Chapter 236 Chapter 236 The quiet concern in his tone startled her , and when she looked at him , his eyes were studying her with the same attentiveness that had begun to undo her .
She forced a smile , her worry fading like mist under the warmth of the sun .
Because she knew , deep down , that it didnt matter .
+13 No matter what side of him re emerged when they returned to Blackstone , Aekaeira would still love him anyway .
Im fine , Your Highness .
His expression tightened slightly , and for a moment , she thought she had said something wrong .
Then , his tone grew firm , resolute .
Vladya .
Huh ? Call me by my name , Aekeira , he asserted .
Not Lord Vladya .
Not my lord .
Not Your Highness .
Just my name .
Her eyes reached her hairline .
A blush crept up her cheeks .
B but … its not proper .
He leaned closer , his voice soft , but no less commanding .
Were alone here .
Go ahead .
Vladya … she breathed , tasting the word .
It felt strange on her tongue, foreign and intimate , but there was something right about it , too .

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Her voice softened further .
Vlad .
Lust and possessiveness flared in his eyes .
My name sounds beautiful coming from your mouth , he murmured , his voice husky .
When we are alone , I want you to address me that way , Aekeira .
I want to hear more of it .
Alright … Vlad , she agreed , her heart fluttering .
He leaned down and pressed a kiss to the tip of her nose .
Did you know my symptoms have gone down since your return ? Aekeiras eyes widened in shock .
They have ? Mmm , he confirmed with a small nod .
I have lived with this affliction for over three years , and I can assure you they have .
It surprises even me .
He leaned back slightly , thoughtful .
Is it the joy of your return ? These … new feelings Im experiencing ? Or simply your presence ? I dont know the reason , he admitted , his voice dropping to a rare softness .
But I can feel it , Aekeira .
The madness is still there … but its not progressing .
I feel better than I have in years .
A pause .
I havent heard the voices in weeks .
Her breath hitched , and her eyes stung .
Oh , Aekeira , youre such a crybaby , arent you ? But what else could she do ? Every time he shared a piece of himself with her , every raw , vulnerable word , it undid her .
How she had lived without this , without him , for two long years , she would never know .
So , yes , Aekeira , her grand lord added with resolve .
Lets go back home .
GRAND KING DAEMONIKAI By the time Grand King Daemonikai finished with the market and guild records , the last light of day had faded , and the cool 1/1 11:51 San , 9 Feb Chapter 236 cloak of night spilled through the open window .
Glancing over at his helper , he paused .
She was fast asleep .
Her head lay on the desk , arms tucked beneath like makeshift pillows .
A rush of tenderness washed over him .
When had she drifted off ? He had been so engrossed in his work that he hadnt noticed .
She was a wonderful coworker , asking insightful questions when needed , yet comfortable with companionable silence .
Daemonikai enjoyed working with her .
A lot .
Picking up the ledger shed been handling , he thumbed through it .
Every figure was well tallied , and recorded in a clear and organized manner that would make even the most experienced scribes envious .
He looked back at her , his chest swelling with pride .
Good with arrows , tending gardens , caring for the sick , hunting, and taking records .
His woman was a female of many skills .
A treasure trove of fine abilities .
What other hidden skills did he not know about ? Rising , he moved quietly around the desk and crouched beside her .
His eyes roamed over her relaxed face .
Truly a vision , even in sleep .
+13 I cant believe I once thought you were a cruel joke from Ukrae .
A mocking laughter at my expense , he brushed a strand of hair from her face .
Because why do I look at you now and all I see is … a gift ? A rare , astounding gift .
The gentle rise and fall of her back lulled him , her breathing was deep and steady as he watched her .
I was dead inside .
Empty .
His fingers traced a line along her delicate cheek .
Who would have thought Id feel my own heart race again ? That I could ever look at you without guilt ? Who would have thought I could see you , and not someone sent to replace Evie ? A gentle sigh escaped her .
His hand stilled .
But she didnt wake .
I suppose it took nearly dying to realize these things .
It took journeying to the spirit world to find myself .
He leaned closer , brushing a ghost kiss on her nose .
Im sorry it took losing you to find you .
A soft knock sounded at the door .
Wegai entered , his expression apologetic .
Your Grace , about the- Daemonikai pressed a finger to his lips .
His head guard snapped his mouth shut instantly .
She rests .
Lets not wake her .
Wegai inclined his head , his voice no more than a murmur .
My apologies , Your Grace .
Daemonikai waved him off .
Pausing at the door , his head guard turned , hesitant .
Would you like me to take her to her room ? I wont wake her .
2/4 11:51 San , 9 Feb Chapter 236 76 % +13 No need .
Daemonikai lifted his woman into his arms and straightened .
You may bring the report later .
Carrying her out of his study , he didnt turn left toward her chambers but right toward his .
He crossed the room in silence and lowered her onto his bed .
She looked perfect there .
She stirred slightly , shifting , nestling deeper into his covers .
Like she belonged there .
Mine .
Possessiveness surged inside him .
Much later , after he had bathed and changed into his nightclothes , he took his place at the desk across the room , quietly resuming his work ? There she lay , sprawled in his bed , as he worked through the night , his gaze flickering up to her every so often .
A sense of peace filled his being .
He could get used to this .
Time moved by as he lost himself in his duties , the comfort of her presence making the long night easier .
But then he heard a soft sound .
A moan .
His head snapped up .
Emeriel moved slowly in her sleep , rolling from side to side , making soft sounds .
She was having a dre ..
Leaning back , he observed the way her body responded to whatever played out in her mind .
Her fingers curled , her lips parted with a delicate sigh .
Beloved , she moaned , arching up the bed .
His brows arched , even as heat pooled low in his stomach .
Shes dreaming … of me ? Arousal flared , dick going hard as stone in record time .
Daemonikai forced himself to breathe evenly .
Not now , fella .
Nows not the time .
Rising from the desk , he walked to her side and settled beside her on the bed .
Her sleep was fitful , her body restless .
Hey , he brushed a hand over her arm .
Wake up , dearling .
Youre dreaming .
She calmed .
Blue eyes opened slowly , glazed and unfocused as they settled on him .
My beloved .
He stifled a sigh .
If only he could get her to call him that while fully awake .
I like this dream , Emeriel said in a low tone .
Touch me , beloved .