Blood Awakening: The Strongest Hybrid and His Vampire Bride

Chapter 156: Iron Fist Gym - Meeting an acquaintance

Nikolai stood for a moment, sucking in the warm, salty air that now became synonymous with Selene. He strolled to the inn with a huge smile on his face. The feelings of when he first awakened and gained money flowed through his body.

ʼI feel light, free and my path...ʼ He reached out into the air as if grasping the stars in the sky; he felt the jumbled and complicated feelings in his chest vanish.

”Thatʼs right... I will save mother, make Nikita and Selene the happiest women I can and become strong enough to crush any troubles that come her way.”

There were other thoughts and issues, but now Nikolai didnʼt think or complicated the feelings. If Lisa seduced him, he would enjoy it and play along. Should it go somewhere, he would tell his wives and take it from there. If it ended as a mere game or a bit of fun, then so be it.

His priorities were being set. The top three were his mother, father and two fiancees.

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”O-Oh~ itʼs Nikolai, hello!” The lovely ginger-haired girl greeted him with a smile at the desk, her eyes curiously looking around.

”Hello, you look quite lovely today. Iʼd like to thank you for letting us stay here, but because of work, we have to leave early.” Nikolaiʼs calm and easygoing smile added to his handsome face, made the young woman blush despite her budding feelings for Robert.

It was like seeing your favourite idol in the street, and she couldnʼt believe the change in Nikolaiʼs atmosphere.

ʼHis smile feels like the morning breeze on a warm summer morning... so attractive!ʼ

”B-But... you have two more nights....” Her face seemed to be upset; however, Nikolai took his card and placed it on the desk. The sudden appearance of a second black special VIP card made her little deerʼs heart pound.

”Donʼt worry, that one night at this hotel was worth hundreds at a fancy hotel in the city. Please accept our gratitude.”

”Oh... ah?!”

”Itʼs alright, Beth; I will finish this transaction.” The owner, Robert, placed his hands on her shoulders, causing the cute girl to blush.

”Nn... Iʼll go check the beer pumps in the basement!”

Beth scurried off like a rabbit, while Robert looked a little sour, but that was just a manʼs jealousy. Nikolai understood and could only chuckle, remembering himself acting this way in the past.

”Thank you, Robert. I hope that your relationship works out... Can you book this weekend for the next five years? Iʼll pay upfront.”

”H-Huh?!” The shock on his face made it seem like he was going to receive a complaint or something.

”Haha, you look so amusing, donʼt worry. I love my future wife. Your little lover reminds me of a rabbit or something akin to that.”

”Are you sure? Thatʼs quite a bit to pay upfront... Did you enjoy our inn that much?!”

Nikolaiʼs smile radiated with delight before he swiped his card and began to sign the digital terminal without issues.

”Thanks to this wonderful inn, I believe I found the missing mermaid that I was destined to spend my life with. I am grateful and want to come here every year with her to celebrate.”

”...”

Robertʼs face looked quite shocked, however Nikolai just smirked, adding a large tip in the optional column for both Robert and Beth. He did this for the entire five years, giving a significant boost to both of their incomes.

”Iʼll see you next year, or maybe sooner when I bring my Moon, though she is a little fierce and might not suit such a calm and lovely place.” The slight smirk at the corner of Nikolaiʼs face made Robert stunned for a long time before he came to his senses.

ʼWait... a mermaid and a moon?! This guy has multiple women!ʼ

”Tsk... the rich are so obscene, though I donʼt mind if they pay well! Hahaha, EVERYONE, itʼs A SUSHI NIGHT!”

His roar sounded, reaching the ear of Nikolai, who was boarding his expensive Ober, which used the same M9 Excelsior he loved to drive.

ʼI should get another car. Sometimes, itʼs fun to show off and just enjoy life. Now, my life is changing. There is no point in being chained to my past. Letʼs learn how to spend money properly. Ryan should be able to help me.ʼ

As the car pulled out of the small seaside town, a feeling of peace washed over him.

Nikolai would never forget that small inn. He could never have guessed a small trip would open the small wall between him and Selene. This allowed him to step inside, and in doing so... the walls he hid behind also came tumbling down.

ʼOne step at a time, I will approach you both... Letʼs have a wonderful eternity together.ʼ

***

An hour later, Nikolai found himself in front of an enormous building; the walls were clean and filled with posters on health management. Then another with ways to save money to improve your life and a huge banner with a muscular arm holding a black weight and forming a fist.

”Iron Fist Gym! Apply inside for affordable courses!”

ʼTo think that he made the courses so cheap. There are courses ranging from a budget I could have afforded in the past to premium courses that only someone like the current me could afford. After all, Alexei is a great man.ʼ

”Huh?! Is that you, White Wolf?” A shocked, deep voice sounded from behind Nikolai.

”Hmmm?”

He turned to face the voice and saw Brian from the mercenary team and his wife in training clothes, which made him feel strange. ”You both train here?!”

”Haha, why do you think my body is so good!” Brian said with a pleased voice; he then patted Nikolaiʼs shoulder with a warm gaze. ”I heard you helped Lisa; take care of her. Sheʼs like a sister to the group. Iʼm just glad she stopped dying her hair blonde and going out to party all the time.”

Nikolai felt Brianʼs pure concern with his blood aura, the feeling of his wife the same. These two were purely good people.

ʼEven if he hunts monsters, if I had the strength before awakening. Could I say I wouldnʼt help Ryan do the same?ʼ Thatʼs why he chose not to judge the people in the mercenary group.

”Itʼs a shame Bruce doesnʼt come to the gym, haha.” Nikolai chose just to make a joke while Brianʼs palms slapped his shoulder with a huge grin.

”Youʼre damn right! He always uses magic, but that kid is so weak. We once had to hike the mountain at the northeastern border, and he collapsed three times!”

”Honey—” Brianʼs wife spoke, her voice quite calming as she hugged her husband and kissed his cheek. ”—Iʼm going to join the girls for my spa and training sessions. It seems that Luisa is attending the classes after her long absence!”

ʼOh? Luisa also works at the gym, should I invite Lisa, Sarah and the other girls at my company to train here? Nikita and Selene have enormous families, but those people...ʼ

Nikolai nodded to himself. Before stepping inside, he didnʼt want to make Brain and his wife feel uncomfortable. ”Brian, Iʼm training with Alexei, so I have to check in; you better be getting the same level of classes!”

”Honey, after all, that young man is so well-mannered...” Brianʼs wife whispered as she hugged him tight.

”I know, look at this!” Brian showed one of the rare discounted tickets for Alexeiʼs course. It was a 50% off voucher that lasted a year. ”Iʼve always wanted to train under the boss. Honestly, I worried about the next mission... I hope Nikolai comes with me again.”

”Fufu, make sure to take care of your new friend. He seems to want to do the same for you. My dear.”

The pair slowly followed hand-in-hand in a wonderful mood.

***

ʼWith Alexei training him, I am sure Brian wonʼt die against the wraiths or future monsters.ʼ

When he entered the gym, a strange feeling greeted him. The cool air was a pleasant scent, and this was despite hundreds of guys working out around the building. He noticed the employees looked relaxed and that ALL of them were monsters.

Nikolaiʼs mind became more clear-cut after the night with Selene. ʼWhether monster or human, I will accept those who accept me. Those against me... well, fuck ʼem!ʼ

”Greetings!”

Suddenly, Nikolai noticed a girl with pink hair, a tight outfit and large breasts at the front desk. He noticed with each step that she bounced slightly along with her lewd body, yet he felt nothing. A feeling of appreciation for beauty but his crotch and heart were still.

ʼHmmm... her aura seems to be quite amusing.ʼ He felt the aura of the small woman oozing with hunger and sexual desire. This monster was likely one that fed off the energy of men.

[This girl is a dream eater, or Muma in the eastern lands. The males feed on women, while the females feed on the desires of men.]

[Donʼt worry, although she is oozing sexual desire, they feed mostly off of this thick scent, and the gym is perfect for them. Like an all-you-can-eat buffet!]

ʼI see...ʼ

”Hello, I am Nikolai Volkov. I have a private training session with Alexei.” He was polite, not caring what type of demon or monster she might be. Nikolai didnʼt want to be rude to other monsters just because of their race.

ʼIf I was an incubus, wouldnʼt that be me standing in her place? Their fighting power is low compared to other monsters...ʼ

”Oh my gosh?! THE Nikolai Volkov? I saw you in the arena—”

”Sharem, donʼt flirt with the bossʼs client. You know that someone like Sir Volkov wouldnʼt come here just to have a fling with a muma, right?”

”Hmph... donʼt tell me off Zaruna!”

The two Muma seemed to be playful with each other as they began to fight with wrestling moves. However, Nikolai could see the pink clouds emitted from their bodies with each movement, like a billowing cloud adding to the sweet scent in the gym.

ʼHmmm, is that their sweat or their body odour?ʼ

[Itʼs a Mumaʼs pheromone and their special blood art; it makes humans and male demons alike feel stimulated and increases their desire to work hard. The cloud boosts testosterone levels and is a great boost to the men working out in this gym.]

ʼArenʼt they a very wholesome and useful race then?ʼ

Nikolai watched them fight, the two pulling, yanking and beating each other with some brutal mixed martial arts, almost wanting to step in. Then suddenly, a third, dark-skinned Muma appeared, with short black hair and golden eyes.

”Sorry, Sir Volkov! The boss has passed this key to you; you will train in the third-floor basement! Thank you for coming, and please enjoy your stay!” When she handed the key, her soft, delicate hands stroked his fingers and palms. They felt like silk.

[Nikolai...]

ʼMother, sheʼs just a bit sexy, donʼt be annoying~ I wonʼt fuck her.ʼ

[Wait till your father hears about this...]

ʼHmm... wouldnʼt he be proud if I conquered a Muma with my body?ʼ

[...]

[Men!]

Ignoring Elizabethʼs huff and complaining, he just laughed while taking the keys. ”Thanks for the keys; your hands are really beautiful. Take care.”

”Ah... Ustia! Thatʼs my name...”

”Mmm, weʼll probably see each other often.”

Nikolai felt he became free and lost the heavy burdens; as long as he didnʼt go too far, it was fun to speak with young women in such a playful way.

He ignored the sound of the fighting becoming more intense behind him. Instead, he felt the sweet scent of three Muma mixing, which made him feel focused and want to train even more.

ʼLetʼs meet Alexei!ʼ