Chapter 99 LAST CHAPTER FOR PART 1 .
GRAND LORD VLADYA Vladyas fists , clenched in a white knuckled grip , slowly unfurled as the soldiers secured the cage in the center of the arena .
Zaipers voice droned on , a meaningless litany of ritual and tradition , but Vladya barely heard it .
He had spent the night poring over ancient texts , the complex lines of the Xaal Theh Zeek spell swirling in his mind .
Even now , he traced the sigils with his thoughts , a rehearsal for what was to come .
The air was thick with the scent of sorrow and anguish , threatening to suffocate him .
The wails of the women cut through the night , a mournful chorus that made Vladyas gut clench Zaiper remained unfazed as he continued with the rituals .
After the readings came the moment of execution , where Daemonikai would be killed forever .
But not on Vladyas watch ..
Not if he had anything to say about it .
He could feel the power of Xaal Theh Zeek thrumming beneath his skin .
The forbidden spell ready to unleash Vladya had no idea what he had been expecting after the beast drank from the boy , but as the hours passed and the time for Daemon to be eliminated drew closer , the feeling of disappointment was almost crippling .
It irritated him .
They had agreed a long time ago that miracles did not happen .
Vladya had been a fool to think that one might occur from a mere bloodfeeding .
And now , Zaipers voice boomed through the arena .
We proceed with the termination .
He gestured grandly to the healers .
Bring forth the blades .
The healers emerged , their faces pale and drawn , bearing three ceremonial daggers on velvet cushions , their poisoned tips glinting in the firelight ..
Each Grand Lord accepted their weapon .
With a synchronized movement , they rose from their thrones , their heavy robes swirling around them like cloaks .
One by one , they descended the steps into the arena , each footfall a heavy drumbeat in the suffocating silence .
Vladya gripped the daggers hilt , its cold metal a stark contrast to the turmoil raging within him .
The execution was brutally simple .
They would approach the cage , partially shift into their beast forms , and plunge the dagger deep into the ferals abdomen .
As they neared the cage , Vladya initiated the first step of the mind exchange ritual .
Opening his mind , he began to hum a low , resonant tune .
A deafening thunderclap ripped through the tense silence .
Its echo boomed , shaking the very foundations of the arena Murmurs rippled through the crowd , growing into cries of mourning and grief .
As if in answer , a jagged bolt of lightning split the sky , momentarily illuminating the scene with an eerie glow .
Another thunderclap , even louder than the first , shook the earth Then , the beast stirred 17:03 Sat , Dec 28 GO .
Chapter 99 55 % The grand lords froze .
Their gazes locked onto the form within the cage .
Despite the veil of darkness that cloaked the arena , the ferals movements were unmistakable .
He … moved ? Ottais voice cracked , his eyes widening as he turned to Zaiper .
I thought you said the darts had done their job Of course they did , Zaiper said , confidently .
Three vials of iron shards dissolved in a solution infused with scented leaves from Abaddin The beast raised its massive head .
The chains around its limbs clinked ominously as it slowly straightened .
A collective gasp rose from the audience .
Those who had been slouching in their seats leaned forward , their eyes fixed on the feral .
Another flash of lightning illuminated the arena .
The first drops of rain began to fall .
The gentle patter on the stone was barely heard over the hushed whispers of the crowd .
Whats happening ? Zaipers voice was a growing panic , his composure cracking .
And then , before their very eyes , the beast began to shift .
Paws elongated into hands .
Fur receded to reveal smooth skin .
Awild mane smoothed into dark , flowing hair .
The transformation was gradual , but undeniable .
A pin could have dropped in the stunned silence that followed .
Right there , in front of thousands of astonished Urekai , the beast completed its transformation .
Where the beast form had lain moments before , now sat Grand Ring Daemonikai , the tranquilizer darts scattered around him .
His emerald eyes languidly took in the chains that bound him .
With a flex of his powerful muscles , they shattered like brittle twigs .
The crowd erupted in a cacophony of gasps , whispers , and exclamations .
The beast … shifted ! The King has returned ? Holy Ukrae ! Grand King Daemonikai appeared disoriented as he took in his surroundings , his gaze sweeping across the arena .
His eyes .
passed over Vladya … then snapped back , locking onto him .
A strangled sound escaped Vladyas throat .
The ceremonial dagger slipped from his nerveless fingers , clattering to the sand .
Then , he was moving , his body acting on pure instinct .
He crossed the arena in a blur , his hands warped into vicious claws as he ran .
The massive paws slammed against the cage locks , metal shrieking in protest before shattering .
He ripped the door open , his hand human once more as he crawled inside , his eyes fixed on Daemonikai .
D Daemon ? The name emerged as a hoarse whisper , thick with a mixture of fear and hope .
Vladyas throat tightened with so many emotions he couldnt name .
Trembling hands reached out , ghosting over familiar features unseen for five hundred years Emerald eyes that always held a fiery purpose , a mouth that was either set in a grim line or curled into a mocking grin .
A 17:03 Sat , Dec 28 GO Chapter 99 face Vladya had thought was lost forever .
Is it r really you ? Vladyas fingers traced the contours of Daemonikais face , his eyes filled with tears .
Please , tell me you are in 1 there .
Tell me you are back .
Daemonikais eyes fluttered open again , green irises clouded with exhaustion .
His throat worked as he struggled to form words .
Youre … still … the same … emotional wreck .
V.D , he rasped , his voice rough and halting .
The familiar nickname , spoken in that familiar voice , shattered the last vestiges of Vladyas composure .
A sob tore from his throat as he shoved himself into Daemonikai in a fierce hug .
A tired chuckle rumbled in Daemons chest .
He lifted a hand , placing it gently on Vladyas back , returning the embrace .
Tears spilled from Vladyas eyes , spilling onto Daemons shoulder .
Please tell me you are here to stay .
I am … here to … stay .
Tell me you will never leave again .
Vladya choked out , his arm tighten .
is big body trembled .
V.D ….
his voice was a sigh , You bastard .
You had no right .
No right to leave the way you did No right to- I am sorry , Daemon croaked .
The world narrowed to this moment , this reunion .
Thank Ukrac , thank Ukrae , thank Ukrae .
Daemonikai was back .
He was back .
D Daemon ? Ottais voice , trembling with disbelief , filtered through the bars of the cage .
Y Your Grace ? Ottai … the grand king whispered .

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Holy heavens ! Ottai scrambled into the cage , tears streaming down his face as he embraced his king too .
Youre back … youre back ! Thank you ! Thank you ! A tidal wave of jubilation crashed over the arena .
The crowd surged forward , abandoning their seats in a frenzy of excitement .
Soldiers formed a protective circle , holding back the eager throng , but the cheers were deafening .
The air crackled with unbridled joy , the scent of happiness , relie and elation was overpowering .
The grand king is back ! The grand king is back ! The grand kings back ! The chant echoed , growing louder with each repetition.
And then , as one , the voices of thousands rose to the heavens in a thunderous declaration .
Long live the king ! WATCH OUT FOR PART 2 .
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Chapter 99 Dearest Reader .
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