Michele_Bazzani

My name is Ren Volkom, and I’m… a vampire! Or at least that’s what I thought until the night that completely upended my life. The truth? It’s even more shocking. A unique crystal, embedded in my heart since birth, grants me incredible power and extraordinary strength—but at a steep cost.

I’m not the only one born with this crystal. Others share this trait, and the secret services call us ‘Crystalbringers’—they’re certainly not brimming with creativity, are they?

But life as a Crystalbringer is no fairy tale. Ruthless criminal organizations and global military forces are desperate to claim our power—and they’ll stop at nothing to get it.

Overnight, I’m plunged into a world of brutal survival and, honestly, some wildly steamy situations—maybe too many? There’s also room for deeper, more introspective moments and the usual struggles of being a teenager—like getting rejected by your crush, which, let’s face it, stings more than a near-death experience.

Crystalbringer

Area 51. Underground Laboratory.

Dr. Arthur Volkom. Gin LeBlanche: Authorized Access.

A heavy, airtight metal door creaks as it rises, unveiling a research laboratory sprawling like an entire city block. Scientists in white coats rush about, deeply immersed in their tasks.

«I can't wait. Show me the results of Project D1,» says Gin, his tone as lifeless as a flatline on a heart monitor.

«I can tell. Your enthusiasm is almost overwhelming,» replies Dr. Volkom, his sarcasm so blatant it's almost comedic. «Subject 1.D1 is waiting for us. He's a bit… gruff. Let's not keep him waiting.»

«Ah, fantastic. You two will get along great, then…» Gin remarks with a faint smirk, subtly alluding to Volkom's chronic tardiness, a trademark of the doctor.

10 - The U.S. Army's secret project