Chapter 258 Chapter 258 GRAND KING DAEMONIKAI Someone is feeling quite cheerful this evening , Vladya remarked as he approached .
66 % +13 Grand King Daemonikai turned , a smile tugging at his lips , one he couldnt suppress no matter how hard he tried .
I dont know about you , Vladya , but I am having such a beautiful day .
Vladya arched a brow as he dipped his head in a polite bow .
Your Grace .
Spare me the bullcrap .
Daemonikai waved a dismissive hand resuming his pace , hands clasped behind his back .
He whistles too , Vladya noted , his voice carrying a teasing lilt .
Daemonikai stopped , the faint melody in the air ceasing as well .
He blinked , surprised .
Was that me ? He hadnt even realized hed been whistling .
You know , youre fortunate Aekeira doesnt have our hearing , Vladya said , moving beside him .
She would have come storming in last night , hearing her sister scream like that all through the night .
Why are you suddenly all over my business , brat ? Daemonikai smirked , giving Vladya a sidelong glance .
Come to think of it , someone does look even chipper than I am .
This isnt about me its about you , Vladya shot back , rolling his eyes .
And with all due respect , could you quit trying to change the subject ? Your ears should be cut off , Daemonikai muttered under his breath .
Vladya smiled .
An actual genuine , unguarded smile .
Daemonikai noticed the subtle changes in his friend since his return .
Little by little , glimpses of the old Vladya were surfacing .
But this this sincere smile took the cake .
You know , I think this is the first time Ive seen you so … happy .
Its been a long time .
Vladya smiled .
Clearing his tight throat , Daemonikai resumed walking .
Took the words right out of my mouth .
And you cant blame my ears for this .
Vladya tsked , grinning .
You were the one who moved from your well fortified masters chambers to another .
That much was true .
The Memories of Evie had been too much , too painful .

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And now … he didnt regret it .
He liked his present chambers .
But perhaps it was time he considered converting it into his main residence , fortifying it accordingly .
Are you two finally going to give this thing between you a chance ? Vladya asked , his tone losing some of its lightness .
Has she forgiven you ? Not yet .
But I like to think we are working toward that .
Last night was … Daemonikai exhaled , searching for the right word .
incredible Vladya stopped , turning to face him , his eyes scanning Daemonikai with a discerning gaze .
All these changes I see , they look good on you The smiles , the easy air … even your aversion to touch seems to be fading .
I like this for you , Daemon .
I like this for me too , Daemonikai said , softly .
I didnt think it would happen either .
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Vladyas own smile dimmed , leaving only the warmth in his eyes .
Daemonikai nodded , his voice turning reflective .
We were both too damaged .
We were each others strength and destruction .
We had to part ways to fight our demons .
We had to , Vladya agreed , his tone flat but tender .
A moment passed between them .
I missed the devil out of you .
Daemonikais grin returned .
Huh .
And the love sick puppy is back .
Give me a damn break , Vladya groaned , rolling his eyes again .
Daemonikai only chuckled some more .
They walked in companionable silence , following the path to the training grounds .
The fresh breeze hit them as they stepped outside , crisp and refreshing , carrying the faint scent of flowers .
Paths cleared before them as people bowed , greeting them respectfully before hurrying out of their way .
Daemonikais gaze fell to Vladyas paw like hand .
A reminder that , one day , he might lose his oldest friend to madness .
Dont even think about it .
66 % +13 Swallowing the tight lump in his throat , he cleared it with deliberate force .
So , are you going to tell me whats going on with you ? This whole cheerful mood of yours is … glaringly obvious , in case you werent aware .
I asked Aekeira to bond with me , Vladya said , the faintest smile back on his face .
We will perform the bonding rituals .
The words , so unexpected , hit Daemonikai with the force of a windstorm .
He stopped walking , stunned .
For a moment , he said nothing , his thoughts scattering like leaves in a gale , staring at Vladya as though he had grown a second head .
I know it will be hard , Vladya continued , looking uncertain .
Almost undoable , but Almost undoable is putting it mildly .
Impossible is the right word , Daemonikai blurted out before he could stop himself .
Vladyas shoulders dropped , sadness crossing his eyes .
Guilt filled Daemonikai .
I apologize for that , V.D.
That was uncalled for Its alright .
You arent telling me anything I dont already know .
I still apologize .
I should not have said it .
Its just … Im happy you have taken this step .
Truly .
Daemonikai reached out, clasping Vladyas shoulder .
Knowing how you swore off bonding for so long , its a relief to see you trying again .
But if it doesnt work … he shook his head .
I dont want you to go through that pain again .
To watch you go through it all again when its- he searched for the right words .
-when its bound to fail this time , terrifies me immensely just thinking about it I understand Vladya averted his eyes .
It terrifies me , too .
You know how the bonding ritual is performed .
Your female has to be in heat on the seventh day , the ritual rites recited while you knot her womb .
Your chest parallel to hers soul to soul , body to body , binding you together forever .
We are missing two vital elements here .
Daemonikai paused , his voice dropping .
Your soul and her heat .
I know all that Naked pain flashed in Vladyas features .
Of course I do .
But … Daemonikai stayed silent , watching him .
Vladya inhaled deeply , his jaw tight .
But I still want to try .
2/3 11:59 Fri , 21 Feb Chapter 258 MO 66 % +13 ) Daemonikai saw it then .
Determination beneath the sadness .
Ive done this before .
Taken every step and met every requirement for the ritual , yet it still failed .
Every single one of them , except one .
Vladya held his eyes .
This what I have with Aekeira its different .
Its not perfect far from it .
Its not all roses like my past connections .
Its stronger , more intense , more … real .
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