Bab 185: Eradicate All Hostiles

Wren gasped softly; even Lazuli stopped moving from what she heard. The madam then frowned at Nathan. "He's the candidate you're eyeing to replace Serena? We don't even know if the Cat's remnant vampiric essence will be compatible with a real cat."

"Relax. We don't have to push it in one go." Nathan chuckled as he ushered them to follow him. "Even if he fails, the grand prince won't care. It's more important to have someone to present to her. The queen of the night asked for a complete lineup for the Orpheus, didn't she? You won't pass up the opportunity to be considered for the position, will you, Gephardt?"

"…if I become one of the Orpheus, I will eat you."

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