NOVEL NEXT Chapter 257. The Orc Palace IV
Dragon King's Harem Chapter 257. The Orc Palace IV
Burz nodded his head, understanding dawning on his face. "I see," he said, a wry smile tugging at the corners of his lips, "you are a man who enjoys a challenge." I knew he wouldn’t let it.
I grinned at him, enjoying the banter between us. "Exactly," I said, leaning back in my chair and observing the dancers with a critical eye.
The music eventually came to a halt, and the dancers gracefully bowed before making their exit from the room. Their seductive gazes and suggestive movements still lingered in the air, leaving a sense of desire that was hard to ignore. I let out a deep breath, feeling a wave of relief since the dancers kinda irritated me.
Burz broke the silence, his eyes fixed on me as he spoke. "Your Majesty, Lady Evelina, you must be tired from your journey. Allow me to offer you some rest in separate rooms. We have prepared comfortable chambers for you," Burz said with a courteous smile.
I looked at Evelina, who seemed to be just as uninterested as I was. "No need for separate rooms. We'll rest in the same room," I replied.
"As you wish, Your Majesty," Burz bowed respectfully before continuing, "We also have prepared nice clothes for you to wear to the celebration party tonight. You will look most splendid in them."
Once again, I declined his offer. "I appreciate your gesture, but I'd rather wear my own clothes," I said with a faint smile.
Burz looked a bit disappointed, but he quickly regained his composure. "Very well, as you wish, Your Majesty," he said with a small bow. "I hope you won’t be late for the feast tonight.”
I nodded curtly in response. "We will come in time," I said, making it clear that it was not negotiable.
Burz smiled widely. "Excellent! I'm sure you'll enjoy it. We have the finest chefs in all the land. And the wine... well, let's just say it's to die for."
I raised an eyebrow skeptically. "I hope it's not poisoned," I said dryly.
Burz laughed nervously. "Of course not, Your Majesty. We may be orcs, but we're not barbarians."
I didn't bother responding to that. Instead, I turned to Evelina. "We should take a rest,” I said.
After Evelina replied to me with a nod, we stood off from our seats. Burz led us through a luxurious hallway. The stone walls were decorated with tapestries, each depicting various battles and victories of the orc army. I couldn't help but notice the attention to detail in each tapestry, the intricate designs, and the vibrant colors.
'Too bad I don't have a map of this place,' I thought. Well, it didn't matter since they were the ones who would come to us. We only needed to prepare.
As we walked, I could hear the sound of water trickling in the distance, and as we turned a corner, I saw a small fountain in the center of a garden, surrounded by lush greenery. It was a stark contrast to the rest of the palace, mainly made of stone and metal.
We continued down the hallway until we reached our room. After Burz opened the big door, we entered it. I couldn't help but take in the grandeur of the space. The first thing that caught my attention was the opulent chandelier hanging from the ceiling, casting a warm and inviting glow on everything beneath it. The walls were adorned with intricate tapestries, depicting scenes of battle and conquest, which gave the room a sense of history and importance.
The furniture in the room was equally impressive. A large four-poster bed stood in the center, with soft pillows and blankets that looked so inviting I wanted to sink into them immediately. The wooden wardrobe in the corner of the room was intricately carved, with beautiful details and ornate handles that gleamed in the soft light.
Burz bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I hope you and Lady Evelina will have a pleasant stay here. If you need anything, there is a summoning string beside the bed. Just pull it and a servant will come to attend to you."
I nodded my head and replied, "Thank you, Burz. I appreciate your hospitality."
With that, Burz turned and walked out of the room, closing the door behind him. As soon as he left, I took a deep breath and let out a sigh. Being surrounded by orcs was definitely not my idea of a relaxing vacation.
Without wasting time, I activated my Analyze skill. My gaze moved over every inch of the room, scanning for any hidden traps or dangers.
"Is it safe, Your Majesty?" Evelina, who was standing by my side, asked in a low voice. Who knew the orcs eavesdropped on our conversation?
I replied with a nod and canceled my skill.
Taking a deep breath, I went and sat down on the couch, feeling the plush cushions sink beneath me. The silence in the room was almost palpable, broken only by the distant sounds of celebration and merrymaking outside.
"Evelina," I said, breaking the silence. "It looks like they're going to launch their attack tonight. We need to be careful."
Evelina turned to face me, her expression serious. "I know," she replied. "We can't let our guard down." But rather than sitting beside me, Evelina walked towards the window, her eyes fixed on the yard outside. I watched Evelina from the couch as she looked out the window, to the yard. Her eyes were full of emotion as she watched the reunion of the orc prisoners with their families.
Another long exhale out of my mouth. I flicked my fingers, and the wine bottle on the table began to rattle as I used my telekinetic skill. Slowly, the bottle levitated off the table, and poured a generous amount of wine into a glass. The rich red liquid flowed, reflecting the flickering light.
Taking a sip, I savored the taste, letting the warmth of the wine spread through me. I felt a sense of relaxation wash over me. The wine was of excellent quality, and I had to admit it.
Lowering the glass, I glanced at Evelina who was pensive by the window. Needless to say, I could tell what she was thinking from her expression.
I put my glass on the table. “You should take a rest. Tonight will be a long night,” I decided not to touch on that topic at all.
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