Maxime looked at the angry and bewildered Kai, understanding the gravity of the situation. Kai's daughter was supposed to inherit the Dragon Kingdom, and now she was a vampire. How would she fulfill her destiny with this transformation?
Maxime took a deep breath and addressed Kai. "Kaia was too weak, Kai. We were on the verge of losing her. I had to mark her to save her life. I never expected her to become a vampire. I didn't inject my venom into her to trigger the transformation."
Kai's eyes narrowed in confusion. "Then how did it happen?"
Kaia, sensing the need to clarify, interjected. "I'm part Zura, just like my mother. That's what led to my transformation."
Kai sank into a nearby chair, looking suddenly older and more exhausted. He turned to Maxime, his voice filled with resignati
