In Clair's domain, she sat upon her throne beside the possessed Dracula, with a visibly prominent pregnancy. With a calculating gaze, she issued orders to Veronica, who stood before her, to spread the word among their minions to crush the resistance. Clair was convinced that the guardian's heirs and Stella were behind the rebellion. Veronica acknowledged the command with a subtle bow, a sign of respect, before departing to execute the next phase of their plan.