Lyre is a mysterious and powerful female character who becomes an important ally and friend to Grace. She possesses arcana (magical abilities) and has her own complex backstory. She serves as a mentor figure to Grace and has abilities related to divinity and magic.

Chapter 161 is titled "Grace: Lyre's Lies," indicating that Lyre has been dishonest about something significant. This creates a rift of trust between them and forces Grace to question what else Lyre has hidden.
Well, without more context, it's hard to say exactly. But generally, in many stories involving a king and a lyre, the lyre could symbolize art, culture, or a connection to the divine. The king might be associated with the lyre as a sign of his refined taste or as a tool for his leadership. For example, in some ancient tales, a king's ability to play the lyre well was seen as a mark of his wisdom and suitability to rule. It could also be a story of how the lyre came into the king's possession, perhaps through a heroic quest or a gift from a powerful being.
Lyre is powerful yet vulnerable, ancient yet playful, helpful yet deceptive. Her lies (Ch. 161), her miss of Aron (Ch. 237), and her divine connections create a multi-layered character whose true motivations remain partially hidden.
Lyre experiences backlash from using her powers, likely her arcana. She mentions Aron (Jack-Eye) four times, suggesting his absence weakens her or that she needs his anchoring presence to safely use her abilities.
Hints suggest Lyre is ancient (time-locked, Ch. 105), connected to divine forces (anchors and divinities, Ch. 152), and has experienced significant loss (missing Aron). She may be an immortal being who has lived through multiple eras.
Readers are fascinated by Lyre's mysterious nature—her arcana, divine connections, and ambiguous allegiance. The revelation of "Lyre's Lies" (Ch. 161) sparks intense discussion about whether she can be trusted.
The French chapter title "Lyre: Repos" translates to "Lyre: Rest"—suggesting Lyre needs to recover, possibly from arcana use. This early rest scene foreshadows the more serious backlash in Chapter 237.
Lyre's lies (Ch. 161) likely serve to protect Grace from truths she's not ready to handle, or to advance Lyre's own agenda. The lies create dramatic tension and force Grace to develop her own judgment rather than relying on Lyre.
Yes. Lyre experiences "backlash" from overusing her powers (Ch. 237), misses Aron/Jack-Eye as an emotional anchor, and the revelation of her lies (Ch. 161) damages her relationships. She's powerful but not invincible.
Yes. In Chapter 237, "Lyre: Backlash," a reader notes that Lyre mentions Aron (Jack-Eye) four times, clearly missing him. Their separation is a source of emotional tension for Lyre throughout certain arcs.