Lyrixa: For one in particular... (She subtly gestures to Kasper, without naming him aloud) ...a personal reward awaits a private estate, equipped for research and rest, gifted by the crown itself.
Klaus: A private estate? Who could that be?
Freya: (smirks) This human sure is interesting, for the queen to give him so much. She really puts all hopes on him.
Lyrixa: (continues) And lastly by mutual agreement, the royal court wishes to announce a marriage pact between this honored individual and Lady Khaos of the Saber Clan and Bael platoon. May their union bring forth new strength and deepen the bonds of alliance between our people. Let this day be remembered, not just for the dragon's fall, but for the power of loyalty, sacrifice, and unity."
Crowd: (let out roaring cheers)
Lyrixa: Let the ceremony beginning.
A quiet balcony in the palace, later that evening. The cheers from the ceremony are faint in the distance. Lyraen stands, looking out over Purgatory, her crimson cloak fluttering. Kasper walks in, standing next to her.
Kasper: I figured you'd be here… avoiding the crowd again?
Lyraen: (smirks) Celebrations are loud. I prefer silence... and shadows.
Kasper; (leans on the railing beside her)
You took the credit like I asked. No hesitation.
Lyraen; (glances at him) I knew why you wanted it that way. You're hiding something... and not just from the people. As a human and not a high rank demon. But I trusted you. Still do.
Kasper: (quietly) Thank you.
Lyraen: But why shift the glory to me? You risked everything out there. It would be fine letting the queen know about it.
Kasper: Because someone like me wasn't meant to stand in the light. Not yet. Maybe never. I know the queen knows about it already. But I must keep a low profile since I'm a mere human and an enemy to the demons.
Lyraen; (steps closer) You think the light cares who stands in it? You earned it, Kasper. If it were up to me, I'd have shouted your name myself.
Kasper: (meets her gaze) But you didn't.
Lyraen; (sighs softly, a hint of something more) Because you asked me not to. And maybe… because I want to keep you to myself a little longer. Fame would take you away too fast.
Kasper: (surprised) Lady Lyraen...?
Lyraen: (turns away) Besides, now you're being married off to some Saber clan demon. I suppose congratulations are in order.
Kasper: (smiles slightly) Yeah, I guess and I didn't mean to keep it from you. It was more like an accident, but I'm ready to take responsibilities.
Lyraen: (quiet, but firm) The necklace around your neck. (Stared at the necklace) It seals the marriage?
Kasper: Yes (stared at the necklace)
Lyraen: Hmm...I ....(Suddenly stopped in her words)
A beat of silence. The firelight from the city glows below. They stood together, close but not touching.
Lyraen: You can always come to find me if you have any problem. (With that, she walked away)
Athena: Looks like you've got yourself another lover(spoke up from behind)
Kasper: Lady Lyraen? (Shocked at Athena's words and Lyraen's actions). Am I missing something?
Khaos: Kasper... (Walks up to him after Lyraen had taken her leave) Wanna join me and big brother?
Kasper: Hmm (nods)
...
In the middle of a vast barren land a figure with a black cloak rode on a demon horse. It has been hours since she embarked on this journey. The sun gave way and the moon peeked up in the sky, shining so bright. Produce enough light to see one's steps.
The lady gathered few sticks and lit up a camp fire. She careful smoked meat from her killed game over the fire. After confirming the tenderness, she devoured every bit then leaned against the sleeping horse for some rest.
...
Back in Purgatory.
The ceremony kept going on, but even minutes to Lyrixa felt like her soul being sucked out. Kasper impatience grew more, the mana wave was getting closer and closer. The next morning Kasper moved into the mini mansion Lyrixa had gifted him.
Kasper: Woooah (mesmerized as he scanned every corner of the building) So cool. I wish mom was here (smiled sadly)
Khaos: What's wrong? (Walked up)
Kasper: Uhn? You're here? (Surprised to see her)
Khaos: I asked of you from Sir Leon and Howzer and they told me you were here.