Chapter 217 Chapter 217 A week later .
GRAND LORD ZAIPER He let out another uproarious laugh , his voice echoing through the room .
Sprawled lazily across the table in nothing but a flimsy pair of undershorts , his broad shoulders shook with amusement as Razarr kneaded the tense muscles beneath his skin So , let me get this straight , Zaiper drawled , wiping tears of mirth from his eyes .
A human , not just any hurnan , but a tiny human girl , knocked you around and turned your lights off , now you want me to punish her in court for it ? Mistress Sinai clenched her teeth , feeling the heat of embarrassment rise in her cheeks .
It was bad enough as it is , but hearing Zaiper mock her made it worse .
Every time she recalled Emeriels effortless takedown , Sinai wanted to crawl into the ground .
She had woken up to the concerned faces of her maids , who had crowded around her , asking if she was alright .
The shame had been so great , she had lied , telling them she felt lightheaded and fainted .
The humiliation burned her from the inside out .
This was the first time she had spoken of the incident .
Sinai wanted retribution .
She wanted to see Emeriel not just punished , but humiliated .
But instead , here she was , watching Zaiper laughed at her until his eyes watered , reducing her to a laughingstock .
Zaiper moaned , as his head guard and down on a particularly tense knot in his shoulder , That is a good one .
Turning to Sinai , he added , You mean , a little touch on the neck , and poof … lights out ? It was not a little touch , Sinai snapped , not for the first time .
I have no idea what she did , but it hurt like the whips of hell .
Mmm , Zaiper hummed skeptically .
Maybe you should consider attending training sessions .
Youd need it if your lights go out at the slightest caress .
Sinais eyes flashed angrily .
Thats not what this is about , and you know it .
It happened so fast- She paused , breathing hard .
You know what , forget it .
Just tell me when and how she will be punished .
Zaiper let out a long sigh, his amusement slowly ebbing .
Im afraid you are on your own with this one , dearest Sinai .
What ? Firstly , the court dislikes involving itself in petty female squabbles .
We have far more pressing matters to attend to .
He lifted a hand , gesturing lazily .
Secondly , the female in question has a lot of attention on her right now .
Something like this could backfire spectacularly .
People might hate her more , or they might hate you more .
They might even protest in her favor , which , lets be honest , would be even more humiliating for you .
Mistress Sinais stomach churned .
And lastly , Zaiper was not done , which is the most crucial point , really .
I cannot involve myself in anything that concerns Emeriel .
16:25 FM , Jan Chapter 217 Sinai bit back her frustration But why !? Because , dear Sinai , that I have no desire to be thrust into the spotlight again when it comes to that female Zaipers eyes slid shut as Razarrs hands moved on his lower back .
You know what happened in the courtyard after her deception was revealed .
I have no intention of being accused of going after her again or harboring ill will towards Daemonikai .
The people are already looking for a scapegoat , and it will not be me .
Sinai stared at him , flabbergasted .
I plan to take over his throne , but it wouldnt benefit me if people knew I harbored ill will for their beloved grand king .
Dont you agree ? He rolled his shoulders , clearly enjoying Razarts touch .
So , no , I wont interfere .
Not when it has nothing to do with me , nor offers no benefit to my cause .
Youll have to sort this one out on your OWNL Sinai couldnt believe her ears .
She simply cannot believe this .
Dont give me that look , lovely Sinai .
My hands really are tied .
Zaiper chuckled .
Worry not , I will take it up to you in another way .
This is the only way I want ! Sinai was so angry she could spit nails .
And why are you so cheerful today , anyway ? Is there a special occasion Im unaware of ? Why , of course , he drawled , stretching languidly .
If Im to be grand king soon , I might as well start getting ready , dont you think ? She eyed him suspiciously .
What is it this time ? My plans are already in motion , sweet Sinai .
Tonight , Daemonikai will die .
Her heart skipped a beat .
Sinai schooled her expression .
And how do you plan on getting this done ? Oh , its quite simple , really .
Nothing grand or complicated .
Zaiper purred .
I handed a human a weapon capable of killing him with a single stab to the chest .
A killer disguised as a mere herbalist .
Sinai mulled over his words .
You handed this human one of our relics ? That would be reckless , even for Zaiper .
Zaiper scoffed .
I would never be so foolish , of course not .
Just a normal dagger , laced with our poisons .
Ottai will be in Mabblewood tonight , so my killer will slip past the guards under the pretense of delivering herbs .
He smiled .
If all goes well , the human be handsomely rewarded .
If it goes south , the human takes the blame , or Ill eliminate their entire family .
Its a win win situation .

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It is , she finally muttered , if your plan goes accordingly .
Good .
Now , as I was saying , perhaps its time you return to the training fields if a mere tap from a small human can knock you unconscious .
Just like that , Sinais annoyance was back , accompanied by her never ending embarrassment .
** PRINCESS EMERIEL She emerged from the garden , carrying a small basket packed with delicate magnolia blooms , borage leaves , and a handful of ripe fruits .
2/3 16:25 Fri , Jan 31 BBB .
Chapter 217 As she neared the fortress building , someone tugged at her garment from behind .
She turned , only to find … no one .
Confused , her eyes lowered .
And there , barely reaching her knees , stood … a youngling .
An actual Urekai child .
03 % Emeriel had glimpsed them before rare as they were .
The Urekai kept their children close , guarding them like treasures , never letting them to stray far .
But this one … this girl child was alone .
No adult waited nearby , no watchful parent in sight .
Fruits , the youngling mumbled , her eyes fixed on the basket .
Emeriels gaze darted around , wary of onlookers who might misinterpret the interaction .
She didnt need a crowd accusing her of harming their child .
Where are your parents , young one ? Sick mama .
No food .
The child held her clothing and tugged again .
Im hungry , princess .
Her words tugged at Emeriels heart .
Kneeling down , she met the childs gaze .
In human years , the child would be no older than six , but in Urekai years , she was likely even younger .