TIARA THORNELLS As I stepped inside the mansion, I was immediately met by Commander Brigo's entire family. They had been waiting for me, and from the looks on their faces, I realized they had witnessed everything too. Their eyes were wide. Some looked stunned, others speechless. A few of them even seemed afraid. But what I saw most clearly was the unmistakable expression of astonishment at the power I had unleashed. They didn’t try to hide it. They expressed their amazement, praising my strength with words both cautious and admiring. After what I have done to those vampires, I knew better than to show kindness too easily. Especially not to immortals. Hesitation was a weakness they would exploit the moment they sensed it. That’s why I stood firm, if I had to be. Every word I had sp

