Chapter 204: Alliance
As I sat on the throne, anticipation building inside me, I couldn't help but feel a strange excitement buzzing through me. The day had finally arrived—the day when important figures from the Underworld were coming to Nazarick. Today was an "official" meeting, but deep down, it felt more like a family reunion with a few formalities sprinkled in.
From what I had been told, the guests included Ajuka Beelzebub, Sirzechs Lucifer, Serafall Leviathan, Grayfia Lucifuge, Rias, her peerage, and Sona with her peerage as well. Rias and Sona were coming for more personal reasons—they were my lovers. And, well, if I'm being honest, most of Rias' peerage was too. I could already imagine how Rias and Sona would react once they saw me in my full royal form. The thought made me grin.
Even though they were familiar with the regular me—the relaxed, laid-back version—they had never seen me like this. The "royal" me. It was almost like I was a kid excited to show off a new toy or a special skill. I couldn't help but feel that bit of pride mixed with nerves. Oh God, I really am a kid, I thought to myself.
Beside me, the guardians of Nazarick stood in a line, all of them wearing serious expressions that reflected the gravity of the event. Even I didn't know why they were so intense. Sure, on paper, this was an official meeting between the Underworld and Nazarick, but everyone knew that wasn't the real reason. Sirzechs was my brother-in-law, Serafall was both my sister-in-law and one of my lovers, and Grayfia... well, she had recently agreed to go on a date with me. So, really, it was more personal than political.
The only person I hadn't met in person yet was Ajuka Beelzebub, and from what I'd heard, he was more the calculating, analytical type.
Still, the formality of the situation required a certain decorum, and I was expected to act the part of the ruler of Nazarick. I adjusted my posture on the throne, sitting up straight and exuding an air of confidence.
Let's give them a show, I thought, a smile tugging at the corners of my mouth.
The large double doors of the throne room slowly creaked open, and the echo of footsteps filled the room. My guests had arrived.
Sirzechs was the first to enter, his regal aura filling the room as he stepped inside. His crimson hair and calm demeanor commanded attention. Following closely behind was Grayfia, the epitome of grace and maid-like kink.