Chapter 242 Chapter 242 ゆく 78 % Dizziness washed over Daemonikai , a throbbing headache the size of a warship pounding through his skull .
The poison could stay in his body far longer than in Emeriels , long enough to secure the antidote .
Hopefully .
Are you truly well ? Worry touched Vladyas voice .
My head feels as though its trying to split in two , Daemonikai admitted .
But thats to be expected Who would do this ? Vladya wondered , his brow furrowed Do you have any suspicions ? Im going to confront Zaiper .
he repeated .
Vladyas eyes sharpened .
You really believe he could be involved ? I dont know , but I will start from him .
Daemonikai forced himself upright , a boiling rage building inside him .
Afterward , Im returning to the site of the attack .
If these inept fools cant find a trace , Ill track the one responsible myself .
Im coming with you .
No Daemonikai put on his robes slowly , his insides rolling , I need you here , with her .
Ill be back .
Vladyas concern deepened .
Youre unwell , Daemon .
I know how these confrontations of yours tend to go .
Are you certain youre up to this ? He walked to the door , stopped , and threw a look over his shoulder .
I can take care of Zaiper .
Im sick , not dead .
Crossing the intersection , Daemonikai entered Greyrock , his guards following behind .
Every step he took away from Emeriel hammered home how close he had come to losing her tonight .
Since when had his kingdom become so unsafe that assassins dared to strike within the heart of Ravenshadow fortress ? First himself , now Emeriel Word of his approach must have spread quickly , for soldiers scrambled to clear his path , moving with haste , their expressions tense , and all workers vanished into their posts .

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Storming into the royal residence , he saw Zaiper waiting at his door , a guarded expression in his eyes .
Your Grace .
I heard what happened , and I want you to know that my men are also searching for the culprit .
he said .
I require privacy , Zaiper .
Daemonikais tone was icily calm .
See to it .
The grand lords eyes widened slightly , hesitation crossing his face .
Darmonikais eyes bored into his , daring him to refuse .
But Zaiper nodded , leading him inside , dismissing the remaining guards in the hall .
Once alone , Darmonikai seized him by the collar , slamming hit against the nearest wall with enough force to drive the breath from his lungs , holding him suspended .
What is the meaning of this Zaiper choked out , struggling for air .
How dare you attempt to kill her ? Daemonikai snapped .
How are you , Zaiper ? 8478 % Chapter 242 Chapter 242 Dizziness washed over Daemonikai , a throbbing headache the size of a warship pounding through his skull .
The poison could stay in his body far longer than in Emeriels , long enough to secure the antidote .
Hopefully .
Are you truly well ? Worry touched Vladyas voice .
My head feels as though its trying to split in two , Daemonikai admitted .
But thats to be expected .
Who would do this ? Vladya wondered , his brow furrowed .
Do you have any suspicions ? Im going to confront Zaiper .
he repeated .
Vladyas eyes sharpened .
You really believe he could be involved ? I dont know , but I will start from him .
Daemonikai forced himself upright , a boiling rage building inside him .
Afterward , Im returning to the site of the attack .
If these inept fools cant find a trace , Ill track the one responsible myself .
Im coming with you .
No.
Daemonikai put on his robes slowly , his insides rolling .
I need you here , with her .
Ill be back .
Vladyas concern deepened .
Youre unwell , Daemon .
I know how these confrontations of yours tend to go .
Are you certain youre up to this ? He walked to the door , stopped , and threw a look over his shoulder .
I can take care of Zaiper .
Im sick , not dead .
Crossing the intersection , Daemonikai entered Greyrock , his guards following behind .
Every step he took away from Emeriel hammered home how close he had come to losing her tonight .
Since when had his kingdom become so unsafe that assassins dared to strike within the heart of Ravenshadow fortress ? First himself , now Emeriel .
Word of his approach must have spread quickly , for soldiers scrambled to clear his path , moving with haste , their expressions tense , and all workers vanished into their posts .
Storming into the royal residence , he saw Zaiper waiting at his door , a guarded expression in his eyes .
Your Grace .
I heard what happened , and I want you to know that my men are also searching for the culprit .
he said .
I require privacy , Zaiper .
Daemonikais tone was icily calm .
See to it .
The grand lords eyes widened slightly , hesitation crossing his face .
Daemonikais eyes bored into his , daring him to refuse .
But Zaiper nodded , leading him inside , dismissing the remaining guards in the hall .
Once alone , Daemonikai seized him by the collar , slamming him against the nearest wall with enough force to drive the breath from his lungs , holding him suspended .
What is the meaning of this- Zaiper choked out , struggling for air How dare you attempt to kill her ? Daemonikai snapped .
How dare you , Zalper ? 1/4 11:01 Tue , Feb 11 BA 4 Chapter 242 I would never ! he gasped , clawing at Daemonikais hand .
Release me , so we can discuss this →→ 04 78 % There will be no discussion .
Just me talking , and you listening Daemonikais grip tightened , cutting off Zaipers airflow , This is your only warning .
If I ever discover you played a role in any of this I will tear you apart with my bare hands Zaiper wheezed , glaring , You cannot threaten me in my own home- The grand king slammed him against the wall yet again .
If I find out you had a part in this , I will tear into you like meat in a slaughterhouse , shred you into a hundred tiny pieces , and scatter your remains all over the city , he stated matter of factly .
leaning closer .
Ill give you a taste of a part of me I suppressed a long time ago .
Fear flashed on Zaipers enraged face , but he quickly hid it .
Let me go , Daemon , let me go right now ! A humorless smile stretched across Daemonikais lips .
Pray to your gods I find no evidence linking you to this crime , Zaiper Thoryk Dragaxlov .
With that , he released Zaiper , who dropped like a rag doll .
As he gasped for breath , Daemonikai stepped back with casual indifference .
Zaiper slowly rose to his fect , his fury building , his pride wounded .
A flicker of yellow mixed with his gray eyes , and he advanced a threatening step forward .
You have no right to barge into my home and harass me this way ! he roared .
You have no right- Daemonikai stepped into his personal space , standing so close until there was barely an inch between them .
Bring him forth , I dare you , you fool , he challenged , his voice soft yet merciless .
Let your beast come out to play .
Gripping Zaipers chin , he stared into those yellow irises .
I will forget every rule of principle and wipe the floor with you both , just as I always have .
Zaipers defiance wayered , but his glare remained fierce .
Or better still , maybe I should go all the way .
Daemonikai smirked , If I were to harass you , the least I could do is do it thoroughly .
Then , the grand king released an onslaught of aggressive pheromones .
Kneel , he commanded Zaiper with his will .
Zaiper went rigid , trembling as he fought not to give in to the alpha command .
That resistance though , wracked him with torturous pain .
Don he started hoarsely .
Daemonikai flooded him with more , increasing the pressure .
Ba spike of pain split his skull due to that damned poison It wouldnt stop him .
Daemonikai pressed harder .
This is what harassment looks like aiper .
A faint ripple slithered into the grand king .
When he realized what it was , he snorted Is that your attempt to challenge me with your own pheromone ? Daemonikals voice was a low , deadly grow ! He felt the mild ripple again .
Give it up , little boy : Daemonikal mocked , cracking his neck .
ull only bring more pain upon yourself .
You may be strong , Zaiper , but you are no match for me .
Daemonikal may be laidback , but no one got away with this blat challenge No one- 11:01 Tue , Feb 11 B Chapter 242 8X 78 % Only Vladya ever dared to dispute him this way , and hed forgiven him because Vladya was far from sane then .
How dare Zaiper challenge him ? Daemonikai pushed more pheromones , not just to assert dominance this time , but to blatantly attack .
Stop … please… Zaiper whimpered as he clutched his head in agony , his body shaking .
Daemonikai gave him a bored look .
He could do this all night , really .
How dare him ? Holding the force a little longer while ignoring the searing pain in his belly , Daemonikai watched with cold satisfaction as Zaipers resistance melted into more pitiful whimper .
Please … Your Grace , Zaipers eyes watered , Defiance crumbling to dust , he bared his throat for Daemonikai Please … Alpha .
Kneel .
His knees hit the ground so fast , so hard , Daemonikai thought he heard a crack .
Bending down , he looked into the second rulers teary eyes .
How dare you try to raise a challenge against me ? Im … truly … sorry .
His voice choked .
Daemonikai punched him hard in the face .
The sound echoed around them .
Blood poured from Zaipers mouth .
Daemonikai wiped it up with his fingers and smeared it on Zaipers forehead .
Where did you get the nerve ? he growled .
Tell me .
Please , forgive me , Zaiper begged , barely breathing .
Daemonikais pheromones was making him ill .
Daemonikai gripped his jaw .
Im sick , and weakened with poison , maybe thats where your audacity came from , but get this clear , Dragaxlov , you are still no match for me .
Zaiper grunted as more blood pooled from his mouth .
You never will be , not now , not a thousand years past .
So keep that wounded pride and arrogance for the crowd .
Daemonikai grapped his hair , yanking it hard , forcing his head back .
The next time you defy me , I will drag you into the public square and discipline you before everyone .
Do I make myself clear ? Zaipers face flushed , humiliated .
Yes , yes , Your Grace … If I uncover any evidence you had a hand in what happened to Emeriel , I will return .
Daemonikai said , voice cutting like a blade .
And believe me , that is something you do not want .
To deliver the killing blow to his pride , Daemonikai buried his face in the crook of his neck , scenting him .
Zaiper whined , the sound layered with horror , shame , and self loathing .
Daemonikai could almost see his beast shrinking back , scurrying into the depths of his mind , cowering like a scolded child .
its tail tucked between its legs .
Completely satisfied , Daemonikai released him , both physically and from the weight of lus alpha command , striding out e Greyrock .
Behind him , Zaiper slumped forward , hils head bowed in subint on and defeat