Chapter 81 MIXED POV .
Emeriel and Ackeira hurried after him , the guards bowing as they passed , their eyes wide with a mix of awe and fear .
They proceeded in tense silence out of Greyrock , Lord Vladyas olders stiff , tension emanating from him in waves .
Emeriel suddenly wished he could hide his vulnerable sister away , where neither Lord Vladya nor Lord Zaiper could find her .
Even though Emeriel would readily choose Lord Vladya over the monstrous Lord Zaiper , both men posed a threat to Ackeira .
And while Lord Zaiper was openly cruel and sadistic , Lord Vladya possessed a darkness within him that chilled Emeriel to the bone .
Emeriel was truly beginning to grasp the gravity of the grand lords warning about the potential danger to his life .
Upon reaching the southern wing .
Lord Vladya stopped and faced them .
His gaze bore into Emeriels , fixing him with a stern look .
I expressly forbade you to leave Blackstone , For forgive me , Your Majesty , Emeriel stammered .
My sister was in danger , and 1- Did you truly believe you could rescue her from Zaiper , Emeric ? When will you understand the reality of your existence in this land ? This is Urai , not some human kingdom .
You have no power to make anything possible here .
You are nothing more thaná slave .
The lowest rung of the hierarchy .
Less than dirt beneath our feet .
Lower than a sewer rat Pain lanced Emeriels heart .
Yet he held his ground , refusing to let Lord Vladya witness the extent of his wounded emotions .
He would not allow the grand lord to see how deeply his words cut .
I like that fire in your eyes , Lord Vladyas voice was deceptively calm , the words like honey laced with poison .
Let it burn .
Embrace it , for it will serve you well .
It will stop you from making foolish decisions .
His gaze hardened .
Had I not finished my business and returned early , you would be dead .
Your sister as well .
Is that how you protect her ? By leading you both to your deaths ? When you see your sister engulfed in flames , throwing yourself into the fire wont save her .
Nor will it save you Tears welled in Emeriels eyes , cascading down his cheeks .
He had not even realized he was crying .
Aekeira stepped forward , shielding her brother protectively from the wrath of the grand Lord .
Please , she whispered , her voice trembling but resolute .
Stop .
The grand lord blinked slowly .
What did you just say to me ? No , Aekeira , dont .
He is right .
Emeriel attempted to step forward , but Ackeira stood her ground .
Clearly , she still harbored fear of the grand lord , but her need to protect Emeriel eclipsed that fear .
He is not right , Ackeira countered , fixing Lord Vladya with a determined look .
Yes , we are powerless in this kingdom .
Yes , we are slaves .
We have no free will , and our lives could end at any given moment .
But we have each other .
We may lack the power to defend ourselves against powerful men like you , who treat our lives as worthless , but we have each other .
And we protect one another the only way we can .
By being there.
By doing everything within our power , even when it seems we can do nothing at all .
We do everything within our means .
Everything .
Aekeira , please ! Emeriel hissed , his fear for her well being a tangible thing .
No one spoke back to these lords .
By the lights , they were doomed .
But Ackeira didnt waver .
Her tear filled eyes remained fixed on the grand lord .
Even when we fight a losing battle , we keep fighting .
Because we are each others strength .

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Whats so wrong with that , Your Highness ? Her voice cracked .
What is so wrong with doing everything you can , even when you can do so little ? 1/3 17:00 Sat , Dec 28 GO .
Chapter 81 A heavy silence descended .
Grand Lord Vladya stared penetratingly at the human princess .
A flicker of something unexpected , admiration perhaps , stirred within him .
The girl was undeniably terrified of him , yet she stood her ground and voiced her thoughts .
561 Normally , he would be enraged that she dared to defy him in such a manner , eager to crush the fragile wings she thought she had , to break her spirit beyond repair for her audacity .
To show her that no one spoke to him that way without consequence .
But he wasnt enraged .
He was … intrigued .
And though he would never admit it aloud , everything the girl said was true .
The boys actions reminded him of himself .
His own relentless fight to save Daemonikai , even when his best friends situation was beyond hopeless .
The way he clung to hope , refusing to let go , even when there was nothing left to hold onto .
Because even if he fought a losing battle , he was not ready to stop fighting .
What is so wrong with doing everything you can , even when you can do so little .
Oh , Ackeira … Emeriel whispered to his sisters ear , his voice thick with worry .
You should have held it in .
Then , Emeriel remembered that Urekai possessed heightened hearing .
The flush of embarrassment crept up his neck as he took a step back .
The rush of adrenaline drained from Aekeira , leaving behind a stark realization of her recklessness .
She had talked back to a grand Jord , a grave offense .
By the skies … Why hadnt she held back ? Emeriel and Ackeira lowered their heads , bracing for Lord Vladys wrath .
Ackeira didnt regret her words , but what if Emeriel got hurt because she had mouthed off to a grand Lord Lord Vladya turned away .
Pack your things , Aekeira .
You are moving to Blackstone .
The words hung in the air .
That … was not what she expected to hear .
Far from it.
Huh ? Ackeira and Emeriel exchanged wide eyed glances .
Instinctively , they both dropped to their knees .
Emeriel began , We beg your forgiveness , your Majesty .
Please reconsider Rise .
Vladyas voice brooked no argument .
They obeyed , their movements hesitant .
Go to your chambers , gather your belongings , and move to Blackstone , he repeated .
You are clearly your brothers weakness , and since I need him alive , 1 must ensure your safety as well .
The maids will prepare a room next to his .
You cannot remain in the southern wing .
For now , you reside in my territory , where I can keep a close eye on you .
You both will work the gardens until your duties are determined She could hardly believe her ears .
Disbelief gave way to elation .
Was it possible ? We are deeply grateful , Your Highness , they chorused , relief flooding through them .
I checked on the beast upon my return .
It was my first order of business before I heard about your… situation .
The beast is showing signs of restlessness due to Sexlust , but its manageable for now .
I said what I did to appease Zaiper and secure your release .
However , in a few days , Emeriel , you will be required to serve him .
Prepare yourself .
With that , Grand Lord Vladya turned and simply walked away .