Stay Tuned
Chapter 18: A New Frequency
Previous ChapterNext ChapterAlastor stood amidst the carnage of Fluttershy's cottage, his hands slick with blood. The body of a Sun Knight lay before him, lifeless and still, surrounded by a pool of deep crimson that had seeped from his fatal wound. The quaint wooden floorboards were now stained and marred by the violence that had taken place.
"I don't know who you are, Charlie Jophiel, or where you came from," Alastor growled, his fists clenched at his sides as he spoke. "But this body...this body belongs to me."
Charlie's cold voice cut through the tension, full of confidence and power. "Not anymore," she declared. "It's mine to control and use as I see fit."
Alastor's eyes flashed dangerously, a remnant of his previous power flaring up for a moment and casting the dim room in a foreboding red hue. "You don't know who I am," he growled, his words laced with venom.
"The Radio Demon, Alastor," Charlie responded coolly, not missing a beat. "Someone who suddenly appeared in this world and killed billions. But you have no memory of your life before coming here."
A faint smirk tugged at the corner of Alastor's lips, revealing a hint of his sharp, pearly white teeth. "You're not entirely wrong, boy," he replied in a smooth, almost melodic tone that dripped with mockery. His eyes glittered with mischief and something darker. "But I do remember enough to know that I am not the one losing control."
"And you've also forgotten your true identity and taken on the name Alastor because that was the character I was dressed as when I was shot and brought to this world," Charlie revealed, her voice carrying a knowing tone.
"Intriguing," Alastor hummed, his deep voice resonating with intrigue as his lips curled into a devilish smile.
"And before you demand it of me, no, you won't be getting my body back," Charlie said firmly, his voice holding a hint of defiance. "Because I have something far more important to protect than your personal desire for entertaining yourself."
Alastor's expression remained unchanged as he drawled, "Is that so?" The corner of his mouth twitched in amusement. "You think you can gain control and keep me at bay forever? Be the puppeteer in our shared mind?"
"I wouldn't expect someone who never cared about anything but himself to understand," Charlie shot back.
Alastor laughed; a low, chilling sound that echoed throughout the small room. "Ah, Charlie boy," he said, the dark amusement plain in his voice. "To understand one must care, and you’re right about one thing - I don't care about your feelings."
As Charlie's voice slowly faded, Alastor felt a sense of triumph wash over him. His own laughter, deep and menacing, echoed in the eerie silence that surrounded them. As the last remnants of Charlie retreated from their shared mind, Alastor could feel his control strengthening, the balance tipping in his favor.
But deep within their collective consciousness, Charlie was not defeated. He was only laying low, biding his time and learning the inner workings of this shared psyche.
"You may think you've won," Charlie murmured confidently, his words echoing through the darkness of their inner mindscape, "but our battle is far from finished."
The shared silence of their mind was broken only by the sound of Alastor's mocking laughter. "Over, Charlie? It was never a competition," he replied, voice tinted with an unmistakable hint of arrogance. “This is survival, and I daresay, I am far better equipped at it than you.”
His gaze shifted to the lifeless body of the Sun Knight, sprawled out on the ground. With a swift movement, the Radio Demon pulled the sword from its gut and opened a portal, storing the bloodied blade inside. "But make no mistake..." he said with a devilish grin, his red eyes gleaming with satisfaction. "I care about my girls."
As his crimson gaze scanned the room, Alastor couldn't help but feel a twinge of annoyance at the sight before him. Fluttershy's room was in complete disarray - bloodstained sheets, a broken door, and the dead body of the Knight lying in a pool of his own blood. This would not do.
"Let's tidy up, shall we?" Alastor murmured with a satisfied smirk lingering on his lips.
Taking matters into his own hands, Alastor clapped twice, summoning unseen forces to clean up the mess. With each clap, the room transformed before his eyes - the vibrant colors returned, replacing the desolation that had once filled the space. The bloodstains vanished, the shattered door mended itself together with a satisfying click, and the corpse dissolved into nothing but a cloud of ethereal dust. Within moments, all evidence of the gruesome scene had been erased, leaving behind only the bare wooden floor as if nothing had happened at all.
The harsh, bright lights and sterile scent of Equestria General Hospital filled every corner of the waiting area. Fluttershy perched uneasily on a stiff plastic chair, her wings pulled tightly around the small body in her arms. Scarlett Wisp, her three-year-old half-demon daughter, clung desperately to her mother's embrace, seeking comfort from the unknown.
Fluttershy's delicate hand ran soothingly through her daughter's hair, whispering calming words into her ear. "It's okay, sweetie. Momma is here with you. You're safe."
Scarlett, too young to fully understand the situation, whimpered softly against her mother's chest. Her tiny horns peeked out from under her disheveled mane, drawing curious stares from other waiting patients. But Fluttershy's protective presence and unwavering love kept any unwanted attention at bay.
Anxiety etched deep lines into Fluttershy's forehead as she scanned between her daughter and the hallway, anxiously awaiting any sign of the doctor. Her heart raced with worry for her child's well-being as she continued to murmur soothing words and offer gentle caresses.
"Any updates on Niffty?" Alastor's voice made Fluttershy turn her head in surprise.
The Radio Demon had transformed into his pony disguise and stood next to her, his brown waistcoat neatly fastened and looking more put-together than usual. He sat down next to Fluttershy, his hand gripping his chest tightly.
"Not yet," Fluttershy replied, turning back to the hallway with a hopeful look on her face.
“Fluttershy…” Alastor spoke softly, his gaze resting on her with a tender affection. Fluttershy met his eyes, noticing the sincerity and care in them. “I've come to a realization...about us.”
Fluttershy's eyes widened, but before she could respond, Alastor continued.
"In seeing our daughter so vulnerable, I've realized that I can no longer be the reckless demon I once was. There's more at stake now than just my own existence."
“Do you truly mean that?” Fluttershy asked.
"Yes," Alastor replied solemnly. "I do."
His gaze dropped to the floor and he fell silent. After a moment, he extended his hand towards Scarlett's small figure and gently grazed one of her tiny horns with his finger.
"I've caused so much destruction and suffering in the past, all for my own amusement" Alastor's voice was barely audible. "But now, for the first time…I felt genuine fear."
"Fear for both you and Scarlett," he added with strain in his voice. "I never want to see either of you in danger like that again."
Fluttershy's eyes glistened with tears as she leaned her head on Alastor's shoulder. His gaze remained fixated on their daughter, his hand gently stroking Scarlett's horn in a tender display of affection.
Despite his usual stoic demeanor, there was a deep sadness in Alastor's voice as he spoke. "I cannot promise an immediate change," he said, his words heavy with emotion. "But I swear to you, Fluttershy, that I will try. For you and for Scarlett."
As he finished speaking, Fluttershy pulled away slightly to meet his gaze. His eyes held a sincerity and earnestness that she had rarely seen in him before. She nodded, placing a small hand on top of his hand.
"I believe you, Alastor," she whispered softly
The hospital waiting room was filled with an intense, almost suffocating atmosphere as they sat in quiet anticipation. The only physical connection between them was their interlocked fingers, a small comfort in the sterile environment. The clock on the wall continued its monotonous ticking until finally, a doctor emerged and made his way towards Fluttershy.
"Miss Fluttershy," he greeted, adjusting his spectacles.
"How is Niffty?" Fluttershy asked, standing up from her seat.
"She is currently stable," the doctor replied, glancing down at his clipboard. "We successfully stitched up the wounds on her back and arm, and she is under close observation."
Fluttershy let out a sigh of relief, her body slumping against the chair. Her legs felt like jelly beneath her.
"Can we go see her now?"
The doctor hesitated before giving a hesitant nod. "I'm sorry, but no visitors are allowed at this time."
"Not even for family?" Alastor stood up from his seat. "She's my little sister."
There was a brief pause before the doctor relented. "I suppose we can make an exception, but please keep your visit short. She needs her rest."
Alastor nodded appreciatively, thanking Fluttershy with a gentle squeeze of her hand. He then proceeded to walk down the hallway alone, with the Doctor calling after him.
"Sir, I didn't tell you which room she's..." the doctor trailed off as Alastor shot him a look that immediately silenced him.
"I always know where my Niffty is," Alastor spoke, his voice echoing slightly as he disappeared down the hall.
The Doctor straightened his white lab coat, trying to regain his composure after the shock of seeing Alastor disappear down the hallway. He turned to Fluttershy, who had been watching with a worried expression.
"Wh-While I have you here, Miss Shy," he started, his voice steady but still slightly shaken. "There is another matter that needs to be addressed."
Fluttershy's attention snapped back to the doctor, her eyes wide and expectant.
"Yes?" she asked in a barely audible whisper, her nerves evident in her hushed tone.
"The wounds on Niffty's body appear to be made from some kind of large blade," the Doctor said gravely. "I was wondering if you could please tell me how she received such injuries?"
A pained look crossed Fluttershy's face as she recalled the events from earlier. "We were attacked by one of Daybreaker’s Sun Knights," she murmured, her eyes fixed on the tiled floor. "Her wounds were caused by one of their swords."
The Doctor's expression turned even grimmer at this revelation. "The Knights of the Sun..." he whispered, taking a brief glance at the child in Fluttershy's arms. "I understand now why...your Daughter is the result of...one of his deals."
Fluttershy stiffened at his words, her gaze snapping up to meet the doctor's eyes. "Yes," she admitted reluctantly, her voice fragile yet firm. "Scarlett was born thanks to one of The Radio Demon’s deals."
A curse slipped out of the Doctor's lips as he clenched his fists in anger. "Those bastards," he growled under his breath. "I cannot even begin to count how many patients I've lost because of them."
Alastor walked through the sterile, white hospital corridors, the sound of a heart monitor echoing down the hall. He entered Niffty's room and was greeted with the rhythmic beep of the machine. The room was dimly lit by a small lamp in the corner, casting long shadows on the sterile walls. Niffty lay in the bed, her chest slowly rising and falling with each breath. Her usual fiery spirit was subdued, replaced by a veil of pain that shrouded her features.
As Alastor approached, Niffty's weak eyes lit up with recognition and relief. The beat of the heart monitor quickened as she saw him, a faint smile appearing on her face. Despite her current state, there was still a spark within her – a stubborn will that refused to be snuffed out.
"Hello Niffty, my dear," Alastor said, conjuring a chair before sitting next to her bed. "How are you feeling?"
"I've been better," Niffty replied with a small smile.
"That's the spirit," Alastor said, his voice rough but warm in contrast to the sterile surroundings.
“Alastor?” Niffty spoke up.
“Yes, Niffty?” Alastor responded.
“What’s going to happen to us now?” Niffty's voice quivered with worry. “If things continue like this, I fear we won't be as fortunate as before.”
“It may be time for the Radio Demon to step down,” Alastor declared, his words resonating in the hushed room. “I don't want to see my girls suffer any longer.”
Niffty gazed at him in disbelief before bursting into a faint chuckle. "Retiring? You? The legendary Alastor, giving up the game?"
"My priorities have changed," Alastor confessed, his gaze falling to his lap.
Niffty let out a heavy sigh. "So, it's all because of her," she said.
"What do you mean?" Alastor inquired.
"You've been different since you met that pony," Niffty explained. "I had a feeling something like this would happen, but I thought it would just be another one of your pranks."
Alastor's usually sharp and commanding voice took on a rare softness as he spoke to Niffty, the only other constant in his solitary existence. "Niffty...it has always just been the two of us," he admitted, his scarlet eyes softened by an unfamiliar vulnerability. "But now...now there are other things to consider."
Niffty's response was as cold and cutting as ice, her words dripping with disdain. "Like that pony?"
"Like the pony," Alastor confirmed, the glow from the nearby lamp casting a faint red tint over his features. "But also like you and Fluttershy and Scarlett. We've been a duo act for years, Niffty, but it seems our dynamic is shifting. There's more at stake now. More to protect...and more to lose." His gaze drifted past her and into the sterile room, lost in thought about what their newfound companionship could bring - both good and bad.
Niffty's voice trembled as she spoke. "Does this mean we're over?" Her tone was sad and upset, her eyes brimming with unshed tears.
Alastor let out a deep sigh and shook his head in disappointment. "Why, Niffty, you wound me deeply," he chided. "After all that we have been through together, how could you even consider the idea of me discarding you like spoiled meat?"
Niffty's heart sank at his harsh words, but she couldn't help feeling hurt and confused. "If you didn't want me to look after Scarlett," she began, her voice faltering with emotion, "would you have still come for me and brought me back, or would you have left me as Squeaky Clean?"
Alastor's expression softened as he reached out to gently wipe away her tears. "Don't ever think like that, my dear sweet Niffty," he said in a soothing tone. "You are irreplaceable, now and forever."
Niffty's lip trembled as she searched his face for reassurance. "Promise?" she asked timidly.
"I would sooner destroy the entire world than even entertain the thought of abandoning you," Alastor declared fiercely, his love for the demon filly shining in his crimson eyes.
Niffty nodded, sniffling softly and gazing up at him with tear-filled eyes. She knew without a doubt that Alastor wouldn't make false promises. She trusted he would keep his word. Her tough exterior, which she usually wore with pride, crumbled a bit as she showed her vulnerable side to the Radio Demon.
The beeping of hospital monitors faded into the background as Alastor exited Niffty's room, his usual grin subdued. He took a moment to compose himself, fixing his bowtie and smoothing down his jacket. With a snap of his fingers, he transformed into his pony disguise.
The hallway was shrouded in darkness, the only light spilling from the rooms lining the corridor. Alastor moved down the stark chemical-scented expanse, his steps silent as he walked past a landscape of closed doors.
Moments later, Alastor entered the Lobby where Scarlett and Fluttershy were quietly waiting. Scarlett looked up, her eyes mirroring the concern Alastor felt in his heart. Fluttershy, on the other hand, wore a hopeful smile.
Fluttershy approached, her gentle eyes filled with concern. "How is Niffty doing?" she asked softly.
Alastor's expression softened as he met Fluttershy's gaze. "She's on the mend, my dear," he replied, his voice a low, comforting rumble. "Nothing keeps that little firecracker down for long."
Scarlett reached over to her father, her small hands clasping his in a gesture of comfort. Alastor looked down at her, a tiny smile tugging at the corner of his lips. His fingers gently curled around hers, giving her hand a small squeeze.
"I know you’re worried, my little doe.” he said, using the term of endearment that he saved only for her.
Scarlett gazed up at him with her big, expressive eyes, communicating her concern without words. She tugged gently on his hand, pulling herself closer to him.
Fluttershy watched the tender exchange between father and daughter, her heart swelling with love. "It seems Scarlett wants to comfort you too," she said softly, her voice barely above a whisper.
Alastor nodded, his usual sharp grin softening into something more genuine. He reached over, scooping Scarlett from Fluttershy’s arms and into his arms. The little girl immediately nestled her head against his chest, her tiny fingers curling into the fabric of his jacket.
"What do you say we head home, my dears?" Alastor suggested, his voice uncharacteristically gentle. "I believe a quiet evening is in order after such a trying day."
"Sounds like a wonderful idea," Fluttershy agreed, her voice tinged with relief. A quiet night home was precisely what they needed after such an eventful day.
Alastor nodded, shifting Scarlett slightly in his arms to ensure she was comfortable. The little girl's eyes were already beginning to droop, the stress and excitement of the day catching up with her.
"Shall we, my dear?" Alastor extended his free arm to Fluttershy, who gladly accepted it, leaning into his side as they made their way out of the hospital.
The cool evening air greeted them as they stepped outside, a stark contrast to the sterile atmosphere of the hospital. Stars twinkled overhead, their soft light a calming presence after the harsh fluorescents they'd left behind.
As they stopped at the entrance, Fluttershy glanced up at Alastor, noting the subtle tension in his jaw, the slight furrow of his brow that betrayed his lingering concerns. "Alastor," she said softly, not wanting to disturb the now-dozing Scarlett, "are you alright?"
Alastor paused, his gaze lingering on the distant horizon as he considered her question. "I'm... adjusting, my dear," he admitted after a moment. "This day has brought about changes I never anticipated."
Fluttershy nodded understandingly, giving his arm a gentle squeeze. "Change can be scary," she murmured, "but it can also lead to wonderful things." She smiled softly, her gaze drifting to Scarlett.
Alastor followed her gaze, his expression softening as he looked at their sleeping daughter. "Indeed it can," he agreed, his voice barely above a whisper.
Alastor raise his free hand allowing him to summon his cane to his hand, The disguised demon tapped his cane on the ground twice, soon Alastor’s limousine arrived in front of them, gliding as smoothly and quietly as a phantom.
Holding Scarlett in one arm, he maneuvered his way to open the limousine door with his other, holding it for Fluttershy to slide in comfortably before following her in, carefully cradling Scarlett against his chest.
As the door clicked shut, Alastor directed his driver to head home while he settled back into the plush leather seats with Fluttershy and Scarlett. The limousine moved off smoothly, the slight hum of the engine barely audible above the soft rustle of wind against the windows.
Author's Note
Charlie May have lost the first battle of wills, but can Alastor keep Charlie at bay indefinitely or will the Radio Demon fall victim to the Human's unbreakable spirit.
Sorry for the Small chapter people, I know I usually give you ones in the 6-9k words, this Chapter was just rather slow and took a bit to finish....
HOWEVER!!
Next Chapter will be quite interesting....I will move away from Alastor and Fluttershy and instead take a trip into Alastor's past deals. I promise at least two different stories in one chapter both...will include Disney Villain songs. I will not tell you what the chapters entail. I will not give you who makes the deals nor will I tell you what Alastor will ask for.
Question Time!!
KnightOfZaku
Holy shit was that an awesome chapter!
Is Shining Armor in possession of some kind of artifact that makes him so strong? Considering how old Alastor is and how powerful he's become over the centuries through his deals. It seems a little strange that Shining is able to force Alastor to retreat from almost all of their battles.
As for my thoughts on Alastor's original personality making a return. I'm thinking that Charlie taking control of his body away from Alastor was only going to be a one time thing since the latter wasn't expecting it. Now that Alastor is aware of Charlie and will be doing everything he can to ensure that doesn't happen again. I'm guessing that Charlie will now be acting as an annoying angel on Alastor's shoulder. Constantly trying to get him to change his ways.
Well for starters, Not just Shining Armor. Every Knight among the Knights of the Sun possess special armor and weapons that greatly boosts their speed and strength. the Armor and Swords have a series of Magic Runes that, Increases Speed, Strength, as well as adds Magic Negation, and Anti-Monster properties
[Message me if you want the list of what those Properties are].
nightshroud96
And so the little one is born.
Looks like the Radio Demon's original self might be showing maybe.Wonder how badass will Spike and Smolder be?
Technically is and Technically isn't a question but I'mma answer anyway....honestly I haven't done much thought in Spike and Smolder other than what they look like and they will be lovers. No idea if I'm going to have them able to shift to Greed Growth versions on command like Razzle and Dazzle. Like I said no clue at this moment in time
Okay that's all the Questions. And remember if you want to ask something go for it. I will always address your questions right down here.
And As Always, Stay Tuned Folks
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