15:59 Sat , Dec 28 G 68 % 45 Chapter 24 Where is he ? Lord Vladya asked , quickening his pace as he descended the stairs .
He is at the sixth square , Your Highness , replied Yaz , his head soldier , keeping stride .
The people have gathered there .
It is quite a crowd .
Lord Vladya clenched his teeth , striding forward with purpose .
Servants and maids scrambled out of his way as soon as they saw him .
Turning a corner , his sharp eyes caught sight of Lord Ottai approaching from the opposite direction with his own group of soldiers .
The grim expression on Ottais face mirrored Vladyas Zaiper has gathered the people at the square , Ottai announced as they drew closer , his tone edged with frustration .
He is informing them about the beasts escape last night .
So I have heard , Vladya stated , his voice clipped .
This must be stopped .
What is wrong with Zaiper ? This is a matter for the court , not the public .
Ottais brow furrowed .
Why would he do such a thing ? It is clear he is trying to gain more support .
The two walked together toward the square .
Lord Vladya shook his head .
Lately , he has grown desperate for the throne .
When they reached the sixth square , a large crowd had already formed .
Their heightened senses allowed them to hear Zaipers voice as they approached .
We cannot keep living in fear .
The beast will continue to break free , and more innocent people will be harmed , Zaipers voice boomed , holding the crowds attention .

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We all loved the grand king .
For thousands of years , he was our greatest ruler -the finest the Urekai have ever had .
Yes ! Long live the grand king ! someone in the crowd shouted .
A chorus of voices echoed , Long live the grand king ! three times Zaipers jaw tensed , his eyes darkening with anger , but he masked it well , flashing his practiced smile .
Indeed , he said smoothly .
We all cared for our grand king , without question .
That is why this tragedy is so painful .
None of us would wish the fate of going feral on anyone , even our enemies .
The grand kings mind has been lost for five centuries , replaced by the instincts of a predator .
One of the strongest .
And the rest of us rulers work tirelessly to protect you from the beast .
But we cannot always succeed , for the beast is stronger than most of our defenses , Zaiper continued , his voice carrying through the square .
As you all know , lives are lost every time the beast escapes .
Can we allow this to go on ? The crowd murmured softly , their fear clear , but their affection for the grand king even clearer .
For centuries , the people had loved and revered their grand king who had ruled with kindness and brought peace to their lands .
The same Urekai who despised and hunted all ferals preferred their grand king remain alive despite his feral state rather than be completely killed .
And for centuries , they stood united in this belief .
But one day , they would have to face the truth .
That ….
15:59 Sat , Dec 28 Chapter 24 G ON 68 % We cannot force the people into such decisions , Grand Lord Zeper , Lord Otial Interjected , drawing all eyes as he stepped onto the podium .
The people have the right to decide for themselves how they wish to handle the beast .
The fact that it was ance their grand king cannot be ignored Many nodded in agreement , inurmurs rippling through the crowd .
Zaiper turned his pretentious , sorrowful eyes toward Ottal .
You are correct , Grand Lord Ottai .
But how can they decide when they are kept in the dark ? Most of them do not know that , ust last night during the festival , the beast escaped again .
Gasps spread through the crowd Zaiper continued .
We managed to contain the beast , of course .
But imagine what might have happened if we had been too late or made a mistake and the beast had escaped the fortress Eyes widened in horror , and the murmurs turned to frightened hatter .
Amidst the clamor , a few words emerged .
May Ukrae protect us .
By the gods … ! I was at the festival .
I could have been killed … Silence , everyone , Lord Ottai ommanded softly , and the square fell as quiet as a tomb .
This is a matter for the court .
As Lord Zaiper mentioned , the beast was contained , and no harm came to anyone .
He directed a pointed gaze at Zaiper .
Lord Zaiper should not stir fear among the people when the threat has been dealt with .
The people have a right to know when their lives are at risk , Zaiper countered , his eyes shining with satisfaction .
The grand king turned feral because of us , a woman suddenly spoke from the crowd .
Her voice drew attention .
We would have all died that night if not for him .
We are alive because of his sacrifice .
So what if he is now mindless ? What if his beast cannot recognize anyone , unable to distinguish between friend and foe ? He saved us ! Yes ! the crowd shouted .
He protected us ! the woman added fiercely .
Yes ! they chorused .
We are not ready to lose him ! The crowd broke into uproarious cheers of agreement , clapping their hands .
Admist all of it , Lord Vladya said nothing .
Did nothing .
Arms crossed , he simply watched Zaiper spinning his web of influence among the people , who held firmly to their beliefs .
They werent ready yet .
Just as Vladya .
AEKEIRA Throughout the day , Emeriel awoke twice to briefly eat before returning to slumber .
On both occasions , she cried out in pain , prompting Aekeira to be grateful that her sisters awakenings were short lived .
Ackeira pleaded with Madam Livia to administer a stronger pain reliever to Emeriel , but the woman insisted the additional doses would only harm her further .
2/3 SEND GIFT 15:59 Sat , Dec 28 Chapter 24 G In the afternoon , Lord Vladya visited while Emeriel was still asleep , leaving only Aekeira in attendance .
He is not awake yet , my Lord .
Aekeira bowed .
3 68 % +5 Lord Vladya tilted his head to the side .
When he awakes and is well enough , tell him to come to Blackwood .
I would like to see him .
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