Believe

With the demon's assistance, Fluttershy completed her homework in just over two hours. She barely noticed the passage of time, too preoccupied by his charm to care.

"You're getting the hang of this quick. You're really smart."

"Thanks."

"I suspect your family will be calling you for dinner soon."

"That's right. I almost forgot."

"I shouldn't keep you much longer."

"Wait."

Fluttershy grabbed his hand.

"Please don't go."

"You want me to stay?"

"I want to know more about you and your home."

"It's funny - in all my time in existence, no one's ever asked me about that stuff. Then again, you're the first sentient being outside of hell I've ever spoken to."

"I am?"

"Yeah."

"Then...Will you stay?"

"Of course."

Fluttershy smiled.

"I'm glad we met today."

Fluttershy finished eating as quickly as she could without seeming too eager. True to his word, the demon waited for her to return.

"What do you want to know?"

"What is hell like?"

"It's made mostly of extremely hot fire and stone. It's a lot bigger than Equestria or Earth."

"What about Earth?"

"It's inhabited by people who look like angels and demons without our abilities."

"So you do have powers."

"Guess that part was kind of obvious."

"You probably know already, but I have a few friends who can use magic."

"Unicorn and Alicorn magic isn't very strong."

"It's not?"

"Do you want me to show you what hell's capabilities really are?"

"I don't know..."

"Don't worry. I won't let you get hurt."

"Well...Okay."

Fluttershy opened her window. She climbed out with the demon following close behind her.

"First, I'll demonstrate my physical prowess. Angels and demons are highly trained in hand-to-hand combat, whether the battle is on the ground or in the air. Our bodies have been conditioned to be sturdier than reinforced steel."

"What should I do?"

"Hit me as hard as you can."

"I can't."

"It'll be okay. I've left my core vulnerable enough to keep you from breaking your hoof."

"I've never hit anyone before. I hate violence."

"I know, but I need you to trust me."

"I do."

"Give it all you've got."

"...Alright."

With her mightiest strike, Fluttershy laid into the demon. He didn't even flinch.

"Wow! You really are strong!"

"Told you."

"Can I see your magic?"

"Watch closely."

The demon concentrated his energy. A circle of fire sparked beneath him. Fluttershy stared in amazement as the light grew more intense.

"Want to see more?"

She nodded, her mouth agape. The demon put the pen in the binding of the notebook and held out his dominant hand. A bright glow momentarily materialized, then subsided. In his palm rested a long chain.

"These are the chains we use to bind corrupted souls. They're forged from my father's hatred and the pain of the evildoer's victims."

"What kind of people do you punish?"

"The lowest of scum - murderers, rapists, child molesters: you get the picture."

"I hope they feel every ounce of pain they ever dealt out."

"They do. Those who would inflict suffering upon the innocent receive no mercy."

"The literal definition of divine justice..."

The chain and flames disappeared.

"I want to show you one last thing. Get on my back."

Fluttershy did as she was instructed, clinging tightly to his form. The demon spread his wings. Fluttershy closed her eyes. The two ascended into the air. Fluttershy could feel the wind sway with the demon's motions...