Making the hidden fortress at the northern region of the territory of King Lionel.

As the temporary main base of Malia.

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Due to its very cold and covered in snow terrain, the hidden fortress became more difficult to locate for outsiders.

Inside the fortress which is located within the mountain, a decent space for residency and training for the vampires were established by the Gorvic Coven.

The Gorvic Coven pledged loyalty to the Grand Vampire Elder, Amelia, after she saved their lives from persecution.

King Lionel ordered for their death warrants but Amelia chose not to kill them for their defiance to him.

Amelia's efforts of saving them and understanding the reason for their defiance made the entire coven of Gorvic to be grateful and indebted to the Grand Vampire Elder.

With Malia's arrival and sudden plans for her rise to power, the entire coven was shaken to its core.

Remy as the leader of the Gorvic Coven, they raised their concerns for any uncertainties and fears for their future.

Having no preparations makes things more worrisome.

[-In the strategy room-]

Malia was occupied in analyzing the geographic location of the northern fortress and the castle of King Lionel.

Wearing a new black dress, accentuating the curves of her body and exposing more skin than the usual clothing she wears before.

Her appearance was more sensual than before.

Exuding with sultriness.

The male vampires guarding the doors were very nervous and distracted with her presence.

While Remy and Amelia accompanied Malia in the strategy room.

Guiding her with the things she wanted to know.

A huge table with an entire map and pins which indicates the territories of King Lionel and his allies.

"So basically this is the map of the entire territory of the king of vampires and the location of his allies?"

Both Amelia and Remy confirmed.

"There are only few covens who are willing to support us if ever I rise to power. Challenging King Lionel ought to be more difficult than I expected it to be." Malia kept analyzing the miniature landscape of the geographic locations of the vampire covens and the territory of King Lionel.

"Yes, it must be planned thoroughly. King Lionel is not only the most powerful and strongest vampire. He is also surrounded with powerful and strong vampires. If dealing with the king of vampires is a problem, then his henchmen are quite troublesome as well." Remy shared her own insights regarding the plans of Malia.

Seconded by Amelia.

"Your plan to challenge the king of vampires must go through a series of preparations. For us to succeed in our objective for you to take power. Not just within the vampire kingdom but also on a bigger scale." Amelia gave her own assessment.

After hearing the two vampires convey their concerns, a confident smirk was seen from Malia.

"What if we cut off his supplies and resources from his blood farms? Drying him out and his allies. That would greatly affect them!" Malia suggested.

Upon hearing this, they were surprised.

"What?!?" Remy sounded surprised.

While Amelia asked Malia directly, "Cutting off the supplies and drying the vampires out?"

"Yes … Is it wrong to do so?"

In their disbelief, only Amelia tried to make Malia understand the risk of harming the other vampires that they could potentially sway as their allies.

Because it will not only affect King Lionel but the entire population of vampires as well.

Chaos would follow within the kingdom of vampires.

"It is so unfortunate for both of you not to see what I am trying to achieve here." Malia's tone had a hint of disappointment.

Placing red flags on each territory, the other vampires wondered.

"Imagine if we can hoard the supplies and resources of the blood farms of the king of vampires. We can topple down his influence and rally our own faction." Malia informed the two about her initial plans.

Surprised at the mention of the idea of hoarding supplies and resources, Amelia pointed out the difficulty of this plan.

"Underestimating me that much?"

"N-no! It's more of … providing you a realistic approach on your plans." Amelia clarified to Malia.

"I forgot to remind you … My elemental bracelet can amplify my elemental abilities. To a point where I can summon calamities. I do not need an army to attack. I need an army to guard the warehouse where I plan to keep all the resources and supplies which I intend to steal."

Malia continued,

"But I have something better in mind rather than stealing. Destroying it all completely would demand for a massive replenishing of the lost ones. And with that … they would be forced to seek for human blood and stack up new ones. Thus, will make the Hunters Association enraged against King Lionel. Then if it may also force some of the allied vampires of King Lionel to poach around the nearby kingdoms."

Remy and Amelia were shocked at the level of schemes which Malia was planning to make.

"This is not the way in handling the vampire matters. It will further implicate the vampires in a bad light. You will force the vampires to go against the others. Desperation will make them wreak havoc. This is a dangerous path to take!" Amelia tried to convince Malia to reconsider her plans.

"Oh, Amelia! Sometimes sacrifices has to be made for us to achieve our goals. You want peace for vampires? Then we must assert force to gain peace. To inflict fear to our enemies, it will gain reluctance to go against us in the future." Confidently elaborated by Malia.

Worried for the result of the plan of Malia, Amelia insisted on Malia to reconsider.

"I know that my ways is far too much for both of you. But do you have anyone else that could stop the reign of your current king. As I can see it, you needed me because there was no one that can take him down. I am your only hope in removing your king from his throne." Malia looked overly confident with her words.

"Yes, we do need you! But we do not want you to create a chaotic place for the vampires to live in. This is why exactly we broke faith with the king of vampires. Because of his tyranny!" Remy complained.

Dark energy filled the room.

The ground shook and vibrated at Malia's will.

"Actually, I am being kind to you and your coven. You serve me or you die!! Only two options I give to anyone. If you serve me, I expect no opposition and complaints. Instead, inputs and contribution in achieving my plan!"

Going further to her explanation and threats,

"I do not force anyone to stay by my side. It's your choice! But remember … I am not in the mood for any opposition. Only death awaits those who oppose me!"

Instantly, they sensed the threatening power of Malia.

The Grand Vampire Elder held Remy's hand to stop her from complaining further.

"She will kill you on sight if you oppose further and complain." Amelia whispered.

Giving in to Malia's plans was the only path for them to take now.

"But …"

"We have already chosen this path, Remy! There is no more point of return. We can wait for the right moment to strike. For now, we obey!" Amelia whispered while masking their discreet conversation through her illusion mist.

Making Malia see a different scene.

Which makes Malia think they were merely listening and bowing to her.

Clenching her fist because they may have released a far worse creature than the king of vampires.

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Meanwhile,

[-In the Ever Garden-]

Booth complained why he had to be the one to plunge the dagger on Malia's heart.

Princess Pearl sighed before explaining to Booth.

"Magenta cannot do it. It is not her fate to do so. Compared to her, you will have a better opportunity to get near to Malia. My dear sister will be playing a different role during your face-off against her. For us to succeed, it must be you who have plunge that dagger!" Princess Pearl recommended to Booth.

Standing next to the magical pond, the princess of fairies showed to Booth the consequence of not doing so.

A horrifying scene was shown.

Massive deaths …

Complete chaos …

And the never-ending suffering of humans.

Booth held the grip of the dagger tightly as he thought of the worst outcome.

"Fine!"

Before he could speak further, a loud sound of horn could be heard.

"The Queen has arrived!" The other fairies uttered.

"We need to go now or else there will be no assurance we can leave the kingdom." Magenta worriedly stated.

"My sister will definitely be angry once she finds out there is a human in the Ever Garden." Princess Pearl mentioned.

Magenta and Princess Pearl were alarmed.

And things has intensified for them.

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