Chapter 18 55 vouchers Chapter 18 " I think it's a good start ." Erevan advised as he followed his friend , Draven , along the palace corridors . " You have just won the emperor's trust . " " No , I think this is a death sentence , you know how easy it is to lose his trust . " Draven declared , he had been fidgeting , and his palms were sweating , and his entire body was visibly shaking . " I think I should turn down his request . " " You mean turn down the orders of the emperor , wouldn't that get you killed faster ? " He muttered with a tint of mockery in his voice . " Draven , you are brave . The first one to ever go against my uncle in court , and I want to be like you . This is not going to be as hard as you think . " " You know I am clumsy ," Draven shook as he spoke . " I don't even know how to talk to a human ." " You don't have to talk to her as a human , just look at her like a female dragon , " Erevan advised with another smile , but even so , Draven hadn't spoken to any other female dragon except his mother . How was he supposed to handle her ? And she wasn't just any random female , she is one the emperor is interested in . Any small mistake and he would be a dead dragon . " Besides , you have got me to help you every step of the way , there is no need for you to be afraid ." He sucked in a deep breath as he tried to calm himself down , this was the first time , the emperor had ever appointed them to do more than their civic duties and more so , a younger dragon . Since Draven was the one who was bold enough to suggest that the human girl be spared , the emperor had kept him in charge of her welfare until further notice . " What do you think she would need first ? " Erevan muttered . " Um ... " Draven stroked underneath his jaw as he thought about it deeply . " An attendant , one we can trust . Someone who would help her without prejudice ." " But isn't Kalida in charge of the women of the harem ? " Erevan questioned , and Draven nodded in agreement . " There is only one woman in the harem , I am sure Kalida can take care of her . " " No , Kalida is a proud dragon ; she also shares the same views as the elders and the other council members . She won't be fair to the girl , I would hate it if she were being mistreated underneath my nose . " And then Erevan nodded in agreement , one of his hands underneath his jaw , stroking his chin softly . " I think I know someone . My cousin Darkorta is looking for a job . " He announced , and Draven nodded . Since he trusted his friend , even with his life . *** Draven stepped into the chambers of the empress , his long flowing robe dragging along as he stepped inside . His heart raced in his chest , this was the first time he would be having a conversation with a non - dragon female , The emperor's woman . " Greetings ," Some of the maids in the room noticed his silk robe that had silver threading and then greeted 11:06 Tue , Sep 16 Chapter 18 61 55 vouchers him . Only members of high social status wore silver threading , and gold threading belonged to the emperor and every other member of the royal family . " Greetings . " He muttered back , his forehead swept with sweat , but he had no intentions of showing his nervousness . His eyes met the fierce green eyes of the princess who sat on the bed like a wounded animal . One is waiting to attack . " Greetings , my lady . " He neared her on the bed , " My name is Draven Embervain , his majesty , and the emperor just assigned me to be your caretaker . " His voice was loud and clear as he announced . " I will be in charge of everything you might need . I know you might be a little worried since I am a man , but don't worry , I have brought a medium of communication as well . " Natalia glared at the trembling dragon , a little uninterested in whatever he had to say , and then Draven stretched his hands , and a lady with long dark hair and red glowing eyes came inside the room with her head lowered . " Good day , Your Grace . " Her head remained lowered . " This is Darkorta , your new personal hand maiden . " Draven introduced , and Natalia rolled her eyes . " She will be in charge of your personal affairs . I will take my time to find a seasoned etiquette teacher who would teach you the customs and traditions of the palace and dragons ." There was a soft quietness in the room ; for some reason , Draven felt the weight that settled on him lift . " Also , in the meantime , you should be informed that the seamstress will be coming to the palace tomorrow to take your measurements . We need to make you some new dresses ." He sucked in a deep breath . " That would be all . Is there anything you need ? " " I want to see the emperor . " She muttered , and Draven felt his heart stop in his chest . " Can you tell him to come ? " It was his first day at the job , and then she was sending him on an errand of no return ? He shut his eyes tightly , he should have refused the job . " Why aren't you saying anything ? " She questioned again . " Pardon me , my lady ," he said with a polite bow , and once again his eyes locked , but this time seriously . " I will have to refuse your request ." " Why ? " Her nose scrunched up in disgust , her hands clenched almost as if she was ready to hear one more nonsense they were about to blurt . " It is disrespectful to summon the emperor ; if anything , you are expected to request to see him , " He muttered . " Such a blasphemous act is usually punished by 15 strokes to the bottom . " Natalia burst into laughter . " Is the emperor planning on canning me when he promised to court me fairly and according to my tradition ? " She wondered , her voice lowered , and then it became a growl . " Tell the emperor , I will never request to see him . He has to be the one to come here . " 1:06 Tue , Sep Chapter 19 Chapter 19 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!