Vermeil in Gold

Alto Goldfilled studies diligently at the Ortigia Academy of Magic, determined to rise as a capable sorcerer. Despite strong grades and genuine effort, he can’t pass his summoning class—putting him on the verge of repeating the year. Cornered by that deadline, Alto turns to an old, weathered grimoire and attempts a risky summoning in hopes of changing his fate.

The spell works, calling forth Vermeil, a formidable demon. Grateful to be freed, she agrees to become Alto’s familiar, sealing their pact with an intimate kiss. As their unusual partnership takes shape, Alto begins to discover there’s more to his own potential—and to the secrets Vermeil keeps about her past.