I'm The Devil - Chapter 188

Chapter 188: The Birth Of The Seven

Cain stood atop the highest peak of the mountains, overlooking the vast wilderness that stretched out beneath him. The moon hung high in the night sky, casting an eerie glow over the landscape. This was the place where he had chosen to forge his legacy, to create beings that would carry on his dark gift for eternity.

Cain had selected each of them carefully, seeking out those with unique qualities and strengths that would make them formidable allies and deadly adversaries. As the first immortal vampire, Cain had the power to bestow his dark gift upon others, creating a new breed of vampires who would share his abilities and his curse. But they would also be marked by his eyes—those piercing, crimson orbs that gleamed with an unholy light. Each of his progeny would bear this mark, a testament to their connection to the first vampire.

One by one, he had found them, offering them the promise of eternal life, of power beyond their wildest dreams. And one by one, they had accepted, drawn by the allure of immortality and the power that came with it. Now, they stood before him, awaiting the transformation that would change their lives forever.

Cain stood before his chosen six, his eyes blazing with the unholy light that marked him as the first vampire. He could feel the power coursing through his veins, a dark and insidious force that he would now pass on to them. Each of them had proven themselves worthy, and now they would join him in immortality.

“Are you ready to accept this gift?” Cain asked, his voice echoing through the night.

One by one, they nodded, their expressions a mix of anticipation and fear. They knew that this was a moment of no return, that once they accepted his gift, their lives would be changed forever.

Cain began with Alaric, placing his hand on the warrior’s forehead. He could feel the power within him surging, a dark tide that threatened to consume him. With a deep breath, he let the power flow, channeling it into Alaric. The warrior’s body convulsed as the transformation took hold, his muscles bulging and his eyes blazing with crimson light.

Next was Isolde, her eyes wide with a mixture of fear and excitement. Cain placed his hand on her forehead, letting the power flow into her. She gasped as the transformation took hold, her body trembling as the dark gift infused her. Her eyes glowed with the same unholy light, a testament to her new power.

Lysandra was next, her expression serene despite the fear that lurked beneath the surface. Cain placed his hand on her forehead, letting the power flow into her. She closed her eyes as the transformation took hold, her body shivering as the dark gift infused her. Her eyes blazed with the same crimson light, a sign of her new abilities.

Dorian stood next, his expression one of steely determination. Cain placed his hand on the thief’s forehead, letting the power flow into him. Dorian gritted his teeth as the transformation took hold, his body tensing as the dark gift infused him. His eyes glowed with the same unholy light, marking him as one of the first vampires.

Thalia was next, her expression one of calm acceptance. Cain placed his hand on her forehead, letting the power flow into her. She sighed as the transformation took hold, her body relaxing as the dark gift infused her. Her eyes blazed with the same crimson light, a sign of her new abilities.

Finally, there was Balthazar, his expression one of anticipation. Cain placed his hand on the sorcerer’s forehead, letting the power flow into him. Balthazar closed his eyes as the transformation took hold, his body shivering as the dark gift infused him. His eyes glowed with the same unholy light, marking him as one of the first vampires.

The transformation complete, Cain stepped back, his gaze sweeping over the six figures before him. They had changed, their bodies now infused with the dark power that marked them as his progeny. Each of them bore his eyes, the same crimson orbs that gleamed with an unholy light.

“You are now my children,” Cain said, his voice echoing through the night. “You bear my mark, and with it, my power. Use it wisely, for you are no longer human. You are creatures of the night, beings of darkness and shadow. Embrace your new selves, and together, we shall forge a new legacy.”

Alaric – The Warrior

Alaric was a soldier, a man of unmatched strength and skill in battle. He had served in countless wars, his body a testament to the violence he had endured and inflicted. With a towering frame and muscles carved from years of combat, Alaric was the embodiment of raw power. His eyes, once a dull gray, now glowed with the same crimson light as Cain’s, a symbol of his transformation.

Cain had chosen Alaric for his ability to command and inspire fear. With his new vampiric strength, Alaric became a force of nature on the battlefield, capable of tearing through enemies with ease. His special ability was *Berserk Rage*, a state of heightened strength and speed that made him nearly unstoppable in combat. In this state, Alaric’s senses were sharpened, his reflexes lightning-fast, and his strength doubled. However, it came at a cost—once triggered, he could not control his rage until every threat was annihilated.

Isolde – The Seductress

Isolde was a courtesan, a woman of unmatched beauty and charm. Her allure was legendary, capable of ensnaring the hearts and minds of men with just a glance. With flowing raven hair and eyes that could pierce through the soul, Isolde was a master of manipulation. Now, those eyes burned with the same crimson fire as Cain’s, a beacon of her newfound power.

Cain had chosen Isolde for her ability to control and deceive. Her special ability was *Glamour*, an enchantment that allowed her to bend the will of others to her own. With a touch or a whisper, Isolde could make others see and believe whatever she desired. This power made her an invaluable asset in the shadows, capable of infiltrating the highest ranks of society and turning enemies into unwitting allies.

Lysandra – The Seer

Lysandra was a mystic, a woman gifted with the sight of the future. Her visions were often cryptic, but they had guided many to safety and victory. With a delicate frame and eyes that seemed to see beyond the physical realm, Lysandra possessed an otherworldly aura. Now, her eyes blazed with the crimson light of Cain’s, a testament to her transformation.

Cain had chosen Lysandra for her prophetic abilities. Her special ability was *Precognition*, the power to see events before they happened. This gift allowed her to predict and counteract threats, making her an invaluable strategist. However, the visions came at a price—each glimpse into the future drained her, leaving her physically weakened and vulnerable.

Dorian – The Shadow

Dorian was a thief, a master of stealth and subterfuge. His skills in moving unseen and unheard were unparalleled, making him a ghost in the night. With a lean, agile frame and eyes that missed nothing, Dorian was a natural predator. Now, those eyes glowed with the same crimson hue as Cain’s, marking him as one of the first vampires.

Cain had chosen Dorian for his stealth and cunning. His special ability was *Shadowmeld*, the power to blend into the darkness and become nearly invisible. This ability made Dorian the perfect assassin, capable of striking from the shadows without warning. However, the use of this power required intense concentration, and any disruption could leave him vulnerable to attack.

Thalia – The Healer

Thalia was a healer, a woman with a gentle touch and a kind heart. Her skills in medicine and herb lore were renowned, capable of mending even the gravest wounds. With a serene presence and eyes that radiated compassion, Thalia was a beacon of hope. Now, her eyes burned with the crimson light of Cain’s, a sign of her transformation.

Cain had chosen Thalia for her healing abilities. Her special ability was *Regeneration*, the power to heal herself and others at an accelerated rate. This gift allowed Thalia to mend wounds that would be fatal to others, making her an invaluable asset in battle. However, the act of healing drained her own life force, and excessive use of this power could leave her weakened and vulnerable.

Balthazar – The Sorcerer

Balthazar was a sorcerer, a man of great knowledge and power in the arcane arts. His mastery of magic was unparalleled, capable of bending the elements to his will. With a commanding presence and eyes that blazed with intellect, Balthazar was a force to be reckoned with. Now, his eyes glowed with the same crimson fire as Cain’s, marking him as one of the first vampires.

Cain had chosen Balthazar for his magical prowess. His special ability was *Arcane Mastery*, the power to harness and manipulate magical energies. This gift allowed Balthazar to cast spells of immense power, making him a formidable opponent. However, the use of this power required great concentration and control, and any misstep could result in catastrophic consequences.

This was the Birth of the Seven progenitors including Mabel.