I walk inside the restaurant, making my way towards the exclusive second floor designated for the affluent clientele. Navigating past several guards stationed at different points
I proceeded through the area, catching the attention of the guards, who, instead of halting me, simply greeted and queried about my plans for today.
I guess looks help, well I'm also wearing royal attire with a very fine and soft fabric. Not that these dumb people of this kingdom would ever recognize symbols embedded in it.
Entering the second floor, my attention dispersed as I glanced around the room. Amidst some faces, one stood out—a captivating and genuinely cute girl.
Thank God, I can turn off my charm. (
It felt odd to not wear a veil after so many days and I could freely walk anywhere since no one would recognize me.
We exchanged a few gazes.
Acting like there was no way I would have enough gut to approach her.
Although she still appeared attractive, her beauty paled in comparison to Hui's.
I took my seat, and picked up a nearby magazine kept on the table, opting to peruse local news instead of delving into my city's policies I had been meaning to review. My focus was snagged by a jarring headline detailing a grim discovery: "Headless Body Found in Streets of Hoods." A sudden sneeze erupted from me, the stark and ghastly image from the news triggering an involuntary physical reaction.
Attempting to maintain composure, I continued to read, only to find the cause of death attributed to hanging. If it were a mere case of someone taking their own life by hanging, it would not have affected my innocent and delicate sensibilities.
The man was an innocent martial artist on whom a special type of drug was put which amplified the pain by tenfolds. The best part is his intestines were bound by a string and as soon as he fell. All of his intestines came out.
The second news was simple- Obanma committed suicide along with his family doing some occult practice where he sacrificed himself and his family for their lord and savior. Thankfully he killed Dabura Shia before dying. Unfortunately, he failed to kill that brute because of the escaping treasure he was bestowed upon by his master.
My curiosity had certainly been piqued, albeit in a morbid and unsettling way. The world was full of darkness and depravity, and these news articles served as a stark reminder of that fact.
I couldn't help but feel a strange mix of repulsion and fascination as I absorbed the disturbing details, my mind grappling with the implications of such heinous acts.
Alas, there goes my curiosity.
"Sorry to interrupt, I just wanna say you're cute," Augustine says confidently to me, coming close to me.
"Apologies, do we know each other?" I inquired, leaning in for the customary 2 cheek kisses.
Oddly, despite her beauty, I found myself feeling repulsed by the act of kissing her. Moreover, she seemed taller than me, which would have surely added to my discomfort in my previous life at least.
The logical inference I derive from why I'm not interested in her could easily be because she is a failure as an Existence, which, at some deeper level, holds a degree of truth.
"I suppose it's our first encounter," she remarks with a subtle hint of curiosity.
Her demeanor suggests she believes I am unaware and doesn't recognize who she is.
"Absolutely, please have a seat," I reply warmly, concealing any hint of recognition or prior acquaintance in my demeanor.
As she takes the seat, I raise my hand to signal the waiter to bring us two hot drinks.
After talking for 2-3 minutes I could sense her tongue jiggling inside, wetter than when we started the conversation.
It became increasingly apparent that she was attempting to conceal her elongated fangs, sharp and distinct, hidden behind a careful facade
"You must have been prepping with squats in the restroom before starting this conversation with me; you seem to be working up a sweat," I teased, flashing a playful grin.
I continue to tease her about it for a while.
She gets taken back but her eyes indicate ----"Those charming eyes, I want to defile them."
The twisted desires hidden within her gaze only fueled my own wicked curiosity.
I say, "So, I see you're enjoying a drink there. Is that your secret weapon to keep up with me in this conversation? I hope you're not too intimidated."
"Heh, this drink might add a sprinkle of confidence, but I assure you, facing your wit requires no liquid bravery. I find myself captivated by your intriguing persona," she answers me, and I chuckle.
After a while, she started telling me her boring story which I pretended to pay attention to at first but my attention was taken by thoughts of Hui and my plans for lower realms.
I also didn't pay attention to what she was saying because I could read between the lines and figure most of it, was a lie.
I also time to time hint to her that I don't care what she says for a moment. I mean I don't give a fuck whether she hates me or love me.
I already promised Hui.
I can't break the three commandments that I took in my past life.
After some time passed I added "You and I aren't gonna get along but anyway did you read the news? How horrifying incidents are happening in this city. The man had his head missing and his intestine dropped like noodles."
"I'm sorry. I didn't hear what you said before this" she says.
"I'll be honest, I might like you, and I can see things going forward, but it just doesn't feel right," I confess with a voice filled with uncertainty. "I feel like going down the streets, booking a hotel, throwing you to bed, and having fun," I speak with brutal honesty, now unafraid to express my desires and maintain the same level of straightforwardness as I did in my previous life.
I was curious to see how women brought up in matriarchal society is, but It becomes apparent It's better to do, to say, what I feel like just like how I did in my previous life.
She didn't live up to my curiosity.
Her eyes narrowed slightly, her amusement fading into a mix of disappointment and annoyance.
My indifference to her stories and my blatant disregard for any sense of connection between us seemed to fuel her desire to provoke a reaction from me.
As our conversation increased, her standing in my eyes went lower and lower.
I continue to remain unfazed, my detached nature shielding me from any emotional impact her response may have.
"Well, well, it seems you really don't care, do you?" she said, her voice laced with a hint of annoyance. "I should have known better than to expect any genuine engagement from someone like you."
She took a sip of her drink, her eyes never leaving mine. It was as if she was studying me, searching for any cracks in my indifferent facade. But I remained steadfast, my disinterest unwavering.
"Your tone and way of speaking hints as if we've met and spoken before and Darling? I don't think we're at such a stage."
Her frustration became palpable as she clenched her fists, struggling to maintain her composure. "You're playing games, aren't you? Pretending not to know me when it's clear that we...we..."
I became more relaxed as she finally broke her facade. "Yes, Aug I was playing the game with you because it was funny.
I push the edge and try to kiss her. She pushed herself back in surprise but she seemed to like it.
She's a princess but surely she gets turned on by getting treated like a whore.
It really pisses me off thinking that those cheap 304 I used to fuck in the past life demanded to be treated like princesses.
I compliment her skin and tease her about her disgusting fangs.
I acted like I wanted to ravish her constantly but was brutally honest that I didn't really care more to that point about her.
I give her a little little light touch from time to time.
She looked captivated and I also realized that she'd be a loyal woman to me as long as the situation didn't go against her.
"I need to go to the washroom, I promise I'll be back in 5 minutes," She says.
I'm pretty sure she's going to wipe her sweat. I internally thought what would I do if she broke her promise?
As she leaves, I call for the waitress, reaching for my Imperial card crafted in shimmering Gold with Platinum inscriptions kept in my Spatial ring.
The waitress, taken aback, meets my gaze with surprise etched across her face.
I felt a wretched impulse, I briefly entertained a notion, yet swiftly dismissed it, feeling a pang of pity for the waitress.
I don't want some mother to see her child die earlier than her and Daily wage workers deserve to be treated with more dignity.
I tip her a lot of money. Enough for her to pay a dowry to the groom, She doesn't look married with her demeanor and profound way of.....
*****
"Your Highness, you looked absolutely stunning and lovely," one of Augustine's servants expressed, trying to please her.
"Ah I'm certain Lord Ji must have been utterly captivated by your presence," another servant chimed in, aiming to flatter her further.
"Ah," This is all Augustine remarked as she tore both of the servant's clothes and beat them with a shaft.
"Forgive us Your Highness" "We sincerely apologize" "We sincerely apologize" "Please forgive us, Your Highness." Servants screamed bowing down.
"Look at my expression right now," She continued (Her pure beautiful expression no longer visible) "You think he was captivated by me?"
"Well at least he likes me," She says, not knowing she is living in a delusion."If he doesn't love me back, I'll have entire chivalry eradicated"
"I only need his blood, I could care less about his unsightly existence, His people once used to be our food," Augustine thought to herself.
"I should go back" Augustine suddenly remembered.
*****
Unlike us Upper human realm beings, these Vampires are incapable of cultivation and instead just have superpowers that are passed through their bloodline like transforming into bats, SuperGravity defiance, mind control, Soul manipulation, and Yeah I'll admit that they have Limitless potential of their Raw power of body unlike humans,..etc. They also have one unique ability.
What should I do?
I only love Hui and plan to not hurt her feelings.
Unlike my Love Hui, I don't need to worry about Augustine. I should meet Hui and propose to her after the completion of my travel to the lower realms.
My Hui is not even Yandere or whatever that bullshit term it was as the system remarked.
She was just pissed I didn't give her my first time, I cheated on her. She loves me and I betrayed her expectations.
'System what is Hui doing right now?'
What a wonderful Girl I have. She has the pressure of being Hier to Heavenly Martial Hall, alongside her commitment to being a fantastic wife-to-be for me. And would you believe it? She's also actively involved in charitable activities.