Chapter 412 Details of Clues

Having gotten the answer he wanted, Ulysses exuded an aura of pleasure that Maggie could clearly sense even with her back to him.

"I hope to receive good news from Miss Maggie soon."

As his words fell, Maggie's body finally recovered. The moment she regained control of her limbs, Maggie quickly left the spot and moved away from Ulysses.

"The Ancestor's methods of getting something for nothing are truly admirable."

Maggie is known for her sarcastic and sarcastic remarks, and she was practically implying that Ulysses was a very stingy guy.

"Oh? Miss Maggie, that really hurts my feelings. When did I ever say I wouldn't pay you?"

Ulysses raised an eyebrow, strode over to her with his long legs, bent down slightly, and spoke with a hint of mockery.

As their eyes met, a vein bulged on Maggie's forehead. If she weren't afraid of him turning on her, she would have even wanted to run away from Thorn Castle.

Did you say that?

Maggie retorted through gritted teeth.

"Oh, perhaps you forgot, or perhaps Miss Maggie would like something?"

Ulysses was actually quite pleased to see Maggie angry, like a cat playing with a mouse after a good meal, only wanting to enjoy Maggie's disheveled state.

Maggie's chest heaved violently for a long time before she finally calmed down.

She couldn't do as the old monster wanted; he wanted to see her angry, but Maggie refused.

Maggie's mind raced. After a quick calculation, she realized that the old monster was truly pitifully poor. He had been sealed here long ago, and even if he did possess any treasures, they would probably have weathered away and lost much of their magic power. So, Maggie looked around and spoke up decisively.

"How about you give me this Thorn Castle?"

She did it on purpose. If she wanted the lair, how would the old monster react?

As expected, Ulysses' smile froze for a moment, as if he hadn't expected Maggie to make such a request. However, being an ancestor who had lived for countless years and was extremely shrewd, he didn't reveal any extra emotions and returned to normal, actually nodding.

"Can."

His delight surprised Maggie a little. The two, one human and one vampire, were looking at each other, and she could tell that Ulysses was not joking.

Suddenly, Maggie felt a chill run down her spine, because if Ulysses really was willing, it meant he already had a better solution.

For example, if she dies, the promise can be nullified, and the Thorn Castle can be reclaimed.

Maggie didn't believe the old monster would be so kind.

However, appearances still had to be maintained. Since Maggie had asked for it, she couldn't back down. She smiled elegantly and spoke softly.

"Thank you for your generosity, Ancestor."

Maggie remained composed and neither servile nor arrogant, and did not refuse.

This caused the air to fall silent again; if he dared to give, she dared to accept.

She was never one to show weakness.

"Okay, very good."

Ulysses straightened up and once again scrutinized Maggie with a look of disdain. Despite being a vampire known for his noble and gentlemanly demeanor, he exuded an air of superiority that made Maggie very uncomfortable.

But he was ultimately a powerful progenitor of vampires. If he hadn't been sealed away, he would have been as powerful as the elemental king, the demon king, and the archangel.

He has the right to look down on a third-rate human mage like that, and no matter how hard he finds it hard to accept, it is a fact.

"I hope that the progenitor of vampires will keep his promise and stop making such pointless jokes."

Maggie looked directly into Ulysses' eyes, her expression respectful but her gaze carrying a hint of threat.

Ulysses wasn't angry. He was used to Maggie's prickly attitude, as long as he achieved his goal.

No matter what Maggie says or does, she is like a small animal in his eyes.

When you are too weak, your threats and intimidation are only seen as cute by the strong.

"This is not a silly joke, but the courtesy a gentleman should show to a noble lady."

Ulysses was in a good mood and even had the energy to defend himself.

After saying that, he took Maggie's hand and gently kissed the back of the girl's hand.

The soft, cool touch sent chills down Maggie's spine. In the darkness, crimson eyes stared at her with an intense, inhuman quality, their interest and hunting desire completely undisguised.

He was kissing her hand, but it felt as if he was announcing something to her.

'You'll be my prey sooner or later, and you'll never be able to escape.'

A chill ran down her spine, but Maggie restrained herself from pulling her hand away. Instead, she closed her eyes and forced herself to give a calm and polite greeting.

"The Ancestor is indeed an elegant gentleman, and I believe no noble lady could refuse your invitation."

Although she hadn't been part of the social circles of noble ladies like the original owner of this body, she had learned a little bit about it. To avoid any awkward situations, she behaved in a way that was perfectly befitting of a noble lady.

"As long as Miss Maggie doesn't refuse my invitation, that will make me happy for a long time."

Ulysses' red eyes reflected Maggie's slightly trembling eyelashes, like a butterfly about to take flight at any moment. He seemed to be in a better mood than when he heard Maggie's answer earlier, and his voice carried a hint of amusement.

The castle is empty, and a beautiful lady and a handsome vampire, each harboring their own ulterior motives, create a beautiful scene.

The castle returned to peace after the girl left.

The illusion vanished again, and the vampire remained lying in the transparent crystal coffin, waiting for the return of the last two drops of blood so that he could be fully revived.

...

Leaving Thorn Castle, Maggie felt like she'd been cursed out.

Having been threatened by the old monster several times, she still had to go along with his boring performance. Perhaps he had been holding back for too long and had probably become a pervert.

Maggie decided that next time she wouldn't even go into Thorn Castle, and would just find a crow to deliver a package to him.

If Ulysses is unwilling, then he can forget about getting another drop of 'Night Blood'.

Maggie thought bitterly.

Even though she was in a bad mood, the details of her time with Ulysses kept flashing through her mind.

This includes...

How could Ulysses know about the various changes outside? Even if the Elemental Source Realm might collapse, which he calculated based on experience, he couldn't possibly know that the Nightmare Crescent had been leaked out.

unless....

Besides her, he has other blood servant puppets operating outside.

If a new blood servant puppet arrives at his side, it means that he must have already obtained a drop of blood.

Thinking of this, Maggie's heart instantly turned ice-cold.