"Ow!" Kaito winced, pressing his hand to his chest with a comically exaggerated grimace. But his expression quickly turned mischievous as he sneered at the vampire prince. "Watch your language, Lord Atlan. Remember, you're on my most-wanted list!"
Atlan's eyes widened, and he lost his appetite. He stood up, avoiding eye contact, and stepped away from the chair without a word.
Kaito's tone and face suddenly turned serious. "You know who the demigod is, don't you?"
Atlan froze, his jaw clenched in frustration. "I should have known better. You're always lurking in the shadows, watching my every move."
Kaito let out a dismissive tsk, rolling his eyes. "You have no idea how fiercely Ares guards you. I've become your unofficial protector, whether you like it or not. Quite ironic, isn't it?"
