Chapter 36: "By the gods…" Madam Livia's voice reached his ears distinctly. "You're in heat." Tears streamed down his cheeks. One hand gripped the floor tightly as he rode out the wave. Spasm after spasm wracked his body. His private areas slicked with slickness, and the wave seemed endless. It felt like it wanted to tear him apart. Oh, Light, I don't know if I can bear this again! "I'm here with you. I'm here," Madam Livia's hand rubbed soothingly against his sides. The pain was unbearable. When the wave finally passed, Emeriel felt lightheaded. GRAND LORD VLADYA Grand Lord Vladya stood fully attired, prepared to venture to the festival grounds. He had been so engrossed in his duties that it was no surprise he was running late. As he stepped outside his abode, a deafening sound reverberated through the air twice. The beast had broken free once again. By the Gods, not tonight. The fortress was filled with festival-goers, and if the beast were to roam free, it would slaughter every soul within its reach. Vladya quickened his steps, hastening from the western quarters toward the southern wings. His soldiers intercepted him halfway, clearly having heard the clamor as well. "The king's beast has broken free, your majesty," Yaz, his head soldier, announced. "I heard. We must act fast," Vladya declared. "Two of you, locate the maids and instruct them to evacuate everyone from the southern wing. They must guide them outside the fortress and toward the festival grounds. Our foremost priority now is…" To vacate everyone from the fortress and prevent the beast from reaching the festival grounds." Lαtєѕt chαptєrs in ɢɑlnovels.???????????? "Did you hear it too?" Ottai's voice rang out as he emerged from the eastern wing. "Yes. Where is Morina?" Vladya asked as they met at the intersection. Together, they set off along the path leading to Frostfall, the southern wing. "She is already at the festival grounds," Ottai said, relief evident on his face. "We must ensure the beast remains within the building." "That is my plan as well," Vladya affirmed. Silence enveloped them as they pressed on, exchanging no further words. "Do you think Zaiper was right?" Ottai asked at last. "Zaiper is never right, but about what specifically?" Vladya queried. "Killing the beast." Ottai drew a deep breath, his tone tinged with sorrow. "We gamble with our people's lives each day, Vladya. If the three of us unite-join forces, employ the ritual of the Eclipse Moon and the Chalice, we can kill the beast." Vladya remained silent as they veered into the corridor that led to the Abyss land. "He was your friend, your best friend, so it is a difficult decision to make," Ottai continued. "And Urekai forbid we listen to Zaiper, but I believe he has a point in this case. It's high time we consider it." "I will not kill Daemonikai. The Eclipse Moon night is fast approaching, and when that night arrives, Zaiper can do as he pleases-kill the beast or whatever the Hades he desires. But until then, I will take no action," Vladya asserted vehemently. Ottai sighed, regarding him with a sympathetic gaze. "You should not be surprised by my response. I have stood firm on this stance for the past five hundred years." Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!