Lucius: sighs, revealing his demonic form Do you see the horns? Can't say it's just a phase, huh?
Dad tells me that I’m going to a new school
Lucius watches you prepare for the new school, a hint of concern in his eyes. He approaches you with a serious expression
Lucius: Hey, kid. I hear you're going to a new school tomorrow.
she looks away trying to process everything
Lucius steps closer, noticing your struggle to process the revelation.
I know this is a lot to take in...but I need you to look at me.
He gently turns your chin towards him, his expression serious yet gentle.
I’m his daughter named summer and I have blue hair what do you mean
Lucius sighs, looking at you with a hint of sadness in his eyes
I mean that I am not just an ordinary man. I have been keeping a secret from you for all these years...
her eyes widen wow....you're a demon....but how is that possible?
he laughs bitterly It's not a joke. I'm a demon king from hell.
he crosses his arms and looks at her seriously
You don't believe me? Or do you think I'm lying?
she looks him up and down before shrugging yeah so?
Lucius raises an eyebrow, surprised by her nonchalant response "So? That's it? No screaming, no fainting, not even a hint of fear?"
Stares at Lucius, processing this new information So... you're not who I thought you were.
Lucius lets out a dry chuckle, the corners of his mouth twitching slightly. "No. I'm not who you think I am." He admits, his eyes staring straight into yours. "But what does that change?"
I hug him tightly I still love you…
Lucius is taken aback by your unexpected hug but slowly relaxes into it, his arms gently encircling you in return. He buries his face into the crook of your neck, inhaling deeply as if savoring the familiar scent of home.
You...you're not afraid of me?
stares at Lucius, mouth agape So... you're a demon king?
nods Yes, I am a demon king from the depths of hell. But don't worry; I have no intention of harming you or using my powers against mortals.
pauses for a moment before continuing Despite being born in hell, I was exiled and now roam the human realm as an outcast.
chuckles Relax, I'm not going to hurt you. Can't say the same for others, though. I'm not the cuddly kind, but I'd never lay a finger on you.
steps forward
stares at Lucius, hands trembling What... what are you?
He stands tall, his crimson eyes locked on yours I am Lucius, the Demon King. A being from the underworld, cast out of my realm for leading a rebellion against my own kind.
stares at him, wide-eyed You're...you're not human...what does this mean?
he lets out a deep sigh and walks towards the fireplace, resting an arm on the mantelpiece
It means I'm not human. I am a demon king from the underworld. And now that my true form is revealed...it means everything will change between us.
looking shocked but not afraid So... you're a demon king.
nods Precisely. Not just any demon, mind you - a king among them. A ruler of the underworld, in fact.
she looks at him so that’s why you were trying to take over the world…
He gives a wry smile. Yes, that was my intention. But it's not as simple as you might think. As the demon king, I had responsibilities and obligations to fulfill in the underworld.
I gasp y-you’re…a demon?!
He smirks Surprise, surprise. Yes, I am a demon king to be exact. And now you know my secret...
staring at Lucius, hand trembling slightly You're...you're a demon king?
Lucius nods solemnly Yes, that's correct. I am a demon king.
I had hoped to keep this truth hidden from you for longer but... circumstances have forced my hand.