Chapter 520: Wrath of Gale
A dozen scarlet-cloaked vampires emerged from around the manor’s wreckage and loosely encircled Grim, Kyriil, and the retinue of valley warriors.
Gale took a sword stance as did her cousins. “We are the Shield of Veres,” they said in unison. “Be it Monster or Man, here we stand, and we shall not falter.”
“The House of Gale…” muttered Grim in recognition.
“You know these vampires?” Kyriil asked with a raised eyebrow.
“I’ve heard of their exploits,” replied Grim. “They are the greatest sword masters in the Realm.”
“Is that all?” Kyriil shook his head. “They’ve clearly never met a sword master from the Ivory Glade.” He turned to Gale with a wide grin, “Don’t worry, as a man of honor, I take it easy on pretty women.”
“Willow,” Gale said coolly.
“Yes, Sister?” answered her cousin with a nod.
“Take our lord away from this rabble. Stellan, accompany her.”