Demkas... “Remember your training,” Anthony said, glancing at his team. Yeon stood to his right, eyes fiercely determined, his love for the king burning bright beneath the surface of his focus. Rasul and Riaan on both sides of him, their expressions betraying nothing but readiness. Mira, Alistair, and Ethan completed their formation, the elder vampire’s presence casting an undeniable weight on the group. Everywhere around was a cacophony of chaos. Explosions echoed in the distance, and the acrid scent of smoke hung thick in the air as Anthony and his team of half-vampires prepared to face Xu Kai's soldiers. They stood in a small clearing, the shadows of trees looming over them, adding to the foreboding atmosphere. Anthony could feel the tension crackling like static electricity as they

