Yet I accepted it. My soul told me it was right, and I was never one to shy away from my instincts.
This wasn’t what I’d planned. However, that made our union so much more exquisite.
With a nod, I addressed the crowd with a final remark. “Send your correspondence. Make your choices. And fuck the Blood Alliance.”
36
Lilith
Now that you’vereviewed the ally and resistance files, it’s time to discuss the takeover protocols.
First, you will need to alert our allies of your risen state. They are anticipating your arrival and will be most welcoming of the news.
Second, I suggest arranging—
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Message to commence in three, two…
My liege, I have urgent news from our allies. Royal Lajos was just murdered by Royal Jace. The reasons are still forthcoming, but it appears he has taken anErosita. His allegiance has always been questioned due to his ties to old methodologies. He’s seen on video mentioning Bunker 37, thereby suggesting he is working with the resistance and is part of our recent breach. How would you like to proceed?
To continue surveillance, click—
Surveillance continued.
I suggest you consider reviewing the wake-up protocols next, my liege. They contain the necessary details on how to rouse ancients from their rest, which, due to recent events, might be necessary to secure your leadership. Especially with your familial ties to certain key resistance members, such as your brother.
If you would like—
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Please choose from the following—
I’m sorry, the system does not recognize that command.
Please choose from the following prompts: For more information on the wake-up protocols, select Wake Up. For more information on surveillance protocols, select Surveillance. To return to your current log, select Return.
I’m sorry, the system does not—
I’m sorry, the system does not—
Stand by for live assistance.
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Beep.
Beep.
Beep.
Bee—
Silence command accepted.
37
Calina
