Blood Awakening: The Strongest Hybrid and His Vampire Bride

Chapter 273 The Growth of Each Member

Nikolai explained the plan and told them he would follow Ryanʼs leadership, but with Risa beside him, they would also make a security and backup plan to ensure safety.

”Because this nest is in the south, it will be easier to gather forces. It appears that the enemy is a sea monster, but wonʼt be confirmed until mission day.”

”Then, Nikolai, will we wait along the coast in plain sight?”

”No Selene because there are multiple caves, and like the wraiths before. I believe they will be connected. This time we are going as a solo group. So I would like your group to enter the caves we canʼt and secure a safe route for me and Risa.”

Selene and Nikita nodded while smiling faintly.

They became excited at Nikolaiʼs growth over the past few weeks.

He became more caring and open but started to put his foot down and take a stance when the girls went too far, or he didnʼt like something. They didnʼt want a yes-man, but a powerful male that loved them and would eventually lead them.

”I understand, Nikolai. Then will you need anything else from me, I can create clones that work well as either scouts or combat aides.”

Kumikoʼs transformation shocked them equally, from the moment she accepted her feelings for Nikolai and they became a couple. She matured and started acting like his wife, supporting and guiding him forward, all while protecting him from behind.

ʼSheʼs a strong competitor, but doesnʼt mistreat anyone, so I cannot hate her.ʼ

ʼKumi is such a good woman, itʼs difficult to compete.ʼ

Selene and Nikitaʼs thoughts were almost identical to the Nine-tailed fox, but they didnʼt dislike this honest and friendly competition.

It helped Nikolai improve, and become happier. Meanwhile, they also matured and grew stronger as a unit, all because their roles became solidified with Kumiko as the glue.

”I hope you can support Nikita and Selene while your true body sticks with Leona and the maids to pass on messages should the technology or headsets fail.”

”Yes, Husband, I will follow your wishes.” With a polite eastern bow, at a perfect 90-degree angle, she looked enchanting with her faint smile.

Nikolaiʼs cheeks became slightly red.

Although he was showered with the fierce affection of all the women, Kumikoʼs gentle and graceful way of displaying her support felt foreign and a little ticklish.

ʼThis seductive fox is becoming dangerous.ʼ

Sometimes Kumiko would shift her shoulders, or hips while speaking to him, showing her destructive cleavage and curves at a better angle. Almost as if inborn into her body.

”Phew, what about you girls, is there anything you want to know?”

Nikolaiʼs smile caused them to gasp, before Nikita spoke first, a lovely voice as always.

”Why did you accept Ryanʼs request? I thought his father tried to kill you.”

The question caught Nikolai off guard, but he couldnʼt help but smile back at her sharp yellow orbs, and curious expression.

”First, because Ryan is not his father. But… because heʼs been my closest friend for years, he was there when I had nothing or no one else to help me and finally. How many times did I let you girls down, itʼs more than once, right?”

”Ah… but Nikolai.”

”Itʼs okay, Selene, donʼt sugar coat it. I know that I had many things to learn and acted foolish several times.”

”Well, you were a bad boy.” Risa mused, biting her lower lip.

ʼSheʼs trying to lighten the mood, such a wonderful woman.ʼ

”Thatʼs why I wanted to give him another chance, after all… Unlike humans, we live a long time, once he dies I will still have a long life ahead of me. To hold a grudge against someone not directly related is a slippery slope.”

”What if this is another attempt on our lives?”

”Then I wonʼt show any mercy, and skin him while alive. But I have my doubts that he will.”

Nikolai looked into their eyes while answering their questions but was troubled because they became excited about each answer.

Kumiko stood furthest away, but her tails and red cheeks gave away her state. Risa and Nikita clung to his arms, touching his thighs while Selene, took a step back for once.

The other women took their turns asking, but even if he tried to guide the conversation, it would steer back on course.

”Alright, letʼs calm down and prepare for the hunt, Ryan said it would take place tomorrow.”

Nikolai gazed at the four women, noticing Leona to the side, silently observing with a faint smile. He realised how talented Leona was after speaking with his father.

ʼTo think she was one of my fatherʼs potential bridal candidates, does she hold a grudge?ʼ

”Are you okay with helping me, Leona?” He couldnʼt help but ask her, causing the young-looking womanʼs shoulders to jitter.

”Y-Young Lord, my duty is to—”

”Itʼs not about duty, but whether you and the other maids are willing to accept the danger. Itʼs not an order, but a request.”

He noticed that many of the women became quiet when he spoke and waited for him to finish before they interrupted. Nikita seemed happy just hugging his side, while Risa used his arm as a pillow, grinning back at the others.

”U-understood, then if we may… The maids and I will be happy to follow along with the Young Lord. To do our part.” Leona gave him an angelic smile, and he couldnʼt help but accept it.

”Then, you are dismissed. Go have a rest with the other combat maids, send the reserves to serve us until tomorrow.”

”Yes, My Lord.” With her long dress, she bowed and disappeared behind an open door.

”…”

”Hm?”

”Tsk…”

”Oh My~”

The four women, Nikita, Risa, Selena and finally Kumiko, reacted to the actions of Leona, each one noticing the subtle changes the maid showed when dealing with them and Nikolai.

”I donʼt like that woman, sheʼs sneaky,” Risa complained while squeezing Nikolaiʼs arms.

”Haha, Risa looks jealous, but I agree darling, why does she act so strange?”

Nikitaʼs question caused Nikolai to touch his chin while thinking, as Leonaʼs odd behaviour came to his mind. Occasionally, she was overly touchy and close. Yet, she never stepped too far with him. He noticed the girls seemed insecure about her, and couldnʼt help but be honest.

”Nothing is going on between us and if I was going to fuck her. I will tell you first, understood?”

His declaration caused Nikita and Risa to look at each other before they smirked. Seleneʼs eyes and body seemed to flicker with embers as her teeth sank into her lower lip.

Kumiko however, stepped closer to Nikolai and leaned into his ear, and whispered something as she placed his hand between her chest.

With the alluring and seductive action from Kumiko, the four women seemed shocked, especially since Kumiko rarely showed a competitive or envious side in their presence. ”You understand, right, dear husband?” Kumikoʼs soft voice echoed as his hand sank deeper into her cleavage.

ʼWarm and soft…ʼ

Nikolaiʼs cheeks burned from the saucy comment from Kumiko, different from her neat and innocent image. It was enough to make his crotch ache, but he understood that this was her warning and jealousy.

”I do, rather than looking for a wild dog, Iʼll seek my lovely fox.”

Mwah ♡

”Thatʼs my hunky werewolf.”

Kumikoʼs lips pressed against his cheek, then his nose and then his forehead, before she tapped each place with her fingertip. She then turned around and flicked his face with her soft, bushy tails and skipped away with a radiant smile.

”Did we just lose to Kumi?”

”I think so, Nikita…”

Selene didnʼt speak, only watching Kumiko who returned to her position, the place Nikolai touched as red as her cheeks. She could only shake her head and realise that she needed to improve her approach.

”Nikolai, I am going to prepare for tomorrow, please come to my room later.” She then left with a polite bow, her sharp scarlet red eyes watching Kumiko.

Nikita remained quiet and instead leaned her head onto his shoulder, looking at Risa before gazing back at Kumiko who started preparing some eastern style tea. Continue your adventure with

”I thought you might be thirsty after talking so much, Dear husband.”

Now the women were noticing how dangerous and skilled Kumikoʼs approach was, causing their desire and competitiveness to spike.

Even Nikitaʼs heart shuddered in shock when Kumikoʼs actions made Nikolaiʼs hearts race so fast. Nikita could hear how much those simple and natural actions shocked him.

Nikolai himself didnʼt think this way.

Each of the girls carried their own charms, and Kumikoʼs gap made her so appealing.

The homely and intense love of Nikita constantly made him warm and soothed. Seleneʼs cold and heavy love filled with her passion and jealousy was fun and kept him on his toes.

Meanwhile, Risa was like a chameleon. Her love was sometimes thick, and other times heavy, but able to adapt to the situation and avoid clashing with the other women.

”You girls should follow Selene and prepare, I have to speak with Alexei and train with my father later today. Moreover, I think Nagisa and Selina will be visiting with Anya and Claudia to help train you in the future.”

Because he worried about his wives, he asked his father and Nagisa if they could help them grow stronger. Of course, Nikitaʼs training would be light because of her situation.

ʼItʼs not like our enemies would stop killing because our women are pregnant.ʼ

Especially if this was bigger than just the clans, and involved the tower… Ivan went to visit Vlad to ask if it was the current Nosferatu who betrayed the vampires and caused chaos in the past.

ʼIs this what Alucard was speaking about when I went to meet him?ʼ Suddenly, a few of the things that Alucard spoke about and the truth behind the false history started making sense.