Chapter 245 Chapter 245 PRINCESS EMERIEL Opening her eyes , and for the first time in days , Emeriel felt ..
well .
More than well , actually .
The persistent headache was gone , the fever and chills vanished , and the swelling faded as if it had never been .
How do you feel ? Her eyes found Aekeira seated beside her , exhaustion mingled with relief in her eyes .
Aekeira … Emeriels voice was a rasp .
You had everyone worried sick , Aekeira said .

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For a moment there , we were starting to fear the worst .
For a moment there , I thought the worst .
Emeriel tried to push herself up with a grunt of effort A sharp pain shooting through her abdomen , and she winced .
Aekeira quickly leaned forward , helping her into a more comfortable position , adjusting the pillows behind her back .
How long has it been ? Five days .
Emeriel let out a slow breath .
Five days … That long , huh .
Im so relieved to see you alright .
Aekeiras smile was strained .
You really scared me .
Emeriel noticed her sisters hands twitching , knuckles flexing .
Aekeira wanted to reach out , to hold her , to be sure she was real , but it was clear she was holding back .
These past few years hadnt been easy on them .
Emeriel , in her own pain , had distanced herself from everyone even the one person whose touch had always brought her the greatest comfort .
So , she reached out first , placing a hand on Aekeiras arm .
Im sorry I scared you , Keira .
Aekeira was on her in an instant , wrapping her in a tight hug .
Home , home , home .
The feeling hit Emeriel so hard , stealing her breath .
Longing surged through her , raw and powerful , so much so that she bit her lip to keep from breaking down .
Clenched her fists by her sides to keep from returning the hug , taking shallow breaths to rein in the avalanche of emotion , willing it to stay buried .
Dont ever do that again , Aekeira scolded , her body trembling .
How could you let yourself be hit by an arrow ? Youre usually so quick to deflect them ! How could you let this one strike you ? Oh , yes , I saw it coming and thought Id stand there with my arms wide open , rejoicing as it tore through my belly , Emeriel said in a dry tone .
Her sister huffed .
Pulling back , she gave Emeriel a reproachful look .
So you still have a sense of humor .
Thats good to know .
Emeriel grunted in response .
1/3 rii , is reu 3.70 % Chapter 245 11 How did I survive that ? she wondered aloud .
I smelled that poison .
It was one of those rare , deadly ones .
I think it was shezie .
Smelled like it .
She looked down at their intertwined hands , her brow furrowed .
For a moment there , I was sure I saw the white lights and the train to the otherworld .
Not even remotely amusing .
Aekeira settled back into her seat , taking Emeriels hand once more .
Your man saved you .
Emeriel had suspected as much .
But … how ? No one has a shezie antidote readily at hand , not unless theyre a mage .
He sucked the poison out of you , pulled it into his own body .
Lord Vladya said he recited spells that made it possible , Aekeira revealed softly .
Emeriel went still .
What ? Pulling her hand free from Aekeiras , she lifted her garment and looked down at the spot where the wound had been .
Nearly healed , there was no swelling , no darkened veins , no lingering trace of the poison .
Emeriel glanced at her sister , mouth opening and closing , but no words came out .
But why … why would he do this ? Every single moment , he was here , watching over you , caring for you .
Aekeiras voice was touched with wonder .
Even while he suffered , while the poison ate through his organs … Emeriels hands spasmed , gripping her garments tighter .
He took my poison … ? Hes only away now because of a critical meeting regarding the new project to draw water for the crops .
He missed countless duties because he refused to leave your side , Em .
But why … ? Emeriels voice was barely a whisper .
Our bond is gone .
Theres nothing forcing him to do this .
I dont think this is about the bond anymore , Aekeira said , looking certain and equally amazed .
I think he genuinely cares about you .
He took the poison into himself , bore the pain for days .
The antidote only arrived yesterday .
Shaking her head , she added .
You would have died .
Emeriels mind was spinning .
She couldnt comprehend the depth of his sacrifice .
Or why he would do it for her .
And he wasnt fully recovered from his illness .
Emeriel swallowed the tight knot in her throat .
Do they know who was responsible ? His bloodhost .
Aekeiras eyes turned fierce .
That damned mistress , I dont know why she hates you so much .
Of course .
Why am I not surprised ? Emeriels eyes narrowed .
That foolish woman .
The grand king investigated it himself .
Her sisters expression softened .
When no one else could find a clue , somehow , he did .
He nearly lost his mind that night … all because of you .
Emeriels heart fluttered .
An erratic , vulnerable beat .
Did you patch things up with him ? Aekeiras voice was gentle , but Emeriel stared blankly ahead , saying nothing .
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Im terrified to , she finally admitted .
Her sister looked at her, pity visible in her eyes .
76 % +12 ) I want to hear him , to know what he has to say , Emeriel confessed aloud for the first time .
But Im terrified out of my mind , Aekeira .
Her eyes traced the uneven , faded lines of dirt marring the wall .
What if he says the wrong thing ? What if its pity , or hes only trying to ease his guilt ? What if hes just being friendly , with no plans of a future for us ? Another tight swallow .
What if hes doing all this because he feels he owes me something for coming back here to save him ? What if hes being nice and sweet simply to return a favor , nothing more ? Too many what ifs , my darling sister , Aekeira reprimanded quietly .
Emeriel exhaled , her gaze dropping to the nearly healed wound .
What if he does say the right things ? Her voice was filled with trepidation .
Im terrified to walk the path of love again , Aekeira .
Ive been there , and its heart wrenching .
I feel too much for him .
If I let those feelings out again , and he decides we have no future again , Ill never recover a second time .
Oh , Em … Dont call me that , she grumbled .
Living this way isnt truly living , Em , Aekeira said , ignoring her disapproval .
Yes , those protective walls shield you from pain , from all the harshness of the world , but they keep you from happiness , from truly living .
From taking a chance .
Emeriel folded her arms .
And is that what youre doing ? Taking a chance again , after everything Lord Vladya put you through ?