Chapter 136: Battlefield
Two days later, preparations for battle were in full swing. Warriors moved swiftly across the camp, arming themselves for the morning ahead.
Inside Quinn’s tent, Ray, Kay, and several high-ranking warriors were gathered, finalizing their strategy. Though the war was in an hour, they could not afford to trust the vampires, especially given their confidence.
Quinn had not fought at his full strength during his duel with the vampire king, yet the encounter had made one thing clear—the vampires were not to be underestimated. Their king alone was powerful enough to best both Ray and Kay, and there was something in his stance, in his movements, that hinted at a hidden skill.
"They are currently spying on our base. It seems they are planning something," Kay reported, prompting a tense exchange of glances.
"Send more scouts. I want to know exactly what they are up to," Quinn ordered. Without hesitation, Kay turned and left to carry out his command.
Once he was gone, Ray spoke. "What about Lady Belle? How do we stop her from fighting? You know she won’t allow herself to be locked away."
Quinn’s expression hardened. He had already considered this. Belle wanted to stand alongside them, to prove herself. He respected that, yet this was war, and the vampires were willing to do anything to secure their victory. Her powers, though awakening, were not yet strong enough to sustain her through the battle.
There was only one solution.
"Fetch the physician," he said at last.
Ray hesitated, but seeing the resolve in Quinn’s eyes, he nodded and stepped out of the tent.
A few minutes later, he returned with the physician.