Rise of the Lustful Evil Monarch (Re)

Third Person's POV

"But remember this, if they attempt such ostentatious behavior again, the consequences will be 'severe'. Deliver this message to the 'main' family. They will not be given another warning."

The man's red pupils constricted in fear, and he nodded frantically and didn't dare to say another word.

"Is that all you have to say?" Ethan asked as his voice remained sharp and unrelenting.

"Please… I've told you everything I know…" the man pleaded and tears streamed down his face.

But Ethan could see the hatred simmering beneath the surface as the man's thoughts were undoubtedly filled with malice.

Ethan tilted his head slightly as a slow smirk spread across his face.

"For now, it's enough" he murmured in a tone laced with amusement.

"But if I find out you've been lying…"

The man shuddered and nodded frantically. He didn't need Ethan to finish the threat.

At that moment, a massive bat descended from the shadows of the castle's spires and its wings beat silently as it landed before them.

A masked woman clad in full armor dismounted and her impressive figure was accentuated by the sleek design of her gear. She knelt on one knee before the duchess before uttering in a solemn and commanding voice.

"This servant is available to listen to Her Majesty's orders," she declared and placed her hand over her huge armored chest in a gesture of loyalty.

"No need to be so formal, Aether," the duchess replied.

"Your task is to escort this wretch and deliver my message to the side branch—word for word."

Ethan could sense the duchess's annoyance at the term "side branch," but his attention was momentarily diverted by her striking presence.

Her caramel-colored hair peeked out from beneath her helmet, and though her face was hidden, he could imagine that she was definitely a great beauty.

For a brief moment, his mind wandered and imagined what it would be like to overpower her and put his face on and suck those huge milkies of hers.

A sharp pinch on his waist brought him back to reality. He winced and glanced over to see Virelle glaring at him as her eyes were filled with murderous intent.

He panicked for a second and quickly sent her a sound transmission and attempted damage control.

It's not what you think, Virelle baby. I was just impressed by her loyalty and strength. It's commendable, really.

Virelle rolled her eyes and was clearly unconvinced. But she suddenly turned her head to the side and sent a sound transmission back to Ethan.

If you're that desperate, Brother Ethan, I'll… I'll let you have a taste of mine tonight, she transmitted in her voice tinged with both shyness and determination.

Ethan's heart raced at her bold declaration as he looked at her reddened ears that had become like this due to her bold declaration and he eagerly looked forward to the night ahead.

Their playful banter did not escape the duchess's notice. She could hear their sound transmissions clearly, and she was totally shocked for a second at what was going on but soon a small smile played on her lips.

Nyx's disciple is indeed something else, she thought.

He managed to win Virelle's heart in such a short time—a feat many have tried and failed to achieve. But then again, little Ethan is a unique child.

Her thoughts were interrupted as the memory of Ethan's silver-red blood resurfaced in her mind with its taste still lingering in her mind.

Her eyes glowed like red suns for a split second before they returned to normal, and her expression once again turned calm and composed.

As the woman named Aether prepared to carry out her orders, Ethan couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. The day was far from over and the night was already promised to be even more eventful.

But then, he suddenly remembered his purpose for coming here and his gaze shifted to the wretched figure of the middle-aged man who was now being lifted by the beautiful and busty woman named Aether from the scruff of his neck.

She is most likely the rumored guard commander of Scarlet Hollow Castle.

The thought flashed through Ethan's mind as he watched her mount the massive bat. The huge creature let out a deep and almost inaudible screech as its sound vibrated unnaturally in the air.

Ethan's ears twitched, and he heard the delayed echo of its cry a couple of seconds later.

Was that an infrasonic wave? He grimaced and he rubbed the sides of his head as a sharp pain stabbed through his skull.

Normal humans can't hear such frequencies… but I can. Is it because of my newfound supernatural abilities?

The realization unsettled him.

That bat wasn't even aiming at me yet its screech caused me pain, just how strong is it?

During this, the woman named Aether was unfazed and took off into the sky as she vanished below the peak of Scarlet Hollow Mountain with the prisoner in tow.

Ethan exhaled sharply and turned toward the silent duchess, who was staring at him with her expression hidden in the darkness.

A flicker of surprise crossed his face but he quickly composed himself and bowed respectfully.

"Apologies for the delayed greeting, Lord Altheria. I only regained consciousness last night."

The duchess waved a hand dismissively in a mild tone.

"No need for such formalities, little Ethan. It was not your fault that you were unconscious for a week. Your Master was quite distressed over your condition."
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Ethan stiffened at the mention of Master Nyx and a bit of anxiety flashed across his face. His voice was laced with concern as he spoke soon after.

"Because I woke up at night, I was only able to speak with Lady Virelle in the morning. She told me about my master's disappearance. It's been a week since she left the castle."

He took a deep breath with a solemn face.

"I wanted to ask if you know where my Master is, Lord Altheria..."