Rebirth: Childhood friend of the heroine

After returning to the castle, they first went to have a long bath and relax in their rooms for a few hours, having decided to reunite at the dining table.

Alex was currently sitting inside the bathing tub, with a certain green-haired girl on his lap.

Needless to say, they both were naked and had an intense session just now in the bathroom.

Thankfully, Celestria was asleep and Rebecca was out there, sightseeing a little.

Hugging her well-shaped waist and feeling her soft skin against his, Alex muttered under his breath, "The dignified saintess turns wild in heat."

His teasing caused him a stinging sensation as Sarah pinched his forearm and glared at him, "Don't blame me, it's just you who knows my favorite spots a little too well."

Sarah and Ceaser were having s*x even before they confessed to each other. They had feelings for each other, but since it was the first time for them to fall for someone, it took them to realize the feeling.

That explains why Alex knows about her body so well.

Alex chuckled as he rested his face in the crook of her neck and closed his eyes.

The current atmosphere was peaceful and allowed both of them to heal their wounds. Not physical but mental.

Sarah was running her fingers down his arm softly as she asked, "Alex…do you think we can have a baby before you go?"

Alex was taken aback by that question. His brows elevated as he said, "Although they are searching for the next Saintess candidate, don't you think we won't get enough time to have a baby?"

Sarah smiled helplessly, "You are right…sorry to mention it." Saying so, she wanted to get up and leave. Not because she was upset about what he suggested—in every sense, what he said was reasonable—but rather, she was not in her right mind to continue this conversation.

However, the girl couldn't remove herself from his hold as Alex pulled her back, and with his brows slightly knitted, he asked, "Tell me, what is troubling you?"

Alex has come across various women in his last life, but none of them were as mature and level-headed as Sarah; that's why he knew her sudden request must have come out after a lot of thinking and consideration. That's why, he wanted to hear what she had to say.

However, Alex was wrong this time.

Sarah's eyes were drawn downwards, as she slowly muttered, "That day…when I saw your lifeless body, I thought…how unpredictable our life is. We cannot build a route and walk on it without any hitches or roadblocks. That day…took a lot from me, Alex. And that's why I am making such unreasonable demands."

Alex kept looking into her eyes. Those droopy eyes told a story that was both sad and regretful for him.

He knew that what they saw that day and what they experienced, could never be rewritten or erased. And asking them to get over it just like that would be utterly unfair to them.

Holding her hand with their fingers intertwined Alex said, "You know I don't give a single fuck about the world and the deities, right? So, if a child can help you feel secure then I am ready."

If a child can provide her the assurance that whatever happens, Alex will somehow return to her, then so be it. He might be just eighteen in appearance, but mentally, he has reached the age where he could become a father.

Sarah remained silent for a moment but then, she shook her head, "No, it's okay. You are already too burdened with all the training. I don't want to increase it since I know, for me to get pregnant would be a hassle for you."

Alex softly chuckled, "Now that…is an interesting proposal. I would like to see you whining and crying a little."

Sarah turned her head and after leaving a peck on his lips, she muttered, "When the time comes, I will let you pamper me. But for now, let's focus on our immediate goal."

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"How was the sightseeing?" On the dining table, the group of six have united.

Celestria and Amanda were too tired to move, so they just had some sandwiches, which the maid brought for them, and fell asleep right after.

Now other than the four who are guests here, Jullie and Natasha were present on the table as well.

Rebecca didn't show much enthusiasm when speaking, "Dull in a way. I like crowds and lively markets, and here, none of it was present."

Edric interjected, "Is there really not any place in the Blood Domain that could be regarded as normal?"

"That depends on what you consider as normal." The Vampire Princess simply responded. Here in the Blood Domain, people usually get bored easily and lose interest. And bringing new themes or products frequently to the market to garner their attention is simply impossible. There is a belief that Vampires ignore innovation and follow traditional methods. So, the scope of marketing is very narrow.

Edric didn't continue the conversation, knowing how he would be leaving the realm as soon as Alex's quest was achieved.

After a brief pause, Alex asked the Princess, "Is His Majesty not in the castle?" Azeroth's presence is so profound that Alex would have sensed him by now. But he couldn't sense him since this morning, at all.

And as he expected, "He went to the meeting of the tribal chiefs in the beast domain along with a few vampire dukes."

The situation was dire so it was necessary for the eldest ruler to be present at every important meeting that could help each realm in identifying their warriors who could be the candidates participating in the trials.

The message from the Saintess was delivered across the globe so there was a high chance that everyone had already short-listed potential candidates.

Things might become difficult for Alex since there is a high chance for him to face a few unknown faces during the trials; however, it is not like he would ask for specific warriors when he can get better than them.

"Rebecca, you should also focus on your training," Unexpectedly, Natasha called out to the younger vampire—startling Rebecca as she looked up at her.

The older Vampire added, "You went through your third evolution yet you are only as strong as someone on the second stage."

Rebecca's expression turned bitter but she didn't say anything in retaliation since she knew that the other one was right.

Natasha soon followed, "Well, I can't blame you considering how weak the humans are. You didn't get enough opportunities to grow your skill but now is the time you realize your mistake and change your ways."

Rebecca responded, "But I cannot enter the Blood Domain often." To train at a place that could actually bring a challenge for her, she needs to visit or better, live here for a few months.

However, the Vampire Monarch wouldn't allow her.

The silver-haired beauty raised her eyes from her wine glass, before uttering, "I am not talking about this realm won't find any exciting battle in the Blood Domain as well."

Rebecca's eyes slowly stretched when she realized what she was talking about.

The realm of beasts—the most populated and violent domain. In every corner of that realm, one could find a battle arena or a tournament going on.

And Vampires aren't restricted from entering that domain if they have permission.

"Good for you, Rebecca." Sarah smilingly said, to which the red-eyed vampire smiled in response.

Soon they finished eating and decided to return to their rooms. Everyone was quite tired because of the travel and the battle.

While Alex was returning to the room with Sarah and Rebecca, suddenly someone called out from behind, "Do you have a minute?"

The three of them turned to look at the violet-haired lady before Sarah and Rebecca shared a glance and said, "We will be waiting for you so don't make it long."

Sarah didn't even hesitate to kiss him right there as if to declare her territory.

Alex chuckled while Jullie felt a little embarrassed. But thankfully, they allowed him to accompany the woman.

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They were back in the same place where they chatted the last time. The back garden.

They kept walking for a few minutes before Alex asked, "Do you want my blood?"

Jullie was taken aback, "No- not that; I called you because I wanted to tell you my decision."

Alex hummed in question, "Decision? About what?"

Jullie hesitated for a moment, even though she didn't know why. She has thought about it carefully, and then only came to the conclusion. Then..

'Am I scared because I won't be seeing Alex often?' The thought made her embarrassed and her face turned red.

"Umm-I was thinking..." She gathered her courage in the end and began, only to stop when she felt an ominous presence from nearby.

She shot her head in the direction and found Alex was also looking at it.

A figure levitated in the air, its head leaning down, and its body pierced with long nails.

"Isn't...that the same place where he fought today..." Alex muttered in a heavy voice,

"Why did a Soulless appear all of a sudden?"

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A/N:- Thanks for reading.