Reincarnated As a Vampire [English Version]

Chapter 14

A Prince's Fear

Seeing Prince Cleve trembling in fear for some reason gave me an indescribable sense of satisfaction.

“Where did all that arrogance from earlier go, Prince?” I said sharply, my eyes narrowing. “Why is your face so pale? Maybe I should just crack open your skull.”

Cleve’s body shook uncontrollably. An overwhelming terror—one even he couldn’t comprehend—completely consumed him.
What is this? Why am I trembling like this? That gaze… why is it so terrifying? I can’t stop shaking… I’ve never felt like this before… he thought frantically.

Unable to remain standing, Cleve collapsed to his knees. His voice trembled as he tried to speak.

“Av… Av-ro-ra… I-I’m s-sorry…”

All eyes were on him. Shock was written all over their faces. Whispers began to ripple through the crowd.

“What’s wrong with Prince Cleve? Why is he so terrified?”

“I’ve never seen Prince Cleve like that…”

Liza, Alden, and Leon were equally stunned.

What just happened? Avrora moved so fast I couldn’t even see it… Cleve, who’s always so arrogant, is actually trembling in fear… Liza thought, her mouth still hanging open.

I didn’t even notice when Avrora moved… she was too fast… Alden muttered inwardly.

Avrora… you’re truly a mysterious girl, Leon thought, his eyes locked onto me.

Feeling satisfied seeing Cleve cornered, I let out a soft sigh and allowed my eyes to return to their normal color.

“Alright, I’ll forgive you. But remember this well—if you ever make me angry again, I won’t hesitate to cut you into pieces. Understood?”

I glanced around. Everyone was staring at me in utter silence.
Huh? Why is everyone so quiet…? Oh no!
I suddenly realized—I had let my power loose without thinking.
They must’ve seen it! What do I do now!?

Suddenly, a familiar voice echoed in my head.

“Heeheehee… heeheehee…”

“Huh? Ai-chan? What is it?”

“You’re the one who woke me up, you know? Look at that prince—he’s mentally crushed. You’re pretty ruthless, huh?”

“Of course! He insulted my father. I couldn’t just stand by and let it slide.”

“Yeah, yeah… I get it. Well then, I’m going back to sleep. Bye~”

“You lazy thing! Must be nice just sleeping all the time!”

I snapped back to reality, still feeling everyone’s eyes on me.
Ah—I forgot something!

I quickly stepped toward Liza, Alden, and Leon, forcing an awkward smile.

“Why are you all so quiet?”

“What was that just now, Avrora?” Liza asked, her sharp eyes full of curiosity.

“Eh?”

Cold sweat began dripping down my temple.
I knew she’d ask… What do I say…?

“Ahahaha… I just got a little upset. I wasn’t really thinking,” I replied nervously.

They all looked at me with suspicion. All I could do was laugh awkwardly.
“Ahahaha…”

Meanwhile, Prince Cleve’s face was dark with rage.
Tch… I was humiliated by a commoner. I have to get stronger. Just wait, Avrora… I’ll have my revenge…