Chapter 461 EMERIEL Two days later , Emeriel followed the directions provided by the lord from the High Court .
When he arrived at the gate , he introduced himself and the gates opened for him The household worker who led him towards the front porch was surprisingly friendly and talkative .
By the time the human male left Emeriel at the door , Emeriel knew the name of the high lord who had summoned him- Lord Herod .
The noble lord of agriculture was widowed and over two thousand years .
Emeriel stood hesitantly against the door , his hand raised and suspended in the air .
You can turn and head back to the fortress , Emeriel .
Pretend you had not made this trip .
However , he could not ignore the summons forever .
The lord had only given him four days , and two of them had already .
passed .
What would happen if those four days expired ? Emeriel shuddered at the thought Before his wandering mind could dissuade him .
Emeriel knocked .
The door was opened by a butler and Emeriel stated his reason for being there before a maid emerged to lead him further into the house .
The master will see you shortly , the maid said before leaving him in a waiting area with a wooden bench , directly across from a large oak door .
Emeriel grew increasingly restless as he waited .
He felt anxious , almost hopeful in his thinking at Lord Herod had forgotten about him .
But , the door opened , and Lord Herod stepped out .
Come in , Lord Herod ordered , retreating back into the room .
Emeriel , is it ? Yes , my lord Lord Herod stopped in the center of the library , turned to Emericl , and gave a small smile .
I have been expecting you .
I apologize for answering your summons late , my lord .
Why is he smiling when Emeriel was about to jump out of his skin .
with worry ? Lord Herod nodded .
Do not be so frightened , Emeriel .
I did not summon you here today to harm or threaten you .
If I wanted Urai to know about an incredibly beautiful girl disguised as a male in the Ravenshadow Citadel Fortress of Great Power , the grand lords would have already taken action against you .
But that is not my intention Oh … Thank you , my lord .
Emeriel didnt feel relieved .
What was the catch ? What would this lord do to me ? The lord scrutinized him carefully with his eyes .
His lips curled up again , and he spoke , Come .
I want to show you something .
Emeriel followed him out of the study , and together they walked down the hall .
The house servants were nowhere to be seen , and the atmosphere was eerily quiet .
As they turned a corner , a large painting of a woman caught Emeriels attention .
When they reached it , Lord Herod stopped .
This is Rivera , my bondmate .
She passed away thirty years ago , he said , a tinge of sadness in his voice .
Im so sorry to hear that , Emeriel offered .
We bonded four hundred years ago .
Lord Herods eyes filled with memories .
I felt like the luckiest Urekai on earth when our bond was established after the seven days of bonding ritual .
When our souls connected , I was so elated that I felt like I 1/3 16:51 Sat , Dec 28 G.
pter 46 could move mountains- Emeriel had no idea why Lord Herod was sharing this with him .
But it was clear- She was human , he revealed .
-that Lord Herod loved his wife deeply .
Wait , what ! Huh ? Emeriel looked up at him , bewildered .
Π Another smile graced Lord Herods handsome face , and he nodded .
Rivera was human .
I attetided the birth ceremony of Lord Festuss child , and there she was , serving drinks .
She was severely malnourished , but incredibly beautiful .
I couldnt stop thinking about her for days .
When I suggested to Festus that I wanted to purchase his slave , he agreed .
So I bought her and brought her here .
She worked in this household for years .
Then , we fell in love .
I loved her even before I discovered she was a syren .
Emeriels head snapped up and her eyes widened .
Did he know she was syren ? However , the lord seemed lost in his memories , his gaze fixed on the painting .
But when I discovered her secret .
I knew it was fate .
The centuries we spent together were the happiest of my long life .
And when she passed away , he paused , his voice filled with sorrow , she took all the light and joy with her .
I offer my deepest condolences , my lord .
already missed several von there .
You know , Verb Lord Herod seemed to return to the present .
I share all this with you in hopes that your fear would diminish , young one .
I still mourn my bondmate deeply , even after all these years .

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I attended the banquet because 1 festivals , and I would have faced consequences if I missed that one , too .
I never expected to m was just like you .
She lived with Lord Festus , disguised as a male- Emeriel was taken aback .
Really ? Mmm .
They were unaware of her true identity , but with just one glance , I knew it .
When I discovered your secret , memories of Vera came rushing back.
ow Despite the lords explanation , Emeriel remained confused .
I dont understand what you want from me , my lord .
you Lord Herods gaze bore into Emeriels , his eyes filled with intensity .
I want you to feel safe .
I want you to know that be yourself in my presence .
A door opened , and a human maid perhaps a slave hurried forward .
Dinner is ready , master .
So , a slave then .
Emeriel noticed that the slaves in the household appeared to be well dressed and healthy , unlike every other slaves .
Lord Herod turned to Emeriel .
Are you hungry ? Emeriel nodded quickly , before he could talk himself out of it .
Lord Herod smiled , Come , lets go eat .
During dinner , Emeriel began to relax .
Could it be that this lord hadnt summoned him here for a sordid affair , where his body would be taken in exchange for keeping his secrets ? It all seemed too good to be true .
I can see your mind working .
Lord Herod remarked .
Emeriel decided to be honest .
This is not what I expected I get the idea of what you might have expected , but I want you to know that not all lords in Urai are heartless 3/3 Emeriel tried to suppress the skepticism in his gaze , but Lord Herod noticed it nonetheless and nodded firmly .
I know it may appear that way , but not everyone is like that .
The people are hurting , and they are projecting their pain onto others Emeriel paused , contemplating a question that had always troubled him .
Why should we be punished for the sins of our ancestors ? Urekai treat every human as if we were the ones who invaded their land .
We shouldnt be held accountable for the actions of others just because we belong to the same species .
Silence fell over the table and Emeriel lowered his head , focusing on his food .
Well , now he would find out if Lord Herod was merely pretending to be kind .
Knots formed in Emeriels stomach .