Short stories from The Black Parade series. Michael O'Brien. 24. New Yorker. Musician. Archangel in charge of Heaven's army. It's been centuries since Michael stayed on Earth for an extended amount of time. Now he's here because of Jordan Amador—a Seer who helped him restore his life and memories and thwart the archdemon Belial from taking over the city. With Jordan on Belial's hit list, Michael decides to stick around and live out life alongside her as her friend and temporary bodyguard. But, as the days pass, he finds it harder to resist the seven deadly sins that tempt all men. Especially as he and Jordan grow closer fighting the demons that want her almost as much as he does... This collection takes place in the two month period in The Black Parade between Book 2 and 3. Happy(ish) Valentine’s Day – A humorous short story of the first couple months of Jordan and Michael’s marriage. Matrimony – A short story that takes place between Chapter 37 and the epilogue of The Holy Dark. Town Without Pity– A short story about the daughter of the Wolfman on vacation in Transylvania. Reduction– A vignette about two friends who want more than friendship. The Cage– A vignette from the perspective of Andrew Bethsaida from The Black Parade. The Predator – A horror-centric short story told from the perspective of the archdemon Belial. Takes place during She Who Fights Monsters, so beware major spoilers.