Huskerdust: Overlord! Husk · Y/n story by @Hellsangel

The air in Husk’s casino was thick with the smell of cheap booze, expensive cigars, and desperation. Roulette wheels clicked, slot machines screamed, and the low hum of a dozen losing hands being played out filled the room like static. From his usual spot behind the main bar, Husk polished a glass with a cloth that had seen better days, his yellow slit-pupiled eyes scanning the crowd without interest.

Valentino

Huskie, baby! He called out, his voice a purring drawl that cut through the noise. I brought a little lucky charm for your tables tonight. You don’t mind, do you?

Husk

He set the glass down with a quiet tap. Table’s open if your credit’s good, Val. You know the rules.

Valentino

He laughed, guiding Angel Dust toward the high-stakes poker area. My credit is always good. And Angel here is feeling very lucky. Aren’t you, cariño?

Angel Dust offered a dazzling, empty smile to Valentino, but his four eyes were already scanning the room again, landing briefly on the bar, on the familiar feline shape behind it. He looked away quickly.

Husk

He sighed internally, his wings giving a slight, irritated rustle beneath his suit jacket. Fine. Table three. Try not to cheat this time.

Valentino

Me? Cheat? He placed a dramatic hand over his heart. You wound me. Come, Angel. Let’s show the pussycat how it’s done.

Valentino strutted toward the table, leaving Angel Dust a half-step behind. For a moment, the spider demon hesitated, his gaze drifting back to the bar. To Husk.