The Accidental Vampire

Lucius placed a small wooden stake on the ground at a specific spot and started waiting.

For some strange reason, the stake kept getting smaller with each passing second as it laid on the floor.

Watching the stake get smaller, Lucius smiled briefly. “It’s the right spot.”

The stake kept getting smaller and smaller until it was the size of the needle. It was as if whatever was inside the stake was absorbed by the Floor.

Time kept trickling away as a wooden needle laid on the ground before there was finally a movement.

After around thirty minutes, the wooden stake started increasing in size once again, slowly returning to its old self. The stake was once again back to its old self. In fact, the Stake was only slightly bigger now.

The wooden stake, which was completely clear before, had changed at its core. The stake appeared much sharper and even stronger. There was also a small mark that has appeared at the end of the Wooden Stake, creating a character that only Lucius could read.

Lucius went down on his knees, observing the wooden stake, which had changed inherently. He carefully picked up the small stake.

“Urgh!”

As soon as he picked up the stake, he felt a burning sensation on his body. It was as if the Stake was burning his skin as soon as he touched it._.

Lucius immediately released the stake, letting it drop to the floor once again.

“Still as feisty, aren’t you?” Lucius glanced at his burnt finger. Even his healing didn’t heal the mark as fast as it should’ve. The healing was too slow.

Lucius tore a small piece of cloth from his cloak and wrapped the wooden stake in the cloth before picking it up once again. This time, there was no burning sensation on his hand.

He kept the stake securely before standing up. “That’s one.”

His footsteps kept getting distant as the man left the hallway, just as calmly as he came, disappearing into the darkness.

*****

It was the darkest night. Even the moon was hidden behind the clouds that hid its light.

[0)ᴠʟ Even in this Darkness, there were many powerful Vampires that were guarding the Blood Council Castle at the mountain top. The Castle was supposed to be empty, as no Blood Council Members were here. Despite that, the security here had always been at the peak.

Everyone assumed that it was because the Blood Council didn’t want anyone to damage their castle, which could be bad for their dignity. It was only the Blood Council Members who knew the real reason.

They knew why they kept the Castle so secure. It wasn’t because they were worried about the castle. Instead, it was because there was something inside the Castle that only they knew about.

That’s also why this place was so important. That’s also the reason why this place was made at the top of a mountain, where it was impossible for even Werewolves to reach secretly.

Unfortunately, it was still quite easy for the Blood Council Members to reach here, and one such member was standing at the bottom of the mountain, glancing at the top.

Under the terms of Ramiun’s letter, he was to do it. However, in her bid to take the lead, Elisi arrived here first. She had basically hijacked the plan of Ramiun, which he told her through the letter.

Even though Elisi was here and prepared to do it, even she was a bit hesitant. Doing this meant going against the Code of the Council, especially since she was doing it without informing anyone. Her greed still made her come here. If she succeeded, she believed she was going to become stronger than the entire Blood Council combined.

She wasn’t alone either. She brought her strongest Generals with her, who were converted by her. They were the people she trusted the most, especially since her death meant their death as well. To survive, they needed to protect her at any cost.

Not only were her men behind her at the bottom of the mountain, but there were also some who were at the top of the Mountain, working with the other guards.

Since the Castle was such an important place, all the Blood Council Members sent some of their stronger men to guard the place. That’s why the protection team was made with people from every side.

“Are they informed?” Elisi asked the man behind her.

“We did inform them. Our men are guarding the south east section. We should be able to enter through that place,” came the response.

“Good.”

Elisi finally started climbing the mountain. However, instead of couldn’t, it appeared more like she was flying up. She ran through the forest in the mountain, even though her feet barely touched the ground.

She was like a shadow, running through the forest. Behind her, her two Generals also managed to keep up with her, not falling behind.

Within five minutes itself, the three of them managed to reach the top of the mountain through the south east.

A group of Vampires that were guarding the South East Portion of the Mountain noticed three shadowy figures flying toward them. None of them reacted at all.

Instead of alerting other guards about the arrival of three figures, they went on one knee respectfully. It was as if they already knew who was going to be coming here.

The guards who were assigned the protection of these parts belonged to Elisi’s group herself. They weren’t going to dare to stop her. Instead, they welcome Elisi and inform her about the positions of the other guards.

*****

“So she entered the Castle. Good. Everything is going according to the plan for now.”

Ramiun was still inside the castle, being informed about every single action of Elisi. He was like the puppetmaster, having an eye on all his puppets.

“An hour should be enough for Elisi to free him. I think it’s time. Send a letter informing the other Blood Council Members about what Elisi is doing. Make the letter anonymous.”

“It shall be done.” A melodious voice came from the back as a figure disappeared.

“My dear Elisi, thank you for freeing him and helping me. You did your part; it’s my turn to handle the rest. While you keep the Blood Council distracted with your life on the line, I shall be done with my goals. You really deserve a gratitude. If you’re still alive by the time I succeed, I’ll probably return the favor.”

“I do hope you survive. I do want to see you as my servant, after all.”

With an amused grin on his face, Ramiun went back inside.

****

Back at the Blood Mountain, Elisi managed to sneak inside the Castle through an open window that she herself left open before.

She didn’t make even the slightest noise as she entered. However, there was a group that already knew about Elisi’s entrance.

The group of guards that worked for Ramiun knew everything. Just like Elisi’s men knew her plan, Ramiun’s men also knew what to do. They were just waiting for Elisi’s arrival. One of them was even keeping an eye on the South East. The man informed his fellow about the arrival of Elisi.

The men knew that Elisi was already inside the castle. They still didn’t inform anyone else or went inside. They waited for a few minutes to make sure that Elisi was actually inside and at her destination.

It was only after they were completely assured that they took action. They didn’t just go inside themselves. Their goal wasn’t to catch Elisi or stop her. They just needed some witnesses to make sure that it was Elisi who did it.

And what better way to achieve their goals than talking to others with them to see?

The guards went to the group of other Lords, informing them that they heard a voice coming from inside and that they needed to check.

Initially, the other groups didn’t believe that someone had entered the Castle since they didn’t hear anything, but just to be sure, they decided to check as well.

The three groups that were guarding the main entrance decided to send two people each inside the castle to check if someone actually snuck inside. As for the groups in the south, they weren’t informed yet.

Around six guards entered the castle to check if someone had entered without permission.

Along the way, the six divided into a team of two, with each team containing at least one person from one of the three factions. Especially since one of the three Factions belonged to the oldest Blood Council Member.

Both the teams searched the places. Now that they were inside, even they couldn’t deny that there were indeed some noises. It was as if a door was opened and some chains were broken. Both the groups ran to the source of the sound to check who actually dared to enter this place.