Chapter 781:

He swept a cold gaze across the court.

“Now you suggest we trust werewolves? Beasts stronger than any human, more powerful by leagues. Even if they are our allies, how do we trust anyone on a night when we are utterly defenseless, when none of us can protect what we care for?”

“But with the Chalice, we’ll have strength,” High Lord Jakal pitched in.

“And what if—just like that night—it’s taken away?” Daemonikai’s eyes bored into him, trying to keep his anger in check. They were only making a suggestion, and truthfully, there was some sense in what they said. But he did not wish to consider it. Not after the last time. The mere thought of repeating that failure made bile rise in his throat.

“Daemon, stay calm,” Vladya murmured.

Daemonikai looked over and saw Vladya staring pointedly at his hand.

He followed his gaze and saw his claws had slipped out.

deep breath. Two

slipped

But we will not reveal our weaknesses to outsiders, no matter how strong the alliance, no matter how much we trust them. Trust is

for over an hour before she finally found him in

feel refreshed after that hunt, huh?” she said, falling into step beside him as they

“Why are you being a pest, Sinai?” he growled, forging ahead.

the snarl in his voice. “It’s about your secret hideout—the one we’ve been trying

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“Sinai.”

“Yes, my Lord?”

you know how long I’ve been preparing for a day like this? Even while hoping it would never come?” How

he said before she could speak. “That’s how long. In that time, I spent fortunes and caution building a sanctuary—completely fortified, concealed, and nearly invincible. It lies deep underground. One of those places even the boldest wouldn’t dare venture

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