Doctor Bai was sent rolling on the floor several feet away, face pale and twisted excruciatingly. He was holding his elbow that Méah landed a kick on. Méah had no idea how strong that kick was since her goal was to get rid of the sword off his hand. But on the contrary, she felt no regret about what she had done and was instead satisfied. The cunning person deserves it after all, her mind said. It was the very first time that she ever felt satisfaction after hurting someone. "Father!" Princess Jiyanah called worriedly. Tears were brimming on her eyes as they fell down her smooth cheeks. "Stay here! You can't go near him!" Queen Jainah immediately stopped the princess from intervening the scene by holding one of her arm tightly. "Not until that evil person is not here anymore. I cannot afford to see you hurt. Seeing your father in this situation is already killing me. I cannot bear to see both of you suffering." Princess Jiyanah did not argue
King Ambrose was dumbfounded. He did not know how much he risked the safety of her daughter just for that deal but a part of him was disappointed because it did not work on Doctor Bai. Surely, the cunning person really wanted to make them a bunch of fools while hiding behind his powers. "Come on! What a cowardly reason was that? Why don't you tell me you're just scared of me?" King Ambrose pushed the provocation. "Listen, old man. If I fight with you, I cannot have fun. I wouldn't waste my time on you. However, you still have the chance to claim your daughter back," Doctor Bai answered who was now speaking on the ceiling above him. For King Ambrose, it was a slap on his face that someone had the guts to look down on him. He indeed up getting worked up after getting slandered and belittled on his face. However, he must keep his cool otherwise it would cause harm to the princess. "Do you think I would trust the most untrustworthy and cunning person like you? Shut up with your dea
Méah was filled with fear. The person that ignored her dark past and accepted the real her was going to die. But if it would cost Méah her own life, she was ready to give it up for her. The princess have so much more important things to do in her life and was surrounded by love with all people. On the contrary, Méah was just a non-existent, sinful soul that lingered in the mundane world–loved by no one and hated by all. Although she had met some remarkable people–Prince Zaeius, Keir and Princess Jiyanah. However, for an unknown reason, this time she felt so alone. She was grateful to have met them despite her dark, chaotic world. But this would not be the reason to fight with the king knowing that she has been having sudden outbursts of powers uncontrollably. Even if she would purposely lose to the king and get herself killed, there would still be this side of her, an aggressive and powerful one, that would cause unplanned and reckless acts. That for sure, won't give assurance that she
King Ambrose had no time to feel anything after he pulled out the sword and Méah fell on the marble floor bathed with her own blood. Instead he faced Doctor Bai with full determination. "I won the challenge. Now you can give me my daughter as what you said. The deal is done," King Ambrose said, suddenly feeling the effects of his injuries. He has been losing too much blood that he could now hardly stand steadily without depending on his sword. He had used it as a walking stick while dragging the wounded leg of him. But Doctor Bai didn't seem to listen. He was just stuck staring at Méah's body in a pool of blood. It was like he was observing it carefully, waiting for something to happen. King Ambrose noticed this. And said, "I have struck her deep by the heart. You're now looking at a cold corpse." He then glanced at the princess's situation. Now the purple wrap of glowing ropes was only half an inch after it would finally cover the princess's nose. "You have to give me back my daug
King Ambrose lost all the hope to survive this matter. Slowly his eyes began to close. He had never felt his eyelids so heavy than before. But he still caught a glimpse of the purple glowing thing finally climbed up to the princess's nostrils. And yet, he was helpless and could only watch her from afar. That no matter how hard he tried to keep them wide open, he would still fall into the enchantment of closing them. All he could feel now was the overwhelming urge to drift off to sleep where he wasn't even sure if he would wake up ever again. With his drowsy eyes completely shut, a cold wind brushed on his damp face. He heard the wet footsteps coming. And then, his heartbeat fades. Darkness finally claimed him. "No! Don't you go near him, you evil witch! Just so you wait until General Jud comes and you'll be finished! I'm warning you!" Queen Jainah yelled with the veins on her neck popping out as well as on her forehead. Her eyes were now puffy and swollen fr
"Méah?" Princess Jiyanah said in weak, husky voice. Méah just smiled a little at the princess as she don't have any idea what she should say. A part of her was scared and worried if the princess would find out that she had hurt the king, her father. After a long time of restraining herself, Queen Jainah lose thoughts of everything and rushed to approach the king's unconscious body with Chah following from behind her. She has been aching to check him for eternity and now, she was unstoppable. Although Queen Jainah still find Méah dangerous despite after killing Doctor Bai, she saw the soldiers' arrival as a huge help. With them she hoped Méah would not dare to harm her. "Your majesty..." she whispered, not intending to let her sobs out. She sat down with her knees and took the king on her lap. Warm tears were falling from her eyes unto the king's face. "Somebody bring the king to his chamber!" Five soldiers obediently cam
"What? Tell me you're lying!" Princess Jiyanah exclaimed as soon as she heard the news from Chah. "It's true, your highness. I would not dare lie to you. General Jud is dead. He sacrificed himself for his men so that they could come to the royal hall for us; the reason why they arrived late." Chah bowed to express how truthful she is. Princess Jiyanah fell to the floor on her knees. Her dress spread around her elegantly. It was the worst news that she had ever heard in her entire life. It felt like a pair of invisible hands crushed her heart. She could only sob and weep silently from the pain. "I am sorry for your loss, your highness. My sincere condolences," said Chah as she sat beside the princess and rubbed her back to at least comfort her. "Uncle...I am so sorry. Forgive me for being so stubborn and always get myself into trouble only to be saved by you. I've been so rude and disrespected you
Princess Jiyanah could only grit her teeth in silence. She was holding herself back to avoid making the queen even more furious at her. Besides, she was already relieved that the queen did not make such any big deal of her going out of the mansion while being grounded. However, she did not feel like apologizing at all. The whole place plunged into silence for a moment until they heard the door opened and footsteps came following in. Before they could turn to look who was it, the person was already behind them. "Your majesty," the person said and bowed at their presence. Both of them looked at the person and saw that it was Roy, the general's right hand man. "Have you done it?" Queen Jainah asked as she stood up to face Roy formally. "Yes, your majesty. And you're right." "Very well then, proceed to the next step." "Right away, your majesty. I am taking my leave for n