Chapter 26 Chapter 26 : 60 55 vouchers Natalia sucked in a deep breath as she followed Darkorta along the great halls of the palace , the route they followed was so confusing because everywhere just looked alike , and she bit down on her lips . She would most likely need a map to understand the interiors of the palace or she would get lost rather than escape . Maybe she could figure out some information from the king using this opportunity . Darkorta stopped in front of the giant doors that leads to the dinning , a small smile was plastered on her face , she was genuinely happy that Natalia was planning to give the emperor a chance . It was so obvious that the emperor fancied her , she was convinced ever since they got the roses this afternoon . " Aren't you coming ? " Natalia asked when her maid suddenly stopped , for some reason , she was used to the company of the lady . She was soft spoken and kind , unlike the first person that attended to her when she first got her . " Let's go . " Darkorta turned beet red . " I am honored my lady wants me to accompany her , but the imperial dining hall is private to the crown ." She muttered with a soft smile on her face . " I will be waiting outside for you by the time you are done . " Natalia's look fell , she was a little worried , being alone in the dining hall with the emperor , not that the maid could do anything to stop the emperor if he wanted to hurt her . In fact for someone as strong as the emperor , it wouldn't be a problem for him to harm them both . " Alright then . " Natalia was quick to recover from her disappointment . The guards standing at the door opened the door allowing her passage . She sucked in a deep breath as she entered into the almost icy cold hall . It was mostly vacant but had torches burning at every angle in the room , a long wooden table that took almost half of the room , stretched forward , and the emperor was sitting at the head of the table . Natalia felt her heart tightened in her chest at how menacing he looked , sitting quietly at the table , with a golden goblet in between his fingers . His red eyes seemed uninterested in the food , as he leisurely swirled the wine in the goblet . " Please come closer , princess . " He urged and only then did Natalia found the courage to wobble forward , with every step she took , she felt courage flowing out of her . " I was surprised when you requested to see me ." " Greetings your majesty , " She chirped softly , as she curtsied . " I received the gift you brought for me . " " It's not a gift , " He suddenly muttered , and Natalia's eyebrows raised curiosly , wondering what it was if it wasn't a gift . " It was an apology " Silence stretched between them as he answered her unasked question . " I had scared you yesterday , even though I had promised to be patient with you . I am sorry ." Natalia paused for a while , she didn't understand why the dragon emperor seemed the opposite of the stories she had heard . He was said to be a monster , who could tear open the earth's core even if he wanted to , someone who bathed in the blood of the people he kills . A demon . 11:08 Tue , Sep 16 Chapter 26 60 55 vouchers But the man sitting before her - even though he looks like a demon , he didn't seem like one . Especially when he talks and acts like this . " Please seat down , " He motioned towards the chair that was the closest to him , and she swallowed , she was just fine keeping her distance away from him . " Yes , Your majesty . " She forced out as she wobbled towards the chair the closest to him and sat down , her green eyes darted towards the delicious serving of food which was mostly protein . " I hope the meal is to your liking ? " he wondered out loud and Natalia nodded calmly , is this the reason the dragon people grow to be so big ? Because they eat lots of protein ? " If there is anything you need , just tell me and I will have them bring it . " " Thank you , Your majesty ." She answered with a faked smile just to ease the tension surrounding them . " The maid who brought me your message , claimed that you have something to say to me ." He mutterd raising the goblet to his lips , and he sipped slowly from the wine , while his eyes were locked on hers . He was trying to understand how a human could be so beautiful , her soft features seemed to fascinate him even more . The dress clung unto every curve on her body , and it woke a desire that he didn't know he had in him . What he seemed to be most charmed by , was the way her chest rose and fell softly , and how quietly she drew her breath . If she was doom , then he wouldn't mind being consumed by her , and he would give anything to make it happen . " Yes , your majesty . " With fierce determination , she turned back towards him . " I have thought carefully about the proposal , and I agree to it ." Azmaveth dropped the goblet in his hands , leaning his back against the wooden chair . " Why did you change your mind so fast ? " He queried and she gagged , she had only expected him to be delighted she was agreeing to his proposal . She never expected he would wonder why . " I thought about it , " She muttered softly , staring at her trembling fingers on her laps . " Being selfish isn't going to be helpful . Since you have spared me , I should show my gratitude . Perhaps , the love token you had sent me this afternoon helped trigger my acceptance . " Azmaveth went deep in thoughts , for some reason her story felt difficult to believe , but he simply smiled . " Thank you for being so thoughtful , " He started in the same serious voice , and Natalia felt her belly flopped . Who would have thought it would be so easy to fool the emperor . " Is there anything else you want ? 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