Chapter 259 Chapter 259 MO The resolve in Vladyas eyes was the kind Daemonikai hadnt seen in him in far too long .

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66 % I gave this a lot of thought , and do you know the conclusion I came to ? Vladyas lips twitched into a sad smile .
I still want to perform the ritual anyway .
Vladya was willing to try , to fight , to hope , even when the road ahead looked impossible .
You know what ? Fuck it .
Go for it .
Daemonikai smiled softly , pulling Vladya into a hug , gripping his back with both hands .
Congratulations , brat .
Thanks , ancient one .
Vladyas tone was light , but the fierceness with which he returned the hug betrayed his emotions .
The soldiers in the middle of drills glanced their way , curiosity quickly masked behind respectful bows .
That girl is so good for you , Daemonikai said as they pulled apart .
I only watched your interactions briefly , but it told me everything I needed to know .
Shes changing you in all the right ways .
I wish for you to be genuinely happy , Vladya .
Right back at you .
Vladya cleared his hoarse tone .
Im keeping my fingers crossed for you and Emeriel .
I trust you to wear her down I want to see you remain this cheerful too .
That smile on your face ? Everyone in this city wants to see more of it .
Daemonikai huffed a laugh , shaking his head , catching sight of a figure hurrying toward them .
Her embroidered green gown swayed with her purposeful strides , the gold threading glinting faintly in the sunlight .
Isnt that Morina ? Vladya asked , curious .
I rarely see her these days .
Whats she doing so far from Mabblewood ? Were about to find out .
Lady Morina approached , offering a graceful bow .
Your Grace , she greeted Daemonikai before turning to Vladya with equal respect .
Your Highness .
Is everything all right , Morina ? Daemonikai asked .
Are you looking for Ottai ? He came out of court with us but disappeared shortly after .
No , Your Grace .
Morina hesitated , looking sorrowful .
I was looking for you .
My bondmate sent me here with a message .
The unease in her posture set off warning bells in his mind .
What is the matter ? He said he gave his word not to tell you directly , so he asked me to do it instead .
Morina shifted nervously .
Its about your woman .
The princess , she … Emeriel ? She was still in my bed when I left for court this afternoon .
Daemonikais entire body went rigid .
Is she all right ? Whats going on ? She , uh … Morinas eyes flickered away , hand twisting in the fabric of her gown .
There really isnt an easy way to say this She has left for the human lands .
EMERIEL She stood before the glimmering lake , its calm waters marking the first border leading to the great mountain .
But the beauty of her surroundings was lost on her .
Her heart was heavy .
As though a stone had been dropped on her chest , pressing her down .
1/3 11:59 Fri , 21 Feb Chapter 259 MO 66 % She had slept deeply , like the dead, only to wake at the first light of evening to an empty bed , the grand king having gone to court .
At first , she had felt lightness in her heart , happiness in her soul .
Last night was amazing .
Magical .
But those memories brought the sobering reality of what today was .
And with it came the pain .
Now , she stood before the first border , her feet refusing to cross .
I made this decision to leave .
It was the right choice .
So why did it hurt so much ? Cross over , Princess , Lord Ottai urged from the far side of the lake waiting for her .
We need to move quickly if were to reach the great mountain by nightfall .
Emeriel took a step forward , only to wince , stopping .
She could still feel him .
Every aching muscle , every tender bruise , was a reminder of last night .
Madam Livia had sent a concoction to ease the soreness , but Emeriel had only taken half .
She wasnt ready to forget .
Not yet .
Even if walking was uncomfortable , she welcomed the pain , clinging to it .
It was all she had left of him now .
Tears prickled her eyes , no longer wanting to be held back .
Last night had opened a dam she couldnt reseal .
She had fought to keep her emotions at bay during the journey here , but now , standing on the edge of leaving him forever , they spilled over .
She stepped into the lake , a metaphorical dagger stabbing into her heart .
Emeriel ? She forced herself forward another step .
The dagger twisted , hurting so bad .
She stopped , clutching her chest tightly , tears streaking her cheeks .
Why am I leaving him ? Emeriel whispered , lifting her tear filled eyes to meet the grand lords .
Why am I leaving him , L- Lord Ottai ? Because … for th the life of me , I cant s seem to remember .
His kind eyes held hers , but he didnt respond .
I wanted to protect myself .
To protect my heart .
She tried to breathe through the heaviness in her chest .
But why does it feel like theres no saving it from this ? Why does it feel like Im breaking it even more by leaving She turned her gaze to the tranquil waters of the lake , her reflection rippling in its depths .
With every step I take , its like my heart is being crushed into pieces .
Leaving h him isnt supposed to h hurt this much , Lord Ottai Lord Ottai stepped into the lake , water lapping around him as he crossed back toward her .
She took a step back , giving him space , all the while fighting to keep the dam at bay .
It hurts this way because you still love him , Emeriel , he said gently .
You never stopped loving him .
A sob broke from Emeriels throat , and her hand flew to her mouth to muffle the sound .
It hurts this way because you have already forgiven him .
Lord Ottai went on , his voice compassionate .
You forgave him a long time ago , but you have been clinging to the remnants of anger that no longer exists .
That anger was your shield , the wall you built to protect yourself from the pain to block your love for him .
Another sob escaped , then another , each one shaking her body .
Tears flooded down her cheeks as she buried her face in her hands .
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