*Writer's POV*(Balian's realm) Sebastian sat on his huge golden throne and two golden stools side by side. A red long rug, connecting the entrance door to the throne. The whole hall was dark and the only source of light was the seven candle stand placed side by side the throne. The huge metallic door was opened by the guards outside as they let Vivian enter the hall.Sebastian rose his head from his it's bent position as he looked at her kneel in front of the stairs leading to the throne. Sebastian dropped his cup which was filled with a red crimson substance."Sir, I'm sorry. Please spare me. I can explain." Vivian started in a trembling voice as her body shook slightly."What can you explain?" I gave you an instruction to kill the emperor's family, especially his daughter. You killed her mother and for years you knew where she was and you let it slide, and didn't kill her. Upon that you had the guts to lie to me that she is dead. While she's still alive and have the powe

*Veronica's POV* We both moved to the center . I took off my boots, so I will be able to fight better. He also removed his, I don't know why. Maybe to reduce the effect of his kicks."Okay, i'm ready." I said with a smile."I will go easy on you, since you are weak. And no cheating. Don't let Lexis out, unless I will automatically win." Derek said with his hands still in his pockets."It will not be as easy as you think. I have three belts in karate. It was a compulsory course in college." I said with a smirk on full display."Let me guess. You use to fail the course and had to carry over for years, cause the last time I checked it's a first year course." Derek said as his usual smirk showed on his lips."Yeah, kinda. But I still got an 'A' after several years of carrying it over." I said in defense."The winner is the one who puts the opponent on the ground for three seconds. Okay." Derek said as he removed his hands from his pockets and took the fighting posture and folded his h