Andrew said calmly, "Mr. Hearst, don't worry. I know my limits. I'll definitely kill people, but I'm not someone who slaughters the innocent."

Franz let out a breath and smiled. "I trust you. A great era of conflict is about to arrive. This time, the trial facing Holtrien won't be small."

Andrew said, "What's there to fear? There are still many hidden old monsters in Holtrien. Let them come out and deal with the Vampire Queen's forces."

Franz shook his head. "I doubt it. The Vampire Queen has