Chapter 218 Chapter 218 Would you like some fruits ? Emeriel asked .
Yes , please , the girl replied , her voice small , her little smile hopeful .
Whats your name ? Dabekka .
63 % Now , Dabekka , hold out your clothes , Emeriel instructed , helping the child raise her garment to form a makeshift pouch .
She then emptied the fruits from her basket into Dabekkas cocooned dress , ensuring the fruits stayed secure .
The younglings eyes widened with delight .
Thank you , please ! She darted forward and planted a quick , unexpected kiss on Emeriels cheek before sprinting off .
Stunned , Emeriel slowly rose , her hand touching the spot where the kiss lingered like a warm breath .
She scanned the area again , and sure enough , several Urekai were watching her from a distance .
Her first instinct was to shout , I did not harm her ! But she swallowed the impulse .
Instead , she squared her shoulders and continued toward the fortress .
Let them think what they like .
Welcome back , Princess .
The herbalist is inside , the soldier stationed at the entrance informed her .
The herbalist ? Emeriel frowned .
She had already visited the herbalists dwelling , collecting the herbs he was supposed to deliver , before going to the garden .
Her footsteps was soundless as she entered the chambers .
A man stood over the grand king , his dagger raised above the kings heart .
Reacting on pure instinct , Emeriel leaped onto the bed and collided with the intruder , her hands closing around the daggers hilt .
They struggled for control of the weapon , muscles straining as the blade wavered between them .
With a fierce rammed her fist into the assassins stomach .
cry , she The blow landed hard , forcing a grunt from him as he staggered backward , his grip on the dagger slipping .
Emeriel wrenched the weapon free from his hand .
Who are you ? she demanded , advancing on the intruder .
The assassin recovered quickly and lunged at her , his hands clawing for the dagger .
Emeriel twisted , keeping him from reaching it .
Each time he made a grab for the weapon , she pulled it just beyond his grasp .
His frustration mounted , and with a rough growl , he swung a fist aimed at her face .
Emeriel deflected it with quick reflexes , and seizing her chance , she drove the dagger deep into the assassins chest .
He let out a long , ragged breath as his body tensed .
Then , with a slow heave , he collapsed at her feet .
Lifeless .
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Chapter 218 Emeriel straightened , dusting off her hands , when a faint groan reached her ears .
But It didnt come from the dead man .
Her eyes shot to the grand king just in time to see his eyelids fluer … more flutters … Then , his eyes opened .
He was awake .
King Daemonikai was awake ? 84.63 % 1 Emeriel rushed to him .
But before she could reach his side , the chamber door swung open with a loud crash , and Lord Ottai hurried in .
I heard noises hes awake ! Shhh , Emeriel hushed in a low tone .
Too loud , Lord Ottai .
Right , right , he whispered , though his eyes sparkled with unbridled joy .
We mustnt overwhelm him .
True , true .
Lord Ottai looked like he wanted to shout the news from the rooftops to the entire fortress .
That is , until his gaze dropped to the floor , where the dead assassin lay .
All traces of elation vanished .
What is this ? He posed as the herbalist , gained entrance , and tried to kill King Daemonikai .
Lord Ottai bent down to inspect the body .
Picking up the bloodied dagger , he sniffed it , and his face paled .
Poison , he looked at Emeriel .
Deadly poison , Aimed at the heart , it would have been fatal .
Emeriel gripped her clothes so tightly her hands turned white .
Guards ! Lord Ottai bellowed .
Two soldiers entered .
Fetch Wegai .
Now ! They returned later with the head soldier in tow .
Wegais eyes darted to the dead assassin , flared sharply , before landing on the grand lord .
Your Highness .
An attempt was made on your masters life tonight .
He would have died under your watch .
The grand lord flung the dagger toward Wegai , and he caught it mid air .
Wegai brought the blade to his nose , and his face drained of color .
What were you doing neglecting your duty ? You were supposed to protect him ! Lord Ottai shouted .
Jaw locked taut , the head soldier held the dagger in a dead grip .
was at the training fields with the new recruits , my lord .

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I left Zan and Ham in charge , they are competent , and have been reliable for months .
Yet an assassin slipped past them .
Disguised as a healer , no less , and came to murder the king under your watch .
Lord Ottai barked .
Investigate this matter thoroughly .
I want to know who this man was his family , his friends , everyone hes come into contact with in the last forty eight hours .
No one is to be spared from questioning .
Wegai gave a solemn nod .
As you command , Your Highness .
Leave no stone unturned .
Take your men and raid his dwelling .
We must find evidence of who sent him , Lord Ottai ordered , dismissing him with a curt nod .
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Chapter 218 1,63 % After Wegai departed , Emeriel stepped closer to Lord Ottai .
Do you truly believe the assassin wasnt acting alone ? The humans here arent exactly known for their fondness and loyalty to the monarchy .
If theres a mastermind behind this , they want us to think it was a lone act .
Well rule it as such only when theres no evidence to the contrary .
And well make it clear to the court the investigation will be thorough , and no one is above suspicion .
They both turned their attention back to the grand king .
His eyes remained open but … distant .
Unseeing .
He hadnt moved , nor had he blinked .
Whats going on ? Emeriel asked .
Those eyes are vacant .
He is not awake , Emeriel .
Her hope waned .
But- But its progress , perhaps .
Lord Ottai glanced at her .
You saved his life .
Thank you .
Emeriel shook her head .
You dont need to thank me .
How did you manage to disarm an assassin on your own ? he asked , his curiosity piqued .
Fairly easy .
It wasnt easy .
But Im glad I was able to help .
Unable to hold back any longer , she leaned down and touched King Daemonikais shoulder .
Your Grace , can you hear me ?