My what a strange duet - send-heaven-my-regards + maidofdesolation
She scoffed, "JUST Queen of the Succubi? I've had more accomplishments." She stepped closer to Lucifer, smiling quite...sweetly. "Seriously, Luci. We could have a partnership. You run the carnival, I bring sinners to you. See! We both win." She twirled her hair, watching his expression closely. "We could be best of friends, Luci!"
Lucifer regarded her stonily... until the point where she addressed him as 'Luci', then a look that could curdle blood instantaneously crossed his face. His eyes blazed in the mask of paint and he raises a taloned finger. His words were low and measured, not far off a whisper , but held the promise of rage. " I don't give a damn what title the mortal world bestows on you... here... in.. my... realm, you have no special standing and will address me with the proper respect, that abbreviation.. it suggests familiarity, something you don't have the privilege of." Lucifer knows of her only too well and he labelled her as 'pushy' long ago. Well he was no push over and she'd better get that straight.
He lowered his hand and gathered his robe about him, settling back in his chair, a mocking smile replacing the scowl. "And why should you imagine I need a partnership ? Explain it to me.. do. All who make their way here come unaided, by their own efforts... you seem to be a little behind the times my dear. Modern marketing does far better than any of the old temptations. Why... I have a whole army of willing followers topside collecting me fresh sinners and offering constant 'hails' daily. So what might you have to offer that would be worthy of any special consideration... sweetheart ?"