"This is exactly what I've been searching for," the King of Vampires murmured to himself.
"Only by integrating this Silver Jade into our power source can I awaken an even stronger bloodline within me."
At that moment, a voice, both authoritative and slightly playful, interrupted his contemplation: "Are you the legendary King of Vampires?"
David stepped deeper into the palace, boldly meeting the King of Vampires' gaze without a hint of fear.
Hearing the voice, the Vampire Lord slowly lifted his head, his eyes as deep and endless as the night sky, piercing into David's soul.
He smiled slightly, an elegant yet subtly dangerous smile, "Who are you, daring to intrude into my domain, unafraid of death?"
"Afraid?"
"Do you think I should be afraid?"
David's lips curled into a mocking smile.
"You dare challenge me?"
The King of Vampires' tone turned icy, and his once graceful demeanor was suddenly cloaked in shadow.
