Chapter 39 - Artifact of Pure Bloodline

"Kill him." She spoke with her mind on autopilot as she recalled the memories from a few hours ago, reflecting on those angry moments.

"Huh?"

"I—I mean, why do you think I should help you?" Astarra was clearly determined to teach him a lesson, but realizing that what she had just uttered changed her words, she calmed herself.

He interrupted her and further added, "Queen, we both know we will not live long."

Akhil, even though he was aware of the future in which they would inevitably face death at the hands of demons, was also focused on the present circumstances.

Her brother, holding the position of Duke, would soon establish his complete dominance over the elders and the remaining decision-making body of the Duchy.

Afterward, he would again try to assassinate her, and he would also be targeted by those from the Empire.

So, it was clear that they both needed each other's support to survive.