Chapter 32: Feast of the Queen
[System: Soul Absorption Protocol]
[Target: 847 Lord-class souls]
[Crimson Core Status: Hunger intensifying]
[Selena’s Power Level: Ascending]
[Absorption Rate: 23 souls per minute]
[Side Effects: Vampiric evolution accelerating]
Selena stood in the center of a battlefield that had been transformed into necromancy, with the Crimson Crown radiating energy that made the air around her vibrate with frightening intensity. Every corpse scattered on the ground began to emit wisps of soul essence that flowed like a river of light toward the vampiric core beating in her chest.
"My King," her voice trembled with a hunger that transcended mortal desire, "these souls... they have a different quality from ordinary soldiers."
Lucas observed with interest bordering on scientific fascination. The unknown observer who had just revealed himself still stood at a distance, seemingly waiting for the right moment to intervene, but Lucas was more interested in Selena’s transformation.
"Lord-class souls," he murmured in a tone that carried notes of cosmic appreciation, "contain concentrated power accumulated over years of conquest. Naturally, they will provide significant enhancement."
[Soul Absorption: Accelerating]
[Crimson Core: Expanding capacity]