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Chapter Eighteen
Underworld Realm
Lothaire's DemesnePalace Grounds•LOTHAIRE•
Custard Apple.
There was a sudden pause before she took the crimson seeds and placed it in her mouth. I let out a sigh of relief. "We are now granting you the gift of immortality and eternal youth,” Bryndis said as she offered the glass of Elixir.
My little flower took a sip from the glass and a haze of glistening light surrounded her entirety. She tightened her grip on my hand. It persisted for a while before it faded and her appearance glowed in my eyes. She breathed heavily as she met my gaze.
The servants offered the Alkuhsia poured in a wineglass as Bryndis u
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