The day wrapped up faster than Lucifer expected. As he walked out of class, that weird feeling hit him again—like someone was watching.
He glanced back.
Nothing.
Not a single soul behind him. Empty hallway. Quiet breeze. Still, the feeling clung to him like a shadow.
Today, he met two new faces. Vina—the tall, athletic blonde with black eyes that didn't blink much. And Rey—the guy with the emotionless stare that could probably cut through steel. He wasn't a werewolf, so sniffing people out wasn't his thing, but something about those two? They weren't human. He was sure of it.
And ever since crossing paths with them, that sensation started. The weight of eyes that didn't blink. The chill that ran down his spine like cold water.
He didn't know who it was yet. But when he did?
He'd rip their heart out.
Literally.
Shaking it off, he shoved his hands in his pockets and took a turn toward his apartment. There was a party tonight, and he needed to look sharp.
As the evening rolled in, the city lights flickered to life, washing the streets in neon glow. Lucifer stepped out of the shower, towel wrapped around his waist, drops of water sliding down his toned frame. He stared at his reflection in the mirror—red eyes staring back, calm but sharp.
Sliding into black ripped jeans and a dark turtleneck, he threw on a silver chain and pulled a jacket over it—just enough style to stand out, just enough black to stay in character. As he adjusted his rings, his gaze drifted to the window.
Still that feeling. Watching. Always watching.
He walked over and pulled the curtain aside fast.
Nothing.
He sighed.
"Whoever you are, just come out already," he muttered under his breath, grabbing his phone and slipping it into his pocket.
Lucifer locked his door and stepped into the cool night. The air felt alive. Electric. Something about tonight wasn't going to be normal—and he could feel it in his bones.
He walked down the street under the streetlights, hands in pockets, city buzzing in the distance.
Time to party.
Minutes Later
The night air was cool, brushing against Lucifer's skin as he walked up the stone steps of the house. Music thumped softly from inside—low, elegant beats meant for the rich and bored. The kind of party where champagne was never out of reach, and fake smiles were worn better than suits.
He knocked once.
The door opened almost immediately.
Zane stood there in a crisp black suit, his expression unreadable.
"Welcome, Lucifer," he said formally, stepping aside without making eye contact.
Lucifer smiled faintly, his red eyes glowing under the dim porch light. "Thanks for having me."
He stepped inside.
The place was lit like a movie scene—golden lights, polished floors, laughter dancing in the air. Waiters weaved through the crowd with trays, and everywhere he looked, expensive faces with expensive clothes talked about boring things with forced enthusiasm.
Lucifer's smile widened.
Perfect.
These were the elite. Kids of politicians, CEOs, oil tycoons. They had power. But not real power.
He reached out and took a glass of wine from a passing waiter, swirling it gently as he walked through the crowd. Some heads turned, curious. He stood out—dark, quiet, and oddly charismatic.
When he reached the front of the room, he turned to face them, raising his glass slightly.
"Can I have your attention?"
The music dimmed.
Voices quieted.
All eyes turned.
He raised his glass high. "To us… the future."
Glasses clinked softly across the room. Some smiled. Some just watched.
Lucifer drank slowly, then set the glass down. He took a breath, then stepped forward.
"I'll be honest," he began, voice smooth and calm. "I didn't come here just to drink or dance."
He paused, letting the silence grow.
"I arranged this party because I want to start something. Something real. An organization."
Whispers began.
"What kind of organization?" someone asked from the back.
Lucifer's red eyes flickered.
"One built not just on wealth or influence… but power—the kind of power no one talks about."
He stepped closer.
"Tell me… what good is your family's name when a werewolf is clawing through your bedroom window at midnight?"
The room shifted. Eyes widened. Unease began to creep in.
"What are you talking about?" another voice called, nervous.
Lucifer smiled slightly.
"The supernatural world isn't a fairy tale. It's real. And it doesn't care how many followers you have or how expensive your car is."
He let his voice dip into that velvet tone—slow, seductive, almost hypnotic.
"You live in a world where monsters walk beside you. And you? You're powerless. You don't even know it."
A girl with a nervous laugh asked, "So what, you're saying you're a monster?"
Lucifer chuckled, "No. I'm saying I'm offering you a choice. To stop being prey."
Someone scoffed. "What, you want us to fight werewolves with swords and garlic?"
Lucifer raised a brow. "I'm offering you strength. Real strength. The kind that makes you faster. Stronger. Eternal."
His voice dropped to a whisper, but everyone heard it.
"I'm offering you the chance to become something more. Something… like me."
Silence.
Then the murmurs began again—mixed curiosity and fear.
"But what are you?"
Lucifer's eyes gleamed crimson as he smiled.
"Vampire."
Gasps. Nervous shifting.
But no one ran.
Because deep down, they wanted to believe.
And Lucifer could feel it. The spark. The curiosity.
He could work with that.
Lucifer's voice echoed through the room, low and steady, commanding attention as he stood before them all. The atmosphere thickened with every word he spoke, the weight of his presence growing like an invisible force.
"I am Lucifer," he began, his crimson eyes glinting, "and no, not the devil. But I can make you something far more powerful."
He let the silence stretch for a moment, allowing the tension to build. His gaze swept over the room, locking eyes with those who dared to meet his.
"I can make you vampires. Creatures of the night. Immortal. Strong. Eternal."
A shiver ran through the crowd. Some looked intrigued, others uncertain. But Lucifer didn't pause. He knew what he was offering.
"I don't just want to create an army of vampires. I want to build a clan—one that the entire supernatural world will bow to. With your wealth, your connections... or your parents' wealth, we can make it happen."
He took a slow step forward, his voice cutting through the growing tension.
"I believe you all are the perfect candidates. With your resources, we can craft a clan that will strike fear into the hearts of even the most powerful. We're not just talking about vampires. There will be humans too. You don't need to become one of us if you don't want to. But even as humans, you can join. There will be other supernatural beings, too—werewolves, kitsune, witches... you name it. All working together, united by a single purpose."
Lucifer's eyes flashed. His smile was cold, sharp.
"Think about it. Power, immortality, greatness. It's all within your grasp. So... what do you say? Will you join me? Or will you stay in the shadows, powerless and forgotten?"