Chapter 36 Arrival Of The Blood Queen

• The carriage rolled steadily toward Noxhaven, the rhythmic clatter of hooves against dirt filling the air. Elara guided the reins with practiced ease, while inside, the atmosphere was… unusual.
• Valentina lounged across the seats, her new Blood Artifact cradled in her arms like a cherished lover. She stroked the gleaming ruby blade, her cheek pressed against its cold surface as she sighed dreamily.
• "Lux, look… it’s so beautiful," Valentina murmured, eyes sparkling with affection. "Just like how my baby with your descendant will look like..."