Chapter 169

Arguing with Nu-reeh was a stupid thing to do. It always resulted in punishment, but Master Damien was willing to take it.

“Kein is bright, Mistress. He is already teaching Ciara,” Master Damien said bluntly.

Nu-reeh’s eyes flashed and she leaned toward Master Damien.

“I am glad to see you paid attention to what I told the slave, but I will see to her education,” she said simply.

Master Damien stood to argue and Nu-reeh let out a warning hiss.

“You know you will never win an argument with me,” she said simply. “If you try, I will only make you suffer.”

The room had gone silent watching the challenge. It was obvious Master Damien was arguing with Nu-reeh. She never tolerated such outbursts.

It was more Christof’s persistent internal entreaties that fighting would be pointless that made Master Damien sit.

“I am gracious, Damien,” Nu-reeh said menacingly, “do not forget that.”

After breakfast I was delivered back to their rooms. Mas