"Milord, I apologize," Selina said as she observed him drinking straight from the bottle. She turned to the kitchen to retrieve a wine glass, but Xavier's voice stopped her before she could take more than a few steps.
"No need to trouble yourself, Selina!" Xavier's voice rang out, halting her in her tracks. She resumed her place, standing and waiting for his further instructions.
After consuming two bottles of beast blood in a short time, Xavier's eyes gradually returned to their normal golden color, and the trace of crimson faded. His face also returned to its usual state, no longer dark but slightly pale and radiant.
Xavier placed the last empty bottle on the table as he glanced at Selina, who stood near the door.
"Can you maintain control over all the beasts?" he asked.
"Yes, Milord. I can control them all; they remain obedient even in this harsh winter..." Selina explained.
