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peace within Aster.
    He could no longer hold it in, as tears began to flow from his eyes. He never did properly mourn the loss of Commander Clarus Honore as he should have, and being there in the place where he died, holding his sword brought him the closure he needed. But Aster was no fool, and knew he had to get a move on. It wasn’t safe this far out of the city, and it’d only be a matter of time until a new batch of demons found their way to where he was. He left behind his blade in the sand as a grave marker and carried the sword known as Infernos back with him.
    He made haste back to the city, bringing with him not only a sword but also a renewed sense of duty. He was resolved to lay down his life for his Lord and the city. He was determined to protect the lives of the people. He was motivated by the memory of Commander Clarus, a great man and a loving father. His father.

Part Seven: Satan’s Dream
     
    When Aster returned an hour later, he found the hole in the Southern gate in the process of being repaired. Extra men were patrolling the area, and all was well. As it turned out, there were no casualties during the demon’s attack. Aster tiredly made his way back to the castle to make sure all was well there. The night was quiet, and the streets were deserted. Quite a contrast to the day he had been through. At the castle, it was much the same. The halls were devoid of any life, save for the night patrol guards.
    Aster made his way to the barracks, his mind already made up that he would spend the night there. He was far too tired to trek all the way back to his house. As he entered the barracks he saw a familiar face waiting for him: Venus Fayth. She was sound asleep, head down at one of the tables. She had two plates of food prepared for them to eat together. It was a sight that made Aster feel terrible about turning her down so often. For a moment, he even allowed himself to imagine what it’d be like if they were together. It felt good; so much that he had to stop himself immediately, for fear of finally giving in to it.
    He quietly made his way into his office to retrieve a spare blanket he kept for occasions like tonight where he planned to stay over. Instead of using it himself however, he wrapped it around the sleeping Captain. Once she was covered, he grabbed a few select items off the plates of food and retired to his office. The next few minutes were a mix between taking off his heavy armor and eating. He leaned Infernos up in the corner of the room where he could always see it. Finally ready for sleep, he prepared to climb into his tiny hammock in the back corner when he heard a door close. It could just be a night patrol guard coming and going, but he thought he should check anyway.
    Before he could reach his own office door, he heard a light tapping followed by the door cracking open slowly. He expected to see Venus pop her head in, but was caught completely off guard by Lord Satan instead.
    “May I come in?” he asked, as if it were even possible for Aster to say no.
    “Yes, come in my Lord.”
    “Don’t worry, I didn’t wake your sleeping friend.” Satan said with a friendly smile. His eyes were immediately drawn to Commander Clarus’s blade, Infernos, standing in the corner. “I had heard you disappeared into the desert again. I’m glad to see you found your way back safely, and with your father’s sword none the less.”
    “Thank you, my Lord. I think…I can move on now.”
    “It’s okay to have feelings, Commander. I know you have a large heart. Commander Honore and I were good friends. Your father spoke very highly of you.”
    “Really? I thought he didn’t know I existed...”
    “Who do you think recommended you to be his replacement? We’ve both lost our families too soon, Aster,” Satan told him, “lots of people have. It’s the one thing we devils can not escape here in Hell.”
    “It’s all God’s fault!” Aster shouted, the sleep deprivation and hunger finally