Mission twenty six: no escape!

Kiss of the vampire

The Girl with the Sharp sword

Mission twenty six: no escape!

As we entered the hall, the atmosphere was charged with excitement. The king had finished his speech, and the crowd was buzzing with energy. I spotted Clark among the throng, his eyes gleaming with fervor as he spoke animatedly with a group of vampires.

"Let's find a spot near the front," I whispered to Rebecca, gesturing toward a less crowded area where we could hear better. We maneuvered through the crowd, careful to avoid drawing attention to ourselves.

Once we settled into a position where we could hear the discussions, I leaned closer to Rebecca. "We need to listen for any mention of the artifacts or the ritual. If we can find out where they're keeping Ghelle and the others, we might be able to rescue them."

Just then, a tall vampire with a commanding presence stepped forward, raising his goblet to silence the crowd. "My fellow vampires, we must prepare for the campaign against the humans. But first, we must secure the artifacts that will grant us the power to summon our Creator. The locations are known only to a select few, and we must ensure they are kept safe. So we will assign some of you with some of our own family members to go to the said locations and gather the artifacts. If you succeed, we will let you join the family with your choice." As she said, my mind raced because we might need to join that search team. And this is bad. We need to change plan.)

I exchanged a worried glance with Rebecca, the weight of the situation pressing down on us. The vampire's words echoed in my mind: the locations of the artifacts were crucial, and if we could get on that search team, it might give us the opportunity we needed to gather information and potentially rescue Ghelle and her friends.

"We need to act fast," I whispered to Rebecca. "If we can get on that team, we can learn where the artifacts are hidden and find a way to turn the tables on them."

Rebecca nodded, her expression resolute. "But how do we convince them to let us join? We need to stand out without drawing too much attention."

As the crowd began to disperse, I noticed a group of vampires gathering near the front, discussing the upcoming search for the artifacts. They seemed to be strategizing, and I could hear snippets of their conversation.

"We need to split into teams," one of them said, his voice low but urgent. "The sooner we secure the artifacts, the better. The king wants them in his possession before the humans can interfere."

"Agreed," another vampire replied. "But we need to ensure that we have the strongest among us. We can't afford to lose any more of our kind to those wretched humans."

I turned to Rebecca, my heart racing. "This is our chance. We need to approach them and offer our assistance. If we can convince them that we're capable, they might let us join the search."

Rebecca hesitated for a moment, her brow furrowed in thought. "What if they see through our ruse? We have to be careful."

I took a deep breath, steeling myself. "We can do this. We just need to act confident and play the part of eager recruits. Let's go."

"Excuse us," I said, my voice steady. "We couldn't help but overhear your discussion about the artifacts. We want to help. We're eager to prove ourselves and join the search."

The vampires exchanged glances, their expressions skeptical. One of them, a tall figure with piercing blue eyes, stepped forward. "And why should we trust you? You're just newcomers. What do you bring to the table?"

I glanced at Rebecca, who nodded slightly, encouraging me to take the lead. "We may be new, but we're strong and resourceful. We've trained in combat and have experience dealing with humans. We can be valuable assets to your team." And Clark chime in.

"Sir, I know these two. They were my friends; they're the ones I tell you about," he said. And the tall vampire rises a brow named Lucas. "Oh, you said she is one person, but these boys are twins,he replied.

Yes, we are twins," I said, trying to keep my voice steady despite the tension in the air. "We can work together seamlessly, and our skills complement each other. We can help you secure the artifacts before the humans even know what hit them."

Lucas studied us for a moment, his expression inscrutable. "And what skills do you possess that would make you valuable in this endeavor?" he asked, crossing his arms over his chest.

I took a deep breath, trying to recall the training we had undergone. "We are proficient in combat, both hand-to-hand and with weapons. We can move quickly and quietly, making us ideal for reconnaissance missions. Plus, we have experience with stealth tactics, which will be crucial in avoiding human patrols."

Rebecca chimed in, "We also have knowledge of human technology and tactics. We can anticipate their moves and counter them effectively."

Lucas exchanged glances with the other vampires, and I could see their skepticism beginning to fade. "Very well," he said finally. "If you truly believe you can contribute, then we will give you a chance. But know this: if you fail, it will not only be your lives on the line but also the lives of those you seek to protect."

I nodded, feeling a mix of relief and anxiety. "We understand. We won't let you down."

"Good," Lucas replied, his tone firm. "We will be assembling teams shortly. Stay close, and we will inform you of your assignments."

As Lucas turned to rejoin the group, I felt a surge of adrenaline. We had done it; we were in. But now we had to be careful and gather as much information as possible while maintaining our cover.

I turned to Rebecca, my heart racing. "We need to keep our ears open and find out where the artifacts are located. This is our chance to learn everything we can."

Rebecca nodded, her expression determined. "Let's stick together and stay alert. We can't afford to slip up now."

As we mingled with the other vampires, I felt a sense of urgency. We had to find a way to rescue Ghelle and her friends, and now we had the opportunity to gather crucial information about the artifacts and the king's plans.

The atmosphere in the hall was charged with anticipation as the vampires began to form groups, discussing strategies and potential locations for the artifacts. I caught snippets of conversations, trying to piece together the puzzle. And as we convey with Clark and his friends and the rest of our group. Our team leader Lucas announced that we're leaving in two hours. So we need to pack our things.

Meanwhile

"Fuck, where am I?" As Deyviel finally opens his eyes and sits himself on the bed, a nurse approaches him and checks on him while the other one runs outside and calls the head doctor. And moments later the doctor entered the room as Ethan and the others came in.

"Man, you make us worried so bad. We thought we'd lose you too." As he said, Deyviel Ayes narrowed.

"What do you mean lose too?" Did someone go missing? "Ethan and the others exchanged glances and spoke.

"Yeah. Hey, have Ghelle and her friends and potentially Rebecca and Rachel too," Ethan replied in a serious tone.

Deyviel's heart sank at the mention of Ghelle and the others. "What do you mean? They were with you when the explosion happened. Where are they?" His voice was laced with urgency, and he struggled to rise from the bed, but the nurse gently pushed him back down.

"Easy there, Deyviel," the nurse said, her voice soothing yet firm. "You need to rest. You were injured in the blast, and we need to make sure you're stable before you go rushing off."

Deyviel shook his head, frustration bubbling within him. "I can't just sit here! We need to find them. If the vampires have taken them, we don't have much time."

The doctor, a tall man with graying hair and a serious demeanor, stepped forward. "We're doing everything we can to locate Ghelle and the others. But you need to focus on your recovery. You were unconscious for several hours, and your body needs time to heal."

Denver crossed his arms, his expression grim. "Don't worry, we already have. As we speak, they have been searching for them for over a week now."

Deyviel's heart raced at the thought of Ghelle and the others in danger. "For two weeks? How could we let this happen? I've been asleep for two weeks ?! Damn it," Deyviel angrily said while clenching his fist.

"Don't worry, kid. The other captains are searching for them. After you get discharged here, we'll join the search. Look at us, we're still a bit injured, so we need to be patient here, Keith (Deyviel).

Deyviel took a deep breath, trying to rein in his frustration. The thought of Ghelle and the others in the hands of vampires sent a wave of anger coursing through him. He could feel the weight of responsibility pressing down on his shoulders. "I can't just sit here and wait. We need to act now."

Ethan stepped forward, his expression serious. "We understand how you feel, Deyviel. But rushing into a situation without a plan could put you and the rest of us in danger. We need to gather intel and come up with a strategy."

Deyviel nodded, knowing Ethan was right, but the urgency of the situation gnawed at him. "What do we know so far? Any leads on where they might be?"

The doctor cleared his throat, drawing everyone's attention. "We have received reports of increased vampire activity in the outskirts of the city, particularly around the old castle ruins. It's possible that they have established a stronghold there."

Deyviel nodded, knowing Ethan was right, but the urgency of the situation gnawed at him. "What do we know so far? Any leads on where they might be?"

"As of now we had nothing," Mizuno chime in.

"As we speak now, the two squads are engaging in a battle with an elder. They were tasked with finding the artifact; they found a shrine there, so we have to wait after they beat that elder vampire. And because we're all injured after that last mission, we can't join them. The generals ask us to sit this one out and rest." Alicia added.

Deyviel clenched his fists, frustration boiling within him. "We can't just sit here and wait for someone else to save them! Ghelle and the others are in danger, and every second counts."

Ethan placed a hand on Deyviel's shoulder, trying to calm him. "I get it, man. We all want to help. But we need to be smart about this. If we rush in without a plan, we could end up in worse trouble."

The doctor nodded, his expression serious. "I can arrange for you to have access to the command center; well, one of my causes is stationed there, so I can ask him so you can monitor the situation and coordinate with the search teams. But you need to promise me that you won't overexert yourself."

Deyviel nodded, determination etched on his face. "I promise. But I need to be involved. I can't just sit back and do nothing."

The doctor sighed, clearly understanding Deyviel's urgency but also aware of the risks involved. "Alright, I'll make the arrangements. But you need to be cautious. Your health is paramount, and we can't afford to lose you too."

As the doctor stepped out to make the necessary calls, Deyviel turned to his friends, his resolve hardening. "We need to gather as much information as we can. If the vampires are planning something big, we need to be ready to counter it."

Ethan nodded, his expression serious. "We should start by reviewing any intel we have on vampire movements. If they're gathering artifacts, we need to know what they're after and where they might be hiding."

Mizuno chimed in, "I can access the database from the command center. I'll pull up any recent reports on vampire sightings and any known hideouts. We might find a lead on where they're keeping Ghelle and the others."

"Good idea," Deyviel replied, feeling a flicker of hope. "And we should also reach out to any allies we have. If the vampires are planning a war, we need to rally our forces."

Alicia crossed her arms, her brow furrowed in thought. "We should also consider the possibility that they might be using Ghelle and the others as leverage. If they know we're searching for them, they might try to use them to manipulate us."

Deyviel clenched his fists, anger bubbling beneath the surface. "We can't let that happen. We need to act quickly and decisively. We can't afford to lose anyone else."

Just then, the doctor returned, a serious expression on his face. "I've arranged for you to access the command center. You'll be able to monitor the situation and coordinate with the search teams. But remember, you need to take it easy."

Deyviel nodded, grateful for the opportunity. "Thank you, Doctor. I promise I'll be careful."

As they made their way to the command center, Deyviel felt a sense of urgency wash over him. Time was of the essence, and he couldn't shake the feeling that Ghelle and the others were in grave danger. They needed to find them before it was too late.

Once inside the command center, Deyviel was struck by the flurry of activity. Monitors displayed maps, reports, and live feeds from various locations. He could see the tension in the air as the team worked tirelessly to gather information. When all of a sudden Ethan ,Mizuno and doctor chen entered the command room and said,.

"Deyviel lift your but we're heading out for a walk" Ethan said.

To be continued....

Authors note:

Character bio

Names:Rebecca and Rachel Cruz

Age : 29

Height: 5.

Eyes: brown

Blood type: a.b

Occupation: hunters

Rank: A

Weapons: Rebecca spear Rachel crossbow

Awaken: yes

Ability: ki manipulation 

Skill Rebecca ( physic ) Rachel ( hardening)

Status:alive

Location: Great forest, kingdom of vampire.