The vampire heiress is two-faced

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When reading this sentence, one can almost feel the malice hidden beneath the arrogant surface of the author's handwriting.

"Heh, in human terms... it's probably what's called 'corruption'?"

"But what's wrong with it?"

"Although I, the Prince, have a strong desire to turn all of humanity into vampires and extend the rule of the vampire queen to this world—wouldn't that be too villainous? I'd be killed by some unknown hero, and I'm well aware of that. Besides, my little Hilly has no interest in ruling the world."

“Not all vampires can accept their new identity, so the profession of mediator came into being. And my Xiao Li is a ‘client’ who needs mediation.”

"That's all I have to say. Now, it's up to you to do your best, my little darling."

Chapter 79 So-called Dark Corruption

Ultimately, all vampires originated from the personal embrace of the vampire queen.

The vampires who first received the Queen's embrace all possessed a power rooted in their bloodline, manifesting as various supernatural abilities known as "blood power."

However, over the long years, the original vampires died for various reasons, and the Queen's blood has long been diluted and no longer exists in the vampire clan.

Today, the so-called "blood energy" is no longer an ability that all vampires possess. Only those old monsters who have lived with the Queen for thousands of years still retain those incomprehensible supernatural powers.

However, a peculiar "atavism" phenomenon occasionally occurs in vampires—

Due to various factors that remain unexplained to this day, some newly born vampires also acquire blood energy. It is like an extremely rare "genetic mutation," and even among the already rare vampire race, it is considered one in a million.

Ultimately, the source of these powers lies in the so-called "gods" of another world, the invisible will that calls itself the "Lord of Darkness."

It attempted to invade this world several times, most recently triggering the bloodthirsty plague that changed the course of human history five years ago. It manipulated people and controlled the apostles, coming within a hair's breadth of success. But in the end, it was completely driven out of this world by the vampire queen at the cost of severe injuries.

Since the source of the vampires' power is "dark energy" that resembles a black mist, it's easy to wonder: what is the relationship between Her Majesty the Queen, the source of the vampires, and the "dark deity" of another world?

However, no vampire dared to speculate on the relationship between the vampire queen and the Lord of Darkness.

Because if this matter were mentioned in front of the Queen, her murderous intent would be enough to frighten any vampire into bed for months.

According to the records of the vampire clan, the supreme vampire queen is not subject to anyone's control, and this is indeed the case.

Although this dark power that fears the light is the source of the vampires' power, the vampires have not been possessed by these terrible black mists and controlled by them, losing their sense of self, as the Dark Lord did to his servants.

Darkness is deeply rooted in their blood; this is the essence of "vampire blood." They completely transform the bodies they receive the Embrace into monsters no longer suited to the light.

Occasionally, it transforms into "blood energy," which can be freely used by the body's owner. Aside from that, ordinary vampires cannot even control it; it merely exists as a "source" within their bodies. Vampires only know that it will be completely destroyed upon exposure to light, which is the fundamental reason why vampires fear holy light and are reduced to ashes upon being exposed to sunlight.

However, it is not without its psychological impact...

Those who fall into darkness gradually develop extreme thoughts. Under the erosion of dark forces, they lose their human thought patterns and, before long, their bodies and minds become vampires, no longer able to think in a human way.

Even the spirit of the Holy Grail, when corrupted by darkness, can transform into this incomprehensible and evil form.

Let alone an ordinary human girl?

...

...

"So Miss Ye Liuli's situation is quite common."

Ludwig pondered her information.

"Even if her mindset is transformed after becoming a vampire, she will not be able to sever her ties with the social network she had when she was human. Her former relatives and friends will avoid her like the plague because she has become a vampire, and even her parents will definitely kick her out of the house and turn against her."

"She dared not go back to see her family and became self-destructive. She used the superior physical abilities of vampires to undergo grueling training and became the captain of 'Blood Shadow,' during which time she did not contact any relatives or friends."

To avoid worrying her parents, she only contacted them by phone for the past three years. But one day, the truth about her becoming a vampire will be revealed.

Ludwig nodded.

"What troubles her is this impossible choice. If she chooses her best friend and the vampires, she cannot choose the other side."

"Although I have always advocated for separating myself from my human identity, she... has very good interpersonal relationships, and is quite a rare good girl."

After a moment's thought, the silver-haired girl had an idea.

"Also, her status underwent a major change, but a certain princess seemed completely unconcerned, saying that 'the past is no longer important.'"

"The one who tied the knot must untie it. It seems that without the Princess's help, this mediation will be difficult to handle."

...

In the throne room, the blonde girl was light and languid.

Lazy eyebrows.

"Oh? Do you need me, a prince, to accompany you home?"

Ludwig put her hands on her hips: "It's about accompanying her, not us. Without you, this commission can't be completed."

Seeing the troubled look on her face, Ludwig immediately pressed, "You wouldn't... be afraid to go home, would you?"

The princess covered her face and smiled: "Hehe, no. It's just that if I want to go home with Xiao Li, I have to let her 'turn back'."

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...

Ye Liuli leaned against the wall, idly playing with the dagger in her hand.

This is a relic of an old friend, who once used this dagger to tear apart the flesh of countless demons.

Now, it has fallen into her hands, now a demon. Thinking about it, it's truly ironic.

However, most of the missions she undertakes involve dealing with monsters whose stance differs from that of the vampires, so the original owner of this dagger probably wouldn't have minded.

At Lingxi's invitation, she left the royal court for quite some time to serve as Siriote's guard, dealing with some things she now doesn't want to think about.

Then, because the group had designs on her family, she asked Lingxi to let her serve as the manager of the vampire dark zone in Bailing City, secretly monitoring the movements of all parties in Bailing City.

A series of trivial matters made her increasingly irritable and impatient, causing others in the vampire court to keep their distance from her, the head of a mysterious intelligence organization.

"Hmph, that suits me just the way it is. It saves me from being like her, bound by complicated vampire etiquette for the sake of social interaction..."

She brushed a strand of dark hair behind her ear.

Xiaoqi told me to wait for her in front of her dorm room, but she hasn't arrived yet...

...

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Xiao Li!"

Lingxi appeared out of nowhere and rubbed against her cheek.

"Come on, let's go inside."

She waved behind her.

"You come in too. Little cutie and little maid."

Ye Liuli sensed something was wrong: "W-what's wrong? Don't be silly, Xiaoqi!"

bang.

As she gently locked the door from the inside, Lingxi gave her a sly smile.

“We’re heading home right away to see my family. You’ve been in Bailing City all this time, but you haven’t visited my parents yet, have you?”

Ye Liuli said, "Going to see my uncle and aunt? Should I come along too? There's no need to call me..."

The blonde girl said coquettishly, "That won't do. Xiao Li has been taken care of by them since she was little. I'll be unhappy if you don't come with me."

Ye Liuli sighed, "I understand the logic, so why are these two people here too?"

Lingxi then looked at the two puzzled girls beside her and smiled.

"They've come to mediate the vampires' difficulties."

"Mediation? Who? Me?"

Ye Liuli's face instantly showed dissatisfaction.

"I don't need any mediation, Xiaoqi is just being ridiculous!"

Lingxi's eyes suddenly lit up slightly.

"No, you need it very much, my little Li."

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...

Ye Liuli understood. Sure enough, Lingxi would eventually force her to face reality.

"As expected, I still need to be with Mom and Dad..."

She looked up.

"So, what do I need to do to cooperate with the 'mediation'?"

Lingxi gently rubbed her face: "Hehe, Xiaoli is so obedient. How about we go back to how we were before? My family doesn't recognize you now."

A cryptic smile flickered in her eyes.

"If even Xiao Li isn't the same as before, they might start to suspect me."

"Uh, it's nothing. Let's just change back first, shall we?"

...

“Alright then,” Ye Liuli replied.

Ludwig asked, puzzled, "Wait a minute, what do you mean by 'the original state'?"

Lingxi wagged her finger: "Good question. See for yourself."

As Ye Liu spoke,

Li's appearance began to change.

Her eyes opened and closed, and they turned from bright red to pitch black, while her ears and skin regained their human appearance!

"Next, please tune in for Lingxi's secret reveal!"

Lingxi gently hugged Ye Liuli from behind, then peeked out from beside her shoulder and winked at Ludwig and Ruokeke.

"Her miraculous blood energy is called—[Twin Blood Shadows]."

Chapter 80 Are all high-ranking vampires like this?

At this moment, Ye Liuli blinked her dark eyes, her expression showing a hint of dissatisfaction and timidity.

"Hmph, Xiaoxi, are you satisfied with this now?"

Her words lacked their previous confidence, and the assertiveness she always displayed in trying to seize control of the conversation was gone.

She looks exactly like a well-behaved girl next door!

“Xiao Li is cuter now.” Ling Xi kept pinching her cheeks.

Ye Liuli pushed her away: "Alright! Do you still want to dress up like before?"

"Yes. I've prepared a lot of clothes for you. Wear these. Trust my taste."

Lingxi smiled and pushed her into the changing room, then finally looked at the two bewildered people standing to the side.

"Yes, this is what she really looks like."

"Then what was that fierce look you had before?!"

Lingxi sat to the side and shook her finger.

“She wanted to stop being timid and fearful, but how could a good girl ‘go bad’? Even the influence of darkness couldn’t make her as ‘bad’ as me.”

"She was such an angelic girl. She comforted my heart, which was almost sinking into darkness, during my most painful time. Hehe, although in the end I did disappoint her."

"After being embraced as a vampire, her obedient nature couldn't keep up with our pace. Thus, her blood energy—[Twin Blood Shadows]—was born under her strong desire."

"Simply put, this blood granted her another personality—a strong and domineering [Dark Personality]. Although they are different personalities, their memories and thoughts are completely shared, so there won't be any conflict over the body..."

"Correspondingly, in order to maintain her original gentleness, the Twin Blood Shadows devoted a great deal of power to preserving her original appearance and gentle personality. After all, it is very difficult for vampires to disguise themselves as humans."

"Therefore, when the Twin Blood Shadows no longer need to maintain her gentle personality, she will reveal her true vampire form, and her personality will become strong and irritable under the influence of darkness."

"In this state, her combat power and thinking ability will be greatly enhanced, and her temper will become worse and worse with the increase. So when her temper occasionally improves, it may just be to save some energy. Her 'true self' is rarely shown. You've had a good look at her today."

"Hehe, however, her entering that [Dark Personality] state is only a prerequisite for her to unleash her true power. The true terror of [Twin Blood Shadows]... even I cannot underestimate it. But this is the secret trump card of the 'Blood Shadow' captain, and even the great princess of the vampire clan cannot know it."

Ludwig waved her hand: "Wait, what if she finds out what I overheard? Won't she kill me? Spreading a girl's secrets everywhere..."

Lingxi said, "I said it, she won't mind."