Chapter 244 Chapter 244 PRINCESS EMERIEL Emeriel drifted in and out of consciousness .
64 % 1 Each time she surfaced , someone was pressing a bitter herb to her lips , cooling her forehead with damp cloths , or coaxing her to eat .
It was exhausting , intrusive .
Why couldnt they just leave her to her dreams ? Beautiful , sweet dreams of her and her Beloved .
Here , in this world of warmth and light , there was no pain , no misery .
Here , their bond was alive and flourishing .
Here , she could feel his presence even when he was far from the fortress .
Here , she felt everything in his heart , not just his pain but also his happiness .
His love .
In this world , her belly was full and rounded , carrying their child .
A child who brought even more sunshine into their already radiant world .
Her beloved glowed with joy , untouched by the sorrow of grief and loss .
Emeriel did not want to wake from this idyllic dream .
If crossing over to the other side brought dreams like these , perhaps she should have crossed long ago .
It was beautiful .
It was- Wake up , Princess .
Open your mouth .
Madam Livias voice drifted into her dreams .
Not this again .
Go away … she tried to shout , but the words came out a garbled mumble .
Shes overdue for her medication , the head maids voice chimed in , but lately , she locks her jaw tight , refusing any disturbance .
Blessed silence returned .
Emeriel relaxed , grateful .
Thank heavens- A strong , gentle hand caressed her cheek .
Wake up , dearling .
How stirred at the familiar voice .
What was he doing outside her dreams ? Here , in this fuzzy half world , he sounded closer … more real .
Fine , perhaps shed open her eyes for just a moment .
10:51 Thu , Feb 13 BA Chapter 244 Bright light assaulted her vision .
Nope .
Emeriel quickly squeezed her shut .
eyes Draw the curtains closed , Livia , her Beloved ordered .
But she needs cool air- Do it , he insisted .
The sound of rustling curtains followed .
The room dimmed .
Then , the wonderful silence .
Cautiously , she opened her eyes again , one at a time .
Her vision was blurry , but as she blinked , her males face slowly came into focus .
Hello , Princess , he groaned , his fingers caressing her cheekbones .
+ 64 % +23 Her head felt light and foggy , but this … this was a pleasant dream too .
Emeriel let out a soft , contented sound , nuzzling into his touch .
Thats my good girl , his hand moved to stroke her hair .
Now , you need to drink .
A cup pressed against her lips , and a bitter liquid touched her tongue .
She gagged , turning her head away .
Bitter , she mumbled .
Dont want it .
I know , but you must , He leaned closer , his face filling her vision , blocking out the rest of the world ..
Emeriel found she didnt mind that at all .
Youre so handsome , she slurred .
But … theres a little error here … Lifting a hand , she flattened the lines of worry on his forehead , smoothening the frown between his brows .
There , much better .
Dont frown so hard .
His gaze was filled with a tenderness that made her feel like the center of his universe .
Oh , she liked that .
A lot .
wa Keep looking at me … like that , she murmured drowsily , lost in those eyes .
Sometimes , its like you see right into my very soul .
She paused , her eyelids fluttering .
Its unnerving , but … I like it .
Dont ever stop .
Youre drugged out of your senses , he said in that deep , sexy voice that made Emeriel tingle inside .
No , Im quite clearheaded , she informed him with utmost seriousness .
Blinking hard , she frowned , her brow wrinkling as her eyes tried to focus .
Though you do seem to have ….
three eyes and two noses .
He let out a deep chuckle .
Clearheaded , are we ? Absolutely , Emeriels hand slipped to his neck , greedily tracing wherever her fingers could reach .
I wish youd do that more often .

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Laugh .
I want to hear it … to see it .
10:51 Thu , Feb 13 B Chapter 244 You make me want to , he admitted , his tone raspy .
I never thought I would again , but you … He picked up the dreaded medicine cup once more .
You do need to drink this .
Do not .
Do , too .
It pressed against her mouth again .
Drink , Riel .
Riel .
The pet name made her insides twist pleasantly .
Riel … she savored the way it sounded .
I like it .
You do ? Emeriel nodded enthusiastically .
Very much .
Call me … Riel , Your Grace .
I will , darling , he promised softly .
Now , drink .
Reluctantly , she opened her mouth and gulped down the bitter medicine , grimacing .
A smile touched his lips .
Good girl .
Emeriel preened under his praise .
I have the most beautiful dreams … she confided , groggily .
Oh ? There was curiosity to his tone .
Mmm .
She reached for him , clinging weakly .
Lie beside me , and Ill tell you all about them .
He sighed .
Im needed in court , Riel .
Please … Beloved , she whined , persuasive .
Another sigh , one of surrender .
Leave us , Livia .
She barely heard the soft footsteps , the door opening and closing .
He lay beside her , and Emeriel rested her head on his solid chest sighing in contentment .
His arms were her favorite place .
The safest place in the entire universe .
I dreamed of us , she fought the pull of sleep .
Of our life together … You were so happy .
Was I ? His voice was soft .
Oh yes .
She glanced up at him , her eyes heavy .
I was heavy … with your child .
19 In that instant , Emeriel was grateful she could see his face .
Could see the raw hunger that sparked in his eyes .
The longing … Sick or not , it was a sight that would forever be imprinted on her heart .
Her powerful mate looked … as though he might cry .
+23 ) TU21 IIIU , reU T Chapter 244 13.64 % +23 Its not something that will happen for me … for us anytime soon he said hoarsely , his eyes finally breaking away from hers .
Not for centuries to come .
She ran a soothing hand over his chest , grounding herself in the steady rise and fall of his breathing , trying to keep her drug addled mind focused .
My late bondmate and I were together for four millennia and only two sons to show for it .
Our youngest was eight hundred years ago … we tried for a third for centuries .
His voice faltered , and he drew a shaky breath .
I would give anything to have another child … Oh , my beloved .
Emeriels heart ached for him .
An old pain surfaced ; she had no idea where it came from , but it was right there in her chest .
Do you know what it means to try for a child for three hundred years , young one ? His deep voice rumbled through his chest .
Closing her eyes , she soaked in the soothing vibrations .
It means each day feels endless .
Every heat cycle that passes without conception is agony for both of you .
Im sorry , she whispered .
Dont be .
His hand stroked her arm .
Its a beautiful dream .
I would give anything to have shared it with you , even if only in a dream .
Her eyelids grew heavier , his sweet embrace lulling her into that drifting peace .
A memory stirred at the edge of her consciousness .
Something painful yet precious , but she didnt hold onto it .
Here pain had no place .
Its a lovely dream , she conceded .
Stay with me , my Beloved .
Just a little while longer .