Chapter 99: The Four Clans of Vampire Counts. (1/2)

Yes, indeed. They're called many names, vampire counts, the pillars of vampire society, the king's trusted families, super vampires.

They have many names that the masses give them, but they are better known as:

The Four Clans of Vampire Counts.

Being only one rank below the king, they are an essential part of vampire society, and, being an essential part of vampire society, they have important duties that are divided into four main subjects.

Military defense, war, economic affairs, and domestic affairs.

The Adrasteia Clan, located in the West, is responsible for military defense. They are the king's shield. They are a strong warrior clan specializing in the art of warfare. Despite holding an important position like this, their Clan is located in a very remote area, and they are very far from the royal capital.

Few know why this Clan is so far removed from civilization, but as part of the Four Counts, they are highly respected by the entire Vampire community.

The Scarlett Clan is located in the north, a region with a cooler climate and an abundance of trees. Just like the Clan Adrasteia, Clan Scarlett lives in a very isolated area from society, and the countess does not have a capital that she takes care of. The reason for this is Countess Scathach Scarlett herself.

Possessor of the title of being the strongest female vampire, she single-handedly supports an entire vampire Count Clan, she doesn't need many subordinates, she doesn't need a city to manage, she just needs herself.

Clan Scarlett is responsible for matters of war. If Clan Adrasteia is the king's shield, Clan Scarlett is the king's spear. In cases of emergency, such as a possible enemy invasion, it is Scathach Scarlett who must assume the role of general and lead a counterattack.

East of Nightingale, a milder place, and in what always seems to be autumn, there is a city that is managed by the Horseman Clan. This is where products like 'blood crystals' are created and sold to all vampires.

Previously, this territory belonged to Clan Fulger, but due to Clan Fulger's recent defeat by Clan Horseman. All authority in this city has been passed to the Horseman Clan.

Responsible for the domestic affairs of the vampire world, the Clan Horseman is behind all the 'food' in this world.

In the south, a more tropical place with slightly warmer climates and plenty of beaches is where the Snow Clan resides.

Clan Snow is responsible for the economic affairs of the entire vampire world, it is they who trade/control the entire economy of the vampire world, and it is they who support small noble families to grow.

Without Clan Snow's permission, you can't do business in the vampire world, and you don't want to stand against this family. Possessing the rare power of fire control, they can burn any disobedient vampire to ashes.

And they are also the only vampire clan that can walk peacefully in the sunlight, and because of that very special characteristic, they are also involved in international politics. They are the ones who trade and come into contact with other races and the vampire community who live in the world of humans when the situation is needed.

After all, for vampires who live in the human world, Nightingale is heaven on earth for them.

Despite having so many powers in the vampire world, vampire count clans cannot make major decisions without the direct approval of the king.

Like it or not, they are servants of the king, and few dare openly challenge the king's sovereignty, the only being... Wrong, the only woman mad enough to do this is Scathach Scarlett.

And despite openly challenging his sovereignty several times, the king does nothing. Why? Scathach Scarlett is just that important... her knowledge, her experience, and especially her power can greatly help vampire society as a whole.

And this woman was having a very interesting meeting now...

In a mansion located slightly in the center of Nightingale's territory, a meeting was taking place.

”Where is my son-in-law?”

A woman wearing a rather noble white dress spoke, she had pale skin like all vampires, long blonde hair, and blue eyes, she looked very much like her sister Victoria Rider.

This woman's name was Annasthashia Fulger, the birth mother of Sasha Fulger and former holder of the title of vampire count.

”Bitch, what are you doing here? Why don't you go back to your husbands? Your hole must be feeling lonely right now.” Said a woman wearing spandex pants, a black shirt with an animal coat, and small black glasses on her face.

She has long white hair and golden eyes, she is Agnes Snow, the birth mother of Violet Snow.

”Oh~?” The woman flashed a small smile, ”But if I'm going back to my husband's, I'm going to bring your husband along with me too. The poor bastard must be bored with just having you as a wife.”

”Bitch…” Agnes' golden eyes seemed to be glowing brightly, the room around her started to get warmer.

'Hehehe~ So easy.' Annasthashia thought. She knew how to deal with Agnes. After all, this woman had a sick obsession with her husband, and if she just mentions her husband's name a few times, she'll be pissed off.

The room suddenly got colder, and Agnes flashed a small smile:

”Airport chest.”

”Huh!?” A vein popped in Annasthashia's head.

”Isn't it? With your attractiveness, you could never conquer a man, and, because of that, you have to kidnap them. After all, you don't have confidence in your own appearance!” Agnes wrapped her arm around her chest like she was showing off how big she was.

”Haaah! At least I'm not a dairy cow who has insecurities with her relationship! Because you are afraid, right? You're afraid your precious 'Darling' will be stolen by other women!”

”Huuuh!?” A vein popped in Agnes' head.

”HaHaHa~” Hearing a familiar chuckle, the two women looked at the woman who was sitting on an ice throne elegantly.

”You guys never change, huh?” Scathach wore a mocking little smile.