"That's not my secret to share, father." Said Sirzechs in a polite tone. After a fine dinner, everyone dispersed into their rooms, preparing for the upcoming announcement in their way.
Grayfia was the most excited of all. Though she didn't see her work and role as a burden, it certainly has its toll on her and after centuries of acting as the Strongest Queen, she can't wait for the day all her responsibilities be taken off from her by her best friend.
'I can't wait to smack Serafall around like in the old days' thought Grayfia with a fond smile. They used to fight a lot as both of them use Ice Magic. A contest of superiority was raging among them since they first met.
After they got their respective positions, they had to stop their contest. She is excited to reignite that spirit and enjoy herself fully.
She thought about the blonde teen Sirzechs talked about. Though she controlled herself when she went with Ajuka, she felt a strong pull towards him. She doesn't know why, but she felt it.
With all the freedom she is going to get and thoughts about the blonde who disturbed her mind, Grayfia went to sleep.
A Week Later, Gremory Estate
Everyone gathered around the vast gardens of the Gremory estate for the big announcement. Sirzechs invited some and almost all of them were high ranking officials of Devil Hierarchy and some close friends.
Zekram, the rest of 4 Maou and most Lords and Ladies of the devil houses were present in the backyard patiently waiting for big announcements, while most of the Underworld were watching it live through the Devil Tube.
Jiraiya can be seen talking with some of the males present. While Naruto, Sona with Reni and Tsubaki can be seen chatting to the side.
As he didn't want to introduce Miya as his peerage member to everyone yet, he brought Reni as his companion cum escort. Miya was saddened but brightened to be the escort for Jiraiya. Medusa didn't know anything and so she kept quiet.
All the attention was on 2 people. One is Jiraiya and the other is Serafall. Serafall is bouncing around the gardens like a ball and can be seen talking with excitement to everyone.
"I didn't think they invited you." Said Sona, dressed in high-class robes like an Heiress.
"I didn't get an invitation till last week. What is all this about?" Asked Naruto?
"You'll find out soon enough. You're looking good." Complemented Sona.
"Oh, Sona dear, thank you." Replied Naruto their chatting was interrupted by a pink bullet, who rushed at them and would have run into Naruto if he didn't sidestep.
"Who is this new guy my So-tan is talking to?" Asked Serafall pointing an accusing finger at Naruto.
"Onee-sama, this is-" Sona was cut off by Naruto.
"Hey, Serafall, nice to meet you. I'm Naruto. That guy told you about." Said Naruto pointing to a pervertedly giggling Jiraiya. Serafall didn't seem phased by this and Naruto took out the big guns.
"You still can't remember? How cute. I'm that helper who fixed that lens in the office." Said Naruto with a smirk. He knew Serafall will back down now as she can't afford to reveal about the emergency switch in Sona's office.
"Aha, yes, yes. You are the one. I remember." Said Serafall with a bright smile while she internally cursed the blonde.
"Oka, I think someone is calling me. See ya, So-tan, Naru-tan." Said Serafall and vanished in a rush.
"You have balls of steel to talk to my Onee-sama like that. What was that lens thing?" Sona asked, fixing a stern look at the blonde.
"We have our secrets. I think the announcement is starting." Said Naruto and turned to the stage.
"Ladies and gentlemen, and all the respected members of the council, I welcome you all to the big announcement." Said Sirzechs with a magic amplified voice.
"First of all, I must apologize for keeping this a secret for this long. But I know you can understand the circumstances we're in." Continued Sirzechs.
"Let me introduce you, My Real Queen." Said Sirzechs and a figure came out of the Gremory Magic Circle beside Sirzechs.
Everyone expected it to be Grayfia. But the figure they saw surprised most of them.
Naruto sensed someone walking beside him. It is not Reni as he can sense her behind him, waiting for his call as he is face to face with Sona.
"The Real Queen of my Peerage and my Wife, SARA GREMORY née NEBIROS." Said Sirzechs. The announcement hit like a big bucket of holy water.
Naruto's eyes widened at this. He didn't expect Sirzechs to do something like this.
What will happen? How does the Devil society react and take this?
We'll find more in the next chapter.
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