I Became the Progenitor Vampire

Crimson Mage Tower, third floor.

The dim light from outside streamed through the open window and into the study, casting long shadows from the tall oak bookshelves.

The precious magic books, like maidens awaiting their turn, lay fully exposed to the air.

"Teacher~"

As Lide flipped through the magic books, he heard a voice and slightly turned his head to see a small figure in a long dress, vibrant and adorable, bursting into the study with excitement.

Among the tall oak shelves, the girl seemed like an elf stepping out from the pages, especially her eyes, which sparkled like rubies, stunning anyone who saw them.

Isa quickly approached Lide's side and then shyly looked up at him, her eyes brimming with dependence and satisfaction.

Seeing the little girl's eyes, Lide smiled and gently ruffled her hair.

"Didn't go to the Mage Association today?"

After he had taken over Green City, the local Mage Association was directly handed over to Wina to manage.

As for whether the spellcasters of the Mage Association had any objections... After he used the Power of Faith to elevate his little maid to Transcendent status, those spellcasters wouldn't dare to utter a peep.

The only higher-level ones were the two 19th-level vice presidents, but that was it.

The former president of the Green City Mage Association was the Transcendent Mage, Rock, who had left Green City a year ago to seek seclusion for breaking through to Legendary.

Besides this guy, who had almost annihilated the Bloodline, nobody else was worthy of a second glance from Lide; all of them combined wouldn't match up to one of his fingers.

Dominating the map wasn't a joke. As the highest-level boss on this map, who would dare provoke him?

"I didn't go..." Isa shook her head, suddenly a bit shy, and said in a low voice, blushing, "I wanted to be with teacher..."

Lide laughed heartily.

Although Isa's attribute panel indicated she was 20 years old, she had shown no changes at all, both mentally and physically, and still resembled an 11- or 12-year-old girl.

The developmental cycle of the Golden Bloodline seemed to far exceed that of ordinary people.

It is said that elves, with their thousand-year lifespans, only reach adulthood at 200, while giant dragons, a powerful Longevity Species, only mature at 300...

Lide didn't know exactly what race Isa was, so he had no idea when she would outgrow her childhood.

But these details didn't matter anymore; he had long since abandoned his initial intention of grooming Isa into a top combat force upon adopting her.

This empathetic and adorable little girl was now the apple of his eye, dearer even than a blood sister.

Although he no longer harbored this thought, Isa hadn't stopped growing stronger, and half a month ago, she had broken through to become a Transcendent on her own.

A genuine Transcendent.

Seeing Isa now, her eyes curved into crescents, Lide could only sigh at how unfair innate Talent could be.

Even though he had reached level 28, it was only after defeating several Divines and devouring their Divine Bodies and statuses that he attained his current power.

But Isa was different; this girl with the Golden Bloodline had become Transcendent purely through her own Talent...

While Dawn City currently boasted strong power, with numerous Transcendents and even a plethora of Legendries, outside, a Transcendent was still a big shot capable of suppressing an entire city.

At this time, with the Ancient's arrival, her top combat status hadn't diminished.

"Well, then sit with teacher and read for a while."

Lide pinched Isa's delicate little cheek, his expression very relaxed.

It had been a long time since he had quietly read a book in the Crimson Mage Tower like today; these past years had been spent traveling,

battling in the Underworld, conquering the Abyss Plane, breaking through to Legendary, hunting Divines... continuous and incredibly luxurious even to pause for rest.

After the arrival of the Ancient, the shadowy Ancient Dominator was always ready to destroy the world, and for the sake of Dawn City, he had no choice but to stand firm and embrace his responsibilities.

As the Master of Dawn, he reveled in the supreme power brought by ruling millions, but he also had to bear the responsibilities that came with millions of lives.

Heavy indeed is the head that wears the crown.

Thinking of this, Lide felt unexpectedly contemplative. The past years had transformed him dramatically; as Dawn City rapidly grew stronger, had he not also grown to an astonishing extent?

Master of Dawn, the title he bore, now weighed more than ever before.

Isa gently responded and dutifully dragged a stool next to Lide before picking up a magic book and happily started reading.

The girl occasionally stole glances at Lide beside her, then contentedly continued to flip through the book.

Several Sunshine Hours later, thump, thump, thump~ the study door was gently knocked.

"Come in."

After Lide's words fell, a girl wearing a blue long dress, with golden hair cascading like waves down her back, and a remarkable demeanor, entered the study.

Following the girl was a figure carrying a giant sword, eyes like hunting falcons, and a very wild demeanor.

"Good day, Lord Lide."

Vina approached with a cheerful smile, looking very well-behaved, her blue eyes twinkling like stars as they landed on Lide.

At this moment, this girl, who had become the vice president of Green City Hall, controlling the entire city's commerce and the Magic Association, reverted to a mere maid's demeanor.

In front of Lide, this girl always behaved this way, without ever changing.

Even in Vina's view, everything she possessed outside was less satisfying than serving as a maid by Lide's side, filled with happiness and achievement.

Northern Land's Valkyrie Betty, standing behind Vina, felt a ripple through her heart upon seeing Lide, a slight blush on her face, and a brief sparkle of joy that was hard to detect.

However, the taciturn valkyrie did not speak, merely standing quietly carrying the extraordinary longsword that Lide had once ordered forged for her, pretending to be indifferent.

Lide looked at the two enchanting figures in front of his desk, his mood quite pleased.

It must be said that the attractiveness of these two girls was flawless, dazzling wherever they went.

Even he, a picky aesthete, could find no fault with them.

"Have today's political affairs been managed?"

"Yes, sir," Vina replied with a charming smile, "I have already ordered the nobility and trade unions of Green City to establish a unified Business Alliance.

This alliance will be a subsidiary of the Commercial Department, directly managed by the City Hall.

I will serve as the first president of this alliance.

Establishing the alliance will allow for resource complementation, prevent vicious competition, and improve the production efficiency of major trade associations."

"This is a monopolistic commercial department, which may discourage smaller trade groups during normal times, hindering the healthy development of the city's commerce and trade.

However, at this time, consolidating the strength of everyone makes it easier to achieve great things, and monopoly is more appropriate."

Lide looked appreciatively at his little maid; Vina's acumen for commerce was unmatched in all of Dawn City.

"Well done, now is not the time to develop commerce, and I have allowed these trade unions to exist to serve other departments.

Besides the trade unions, how is the Mage Association managed?"

"I have already revised the system of the Mage Association, cutting down many old departments and also establishing many new ones.

The spellcasters closely associated with the Crimson Mage Tower and the White Tower, I have already arranged them to control the crucial positions."

Vina spoke confidently, her demeanor as the business queen of Green City now fully displayed.

"Also, I would like to invite the Dawn Priest to join the Mage Association, not just the Dawn Priest, but all priests and spellcasters who have not lost their power are to be unified under the Mage Association's management.

The Mage Association should not only include those willing to join; it should manage all the spellcasters of the city, no matter who they are."

Though her words were calm, they carried an indomitable and graceful authority.

If Lide were to support Vina's idea, the Mage Association would undoubtedly grow into a giant.

All the city's spellcasters being under the control of the Mage Association would more than double its authority compared to before.

Previously, membership in the Mage Association was voluntary, and even some spellcasters owning Mage Towers were not members of the Mage Association.

"Very well, since I have already entrusted you with managing the Mage Association, go ahead and do it, and if there are problems, I will back you up."

Lide had changed with the times and was not greatly perturbed by this policy that could influence the entire city.

His power had grown so strong that the city's spellcasters were almost superfluous.

Such was the difference in perspective and vision.

"Lord Lide, I will not disappoint you..."

Vina's face was flushed, her excitement and joy apparent, clearly delighted by Lord Lide's trust.

Lord Lide nodded, not continuing the topic, his gaze shifting to the girl standing behind Vina.

"Betty, has there been any word from Andabella yet?"

The last time the Elves, along with the mysterious Red-eyed Lady, Andabella, and Betty had accompanied him to explore the Divine relics,

the God of the Snake Clan had summoned the God of Twilight, dragging him into the Abyss, while the others had returned unharmed to Green City.

Shortly after returning to Green City, the Elves and that mysterious Red-eyed Lady had left with the Divine Stone.

The Red-eyed Lady knew the secrets of Andabella's bloodline, and Andabella had consequently gone with them.

Now, half a year had gone by with no news.

Lord Lide was so well-informed solely because of Betty's reports, and it had absolutely nothing to do with the legendary equipment she had promised him...

"No, I've tried many methods but haven't been able to contact them," Betty shook her head.

When Andabella had left initially, she had specifically requested that someone gather information on the Red-eyed Lady, as it pertained to Isa's origins.

"Storm Sea Domain, Silver Moon Radiance state... When I find the time, I'll take Isa there."

Lord Lide turned his head to look at Little Yisha, who was staring at him eagerly, and affectionately ruffled her small head.

Regarding the news of the Red-eyed Lady, Betty, with his permission half a month ago, had already informed Isa. Little Isa, being very well-behaved, had comfortingly reassured them not to worry too much.

Her understanding made one's heart ache.

After a moment of contemplation, Lord Lide spoke with interest.

"Betty, you said last time that the reason for your ascension to the Extraordinary was the bond with Isa?"

Indeed, not only had Isa advanced to become an Extraordinary, but Betty, who had formed a bond with Isa, had also stepped into the realm of the Extraordinary.

At this moment, the title of Valkyrie truly suited her without question.

"Yes," Betty looked at Isa with a tender gaze, "The power of the bond is very strong; I can't quite understand the exact reason.

Moreover, I can feel that Isa still harbors astonishing potential within her, even though she has broken through the Extraordinary, she has far from unleashed it..."

Lord Lide nodded thoughtfully.

"I'll note this down."

He had used the Power of Faith to examine their bodies when he learned of their breakthrough to the Extraordinary but found nothing unusual, so he had let it be.

In the future, he would simply take Isa to the Storm Sea Domain and directly inquire the Red-eyed Clan in the Silver Moon Radiance state.

Now, he had the formidable power to act with impunity.

The mysterious Red-eyed Clan had better behave, or else his war blade wouldn't be merciful...

"Lord Lide, it's almost evening; do you need me to prepare dinner?" Vina asked softly after their conversation ended.

The fact that Lord Lide was a Bloodline wasn't a secret within the Crimson Mage Tower anymore, but considering his past non-aversion to human food, Vina always took great care in preparing his meals.

"Of course, arrange a lavish dinner; we'll dine together."

Lord Lide smiled easily, deciding to relax well these few days in Green City.

Conquering Green City was just the beginning, after all. The cracks seeping ancient powers in the sky constantly reminded him of the crisis looming over his head, the Sword of Damocles ready to strike at any moment.

After digesting the fruits of Green City's battle, the great war still awaited him...

The God of Plague stationed in Risier City was growing restless, the Ancient Evil God who saw him as a sworn enemy was still searching for news about him everywhere, and his rule over Green City could certainly not be hidden from that dreaded Ancient Evil God. A storm was already on the horizon.

The energy emanating from the ancient stone coffin's Sealed Land grew more terrifying over time, with the octopus tentacles that had torn the earth still vivid in his mind,

Once the Ancient Evil God of the Sealed Land broke free, the low hills would definitely fall, and even Dawn City in the Far Mountain Range might be impacted.

There was also the sea beast with the fragment of the Destiny Tablet in the Lost Sea, celebrated as the Sea God by the merfolk, possessing demigod-level strength...

He had grown stronger, but so had his enemies.

But as Wina went to prepare dinner, Lide suddenly recalled something and instinctively opened his attribute panel. After glancing at a specific attribute, an excited smile spread across his face.

Death Power: 300 million

Yes, after the intense battles of recent times, he had finally amassed 300 million in Death Power.

The Twelve-winged Burning Angel, still suppressing the Ancient Stone Coffin, had less than three thousand years left before its corruption.

In other words... with the Power of Faith, he could now induce the corruption of the Twelve-winged Burning Angel.

An unparalleled combat force was about to join him in Dawn City to battle through the ancient era.

Master of Dawn's Seventh War General—Twelve-winged Blazing Angel, Freyja Dawn

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While Lide enjoyed the post-war tranquility in Green City, Earth was experiencing tumultuous waves at this moment.

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"..."

Countless people vented their emotions online, with anger, fear, disbelief... all human reactions were perfectly displayed at this moment.

But everyone sensed that a world-altering cataclysm was about to arrive.

As for the future of Earth, everyone was bewildered at that moment.