Big Announcement

After the lady medical head left, a charged silence enveloped the room, only to be broken by Alex's deliberate movement as he drew closer to Ariana, their gazes locking in a tense exchange. Ariana's mind raced with apprehension, her thoughts a flurry of concern as she observed his proximity.

"What is he intending?" she pondered, her heart hammering against her ribcage. "Why does he sit so unnervingly close? Didn't the medical head just caution us against yielding to temptation for the sake of our unborn child? Surely, he wouldn't disregard her warning! No, he can't... he mustn't!"

As her anxiety mounted, Alex's expression shifted, his features assuming a gravity that belied his usual demeanor. He spoke, his words cutting through the tension like a knife.

"Ariana, it's time we informed our parents," he declared, his tone resolute.

Ariana's breath caught in her throat, relief washing over her in a tidal wave. "Thank goodness," she silently exhaled, her fears momentarily assuaged. "He's not suggesting anything... inappropriate."

With newfound composure, she regarded Alex, her gratitude palpable as she processed his proposal. "Phew," she thought, a small smile tugging at her lips. "Thank heavens he's focused on discussing our situation rather than indulging in... other impulses."

Alex turned to her with concern. "Ariana, when do you plan on telling your parents about the pregnancy?"

Alex's this question pierced the air, drawing Ariana's attention back to the matter at hand. Her response came in a rush of nerves, her words faltering as she grappled with the suddenness of the revelation.

"What? Tell my family?" she stammered, her eyes widening in disbelief.

Sensing her distress, Alex adopted a soothing tone, his words a balm to her frayed nerves.

"It's alright if you're not ready now," he reassured her, his voice a steady anchor in the storm of her emotions. "But we can't delay indefinitely. You'll need to prepare yourself, Ariana. And when you're ready, we'll face this together."

Ariana's voice trembled as she muttered, "Okay." Her mind whirled with uncertainty.

"Geez, this is embarrassing," she thought. "How can I face my parents and my brother with this news? They'll know I've... done things I shouldn't have. Will they judge me for getting pregnant before graduating? It's all so troublesome. I've postponed it for now, but I'll have to confront them eventually. I wish I could disappear."

Lost in her thoughts, Ariana felt a gentle poke on her cheek. Alex's concerned voice broke through her reverie. "What's on your mind? Is everything alright?"

Startled, Ariana snapped back to reality. "Oh, um, nothing, just... thinking," she stammered.

Alex continued, his tone soft but firm. "Okay, Ariana. We're leaving for the Vampire World the day after tomorrow to meet my parents and grandparents. We might have to stay for a week. Tomorrow, go to your college, meet your friends, and ask for a medical leave. I'll handle the rest."

The next day, anxiety gnawed at Ariana's stomach as she entered her classroom. Betty and Mini exchanged worried glances, noticing Ariana's peculiar behavior. Finally, unable to contain their concern, they approached her during a free class.

"What's wrong? You look like you've been caught red-handed," Betty said, her brow furrowed. "Is something bothering you? Please, tell us."

Ariana's heart raced as she struggled to find the words. "N-nothing, just... a little fever. It's nothing serious," she managed, her voice betraying her nerves.

During lunch hour, Betty brought up the news about their Managerial Economics teacher's wife being eight months pregnant,"Hey, did you guys hear? Our Managerial Economics teacher's wife is eight months pregnant. That's why he's taking leave to take care of her."

This News caught Ariana off guard. Choking on her food, she struggled to regain her composure.

Mini rushed to her side, gently rubbing her back. "Slow down, Ariana. No one's going to snatch your food. Eat slowly," she advised, concern evident in her voice.

Betty continued, praising the teacher's care and dedication to his pregnant wife. "He's not just handsome, but also incredibly caring," she remarked.

Mini nodded in agreement. "I wish I could find someone like him, but men like that seem rare these days."

Betty smiled knowingly. "Actually, I know someone even better. Ariana's husband is incredibly kind and caring towards her. I'm sure if Ariana were pregnant, he'd take care of her even better than our teacher."

Ariana, lost in her thoughts about whether to reveal her pregnancy, choked on her water again as the conversation turned to her hypothetical pregnancy.

Mini's frustration peaked. "Ariana, what's going on with you today? You've been acting strange since morning, and now you're choking over and over again! Tell us what's going on!"

Feeling the weight of her secret pressing down on her, Ariana knew she couldn't keep it hidden forever. Gathering her courage, she clenched her fists, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath. In one swift motion, she blurted out, "I'M PREGNANT!"

This time, Mini and Betty choked on their words, their expressions startled as they turned to Ariana.

"What? What did you just say? Repeat it!" they demanded.

Ariana lowered her head, her tone filled with embarrassment. "Whatever you heard just now is true," she mumbled.

Betty grabbed her hand, speaking in a hushed tone. "You're pregnant? For real?"

Ariana, her cheeks burning, bit her lip and nodded. "Yes."

Mini, slipping into gossip mode, bombarded Ariana with questions. "How did this happen all of a sudden? You told us you'd wait until after graduation to do anything like that. How did you end up pregnant? When did you... you know... and how many times?"

Betty gently lifted Ariana's face, her expression compassionate. "Sweetheart, if you weren't ashamed while doing it, why are you blushing now? Come on, tell us everything."

Ariana's mind raced. "I can't tell them the circumstances of how I conceived this child, but I can't lie either. I didn't commit a crime, so why should I take responsibility for it? Moreover ,we only did it twice, and both times, he was the one who enjoyed it passionately while I just endured the pain."

In an embarrassed tone, she confessed, "It wasn't my fault. We only did it once! I never thought I'd get pregnant."

Mini's imagination ran wild, her tone serious as she addressed Ariana. "Ariana, don't tell me he forced you! If that's the case, just say the word, and I'll take care of him for torturing you."

Betty chimed in, offering her support. "Yes, Ariana, we're here for you. You don't need to be afraid anymore. You should have told us earlier."

Ariana panicked internally. "Oh no! I can't tell them the truth, or they'll hate Alex and misunderstand him," she thought quickly.

In a rush, she responded, "No, no, it's not what you're thinking. He never forced me! It's just... one month ago, we attended a business party, and I mistakenly drank red wine, thinking it was pomegranate juice. I got drunk, and I don't remember what happened that night. But when I woke up the next morning, I realized..."

Betty interjected, wearing a sympathetic expression. "Oh, if that's the case, then he's not in the wrong. He must have been swept away by the atmosphere. We misunderstood him."

Mini, sounding disappointed, added, "Yes, that's true. But what's even more disappointing is that she doesn't remember what happened. Losing her memory like that..."

Ariana took a deep, calming breath. "Thank goodness they believed me easily," she thought. "If they had gotten suspicious... I don't know what I would have done. Not bad, I guess I am a good writer already since I am very quick at making stories."

In office...

Alex summoned Bai to his office urgently. As Bai entered, he noticed the urgency in Alex's voice and expression.

"Bai, today you need to arrange everything for me to hold court tomorrow in the vampire realm," Alex said firmly, his tone leaving no room for questions.

Bai, concerned, asked, "What happened, my lord? Is everything alright? Why the urgent court session?"

"You'll find out tomorrow," Alex replied cryptically. "But make sure everyone in the vampire realm is present. Your presence is crucial too."

Bai nodded obediently, "As you command, my lord. I'll ensure everyone is there. I'll leave for the vampire realm now."

"Okay, you may leave," Alex said, his mind already on the preparations.

The next morning, Alex instructed Ariana to prepare herself as they were leaving for the vampire realm.

Anxious, Ariana asked, "Are we leaving now?"

"Yes, now," Alex confirmed, his demeanor calm yet resolute.

He led her to the secret room where they would teleport between the human and vampire realms. Tenderly, he held her hand and asked her to hold onto his waist in case she felt dizzy again. Ariana nodded, wrapping her arms around his waist and resting her head on his chest, finding comfort in his closeness.

Alex began chanting spells, his voice steady and focused. The room around them started to blur, and a swirling vortex enveloped them. With each passing moment, the world around them dissolved, replaced by an otherworldly energy.

In no time, everything around them blurred as they teleported into the vampire realm, leaving behind the human world.

As soon as they arrived, their clothes automatically changed. Alex's attire transformed into all black—a shirt, pants, and a long overcoat—while Ariana found herself in a maroon ball gown.

They reappeared in the secret teleportation room. Alex's first action upon arrival was to gently touch Ariana's stomach and ask her lovingly, "Are you okay? Do you feel better now? Is your stomach hurting, or are you still feeling dizzy? Are you comfortable?"

Ariana, still resting her head on his chest and holding his waist, didn't notice. She tucked her hair behind her ear and replied, "Yeah, I'm alright. Everything is fine, including my stomach."

Alex lifted her face gently, looking into her eyes. "Do you want me to carry you outside in my arms?" he asked, glancing at her arms, which were still wrapped around his waist.

Ariana immediately withdrew, pulling her arms back. Alex smiled, offering his hand. "Shall we go now?"

Ariana shyly nodded. "Yes," she replied.

They soon arrived at the court, where everyone, from his grandparents and parents to ordinary vampires, was waiting for them.

Upon entering, everyone bowed in a show of respect and greeted them. Bai was also present, having arranged everything in advance for them. With due respect, Bai escorted them to the throne, which towered above the other seats.

As Alex and Ariana took their seats, one of his grandfather's spokespersons stood up. With utmost respect, he addressed Alex, inquiring about the purpose of this urgent court meeting.

Alex elegantly waved his hand, gesturing for everyone to sit down. With pride, he addressed the assembled crowd, "Thank you, everyone, for respecting my request and making time for this urgent court session amidst your busy schedules."

Placing his and Ariana's intertwined hands on his lap, Alex's tone became a mixture of happiness, pride, and a hint of arrogance as he announced, "I, ALEX , THE LORD OF THE VAMPIRE WORLD, AM GOING TO BE A FATHER! THE LADY ARIANA AND I ARE EXPECTING. SOON, THIS VAMPIRE WORLD WILL HAVE ITS SUCCESSOR!"

The audience erupted in joyous celebration, applauding and offering their congratulations. Alex's grandmother and mother exchanged smiles, their telepathic connection revealing their thoughts.

Alex's grandmother remarked, "Finally, this old monk is going to have his own child, heheee!"

His mother responded, "You're right. After his three thousand years of ignorance towards girls, I wondered if I'd ever see his successor. But now, I'm happy. He's in love and will soon be a father. Wonderful!"

The grandmother recalled, "I've known about this for some time. I was just waiting for him to announce it himself. Remember the blood on their wedding bedsheets the next day? Since then, I've been waiting for this good news!"

His mother agreed, "Finally! We get to hear this news. I'm very happy! !"

Before Alex could continue, he added, "ATTENTION, PLEASE! I HAVE SOMETHING MORE TO SHARE. THE LADY ARIANA IS PREGNANT WITH TWINS!"

The crowd erupted into even greater happiness at this revelation. Alex's grandparents and parents approached Ariana, showering her with kisses on her head and blessings for their happiness and the health of the unborn children. Overwhelmed by the love and affection, Ariana thanked everyone with a heartfelt smile.

Bai smiled, his thoughts drifting, "This couple always hides their feelings, and now they're expecting! That too, twins. Impressive!"

While everyone else was immersed in happiness and busy congratulating the Lord and Lady, there was one person standing in a corner, visibly unhappy. Venoma clenched her fists and gnashed her teeth furiously. She viciously looked at Ariana and said, "Laugh as much as you want, celebrate your happiness for the last time, because soon I am going to swipe away all your joy! The place where you're sitting right now originally belongs to me and only me. The Lord loves you because of those rascals inside your womb. But after I kill them, let's see how much he loves you. Huh! Your time is up. Then I will marry him and give him a successor! Hahaha! Ariana, just wait for me. I WILL NOT LET YOUR CHILDREN BE BORN ALIVE!"