"Vlad, it has been a long time since you last visited me, what kind of bad news brought you here?"
A giant creature with a lion's head and a body protected by a turtle-like carapace looked down on Vlad with surprise etched on its monstrous face.
The giant creature had six feet, with bear-like claws and a scaly tail like that of a serpent's.
Its name was Tarasque.
It was recognized by all as the strongest land dwelling Demigod in the World of Hestia.
"You make it sound like I only visit you when I bring bad news," Vlad replied in a helpless tone.
"So, you're saying that I'm wrong?"
"... No. You are right. I do bring bad news, but it annoys me that you thought of me that way."
Tarasque chuckled as it laid on the ground. Since the Demigods lived long lives, they didn't usually seek each other out unless something of great importance was transpiring in the world.
