Captive Slave 83

Chapter 83

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when Amie arrived for her shift, a wave of relief washed over her at the sight of Slave Master Caine alone behind the tavern bar, Master Boris notably absent. The feeling lingered, a comforting warmth against the chill of the night as she finished her work and stepped out into the darkness.

Eager to return to the fortress, she took the shorter route through the barn. But her steps faltered as a bloodcurdling scream pierced the silence. More screams, more pleas. The slave, whoever it was, was begging a master for mercy. She recognized the masculine voice.

Master Boris.

Hell, hell, hell. Amie's pace quickened, panic constricting her throat She'd managed to avoid him all week - why had she chosen the shortcut tonight!

A brutal yank on her hair sent a jolt of pain through her scalp. "Ah, there you are, my little sneak," Boris's voice rasped in her ear, hot with malice. "Sneaky, sneaky, Amie"

She winced. "M-Master Boris".

"You've been avoiding me."

"Never, Master," she choked out, the lie tasting bitter on her tongue.

really?" He yanked her hair again, harder this time. "Do you think me a fool? How dare you lie to me? Where is

anymore, Master Boris. Surely, you've heard about the court incident? The grand lords have taken an interest in Emeriel. They have their eyes on

tighten around her throat. "How dare you lecture me?

her. "No, Master" She gasped, fighting

grip loosened. "Two nights from now, the barn, sixth hour past noon. Bring

like a fish and bury your corpse where no one will find it." His voice

had no choice. "Yes," she whispered, her voice barely audible. "I

OF DUTY,

GRAND LORD ZAIPER

was similar to the grand high court in all aspects except its name and location. Its appearance mirrored that of -most courts within the fortress.

and hunts. Following these deliberations, Lord Jakal, the overseer of military affairs, stood to address the issue

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soldiers have finally captured and eliminated two of them. The mountainside is now tree from the threat of ferals. It is unfortunate, a family of

had been bored to death by the court proceedings, but now his ears perked up, and he leaned

raised a placating hand in

before they kill is all," Zaiper praised, "I

military affairs beamed, bowing low in acknowledgment. "It

purred, his smile returning "Speaking of ferals. It is high time we discuss the mightiest among them. As I mentioned during the harvest, it is time to peacefully send the grand king home. I believe most of you agreed with me then. that it is the

nodded in approval as they usually did. The silence

it is the

of trade, rose to his feet. "With all due respect, Your I in court that day. It was undeniably terrifying, yes, but.." He shook his head, hi

disagree. We all saw

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