Chapter 146

"ਉ੮ਪਆ!"

Maurice chanted a short spell in the Ancient Language.

Then red Ancient Language script began creeping across Leana's pale skin.

"Eek! What are you doing!"

Startled, Leana clawed at her own skin, screaming.

Maurice caught her chin and forced her to look at him.

The script hadn't reached her face yet. Framed by the red lettering, Leana's silver hair and pale face looked all the more dazzling and beautiful.

"I told you, didn't I? This is a gift I'm giving you. My way of keeping you alive — by making sure you can never use magic again."

Leana's face went white.

"A gift, for you. Consideration enough to control your power and keep you alive. But if you defy it..."

It was exactly what Maurice had said in the dream.

"Abandon the Emperor and submit to me, Leana."

"Shut up, you crazy bastard!"

"If you defy me and use…