As Vlad walked into the throne room, the air grew thick with tension. His predatory movements were deliberate and slow as if he was savoring the fear that he was instilling in everyone present. His eyes scanned the room, taking in every detail and sizing up each person he laid eyes on.
King Roderick's face paled as he saw Vlad and his men entering the room.
Roderick tried to steady himself and hide his fear, but his hands shook slightly as he gripped his robe.
At first, Roderick wore an annoyed expression as he prepared to give an order. But as soon as he saw Vlad enter the room, his annoyance was quickly replaced with a hypocritical look of surprise and happiness. He rose from his throne and moved closer to Vlad, trying to appear as though he was delighted to see him.
