Chapter 263 Chapter 263 PRINCESS EMERIEL Gasps rippled through the court , stunned silence following .
Jaws dropped .
The high lords and the grand lords .
Only Grand Lord Vladya seemed unaffected , one brow arching to his hairline as he leaned back in his chair .
+13 Grand King Daemonikai extended his hands toward her , his emerald eyes softening as they locked onto hers .
Come to me , dearest .
Emeriel moved automatically , her feet carrying her forward before her mind could catch up .
She felt dazed , her body acting on instinct as if pulled by an invisible tether .
Reaching him , she placed her trembling hands atop his , her gaze never leaving his .
Her name is Emeriel Galilea Evenstone , Daemonikai announced , his voice unwavering .
Ukrea has blessed me with the gift of her , and today , I officially show her to you so she will be accorded the respect and honor she deserves as my woman , and as my Soulbond .
A pin could have dropped and been heard .
Not a single breath , not a whisper .
Or maybe it was just the ringing in Emeriels ears .
His words hit her like a tidal wave .
His woman .
His Soulbond .
He was announcing them publicly .
Officially claiming her .
Her heart pounded a fast , uneven rhythm as if it might burst free of her chest at any moment .
He smiled softly , just for her , as he gave her hands a reassuring squeeze .
As many of you know , I lost my family centuries .
ago .
Daemonikais deep voice rose in the stillness , his eyes sweeping across the room , locking onto each noble as if daring them to look away .
It hasnt been easy .
That pain … I never thought I could heal from it Many of you witnessed what it did to me how I fell apart .
Descended into madness .
I never thought I could find my way back .
I thought my life was over … I wanted my life to be over .
Emeriels eyes fell to their hands , still intertwined .
Slowly , she raised her eyes to his .
But this woman , pulled me back from the brink .
Not just once but over and over again .
His gaze returned to the court , his words ringing out with absolute clarity .
While many of you fought to eliminate my wild beast , she fought to save me .
She offered her body and her blood , bringing me back from madness .
I was drawn to her , even when I had no memory of who she truly was .
Repeatedly , I sought her out , wanting to be near her … even when I thought she belonged to another .
They gasped again .
Emeriel couldnt bring herself to look away from him .
His words were so raw , so sincere , they caused tears to blur her eyes .
Daemonikai released her hand , stepping back .
Clasping his hand behind his back , he walked to the raised podium with regal grace .
From his new vantage point , he faced the court once more .
And after I discovered who she truly was , I sent her away .
But whatever was left of my empty heart whatever small measure of life remaining went with her .
A sickness took root in me .
My soul was dying , and I was sure that would be the 1/3 12:10 Sun , 23 Feb Chapter 263 end .
But she came for me .
A muffled sob escaped Emeriels lips , and she pressed a shaky hand to her mouth , trying to stifle her cries further .
55 % Even when she was hurting , even when anger burned in her heart , she came back .
His voice softened , though it carried just as far .
And she saved me once again .
Night and day , she stayed by my side , tending to me .
Her other hand frantically wiped at her tears , but it was a futile effort .
They fell faster than she could chase them away .
Daemonikais gaze finally rested on her again , filled with tenderness .
Today , I stand before this court to tell you all about this kind , beautiful princess Ukrea saw fit to bless me with .
His lips curved into a soft smile .
And to announce that she is mine .
All eyes turned to her .
The nobles regarded her with shock , awe , and disbelief , as if they were seeing her for the first time .

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Emeriels heart swelled and ached all at once .
This is real , right ? Heavens , let this not be a dream .
I wish to court her , Daemonikai announced suddenly .
To build something meaningful with her .
Something that can , I hope , grow into something even more profound .
So that one day , she may stand beside me as my Grand Queen .
The court erupted into chaos .
That , apparently , was the last straw .
Loud murmurs , gasps , and shocked exclamations filled the air , echoing off the walls .
How could you say such a thing , Your Grace ? A voice rose .
It hasnt gotten to that ! Our Grand Queen … a human ?! one from the back exclaimed .
After all they did to us ? This cannot be happening ! GRAND KING DAEMONIKAI He let the noise swirl around him , his watchful gaze sweeping across the court as he observed them .
Then , he swiveled his head , meeting the eyes of his grand rulers .
Zaipers expression was a stormy scowl , his jaw clenched .
As if hed swallowed something bitter and couldnt spit it out .
Ottai wore a beaming grin so bright his eyes crinkled at the corners .
While Vladya offered a more reserved smile .
Glancing back at the court , his voice cut through the chaotic murmurs like a clap of thunder .
Silence .
The hall fell deathly still , leaving a ringing silence in its wake .
A nervous cough broke the quiet , drawing Daemonikais attention to the right .
High Lord Jakal rose , stiff in his military uniform , as he raised a hand .
May I address the court , Your Grace ? Go ahead , Lord of Military Affairs .
Jakal shifted uncomfortably , his hands clasped tightly in front of him .
I understand where you are coming from , Your Majesty .
Many of us do ….
its just … He hesitated , his eyes darting across the room before returning to the king .
Its going to 12:10 Sun , 23 Feb Chapter 263 55 % +13 be incredibly hard for our people to accept the idea of a human as our future Grand Queen .
I mean , we lost so many to their kind .
Entire families shattered .
Many of us still carry those scars both seen and unseen .
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