In a hidden room, a silver-haired young man slept peacefully, his face occasionally frowning in pain. Beside him, two cocoons floated in the air, radiating strong energy.
Suddenly, the young man snapped his red eyes open, taking a deep breath. "It was a dream," he murmured, letting out a sigh of relief as he surveyed his surroundings to confirm he was still in the same place.
But was it truly a dream? Everything had felt real—his disdain, sadness, and anger. The bubbling emotions still lingered within him, undeniable and vivid.
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**System Notification:**
[Host has gained the skill "Blood Manipulation."]
[Host has gained the skill "Vampiric Transformation."]
[Host has gained the skill "Blood Plunder."]
The system's voice pulled Draco from his thoughts as he read the updates.
"Why do I have this?" he muttered in confusion, deep in thought.