Vampers: Summer Trial

Chapter 1: The Vampire's New Worry

              "Clip clap," echoed my footsteps as I descended the carpet-covered stairs. I gripped tight along my pink frilly skirt. It'd been a disaster if I'd tripped and fell due to my dress getting in the way—especially for what hid under. For what rests under this dress is another story altogether. Either way, I ensured that I descended the stairs safely and elegantly.

"Good afternoon, lady Viki," a couple of maids stood at the edge of the stairs giving their curtsies.

"Good afternoon," I returned their favor. "Keep up the good work!" I smiled, giving the gals a glimpse at my fangs. Reaching the end of the stairs meant I reached the ground floor, and it would only be a few short hallways before arriving at my destination.

Following those quick jaunts laid a doorway. These regally designed wooden doors opened to scenery landscape artists dreamed of painting. Flowers from several species were arranged to bring out the best view. Colors range from the softest pinks to the passionate crimson to lavish lavenders and calming blues. The colorful flowers were planted in the garden where mountains could be spotted in the far distance. This garden was my personal favorite spot to visit for a break. It gave a grand view that only our main castle could present.

However, my goal at this point was to meet up with one of my favorite maids. "Milady," greeted the maid with black hair flowing past her shoulders. Her crimson eyes glowed gently towards me.

"How are the flowers today, Miranda?" I asked. It wasn't Miranda's main priority to tend the flowers, though she checked up on whoever was in charge.

"The flowers are doing just fine. They recently received their water, so they should be happily soaking that up." Miranda then smirked at me. "I wonder if the same could be said for you?" Without anyone else nearby, Miranda knew she could speak out loud.

"Hehe, maybe?"

"Let me find out!" Miranda approached me and quickly put her hand under my skirt. "Yup! You need a change, Viki."

"Hehe, kay! Take my hand!" I stated childishly. Miranda grinned and held my hand as she led me out of the garden.

Miranda took the lead as we arrived at our top-most-secret changing location—my chambers. The window was covered by a silky white curtain draped down to the floor. A tea table had four chairs about my size at the ready for guests. A couple dressers and a full-sized mirror had carving designs consisting of dragons, wolf-like beasts known as fufovi in Ansen, and phoenix-like birds known as refyre in Ansen. My luxurious bed had a silky white vanity that covered most of my bed. Thankfully hiding a cute mobile that hangs on the ceiling. However, the more recent addition in furnishing was this low-level table that even Miranda could rest on. Stuffed animals were also seen lying about my room. Though, none compared to the adorable teddy bear whose silhouette told me was still on my bed.

Miranda used the mana-controlled closet to access my secret stash with the door closed. She swiftly pulled an easy-to-clean cushion out and mounted it on the long table. This cushion was the secret to the table—it was converted into a changing table. I rolled onto the cushioned changing table from the side and smiled at Miranda. Miranda, in turn, grinned back and finished pulling out the supplies necessary for this change. She concluded by snatching my bear from my bed and handing her to me.

"Tanks!" I smiled brightly.

"Of course. Though we still need to get your wet wittle diapee changed!" Miranda smiled brightly as she lifted my skirt. "Oh my, you sure went a lot, your highness. Your Vampers diaper is rather soaked."