Bab 3 | The beginning of revenge 3

• Day turns into night.

"Hmm, so is there slave trading in our territory?" Rai asked.

"Yes, young master. I haven't informed the head of the family yet... because I think this is suitable for your training," the head servant replied.

"Good, summon the 'Five Guards.'"

"Very well, young master."

The Five Guards are a group of elite vampire warriors that Diego formed from five women. Only Diego and the head servant know about them. They used to be servants, slaves, or street people, but Diego elevated them to the Five Guards due to their talents. The group is led by Hana and guided by the head servant, consisting of Hana, Reina, Emi, Harumi, and Akira.

"We are here, young master," Hana said.

"Good, you're quick," replied Rai, gazing at the moon from his room balcony. "Of course, it's been a while since we received direct orders from you. Tonight, we'll have some fun," Reina said.

"All right, let's begin the extermination."

• Location changes to the outskirts of the market.

"Haha, this is quite good. She's really beautiful; okay, I'll buy this one. Prepare her quickly; I can't wait any longer."

"A good choice, sir. This elf arrived just yesterday, and I guarantee she's still a virgin. Wait a moment."

In this place, many people gather to buy slaves, usually women, for their pleasure. Elves and humans are the most commonly traded races. This place only operates at night, using barriers to hide activities from outsiders.

"Arghhh, h-help!" a guard outside the shop yelled.

"What's going on?" the shop owner asked.

"Run, we're under attack!"

"How is that possible? Isn't there a barrier outside? Where are the guards?"

"Hahaha, you fools... You dare engage in such dirty deeds in my territory. I'll teach you a lesson you won't forget. Eliminate everyone involved in this trade and secure the slaves!"

"Very well, sir," the Five Guards responded.

Then, the Five Guards attacked the market recklessly, using Rai's specially created "White Roses" sword technique, highly effective in killing their enemies. They were thrilled after so long. The Five Guards were not originally vampires, but Rai turned them into vampires because of their talent in manipulating blood. Becoming a vampire didn't require just being bitten by one; only a select few vampires could transform others into vampires, known as "Lords of Vampires." Despite not being vampires, their blood talents might be due to their ancestors' connection to vampires.

"Who are you?" a large figure asked.

"Heh, there's a knight here," Rai said.

"Who are you?"

"Isn't it clear that I'm a vampire?"

"We've never disturbed people like you... Why are you doing this?"

"Haha, don't be foolish... You started this first. Did you think you could freely sell slaves in my territory?"

"Your territory? Don't tell me you're..."

"Yes, Rai... Mirai Valontier."

"Ugh, so it's you... No wonder your power is unbelievable."

"Enough with the small talk... Let's end this."

"You arrogant," the guard replied, squinting his eyes.

The large figure was a human knight with defensive abilities, explaining why slave trading was so successful. There was support from both within and outside the country.

Meanwhile, Rai fought against the knight trying to corner him. However, the knight's efforts were in vain. Rai was not to be underestimated. He only used the "Thorny Roses" technique, and the knight split in two, a rather easy demise.

"Tch, he's weaker than I thought," Rai muttered with slight irritation.

"Sir, we've cleared the area. No enemies remain. Please give further orders," Hana said.

"Bring all the slaves here, and if any are injured, heal them first."

"Very well, sir."

Rai gathered the remaining blood and forced it out of the lifeless bodies.

"This is too little."

Shortly after, the Five Guards returned with 21 slaves, half of them elves and the rest humans or mixed-race beings.

"Hmm, if I release them, it'll just end up like this again. Hana, take them to our base and train them all. We need to bolster our forces."

"Understood."

After that, Rai returned to the Valontier residence. The Five Guards usually disguised themselves as servants in Rai's house. Their base was underground, beneath the ancient temple ruins below the Valontier mansion. No one knew about this secret beneath the nobleman's house, except for Rai, who discovered it.

• Location shifts to Rai's arrival at home.

"Phew, that was boring... My body doesn't feel good. Should I take a bath first?"

"Where are you from, Rai?"

"F-father, w-what are you doing here?"

"I'm asking you."

"Uh, I'm from..."

"Master Rai was training with me, the head of the household," the head servant interjected.

"Hmm... Isn't it nighttime already? What kind of training are you doing?"

"I'm just teaching young master some of my techniques. I believe he'll become an important figure in the future."

Fiero scrutinized Rai with suspicion. He was strict with strangers or outside places but caring and affectionate with his family.

"Ahaha, so you already knew that Rai is a Morgan with talents," Morgan said.

"Yes, sir, I'm confident that the young master is a genius."

"Very well, I'm relieved if many believe my son is a genius."

After that, Fiero left Rai's room. Morgan was the name of the head servant serving young master Rai. He was a human with wind magic talents. His speed and agility were acknowledged by the empire. However, Morgan chose to serve Fiero rather than become an imperial knight. Now, he was a vampire, but his magical abilities remained due to being a half-vampire.

"I'm sorry, young master. The head of the family almost found out about the Five Guards because of me."

"It's okay; you've also helped me."

"Now, I'd like to take a bath. Please prepare warm water."

"Very well, young master."

• Several weeks later.

The day when Violet Valontier returned to the academy, the most prestigious place where students from all over the world gathered, the "Aetheria Academy."

"Violet, have you prepared everything?"

"Yes, mother, don't worry. I'm not as forgetful as father," Violet replied.

"Ugh, hahaha... You really don't choose your words carefully," Fiero responded.

"That's the truth."

"And Rai, I'll see you at the academy. Remember, if anyone dares to bother you, let me know. Your sister will take care of them quickly."

"Yes, I'll go now. Before you're late."

"Is my little sister really this sadistic? I feel sorry for your future partner," Rai said.

"Stop talking nonsense."

"Hahaha, all right... Take care of yourself."

Violet hugged Rai as usual. With a resigned face, Rai could only remain silent in front of his sister.

"In that case... Goodbye, father, mother, and My sadistic little brother."

After that, Violet's group departed. Despite Violet's childish behavior, she was as firm as her father, Fiero. She was even feared by her classmates, and she was a talented student with many achievements.

• Location changes to the training area.

"Bloody Lotus."

A red aura emanated from Rai's body and his sword. Rai raised his sword high, gathering all the blood aura into it. The gathered aura made his sword even darker. When it reached its limit, Rai swung it forward. The slash cut through space, destroying everything in its path. A massive explosion occurred as the aura scattered in all directions, annihilating anything in its vicinity. The blast formed a massive crater, laying waste to the training area.

"Good, you've mastered it, Rai. It's truly a miracle that you could learn this technique in just a few weeks."

"Thank you, Father."

"There's nothing more I can teach you. You can gain experience on your own now, as there's no better teacher than your own experiences."

"Head of the family, there's a message from the empire," George said.

"Yes, I'll go there immediately."

• Location changes to Fiero's room.

"Hmm... So, we've been invited to the party my father-in-law is hosting. It seems to commemorate Crimson Mon Day."

"Father invited us, dear?" Viona asked.

"Yes, I forgot that in a few days... it's the day when the Crimson Eye Monster was defeated by the God Gilgamesh."

"I see... In that case, when should we leave?"

"As soon as possible... You know what my father-in-law is like."

"All right, I'll start packing tomorrow."

"And there's also a letter from the Defense Department. They say there will be an attack by demons at the event."

"What? Are they still causing trouble for our kingdom? I thought they wouldn't act until their leader reemerges after his death."

"His Majesty also ordered me to guard the empire, as he is on a mission in the Black Sea."

"Shall we ask Rai not to accompany us? I'm afraid he might get involved."

"Don't worry. As long as I'm there... both of you will always be safe."

"You're always dependable, my love," Viona said, hugging Fiero with a small smile.

Chapter end