Chapter 469:

“Oh, everyone knows Zaiper can be a nightmare.” Daemonikai chuckled. “He has ruled beside me for millennia; it’s hard to miss that.” He folded the scroll he had just finished reviewing. “But in our kingdom, any accusation, especially one leveled against a ruler, is a grave matter. One must be certain, with irrefutable evidence and reliable witnesses. If not, the allegation holds no water.”

Emeriel shook her head, not hiding her displeasure.

Daemonikai shrugged. “It’s the way of the court, young one. Zaiper is a nightmare, yes, but he’s a cunning one. He’s careful to leave no trail, no solid evidence, no credible witnesses. Until there’s proof, it remains mere speculation.”

“He doesn’t like you very much,” Emeriel said bluntly.

“The feeling is mutual,” Daemonikai replied, unbothered. “But for the most part, we keep out of each other’s way.” His eyes met hers. “Zaiper wants to be grand king.”

Emeriel reared back. “Really?”

“Mmm.”

but now that she did… it made

would you still keep someone like him

family has always seen the Naelzharoth as rivals, competitors. For millennia, even before Zaiper assumed the throne after his father,

intrigued. “What

four rulers. Greyrock holds the headquarters for all northern Urekai, just as Frostfall holds for all southern Urekai… my clan. But

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bobbed as she absorbed

Daemonikai picked up his quill. “This rivalry

can’t be easy ruling

his tone light. “Everyone is entitled to their opinions and ambition, as

then fell. “Zaiper

might have played a part in what happened five hundred

was beginning to understand how Urekai society worked. An accusation of this magnitude, even in casual conversation, could have serious

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