The Infernal Serpent

This is a recurring theme, Balthazar thinks. He'll mention something he and Lucifer have done, and get a look of surprise from one of the people closest to Lucifer. Repeatedly, the point is being driven home that he is Different and Important, with capital letters, and the novelty of that may never wear off. The reminder doesn't hurt, though; be careful with the heart of the King of Chaos.

"While he was wounded, no less," he says softly, and shakes his head. "I'll keep that in mind."

He listens to the list of Court members attentively, memorizing names and positions. He may or may not get along with all of them, although Balthazar himself is quite easygoing with other angels. "I probably ought to at least meet his children before too long," he muses. "But I wouldn't want to rush him."