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Chapter 73: Life is Never Fair
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Blood and Darkness Chapter 74: The Fire's Master
A disturbing noise woke me up in the middle of the night. I thought it was only a dream, but when I realized I was having difficulty in breathing, I moved my heavy eyelids at once to open my eyes.Smoke. I could smell smoke. And the noise outside... it seemed like people were shouting, panicking.It didn't take long before I realized what was happening. The smoke was suffocating. There must be a fire outbreak in the palace!My eyes widened in horror, terrified for myself and for everyone else inside the palace. It's just a few days after the royal occasion. How could this happen?I hurried down my bed and went straight to the door, never minding what I was wearing. I don't think I have the luxury of time to change my long nightdress with something more decent.My legs shuddered to a stop when I saw how thick the smoke in the hallway was. For a moment, I was afraid of going further. I could feel it. I could feel the heat from the fire. I could feel the burning. It was near.Sure, it wa
Blood and Darkness Chapter 75: Whorehouse?
"Oh!" I reacted with horror. I forgot about that! I looked around, panicking, and was about to find a place anywhere out of the public's sight, when I felt something over my shoulders.I turned and my eyes widened when I saw who was standing tall beside me, putting a black cloak over my shoulders.Even he was meters away when I first saw him, it's impossible to not recognize him, nor mistake him for any other man. His crystal clear, pitch black eyes were like no other. And how could I forget how he looked at me that day?"Wait... your eyes," the man muttered in a low baritone. "Perhaps, are you from-""I-I beg your pardon, sir. Thank you for the cloak but I have to go..." Before he could move an inch, I turned away and walked as fast as I could.What if he recognized me? Will he bring me back to my kingdom? And where am I even? If that man is from Eravia, then does that mean I'm still around the kingdom?No, you're not. I guess we're in Solterra, Raja interrupted my haywire thoughts.
Blood and Darkness Chapter 76: Unethical
I didn't go through a proper education, but if I categorize my knowledge, I'm far from illiterate. I know it's very impossible for a mage to have the ability to summon dragons. Even the spirit mages-the ones considered as the most powerful in Eravia, has considered that ability beyond their power. So how could a mere slave like me do that?Since you're a mage? Then maybe you're not a pure-blooded mage like what you believe."But my mother said my father was a mage. What you're saying is impossible."I don't know everything about you since I was just awakened recently, but if you were able to summon me, then one thing is for sure, you are not a pure-blooded mage."Just a minute. I... summoned... you? I didn't summon you."Yes, you did. Unconsciously. Usually, people who has that ability can summon their dragon spirits as early as five years old. But since you weren't aware that you have the ability, I woke up late. You facing death and life situation was the trigger."I still don't und
Blood and Darkness Chapter 77: Inside the Caravan
I don't understand. Every element knows how to recognize their masters, and so does fire. What did that mean?The palace will collapse anytime soon. You should be out by that time. Hurry now, Ophelia.I have so many questions but the voice was right. I should leave the palace first before I get buried alive."Is this really true? Fire won't burn me?" Though I can see it in my own eyes, I found it strangely fascinating that I couldn't believe it. It's too surreal and impossible. I mean, no one in Eravia can do this kind of sorcery-if this can be classified as one.Move now, Ophelia, the voice demanded.Without further ado, I leaped towards the blazing stairs. I was doubtful at first, scared that the spell or whatever magic is happening to me has a time limit or something like that. But all the uncertainties were washed away when I felt something different in my body. The heat coming from the fire brought me the kind of warmth I never thought I'd feel in this kind of situation. It was a
Blood and Darkness Chapter 78: Follow the Boss
"I don't have any ability, though.""Why is that so? If you're a mage, you can at least do a bit of sorcery. No offense intended, but that alone is not something normal.""I know. That is why I have to see my father so he can explain everything to me.""Let's just hope for the best," she said gently and opened a door."Here you go. I will send a servant here shortly with some clothes you can use. The chamber is clean and you may take a bath to clean yourself. I suggest you take a rest after. You can start helping me tomorrow.""If only I could only let you see how grateful I am... Thank you so much, Thiara."And for the first time in my entire existence, I found a friend. Three weeks later...Holding a tray of food and drinks, I went to serve the customers. With my more or less three weeks of staying here, I grew accustomed with the things Thiara taught me. She was glad of my coping up. I was, too. To see people everyday is like a breathe of fresh air. To finally witness how the outsi
Blood and Darkness Chapter 79: A Mage
I looked around the interiors of the tavern. I never had seen one before this, but I've read and heard about it before. It was forbidden to go outside the palace so the only thing that can connect me to the outside world was-books. Reading became my some sort of hobby to ease boredom and to somehow marvel around different things through imagination. It was the only thing I could do.The woman who introduced herself as Thiara, looked symphathetic and horrified as I went in detail with the story I've made up. She seemed really kind so I felt a little guilty telling her those lies. I just really pray that the deities would spare me for that. After all, I do not have ill motives against anyone."You've went so much hardships, Ophelia. I cannot imagine going through that alone!""Thank the heavens I was lucky enough to survive," I said."I could not agree more. Here, eat. You must be hungry all this time," she encouraged as the servant brought us a tray of food.My mouth watered as I smell
Blood and Darkness Chapter 80: Let's Dance
Two lucky girls were chosen by the two princes to be their dance partners. I heard how every single girl sighed the moment it happened. But not so long, they found each of their partners and everyone else were dancing.Why don't you try to dance? Raja broke my silence. I was just around the corner, watching how all of them are enjoying the night.You were invited by seven men but you rejected all of them. Do you have plans on standing there like a statue for the next few hours?Indeed, Raja, I answered him sarcastically. Why do he have to ruin the moment with his sarcasm anyway? I'm silently enjoying the view here.Of course, you enjoy watching them. But have you ever thought how would it feel to dance with people?That silenced me for a moment. I was about to part my lips for a retort when I heard a baritone voice from behind, making me froze in an instant."Would you mind to dance with me, lady in sea-green dress?"I couldn't move. Even if a part of my mind is telling me that it mig
Blood and Darkness Chapter 81: Most Awaited Night
"You look good," Thiara commented as I tried the first one. "Gorgeous.""You think so?""Indeed. But try it all first so I can judge what is the best. Only the best for a very beautiful lady.""Thank you," I said shyly.So I ended up trying five to ten dresses but at the end, Thiara couldn't decide what is the best."I have more here. Would you want to try these as well?" the seller suggested.Oh no. I'm already dizzy trying all those stuffs. I can't take more of it."Haven't you decided yet?" I asked Thiara, hoping to receive an affirmative answer."Let me think first."I understand why it's hard for her to decide. You look more than adequate in all the dresses, my lady. I suppose even you dress in rags, you'd still look magnificent, Raja said.Heat washed over my cheeks. I could feel it flaming. This dragon is making me blush. Hope he won't notice it and tease me.I can't give you anything in exchange to your compliments, Raja. My apologies.To make your heart flutter is enough.Thi
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