The First Vampire

Chapter 57: 057 Entering City_1

Translator: 549690339

“Boom…”

A rumble of thunder echoed in the sky, startling Colin.

Of course, the timing of the thunder was too coincidental, making it hard to say whether Colin was frightened by the thunder or by the words of Marquis Garcia.

He suddenly hesitated, wondering if he should explain the real origin of the earring to Vera’s biological father.

Originally, Colin thought that letting Marquis Garcia misunderstand his relationship with Vera might not be such a bad thing. After all, they were just an uncle-niece relationship.

But now…

He started to panic slightly.

It felt as if he had just flirted with a young girl, only to have her father confront him at the door.

However, he finally realized why Marquis Garcia was treating him differently.

It was not because of his military talent, nor because he was the marquis’ secret illegitimate son, but because of Vera!

The earring had apparently led Marquis Garcia to believe that his daughter harbored deep affections for Colin, even possibly secretly committing to him for life.

So, all the care he had shown along the way was actually Marquis Garcia grooming his future son-in-law…

But Colin knew that Vera only had a slight interest in him at the moment.

She was nowhere near the stage where she would marry no one else but him.

If his deception were to be exposed in the future…

Seeing the dumbfounded expression on Colin’s face, Marquis Garcia raised an eyebrow and asked, “What’s the matter? Are you scared?”

“No, no. How could I be… I’m just a bit surprised,” Colin replied, not daring to reveal the real origin of the earring now.

What if Marquis Garcia thought he was deliberately concealing it and became furious?

Furthermore, Colin would have to be struck by lightning before he would ever let go of such an influential figure.

“Boom!”

A flash of lightning streaked across the sky, followed by rolling thunder.

It seemed like a warning to someone.

Colin woke up with a start, quickly changing the subject, “Marquis, does Miss

Vera know you are…”

“She doesn’t know,” Marquis Garcia shook his head and shot Colin a warning look, “Don’t tell her, and don’t tell anyone else!”

“Yes, yes!” Colin promised repeatedly.

Afterwards, he couldn’t resist his curiosity and asked, “Then, who is Vera’s biological mother?”

Marquis Garcia’s eyebrows raised, and he replied irritably, “Stop prying, it’s no good to you.”

Colin retracted his head and dared not ask any further.

Though he didn’t dare to ask, it didn’t mean Colin didn’t dare to think.

At this time, he was already conjuring up a melodramatic scenario in his mind.

Furthermore, Colin realized that he understood the relationship between Duke St. Hilde and Marquis Garcia less and less.

The relationship between these two brothers was complex enough, now Vera was thrown into the mix, causing Colin to be utterly confused.

Though Marquis Garcia refused to disclose the identity of Vera’s biological mother, Colin was certain that she was a high noble.

Otherwise, Duke St. Hilde wouldn’t have agreed to adopt Vera.

After all, Vera was an illegitimate daughter, which was quite disgraceful. However, there is a difference between illegitimate daughters.

If both parents are high nobles of distinguished status, then her bloodline is still noble, she is just lacking a title.

The Duke’s adoption was like giving Vera this title.

But why did he do this? Was it to help his younger brother out? Or was it to use Vera as a hostage to control his brother?

Also, why didn’t Marquis Garcia marry Vera’s biological mother?

Given that she was willing to have a daughter for Marquis Garcia, it meant they were in love. Thus, the only possibility is that external conditions didn’t allow it.

Considering Marquis Garcia’s status and position, there didn’t exist a woman in the entire Empire he wouldn’t be a match for, even a royal princess would not be humiliated marrying him.

So, what else could stand in the way of these two people becoming one?

Could it be…

Colin suddenly thought of a possibility…

“What are you two talking about?”

Just as Colin was aflame with salacious intrigue, a crisp voice suddenly sounded.

Colin turned his head to find Vera standing charmingly behind him.

The female mage was wearing a light blue dress today, her shimmering golden hair neatly bound with a hairpin, and she had clearly put on makeup. The purple eyeshadow and crystalline red lips made her even more beautiful and

an uL111b.

“Ahem, Knight Colin and I were discussing the differences between a lance and a spear,” Marquis Garcia lied shamelessly without batting an eye.

Vera seemed to have little interest in this male topic. She “hmm”ed and did not inquire further, instead pointing in the direction of Ice Rock City and saying:

“Uncle, look quick, the nobles of Ice Rock City are coming out, they must be here to welcome us.”

Only then did Colin notice a party of about a hundred people leaving Ice Rock City and marching towards the Dark Cavalry camp.

A cold smile tugged at the corner of Marquis Garcia’s mouth as he resumed his aloof demeanor. “Well, we should get going too,” he said.

Saying this, he went to meet them.

Vera playfully stuck out her tongue behind him, then turned to Colin with a smile, “Colin, let’s go over there too.”

“Okay.” Colin looked at Vera’s brilliant smile but couldn’t seem to relax at all.

After all, her legitimate father was up ahead. He couldn’t possibly interact with Vera as he had in the past.

Moreover, Marquis Garcia had already misunderstood their relationship and had been nurturing him without reservation for so long. Therefore, if Colin ultimately could not marry Vera…

What would Marquis Garcia think?

You ungrateful jerk, dropping your commitments after you’ve had your fun?

Thinking of the terrifying scenes where the Dark Cavalry wreaked havoc on the Ice Plain, Colin suddenly felt that he must marry Vera!

Otherwise, he wouldn’t have enough lives to compensate Marquis Garcia.

But, the final decision on Vera’s marriage lies with Duke St. Hilde.

After all, having adopted her, Vera is legally a daughter of the Duke in the eyes of the law.

So, for Colin to marry Vera, he would also have to get the Duke’s approval.

But if Duke St. Hilde really ended up in a standoff with Marquis Garcia…

Whose side would Colin have to take?

And judging from the current situation, the probability of these two brothers clashing heads was extremely high!

Looking at the gloomy sky, Colin felt like his future was just as bleak…

“Uncle! Welcome home from the victorious battle!” Marquis Charles’ booming voice and passionate words could be heard from a distance.

He seemed to have completely forgotten that just two months ago, his beloved uncle had publicly forced him to give up his position as Marquis.

“Dear Uncle! While in Ice Rock City I’ve heard about your glorious battle…”

“Boom!”

A streak of lightning flashed by, the downpour finally began.

Marquis Garcia seized this opportunity to interrupt his big nephew’s flattery, “It’s raining, let’s discard all welcome ceremony, and proceed straight into the city!”

“Alright, alright!”

The nobles who were there didn’t dare to disobey.

At this point, Marquis Garcia, who has returned triumphant from a great victory, has without doubt become the most esteemed person in the North Territory.

His own brother might not even be able to match him.

Only Marquis Charles stood to the side with a constipated look on his face, looking somewhat lost and overwhelmed.

Colin suppressed a laugh, suddenly feeling some sympathy for the actor. He seemed to always encounter unexpected hurdles whenever he wanted to perform.

But soon, Colin would no longer have the luxury of pitying this actor.

Because, accompanied by a whiff of fragrance, a beautiful figure suddenly charged out of the welcoming party and threw herself into his arms.

Instantly, Colin felt his blood freeze..