My Vampire Harem Will Dominate Everything

The next day, Ezra received a summons to the top floor of Caspian Tower.

He'd expected the request and received it with his usual calm. It was time to meet Prince Caspian.

He'd only heard stories about the man and what he could do but there was no reason to trust rumors he'd heard in the Vampire Society. Who knew if it was propaganda.

However, there was one thing no one could change, no matter how they spin his story.

He was strong.

When you can kill people just by touching them, there's no need to cry when you don't have too many friends. Not that Caspian was crying about it. In fact, while Ezra hadn't met the man, judging from the city around them, he'd say the man relishes it.

That didn't matter anyways. He'd be attending the meeting that would put him at his place among the rulers of the Nightmare Court.

Beside him, Akiko strolled with an air of nonchalance that did nothing to hide her amusement. "Try not to look too nervous." She teased. "Caspian doesn't like weakness, and Vance? Well, he just enjoys making people uncomfortable."

"Do I look nervous to you?" Ezra asked dryly as they made their way to the elevator.

Akiko gave Ezra a once over before chuckling. "Guess I got ahead of myself there."

They both stepped into the elevator and a second later, it began ascending.

Olivia and Red had remained behind in their suite, as there was nothing for them to do by following him. It was a royalty only meeting. But that didn't stop him from watching them with his Aura.

Of course, he kept his Aura out of other floors and rooms. Just the public elevator line and his suite.

As for Gen, she hovered behind him, staying unusually silent. They all watched as the numbers on the elevator screen ticked upward and a few seconds later, there was a ding as they arrived.

When the elevator doors slid open, Ezra stepped out into the large room. There were no walls and the room took up the entire top floor. It was empty, save for the massive circular table at its center, around which sat only four chairs.

Three chairs were vacant.

Akiko strode forward, moving to take her seat. Prince Vance was already seated, appraising Ezra in the way he usually does. Ezra took a moment to wonder if this would happen every time they met before turning his attention to the most important person in the room.

Prince Caspian.

The Prince of Rivermount stood at the far end of the room, gazing out of the glass window that overlooked the sprawling city.

He had silver-streaked hair that was neatly tied back, and his crimson eyes spun so slowly, it was as if they weren't moving at all.

Just like Vance and Fortuna, he had a human presence. An eighth ringed vampire.

Ezra nodded to Vance and stepped forward to take the seat Akiko pointed out to him, fully aware that this moment would define how the Nightmare Court viewed him.

Genesis floated behind him, her gaze locked on Caspian with undisguised curiosity. "You know," she drawled, "I expected someone taller."

As if he could hear her, Caspian finally turned, his expression unreadable as he strode toward the table.
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As he took his seat, he met Ezra's eye. "It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Nightmare Court, Prince Ezra." He said. "You have been granted your title, but today, we ensure that you understand what comes with it."

Ezra inclined his head slightly, acknowledging the words without lowering his own presence. "I wouldn't expect anything less."

The corner of Caspian's mouth twitched, whether in amusement or approval, Ezra couldn't tell.

"You will receive an advisor to help you but until then, the role falls to us. First, every six months," Caspian continued, "we gather here, whether in person or through astral projection, to assess the state of our territories."

"This table is where we redefine our borders, discuss matters that threaten our stability, and ensure that no prince oversteps their bounds."

"Make no mistake, the Nightmare Court does not function on trust, Ezra. It functions on necessity. We are bound together by mutual interest. Nothing more, nothing less."

Ezra nodded at his words, taking note of the hidden warning in them.

Even with the Monarchy's propaganda of harmony, this was not a unified kingdom. It was a precarious balance of power, where strength dictated authority.

He glanced at the others, noting how comfortably they sat within this hierarchy, their roles long since established.

Caspian tapped the table and a holographic digital map flickered to life over the center of the table, showing the lands controlled by the Monarchy.

Ezra's eyes followed the shifting outlines as Caspian gestured. "Your territory will be here."

A section of land between Caspian's domain and the eastern border was marked, the borders adjusting in real time.

"This will be yours to govern, to protect, and to develop. Your success will be your own, and your failures will be your burden to bear."

Ezra studied the projection, memorizing the location. His new territory was strategically placed, buffering Caspian's territory on one side and aligning with the eastern border on the other side. Well, it wasn't like there was anything else to the east. Just the sea.

To the west, near the Daydream Court's borders was Vance's lands, while Akiko's territory lay nestled between Vance and Caspian's territories.

Vance finally spoke, his voice calm and with no hint of humor on his face. "It will be interesting to see what you do with it. Many before you have failed."

Ezra met his gaze evenly. "Then I won't be like the ones before me."

A small, knowing smile touched Vance's lips, but he said nothing more. He simply watched, as if already anticipating how Ezra would rise or fall.

Akiko drummed her fingers against the table, her tone light. "As for your crowning ceremony, it's set for a week from today."

"With it, we'll mark your official ascension, and announce to the citizens of the Monarchy the presence of a new prince. Expect to receive visitors from other places, including the Daydream Court, some of whom will be less than thrilled about your addition to the Court."

Caspian spoke, drawing attention. "Do not mistake the ceremony for acceptance, Ezra. The Monarchy will recognize you as a prince, but that does not mean everyone will respect you. That is something you must earn."

Ezra held Caspian's gaze confidently. "Then I will earn it."

Silence stretched between them before Caspian gave a slow nod. "We will see."