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told you not to marry Biele. She was a werewolf!
Growls from the werewolves permeated the great hall in response to Valaris words. The
vampires who were misled hissed venomously at Valaris. A few even approached him, ready to
rip him to shreds.
Stop! Daegan demanded. He s mine. Put your sword away, brother. I need no sword to slay
you where you stand, Daegan hissed venomously, sending a chill down Akaisha s spine. You
are a coward, killing Biele on our wedding night!
Daegan, I would have made much progress within the vampire council, more than you will ever
know. You grew weak after Biele s death; remember it was I who saved you from embracing the
dawn, Valaris spat.
Daegan lunged at Valaris, snatching the sword from his grasp, releasing a painful blow to his
brother s face. Howling in pain, Valaris charged Daegan, slashing his chest repeatedly.
See that, dear brother? You are weak! I should kill you where you stand, but before long, you
shall bow down to me, Valaris spat venomously.
Menacing laughter escaped Daegan s throat as he lopped his brother s arm off with one of his
large clawed hands. Valaris screamed in pain as blood began to spurt from the socket where his
arm was attached. Valaris wobbled, trying to keep up with his brother, in vain. Daegan brutally
slashed Valaris back, making the vampire s knees buckle as he fought to control his situation.
So, you think me weak brother? Daegan growled, approaching Valaris slowly. I held you in
my highest regard, Valaris, Daegan said slowly, his eyes burning with anger. I entrusted you
with all my affairs within the vampire council.
Next time, you will know the difference, brother! Valaris spat, holding his head up high in
retaliation.
There won t be a next time, Daegan said in a low voice before lopping off his brother s other
arm. In pain, Valaris fell to both his knees. Hmmm, should I leave you like this, brother? Do
you think you can survive the rest of eternity as helpless as Biele was the night you murdered
her? Daegan roared.
Whispers emanated from the crowd, leaving everyone in awe as Daegan prepared for the killing
of Valaris.
Have mercy on me brother! Valaris begged. I was only doing you a favor!
Did you offer mercy to Biele the night you slayed her? Daegan hissed, picking Valaris up by
one hand, sinking his fangs into his brother, eventually draining his life force from him.
Protests dispersed from those whom Valaris promised eternal life. There were many in which
Valaris seduced with power within Castle Daegan, however, Elizabeth was the only one who
went as far as to betray Daegan.
Elizabeth, you old crone! Daegan hissed. You betrayed me, now you must pay the price. Take
her off the castle grounds, Daegan hissed to his loyal werewolf guardians, as he wiped his
brother s blood from his lips.
At first, Daegan appeared to be a maniac to Akaisha; however, after scanning his aura, she
sensed his pain, and his regret of destroying Valaris. Daegan s brother would never cease in his
efforts to destroy him, and Daegan knew it. Suddenly, she felt remorse for the woman.
Daegan, shouldn t we just lock her in the dungeon? Akaisha asked.
Akaisha, she and Valaris killed Biele. Are you mad woman? She deserves to be destroyed, and I
won t hear anymore in the matter. Daegan growled.
Chapter 19
Elizabeth, were escorted away from the castle grounds in preparation for execution. Akaisha,
Adelaide, and many of the loyal servants and cooks stayed amongst themselves, careful not to be
involved with the execution. Adelaide clung close to Akaisha, laying her head on her shoulder.
Relax Adelaide, Akaisha coaxed as she stroked the woman s back in an effort to comfort her.
Something isn t right. The daywalker said, scanning hall.
What do you mean? Adelaide shuddered, as a chill caressed her body.
Something doesn t feel right. I don t understand, Akaisha murmured.
How can executing Elizabeth justify everything? Adelaide asked.
I know your feelings, I hold remorse for her as well. She is evil, and what s to say she won t do
the same things again to obtain what she wants? She was an antagonist to the rumors of Daegan
for many years, now wasn t she? Somehow, everyone has managed to exist, thinking Daegan an
evil, heartless ruler. His name is cleared, and those who wish to remain here within the castle
may do so, I m sure.
Daegan approached Akaisha, staring into the depths of her soul. Komin, Hysteon, and Kale
approached her as well, informing Daegan who she really was.
It cannot be, Daegan murmured, eyeing Akaisha from head to toe.
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