Yui's heart pounded as the Demon King stepped closer, his icy gaze fixed on her.
Suddenly, a sharp chime rang inside her mind—like a bell from another world.
Before her eyes, a translucent window appeared, glowing softly with silver and crimson light.
SYSTEM ACTIVATED
[Character Status — Lilliana Evernight]
Level: 1
Class: Noble / Villainess
Health: 100 / 100
Mana: 50 / 50
Skills: None Unlocked
Special Trait: Soul-bound to Demon King (Azazel)
Current Objective: Survive and uncover truth
Yui blinked, stunned. Is this some kind of game?
She touched the air, and the window floated in front of her, responding to her thoughts.
A second window popped up:
[Scan Target: Azazel — Demon King]
Level: ??
Power: Legend-Class
Attributes:
Strength: 99+
Magic: 98+
Speed: 85
Aura: Intimidation 100 (Maximum)
Known Traits: Cold, ruthless, and feared by all kingdoms.
Relationship: Soul-bound partner (Unknown effect)
Warning: Extreme threat level. Approach with caution.
Yui's breath caught. This was no ordinary man—or demon.
I'm bound to him? Her mind raced. What does that even mean?
Another alert blinked on the system:
[Enemy Detection: Nearby]
Targets:
Emperor Lucien (Hostile) – Level 70 – Power: Commander of the Human Kingdom
Sylvia Dawnheart (Unknown) – Level 55 – Heroine of the story
Unknown Assassins (Possible) – Level 40+
Yui's fingers trembled as the system fed her vital intel. She realized this world was dangerous—and knowing your enemy's power could be the difference between life and death.
The Demon King's voice broke her thoughts.
"Do you accept the pact?"
Yui stared at the glowing sigil on her chest, then back at Azazel's intense eyes.
Her voice was small, but steady.
"I... don't know yet."