Chapter 158 Sunlight stabbed through the window , striking Emeriels eyes , the bedsheets were cold , the room silent .
She woke to an empty bed .
Trying to move , she realized that was the least of he problems .
A sick feeling churned in her stomach , the nausea hitting her hard .
Each attempt to move sent tremors of pain through her battered body .
Bile surged up her throat , muscles protesting as she doubled over and wretched onto the rumpled bedding .
She heaved until nothing remained , dry sobs wracking her fram .
Tears mingled with saliva and bile on her cheeks , her nose running unchecked .
The world swam in a nauseating blur .
A gentle knock broke the silence .
My beloved ? The door creaked open , revealing Lord Herods concerned face , Oh , my poor little one .
He stepped inside .
Your heat has ended .
Indeed it had .
The feverish arousal that had consumed her for days was gone , leaving behind a bone deep exhaustion .
Her mind was clear , but her body felt as if it had been trampled by a stampede of horses .
I feel … crushed , she groaned , squeezing her eyes shut against the morning light that stabbed like needles .
Like a war chariot ran me over .
A common feeling , my dear , Lord Herod soothed .
His footsteps drew nearer .
Ill have you moved to the main house .
The maids will see to this mess .
A bath has already been prepared .
Youll feel better afterward .
Emeriel doubted that , but she didnt have the energy to argue .
The thought of being clean was a small comfort .
Im going to lift you now , Herod announced , his hand reaching for her arm .
Emeriel recoiled with a hiss , her body instinctively shrinking from his touch .
No , she whimpered .
It hurts .
That , too , is normal , my dear Em , he said softly .
Youve been touched constantly for days .
Your body craves space to heal .
But Im afraid youll have to endure it for a moment .
Walking will be difficult .
This is the only way I can get you out of here .
Emeriels stomach roiled , making it difficult to focus on Lord Herods words .
She tried to summon the strength to move , but her muscles refused to cooperate .
Alright , she managed , weakly , bracing herself for the pain .
But nothing prepared her for the abject misery that shot through her when his strong arms lifted her from the bed .
Emeriel stifled a cry as she was carried out of the cottage that had been her world for the past three days .
The grand king has left , hasnt he ? Emeriel tried not to cry .
One would think that after the heat , her emotions would be more stable , but they were still a chaotic mess .
Yes , at dawn , Lord Herod replied .
Matters of court wait for no man , Emeriel .
But he spent your heat with you , staying the entire time , despite his deep seated hatred for your kind .
The gods are truly on your side .
Are they ? The grand king had nearly killed her , not once but twice .
His pain had often overshadowed their bond , driving him to the brink of murder .
Twice , hed almost strangled her .
If the gods truly favored her , they wouldnt have forged this bond in the first place .
Before the manor , shielded from the harsh sunlight , Emeriel finally opened her eyes .
The nausea surged again .
I think Im going to be sick .
Just a few more seconds , my dear , Lord Herod urged .
Were almost there .
1/3 111 < Chapter 158 AEKEIRA Aekeira missed her sister deeply .
Days apart felt like an eternity .
Shed attempted to speed through her chores and slip out of the fortress before but juggling both her work and Erns proved near impossible to complete everything on time .
Today , however , she was determined .
Not just to finish early , but to elude Master Tykes ever watchful eyes .
She hadnt encountered him since that dreadful evening , and shed hoped she never would again .
Rising before dawn , Aekeira barely snatched an hour of sleep before tirelessly cleaning Blackstones entire third wing .
Then , she tended the gardens , watering , weeding , and planting .
By midday , she was exhausted but elated .
Everything was going according to plan .
She would see Em ..
Humming a cheerful tune , Aekeira moved around the toolshed , organizing .
Well , well .
Look who it is .
The human witch .
She spun ar Slavemaster Tykes voice .
He stood in the doorway , pipe in hand .
Her eyes fell , concealing the fear rising within .
She hadnt encountered him since that dreadful evening , and shed hoped she never would again .
Good day , Master Tyke .
Spare me the pleasantries .
He inhaled deeply from his pipe .
What did you do to his highness ? Im afraid I dont understand- Dont play coy with me ! He advanced menacingly .
Aekeira stumbled back until her spine met the rough wall , trapping her .
His eyes burned with rage , muscles tensed .
Lord Vladya despises your kind .
He finds great joy in eradicating vermin like you .
What did you do to earn his favor ? Panic clawed at Aekeiras throat and she glanced at the door , longing for escape .
I swear , Ive done nothing wrong .
Liar ! he thundered , closing the distance , looming over her .
His hand shot out , gripping her jaw tightly , forcing her to meet his stare .
Youre pretty , but so are half the women here .
Your looks alone wouldnt fixate Lord Vladya .
If its not witchcraft , then what ? you that skilled in bed ? Is your cunt that enticing ? Are Aekeira struggled , her jaw aching under his grip .
Maybe I should find out myself , eh ? See what all the fuss is about .
Lord Vladya summoned me not long ago , Aekeira blurted .
I was just on my way to see him .
If Im late , hell want to know why .
Tykes grip tightened momentarily , before shoving her away in disgust .
Get out of my sight ! She fled the shed without a second thought .
Youre Aekeira , the high lord of agriculture said, stepping into view .
Aekeira stood from the chair where she had been waiting and bowed respectfully .
Yes , my lord .
2/3 Chapter 158 Ive heard so much about you , he said with a warm smile .
I am High Lord Herod .
Im glad you could make it .
Thank you , my lord .
Ackeiras gaze swept through her surroundings .
My lord , if its not too much trouble , I would like to see my sister .
The handsome lord nodded and turned .
Come with me .
Ackeira followed , navigating the luxurious space until they stopped at a door at the end of the hallway .

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A delicate state .
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