Grayson Hotz

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## Description

Grayson is Roy and Sherry's valet. Stoic and taciturn, he has persisted without magic in a world ruled by its power. He is bound by both his status and his past.

Book 1 of Grayson's Consort Path was added on June 4, 2021. He was the fourth consort and first valet to be added to the app. Book 2 of Grayson's Consort Path was released on August 21st, 2023/August 22nd, 2023 (depending on the time zone).

## History

Grayson's father passed away before he was born. So, his paternal uncle became a father figure to him instead. His uncle made it so that Grayson didn't really feel the loss of his father. Grayson's uncle cared for him and taught him many things like swordsmanship, book learning, and what strength should mean to a man. His uncle was also a knight that served directly under the king and Grayson greatly respected him. Grayson's uncle was a mundane like Grayson. However, one day Grayson's uncle changed completely. He suddenly killed a lot of people in the palace using magic that he shouldn't have been able to use since he's a mundane. Grayson witnessed it and felt powerless as he was unable to stop his uncle's violence. Grayson still blames himself for being unable to save his uncle. He always wonders if he would've been able to save his uncle if only he could use magic. This is the reason why Grayson has such a complex towards being a mundane.

In Book 2 of Grayson's Consort Route, Grayson mentions that he constantly compared himself to Roy and Sherry since they could use magic and he couldn't. He felt like he needed to at least have some kind of power, so he decided to enlist to become a knight. Grayson was number one amongst the knights when he was in the academy. Only knights that show remarkable skill are chosen to serve the royal family, so Grayson was chosen as the royal family's valet.

Once he became a fully-fledged knight, he still continued to pursue strength. But, he continued pursuing that goal even though it left Roy and Sherry feeling lonely. Now, Grayson reflects back on it and realizes that he was weak both in mind and heart.

## Personality

Grayson's personality is described as strait-laced and aloof. He is stoic and doesn't speak very much. However, he becomes very talkative when it comes to talking about his horse Nox.

## Perspectives & Epilogues

### Book 1

* Ch.3 - Unwavering Faith: Up on the rooftop garden, Sherry says something to you that Grayson never expected.
* Ch.6 - Reunited: Grayson spots you speaking to his once best friend, Joel, but he also sees how uncomfortable you are.
* Ch.11 - When Drunk: Grayson's hit the bottle to block out the past, but he's too out of it to realize you've come...
* Ch.13 - To be of Use: Grayson offers comfort when you're worried about the Nightmare Battle, but why?
* Ch.16 - Faith in Oneself: He takes your hand to give you strength, but the shared touch sparks other feelings.
* Ch.19 - Heated Emotions: Grayson's taking you somewhere very important to him. Your time together is enlightening.
* Ch.21 - Strong & Tender: Grayson's invited you up to the roof, where his heart quickens at your presence.
* Ch.23 - Reversed Positions: There's no hiding how Grayson feels about you from Roy, but how does the prince take this change?
* Ch.28 - Fading Consciousness: Grayson has betrayed his morals and used forbidden magic. He wishes to touch you just once more, but to no avail.
* Magic Ending - A Full Heart: Grayson's experiencing jealousy for the first time, and it makes him crave you all the more.
* Mischief Ending - Mingled Heat: No amount of connection is enough to sate his desires, but it comes from a place of love.

### Book 2

* Ch.2 - Undefeatable: Having reunited with his old swordmaster, Grayson basks in a moment of quiet before things get hard.
* Ch.7 - Mysterious Power: Grayson doesn't stand out ceremony with his mother, but their topic of choice seems to be nothing but you.
* Ch.9 - Indecision: The identity of his quarry leaves Grayson sleepless, but watching his beloved slumber nearby is enough to clear his mind.
* Ch.11 - The Safe Choice: Injured at the hands of his enemies, Grayson realizes he'd give anything to protect those he loves.
* Ch.14 - Words Expressed: Grayson tells you everything that's on his mind, and you lead him to realize that he doesn't regret his choices.
* Ch.16 - What Must Be Done: Roy reveals his thoughts on the case and on the changes in Grayson. In turn, Grayson's conviction is stronger than ever.
* Ch.19 - Emotions in Words: Grayson confronts the changes his uncle has undergone, and thus discovers how strong you've made him.
* Magic Ending - Lifelong: What Grayson feels for you goes so far beyond words. He takes you powerfully in his arms, showing you his love through action.
* Mischief Ending - Come Together: Your unconscious remarks lights a spark inside of Grayson. All he wants to do is make love to you.

## Trivia

* Grayson learned how to make scones by watching his mother make them. (Book 1 of Grayson's Route)
* Grayson has a pressed flower bookmark that he treasures.
	+ In the past, Grayson felt like he couldn't do anything and questioned whether or not he could even be helpful to Roy and Sherry. Roy and Sherry noticed how distraught he was and gifted him some flowers. Grayson then pressed those flowers into a bookmark and still keeps it till this day.
* In Book 2 of Grayson's Consort Route, Grayson earns a medal of valor from King Klaus for leading the knights and putting an end to the cursed artifact trade in Invidia.
* MC mentions Grayson is good at penning documents and correspondence and believes he inherited his skills from his father. (Grayson's Consort Route: Book 2)
* His indulgence is meat.
* His favorite past time is polishing silverware and polishing his sword.
* He thinks his master's best feature is his smile.
* His favorite place is the stables.
* His favorite food is shrimp.
* His favorite item is his sword.
* Secret 1: Grayson has a horse called Nox. (Grayson: Book 1 Chapter 2)
* Secret 2: ??? gave Grayson's horse her home. (Grayson: Book 1)
* Secret 3: Grayson learned swordsmanship from his uncle. (Grayson: Book 1 Chapter 24)
* Secret 4: Sometimes Grayson spars with Rio. (Rio: Book 1 Chapter 19)
* Secret 5: Grayson has asked Lance to take care of Nox before. (Lance: Book 1 Chapter 20)
* Secret 6: From time to time, Violet inspects Grayson's muscles. (Jasper: Book 2 Chapter 1)
* Secret 7: When he wants to think, he goes to the ??? (Grayson: Book 2)
* Secret 8: Grayson isn't good at card games. (Grayson: Book 2 Chapter 20)
	+ This is because he is so serious and wouldn't dare tell a lie. (Grayson: Book 2 Chapter 20)