The Guard in Disguise

That night, Alex and Alen sat in Alex’s study, the playful banter giving way to curiosity. “What do you think’s going on with him?” Alen asked, leaning back in his chair.

Alex shrugged, his expression thoughtful. “Lucifer’s always been impulsive, but this feels... different. Whoever this Luna is, she’s got him turning his life upside down.”

“Think she’s the reason he’s been so distant these past years?” Alen mused.

“Maybe,” Alex replied, a small smile tugging at his lips. “Guess we’ll find out soon enough.”

With his brothers’ promise of help, Lucifer felt a glimmer of hope. True to their word, Alex and Alen worked their magic. Their vast network of connections opened doors that would have otherwise remained shut.

The next morning, Lucifer received a call from Alex. “You’re in,” he said, his tone still carrying a hint of disbelief. “You’re officially Luna’s new bodyguard.”

Lucifer let out a breath he didn’t realize he’d been holding. “Thanks, Alex.”

“Don’t thank me yet,” Alex replied. “Just... don’t screw this up.”

As Lucifer arrived at Luna’s house later that day, he couldn’t help but feel a mix of nerves and excitement. Dressed in a sleek black suit, he looked every bit the part of a professional bodyguard.

When the door opened, Luna’s caretaker greeted him. “Ah, you must be the new guard,” she said, giving him a once-over. “Come in. Miss Luna is in the living room.”

Lucifer stepped inside, his heart racing. He spotted Luna by the window, her back to him. She looked peaceful, yet there was a sadness in the way she sat, her hands resting in her lap.

Clearing his throat, Lucifer straightened himself and spoke with a firm, official tone. “Miss Luna, as we discussed yesterday, I’m your new bodyguard. I’ve been assigned to ensure your safety and provide any assistance you might need.

She turned to face him, her gaze sharp but filled with skepticism. “New guard? You seem a bit... clumsy for the job,” she said, her voice laced with amusement. “And didn’t you disappear yesterday without so much as a goodbye? Will you be running off like that in the future too?”

Lucifer took a deep breath, forcing a smile as he tried to keep his nerves in check. “I’m here to help,” he replied, his voice steady despite the teasing in her tone. “I won’t disappear on you again.” He stood firm, despite the playful jab, determined to prove himself in this new role, even if it meant starting with such a rocky beginning.

Luna studied him for a moment before nodding. “Fine. Just... stay out of my way.”

As he settled into his new role, Lucifer couldn’t shake the overwhelming urge to protect her—not just from the world, but from the pain she carried. He vowed to stay by her side, even if it meant keeping his true identity hidden.

Back at Alex’s home, the twins were still trying to piece together Lucifer’s sudden transformation. “Do you think he’ll tell her who he really is?” Alen asked, pouring himself a drink.

“Eventually,” Alex replied. “But knowing Lucifer, he’ll probably make a mess of it first.”

They shared a laugh, their bond as brothers strong even amidst the mystery surrounding Luna.

“Whoever she is,” Alen said, raising his glass, “she’s already changed him. Let’s hope it’s for the better.”

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