The First Vampire

Noticing Colin’s reaction, Grace seemed to realize something and quickly asked, “Didn’t the Queen tell you this secret?”

Colin rolled his eyes inwardly, then he soon realized — can the Queen’s words even be trusted?

The so-called “secret” she gave to Grace was probably just like the “secret” Colin received, complete and utter lies.

“Do you believe that the secret the Queen spoke about is true?” Colin didn’t answer Grace, but instead questioned her.

“The Queen shouldn’t lie about such matters, right?” Grace carefully responded, “Besides, during my year in the Phoenix Palace, I did notice that Emperor Reinhardt didn’t seem to be particularly fond of Prince Harrison and Princess Judy.

Also, I believe His Majesty probably realized it, hence, producing numerous illegitimate children.”

Colin stroked his chin, finding that there was some logic to Grace’s words.

When Emperor Reinhardt initially sent Harrison and Judy to the North Territory, Colin found it strange. Even if it was for the reason of mentorship, there was no need to send away his only two children.

If Colin were to fall out with the royal family, wouldn’t Harrison and Judy become hostages?

Moreover, Emperor Reinhardt’s known fondness for making his subordinates wear cuckolds indeed seemed much like a form of revenge towards the Queen…

But soon, Colin chuckled quietly to himself, realizing that he almost fell for the Queen’s trick again.

When he initially believed without doubt the Queen’s claim to be Vera’s birth mother, wasn’t it because many seemingly credible clues confirmed it?

But not a single one was solid evidence.

Later, didn’t Marquis Garcia also personally deny the Queen’s claim? Hence, Colin was convinced, the “Queen’s secret” that Grace held must also be a lie.

How could a crafty politician like Queen Midela hand over her weak spot?

Especially to a young girl like Grace.

The Brugen family is indeed important, but not to that extent.

Even considering Grace’s somewhat mysterious origins, it wouldn’t be enough to make Queen Midela pay such a price to win her over.

Emperor Reinhardt’s attitude towards Harrison and Judy is indeed strange, and his well-known quirks do seem to suggest something, but certainly not that the Queen has made him a cuckold.

Otherwise, how could Emperor Reinhardt, who holds the supreme authority of the Glorious Empire, tolerate Queen Midela until now?

This is a matter of bloodline, the most important of matters. Even if Queen Midela hailed from the St. Hilde family, she can’t possibly be spared by the royal family on this issue.

“What are you thinking about?” Seeing Colin remain silent, Grace couldn’t help but ask.

“Nothing.” Of course, Colin wouldn’t tell Grace about the “handle” that Queen Midela gave him.

Although that too was a lie, Vera’s origins indeed had questionable points, and Colin didn’t intend to share this private matter of the St. Hilde family with Grace, who was an outsider.

Grace knew that Colin was withholding something from her, but she didn’t dare to ask more.

Under the current circumstances, she was clearly the weaker party, and moreover, in a position of asking for help.

Ever since learning that she was not the biological daughter of Count Brugen, Grace had been filled with a strong sense of crisis.

When she first learned that she was about to marry Count Evan, Grace was extremely conflicted.

On one hand, she wanted to marry into the St. Prowse family, to obtain more power. That way, even if her lineage was revealed, she would still have room for maneuver.

On the other hand, she was worried that such actions would be seen as betrayal by Queen Midela. After all, she was very aware of the conflicts between the royal family and the Eastern Territory and knew that she was actually a chess piece that Queen Midela had placed in the Eastern Territory.

Such a difficult situation made Grace behave so strangely when she saw Colin charging into the city.

Others all believed that Colin was the man who killed her father, but in Grace’s eyes, Colin was her savior, and an opportunity.

“Count, now that we’ve exchanged each other’s secrets, can you trust me now?” Grace asked timidly, biting her red lip.

Colin certainly understood Grace’s implication, and so he reached out, pinched the girl’s smooth chin, and laughed:

“I think, if I could get to know you more intimately, this trust would be firmer.”

Grace’s delicate face turned bright red, but she still bravely leaned in.

The sweet fragrance of the girl enveloped him, and Colin could even feel his partner’s rising body temperature and her heart pounding.

So, he didn’t hesitate any longer, bowed his head, and tightly embraced Grace.

This time, there were no attendant to disturb them.

…

The next morning.

When Colin opened his eyes, he saw Grace’s pretty face.

The girl in his arms was still asleep, her soft, smooth touch made him unwilling to move his hand.

Perhaps Colin’s slight movement woke Grace. The girl let out a small cry and woke up dazedly.

Feeling Colin’s mischievous hands, Grace who hadn’t yet recovered from last night’s passion, quickly put on a pleading expression.

Colin wasn’t the type to not know how to cherish a woman, so he laughed and said, “Alright, I won’t tease you anymore, get up.”

Grace smiled, came over and gave Colin a sweet good morning kiss, and then quickly got up to pick up her clothes from the floor.

While getting dressed, Grace asked, “Colin, what’s your plan now?”

“I’m going to continue south and march to White Dew City.” Colin also got up from the bed, and said while getting dressed, “We’ll leave after breakfast.”

“Are you in a hurry?” Grace seemed somewhat reluctant, “Are you really going to attack White Dew City? I still think that’s probably not a good idea.”

Colin gave a slight smile, confidently said, “If I had told you a day ago that I was going to use the three thousand Blood Knight Army to break the formation of the fifty thousand Huorong Army, would you think it’s a good idea?”

Grace was speechless.

To an individual like Colin who excelled in creating miracles on the battlefield, she felt that all attempts to persuade him seemed rather feeble.

But Grace still tried to say: “I just think that first securing Huorong City, and managing the northern half of the East Territory beyond Mount Althus would be more reliable…”

“I know you’re impatient, but you need to be patient, and have faith in me.” Colin looked into Grace’s eyes and said seriously.

After spending time with her, Colin had noticed that despite her naivety, Grace had a great ambition.

Of course, Colin didn’t mind if his lover had ambitions.

As long as she obeyed him.

Seeing the determination in Colin’s eyes, Grace could only nod and say, “Alright, what would you like me to do?”

“You don’t need to do anything for now.” Colin stepped forward and put his arms on the girl’s shoulders. “Be patient, and stop only thinking about the land north of Mount Althus. In my eyes, the entire East Territory will eventually be mine.”

Feeling Colin’s strong confidence, Grace got excited again and once again initiated a passionate kiss.

The freshly worn clothes, once again fell to the floor.