The Blood Annal
CHAPTER 1
In a world next to our own. An ancient battle is being fought between the
Turks and the Wallachians “ Keep on fighting men we have them on the run. The godless
Heathens will learn the price for invading our lands.” a man garbed in princely armor said.
“ The Order of Dragon will not fail!” A Turkish warrior comes at him, but he avoids the
Sword and impales him on his. As he fights a red haze comes over him battle lust.
As another Turkish warrior comes from behind,the warrior known as Prince Vlad
Malkivan spins and bites him on the neck. A priest from the order watches on in horror
as his master drains the blood from his enemy. “ Sacrilege you have committed a
dangerous sin turn back now.” warns the priest. “ Nonsense I have never felt so alive.
It's as if the blood has renewed me. I feel years younger.” Vlad says to the priest.
“ It's a front to god” the priest advises.” God I don't need any god. I am a God!”
The priest looks on his master in horror and runs away. Vlad turns and engages in
battle laughing. The battle quickly turns in favor of the Wallachians as a battle cry
is heard Viva Vitae. “Victory is ours we have protected our lands from the heathens.”
as Vlad says this the priest that was riding with him comes up to him and says
“ The church can no longer condone this action.” Vlad looks at the priest
“Fine. But we will set an example for any who dare invade our lands again.
Impale them in front of Castle Malkivan for all to see.” The priest looks at horror
at this and leaves.
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“What have you come here for? Have you come for absolution.”
the priest said to Vlad as he enters the church. “ Absolution no I have come to realize
that we do not need the church. After all where was he when we needed him. No I have
come to get rid of him. You can join us you know. After all you believe in
eternal life.” The priest looks at Vlad in aghast and says. “ Get out.” “Fine . Burn this
place down!” Vlad picks up a torch and touches the cross setting it on fire.
3.
Vlad stands on his balcony watching smoke rise from the churches his men
have set fire too. “Oh my love what have you done?” said Elizabetha as she enters
the balcony. Vlad turns with a smile on his face as he sees her. “ I have taken the first
step in making Wallache a true power. Soon Malkivan will be a name feared through
out Europe.” “ But the churches the priest have been nothing but good to us. We were
married there.” said Elizabetha. “ I realize this but they were holding us back. We are a
a new breed my love. A breed that will rise and dominate all of Europe.” Vlad turns and
exits to his room.
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4.
A figure in robes is quickly heading to the pope's office. “ Your holiness
have you heard?” “ I have heard my child. Do not fear we shall deal with this
problem before it reaches the great Roman Empire.” says the pope. The robed
priest nods and exits. The Pope turns towards his adviser and whispers towards
his ears.
“Your majesty you sent for me.” says a knight in the Order of Dracula.
“Yes burning churches is fine but I see much more general. I think it's time
to show the Romans and the rest of Europe just who we are.” says Vlad. The
general smiles and says “ I agree your majesty. I was wondering when you
were getting to this I will ready the men.” the general exits to get his soldiers
ready for combat. Vlad smiles touching his tongue and notices that he has fangs
where his canines used to be. “h mm, interesting” he says to no one in particular
and heads off to his chamber to get ready for the next day.
As day break begins the general is preparing his soldiers for the
invasion of Rome and Europe. “Your majesty the troupes are ready.” says the general
as Vlad enters to inspect the troupe adorned in his new armor. Gone is the knight of the
holy order and enter the dark prince. On his shield is now a bat instead of the dragon. “Excellent general give the order.” says Vlad. The general turns towards his troupes
and tells them to move out.
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“My lord are you sure this is wise leaving the Lady Elizabetha in her condition.”
ask the general. Vlad looks at the general with a look of anger and sympathy and says.
“I understand your concerns general, but I want to see the face of the Roman dogs
when they realize just who it is that is invading.” “Ah I see then lead on my dark prince.”says the general. Vlad gets on his stallion and rides on towards Rome.
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“Soon all of Europe will tremble under our grasp general and the age of mortals
will be at an end.” Vlad boasts. “Agreed your majesty. Soon all of Europe will
tremble at your might. But may I ask what are those?” the general says. Vlad touches
new formed fangs with his tongue smiling at the general.”These are what I mean by the
age of mortals coming to end it seems my blood line has the ability to evolve. I and my
wife is a new species.” “ A new species ? And where do the rest of us stand in this
new order?” ask the general. “That depends entirely on you and your men general.”
Vlad explains. “ I have been your loyal servant and your friend and that will not change.”
says the general. “That's what I wanted to hear.” Vlad says and removes his gauntlet.
and bites in to his wrist. “Drink general, drink and become something more than you
once were.” Vlad says.“ Arise now. I knight you Lord General. Captain of the Knights Tepes.” Vlad proclaims .
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6.
The army of the dark prince enter Rome as a centurion approaches Vlad and speaks to
him.”Halt evil one come no farther.” “Is the great Caesar such a coward that he sends
a mere lackey to greet us.” Vlad said as a roman soldier steps to the front and signals
the centurion to stand down. “ I am here evil one. I command you to stand down and
surrender in the name of Rome and the Holy Order. Vlad looks at Caesar with a look of
contempt and laughs. “It is you who should surrender or has the church not informed
of what I am now.” Vlad advances on Caesar and his centurions step forward to protect
their lord. Vlad glares at them. “Join me.” Vlad speaks to their mind. They look at Caesar
and turn and stand beside Vlad. “ What have you done?” Caesar says with astonishment.
“Oh nothing much I am discovering I have some gifts. This being one of them.” Vlad said
mockingly. “You mesmerized them, release them at once.” demands Caesar. “Now why
would I want to do something like that.” Vlad taunts. “Attack he is a demon “ Caesar
and his troupes advance on the army of the dark prince as he draws his sword and engages
Caesar. The battle ensues with Caesar coming at him with his sword, but Vlad blocks
it with ease and surprise. “ General it seems that we have an advantage” The general
looks at his lord and advances on the army with a mad grim on his face. The tide quickly
turns in favor of the army of the dark prince Caesar falls and kneels to face the dark prince and his army. “Finish me.” Caesar relents
. Vlad looks at him and says “ If that is what you wish, but I offer you a choice
join me and you will be part of a great empire. greatest empire the world has ever seen.”
Caesar looks at him and spits in his face. Vlad raises his sword and impales him, then
grabs a pike from his saddle and impales Caesar for an example for all to see.
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Vlad looks on the Roman senate with disgust as they bicker in front of him.
“ We can't tolerate this. First you invade us. Now you sit in a throne of our great lord,
expecting us to bow down before you.” a chancellor says. “First of all your great leader
bowed before me and when I gave him a chance to join me he refused. Now I am going
to give you a chance to join me or suffer the fate of your leader.” Vlad states to the senate.
They all look on and start talking among them selves.
From the door way the general enters and kneels in front of Vlad.
“General how goes it outside ?” Vlad asks. “My liege we have successfully stopped
any trouble that could cause a rebellion or could create a revolt. Also there is this.”
The general unfurls his wings to Vlad. The dark prince leaves his throne and walks
up to his new Lord general. “Demons Caesar was right you are all demons.” a chancellor
exclaims. Vlad looks at the general and smiles.”It is as I thought. We are not demons, but
a new race. For behold we have the ability to evolve even beyond human standards.
Vlad gestures to the general to rise and he does show off his wings to the senate.
“But fear not I will not change everything. The robes you will keep, but on the back
you will have a crest stating your rank and caste.” Vlad says and rises signaling that
the Senate meeting is over. As Vlad leaves the general approaches him and says
“ My liege I fear this is not over” Vlad continues walking and whispers “I know general
mortals fear things that are different. But I think their fear of death will out way their fear
of change.” And they continue walking to plan their next strategy.
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The Senate is in an uproar “ How can he expect us to comply. You saw his general
that is not natural.” A chancellor says. “I know but if we don't we will all suffer the same
fate as Caesar.” another chancellor says. “Easy gentleman. The dark prince is soon going to realize that the Romans are run by a democracy not a monarchy.” The senate leader
explains and looks at them and smiles.
“So with the Roman army under my sway. I think it's time to take on
Britain and the rest of Europe.” Vlad says and sits down in a chair in front of a fire.
“I agree my liege. But I don't think they will follow your commands”says the general
to the dark prince. Vlad looks at him and grins. “That is why I want you to go address
them general. And make sure they see your new wings.” he tells the general “Soon all of Europe will be under my command and a new vampire nation will rise the House of Malkivan at the titler helm.” Vlad says to him self and laughs.
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“Listen to me you Roman dogs” the general addresses the fallen Roman army.
“From this point on you serve only one person and that is the dark prince Vlad Malkivan.”
As the general explains this a roman senator comes up to speak to him. “You cannot
address them so. We work by a democracy here, and we have not yet decided if we wish
to serve him.” The general sighs and turns to the troupes. “I was expecting this. Your
democracy is at an end senator. From this point on Rome serves the dark prince and
Wallache. “ Well said general are they ready.” said Vlad coming from the castle.
“Yes sire I believe they are.” said the general Vlad turns and looks straight through
the senator. “As for you senator I have a message for your senate council.” Vlad grabs
the senator by the throat and drains him of almost all his blood and then lets him go fleeing
weakly to the senate chamber. “ We march in the morn to Britain.” Vlad orders and the
army cheers as Vlad leaves for the palace.
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In front of the palace the army of the dark prince stands ready as Vlad
enter from the palace entrance. He looks on his army that is now twice the size
it was before with the Roman army now part of it. His two body guards the Roman Centurions he mesmerized stand by his side as he as he gets on his charger and gives the signal to head out.
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The Isle of Man has been under Roman sway for years now. King Arthur sits
on the throne unbeknown to them that Rome is now a conquered country. Now ruled
by Vlad and he is coming. “ We haven't heard anything from Rome for days now.”King
Arthur says with worry to one of his advisers. “No your majesty there has been no messages
from Rome since a fort night.” his adviser. “ I fear the worst, we must be ready
for an attack. Call Merlinus and tell him to ready the troupes and be on guard.” orders
King Arthur. “ As you wish your majesty.” the adviser says and leaves to do the kings
command.
On the shores of Britain Vlad's army is preparing to head out to
the Isle of Man. “ So tell me what do you know of this kingdom?” Vlad asks his chancellor
who rides up beside him, wearing his new robes of office and caste a bat with a laurel leaf
crown. “The Isle of Man is ruled by a king named Arthur. He is one of Rome's greatest
soldiers.” the chancellor replies. “Will he comply?” Vlad asks. “Don't you mean will
he bow down to you. No I think not.” the chancellor said as the general rides up
from behind and knocks him off his horse. “ W...what did I do?” the chancellor ask fearfully. The general dismounts and walks up to the chancellor with his wings unfurled.
“You will have more respect for your emperor.” the general says and kicks him
in the mid section. The dark prince walks up to the fallen chancellor and looks at him.
“You have to understand we as vampires are fiercely loyal to each other.”The chancellor looks on in fear and nods with a new understanding of the ramifications of his situation.
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“My lady they approach.” a scout says. Guenevere in a tree adjacent
nods towards the scout. “Make sure they don't near the castle.” Guenevere signals to her
scouts. As the army of the dark prince approaches Guenevere signals her scouts to shoot.
Arrows fly from the trees at Vlad and his troupes. Vlad just smiles and nods to his general
who nods and flies off his horse towards the trees. “ Guenevere I presume” Vlad shouts
to the trees. “You will not stop me. Britain will be mine.” As he says this the general
swoops down and grabs her from her spot. “You will not succeed demon!Camelot
will not bow down to you.” Guenevere said to Vlad. Vlad smiles and walks up to her
and takes her chin his hand and says. “Maybe not, but if it doesn't it will suffer a great
loss. Take her away.” His centurions grab her and carts her off where the prisoners
are held. “If this is all they have to offer. Then it will be no trouble at all.” Vlad says to his general.
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In front of the castle Merlinus and his troupes are standing at the ready
for the dark prince and his soldiers in case Guenevere and her scouts have failed. As
they wait a lone scout rides towards the castle from the forest. “ Lord Merlinus she has
failed he still comes.” the scout cries. “And what is the fate of Lady Guenevere ?”
ask Merlinus. “ I fear she has been taken my lord.” says the scout. “ Then it's up to us.” Merlinus proclaims, and he and his soldiers prepare for battle. Merlinus and his men stand at the ready as Merlinus spots Vlad and his men just exiting the forest and advance on the castle.
There is no need for this. Your king just needs to swear allegiance to me and we need not battle.” says Vlad “Arthur would rather die than swear allegiance to you and so would I.”said Merlinus in disgust to the dark prince. “Very well if that's the way you want it.” Vlad draws his great sword and charges into battle. “Viva Vitae!” Vlad cries and he and his troupes charge at the castle. Merlinus comes at Vlad with his Roman short sword but Vlad easily deflects it. “ You call that a sword. It looks more like a child's toy than a weapon.” Vlad taunts. Merlinus looks on in anger and attacks again. Vlad raises his sword and deflects the sword again. “ Britain will never fall to you. I swear this to you.” states Merlinus. “ Why do you persist Rome has already . Vlad taunts. “You lie .Rome can never fall.” Merlinus says in disbelief “No not at all.” Vlad said and signals to the chancellor. The chancellor approaches and when Merlinus sees him he momentary drops his guard and Vlad impales on his sword. “ On ward Camelot and Britain is ours.” Vlad says and he his army storm the castle.
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Inside Vlad comes up to the throne room and approaches King
Arthur. “Kneel.” Vlad says baring his fangs. Arthur rises and comes up to the dark prince.
“I will never kneel to you.” says Arthur defiantly. “ Your army is defeated. Your beloved
Guenevere is a held hostage and your general and friend is dead. So kneel.” demands
Vlad. Arthur seeing his beloved Guenevere held hostage nods in an assent and kneels
in front of the dark prince.
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The dark prince looks on a map on the wall of the council chamber. Pins are
posted on Rome and Britain. “So tell me Arthur what do you know of these other
provinces.” said Vlad urning to Arthur. “I will tell you nothing you may have
conquered my land but I will never submit.” Arthur says defiantly. “Oh but I think
you will Guenevere has already consented to join us and soon you will too.” Vlad smiles speaking to Arthur. “I don't believe you. She would never consent to the likes of you.”
speaks Arthur. “But how could I not my love. The chance to age more graciously than any lady has ever dreamed of.” Vlad looks on asGuenevere enters and takes her hand and escorts herto the round table. “You see Arthur there is no use defying me. All your loyal servants even your beloved has joined me.” Vlad tells him. Arthur looks on in despair at his once loyal knights of the Round Table who are now knights of the dark prince.
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“Then the dream is over. Camelot has fallen.” Arthur admits in despair. “ No
not fallen my king but better mightier” Vlad says and gestures to the Round
Table and all the knights sitting there. “I like your castle and your dream is a good
one, but that's all it is a dream. I will take that dream and make it a reality my reality.
From this castle my blood line will rule and hence forth be known as Castle Malkivan.”
“You mean you will keep my dream alive.” ask Arthur. “Yes but it will be my dream
my reality.” says Vlad. “ All right I consent.” Arthur says and kneels down if front
of the dark prince. Vlad smiles and bares his wrist in front of Arthur who drinks from it binding him to the dark prince and becoming one of his loyal servants.
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“So with Britain and Rome under my sway. Will I have any problems with
the other provinces?” Vlad asks. “No my lord most of the provinces are under Romes
control,” explains Arthur. “ You mean my control.” says Vlad. “Y..Yes my lord
your control. How foolish of me to forget. The only problem will be Denmark. They
are still ruled by the Vikings.” explains Arthur. “ I have heard of these Vikings
brutal and superstitious. They should be no problem.” says Vlad.
As Vlad turns around to order the attack, he sees Guenevere and Princess
Elizabetha enter the council chambers. “ My love what are you doing here?” ask Vlad.
“ I heard from one of your men that this is going to be our new home. So I came right
away to be at your side.” Elizabetha explains. “I am happy you are here, but are you well?”
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“ I am well beloved, and happy. I would like you too meet your new son” as she speaks
these words a nanny comes in carrying a baby in her arms. “Your majesty meet Prince
Castor.” says the nanny gently handing him over to Vlad. Vlad looks on at Castor and smiles
“ I have a son the invasion can wait. We will celebrate and invade Denmark another day.”
Vlad said and the soldiers cheered for him.
The celebration for the birth of the son the dark prince is being held.
His men and him are celebrating in the banquet hall of Camelot now called Caste Malkivan.
“My love. I have brought you something.” said Elizabetha. She signals to her hand maiden
who leads some poorly stricken peasants beggars and their like to Vlad. “ I call them blood
slaves do you like?” Vlad smiles at her and approaches them. “ I like it what an excellent
idea. You see Arthur your dream is already coming true.” Arthur nods towards Vlad and
drinks his mead. “ My thoughts are that we are not animals but civilized creatures.”
Explains Elizabetha to the dark prince. She walks up to one of the commoners and opens up the wrist and lets the blood flow in to a champaign glass and hands it to
him. Vlad raises his glass of blood and said “ Tomorrow we take our final step in
conquering Europe and beyond. Tothe conquest of Denmark.” He drinks and the knights
follow.
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The dark prince and his army look east towards Denmark and the invasion
to come. “ My lord. I beg your forgiveness but this will not be an easy battle the
Vikings are a brutal race bent on war and conquest.” the chancellor said to Vlad. “ My
kind of people.” Vlad said grinning. “The Insolent toad. He should be grateful that we tolerate his presence.” Elizabetha said with disgust. “ Easy my love we tolerate him because Rome was a city of philosophers and strategist so it is wise to keep them close.”Vlad explains to his wife and they move on towards the sea and beyond too Denmark. He looks on his army the combined might of Rome and Britain under his rule.
“What a glorious site isn't it general.” Vlad says beaming with pride to his general.
“I had my doubts. In the beginning it looked like we might lose the battle against the
Turks.” the genera admits “ But we didn't. I never doubted. I knew I was destined to win.”
Vlad said with conviction and rides ahead. “Soon the Vikings will feel the might of the dark prince and then the world will know my name and tremble.” Vlad said as he looked out across the sea.
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Denmark a land of vikings and superstition. Ruled by Beowulf for the past fifty
years the vikings have lived in peace and only exploring and pillaging once in a while.
A viking rushes towards Beowulf's hut. “ My lord. Ships come baring sails and banners
I have never seen before.” says the viking. “ Send a contingency to go out and meet these
visitors.” Beowulf said to the soldier. “May I ask what you are thinking?” ask a vikings
sitting next to Beowulf. “ I have heard rumors across the sea. A dark army ruled by a
a demonic lord is out to conquer all he can. Me thinks it the work of Loki.” says Beowulf.
“It does feel like something he would do since he was banished from Valhalla.” says
the viking. Beowulf looks at his viking companion and turns and shoes the maiden away
“that was sitting on his lap. “ I think we should be prepared.” Beowulf said and grabs
his war ax and then heads out to meet the army of the dark prince
“Halt Loki your are not welcome here.” Beowulf said. Vlad looks towards
his chancellor and mouths the word Loki. “Loki is a trickster god that they believe
in. According to myth he was exiled from Valhalla for trying to usurp Odin the
reigning god of Valhalla.” explains the chancellor. “Ah I see.” says Vlad and he
turns toward Beowulf and said“ You mistake me for someone else. I am Vlad I
came from a land far away from here.” Beowulf looks at him and his troupes then
at the general and his wings and says “ You look like no man I've ever seen. So I
say you are either minions of Loki or something else.” We look different because
we are a new race.” Vladexplains “But why do I have to prove that to you.”
Vlad signals his troupes and they charge against the viking contingent. The war cry
Viva Vita is heard. “It is an invasion defend your selves.”’ cries Beowulf to his
troupes. The vikings run up to meet the attack of the dark prince’s army.
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“This is not necessary. All you have to do is swear allegiance to me and this
will all be over.” Vlad tells him.“ It is you who should surrender.” says Beowulf as he meets Vlad's blow with his war ax. “We are not like the people you fought before. We are a race of explores and warriors. Proud and mighty.” Vlad bares his fangs and pushes Beowulf back. “It is you who are mistaken. Your pride cannot match my power. I will conquer your land and you will submit to me or die.” said Vlad. The battle rages on as either side neither gives. “Your majesty. We must rest and retreat. We are getting no where.” advises the chancellor. Vlad looks at his chancellor and agrees. “ Arg! retreat. This is not over Beowulf. I will return.” says Vlad and the army of the dark prince retreats.
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“Arg what happened?” Vlad said as he paces the command tent.
. “ I warned you your majesty. That this would not be an easy battle.” the chancellor warns Vlad glares at him and the chancellor rises and flies out of the tent as if he was thrown.
“ What was that ?” the general asks surprised. “ It seems I have developed a new power.” Vlad said “So what are we to do ?” ask Vlad. “I've been thinking. What we need to do is learn their weakness.” the general tells him speaking his thoughts. “A spy. Good idea general anyone in mind?” says Vlad “ We captured an injured viking. If we could turn him then we could learn how to defeat them.” the general tells him “Make it so general.” Vlad orders and the general salutes and leaves.
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Chapter 2
1.
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“You need not fear me. I am offering the opportunity of a life time.” Vlad said
like a true salesman. “I...I know you. Rumor has it that you are a servant of
Loki. So I ask you. What price does this opportunity cost?” says the viking.
Vlad looks at him and walks to the opening of the tent and looks out at his people.
“ What price. What price would you give to practically live for ever . All I ask is information about your people.” The viking looks at him and spits in his face.
“Fine if that's the way you want it. You could have lived forever. Take him away.” Vlad orders. Two guards come up and take the viking away . The viking looks at Vlad with a look of terror on his face pleading for mercy.
“Why do they always resists?It would be so muck easier if they just did what I ask.”
said Vlad. “ Nothing is easy my love. If it were the world would be a boring place.
Now come to bed.” says Elizabetha as she hands over Castor to a nanny. “I suppose
so.” Vlad sighs and heads to bed with his wife.
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“ How goes it?” Vlad asks as he enters. The general looks up from his interrogation “He still won't cooperate .” the general said. Vlad walks up to the viking prisoner and looks at him. “This could have been so much easier all you had to do is cooperate and you could have lived forever.” The viking looks at Vlad with tears in his eyes pleading for release. “Oh well . There is one tactic I haven't tried yet. But after it you will be nothing more than empty shell.” Vlad says and glares into his eyes and probes into his mind ruthlessly riping out the information. The vikings scream in protest from the invasion then stops and stares blankly at the tent wall.”I have what I need we invade in the morn. Get rid of him.” Vlad orders and leaves the interrogation tent.
. “ From what I’ve learned the vikings are very superstitious and have close
family units,Too this purpose I have hired a shape shifter . He should be here soon.”
Vlad said. “Your here . This is Blood Letter. He was exiled from his tribe for drinking
the blood of his enemies.” the dark prince explains. “You have a job for me?” ask Blood Letter.“Yes . I want you to go into the camp and pose as a raven. “ says Vlad. “Brilliant my lord they will surely see it as an omen.” say the general.” If I am right it will cause them to panic and then we will strike.” Vlad says vehemently. Blood Letter bows to the dark prince and leaves the tent turning to raven and flying for the viking camp.
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2.
Beowulf sits in his tent drunk from mead enjoying his temporary victory
over the dark prince. He raises his mead drunkly to salute his comrades but as he does
a raven flies above and land in tree near his tent. “ What are you doing here ? Shoo!”
says Beowulf seeing the raven and trying to chase it away drunkenly with his ax.
The raven just looks at him and sits. “ My lord ravens are ill omens.” a viking says.
“I know this . Don’t you think I do.” says Beowulf angrily and tries to chase it away
again. The raven just looks at him again and says. “Death is near”. Beowulf looks up in
surprise and says . “What did you say.” The raven just looks up at him again and says
“Death is near.” . As he says this Beowulf ‘s seer walks by and sees the raven. “ A raven
this is an omen.” says the seer. “ Nonsense there are always present on the battle field.”
Beowulf said dismissing the shaman’s idea. “My lord have you forgotten that two
Ravens perch on our lord Odin’s shoulders , not to mention that they are carriers of
the souls.” the shaman exclaims. “ We must not take this likely. With these demons
trying to invade. I would tread carefully my lord.” the shaman advises Beowulf.
Beowulf looks at his shaman considering his words carefully and then nods too
him to alert the camp.
“How will we know he succeeded .” the general asks. “We’ll know”
Vlad tells him. The dark prince keeps an eye on the viking camp watching for a sign
when the shaman comes running out of Beowulf’s tent followed by Blood Letter
in his raven form flying towards where Vlad and the general are hiding. “Wait for it.”
Vlad orders and then they see viking running out with their swords drawn looking scared
and confused as they are roused out of their tents at night. “Now attack! Viva Vita!”
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shouts Vlad and the army of the dark prince charge in attacking the vikings catching
them off guard. As this happens Beowulf exits his tent with his ax drawn and rallies
his men. A soldier of the dark prince sees him and charges in to attack him but Vlad
stops him saying “ No he is mine. I told you I would return . Denmark is mine. Surrender
and maybe I’ll let you live.” Vlad said coming at him with his sword. “ Never! I will
not surrender to you demon.” said Beowulf. “ Fine then have it your way.” Vlad
said noticing Blood Letter sneaking up behind. Beowulf. “ You should always watch your back.”Vlad tells him and smiling. Beowulf kneeling injured in front of Vlad looks up
and tells him “Go on be done with it.” “No that would be too easy. I have a better idea.” Vlad said and signals to his soldiers for him to be carried away.
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“Ah you look much better now that you are cleaned up.” Vlad said Beowulf looks at the dark prince with a look of hate and disgust on his face. says Vlad to the knight .The knight bows and leaves Beowulf to the care of the dark prince. “ Let’s remove those chains.” Vlad says removing the chains with a grin. “Thank you” Beowulf tells him rubbing his wrist.
. “Maybe my people have misjudged you.” Beowulf says. Vlad just looks at
him and then proceeds to put on a collar like that of a dog wears on him.
“ What is this I thought I was free?” Beowulf said in shock . “ Free huh. Oh no far
from it. You are now my blood slave what better punishment then to serve me all
your life.” said Vlad evilly
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“ Blood slave. What is a blood slave ?” Beowulf asks with
trepidation. “ I’ll show you” Vlad said and slashes his wrist. Blood flows into a chalice
that he is holding underneath his wrist. then grabs his wrist and squeezes it to extract
the maximum amount of blood and Beowulf screams in pain. Vlad takes the chalice and
drinks . Beowulf staggers and falls weak from the lack of blood, “ Oh don’t worry you’ll
feel better in minute.” Vlad says as he watches Beowulf’s humiliating display.
“You called us demons. But we are far from it. We are a new race. Man is not the
top of the food chain anymore. We are !” Vlad says and laughs. “ No you are wrong.
You are monsters . Leaches living off humanity.” says Beowulf holding his wrist.
“Humanity?, humanity. Don’t talk to me about humanity . Man has lived on top
of the food chain too long. He is no longer the humble being he once was.”
Vlad rants. “So what are you going to do now?” ask Beowulf eying him suspiciously.
“There is still a lot to do. All of Europe might be under my control but I won’t
rest until the world trembles under my might.” exclaims Vlad.“Your mad.” says Beowulf looking at him with fear in his eyes. Vlad looks at him and walks over and says completely “ What is that look in your eyes do you now understand how hopeless it was to resist.”
Vlad tells him and grins.
The Blood Annals
4.
“Come to bed”she says to Vlad. “Look at him, my love . Such a beautiful child. All I do , I do for him and you.” Vlad says looking at Castor in his crib. Vlad takes her hand and they walk hand in hand to bed.“You sent for me.”asksthe chancellor. Vlad looks up and gestures for him to come forward. “ What do you know of Greece?’ ask Vlad. “Barbarians, sire. Not even worthy of your attention.” says the chancellor. “Well soon those barbarians are going to have a new god and king. We invade at noon, go tell the general.” says Vlad. “Sire” the chancellor says bowing to the dark prince and then exits the tent. “Soon my child you will rule half the world.” says Vlad codling Castor.
Beowulf is sitting in the slave tent looking miserable
and broken as the dark prince enters and walks up to him. Vlad gestures to the
slave master to bring him forward. “ I am here to give you a chance to regain your
honor. I could use your men in the upcoming battle.” Vlad tells him.
“ And if I refuse.” Beowulf said. “ Then you will life in abject slavery with no chance
of gaining entry in to Valhalla.” says the dark prince. “ Valhalla . What do you know of
Valhalla ?” ask Beowulf. “ Do not take me for a full this is a once chance of offer.”
Vlad tells him. Beowulf looks at Vlad thinking about his offer and the way things are now
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