Chapter 239 Chapter 239 X78 % Daemonikai had tried not to push him into talking over the years , but seeing all this pain in Ottais eyes tugged at his heartstrings .
0 I have no idea what I would have done if Id lost Morina too , Orai shook his head .
The thought alone tears me apart .
I cant pretend to understand what youve gone through , but I selfishly wish … I wish you wouldnt leave us .
He took a shaky breath , steadying himself .
Dont leave us , Daemon .
I wont , Daemonikai vowed , surprising even himself .
It was the first time he had said it aloud , and for once , he truly meant it .
Pushing the shadows of grief aside , he spoke clearly , each word a promise .
Not anymore .
Im here to stay .
Good , thats good , Ottai said , nodding in relief .
Daemonikai expected to be released then , but instead , he was squeezed tighter .
Now , suffer through this one last hug .
Daemonikai let out a dramatic , insufferable sigh but didnt resist You do realize youre a full grown male now ? No longer that little slip of a lad who followed me everywhere three millennia ago ? Ottai shrugged , unfazed .
Yeah , well , I still need a good hug every now and then .
No , what you need is to grow up , Daemonikai retorted with amusement .
Ottai had always been the baby of their group .
Not only was he the youngest , but Daemonikai and Vladya had been present at his birth .
He had attached himself to Daemonikais side , following him everywhere as a youngling .
It was safe to say Daemonikai had helped raise him .
And some things never changed .
Ottai was , and always had been a notorious cuddle slut .
Three and a half millennia hadnt lessened that one bit .
With a defeated sigh , Daemonikai relaxed against the cushions , allowing Ottai to cling to him .
Fine , you may continue molesting me .
Oh , stop complaining , Ancient One .
Ottai chuckled .
You know you like this .
He did , though Daemonikai never admit it .
The closeness , the ease , felt like old times .
Before the pain , before the deaths .
Before life had dealt them all a hard blow .
Just like old times .
At long last , Ottai pulled back , straightening his robes and making a half hearted attempt to tame his mussed hair .
A sly wolfish grin spread across his face .
Thanks , Papa Daemon .
I needed that .
You really are still Bratty Little Tee , arent you ? Daemonikai pused his lips , shaking his head .
Beneath all those heavy robes and titles , youre still the same young lad who used to runway from his nurses , butt naked , frorn Mabblewood all the way to Frostfall , clutching his clothes for me to help him put them on .
11:00 Tue , Feb 11 & B Chapter 239 You know it .
Ottai replied with a shrug , his grin widening .
Brat .
Daemonikat muttered , though a fond smile tugged at hips .
OA 78 % Then , a thought crossed his mind , and his expression shifted slightly .
Have you heard from Vladya ! He returns tonight , doesnt he ? Oh yes , we expect them any minute , Ottai was excited .
Im thrilled hes returning to the fortress .
Everything is finally falling back into place , and- A sudden commotion from outside pulled both their attention .
Daemonikai rose , striding to the window .
He peered down , scanning the lands below .
Whats happening out there ? Ottai moved to join him .
Perhaps our people are holding one of their celebrations- The door burst open , slamming against the stone wall with a loud crack .
Wegai strode in , his face even more grim than usual The princess , he said , his voice tight .
Daemonikai turned sharply .
Emeriel ? His brows knitted together .
Whats happened ? The princess … Wegai hesitated for a second .
she has been shot The room fell into a stunned silence .
Daemonikais entire body went rigid , and a high pitched ringing tilled his cars , drowning out the world for a moment .
Wegais voice broke through , unsteady but pressing on .
Arrows Poisoned arrows .
What did you just say to me ? The grand kings growl was dangerously low .
Wegais throat bobbed , and he stepped closer .
A patrolling soldier found her collapsed in the southern garden .
Shes been , brought- WHAT DID YOU JUST SAY TO ME !? Daemonikai roared , in a thunderous shout that echoed off the walls .
Without waiting to hear more , he took off in a dead run .
GRAND LORD OTTAI Three hours later .
Ottai waited , practically bouncing on his heels , as Vladya and Aceira finally made their way through the fortress gates .
A small crowd had gathered to welcome the Third Ruler back , their faces alight with genuine affection .
They reached out to touch him , their hands brushing against hisarms , his shoulders , even his paw like hand .
From where Ottai stood , he saw the rare tenderness on Vladyas face as he exchanged smiles and words with the people welcoming their warmth in a way Ottai hadnt seen in years .
Someone handed a newly birthed child to Vladya Ottai winced , hes going to recoil .
11:00 Tue , Feb 11 B Chapter 239 04.78 % Vladya surprised him by accepting the infant , holding it gently , gazing down at the baby with a look Ottai could only describe as sad longing .
After a few moments , Vladya managed a small smile and returned the infant to its mother before continuing forward .
Ottai didnt miss the possessive arm Vladya kept wrapped around Aekeiras waist as they wove through the crowd .
Look who finally decided to rejoin civilization , Ottai remarked as they approached .
Vladya raised a brow .
Even a recluse needs a break every now and then .
14231 Crossing his arm , Ottai smirked as he warned .
Better brace yourself .
Im going to throw that no touch rule out the window , for Im about to pounce .
Then , he pulled Vladya into a hug , half expecting the grumpy ruler to push him away .
But , to his surprise , Vladya returned the embrace , albeit one armed .
Huh .
Perhaps theres hope for this one yet .
Pulling back , his eyes shifted to Aekeira .
You look better than the last time I saw you .
One brow arched .
Happier , even .
My lord , Aekeira lowered her head in a graceful curtsy .
Voice thick , eyes red rimmed .
It was clear shed been crying .
We heard what happened .
Vladyas face grew somber .
How is he ? Well , Ottai glanced back to the fortress entrance .
Its safe to say hes not in the best of moods .
Someone tried to assassinate his Soulbond .

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Aekeira choked back a sob .
I need to see her .
I need to see my sister .
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