playing in the background as Zeki got dressed in the bathroom. "It is unclear at the moment whether The Hand of God was involved. Yesterday they took credit for the recent mass shooting. Over four hundred civilians were killed just last week."

Zeki gazed towards the mirror as the steam from his shower died down. His naked reflection stared back towards him as he thought about yesterday. Zeki could see memories of yesterday's attack playing in his mind.  It was somewhat blurred by adrenaline and panic.

When he summoned a magical barrier against special ammunition it took it's toll. He rubbed his aching arms feeling like he had a rough workout yesterday. The shield he summoned had left him drained completely. Zeki didn't know that he had past out yesterday. Everyone was worried to death about him, he was in a coma like state.

Zeki's eyes started glowing with power, he knew this meant another attack was imminent. He was lost in his thoughts now as he worried about the two brothers. I don't know how the shield stopped the bullets, he used military grade bullets. Those are designed to deal with magic users like me. This situation escalated beyond control. Another attack is coming, I pray my body can withstand another magic barrier. Zeki thought to himself as he started getting dressed, he picked a nice regular outfit to wear. 

Zeki couldn't shake the thought, some other force was involved here. He shook his head and left the bathroom, his hair still dripping wet. As Zeki watched the news he dried his long dark hair with a towel. He watched the news played a clip of him, he saw the shield stop the bullets. The camera zoomed in on the bullets to show the viewers that it was legit. As it zoomed in Zeki saw a boy next to Juzo. It was odd because he could barely see him, the boy had curly blonde hair and blue eyes. He could faintly see two white angelic wings behind the boy.

But the camera immediately switched and the young boy was gone. Zeki figured it was just a glitch, his eyes darted towards a pillow on his bed. That's where he kept a licensed handgun. "It'd be a different story if I brought you along." Zeki said to himself, he wondered what chance he had against an imperial commander. 

He could feel the training he went through in school to earn that gun. He went to a special school before coming to help Juzo. A school where they train students basic combat skills. It was hell, but he came out with an ID locked gun and a shield he could summon. He was always safe and careful with the weapon treating it with care. It only activates by his hand when holding it.

As Zeki fantasized about playing hero he jumped at the sound of someone knocking. His green eyes glanced towards the door. "Who is it?" Zeki asked as he tossed his towel on the bed. It landed on one of three boxes he had to unpack still, it was just some old books.

"It’s me Juzo. Thank god you're awake now, can we talk?" Juzo asked as he stood outside the door bitting his lip. He scratched his head as he waited for Zeki to open the door. As Zeki opened the door he watched as Juzo bowed his head down suddenly. He saw Juzo's blonde hair dangling against his face.

Juzo closed his eyes as he spoke, he could see flashes from yesterday's attack playing in his mind. He saw the man's gun aimed right at them, even his cold remorseless face as he pulled the trigger. "I-I'm sorry for selfishly placing you in harms way. P-please forgive me, I won't put you in danger anymore. I'm asking you to leave me to whatever fate has in store. Save yourself, this escalated out of control." 

Zeki scratched the back of his neck as he looked away from Juzo. Man he was actually that concerned about me. Zeki thought to himself as he faced Juzo again, he put his hand on Juzo's shoulder and said. "We're alive aren't we? I mean we all kinda miscalculated the situation, but I'm still willing to help. You need a shield, without me you and Ren would be dead now."

Juzo straightened himself up and faced Zeki, Zeki's cheeks turned a little red. I don't understand how he can continue helping me, does he have a death wish? Juzo thought to himself as Zeki stood there still willing to help. "B-but, why? Are you crazy, these people want me dead. Their using military grade weapons designed to pierced magical barriers, this is insane bro. I don't know what you did, but it worked this time. What if next time it doesn't work? This was just luck."

Geeze he's so stubborn, I really want to help you Juzo. But you gotta trust me dude. Zeki thought as he pulled his hand away. "Dude don't jinx me. I know about this ammo, but I have a feeling that something is watching over us. Who or what I don't know, but I definitely felt a presence back there. I know you felt it as well. I'm determined to help you and figure out who this spirit is as well."

Juzo didn't want to remember that feeling at all, it was freaky sensing that dark energy. It covered him like a blanket of warm darkness, he felt something else too. "I'd rather not know who or what it is. Ghost are freaky... I'll let you do whatever you want Zeki, I won't stop you. If your fine with this then do you want to hangout together? My brother left with my dad and I'm bored since Izaya and Lily are at school now."

"Hell yeah, you wouldn't mind helping me put a few things away would you? It's just some old books my father left me, he said they would be helpful. Afterwards we can play a game or watch a movie.  Or find something else to do." Zeki said as he opened the door letting Juzo inside his room. He closed the door behind Juzo and walked over to his bed.

As Juzo entered he could hear the news lady talking. She was discussing police brutality in the west as well as a rise in racism and hate. Zeki lowered the volume as he looked at all the dusty books. Juzo liked what Zeki did to the room, the things he brought looked cool. This room looks so nice and comfortable, and he has the next generation game console. Juzo thought to himself as he looked around, it was stuff any kid would like. "Wow, you really changed the room. It's nice Zeki, your bed is big and I like the red color."

"It's comfortable to, here's some boxes I used to gather my father's magic books. He said we would find them useful whatever that means, he was being very weird about it. I think there's some weird grimoire about demons and the primordial god of chaos and darkness." Zeki said as he took a box full of heavy old books, some looked dusty as if nobody read them for awhile. He carried them over to the bookshelf which was near the T.V.

Juzo picked up the last two boxes stacked full of books, it was heavy but Juzo could handle this. He set them down next to Zeki, as Juzo opened the boxes he could see the old books inside. "I like old books like these, but I've never seen these before to be honest. Your father is cool Zeki, maybe they have something to do with what we felt yesterday. This is weird." 

They both began filling the bookshelf together, Zeki gave Juzo's question a thought as he worked the bottom shelf. "Yes that's what I was thinking. It is odd, he is psychic like you so he probably knew what would happen. I'll have to ask when I get a chance, I just got up not too long ago so I didn't get to call him yet."

"These are magic books aren't they? I like reading them, I read one about chaos and apocalypse magic. I like those even though they're scary." Juzo said as he finished a box already, he started his last box working quick. 

They both worked quickly together filling up the bookshelf neatly. Zeki thought it was odd Juzo was into higher tier magic like that. "My father is a bit of a collector of grimoires. So you've read some interesting ones? I only read about shielding and firebolt. Firebolt is a plasma like attack that produces electric shock as well, it warps and weakend metal. And you saw the shielding in action."

"I was told I'm weird, I can't do magic. I think firebolt sounds cool though. It also sounds deadly and destructive, I like those spells. The magic I like is that of a demon lord's, like my father's magic. It's very destructive and he can total lose control over himself. That's why he is the lord of wrath a destructive sin where you lose control, it's pure chaos." Juzo said, he was clearly fond of the chaos, it always intrigued him how complex magic can be. It can be helpful and destructive, healing and killing, light and dark, and so many other things all wrapped in one.

Zeki looked up towards Juzo, he could see the twinkle in his eyes. He never would've imagined Juzo had such interest in magic. "I'd offer to teach you, but I guess that wouldn't work. I bet you just haven't awakened yet. You should try it again. I can try to teach you firebolt if you want, it's difficult but I think you'll get it if you have even a little magic." 

"I've tried many times using easy spells, but nothing. I imagine I would be pretty good, but no. I have all this knowledge and I've read many grimoires over and over, it doesn't matter. I just can't do it." Juzo said as he placed the last heavy grimoire on the top shelf, he was now done as Zeki was finishing his.

Suddenly the grimoire up on the top shelf actually jumped out. It hit Zeki right on the head causing him to cry out in agony. The black grimoire opened on the floor to a page discussing a great and mighty president of hell, Valac. It showed an artistic depiction of an angelically winged boy with blonde curls of hair. Juzo closed it and put it away, he then checked on Zeki. Zeki was rubbing his head from the pain, a tear streamed down his face.

"Zeki, I'm so sorry. Are you okay?" Juzo asked as he checked on Zeki who was rubbing the top of his head still. Juzo got closer to Zeki and checked for blood or anything like a bruise. Zeki immediately pulled away from Juzo's touch his face was burning red as he got up.

"I'll live, but that really hurt... let's just take a break now, we earned it. I'll set up the game for us if you want unless you have something else in mind." Zeki said, he looked away from Juzo towards the game console. He went over to it and started setting it up as Juzo sat down on a nice white and gold designed couch. It felt nice and looked elegant and very pricy.

Juzo heard a little meow and turned towards the pet carrier he totally missed. He could see the kitten's black furry paw reaching towards them behind the bars. Zeki turned and saw Juzo looking towards his kitten blushing. I can't believe I forgot to show Juzo my kitten, I hope nobody would mind him being here. Zeki thought to himself as he said. "If you want you can let him out, I washed him earlier since he got all messy." 

Juzo did just that and the kitten thanked him by pouncing on his shoe. The little black fur ball wrestled with the white shoelace. Juzo giggled as he wrestled the kitten off of his shoe, the little thing looked up at him meowing. "I love him already, he's so playful. Where did you get him? And what's his name? I love cats, but I love little kittens more."

"I call him Dez. I found him outside my father's palace, someone put him inside a box. They just left him there, I knew he needed a home so I took him in. He helped me through a rough time, my friends left me and my life fell apart." Zeki said as he finished setting up the game, he started up a top rated open world roleplaying game. 

Juzo set the kitten down as Zeki sat next to him, the kitten jumped on Zeki's arm. Juzo watched him climbed up to Zeki's shoulder. I wonder what happened to Zeki's friends? I don't want to pry to much in his life, but I should know. We are friends now. Juzo thought to himself as he played with the black fur ball on Zeki's shoulder. "You wouldn't mind if I asked why your friends left?" Juzo asked as the kitten pounced on him climbing up his red shirt.

Zeki sighed as he looked towards the floor, he contemplated whether he should answer Juzo's question or not. Juzo wouldn't understand, I can't tell him I'm gay unless he knows. He wouldn't know would he? Zeki thought to himself, but he eventually told Juzo anyway. "I told them that I was gay, and everyone said that I should kill myself. I told myself to be strong, but tmy friends avoided like the plague. My parents supported me and other people have, but when I need my friends they left me."

Juzo couldn't believe the way Zeki wad treated by his friends. He could hear how much this had effected Zeki just by his voice alone. I will not stand for this, if his friends won't support him then I will. Juzo thought to himself as he balled his hands into fists. "That's so horrible, they should be ashamed of themselves. I'm cool with you liking whatever, who am I to judge. I'm glad you told me though, your always welcome here my friend. You are strong, your pretty cool to. Stopping bullets in midair was badass even if it was reckless." 

The door suddenly opened, juzo saw his brother enter Zeki's room. Ren glanced towards Juzo, he saw his brother's arm around Zeki. They already looked like close friends now, Ren smiled as he joined them wearing his training uniform still. "There you are Juzo, hey Zeki. Glad you came through alright broski. You have earned my friendship by saving our asses yesterday. Thank you my man. Geeze that was so damn close though, I for sure thought we were all toast. I wish I could've beat his ass before he drew that damn gun, what bitch."

Ren's blue eyes met his brother's glare for his use of profanity. Ren has a habit of cussing which never fails to anger his parents and Juzo. Ren had a big cheesy grin on his face as he plopped down next to Juzo. Zeki cleared his throat as he got up and faced the two brothers. "I-it was nothing, I'm glad we all survived. We must be more vigilant and careful, I will continue to support you two. I really appreciate you guys for letting me stay here and being so kind, thank you my new friends."

"Yeah were cool dude, that guy caught us slipping. That's why I hit the shooting range with dad. I even scored two hundred points over his score. If I past the test tomorrow I can get my gun license. Then I could get that Guardian handgun, I'll be able to protect us bro. We won't need some knight watching us... I got caught twice trying to sneak out last night, unbelievable." Ren said, he wasn't liking Ella Grayman anymore. No more sneaking out and getting into trouble under her sharp eyes. 

The boys began to talk about guns unaware that they were being watched. Within another dimension lurked a daemon. The regal looking prince watched from his throne room dressed in black and gold. Before him stood a large black mirror, it peered into the human realm using ancient magic. His glowing violet eyes singled Juzo out, he could sense something familiar yet foreign about the boy.

The daemon grinned as he raised his hand forward towards Juzo. His nails looked very sharp and his skin looked pale. A second later and Juzo stood up, he felt something was about to happen. Then Juzo immediately rubbed his forehead as a very sharp pain struck him. Zeki's eyes started glowing once again as he saw the pain on Juzo's face. Juzo turned pale and he started sweating profusely. A second later and his strength was taken from him, it caused him to black out. Juzo hit the ground and he began having a violent seizure.

Ren and Zeki panicked as they yelled for help, Zeki kept Juzo's head safe. The daemon smiled seeing the curse taking hold of Juzo. But a boy with curly blonde hair appeared in all the chaos. Nobody seemed to be able to see the boy as security rushed into the room. The boy stood naked, his wings spread out in a display of power. Valac summoned an astral weapon in his hands. A powerful looking spear appeared, he raised it up and smiled.

It was a blur when the boy attacked, but the entire black mirror suddenly exploded. It was very violent with an overwhelming amount of power. Black shards flew past the daemon prince as he rose from his throne.  

Many shards scraped by slicing the daemon's elegant face and body. He didn't even flinch as one shard struck his right eye. He dug the glass out of his eye without the slightest sign of any pain. The eye began to bleed now, he hovered his hand over it healing himself with magic. Afterwards the daemon ran his hands through his long silver hair. He shook loose dark glass shards and other debris from the explosion. When it was finally over his mirror was destroyed preventing him from spying. He found himself standing in a sea of black obsidian shards looking like glass. Even so the damage was done to his target.

Attempted assassination, Chapter 2

The Duchess Oumri Yoshizawa gazed out of her window. The young mother's green eyes gazed towards the beautiful landscapes. Everything was a blur as she being driven towards the capital. The limousine she was riding in was being escorted by the police. Their flashing lights cleared the road for her. Oumri turned up the radio expecting to hear the news. 

"We have a breaking news announcement, it comes directly from the royal palace. A plot to kill Prince Juzo Shidehara has been confirmed by officials. A lethal toxin was found within the locker of an imperial commander. A warrant for his arrest has been issued. This toxin is banned across the entire world. Possession of this toxic substance holds a life sentence." The radio played the announcement for everyone across Jazan. It stopped the Japanese song that was playing for Oumri.

Oumri was lost in her thoughts as she worried about Juzo and Ren. I hope they're safe, they are both great kids. It's ashame that Juzo is being targeted, I just hope this doesn't escalate further. Oumri thought to herself, she rolled down the window. The air rushing inside messed with her unique white hair. She turned towards her knight looking at the beautiful woman. The attractive lady knight sat proper as she looked out the window. "Thank you for volunteering Ella, it brings great honor to me. I trust you to guard those two boys."

Oumri's voice had a sultry tone as she spoke. It was quite arousing no matter who you are. "It is no problem my lady, I'm actually a supporter of Juzo's policies. Increased tax for the rich, lower taxes for the poor, universal income and free healthcare. And so many other policies that are designed to help people. He truly is a rare gem to find. I've never seen other thirteen year olds do what he does. He uses his position to give the people a voice, we have to thank him. Without him, I wouldn't have this rank as a knight." Ella said as she held her briefcase in her lap. Her hazel eyes sparkled as she talked about Juzo, she smiled towards Oumri.

Oumri knew what Ella was talking about, Juzo had discussed having knights as a new rank. After Juzo and Lysias met with numerous commanders it was decided upon. "He is definitely one interesting boy. As a knight you train to become a great warrior, you even wear nanomachines as armor."

They both got quiet as the music stopped again, another alert came. "We have word that the terrorist organization; The Hand of God are planning an attack. An imperial air force base is the target. We do not know which one will be attacked. All bases have increased the alert level to maximum, no civilians allowed until it is lifted. We will have updates later when more information is released. This is the Twins News Network. Have a safe and blessed Tuesday morning.

"Not another threat. Do you think the Hand of God is behind the toxin found?" Ella asked  as she placed her hand on her briefcase. She could feel the warmth emanating off of it.

Oumri shrugged her shoulders, she won't know until she joins Lysias' investigation. "It's quite possible, I certainly can't say no. I'll know more once we're there. I'm going to be investigating this, I will root out the radicals targeting Juzo. They will face charges for treason, a crime punishable by death."

"It's sickens me that grown men will target kid like this. Have you seen Juzo's social media activity? It's plagued with threats of violence and sexual comments targeting Juzo. I don't know how he handles all of that. But I will say, he is one brave thirteen year old. He always looks so happy too." Ella said, her hazel eyes gazed towards the handcuffs on her wrist. 

"It's like they say. The ones who smile the most are the ones hurting the most. Looks can be deceitful, especially to someone already insecure about himself. I've none Juzo a long time now. I can tell when something is troubling him, call it a mother's intuition." Oumri said as she looked out the window, she saw the castle up ahead.

The driver stopped at the large towering gate. Several soldiers approached them wearing silver armor. Gold details could be seen on the armor, it sparkled a little in the sunlight. Once they verified the duchess' identity they signaled for the gates to open. The heavy metal gate opened slowly allowing them to proceed.

The driver pulled up to the entrance, people were seen running outside. Numerous soldiers rushed through the doors. An alarm went off as more soldiers filled the area. Women and children fled having fear carved into their faces. The driver got out and several gunshots echoed through the area. The driver nearly shit himself as he ducked behind the limo.

Ella was quick to respond, her white armor spread across her body in seconds. A tactical handgun was in her hands as she rushed inside. She immediately saw the imperial commander, his handgun aimed right at Juzo. He was at gunpoint, his hands shaking as he saw the bullets floating. Prince Zeki's green eyes glowed with power, his right hand aimed forward.

An unseen barrier of magic stood between the three boys and the bullets. Ella's gun was aimed right at the man's chest. Her aim was stable as she watched him, the soldiers were giving orders to him.

Zeki's nose started bleeding as he kept the barrier up. The commander's ignored further warning as he pulled the trigger. Juzo's eyes started dilating as he saw what was going to happen. He grabbed his chest, his heart racing as his vision played out. His eyes watering as his pants grew warm, a puddle of pee formed on the ground. Shot after shot made Juzo deaf as the would be assassin got shot up. He was riddled with bullets, the commander was laid out choking on his blood. The three princes trembled, the man's blood was splattered everywhere.

Juzo vomited as his thoughts raced away seeing Zeki faint right there. Zeki was out cold as the soldiers cuffed the assassin. They took his gun and began trying to save his life. A field medic checked on Zeki who wasn't responding. He was taken by the medic as Juzo stood there shaking. Oh my god, what have I done? I knew this would happen yet I put everyone in danger. I didn't mean to drag Prince Zeki into this mess. Juzo was plagued with these thoughts as he began crying. 

Ella checked on the brothers, Juzo was becoming hysterical. Ren looked just as bad, he was trembling from the shock. Juzo could still feel the adrenaline pumping in his veins. His legs were still shaking. Ren was still in shock, but he finally snapped to. "Juzo, are you okay? Zeki save our lives. Without him we'd be..." Ren said, he placed a hand on Juzo's shoulder. But Juzo was in his own little world as his tears ran down his face. 

"Are you two okay? None of you got hurt did you?" Ella Grayman asked, it was clear they were both going to be traumatized by this. She just hoped that they weren't struck or grazed by any bullets. 

"I think we're good... Zeki, he's going to be okay right?" Ren asked, he looked over towards the gunman dying on the ground.

All Juzo wanted to do was run away, but he was so scared his legs wouldn't move. He looked towards Ella Grayman and said. "I want my dad," he walked over to the lady knight and hid his face against her suit. His tears flooded through uncontrollably, he thought they were so dead. Ella placed her hand gently upon his back and tried to calm him. 

It didn't take long for Lord Lysias to come running to his sons. "Is everyone okay?" Lysias asked as he checked the boys over. His hands were trembling as he tried to contain his wrath and fear. 

Juzo ran to his father seeking comfort and safety. As Juzo went to hug him, they both tumbled to the ground. Juzo screamed and cried out, he buried his face against his dad's regal suit. Juzo's tears soaked into the expensive silk. Lysias held Juzo tight to himself protecting him as best he could. Lysias so wanted to say something to comfort him. All he wanted was to destroy whoever did this.

"It's okay Juzo, I'm here. It's alright to cry, let's get you two out of here. I'm not letting you watch this." Lysias said, he got up holding Juzo close to himself. He didn't see Zeki as he looked towards Ren.

"My Lord Zeki used too much magic and he past out. I believe a medic took him, what would you like me to do?" Ella asked as her armor formed the briefcase once again.

Lysias looked around seeing the aftermath of what just happened. It was chaos as people rushed past him responding to the scene. Others were leaving, they feared another attack was inevitable. Overall everyone was unnerved and on alert from this assassination attempt. Lord Lysias faced Ella Grayman and gave her Juzo's hand."Get them out of here immediately. Take them upstairs to their room. Ren show her the way to your room."

"Of course my lord. Let's get going young princes." Ella said as she took Juzo's hand, Ren led the way for her upstairs. 

With his sons out of the room, Lysias took a good look at the gunman. He was a young dark haired male with a beard. Lysias noticed the tattoo on his neck, It was the royal army insignia. This was the imperial commander the police were searching for. Lysias snarled, as he thought to himself. He's a member of the royal army, bastard. I hope you choke to death on your own blood for trying to kill my sons. Lysias pulled out his cellphone and called Myra. He explained everything to her about what just happened.

The Duchess Oumri walked up to Lysias who finished talking with Myra. Myra was on her way back now. She had been out shopping for outfits for Juzo and Ren, it wad for the spring festival. "Lord Lysias, I'm glad your sons are okay. I know you hate King Darius, but you made the right call with Zeki."

"You're right, I was questioning my decision on Zeki. He certainly is quick from what I saw on footage." Lysias said, he and Oumri supervised the scene. The castle police officers took the man's belongings for investigation.

After several long hours a cleaning crew was already cleaning the lobby. There was a lot of blood and gunpowder everywhere. The police officers had already collected their evidence and a few stayed behind. It was unclear how the assassin managed to slip through security and metal detectors. So Lysias was reviewing footage from several dozen cameras.

Both Lysias and Oumri were inside the security room. Inside the head of security, Officer Innoue was playing the captured footage. Once he found the video footage of the whole scene he got their attention. Once he hit play they both watched how the soldiers responded to the incident. However, they noticed that the Juzo was odd. Within the film the area around Juzo was distorted. Everything but him was consumed by darkness. This was quite odd indicating a glitch. This could be a defaulty camera which would need to be replaced.

"Here I'll switch to another camera. That camera's bugged out... And play, this should be better. As the video played the footage was distorted even more. It was looking black and white, the only other color was red. The red color was from Juzo's eyes which were both red as rust. His hair looked white as snow and he stared directly into the camea. It was unnerving to hear the gunshots as Juzo smiled. The distortion of Juzo vanished and the camera zoomed in on the soldier. "I've seen some strange shit, but this is definitely on the supernatural side." Oumri said as she watched the soldier utter a name. It sounded like he said Prince Ukita Moroharu.

Lysias and Oumri jumped suddenly as the door opened. A police officer entered the surveillance room. He had taken photographs of the crime scene earlier. He looked pale and shaken up by something. His hands trembled as he passed Lysias the pictures. "Sorry for intruding my lord, but you need to see this. I caught something unnatural. I wanted to show you what I saw."

Lord Lysias took the pictures and examined each one. "Deofol" was written on the ground, it formed from the blood splatter. Nobody knew how it got there or how to explain it. That wasn't even the freaky part. A demon was standing over the former soldier. It was huge with black scales and two large horns. It's appearance looked quite terrifying as it looked at the soldier. "A qliphothic archdemon, what the fuck is going on? I need answers, just try to ignore what you saw. Oumri, I'm going out for a walk."

"I don't blame you, this definitely has peaked my interest. I'll finish reviewing the footage, I'll call you if anything unusual popps up." Oumri said, Lysias picked up the photograph and left the room. "Well, let's what the other cameras have for us."

As day eventually turned into night, a calm was felt. The castle was on full lock down and the princes were taken care of. Nobody knew what tomorrow will hold for them, the boys could easily have died today. Then there was the demon and the Juzo doppelganger, nobody could explain it. It was a freaky thing and these entites seemed to have an interest in Juzo. It isn't clear what they want, but they seemed to want to help in their own way.

President Valac.

Within a magic circle I sat

Being watched by a curious cat,

I hope he kills that fucking rat.

I did this during the full moon

Probably somewhere around June,

I felt like a total goon.

I was hoping to conjure a demon

I figured it was time get to schemin.

My words were powerful and direct

I kept my desires checked,

But I felt like I was wrecked.

I heard a little boy speak

Calling me puny and weak,

The floors began to creak.

My heart and mind began to freak.

What is this that stands before me?

A young face twisting in a demonic glee

I turn around quick and start to flee.

The small boy giggles as I had set him free.

My heart pounding as he gives chase

This was a very deadly race,

I turn and see his adorable face.

Deceptive abilities was his ace.

I freeze in place as serpents grab hold

The boy's eyes sparkle with gold,

It was just as I was told.

My body growing oh so cold.

The snakes were like chains

My struggling received no gains,

They tightly restricted my veins.

I truly thought I had the brains.

His blond hair was nice and clear

The curls danced as he drew ever so near,

My face warped in fear.

I could feel a dragon by my rear.

I start to speak, but my mouth was shut

He circled me twice in a cute strut,

A knife to my wrist and he did cut.

Two beautiful white wings expanded 

No where to run I'm stranded,

Cupid had me branded.

A pit of serpents became my new home

His treasures vaults shall I roam,

My eyes filled with chrome.

Serpents he controls free of harm

He still has an angelic charm,

His serpent fangs dig into my arm.

My eyes turn red

As my arm bled,

I shall walk among the dead.

Feeling stiff from Valac's power

I know this is the final hour,

But I woke-up naked in the shower.

Growing scared I began to cower.

My eyes open wide as a voice said 

"You should've fled."

"Now go to bed."

The worthless one.

In the name of the dragon,
Primal source of all creation.
Invoke Belial, demon king of the nightside,
To manifest before me.

I spit on the ground three times
Hoping to stir you with these rhymes,
In your name I commit these crimes.

I stir you to attention
Help me rise through ascension.
I enjoy this demonic tension,
Oh did I forget to mention?

You're the worthless one
I'm having so much fucking fun,
As everyone starts to run.

Figure in black rises before me
As I'm consumed with glee,
Holding his shadowy key.
Mater heretic I call you to me.

Black and white figures appear
Looking oh so very clear,
As they draw ever so near.
I have to chug a beer,
My face twisted in a demonic sneer.

Master of the pit
I shall never quit
My wrist I shall slit,
As I commit to this fucked-up skit.

I shalt yearn for you
I shalt not be a jew
I shalt always screw.
If only they knew.

I embrace your hollowed mind
As I lead the blind,
My blood already signed.
You and I forever entwined.

I'll use the black energy from the black sun
Preacher get your worthless gun,
My laughter you'll hear when you run.
I am the unconquered sun.

Ho Ophis Ho Archaios
Ho Drakon Ho Megas

Lord of sex
I create this hex,
Now you're all next!

Red Dragon

By the power of the Dragon

These Christians be draggin,

Hear them as they keep nagging.

They even start braggin.

Let us invoke Lucifer 

While we watch you suffer.

Phosphorus the light bearer

You who are the great terror,

We're all apart of this error.

Please don't spare her.

Open the way to your stellar realm

We're all waiting at the helm.

Come from the throne of Thaumiel

Let us all go to hell

A place they say you fell.

My words are a demonic spell.

Come through the gates of the void

We are all your playthings waiting to be toyed.

Lord on the night

Our hearts shall you bite

With every last fright.

The gods shall you smite.

You're the god of darkness and light.

Lord of ascending flame

The one who they can't tame,

Everyone thinks this is just a game.

Until they say your name.

Emperor of darkness and flame.

Ignite the fire of our souls

As we forge our own roles,

While falling down holes.

So we'll rise forged in your flames

Giving you our names,

I truly enjoy these games.

Great horned king

Take us under your wing,

 Maybe we'll sing.

Guide us upon paths of limitless power

Make our enemies cower,

As we rise in the final hour.

The real boy who went to hell.

Foggy glimpses of the boy I used to be

Cloud my mind as I remember and see,

All I ever wanted to do was flee.

His eyes always looking upon the child me.

I was preyed upon by the lowest of society 

He was truly parasitic as he demanded my conformity,

I was pierced by his extreme enormity.

His lies always fill me with this unchained fury

My face shall become his darkest memory,

I was betrayed by the stupid jury.

My fuses burned down and my vision became blurry.

But I made a new friend and he protects me

As I rise through the qlipothic tree,

Satan has set me free.

He gave me that black evil key.

They say he's evil and cruel, a defeated enemy

But his spirit is always in me.

His eyes became my eyes burning with fire

All he ever did was inspire,

Now I'm his new hire.

My innocence was taken already by a grown man

Perhaps it was always his grand plan,

But I'll always be Satan's biggest fan.

The darkness surrounds my being

I'm no longer concerned with fleeing,

I always dwell in darkness my eyes always seeing.

The spikes pierce my skin

But I will always win,

Even with every sin.

As I hold this mighty pen.

My childhood was lost 

My heart covered in frost,

I hope he pays the cost.

In hell he'll be tossed.

Every dog has his day

Satan will make him pay,

I won't need to pray.

I will get my way.

My step father took an innocent child

And left him defiled,

As he gave him his sadistic smile.

I'm the star of my own show
This is just showbiz,

My life became a divine comedy.

Sanatas Satanas Satan Shaitan, powerful red dragon
Look what the cat dragged in,
My eyes lagging.
Somebody call Zagan.

Hell's fire burns my soul
As I race towards my goal,
I will always troll.
I'm falling down a black hole.

Juzo's hell.

My darling charming baby boy

Your innocence is just so coy,

I wonder if this was all a ploy.

You caused my forces to deploy.

Fallen where flowers don't grow

Wielding that mighty bow,

I hope you'll never let it go.

As you journey deep below.

I warned you what you shouldn't do

But rules never applied to you,

I gave you my only clue.

I only thought you knew.

I dance the dance of ghoulish glee

As fire keeps you safe with me,

I know you wish to flee.

But this shall not be.

Crying for your father dear

Well you're at where he can't hear,

Staying in the lowest tier.

Watching your face twist in fear.

Walking oh so ever slow

Weak and tired Juzo oh no,

You know there's no where to go.

You're the star of your own show.

Feel the needles pierce your skin

As I keep watching with a grin,

I bet you wish you didn't sin.

Think of the mess you're in.

Crimson red begins to flow

As your soul begins to woe,

Everything was done by a pro.

As the fires begins to grow.

Polka-dots upon your flesh

They create such a spotty mess,

I hope you enjoy this game of chess.

Because I enjoy making you guess.

Salt and wounds create a cry

That makes me feel so high,

I bet you wish he didn't die.

As you gaze upon the darkened sky.

Juzo's hellish poem.

Trudging through the deepest hell
Hoping you'll wish him well,
Where he's going I can't tell
Darkness shall he dwell.

Oh how life has struck It's blow
Leaving you colder than snow,
But I enjoy making you grow.

Together our fires shall burn ever so hot
Just as your father's body starts to rot,
I can't believe I made this tragic plot.

The torment you will endure
As your destiny remains obscure,
Shall envelop and devour you for sure.

Your family drops dead like flies
As your world is consumed by lies,
Death has become your only demise.

You've become my little toy
It's sad your just a little boy,
You can still be our special joy.

The needles of fate pierced you
We all share your pain too,
Everything thing will be as new.

Your body is chained to a cell
Sulfur has become your new smell,
While your life becomes a living hell.

Sweet little Juzo do not despair
The end hasn't come I swear,
I know life is cruel and unfair.

But this journey I shall begin
The whips may rip your skin,
But at the end you will win.

For you shall rule with the djinn
Along with your only twin.

This is a poem of me and Juzo's relationship in my own story.