Alexus
"You can only work for me!" I watched as Asmodeus battered Marissa.
I could help her, but I wanted to make him think of me as a friend instead of an enemy.
Even if I did get involved and defend Marissa, it was still pointless. No matter how strong I might be, he would still beat me. I didn't stand a chance.
No matter how painful this may feel, I had to escape. Somehow I'd make that happen. I knew this place was safe and if someone comes, I'll wait for them to arrive, I thought to myself. I can always return home later.
"Listen, listen," I begged. "There's no need to kill me. Let me explain. Can we please talk about this?" I asked, trying desperately to find the reason he doesn't want to harm me.
"Explain?" He laughed bitterly. "Do you expect me to believe you?"
