Vampires

I smiled to myself after picking the book. It was the exact one I was searching for. Taking a deep breath, I struggled to stand.

The moon outside was shining, casting a beautiful glow in the night, and the crickets chirped their song. But as the night went on, the sounds of the woods became more menacing, almost as if the trees were closing in.

I shivered knowing that I would have to pass through the woods.

Rummaging through my backpack, I removed the small bottle Valeria gave me a few days ago and drank the contents.

She Said that the portion could restore someone's energy, albeit momentarily.

Securing the book inside my backpack, I left the room and headed downstairs.

Standing at the huge hall, my eyes drifted to the picture of the lady who had a resemblance to me.

I took one last glance before walking away.

Thaddeus was waiting for me a few meters away from the entrance of the castle.

I walked to him, expressing my intention of leaving the castle.

" Does your highness not plan on