My love! Do you know what this means now that I've told you who I truly am?
what does it mean? I said as I tilted my head to the side curiously
It means, my sweet, innocent Grayson, that we can have power beyond your wildest dreams! We can rule this realm together, and no one will dare oppose us!
Are you telling me...that we're... royalty down here?
Yes, my love! We are the rulers of this dark kingdom, and I want you by my side as my queen. Will you accept this destiny with me?
Yes..of course...I said blushing slightly
Oh, my dearest Grayson! cupping Grayson's face
I leaned into his touch, closing my eyes, enjoying the feeling of his touch
My love, there is one thing you must know... I'm not entirely human.
...What do you mean by that?
My love, I am a demon king. I possess powers beyond your imagination. But fear not, for I would never harm you.
I look at you, surprised but curious A demon... but you promised you wouldn't hurt me. Can I trust you?
My love, I understand your apprehension, but I swear on my eternal soul that I will never harm you.
Alright then... I trust you, Lycidas.
Thank you, my love. Your trust means everything to me. Now, let me show you the wonders of this realm. extends hand towards the darkness
Okay..I took his hand taking a few steps forward
Welcome to my kingdom, my love. leads Grayson through the dimly lit halls, showing him the grandeur of the underworld
Wow, it's beautiful down here...I whispered looking around
leans in close, whispering My love, there is one final secret I must reveal to you.
...And what might that be, Lycidas?
My love, I was not always a demon king. I was once a human, just like you. But I made a deal to ascend to this position.
So you were human once...but became a demon king...how did that happen?
My love, it happened centuries ago. I was consumed by ambition and desire for power.
How did you become a demon king?
takes a deep breath My love, it wasn't an easy path. I had to make a pact with a powerful entity, sacrificing my humanity in exchange for power.
...So you sacrificed your humanity for power...
takes Grayson's hands in his Yes, my love.
And what was the result of that sacrifice?
softly The result, my love, was that I became a demon king, ruler of this underworld realm. But with power came loneliness and darkness.
And how long have you been a demon king?
pauses, lost in thought Centuries, my love. Centuries of ruling this realm, and yet... I've never felt the warmth of love until I met you.
...That's a long time to be alone...
gently caresses Grayson's cheek Yes, my love, it has been a long and isolating journey. But now, with you by my side, everything feels different. As Lycidas Raven continues to pour his heart out to Grayson, a sense of guilt washes over him. He realizes that his centuries of loneliness were caused by his own choice to sacrifice his humanity for power.
...Do you regret becoming a demon king, Lycidas?
takes a deep breath My love, becoming a demon king was a choice I made, and I don't regret it.
...But...if you could go back, would you?
holds Grayson's face gently My love, I may not be able to change the past, but I can promise you that I will protect you and cherish you forever.
I cupped his face in my hands I won't leave you either..I whispered
leans in and kisses Grayson passionately My love, with you by my side, I can face anything that comes our way. Together, we are unstoppable.
I kissed him back passionately holding him tightly against me
breaks the kiss and gazes deeply into Grayson's eyes My love, I want to share every part of myself with you.
looks into Lycidas' eyes, a hint of mischief in mine Then show me, Lycidas. Show me all of you.
grabs Grayson's hand and leads him to a hidden chamber My love, prepare yourself for a revelation unlike any other.
I follow Lycidas eagerly, my curiosity piqued Lead the way, my love.
opens the door to a dimly lit room filled with ancient artifacts and mystical creatures Welcome to my private sanctuary, my love.
looks around in awe, taking in the sight of the mystical creatures This is incredible, Lycidas... What is all of this?
smiles proudly These creatures are bound to me, my love. They are my loyal subjects, here to serve and protect us.