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Chapter 42: Vomiting Blood
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Blood and Darkness Chapter 43: Secret Passageway
"I thought you don't want to be close to me? What is this?" he fired, now his eyes were intensely dark."I thought I made everything clear that day? Why did you choose me? To announce your dominance in front of my face because you're the superior?""So you're here to talk about that.""No. I went here to talk about something else."His eyes narrowed. "What is it?""Can we talk about it inside?"He was taken aback by that. I hope it sounded all right."The last time I remember, you were very eager to leave my chamber. Now, you want to go in?""Where else can we talk privately anyway?"There was confusion in his eyes but at the same time, there was a glint of interest.He opened the door and let me in first. He followed shortly, and closed the door behind him."Now let's get into business."I bit my lower lip and inhaled some air before finally speaking. He was just in front of me, waiting."I understand that I offended you the last time..."I couldn't keep my words straight."Hmm...""
Blood and Darkness Chapter 44: Royal Dinner
"Hello, ladies. I'm Celestina, the mistress of the court," said by an elegant woman probably two decades older than I am. I was thankful that she arrived. Her presence eased the tension earlier."I will assist the Crown Prince in molding each one of you, so that when time comes, the chosen lady has all the knowledge of what are the duties of a crown princess.""That would not be hard, Mistress. All of us are from noble families who studied right etiquettes since childhood-oh! Pardon, Ophelia. I forgot you are not a noble lady like the rest of us," Lady Lilian, the daughter of the first minister, said softly but lethally.I heard soft chuckles, only cut off by Mistress Celestina's voice."You are just a commoner. Am I right, Lady Ophelia?""You are." I'm not ashamed of my status. Why would I be? At least I am far from being criminal."All right. We are all clear. Ladies," she looked at the others, eyes strict. "She is here because like you, she was also chosen by the Crown Prince himse
Blood and Darkness Chapter 45: Trying to Flirt
The day dragged so slow with all the lessons. Demitri was not around till the night because he got an order from the King to do something outside the palace. So I just planned to tell him about my plans the following day.The whole palace was quiet busy the following day. Most of the servants were on the hall, preparing the tables, decorating the walls like there is an upcoming event."Good morning."I almost had a heart attack when someone suddenly spoke behind me."Apologies if I startled you," Demitri said as he went to my side. We are now both leaning to the bannisters above the huge hall."I thought you would not be around till next day?""Do you rather want me to leave?"I snorted. "I'm just curious but it doesn't mean I prefer you not around."A mischievous smile played on his lips."Does that mean you want me around?""Of course, so we can continue our business. I want nothing other than that.""Tss. Very cooperative," he mumbled which I heard but didn't understand."What?""N
Blood and Darkness Chapter 46: Proper Etiquettes
"What about Mistress Celestina? She would scold me-""Don't worry about that. I'll talk to her later," Demitri promised and led me to another secret passageway again."Where are we going?""On my private place. Just wait and see."After entering another door for the nth time, I can already see the blue sky outside. And there was a very nice smell everywhere. Freesias?"We are at what part of the palace?" I asked, my eyes fixed at the flowers beside the stone pathway."East. This is the Crown Prince's garden. No one is allowed here aside from the royal family.""Then why did you bring me here? Do you want me to be beheaded for trespassing in a private place?""There's an exception. Of course if the prince himself brought someone here, that won't be a problem.""Sure. Unless someone would see us going in such a private place.""Why would you be scared? If ever people would know that we are spending alone time together, that won't be a big deal since you are here in the palace for a cert
Blood and Darkness Chapter 47: Tiring Formalities
I sighed when I was finally out of everyone's eyes. After having the meal, I excused myself for bathroom but I went to the garden to have some air. However, just when I thought I finally had my peaceful time alone, someone talked from behind that startled me."Why do you keep on startling me, Demitri?" I asked in a low but firm voice."Are you mad with me?" His careful voice calmed me. How would I be mad with him if he's asking that way? Such a wicked prince."You shouldn't have done that, you know?" But anyway, if I'm planning to be the temporary fiancée and crown princess, I should get used to that, right?Indeed, my lady.Always supportive when it comes to Demitri, aren't you, Raja?Just supportive to what is the best for my lady."Apologies if you didn't like that. I just can't help but ask. You seemed to lack appetite earlier."Which was not because the food was bad or didn't appeal to me. It was because I was intimidated eating with all those royal people around."Never mind. As
Blood and Darkness Chapter 48: Such a Nightmare
We were back in the palace just when the sun was about to set. I went straight to my chamber while Demitri said he will go find His and Her Majesty to tell him about his decision-which is actually fabricated by yours truly. I was kind of uneasy thinking what would be the reaction of his parents but based on their personalities, I don't think it would be bad. Still, I couldn't help but worry a bit. They are his parents after all, so whatever they say would certainly matter.The next morning, I was awakened by a few knocks on my door and it was honestly disturbing. I slept late last night thinking of the complication my plan has made, and here's Emily, disturbing my very, very short sleep."Just get inside, Emily!" I yawned and rolled to my bed, hugging my pillow again.If there is one thing I like being in the palace is that the bed is impossibly soft and comfortable that once you are lying on it, you will never want to get up.Moments later, I haven't heard the door opening up, which
Blood and Darkness Chapter 49: Your Choice
I turned my head towards the newcomer. His air and appearance clearly screams his status. I think he's the same age as Demitri or Prince David. And by the looks of it, he must be related to Prince Javier considering that they resemble each other."Hello, Your Majesties," Prince Evan paid respect to the King and Queen. "It has been a while since we last met."The King chuckled. "As you grew up, the more you resemble your father."Prince Javier chuckled too. "Thankfully he is not as rebellious as me when I was on his age."Oh. So this Prince Evan must be the son of Prince Javier and Princess Leticia."Only that I have problem with him sometimes when it comes to girls," Princess Leticia said.Prince Evan faked a cough. "Please don't embarrass me in front of Uncle and Aunt, Mother.""Do you think that is not my problem too?" the Queen smiled. "David and Martin-"Cough. Cough.I looked at Prince David and Prince Martin. Are they all right? Seems like they have some respiratory problems."H
Blood and Darkness Chapter 50: Case Closed
"May you be blessed a happy life together, son and daughter!" The King said to us after the rites which made me more anxious than ever. Can you imagine? His Majesty himself just called me daughter! I can't believe all of this is really happening."For the kingdom's longevity!" the King shared a toast which was answered by everyone."What happened to the other ladies? I don't see them anywhere," I whispered to Demitri."They were sent home early this morning. I gave them invitations for today's event but I guess they don't want to come."My jaw dropped. "You insensitive son of a witch. You sent them home that early and even gave them invitations? Tell me. Do you even have a heart, Demitri? They must be hurt because they were not chosen. What you did was like adding salt to the wound!""First of all, I'm not son of a witch. My mother is a pure blooded earth summoner. Second, I thought they would see my invitation as a form of apology.""Form of apology?" I hissed. "You really don't know
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