Chapter 400:

“He will die when the symptoms complete. Which is why we are here,” the grand lord released a deep breath. “We need Emeriel close to him. We need her to save his life.”

“Em saved it once before. She did, and all she got in return was pain.” Aekeira shot back. “More pain than anyone should bear. Hate from everyone around her. A heartbreak that almost killed her.” The three men averted their eyes, guilt written all over their faces.

“I’m sorry for-” Lord Ottai began.

“Save the apology, Your Majesty. It’s not for me, but for Em.” Aekeira cut him off. “The problem is, she will not be taking it. She does not wish to meet either of you, and she made me promise not to tell her anything discussed here.”

Lord Ottai turned away from the window, his hand raking through his hair.

“When Emeriel needed him, he was not there,” Aekeira continued, years of suppressed anger rising. “My sister needed to be saved countless times, and the grand king was nowhere to be found. She cried for him, day and night. She almost went mad from illusions and daydreams. Was almost swallowed by the great mountains, and nearly died of starvation. Where was the grand king!?” Aekeira screamed.

bond. Em had to do it all alone, and it changed her. She is not the girl she used to be. The person you’re looking for, Lord Ottai? You can’t find her, because she no longer exists.” Aekeira’s voice cracked. “Emeriel will not

came exhaustion. Aekeira struggled

Ottai broke the silence. “What about you, Aekeira? Do you also wish not

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Aekeira remained quiet.

this of you, of either of you. No right at all, after everything. You have no obligation towards us, you have no obligations to him. You are no longer a slave, subject to no one’s will. You are a princess in your own

so easy to

loved here, but they were treated fairly, with respect. It would be

But…

But the ache grew worse. The hole only widened… and widened. I

had the gentlest expression on his face.

back with you,” she

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