The Valvas estate's training hall glimmered under the evening sun, yet the warmth within had little to do with magic. Roy walked alongside Grayfia Lucifuge, his crimson-gold eyes calm but brimming with intent.
After a month of working with the Evil Pieces, Roy had made a decision:
One set of Evil Pieces would remain hidden, reserved for his peerage summoned through the system.
The other set would be used for those he trusted, individuals with talent, loyalty, and dedication.
And there was one person he wanted most to have a special place by his side.
The Proposal
Roy stopped and looked at Grayfia.
"Grayfia... I want you to be my queen in my Evil Piece set," he said quietly.
Grayfia froze, her composure slipping as tears welled in her eyes.
"R-Roy-sama... I... I may ask you in the future to allow me to be your queen..."
Roy smiled warmly and embraced her. His lips brushed her forehead in a soft kiss.
"I understand your heart, Grayfia. I know your feelings... and I want you not only as my queen in the peerage, but to walk beside me in life. Always."
Grayfia's breath hitched, her cheeks flushed a deep crimson. In that instant, the words and the intent were crystal clear—Roy was asking her hand in marriage.
Tears slipped down her face, but her smile shone brighter than ever.
"Roy... I... yes! I will be your queen," she whispered.
Power Upgrade: Roy's Dowry
After Grayfia became his queen, Roy revealed his next gift.
"Consider this... my dowry for your hand in marriage."
He placed his hand gently on her forehead and activated the System Store Bloodline Upgrade Card, targeting Grayfia.
Immediately, her devil power surged, breaking from Peak Satan Class to Super Devil Class (Transcendental Class). Her ice magic, already formidable, became innate—a part of her essence rather than just a skill.
Grayfia gasped, feeling the cold brilliance of her new power, the energy coiling within her like a living creature.
Then, Roy pressed her forehead again, and this time she felt Ice Dragon Slayer Magic flow into her—perfectly controlled, without side effects.
"Roy... this... this power..." Grayfia whispered, awe and love mingling in her voice.
Roy smiled, gently brushing a strand of hair from her face.
"Now, Grayfia... you are stronger than ever. I wanted you to have the strength to walk by my side, not only as my queen, but as my partner in everything."
Grayfia's blush deepened, redder than the flames of Ryūjin Jakka. Her lips parted in surprise and delight.
The First Kiss as Partners
Roy, drawn by the sight of her flushed cheeks and sparkling eyes, lost control for just a moment. He pressed his lips to hers softly.
"You're... beautiful," he murmured against her lips.
Grayfia froze for a heartbeat before melting into the kiss, her hands trembling slightly against his chest.
When they pulled back, Grayfia's smile was radiant, shy, and full of love.
"Roy... I... I'm yours," she whispered.
"And I am yours, Grayfia. Forever," Roy replied, holding her close, his heart full.
A New Era Begins
With Grayfia as his queen, her power ascended to Transcendental Class, and she mastered Ice Dragon Slayer Magic, Roy had not only strengthened his peerage but also solidified their bond.
Grayfia's loyalty and love were unwavering, and now she had the strength to face the world with Roy.
Roy's circle—friends, allies, and girls who loved him—watched from afar, sensing the unshakable connection between the Yaksha and his queen.
The Valvas estate seemed brighter, warmer, and more alive than ever, as the boy destined to change the Underworld and Grayfia, his transcendent queen, began their journey together.