Blood Awakening: The Strongest Hybrid and His Vampire Bride

Chapter 144: The Auctioned Items

[From Dravyn Auction House]

[Med-EX] delivered your package at 9:02 PM Nexus Time!

(Image of a package tossed on the floor, crumpled and clearly stood on several times.)

ʼWell, at least the delivery service is the same as I know it to be here...ʼ

He could only find it amusing that Seleneʼs hand was in the image holding the package. It seemed she visited the VIP apartment in the Jhin district. ʼI wonder if she was trying to meet me?ʼ

However, he hoped she didnʼt open the box, because it contained the rings he bought the other day.

ʼI should try to give them both the rings in a more romantic way instead of treating them like a mere trinket...ʼ

”Risa, remember to order whatever you fancy for the main. I only got the recommended appetiser and wine course. If you choose steak then theyʼll bring a wine more suited to that. Though make sure to list your race, as some of their seasonings arenʼt compatible with certain races.”

”Eh~ I like spicy things, though, even if it makes me sick.” She complained, but he shrugged and flicked her nose, changing her dish to one suitable for cat-type beastmen.

Sarah seemed quite excited but also reluctant to make her order. It felt like he saw himself and how he should be acting through her—thus, Nikolai could relax.

ʼSo Sarah identifies more as a vampire. Is it because she has more influence from my Báthory bloodline than my Volkov blood? Quite interesting to know.ʼ

Nikolai himself chose two main dishes. His stomach became almost bottomless after he awakened and became a monster. Thus, he chose a course for werewolves and a course for vampires, with a curious desire to taste several wines.

ʼI should get a palate cleanser since one dish is meat and the other fish... letʼs have the fish first because of the lighter taste and white wine.ʼ

With this, their dinner finally started for real, with Sarah and Risa both chatting away. Despite their arguing earlier, it seemed they started to bond over the food.

He felt delighted to see this while drinking another glass of the expensive wine with a light, crisp taste.

***

Meanwhile, a few minutes earlier at the entrance, Nikita, Nagisa and Kumiko arrived. The same as Nikolai, the front desk met them with a polite and respectful greeting.

”Greetings, lady, Fenrir. It is a pleasure to meet you.” The handsome male wearing white gloves greeted Nikita, her mother letting her choose the room and meals tonight as a treat for treating Kumiko well.

ʼHehe~ itʼs so cool to be treated like the master of my family. Ah, no I must remain calm and the perfect lady. Mom said Nikolai loves women who have depth to them!ʼ

”Hmmm, is the first room available?”

Nikitaʼs eyes looked over the costs and various rooms and noticed the open garden in the first and second VIP rooms. Thanks to her motherʼs early booking and their familyʼs high standing in the monster world. She could book any room if they were open without an appointment.

”Please forgive me, Lady Fenrir—however, just earlier, a party already bought the Imperial package for VIP room one. I can offer you the Royal package in VIP room two if you donʼt dislike the idea?”

ʼDamn... I really wanted to see the best room, but I canʼt get angry... I am not some stupid young master.ʼ

Although she felt a little angry, her lips twitched for a moment. Nikita then thought of something, while her mother spoke worried she might flip her temper.

”Nikita~ the second room should be okay, right?”

At the same time, the lovely blonde Kumiko saw the prices, and her cute eyes widened much like Sarahʼs earlier.

”Ah, mother, itʼs fine... instead, I can just come here with Nikolai and have a private date, right? Hehe.”

The maleʼs eyes lit up upon hearing this information; he could use any details or knowledge gained for the future. However, he needed to be careful not to get caught—otherwise, it would be rude and cause an issue for the restaurant.

Information about young ladies and their partners or gossip was extremely valuable, especially for the big families of each race.

”Be careful.” Nagisaʼs eyes narrowed, her voice also with a slight warning to the male.

”Forgive me, dear customer. I shall arrange the VIP Royal course for room two.” The male immediately apologised after seeing how sharp and intense her gaze had become.

Meanwhile, Nikita and Kumiko looked quite excited at the idea of what to try; however, only now did they notice how special the first two rooms were.

”Nikita, look the second room can also use the special garden you liked!” Since they began speaking in the car, both of the girls slowly built a connection. Nikita usually felt wary of other females. After she slept with Nikolai, her balance of hormones and emotions became more balanced.

”Oh?! Do you like the look of those flowers? Letʼs hurry to the room and order. Hehe.”

”Nn!”

”Okay, calm down, girls. The meal and restaurant wonʼt run away. You can come here again in the future.”

”Really, Mom?!”

Nagisa loved children, but for the longest time, Nikita was more like her husband, always fighting or stalking the Volkov boy. However, she felt a ease now, looking at the two cute canine girls peering at her with wet eyes as if begging to come again.

ʼThese girls... Nikita finally became more feminine. Will she start going shopping with me in the future?ʼ

The night after she lost her virginity, Nikita asked her mother about makeup and perfume for the first time in her life. To Nagisa it was the happiest moment in her life after giving birth to her and Kurone. After all, the Ookami clan loved to doll up and were one of the monster races with the highest female power.

”Letʼs go, the poor girl is waiting to guide us to the room!”

”Yes!”

”Okay, Mom!”

***

The same girl guided the ladies like Nikolai. The regular garden captivated both girls, so when they saw the second VIP room, their eyes shone like stars.

Kumiko had never been to such a lovely place in her entire life. Her brother did his best to protect her in the Silver Clanʼs foreign home. However, she was too sick to be able to manage.

Thanks to her Uncle Ivan and the home of Nagisa, having a special herb that calmed her fits and seizures. Kumiko wasnʼt in danger right now and could truly relax for the first time in her life.

However, everything around her caused the blonde girl to lose her composure.

ʼOver one thousand dollars for a bottle of wine????? The main course is five hundred!ʼ

Kumiko looked at Nagisa, who smiled at her before helping them choose the right meals, considering their races and personal tastes.

”I think the starter dish would be perfect. How do you two feel about the sea-based foods?” Both girls nodded, causing Nagisa to continue. Because she knew Nikitaʼs taste well. Thanks to the fact Kumiko had similar tastes made her feel she gained a third daughter for free.

Nagisaʼs eyes narrowed into a smooth curve, watching the tails of the golden fox slapping the seat as the scent of fish and meat filled the room.

ʼSo they both dislike basil and rosemary... fufu, such lovely girls.ʼ

”Hmmm?”

Nikita sat against the vast window, her tail hanging out, swaying in the cool breeze from the artificial wind. She began to sniff the air because a familiar scent began to flow from the garden. ʼIt smells like Nikolai.ʼ She had grease on her lips while chewing on a crispy tiger prawn.

ʼAh, I canʼt focus on my meal..ʼ

Nikita wiped her lips before snooping out the window; she could hear some women speaking and chirping in the next room while her mother was feeding Kumiko various dishes with a delighted face.

ʼIs Nikolai here?ʼ

She wondered while sitting on the window ledge, eating her plate of prawns and sipping on the sweet wine she liked because it wasnʼt too strong.

”Nikita~ weʼre going to fix our makeup. Are you coming?” Nagisa placed a hand on her cheek. The red blush on her cheeks showed how happy she felt. Meanwhile, Kumiko was just as red, but from the strong drinks, she kept being fed.

Then she turned to look into the other room, and her lovely eyes lit up.

***

Nikolai and the girls began to get a little excited by the pleasant atmosphere and food. The sweet scent of alcohol, the savoury aroma of the meat, and its specialised sauce filled the room as they enjoyed a brief break.

They specifically designed the wine sold at monster bars or restaurants to work on supernatural beings and monsters. This was also the reason he got drunk at the work meetup the other day because the SSS needed the same drinks to feel the effects.

ʼHmmm...?ʼ

He was a little dizzy from constantly sharing drinks with Risa and Sarah. Because of that, he sat against the window.

”Should we go and pick up some deserts?” Sarah asked, while he nodded, stroking Risaʼs silky hair as she sat down beside him like Sarah.

ʼI need a piss...ʼ

Nikolai stood up and started to walk towards the door to the bathroom—however, before doing that, he turned to the girls and tossed his card, just in case. ”Order whatever you want for dessert, and get a few more bottles of wine. Iʼm going to the restroom. Be back soon.”

”We got it.” His companions smiled with reddened faces and laughed happily together.

However, Nikolai only paused before entering the washroom...

ʼWhy am I feeling something strange...ʼ

He looked back at the door that went outside. Somehow, he could sense something calling him. ʼAh... Itʼs Nikitaʼs scent...ʼ Though quite drunk, he couldnʼt mistake her scent after spending the night together and marking each other. Plus, he wanted to see her quite a lot.

After taking a small breath in, he walked along the VIP corridor and noticed someone coming towards the door. He noticed a girl was being spoken to by some arrogant human wearing an expensive outfit and speaking down to her.

”Whatʼs a poor-looking girl like you doing here? Oh, did your dad give you some pocket money to buy the cheapest meal? Hahaha!”

”I am not cheap! Please leave me alone. Let me go back to my room!” The blonde tried to return to the second VIP room but felt worried because the human looked to be quite rich. ”Sir, can you please leave?”

”You should treat me nicely.” The human reached out and grabbed her wrist. But before she could resist, suddenly, the pressure of death washed over the pair and forced the man to step away in shock.

”Eh?” Although Kumiko experienced this situation several times, she never expected to be helped.

But when she saw who saved her, she felt confused.

His scent was strange... yet comfortable, and the moment his hand touched hers, she felt her blood become active, different from her seizures. She felt a sense of sudden euphoria, causing her to become dizzy and fall into his chest.

Nikolai looked at the strange blonde girl. Before he could smell her properly and mixed with Nikita was the scent of Nagisa and a fox...

ʼSo this girl is a fox? Quite a lovely little fox. However... why is my blood acting so strange...ʼ

Like Kumiko, the moment he touched her, his Obsidian Tide began to surge out of his control, causing a severe sensation of excitement and bloodlust.

ʼThatʼs odd... My instincts are reacting strangely.ʼ

Nikolai leaned down and helped the girl regain her posture.

However, the moment she peered into his eyes, their scents mixed. They both felt as if their blood began to rage; the pair felt like a storm erupted inside their bodies; their scent and aura began to explode and spread through the building, gradually becoming thicker and stronger.

”Whatʼs going on?! Kumiko, are you alright?!” Nagisa came from the restroom, no longer looking affected by the alcohol. Instead, looking fierce before she saw who was holding her. ”Oh My~ itʼs Nikolai, youʼre here too?”

”Ah... mother-in-law?”

The moment Nagisa appeared, she pulled the pair apart. Her eyes were gazing between the two before speaking under her breath while looking at the dazed and blushing Kumiko.

”I knew he could help... But, it feels like Iʼve done something wrong to Nikta...”