Flowers for a Devil
Because Asmo didn't get an official birthday event story this year, which we think is pretty unfair as the last in the brothers' cycle, we made our own birthday story and art 😤
Asmodeus has always loved surrounding himself with flowers, but this year, he's gotten really into flower language. So as a surprise for his birthday, everyone decides to throw a flower-themed party, and they all get him different flowers that they thought would suit him!
(story and flower explanations below the cut)
SOLOMON
As Asmo insists on ringing in his birthday, Solomon finds himself dragged out clubbing the night before
But seeing as they would be out together, he figures it would be a perfect opportunity to give his pact-mate his gift right at midnight
He offers Asmo a narcissus, which earns him a little bit of an eye-roll, though he laughs it off
"Well, yes, it does mean egotism of course. But it also means 'stay sweet as you are.' Happy birthday, Asmodeus. Never change."
MAMMON
Mammon was dragged out the night before as well, though a bit more willingly, as part of Team Party People
Not quite having thought it through as much but not wanting to be outdone, he gives Asmo his flower as soon as they get home at the end of the night
His is a lovely little yellow flower, called a coreopsis
"It means 'always cheerful.' Because ya always try so hard to make everyone happy. We notice, ya know. Happy birthday, Asmo!"
BEELZEBUB
Initially, Beel had planned to wait to give his flower along with everyone else at the party, but by morning, the sweet scent of it has him worried
Not wanting to accidentally eat it during the day, he gives it to Asmo first thing at breakfast
The Avatar of Lust squeals with delight at the amethyst tones of the forget-me-not
"Happy birthday, Asmo. You're a great big brother to me and Belphie. So this is to show that I really admire you."
DIAVOLO
The young prince is so excited to give his gift that he actually gets to the party early
Once he arrives, he seeks out Asmo right away, grinning widely
He proudly hands the stalk of white delphinium blossoms to the lustful demon, and gets a smile almost just as big in return
"These are for you, Asmodeus. According to human realm traditions, these represent a happy nature. I hope you'll continue to share yours with the entire Devildom! Happy birthday!"
BARBATOS
The prince's butler, of course, comes not far behind his liege
He smiles politely at the birthday demon and hands forth the blossom he brought as well
Upon seeing the daylily in his hands, Asmo immediately takes the "coquetry" flower as license to flirt shamelessly with his fellow pact-holder
"Ah, please don't misunderstand, I'm afraid this doesn't mean I share your particular inclinations. But the meaning of it certainly reminded me of you. Happy birthday, Asmodeus."
THIRTEEN
Though she's not especially close with Asmodeus, she still decided to drop by the party
Not one to show up empty-handed, she makes sure to have a flower for him too
To be on the safe side, she chose an orchid, which he's certainly happy enough to receive
"Love and beauty is basically, like, your thing, right? So this is for you! Happy birthday!"
MEPHISTOPHELES
At Diavolo's enthusiastic invitation, Mephisto deigns to join the party and its theme
However, since he's not very fond of the brothers, he settles on gifting a sprig of candytuft to indicate his indifference
Asmodeus, however, is only familiar with its more positive meanings -- sweetness, joy, and beauty -- so he's perfectly pleased by the selection, to Mephisto's confusion
"Don't tell me you're happy about a gift like this? You lot truly are bizarre. Anyway, I'm told it's your birthday, so happy birthday."
SIMEON
Simeon is next to approach the Avatar of Lust, with both other angels following along behind
He presents the flower simply, but Asmo is immediately fascinated by the odd pink petals at its base
Having known him for a long time, Simeon thinks the lady's slipper and its meaning of capricious beauty sounded just right for his friend
"We actually wanted to get some Celestial Realm flowers for you, but we didn't get a chance to go back. Still, I thought this one would suit you well. Happy birthday!"
RAPHAEL
Raphael, having also known Asmodeus a long time but on slightly less friendly terms, is a bit more awkward about his gift as he approaches
Nonetheless, he smiles as he gives his flower, reiterating Simeon's apology for not being able to get one from the Celestial Realm
He doesn't mention the meaning of the anemone, letting his bittersweet feelings towards the former angel go unspoken -- a forsaken affection, new beginnings, and protection from evil
"Here, this is for you. I hope you like it. Happy birthday, Asmodeus."
LUKE
Luke is quivering a bit behind Simeon, though more out of shyness now than the fear he used to have towards the demon
He thrusts the stalk of little flowers forward, and yelps audibly when Asmo starts petting his head in thanks
Shouting once again that he is not a dog, he mentally reaffirms the lesser-known secondary meaning he found for the gifted white hyacinth -- "I'll pray for you"
"Um, I heard they used to call you the Jewel of the Heavens...so I got you this flower that represents loveliness. Happy birthday, Asmo!"
BELPHEGOR
Belphie is less inclined towards the outright partying, so he waits until Asmo pauses to get a drink to give his gift
He has his brattiest grin as he hands the flower over, and although Asmo rolls his eyes and tells him to stop it, he very clearly actually thinks it's cute of his youngest brother
Despite that, Belphegor had chosen the white hydrangea for him means togetherness and sincere feelings, perfect for family -- though, fittingly, it also represents vanity
"Here, a flower for the most narcissistic member of our family. Just kidding. Happy birthday, Asmo."
LEVI
Sensing his chance, Levi also takes the opportunity to present his flower to Asmo
He tries not to be too jealous of the beautiful bouquet that his brother has gathered, though the Avatar of Envy can't help but think he could never be popular enough to receive all that
But after all, his envy is equally driven by admiration, and the variegated tulip precisely represented things he admires about his brother -- his beautiful, charming eyes and his popularity and fame
"Happy birthday, Asmo! I heard about this flower from the anime I was watching last week, I Accidentally Ate A Poisonous Flower and Now I've Been Reincarnated As A Demonic Princess?!, and thought it sounded just like you. I hope you like it!"
SATAN
It's at this point that Satan realizes that almost everyone else has given their flower, and he's determined to at least beat Lucifer to it
He had studied books on flower meanings for a solid month trying to select the perfect one, and is confident he's chosen the perfect one to describe Asmo
Though the citron flower he gives means "ill-natured" beauty, he hands it over with begrudging affection, which his brother immediately teases him for
"Argh, this kind of thing is exactly why I chose this! But it does mean beauty as well, just like you. Happy birthday, Asmo."
LUCIFER
As the party winds down, Asmo has a pretty sizeable bouquet in hand, and he's excited to show it off to his eldest brother before they head home
As he does so, he looks expectantly at Lucifer, who just smirks, because of course he has a flower ready too
He gives Asmo an alyssum, which the younger brother is familiar with but looks at with some confusion -- worth beyond beauty?
"It means exactly what you think it does, yes. Remember that in this next year. Happy birthday, Asmo."
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Cookie's Writing Challenge Day Two: Sunflowers
Prompt of the day: Sunflowers
Pairing: Lucifer x Margarette Camellia Sanchez (OC)
Genre: Fluff
Summary: The Avatar of Pride buys his human her favorite flowers.
Warning: Might be a little OOC. The writer's craving fluff again. Grammatical errors ahead.
Cookie's 18th Birthday Bash Countdown Event
Cookie's Writing Challenge Prompts
< Day One: Sweets ••• Day Three: Rest >
Sunflowers. In the human world, it represents joy and happiness. A flower associated with the sun.
Bright.
Lively.
Shining.
It was a flower that she always adored. He remembered how her eyes sparkled as she gently caressed its petals with her thumb when he brought her one for the first time.
"You remembered that sunflowers are my favorite? It's lovely. Thank you, Luci!"
How can he forget? It was something that made her smile. And he can never forget the things that make his favorite human smile.
The sun never shines in the Devildom. It has always been like that. But when she smiled, it was like he was seeing the sunrise for the first time. Beautiful.
He vowed to himself that he would do anything to protect that smile of hers.
And that promise came to mind when he saw sunflowers displayed in front of a flower shop.
He was out in the human world for a business trip and was walking back to his hotel when he passed by the flower shop where the sunflowers were displayed. And before he knew it, he was already inside the flower shop talking to the florist.
"Hello. How can I help you today?"
"A bouquet of sunflowers, please."
"Right away, sir." The florist went inside to arrange the bouquet.
A few moments later, they returned with the bouquet in hand.
With a friendly smile, they handed the sunflower bouquet to him. "I'm sure your wife will love them, sir."
Wife. The two of them aren't married yet, but the prospect of her being called his wife doesn't sound so bad.
"She's not my wife... yet."
The florist's eyes widened. "Oh, I'm sorry. I thought you were already married."
"It's alright. They're lovely. Thank you."
He left the shop satisfied with what he bought, and the only thing that's left is to give it to her.
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"Lucifer! You're back!"
She greeted him with her usual cheery voice, a hug, and a kiss on the cheek.
"I'm back. The others?"
"Mammon and Asmo are out, Satan, Belphie, and Levi are in their rooms, and Beel won't be back until 7 due to fangol practice."
He smiled. He took the bouquet he was hiding and gave it to her.
"Oh, Luci, they're beautiful! But... why? Is there a special occasion I'm forgetting, somehow?"
He frowned at her perplexed look. "Do I need a reason to surprise you?"
"W-well, no... I was just caught off-guard. I'm not used to receiving gifts for no reason."
He chuckled before placing a kiss on her head. "Well, you better get used to it, my dear."
Sunflowers. They represent joy and happiness. And Lucifer had found his sunflower, shining brightly under the Devildom's endless night sky.
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