My Most Precious Human novel Chapter 65

I entered a state of shock, gaping my eyes at Sariel and trying hard to comprehend his words. It looked like I was the only one who had problems with acknowledging my new position since everyone else bowed down to me after hearing Sariel's words.

"What?" I muttered softly to Sariel.

"You heard it well." He smirked slyly.

"I don't even know what that means!" I argued in a low voice.

"Don't worry too much. Leo will teach you everything you need to know." He smiled and stroked my hair.

I smiled, feeling the panic rising within me. All those people standing in front of me showed me absolute respect. I had never received this kind of treatment from anyone. For a second, I started to wonder, would I have been treated in the pack in a familiar way if I were born as a wolf? Those thoughts immediately painted a bitter smile on my face, but I had to quit wondering and focus on my situation and new, completely unexpected position…

Sariel held my hand as we entered the castle. This time it felt different. For the first time, I didn't feel like a fugitive who found a temporary shelter here, but I was miles away from calling this place home. I had a feeling that my new title had given me more protection, along with setting me in a much more dangerous position.

Sariel led me to the north wing, and Mr. Gotha followed us two steps behind. My hand was still in Sariel's grasp. I kept staring at him, wondering whether his attitude towards me was for show, or whether it was coming from him, unforced. Could it be that drinking my blood and leaving his mark on me affected him just like drinking his blood affected me?

Ezra told me about the mate-bond between werewolves. The wolf can try to oppose the mate-bond, but even if he or she rejects the mate, their souls will always be tormented by this decision. I used to envy wolves because they had someone who was bound to love them. It sounded incredibly romantic unless you weren't someone like Ezra, whose mate died soon after they found each other. I couldn't even imagine the endless suffering caused by mourning for your loved one each day until you die. Nonetheless, even if it was a tragic love, it sounded much simpler than human relationships, let alone a human-vampire relationship...

We stopped right beside Sariel's bedroom. Mr. Gotha rushed in front of me and Sariel and opened the next door on the right.

"This will be your chamber from now on," Sariel stated, pointing at the room.

I smiled nervously and stepped inside, as did Sariel. Mr. Gotha stood on the threshold, waiting to be called by his master. I looked around. The place was twice as big as my previous room. It had its own study and was equipped with bookshelves that could be turned into a small library. My new bed was also bigger, definitely big enough for two people to sleep comfortably. The view, combined with my one-track mind, made me flush in an instant. Then I looked to the other side and saw a peculiar-looking door. Sariel caught me staring at it.

"This is the passage between my room and yours." He smirked, "It was made deliberately that way since this chamber belonged to the Duchess."

I gasped and gazed at Sariel in disbelief, "Then, why am I getting to stay in this room?" I asked.

"Because I wanted everyone to know how much you are important to me." He chuckled, then walked closer to me and gave my forehead a little peck.

I frowned at him, seeking a hidden motive behind his actions, but I kept losing whenever he looked into my eyes. I couldn't deny the bond between us that grew even stronger after he marked me.

Sariel glanced meaningfully at Mr. Gotha, and his first in command entered the room.

"I will meet with the blood bags families alone."

"You shouldn't do it by yourself, Master!" Mr. Gotha protested.

"That is not your concern, Leo," Sariel stated firmly. "I need you to tell Lilith as much as you can about the noble families and their alliances. She will join me at the gathering tomorrow."

I tried to process Sariel's words, but it seemed that I was going to be involved in something I had absolutely no idea about.

"What gathering?" I asked uncertainly.

"You cannot be serious, Master!" Mr. Gotha burst out, "With all due respect, Ms. Leber is a human, and no human has ever-"

"Don't ever question my decisions concerning Lilith." Sariel sent Mr. Gotha a murderous glare.

Even I flinched, hearing the tone of his voice. Mr. Gotha glanced at me as if the scolding he received from Sariel was my fault. I smiled sourly at him, but I guess I preferred him being harshly honest than falsely polite. I could see him trying hard to remain composed. He took a deep breath, then lowered his head.

"I apologize, Master. I will do as you wish." He sighed.

"That is settled then," Sariel smirked and put his eyes on me. "I have to go now. Be good and try to memorize as much as you can from what you will hear from Leo."

I nodded, not even knowing what I was agreeing to. Sariel smirked at me and walked out of the room, leaving me alone with Mr. Gotha. We looked at each other with the same irked expression painted on our faces.

"Should I start my teachings right away or…" He glanced disdainfully at the dress I was wearing. "Would you like to dress in something more appropriate first?" His sarcastic remark instantly placed a wicked smile on his face.

I chuckled. "I would like to change first. Thank you for your concern… Leo. You wouldn't mind if the Mistress of the House of Calvet called you Leo, would you?" I blinked innocently.

"Actually, I would-"