Underrhelm

Chapter 7

RAYNA

Darci was polishing glasses and V was helping Osiris lock up. I sat at the bar, drinking and smoking while balancing the books.

"Hey boss, I'll leave tonight with Ember. That way we can be back sooner." said Darci.

"Hmmm. We will see. Ember has a very important task to take care of." I replied

"A task?" he asked confused.

"Mmm yes. I will reveal everything shortly. We have a meeting upstairs with everyone in 10 minutes." I answered while collecting my things.

As I sat down my things on my desk, my eye caught the stack of cash I earned this evening. Ember's last client was kind enough to offer double to have a go with the boss. She was unbelievably beautiful and I was hungry so it was a win win. I sat at my desk, my finger tips grazing my bottom lip, as I recalled the taste she left in my mouth. I had lapped up the sweet nectar she released when I made her c*m, that tasted like ambrosia. She was no novice either. She knew where every spot was and just how to push them. No wonder she was Ember's last client, always end on high note.

After gathering myself, I left my office and headed down the stairs.

"Alright everyone 3rd floor, move your asses." I shouted. With everyone seated I addressed the group, "Great job tonight. I apologize for the various goings on without your knowledge." I began to pace as I recalled everything I needed to say.

"A couple of things have transpired this evening that you all need to be aware of. At the end of the week Nyx will be leaving us for good. She has chosen to live a different life and we are all very happy for her and wish her the best."

The crowd began to murmur when Scarlett popped up flailing around. She had bronze colored skin and bright blue accents.

"BOSS PLEASE LET US THROW A GOING AWAY PARTY FOR NYX!" she demanded. I mulled it over for a moment and responded,

"Okay fine. We can throw one on Sunday when the club is closed. Also Ember will be leaving with Darci for a few days, but she will return."

Then Leeya raised her hand quietly. Leeya looked similar to a forest nymph and less like a demon. She looked as though she should be worshiped as mother Gaia herself. Earthy green skin and short white hair. Her horns gave her away though. They were tall and swirled like a ram. I pointed to her to speak.

"Boss where is Ember? Was she not feeling well enough to come down?" she asked.

"Ah yes, that brings me to our last piece of business." I prompted.

My gaze fell to the floor as I prepared to tell my charges what I had done.

"Earlier today I killed a women in my office who was trying to sell me her child for use in the brothel. Her reason being she no longer had need or want of her. I do not regret the action however, I do regret the mess it's caused." I admitted aloud. I then extended my hand toward the elevator which had opened to Ember and the small golden demon.

"Hello everyone, this is Quinn. She is the newest member of the family." Ember sang. Quinn was half tucked behind her, only one visible. The women of the group flocked to Quinn and began giggling.

"You're so cute Quinn!"

"Quinn I love your eyes!"

"You're like a princess!"

"Meh, you're okay I gu--"

"That's enough give her some space!" I shouted. "This concludes the meeting. Please retire for the evening. Ember, meet me on the balcony with Quinn." I said as I toddled toward the door. Suddenly Margo popped up out of the shadows startling me. She was a larger demon but moved silently. Her thick thighs and beautifully plump chest made her very popular with her clients. She was also rare in the fact that she had spots, what most humans call vitiligo.

"Good gods Margo what is it?" I asked breathlessly.

"Boss! You seemed sad tonight so Cassius and I made you some Cracklin Hellfire Bars!" she beamed.

These were one of my favorite treats, sweet and spicy.

"Thank you Margo and please tell Cass thank you for me." I smiled and patted her on the head before heading out on the balcony. I placed the tray on the table and lit a cigarette.

"I am very honored to be seen, heard and validated by my charges." I thought to myself.

Ember sat on the loveseat and put Quinn in her lap as I sat across from them.

"How are you feeling Quinn?" I asked cautiously. She quickly looked at Ember for an answer, to which she responded,

"Go on little one. She won't hurt you. Speak you mind." Quinn then snapped her attention to me and yelled,

"WHY DID YOU HURT MAMA?" I wanted to die in that moment. I exhaled smoke and cleared my throat.

"Look, your mom, she came to this place to leave you here. I don't know why but, I do know you deserve more than that. She said a bunch of mean things and I got upset. Many years from now I will tell you the whole story, I promise. For now all I can say is I am truly sorry. And offer you a safe space, food and a lot of people who will fall in love with you as a person and protect you." I stated defeated by this small golden child. Quinn didn't respond and sank into Ember's lap.

"I hope one day you'll forgive me." I whispered to myself.

"Would you like a Cracklin Hellfire Bar? They are one of my favorites!" I asked. She became excited and started shoveling them in as fast as she could.

"Gods, I wonder how long it has been since the poor thing ate..I wonder how long she's been too afraid to ask." I thought to myself with my fists clenching.