Chapter 347
It’s time to hunt, my hounds.
Under Haina’s astonished gaze, Eivass’s aura underwent a sudden transformation.
On the surface, there seemed to be no change at all. His appearance, expression, and hairstyle were exactly the same as before.
But the warm, peaceful, and radiant feeling, like that of the sun, instantly turned chilling.
It was as if a previously sunbathing figure in the courtyard saw a dark cloud gradually drift over and block the sunlight. At that moment, one could suddenly realize how cool the wind passing by felt, sprinkling upon the body like clear water.
“Surprised?”
Eivass looked at Haina, whose face was filled with disbelief, and the corners of his mouth curved slightly upwards.
He leaned back against the wall, his slightly narrowed eyes exuding a faint scarlet glow. Even in the dim warehouse at dusk, they emitted a faint, hazy light, like rubies.
“Did you… turn into a Vampire?”
Haina asked, trembling, “Is it the real deal? Are you really a Vampire?”
“First, the correct term is Child of the Moon.”
He smiled, revealing his sharp fangs.
Eivass extended a finger and gently tapped his pointed teeth, then licked the tips with his tongue. He wore a charming smile.
“—It’s the real deal, want to try?”
“I want to try!”
Haina said without hesitation.
“…Huh?”
Sherlock, who had been planning to laugh at Haina, suddenly looked up and let out an incredulous sound.
“I’ve read *Dracula* too, you know,” Haina said, blushing slightly but still arguing, “Everyone is talking about Vampires, of course I’m curious! After all, Avalon doesn’t have them.
But the Vampires outside are too dangerous, and books say Vampires can bewitch people’s minds. Although I’m confident in my willpower, I don’t think it’s necessary to really find a Vampire.
It was like how Haina had been invited by her roommates several times but never intended to go to the bars in the Lloyd District.
It wasn’t that she lacked confidence in her self-defense or Path abilities—it was simply unnecessary to take the risk.
Perhaps ever since she lost the money in her pocket due to her boisterous playfulness in childhood, a seed of caution had been sown in Haina’s heart.
She could no longer jump around, but she would no longer take risks.
“—But if it’s Eivass, then it’s fine.”
Haina’s tone shifted.
She looked at Eivass curiously, “I’ve heard that being bitten by a Vampire is intoxicating… is that true?”
“It is true,”
Eivass said with a smile, reaching out and gently tugging Haina’s ear, pulling her closer.
He lowered his head to look at Haina, his scarlet pupils examining her like food.
He lowered his head and sniffed Haina’s neck, savoring the fragrance of her blood. It was like a diner taking a deep breath upon seeing a gourmet meal.
“Are you sure?”
Although it was a question, Eivass used a calm, affirmative tone.
He didn’t want to fall like a Child of the Moon. But if someone voluntarily offered themselves to be bitten, Eivass certainly wouldn’t mind.
Vampires are empowered by consuming blood, and the more powerful the blood, the better the effect. Generally, the blood of the Path of Love is the best for a Vampire, followed by the Path of Devotion—the Moon, then the Sun.
Eivass was also curious about the changes after his own enhancement. But he had originally planned to experiment with his own blood… however, an appetizer beforehand wouldn’t hurt.
After all, it was the blood of a virgin at Fourth Tier.
But in that instant, Haina suddenly felt a bit scared for some reason, “Maybe… let’s forget it.”
Eivass let out silent scoff and released the hand holding her earlobe.
“Sherlock, do you know how to say this in Primeval?”
“What?” Sherlock asked casually.
“The farmer who loved dragons,” Eivass chuckled.
“Alright, we know you’re learned,”
Sherlock anxiously touched the potion bottle at his waist, and Edward had already drawn his short sword, which he now held in his hand, “Can you be a little more serious?”
“Then stop arguing. I’m experiencing the curse in detail.”
Eivass closed his eyes and spread his arms.
He suddenly let out a scoff, “As expected, you still haven’t given up. Repeatedly trying, just wanting to put the curse on me…”
As he spoke, Eivass’s body suddenly disintegrated, turning into countless bats. Haina cried out in fright—she was the first to scream when Eivass transformed.
This made Eivass, after reforming, burst into hearty laughter.
However, at this moment, Eivass had transformed into the Form 14.
Black long hair, crimson eyes. His delicate features were utterly placid, yet possessed an indescribable sinister charm.
Haina’s eyes widened, feeling immensely shocked. “Vampires can do this too?
“Wait, Eivass, who is this person you’ve transformed into?”
“Oh, you can still recognize me?”
Eivass said slowly.
His clear, cold voice carried a playful sneer.
She leaned closer, resting her head on Haina’s embrace, and whispered, “If you were bitten by me like this… would it feel better?”
“I…”
Haina hesitated for a moment.
But it was only for that brief moment of hesitation before Eivass gently pushed her away with a light chuckle.
She watched Eivass walk past her towards the door. Eivass, with his back to Haina and Sherlock, casually and unhurriedly said, “Just kidding, my dear. I haven’t properly fed yet, so I must find a girl I fancy to commemorate the occasion.
“—Or, would you like to sign up?”
Eivass turned his head slightly, the corners of his mouth upturned.
Although he was much shorter than Haina, his scarlet gaze made her feel as though he was looking down at her with utter confidence.
For a moment, Haina didn’t know how to respond.
She wanted to say yes, it was her inner desire and curiosity. But she felt it was too shameful, so she opened her mouth but dared not speak.
In that instant, Haina truly envied Eivass.
She felt that after Eivass transformed into the Child of the Moon, he had suddenly become… much more lively.
But rather than his personality changing, it was more like being liberated—Haina vaguely felt that Eivass at this moment was like herself on vacation.
When she was in school before, Haina always acted very well-behaved, calm, and intellectual. But in fact, back in Eagle Cape Village, she was a wild child leader, leading children on adventures everywhere. She would go to all sorts of dangerous places that adults forbade—she just didn’t want to show that side of herself.
Because she felt ashamed.
She felt she had grown up. And that unrestrained self was “childish.”
And her childish self should not be displayed in front of others.
Now, Eivass, though seemingly influenced by the Path of Love… gave Haina the feeling of having taken off a mask. He possessed a sense of freedom that was enviable.
“It seems you still have reservations.”
Eivass waited for three seconds, and seeing that Haina still had no response, he smiled and pushed the door open.
He extended his hand, lightly reaching out as if looking for a dance partner.
Lily, who was lurking in the shadows, stepped forward, about to take Eivass’s hand. However, the Shadow Demon hidden within Eivass’s shadow emerged, holding Eivass’s hand.
“What a pity.”
Eivass lowered his head and chuckled, “You don’t have blood for me to drink. And you want my blood.”
“Then… can you give it to me?”
A voice like honey gently sounded.
“If you do well, I’ll give it to you. My blood, my flesh. Whatever you want, I’ll give it to you.”
Eivass lightly threw the shadow that was holding him back into Lily’s shadow.
Eivass disintegrated into bats once more and flew out through the window.
“—It’s dark. It’s time to hunt, my hounds.”
Eivass’s voice lingered in the room, a reverberation of Eivass, Form 14, and Beyad’s voices overlapping.
“As you wish.”
Chloe’s voice echoed from inside the room, gradually turning into a lion-like roar.
And the Butterfly of Paradoxical Flames, which had been resting with its eyes closed, opened its eyes, and streams of flame erupted from its body.
A scarlet glint flashed in Lily’s eyes, her back slightly hunched, and she exhaled deeply.
—As you wish. She mouthed silently.
At this moment, the sky was already covered with dark clouds.
