Mystery: The Undead Don't Die from Linking the Fire

Chapter 235 Unification

"This is it..."

Walking on the compacted rammed earth road, Lilith gazed at the 'black line' appearing on the distant terrain and murmured softly:

"Middenheim, the Land of Hope"

Bathed in the crimson moonlight, a coastal city nestled on the sea appeared on the horizon, its outline gradually becoming clear. Even though it was just an outline, its grand scale was evident, and its city walls were much taller than those of ordinary cities.

This is Middenheim, the land of hope for vampires, for here a true god protects them—

Luzius Todbringer!

Under His protection, Middenheim successfully withstood hundreds of invasions by dragons and other extraordinary creatures. No matter how powerful the enemy, the city remained steadfast!

Therefore, the vampires who originally lived scattered throughout the world would almost always try every means to overcome numerous dangers and reach Middenheim. It was as if once they reached this legendary land of hope for vampires, they would no longer have to worry about the threat of dragons.

However, the truth is that most vampires are discovered and hunted down by dragons and other extraordinary creatures during their "migration," ultimately resulting in their complete annihilation. For example, Lilith's family, even with the protection of a Sequence 4 demigod, still suffered heavy casualties on the migration route, leaving only her as the sole survivor.

That's why, even though she had finally arrived in Middenheim, Lilith looked at the magnificent city in the distance, but felt little anticipation or joy...

She simply pursed her lips to conceal her complicated feelings, also because she didn't know why she had come here.

She initially came to Middenheim with her family seeking protection and a safe haven from the threat of dragons. But now, her family has long since been absorbed into the crystalline glass by the dragons' breath. What meaning would it have for her to have successfully arrived in Middenheim now?

Ultimately, coming here wasn't her own choice...

Lilith glanced at Ember out of the corner of her eye. Their presence here was entirely due to Ember. Yet, Ember clearly didn't seem to need to seek refuge in this city, leaving Lilith completely baffled as to his purpose in insisting on coming here.

Yu Jin noticed the girl's confusion but didn't answer. Instead, he urged her on:

"Let's hurry, try to get into the city before dawn."

"oh."

Lilith pouted. With their current strength, traveling during the day wouldn't be a problem. Vampires simply dislike sunlight, not that they're controlled by it. But since Ember had said so, she certainly wouldn't be so tactless as to argue back.

only……

Lilith lowered her brows slightly, her eyes fixed on the silver-haired loli beside her with a dangerous glint in them. The girl stood obediently and quietly next to Ember, holding his hand tightly as if she were a child afraid of getting lost, never leaving his side.

The other party behaved very obediently throughout the journey, neither asking any questions nor even speaking much, and never disobeying any of Yu Jin's requests. She did whatever Yu Jin asked her to do, which was completely different from her own somewhat 'rebellious' behavior.

Olya seemed to notice her gaze, tilting her head with an innocent look.

Lilith felt a little annoyed, even though she knew Olnia was faking it, and even though Ember knew she was faking it too. But she could still clearly sense that Ember was much more patient with her than with her.

But if you ask her to abandon her principles and pretend to be as innocent as Olnia, Lilith can't do it either.

After all, unlike Olnia, who started pretending as soon as they met, Lilith had spent more time with Ember and knew each other's personalities very well, if not perfectly. In this situation, even Lilith herself felt awkward trying to pretend to be like Olnia, and it might even backfire.

Moreover, although she had considered forming a united front with Olnia, this goal has not yet been achieved.

As for why...

Lilith stared blankly at the silver-haired loli, while Olnia winked at Lilith subtly, her lips curving slightly upward as she shook her left hand, which was being held by Ember, as if showing off or mocking.

It's hardened, its fists are hardened!

Lilith clenched her fist.

Amidst this atmosphere of mutual resentment, the three of them followed the tamped road toward Midenheim.

Although it was already late at night, Middenheim was still brightly lit.

Even the city gates remained open at all times, with pedestrians constantly entering and exiting under the scrutiny of the guards.

As the three arrived at the city gate, another group of people happened to pass through it.

Judging from their travel-worn attire and red eyes, it's easy to tell that they are vampires who have migrated here.

After they passed through the city gate, it was Yu Jin's turn and his two companions' turn.

The guard, who looked like a squad leader, was about to ask a question when he looked up and saw Lilith's face. He was stunned for a while until his subordinate urged him to come to his senses.

The captain of the guard swallowed hard before stammering:

"Excuse me... excuse me, sir, could you please show me your pass?"

"I don't have a pass, can't I enter the city?"

Lilith frowned slightly, looking somewhat troubled.

The captain of the guard hurriedly said:

"No problem, it's okay if you don't have one. If this is your first time in Midenheim, you can get a pass by simply registering."

The captain of the guard pointed to his subordinate sitting at a table, who had spread out parchment, and asked:

"Sir, what is your name?"

"Lilith".

Lilith pointed to the silver-haired loli beside her and suddenly said:

"This is my sister, Olnia."

"OK."

The captain of the guard nodded quickly and instructed his men to write it down carefully.

Lilith didn't introduce Ember, and the captain of the guard didn't ask either. After all, he was clearly a blood-feeding creature who provided blood for the vampires, so registering him or not made no difference.

"Lady Lilith."

The captain of the guards respectfully asked, "May I ask which family you belong to?"

Do I really have to answer?

Lilith narrowed her eyes slightly.

The captain of the guard hurriedly lowered his head and explained in a humble voice:

No, you don't have to answer.

"Then let's answer."

Lilith brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, curled it with her fingers, and then let it go, seemingly casually saying:

"I come from the Dorothy family."

"The Dorothy family?"

The captain of the guard thought about it carefully and found that he did not have the corresponding information in his mind.

But this is not surprising. The world is so big, and the various vampire families are extremely scattered. It is impossible for a mere vampire servant to know everything.

"One last question."

The captain of the guards had his men write it down in detail, and then cautiously inquired:

"Lady Lilith, could you please demonstrate your abilities...?"

His expression was somewhat uneasy, clearly worried that he might anger the other party. But he couldn't not ask, because in the past, there had been offspring of vampires and humans who had impersonated vampires and obtained treatment and status that did not belong to him; the vampire servant responsible for checking them was even executed for it...

Lilith narrowed her eyes slightly, and the next moment, a thick black mist quietly condensed in her palm.

"Is this enough?"

"Enough, enough!"

The captain of the guards' expression changed slightly, and he quickly nodded.

Condensing black mist is an ability that only adult vampires can use; even underage vampires cannot do it, let alone a blood servant like him.

This is enough to prove that the other party is a genuine vampire. If he continues to ask the other party to provide "proof", then the other party may have no choice but to prove it with his life.

The captain of the guard carefully handed Lilith a wooden plaque and seven gold coins, explaining:

"My lord, this is your pass. This... this Lady Olnia is a minor vampire, so she cannot have a pass. But according to the rules, every adult vampire receives five gold coins upon their first entry into the city, and every minor vampire receives two gold coins..."

Lilith took the gold coin, looked at the human head carved on it, and seemed to be deep in thought.

Gold coins were the most commonly used currency on this continent. Lilith's family also used currency and carried a large amount of gold coins with them during their migration, just in case. But unfortunately, those gold coins perished in the desert along with her people, leaving nothing behind.

Naturally, the gold coins "issued" by different families would also differ. It was a common practice for different families to engrave the portrait of their ruler on the currency issued in their territory to highlight the ruler's status.

And the image engraved on these gold coins may very well be that of Lycius—

A true god.

At least that's what they claim to be, and at least that's what all vampires believe, including Lilith in the past.

But in Lilith's eyes now, Ember seemed more like a true god than the never-before-seen Lyzius.

At least she had never heard of anyone who could turn an ordinary person into a true vampire, and allow a vampire to devour the essence of blood without taking huge risks, thereby obtaining the power contained therein.

Lilith glanced at the captain of the guards who was still blocking her way, and asked somewhat impatiently:

"May I enter the city?"

"Of course, of course..."

Some of the stunned guard captains broke out in a cold sweat and hurriedly made way for them.

"Olnia, my dear sister~, let's go."

Lilith's lips curled up slightly as she glanced at Olnia, who was still being led by Ember. Suddenly, she separated the two of them and, with a smile, pulled Olnia toward the city.

Olya paused for a moment, then looked up at Lilith in confusion, her eyes meeting Lilith's. She saw the provocation in Lilith's eyes, as if to say: If I can't have it, neither can you.

Olya's expression instantly turned blank, but she quickly regained her innocent look, casting a pleading glance at Ember. Ember could only shrug helplessly, indicating that he couldn't help her.

His current identity is that of a 'blood predator', and he has no right to contradict Lilith, his 'master'.

Lilith noticed the exchange of glances between the two, and the corners of her mouth turned up slightly.

It's her turn now!

Inside a café near King's Road in Backlund.

Melissa held a ceramic spoon, gently stirring her lemon-infused black tea, occasionally glancing out the window through the pale white mist. Her black veil sat on the seat beside her, and in front of her was a plate of the cheapest bread, which she hadn't taken a bite of.

She had initially worried that sitting there for too long would displease the coffee shop owner and prevent him from making more money. After all, this place was at the intersection of Queens and the West Side, as well as the crossroads of King Avenue and Hope Street—

The Prime Minister’s official residence is located at No. 9 Hope Street in the West End, and just a wall away next door is the House of Representatives on King’s Drive in Queens, where Benson is taking the first unified government employee exam.

This is the venue for the second round of exams, and only those who have passed the first round are qualified to come here.

This location undoubtedly places it among the most bustling areas in the entire western district. Her choice of the cheapest tea and bread, contrasting sharply with the prevailing prices, and her lingering presence, clearly made her an unpopular figure.

Although Benson had told her to order more expensive tea and pastries so the café owner wouldn't kick her out, Melissa still didn't want to waste Klein's compensation money; it would make her, a follower of the goddess of night, feel a strong sense of guilt.

Fortunately, she later discovered that many people were staying there, just like her, waiting for the exam across the street to finish. The café owner didn't show any impatience; instead of kicking them out, he even gave them a small plate of delicate pastries for free.

The café owner even generously allowed pets inside, so Da Ha and the others didn't have to stay in the cold outdoors, but could instead sit at her feet and enjoy the warmth of the fireplace with her.

Well, although Big Ha and the others probably don't need it at all...

Moreover, this special case may not be for Da Ha and his friends.

Melissa glanced subconsciously at the girl at the next table. She wore a pure white dress with gold lace trim, her long golden hair was casually tied up, flowing smoothly and shiny. Her emerald green eyes were as deep as the sea and as pure as the finest gemstones. Her features and face shape combined to create a breathtaking beauty, and her temperament was elegant and pure.

Melissa felt inexplicably inferior, as the other party was undoubtedly a true nobleman.

The large golden retriever lying at the other person's feet was also clearly quite valuable.

The exception was made specifically for her.

The blonde girl seemed to notice Melissa's gaze and gave her a friendly smile:

"Hello there."

"Hello……"

Melissa was somewhat flattered and unsure how to respond, so she asked, as if her mind had wandered:

Are you also waiting for your family member to take an exam?

"I'm waiting for my brother."

Audrey blinked and replied with a smile.

In fact, she was indeed waiting for the exam to end. But her brother, Hilbert, wasn't taking the exam; he was the examiner—

With the new emperor's ascension to the throne, the Hall family is actively seeking "progress" in all aspects. As the heir to the earldom, Hilbert is now the cabinet secretary and has also been given the opportunity to preside over the first unified examination for government employees.

(End of this chapter)