Chapter 267 Chapter 267 Emeriel cleared her throat .
Tell me about you and Lord Vladya .
How is his … health ? +13 Ackeira brushed her hair , the bristles gliding in gentle strokes from root to tip .
Its gotten much better .
There are still days when things are hard when his episodes are really bad .
The voices in his head grow stronger , and his beast becomes ruthless .
But we have learned to navigate those days together , better than before .
Her strokes faltered , the brush pausing mid air as the light in her eyes dimmed .
Even so , those days , though rare , remind me of the inevitable … that he wont always be here .
Emeriel balled her hands into fists in her lap .
She wanted to rise , to wrap her sister in the kind of hug that could chase away the pain in her voice .
But hesitation rooted her in place .
I havent hugged her to comfort her in over two years .
How do I start now ? Aekeira took a deep breath , her eyes clearing , the heavy misery leaving her .
But we wont let days like that rule our lives or his .
The sadness ebbed from her voice as she resumed brushing .
He asked me to bond with him , and I said yes .
Emeriels head snapped up .
She turned sharply , her wide eyes locking onto her sister .
You mean Lord Vladya asked you to be his mate ? To perform the bonding ritual and everything ? Aekeira gave an enthusiastic nod , smiling widely .
Emeriel stared , the weight of the revelation settling over her like a storm breaking on the horizon .
She didnt know all the details of the bonding ritual , but Lord Vladyas history with it was infamous .
The idea that he was willing to give this relationship with Aekeira a true chance , to the point of committing to the ritual- was breathtaking .
Incomprehensible .
No wonder my sister is so happy .
Emeriel rose slowly and crossed the room .
Standing before Aekeira , she took her sisters hand in hers , squeezing gently .
I am so , so happy for you , Aekeira .
It brings me immense joy to see you like this .
You deserve it , after everything you have been through .
Reaching out , she tucked a stray strand of Aekeiras hair behind her ear with a tenderness that felt both foreign and familiar .
This was my only dream for so long .
That you would find happiness with a male who truly loves and cherishes you .
A male who could put this kind of light in your eyes and smile on your face .
Her lips curved into a tiny smile .
Never in my wildest dreams did I think that male would be Grand Lord Vladya .
Aekeira nodded too , staring at their intertwined hands .
Not the day that terrifying lord stood in Navias court , holding your cheeks and examining you with such disgust .
Certainly not in those first months after we arrived in Urai , when he looked at you with hatred so strong it was frightening .
And definitely not the day he punished you in court or later that night in his private chambers .
Tears filled Aekeiras eyes , her voice trembling as she spoke .
We have come a long way , have we not ? Emeriel nodded , a bittersweet smile on her lips .
Truly , love is found in the most unexpected places .
Im so genuinely happy for you , Keira .
If any male can take care of you and protect you , its him .
This has made my night .
1/3 10:21 Mon , 24 Feb Chapter 267 Do you know what made mine ? Ackeira looked up , her eyes glistening as a tear slipped down her cheek .
This .
Us , together again .
Me and you .
Her voice broke in a whisper , You , Em .
Seeing you like this again has made my entire night ? Emeriels heart grew too heavy , Ackcira , as always was never hesitant or stingy with her hugs and pulled Emeriel back into her arms .
Thank you for coming back to us .
For coming back to me .
She leaned closer , her breath soft against Emeriels car .
For so long , I was terrified Id lost you forever .
Emeriels eyes filled with tears .
Im so sorry I pushed you away , Its been so hard , staying all these years with that distance between us , but … I needed to survive .
What happened ? Ackeira pulled back just enough to look into her sisters eyes .
Her voice was small , her gaze searching , imploring .
Tell me what happened .
You just woke up one day … changed .
No more grieving , crying , or moping .
I was relieved at least one of us was brave enough to deal with it .
But deep down , I have always felt there was something more .
Something you are not telling me .
Emeriel shook her head slowly , No , Keira .
Lets not go there .
So there is something .
Ackeira suddenly looked determined .
No , I need to know .
There is nothing .
Emeriel took a step back , the warmth fleeing , a chill spreading through her veins .
Her fingers tightened on her garment , her knuckles white .
Nothing happened .
No more secrets , Em , please .

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Ackeira sounded desperate and frustrated .
I have thought about it for years .
Did the grand king send a rejection letter to you in Navia ? Is that it ? I truly dont want to talk about it , Emeriels voice shook .
Her body betrayed her as she trembled , the tremors impossible to hide .
Keira , please , let it go .
Look at yourself ! Aekeiras voice rose , her worry spilling over into anger .
You are shaking its still affecting you ! What happened , Em ? No ! she screamed in anguish .
Let it go .
Its all in the past ! Tell me , I need to know ! Aekeira shouted right back .
I lost my child ! The confession exploded from Emeriel in an agonized scream ripped from the depths of her soul .
I was pregnant , and I lost my baby ! Emeriels chest was too full , it hurt too much .
And because there was no more room for the pain , it was bursting through her .
I was cr crying too much , h hurting myself too much .
I was too weak , and because of that , I lost my p pregnancy ! The more she screamed , the worse it hurt .
Tears streamed down her face in unending rivers .
Now that the dam had burst , the words refused to stop .
I stood there in that lavatory while my child left me in a p pool of b blood , and there was n nothing I could do about it .
A bitter , choked laugh left her .
I didnt even know I was pregnant .
I was so weak I lost the most pre precious thing in- Aekeiras arms were fierce around her again , and this time , Emeriel collapsed into her body , violent sobs wracking her throat .
You were pr pregnant ? Aekeiras stuttered , her own tears falling freely now .
Oh , by the gods , by the gods , by the gods … ! How could something like this happen ? How did you live with this !? Why didnt you tell me !? You carried something th this heavy within you ?! Light gods , Emeriel ! 010 10:21 Mon , 24 Feb Chapter 267 Ackeira held her even tighter , as if her arms alone could shield Emeriel from the agery .
This is why I n never talk about it , she sobbed .
After all these years .
it thunders hurt this much .
But it does , 1 feel like Im tearing apart inside , It was not your fault , do you hear me ?! ? Ackeira whispered sternly , with conviction .
Stop haming , you sug Her words froze mid sentence .
She pulled back , her tear streaked face suddenly teme What is it ? Emeriel asked , her voice shaky and weak .
She wiped at her cheeks , her gaze fixed sharply on something behind Emeriel Dread coiled in Emeriels stomach as she turned slowly , There , standing in the doorway , pale as death itself , was Grand King , Daemonikai Oh heavens … no .
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