First Quarter

Chapter Eighty-Three: Speculations

“Did the king of the vampires order them?”

“Why would he use them now?”

“To… Look for the Goddess’ Blessed?”

“That’s absorbed! It’s been 18 years, and they only used nobles to look for her!”

“I know, but—”

“I apologize for interrupting.” At once, all eyes turned to Leofric.

Leofric, not intimidated by their stares, stepped forward. “However, I seem to forget to mention one odd thing while in search.”

“Odd thing?” Alpha Ragnarr’s eyes sparked in interest. “Do tell.”

Leofric looked at Trevon, who bowed his head to him and went out. Not long after, he came back, carrying a wooden box.

The elders,...