Rebirth: Childhood friend of the heroine - Chapter 207

Chapter 207: Chapter 206- Adopt
The hyena whom Alex had been torturing for the past ten minutes was the son of Elder Etinson.

Quinton, who has traveled with the Vampire Lord many times and also visited other realms as a representative, knows all the Elders of the Beast Realm quite well.

Knowing Elder Etinson, Quinton was aware of what would happen if Alex killed the beast here.

“Sir Alex.” Losing his patience, the vampire stepped toward the silverhead and said, “Killing Sir Dokoth here would be quite problematic. He is a direct descendent of an Elder here.”

Alex, who had been tearing the hyena’s limbs with his spells until now, let him regenerate, only to tear him apart once again, hummed in response.

The guttural cries of the beast were heavily resonating through the forest. The sound of his bones popping, muscle tearing, and the flow of gushing blood made the scene appear horrifying.

Hearing those words, Alex glanced at the warrior before saying, “You can stop me from killing this disease…but can you stop the Princess you serve?”

The other one was surprised, “Wh-at do you mean?”

Alex shrugged, “Just look at her…and you will know.”

Receiving the suggestion, Quinton glanced at the Royal Highness before a shiver ran down his spine.

He has seen that face before.

That face she made before slaughtering over a thousand beasts who infiltrated the Blood realm. Or the time when someone disturbed her training. He was aware of those fierce eyes.

‘Why is the Princess so furious? Why is she so compassionate about that little girl?’ From what the Vampire knew, Natasha might be the most empathetic and emotionless being he had ever come across. Someone worthy to become the next Monarch of the realm.

That is why he respects her so much.

So why…was she so furious for the sake of that little girl?

“Y-You….do you know….who my father…is….” Dokoth, who was barely retaining his consciousness, threatened with a growl.

If only he gets a taste of that flesh once again he would crush this maggot under his paw.

That’s right…he just needs a little more food, and no one would be able to defeat him anymore. He would be the strongest!

In response to that, Alex grinned.

Stepping toward the minced meat, he asked, “Do you know who her father is?” While pointing toward the girl who had fallen asleep in Sarah’s arms, he asked the beast.

The hyena scoffed, which was surprising considering how much pain he was experiencing before he said, “She is just an orphan whose parents were killed by me.”

“Eh? Do you think so? Well, let me dispel your misunderstanding that she is an orphan. Here, meet her father.” Saying so, Alex raised his hand, and a very small black gooey substance appeared on his palm.

“Now, open wide~” Alex suggested but before Doroth could have moved away, Alex grabbed the hyena’s lower jaw and ripped it away.

“GAHH!” The beast howled in pain, but it was nothing compared to how much pain he was about to face.

Alex deposited the small particle of the curse inside the hyena and stepped away.

Turning toward Quinton, he said, “He is a lost cause, Quinton. Better stop worrying about him.”

The vampire swallowed hard, his gaze fixed on Doroth, who writhed on the ground, clutching his throat. His red eyes bulged with agony, his muscles twisting and rippling beneath his skin like living snakes. A strangled, gurgling sound escaped his lips, but the Curse silenced his screams, trapping his torment inside.

Reaching Sarah, he heard her saying, “She is extremely weak, and was only conscious because of the adrenaline. Once I healed her, she fell asleep.”

Alex asked in a slightly worried tone, “Is there any lasting damage she incurred?”

Sarah shook her head, “She has the extremely potent ability to regenerate. That’s why, she didn’t receive any damage which cannot be healed.”

Alex sighed in relief before he turned to others and said, “Sorry for worrying you all. We should get going now.”

They slowly nodded and began walking back to the carriage.

Quinton also had no other choice but to follow them.

Whatever repercussions may arrive, he has to protect the people he was responsible for.

Inside the carriage, Sarah kept holding the girl. It seemed she was comfortable in her embrace.

[I…feel ashamed.]

Hearing the Curse’s voice, Alex sighed, ‘Couldn’t you have controlled the number of children?’

[If I hadn’t separated them from me, I would have lost control over the strength I was gaining. It was more like a fission.]

Alex already knew that but he still asked.

The Curse didn’t produce babies without any reason or in the greed to continue his legacy. He just distributed his powers so he doesn’t lose his sanity.

‘Is there any other child of yours here on the Nebula?’

[There is another but she is far away from this place.]

Alex hummed, ‘Let’s search for her, just in case she also has an unfortunate life like this one.’

Because of the powers they got from the Curse, it was apparent that whoever got them would try to exploit their powers.

Very few people are, like Azeroth, that don’t adopt a kid just to use them.

The Vampire Lord is just built differently.

“Alex…did you not receive any damage just now?” Celestria asked worryingly.

“You used the Curse’s ability for so long,” Jullie added.

Recently, Alex has been utilizing the Curse’s powers but only to boost his strength and speed. However, today, he used a few spells too.

“Ah, no problem there. My Soul has gotten used to his presence so it doesn’t age anymore.” He assured them.

“Alex,” Suddenly, Natasha called out, “Can I keep the baby with me?” The Princess asked, out of the blue.

Even though she saw her a few moments ago, she could feel the connection between them.

The pain the little one went through made Natasha’s heart tremble. And since she didn’t have any family to rely on, Natasha would be her family from now on.

Alex blinked in confusion, but before he could speak, “Let her decide once she wakes up.” Sarah declared.

For some reason, the Saintess seemed quite fond of the girl that’s why detaching from her seemed difficult for her.

Natasha didn’t say anything other than directing a glare at the woman before sitting down.

Alex and the others also settled down and the carriage began moving again.

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It took them another two hours before they finally reached their destination.

A huge gate parted once Quinton showed the entry pass to the guards.

The moment they stepped through the gate, the air grew heavier, charged with an unseen force. Towering trees stretched high above, their thick canopies casting shifting shadows over the stone path leading to the mansion.

The scent of damp earth and wildflowers lingered in the breeze, mixing with something more primal—an untamed energy that whispered through the leaves.

The palace stood at the heart of the jungle, a grand structure of dark stone and golden accents, its walls entwined with thick roots as if the forest itself had embraced it.

Massive stone pillars carved with ancient symbols of beasts lined the entrance. Torches flickered along the path, their flames swaying despite the stillness of the air.

The sounds of the jungle surrounded them—distant howls, rustling leaves, and the occasional deep growl from creatures unseen.

Guards stood at attention near the entrance, their sharp eyes watching every movement. Each of them bore the mark of the Beast Realm—clawed gauntlets, fur-lined armor, and a presence that felt daunting.

As they stepped closer, the great wooden doors creaked open, revealing a dimly lit hall beyond.

The little girl, whose name Alex discerned from her memories to be Alice, was still sleeping in Sarah’s arms.

They slowly walked through the gallery with Quinton walking behind them and a guard walking before them—leading the path.

Soon, the guard came to a pause before a grand room, and he said, “Please wait inside.”

Alex gave a nod before stepping inside.

It was a reception room, with red and golden carpet beneath the feet.

They settled on the resting sofa, and soon, a few maids came to deliver tea and snacks.

“You should sit down as well, Quinton,” Alex suggested.

However, “It would be easier to react if I am standing, so, thank you Sir Alex.*

Alex shrugged. Well, your wish.

He took the banana chips from the plate and lazily munched on it while looking around leisurely.

It was then,

“Uhmm…” Alice groaned in her sleep as she slowly parted her eyes and began looking around.

“Ah!” She flinched upon seeing Sarah’s shining green eyes.

“Don’t worry…I won’t hurt you.” Sarah soothingly spoke.

“You are clearly scaring her. Now give her to me.” Natasha approached the Saintess with her hands raised.

However, Alice panicked upon seeing Natasha.

She hurriedly looked around her, and once her eyes settled on Alex she tried to move her body toward him.

Sarah begrudgingly handed the baby to Alex.

Alice finally calmed down once she was in Alex’s embrace as she rested her small head on his shoulder and gave a ‘Fuu.’

Alex chuckled hearing her sigh of relief, before asking her, “Want to eat something?”

The little girl raised her big eyes before looking towards the chip he was holding.

He bit her index finger and continued to stare at the chip.

The sight melted everyone’s heart, and they inwardly decided to adopt the girl.

Another addition to the family.

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A/N:- Thanks for reading.