Chapter 77 Merilyn nodded , her eyes welling with tears .
No , it did not .
We new that bonds between a master and his bloodhost rarely formed , but we were so in love .
So hopeful … As his bloodhost , of souls were already connected , so it shouldnt have been difficult , right ? At that moment , Ackeira felt pity for this woman and for Grand Lord Vladya .
Especially for him .
Ackeira had never imagined she would feel compassion for that male .
Merilyn let out a shuddering breath , wiping her tears .
After that Vladya withdrew from the world .
Secluded himself .
He became unreachable .
Impenetrable .
You cant imagine what its like to want something so deeply and have it forever out of reach .
He longed for if so desperately , for over three thousand years , and yet , fate seemed determined to cast him aside .
As if the stars themselves were mocking him .
Ackeira couldnt believe she was tearing up .
Quickly , she dried her eyes with the back of her hand .
What happened afterward ? No one could help him .
Not even I , his bloodhost and lover , could help him .
But someone managed to reach him .
Grand King Daemonikai .
Only King Daemonikai kept him sane , anchored , preserving his sanity during those dark , dark times .
Urekai Alphas are incredibly possessive of their belongings , fiercely guarding what they consider theirs .
They are reluctant to allow another alpha too close , regardless of the strength of their friendship .
However , the grand king integrated Vladya into his own family , making Vladya feel a deep sense of belonging .
He was Vlads best friend .
Merilyns eyes , still glistening with unshed tears , locked onto Aekeiras .
Do you know why Im telling you al connects to his hatred of humans ? this Ackeira could only think of one reason .
Because of what happened to King Daemonikai and his family ? Merilyn shook her head , her eyes brimming with emotion .
While that answer is not entirely wrong , it is only partially true .
Six hundred years ago , after centuries of self imposed exile , Vlanya finally dared to open his heart to another woman .
Her name was Tiara .
She possessed incredible beauty and kindness , and she was adored by everyone .
She was a child barely eighty years old but such a bright soul .
It wasnt surprising she breached those walls and captured his heart .
Initially , he fought it Hurt her , badly , to try and push her away .
The things he did , the words he used … she trailed off , then added softly .
You must have noticed that Vladya knows how to wield words like a knife .
Slut .
You whore .
Oh , Aekeira knew that much .
She nodded .
Merilyn sighed .
Tiara , stubborn , beautiful Tiara … Vladya would tear her down with words , leave her sobbing for days , screaming how much she hated him .
And yet , she always came back .
Couldnt help herself .

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She never gave up .
Her light … it was too bright to be extinguished , even by someone as dark , as hardened as him .
The way Merilyn talked about Tiara sent a sharp pang through Ackeiras heart .
For some reason , she envied this obviously incredibly female she had never met .
It took fifty years , but he fell in love with her .
And one thing about Vlad is that once his heart opens up , he loves with his entire being .
Tiara became his entire world .
A pause .
A sniffle , And you know what happened ? Aekeiras heart was already aching .
The bonding ritual … it failed again ? Oh , it was successful What ? Genuine joy , a flicker of warmth filled Ackeira .
But thats wonderful news ! Despite the tragedy of this story , Ackeira found unexpected happiness in this good news .
For the first time in his life , the bonding ritual succeeded .
Their souls intertwined , becoming one .
I remember that day like it was yesterday .
The joy on Vladyas face when he announced that he could feel the bond .
The sheer happiness in King Daemonikais face .
It was one of the happiest moments of our lives .
The entire Urai rejoiced for the grand lord .
Everyone .
Merilyns voice broke completely , a faraway look coming into her eyes , That was a week before the Eclipse Moon night .
1/3 16:58 Sat , Dec 28 Chapter 77 Oh no … Aekeiras heart sank .
Tears burned her own eyes .
567 Merilyns tears flowed freely .
Their bonding ceremony was to take place after the Eclipse Moon .
But that night … he watched her die .
Murdered by the human King Memphis .
The words were choked out , almost inaudible .
Right in front of Vladya .
Aekeira couldnt hold back the sob that tore from her throat .
Grief for Vladya twisted within her .
For what was given , and ruthlessly stolen from him .
Her heart broke , a brutal force tearing it apart from the inside .
By the gods , no wonder … it all made sense now .
Merilyn wiped her own tears , bug her voice was thick with distress .
The screams he unleashed that night … His cries of anguish … It was a sound that pierced the hearts of all who heard it .
But even that … was not the end of it .
Theres more … ! ? Aekeira didnt know if she could take more .
She felt overwhelmed .
It was simply too much for her to bear .
All she wanted was to curl into a ball and weep until she fell asleep .
A strong urge to find Grand Lord Vladya and give him a tight hug overwhelmed her , even if he might behead her for it .
In that moment , Ackeira was willing to risk everything As Vladya watched the life drain out of her , he grew desperate to save her .
So , he chanted the Havzie de Baah , Merilyn whispered , the words like a curse in the air .
Aekeira struggled to even pronounce the words .
W what does that mean ? The words translate to The giver and the taker .
Merilyns voice was barely above a whisper .
Havzi le Baah is a potent and dark spell .
Its incantations are known only to a few .
It is one of the forbidden magic of our people , deemed too dangerous to be practiced .
Some have dedicated centuries to studying the book of spells , yet cannot master a single spell .
But on that dreadful night , Vladya , consumed by desperation , uttered the incantations .
Ackeira attempted to comprehend the magnitude of it all.
So , this magic grants wishes but something is taken in return ! Yes , in a way , its a bargain .
If you are desperate enough , you must offer something truly valuable .
However , the drawback of this spell is that it can take without giving what one wishes for .
Which is one of the reasons it was forbidden .
Vladya knew the risks , but … Merilyns fist clenched , knuckles whitening with the echo of old grief .
Dread washed over Ackeira like icy water .
What did it take from him ? her voice quivered .
Silence answered her .
The river babbled on , oblivious .
A breeze rippled the water , and Aekeira shivered despite the warmth of the day .
His soul .
The words fell like stones into the silence .
During the chanting of Havzie de Baah , Vladya offered his soul as a sacrifice .
The spell claimed his soul , but Tiara did not return .
Gods ! Aekeira gasped in disbelief , stumbling back .
She had heard Grand Lord Vladya mention that he had no soul before , but she had assumed it was metaphorical , not literal .
He has no soul … ! ? Merilyn nodded , eyes filled with a haunted sadness- And do you know the most tragic part ? Her voice was raw now .
Our souls are … everything.
The very essence of our being .
They ground us , keep our beasts in check , maintain our sanity , and so much more .
A bond is an intertwining of souls .
without a soul , one has no hope of ever finding a bondmate .
No hope of ever knowing that connection .
One would never recognize their Soulbond even if she miraculously appeared , and worst of all ..
Merilyn stopped , fresh tears trailing down her chin .
Without a soul , one will go feral eventually .
There is no stopping it.
It is only a matter of time .
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