Where is my wife going

" So you want my family to stay by the emperor's side for generations to come from now on ? You know I am neutral, I've always been and intend to stay like that. I will not bond my family to anything. I want my family to be free. Now and in the future "

" My lord. I promise on my sword and name that I will keep your family safe for the rest of my life, not only that but I will make sure to help them even after my days have ended. You have 3 nephews or in other words you have 3 sons, I will give them a future where no one dares even think about going against them and I will make sure it stays like that for generations to come "

" And how will you do that ? " 

" I will enlist them in the black shadows and personally train them, I will give your sons prestige and power "

" What do you want in return? Those are big offers, I'm sure it comes with a big price. What is it you want exactly ? "

" Protect the emperor and his secretary "

" secretary ? well that's a first "

" This is all I ask of, please protect the two people I care most in the world "

"...."

" Sigh…looks like you care a lot about them, to come all this way and try to pursue me "

" They are my only family, my lord "

" …. "

The Duke had mixed feelings about this whole situation. He had seen her a few times, before she went to war, even though young there was something about her eyes that told you not to underestimate her, she also had a pretty cold aura to her that would stop people from approaching her unnecessarily, still there were people who looked down on her because of her age and gender however she put them in their place quickly….knowing all that it was quite hard to believe what he was hearing right now. Right now in front of his eyes wasn't the warrior girl who would kill in cold blood but rather a child who wants to protect her family….he was somehow pleased with this side of her, since he too would do anything for his family 

" I won ! Wooo, eat that "

the Duke was about to give his answer, when he got a better idea after they were interrupted by what sounded like Avner. He was on the training ground fighting with his cousin, his office was facing the training ground so they could see everything from the window….now that he thought about it Nephthys kept stealing glances outside the window, she may really be just checking his skills out but it didn't matter this was the perfect opportunity 

" I accept. With one condition "

" And what may that be ? "

" Be Avners Master, I want you to tutor him "

" Very well "

Well that was easy

" Great. I have to leave in a few days so I won't be able to present you officially, would you be able to do it on your own ? "

" You don't have to worry about that "

the Duke was very happy 

" Now about the contract "

Nephthys put the papers on the table and the Dukes smile faded away thinking about more paperwork after a long day of working 

***

The moment Avner completed the last stage he almost immediately felt the connection with Nephthys, it was done. Avner completed the task 

" Looks like it worked "

the emperor could also feel it 

" Let's go find her "

***

" Looks like we finally meet. Did you enjoy killing my men ? "

" You can't even imagine just how much fun I had doing that "

" You are a lot cockier than I expected but to tell you the truth I am not that surprised actually….you know back in the days I would get complains everyday about your behavior you sure were quite rebellious as a child but you were also one of the very few to survive that long….so I really wanted to meet you back then, unfortunately I had way too much work to deal with….didn't really had the chance to meet you….huff….what a shame. I was about to visit actually but I came one day too late, you were already gone but wow, you sure left a great impression on me even if I didn't get to see you ... .did you really do all that ? Did you really kill everyone there including the demon ? I am really curious "

"....."

Nephthys just looked at him 

" Bahahaha "

he burst out laughing 

" Wow….I can't believe it "

Nephthys was captured by the one that started all this….the one that first created demons and the one that made her grow up in a nightmare 

Nephthys was kept hostage by two demons one on her left and one on her right they were putting pressure on her shoulders so she would stay on her knees 

" How did you escape my spell though, how did you break it ? "

he also got down on her level to look at her better 

" Hmm, well I did put a weak spell since I underestimated you kids so I guess it's somehow my fault ...but it's never too late to do it again am I right ? I'll just make sure to put a stronger one this time "

" Sir, why don't we just kill her ? "

the guy didn't only have demons at his disposal but also people like her, people who survived it all 

" Huh ? How dare you want to destroy my perfect creation ? "

"...."

he turned back to face Nephthys as if her feelings were hurt at his disciple words 

" Don't listen to him, he's just jealous I am giving you more attention right now….now where were we ? Ah. the spell ! "

He put his palms on each side of her head and his hands as well as her eyes started glowing a beautiful gold 

" Nephthys ! "

Avner finally arrived after him soon followed the emperor, his secretary and his cousins 

" What the hell are you doing here ? "

Nephthys asked looking at Avner….she knew what he did….she could feel the bond 

" WHAT DID YOU DO TO HER !? "

Avner has never been as angry as he was right now 

" I can't believe I am catching two birds with one stone, today is really my lucky day "

" What do you mean ? "

Miyeon didn't like where this conversation was heading 

" You know Avner….I've been trying to reach you for a very long time "

" I am going to kill you "

Avners voice and eyes were death cold, he already figured what role he might have played in Nephthytis childhood 

" Nephthys, I know you are my favorite but how could you teach my son to talk like that to his own father ? "

the guy disciplined her, now it was her turn to give him a deadly stare 

" Brr….how cold "

he got the chills looking into her eyes 

" Dheeran, take everyone and leave "

Nephthys commanded the emperor 

" Are you out of your mind ? Can't you see this place is surrounded by his people, whether demons or disciples, we are pretty much in his fortress "

" Do you not use your head to think ? This place is surrounded and yet you came in right where I was without a single scratch on your bodies. Do you think this is a coincidence ? "

" Oh "

he finally realized 

" sigh…."

Nephthys couldn't believe this guy was ruling a continent 

" It doesn't matter, we will not leave you alone in this "

"...."

she just stared blankly at his stupid face 

" bahahaha "

" You guys are hilarious "

he was wiping his tears 

*clench*

Avner was boiling inside, thinking that the reason of his beloved's nightmares was his dad….and that his blood was running through his veins 

" You are lying "

he just couldn't accept it

" I am ? "

he looked at Avner and then at Nephthys 

" Nephthys, why don't you tell him ? "