Kamarul felt his head spin. The words uttered by his subordinate shattered his heart and rocked his world. “Where is she?” He suppressed his voice from lashing out at him because, for all he knew, it wasn’t his fault.“Already arrived at the entrance.”Kamarul massaged his throbbing head, hissing loudly. He spun his body toward Baron Sabir's direction and identified his expression.It was without a doubt that the man also wasn’t ready. “But what about…” His eyes gestured at the messy palace. “What about this…” He turned his head in the direction of the meeting room.Yeah, the palace was a mess. The little time that he thought he had was now gone like a sand castle being swept by the waves.Though, as much as he hated the idea, he shan’t hold her down at the entrance without a proper greeting. A little thing could accumulate into something big that he didn’t wish to explore. Especially when it involved Shadow.And the more he delayed his departure, the later he would be at the entra
Kamarul couldn’t fathom the calm situation he was in. Shadow’s arrival was like a storm, yet it was more like a small storm that didn’t create any massive damage and quickly went away. Frankly, he suspected full violence innuendo here and there, fully expecting his bleeding heart.Instead, not only did Shadow offer to spare them, but she was also brimming with life. With her eloquent behavior, she greeted the rest of them and silently sat at the leader's seat.The fact that Shadow didn’t go nuts put him in a difficult situation. He did everything and evaluated her expression because honestly, only her reaction mattered. Malikul wasn’t an important factor. He was acting as Shadow’s bodyguard.The man next to Shadow was Sir Lionhart, the loyalist soldier of the king, a commoner that uplifted into a noble and got the title Baron. He was the strongest supporter of the royal family and loved Shadow dearly.Lionhart took it upon himself to escort Shadow personally under the pretext of pro
“What is it all about?” Countess Syaza became increasingly nervous.Shadow pushed the ledgers to them. “Look at them, stare at them, digest every bit of it.” She said off-handed even though she meant every word uttered.Those ledgers soon were passed from one hand to another, from one eye to another. Carefully taking notes. A couple of minutes later, they raised their heads, apparently confused.Shadow slant her lips, making a smirk. She placed her joined fingers in front of her philtrum, a hot air caressed his hand yet was ignored. There was something unsettling about the way she stared at them. It felt like a predator was cornering her prey. Malikul who was sitting on her right was amused while Lionhart who was on her left mumbled incoherently with a shaking head. His arms were evidently shaking for no reason, or did he have reason to be afraid of?A fear rose at the back of his head. However, as the duke of the territory, he didn’t easily give away his fear, thus, putting on a ca
“May we read what the contract is all about?” If Shadow saw the subtle trembling hand of Kamarul, she chose to keep quiet. Not because she wanted to protect the man, it was because it was fun to see the man flustered.“The contracts!” Lionhart corrected him.Kamarul went silent as he was confused as to why the correction was so important. The agreement inside was probably the same.He took the contracts and read them carefully. He was afraid that Shadow would manipulate any word.“I am not manipulating anything, don’t worry.” Shadow rebuked.Well, he didn’t know.“I am taking offense.”She wasn’t innocent as people ought to think.“Well, I appreciate it.”Also, the very reason why he needed to be careful dealing with her.“I understand your concern.”Again, he must read carefully to ensure his own safety. Shadow was crafty and evil.“Wow there!” Shadow tapped her fingers, giving a warning. “Kamarul, you are so evil. I am not that bad.”In unison, every eye shifted at him. Including L
Marquis Zainal, Duke Kamarul, Baron Sabir, Marquis Idham, Countess Syaza, Count Adzam, and Baron Ilham were in a daze after Lionhart dropped them right in front of a fort, just in front of the peaceful forest where the monsters used to invade. The soldiers accompanied them, with full equipment and body armor. No one seemed to know the current situation. Therefore, they waited patiently for their leaders’ command which was far more important than their own worry.Meanwhile, Kamarul fisted the crumbled unopened paper. His heart was thumping loud as he looked upward.‘What a beautiful evening.’The evening was indeed beautiful. It was a good day to have an evening tea. Instead, they were forced to be standing in front of the peaceful forest, staring into nothingness. Unless…He snapped his head to the south, where the monsters used to appear centuries ago.“Nah, she won’t stoop that low.” He relaxed. Except what if she did? He snapped back, watching intently at that place. “Ey…” He snor
“Kuhahahahaha. Amazing. Marvelous.” She choked on her own laughter.Clap, clap, clap.A series of claps accompanied the evil laughter. The atmosphere at the highest ground was as dreadful as the lowest ground, for a different reason, of course. Above, it became like a haunted house instead of a serene shriek like below them.“Tone it down, my love,” yet, Malikul didn’t hide his wide grin.“We can’t laugh at their downfall, Your Holiness.” Lionhart coughed, covering his suppressed chuckle. Their faces were so delighted after putting the northerners in a pinch situation. Had zero guilt in their voices or body language. Like at all.Count Mior who was somehow standing behind them hid behind King and Double with a trembling body.‘They are crazy. So crazy.’SHRRRIIIIEK!The monsters excellently created chaos everywhere they went. The soldiers were having trouble subjugating them. There was nothing better than to see their struggle till the end. She was slightly satisfied.Currently, the
“What is she trying to do?” Kamarul couldn’t fathom her peculiar behavior.Grrrr~The drakes and the three-headed snakes were rushing toward him in such a hurry. He had no luxury to look at her.“Kegh!” He unclenched his claws and set his jaw.“Now, focus, Kamarul!” Did he drop the formality? Her words jolted his whole body. Even though her position was higher than his, formality exists to respect a certain boundary. By not calling his title, she just demolished the little pride that he had.“Look carefully.” Her body unwavered.“Your Ho–”“Let me show you how Lion Fear worked.”Did she cut me off yet again? Kamarul’s eyes sparked with anger but said nothing they warranted Shadow’s smirk. For all he knew, Shadow loved to taunt people with her innocent smile.Best believe that he was the regular victim.Grumble~A subtle vibration was sensed on the ground. Kamarul instinctively looked at his feet before looking above him, where Shadow was.The temperature suddenly dropped and the mons
“Now, are we ready for negotiation?”“Yes, Your Holiness.”Shadow asked and Kamarul answered her politely.After the subjugation of the monsters and capturing a considerable number of monsters under the guidance of Shadow, Kamarul’s eyes didn’t cease from Shadow’s shadow. His eyes showed the greatest respect and his lips showered unending praise.He had looked at Shadow in an entirely different light and waddled behind her like a chick. He also ordered Marquis Zainal and Count Adzam to bring the teachers in advance. Now, they were sitting inside the royal room and placed Lionhart, Shadow, and Malikul as his top priority. He also assigned trusted servants around them. “Yes, please speak comfortably, Your Holiness.” His voice was full of giddiness.“Before anything else, how are you doing, Duke Kamarul?” A smug colored her face.“I’m doing better than I’d expected, Your Holiness.”“I see.”“This is all thanks to your guidance.” He praised her yet again.Shadow hummed. Frankly, she di