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    ---- Chapter 2992 The castle''s tightly shut doors suddenly swung open. Franz shouted, "It''s Nyx! Let''s move in!" As they entered Wicked Moon Hold, a sea of blood-red eyes locked onto their battle vehicle. Andrew stepped out and looked up, seeing the grand staircase leading to Soren''s royal chambers. The surrounding area was inhabited by his servants, creatures that were not exactly vampires, but mutated monsters transformed by vampire bites. Without exception, they were all bloodthirsty. Aseries of whistling sounds erupted, and several vampire servants lunged at Andrew.


    They were humanoid in shape, but with grotesque, emaciated faces, and limbs capable of crawling across floors and walls, sporting razor-sharp fangs. For Andrew, these low-level threats were child''s y. Instead of using Godyer, he simply raised his hands and struck. Three vampire servants were instantly killed, bursting into mes with each palm strike. Franz eximed in shock, "Is that a Holtrien martial technique?" Andrew nodded. "Yes." ---- Franz nodded approvingly. "Fire is indeed an excellent counter to vampire servants.


    Andrew, this is your first mission with Dragonfang, so stay close to me." Petra and Juno had already charged to the castle''s highest point, racing toward Soren''s royal chambers. Petra''s battle hammer was brutal and powerful, crushing through opponents like a demolition machine. Meanwhile, Juno followed closely, her curved de eliminating any vampire servants Petra might have missed Andrewmented, "Their coordination is impressive." Franzughed. "They''re the best front-linebat team under Reginald. They can hold their ground even against martial god- level warriors.


    Let''s move in!" Andrew nced up at the gloomy sky. Low, oppressive clouds hung overhead, making breathing feel ufortable. However, there was still some light. It was a strategic choice, as fighting vampires at night, especially during a full moon, would be a nightmare Daytime was the wisest option, even if today''s weather was far from ideal Servants'' corpses littered their path. ---- Andrew walked across beautiful marble floors, surrounded by ornate decorations. Wicked Moon Hold was incredibly luxurious.


    As a duke-level vampire, Soren had likely lived for at least 300 years, collecting treasures, jewels, and rare artifacts to satisfy his extravagant lifestyle. A roar from Petra echoed through the deep chamber. Franz''s expression darkened. "I need to help them. Andrew, stay with Knox." Andrew replied, "Let mee with you." Franz shook his head: "No. This mission is primarily for you to observe and learn." Andrew felt frustrated, wanting to share his previous experience with vampire hunting. In the Dark ns, vampires were essentially the dominant race.


    After all, Iron Cavalry had once encountered a powerful vampire named Constantine Dracul. Hence, he considered himself a master at fighting vampires. Nheless, since Franz had given a direct order and this was Andrew''s first official mission, he chose to follow instructions. Knox walked beside Andrew, looking utterly bored. "Don''t worry. With Nyx around, nothing''s going to be a problem." Andrew could not help but ask, "You trust her that much?" ---- Knox looked puzzled. "Why wouldn''t I? Do you know how terrifying Nyx is? If Mr.


    Lloyd Senior hadn''t given specific orders, she could probably take down Soren single-handedly." Andrew warned, "Don''t be careless. Vampire dukes always have hidden abilities. Especially these disgusting creatures after transformation. They''re not easy to handle." Knox yawned. "You''re too cautious. I''m done talking to you Wow! Soren''s pce is ridiculously fancy. I''m going to walk around." Andrew ignored him and started exploring the massive ce on his own.