Kai is crowned king, noting dirt under his nails from recent burial rites and the contrast between his new silver crown and Kitt’s golden crown, which still rests with Kitt beneath the willow. Standing where Kitt once stood, Kai feels Kitt’s presence and reflects on his own transformation from Enforcer and perceived monster to a redeemed ruler.

Addressing the court, Kai promises to continue Kitt’s hidden plans, which the court does not know, and declares his first decree: keeping Ilya’s borders open, welcoming Ordinaries back into the city, and rebuilding Ilya as Kitt wished. He proclaims Kitt will be remembered as the greatest king in Ilya’s history, drawing applause from the throne room.

Kai then seeks out Paedyn Gray, leads her into the courtyard, and revisits a memory by placing forget-me-nots in her hair. Their banter affirms their bond and shared history, easing the weight of the moment with intimacy and humor.

Kai kneels and proposes, offering the ring Kitt gave him with the dying wish that they love each other for him. Paedyn, moved by the knowledge of Kitt’s true motives and acceptance, kneels as well and kisses Kai, signaling her acceptance. She declares the proposal inevitable and embraces the symbolism of wearing Kitt’s gold band opposite her father’s steel ring.

Kai and Paedyn exchange vows of enduring love and protection, framing their future together as a way to honor Kitt’s memory. They hold each other among the forget-me-nots, acknowledging the bittersweet truth that their union is possible because Kitt is gone, and they commit to loving for him.