Anime Crossover: This Holy Lord Only Wants Friendly Communication

The vampire paused for a moment, gave Jiang Shinian a deep look, and then silently walked into the changing room.

In the eyes of the world, the image of demons has always been negative. Words such as cunning, insidious, and evil seem to be synonyms for them, and they can never get rid of them.

However, it was quite surprised that the ancient demon king before it treated it with such courtesy.

After all, he was nothing more than a prisoner now.

Its mind was filled with the records in those ancient books, and the demons that existed before it were all despicable, shameless, and utterly wicked.

But this demon king seemed to be different from others; his behavior completely overturned my previous understanding of demons.

Of course, it also knows that it is not a kind person and has a despicable side as well.

Chapter 168 An unexpected surprise

However, those ancient books all say that the older the demon, the more evil it is...

In fact, this room is a corner of Jiang Shinian's personal space, where he can control the appearance and placement of objects at will.

With just a wave of his hand, everything will go as he wishes.

Moreover, he knew that if he wanted to recruit demons to his side, basic respect and courtesy were essential.

Jiang Shinian had no idea what the vampire was thinking at the moment, but none of that mattered to him.

He walked slowly to the dining table, pulled out a chair, and sat down gracefully.

Not long after, the vampire came out of the dressing room.

Seeing that the table was already laden with delicious food, it walked straight to the other side, skillfully and gracefully pulled out a chair, and sat down.

"Thank you for your generosity and kindness. Could you please elaborate on the opportunity you mentioned earlier? Is it really possible for me to regain my freedom?"

In that luxurious room filled with an air of mystery, the light from the crystal chandelier, like scattered stars, shone on the exquisitely carved walls, outlining mysterious and ancient patterns.

In the corner of the room stood a tall bookshelf, displaying various precious magical tomes. The leather covers exuded an old yet alluring aura, as if telling the secrets of time.

"Of course, impossible."

Jiang Shinian's hoarse and deep voice broke the brief silence in the room, like the cry of an owl, echoing softly in the tranquil space.

He leaned back in the chair carved with intricate runes, his scarlet eyes half-closed, gleaming with a cold and majestic light, like a burning star in the deep night sky.

His fingers tapped lightly on the armrest, the rhythm slow and melodious, each tap seeming to strike the heart, making one feel an involuntary tension and oppression.

The vampire's slightly upturned lips froze instantly, and his face became stiff as if covered by a layer of frost.

On his snow-white face, the glimmer of expectation that had once flickered in his dark green eyes was extinguished like a candle flame in the wind, leaving only deep disappointment and helplessness.

His lips trembled slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but he ultimately held back.

His hands clenched together unconsciously, his knuckles turning white. He looked like a wild beast trapped in a snare, filled with resentment yet helplessly awaiting his fate.

“You should understand that you cannot have complete freedom, and I cannot let you go. However, you can have limited freedom.”

Jiang Shinian's words were like a ray of dawn, slightly easing the vampire's expression.

He gently adjusted the sleeves of his brand-new black brocade suit, his movements elegant and composed, attempting to conceal the turmoil within his heart.

He slightly raised his head, his gaze fixed on Jiang Shinian, a hint of vigilance and probing hidden deep in his eyes.

"So what is included in this limited freedom?"

Looking at the elegant and noble vampire before him, a faint glint flashed in Jiang Shinian's scarlet eyes, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky, brief yet dazzling.

He sat up slightly, his black robe embroidered with gold thread fluttering gently, exuding a mysterious and powerful aura.

"You can connect with the outside world instead of sleeping in that cramped and filthy space."

"I will not block your channels of communication with the outside world. Your living environment will be greatly improved and will be completely different from before."

"I imagine you wouldn't want to continue lying in that cold, damp, muddy coffin, enduring that disgusting environment."

"Furthermore, every now and then, I will provide you with a death row inmate for you to absorb blood and qi to satisfy your instinctive needs."

"At the same time, part of my magic library will be open to you, so you can study its mysteries to your heart's content and explore the mysterious powers hidden behind the ancient texts."

Jiang Shinian's voice rang out calmly, each word seemingly imbued with magic, like a melodious and enchanting piece of music, gently plucking at the vampire's heartstrings.

The corners of his mouth turned up slightly, forming a meaningful arc, and his eyes revealed a confidence and composure that indicated he was in control of everything.

A flicker of barely concealed surprise and longing flashed in the vampire's eyes, but he quickly suppressed it.

His fingers unconsciously traced a thin line across the tablecloth, as if he were deep in thought.

"Then... what do I need to do?"

Although he was indeed very tempted, vampires, after all, had been through the trials of time and possessed rich experience and a cautious nature.

He suppressed his impulse and didn't rush to agree. Instead, he tried to gather more information, hoping to secure better treatment for himself.

His posture remained elegant, but his back was slightly tense, revealing his inner tension and vigilance.

Jiang Shinian picked up an exquisite crystal glass, the tiny gemstones inlaid on it shimmering with iridescent light under the lamp.

The red wine in the glass resembled a burning pool of blood, exuding a rich and alluring aroma.

He tilted his head back and downed the red wine in one gulp, his movements bold and unrestrained, seemingly out of place in this luxurious setting.

Red wine dripped down his lips and onto his black robe, resembling blooming red plum blossoms.

He then slammed the glass back onto the table, his brow furrowing slightly, clearly dissatisfied with the taste of the red wine.

This red wine was obtained from somewhere by some shadowy ninja. It tasted sour and astringent, and its flavor was extremely bad, completely displeasing to his taste.

Jiang Shinian casually placed his arm on the table and rhythmically tapped the surface with his fingers, making a dull "thump-thump" sound, as if he was thinking about something.

Each tap was like a war drum resounding in a silent room, making one's heart race.

"Actually, you don't need to give anything."

As soon as he finished speaking, the vampire frowned and became alert.

He leaned back slightly, his hands unconsciously gripping the armrests of the chair, his knuckles turning white from the force.

His eyes were filled with wariness, like a frightened rabbit, cautiously observing everything around him, as if waiting for Jiang Shinian to utter some harsh conditions.

"Hehe, no need to be nervous. You've lived for so many years, you must know some traces of secret treasures, right?"

Chapter 169 Vampire's Submission

"Or information such as hidden inheritances, ancient seals, etc. Tell me everything you know about their locations, and my men will go and find them."

Jiang Shinian grabbed another piece of grilled rib, which was roasted to a golden brown and crispy texture. The rib was sizzling with oil and emitting an enticing aroma.

He unceremoniously tossed the skewer into his mouth and began to chew it heartily, making a "crunching" sound, seemingly oblivious to the vampire's tense mood.

His eyes revealed a nonchalant casualness, as if he were talking about something insignificant.

"What kind of treatment you receive depends on how good the information you provide is."

"Living environment, food, magical resources... If my subordinates do indeed find traces of the items in the places you mentioned, or even find the items directly, then you have performed well and are qualified to become my subordinates."

"If this continues, you may gain a greater degree of freedom and win my trust. At that time, I will allow you to move freely within a certain range, but the premise is that I must be able to contact you at any time and you must be available whenever I call you."

The vampire listened attentively to Jiang Shinian's words, and then slowly raised his eyes.

The crimson glint in his eyes, resembling a wolf's claw, would sometimes dim because he had been taught a lesson by Jiang Shinian before.

At this moment, a complex emotion was revealed in his eyes, a mixture of anticipation for the future and worry about the unknown. His lips were slightly pursed, as if he were weighing the pros and cons.

"Only this?"

The vampire asked, his voice tinged with a hint of probing.

His gaze was fixed on Jiang Shinian, trying to glean more information from his expression.

"Of course not. I have all sorts of transactions and dealings in the human world. I need you to translate some things that I don't even look at, such as those low-level books and magic books, into modern languages ​​so that I can better handle and utilize these resources."

"At this stage, what you can see about the part of my collection of magical books is the content related to the books you have translated."

Jiang Shinian's voice was hoarse and deep, like a whisper from the depths of hell.

Every word seemed to carry an invisible pressure, making one feel as if he wanted to turn this vampire into the ultimate laborer, devour him alive, leaving no room for mercy.

His eyes revealed an unquestionable authority that made people hesitant to refute him.

"Moreover, for a period of time, before you have fully demonstrated your value, you can leave that cramped space and move to a more comfortable environment to concentrate on translating scriptures and classics for me."

The vampire was taken aback by Jiang Shinian's words.

The glimmer of hope that had just ignited in his heart was instantly extinguished.

In other words, I will still be imprisoned, just in a different place.

He was about to say something when he inadvertently met Jiang Shinian's deep and dignified eyes.

Instantly, he felt a chill rise up his spine.

His lips twitched slightly, but he ultimately gave up the idea of ​​arguing.

Let's leave it at that for now. He was well aware of his current situation and knew he wasn't qualified to negotiate with the powerful and dangerous demon before him.

Don't be fooled by his seemingly kind and approachable demeanor now.

In reality, he was an evil, cunning, and treacherous ancient demon king. If I dared to negotiate with him, he might swallow me whole without hesitation, leaving not even a trace.

After all, the older an existence is, the more unpredictable its behavior and thoughts become; capriciousness is often its defining characteristic.

"Do you have any opinions? You can bring them up, and I will try my best to help you solve them."

Jiang Shinian's voice rang out again, this time sounding gentle, with a hint of sincerity in its hoarseness, making one feel as if he genuinely cared about the vampire's thoughts.

His eyes revealed a faint concern that was somewhat enigmatic.

"No! No... I have no objection. I think what you said makes a lot of sense, and I completely agree."

Compared to slightly better living conditions, one's own life is definitely more precious.

Faced with their lives threatened, the vampires had no choice but to compromise, temporarily setting aside their pride and expectations, and choosing to obey Jiang Shinian's arrangements.

He forced a smile, but his eyes still revealed a hint of resentment and helplessness.

"very good."