Beastmaster King-Chapter 94 - Death Crisis

Level 51 Vampire Count? The Other Shore?

Upon hearing this information, chills ran down Lu Ran’s spine. He didn’t know exactly what a Vampire Count was—perhaps an evolutionary path of some bat-like creature. But the name The Other Shore was one he recognized.

It was the birthplace of necromancers—an SSS-ranked international crime organization wanted by the International Beastmaster Alliance.

At that moment, Lu Ran’s heartbeat seemed to accelerate tenfold, bewildered as to why a monster from The Other Shore had come to Green Sea and set its sights on him.

Even though he had dealt with a necromancer in Golden Hill, hadn’t Manager Ying said that was just an insignificant peripheral member, not even worth mentioning? Besides, hadn’t Manager Ying erased his traces and claimed internally that she was the one who had handled that necromancer? Why was he still being targeted by The Other Shore!?

“Don’t try to escape to Limitless City; I’ve already sealed the space around here.”

A voice came, and Lu Ran saw a blur before his eyes. In the next instant, the figure was right in front of him. Before he could react, intense pain erupted in his abdomen, and he was sent flying.

“Ke—!”

Lu Ran crashed into a tree, his black night coat torn, his abdomen pierced by a bloody hole. A large amount of blood spewed from his mouth. The excruciating pain contorted his expression into one of panic and fear. For the first time, he felt the cold grip of mortal danger.

“Ah—!” Lu Ran groaned in pain.

“Rawr!!!”

At that moment, Sudden Death King, who had been frozen in shock, finally reacted. Shielded by its lightning armor, it charged furiously at the Vampire Count, its gaze filled with ferocity.

This seemed to be its first time attacking anything other than small insects—and it was charging at a bizarre creature dozens of levels higher than it.

The Vampire Count didn’t even bother to glance at Sudden Death King. Standing elegantly in place, he extended a hand.

In an instant, Sudden Death King’s shield was pierced. Its tough, armor-like scales shredded like paper, and a bloodied hole appeared, spilling crimson onto the ground. The previously fierce-looking Sudden Death King now stared down at its abdomen in terror, its expression mirroring Lu Ran’s fear.

“Awoooo!!!”

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In the next moment, a flash of light shot toward the Vampire Count. Sensing Lu Ran’s danger from within the contract card, Captain Doofus broke free on its own, without waiting to be summoned. It swung its Wind Blade, its gaze fierce as it slashed at the Vampire Count.

“Woof, woof, woof!” it barked in fury.

But with a mere hum, the Vampire Count froze Captain Doofus mid-air. Its tenfold Wind Blade, imbued with Blizzard Sword Intent, was stopped by a single finger.

“Stand down. My target isn’t you.”

The Vampire Count smiled, flicking his finger. Captain Doofus’s Blizzard Sword shattered instantly, and a gust of wind threw it back more than ten meters, slamming it into a boulder.

Having dispatched Sudden Death King and Captain Doofus, the Vampire Count resumed his slow walk toward Lu Ran, who leaned against a tree, clutching his wound. Each step felt like a death sentence to Lu Ran.

By now, Lu Ran knew using the ID card to teleport was futile. His opponent’s attack, defense, and speed were unimaginably strong. As the Vampire Count had claimed, this was undoubtedly a level 50 and above monster-class being.

Coughing up more blood, Lu Ran still couldn’t fathom why he had been targeted. Had he been too conspicuous, seen as a threat by some foreign force? He had considered that nations often engaged in covert assassinations of rising talents.

With a pale face, Lu Ran glared at the so-called Vampire Count. Meanwhile, through telepathy, he reached out to Captain Doofus and Sudden Death King nearby.

“Run, quickly,” he urged.

The target was clearly him. If he could keep the Vampire Count occupied, Captain Doofus and Sudden Death King might have a chance to escape. Summoning all his resolve, Lu Ran planned to buy time.

“W-wait a minute,” Lu Ran said weakly.

“I want to know why you’re trying to kill me. I don’t understand what offense I could have caused The Other Shore. Maybe we could discuss it.”

“About this?” The Vampire Count smiled, seemingly amused.

“You didn’t actually offend The Other Shore. However, unfortunately, as a superhuman, you made it onto a hit list. You’re a must-eliminate target. I’m just following orders. Blame your own talent.”

Lu Ran’s head shot up. So it was because he was too conspicuous—his superhuman status had painted a target on his back.

Damn it.

At that moment, he wished he could pound the ground in frustration, but his severely weakened body wouldn’t allow it. If he had known this would be the outcome, he would have chosen to stay low-key, avoiding the path that made him the King of Green Sea.

“Wait. Whoever’s paying you, I can pay you more,” Lu Ran said desperately, trying every possible line to save his life.

“Unfortunately, this isn’t about money...” The Vampire Count’s smile deepened. “If I fail the mission, my head’s on the line.”

“I can promise never to appear in the outside world or in Limitless City again. I’ll vanish as if I never existed.”

“Even so, you’re a mere beginner beastmaster. What leverage do you have to negotiate with me?” The Vampire Count remained unmoved.

“A rare treat of superhuman blood, even if your rank is a bit low, should still make for a hearty meal...”

“I know where there’s an Epic artifact!” Lu Ran shouted, refusing to give up.

“Thank you for the offer.”

Yet, still unmoved, the Vampire Count lunged toward Lu Ran’s neck. But at that moment, Captain Doofus charged once more, clutching the Wind Blade as it dashed toward the Vampire Count, its rage undeterred despite the earlier defeat.

Beside it, Sudden Death King, with a gaping hole in its belly, had already imagined countless ways it might die. Though it desperately wanted to flee, seeing Captain Doofus standing up to protect Lu Ran, it steeled its resolve.

With what little strength it had left, it lunged forward alongside Captain Doofus, aiming for the Vampire Count.

“You fools,” Lu Ran cursed under his breath.

You’re both low-level creatures, no match for this bat. Why aren’t you fleeing? Go find reinforcements! What’s the point of charging in and getting yourselves killed?

As expected, the two familiars, rushing with all their might, were immediately restrained by the Vampire Count. Captain Doofus was gripped by the neck, suspended mid-air, struggling in vain. Sudden Death King’s head was held down, its body slammed into the ground with enough force to create a small crater.

In an eerie display of power, the Vampire Count effortlessly subdued both creatures, holding them in unnatural postures.

“Let them go, and I’ll give you an Epic artifact,” Lu Ran said, desperation thick in his voice.

Hearing this, the Vampire Count slowly released its hold, brushing the dust off its hands. His crimson eyes locked onto Lu Ran.

“You’ve chosen decent familiars. Even the one without a contract is willing to die for you.

“Relax. I didn’t go all-out on them. You should thank me.”

“What exactly do you want?” Lu Ran asked, his confusion growing. Despite having the power to kill them instantly, the Vampire Count seemed to be holding back each time.

Now, Lu Ran’s only hope was that handing over the Broken Horn of the Divine Deer might buy him a slim chance of survival.

“The Epic artifact? The Broken Horn of the Divine Deer, perhaps?”

“But if I kill you, I have ways of dismantling your ID Card to retrieve those resources,” the Vampire Count said, licking his lips.

Hearing this, Lu Ran’s heart sank. He hadn’t even taken out the Broken Horn of the Divine Deer, yet the Vampire Count seemed to know everything.

How thoroughly am I exposed?

Despair gripped him, and his face paled further—whether from fear or blood loss, he couldn’t tell.

“Rawr!!!”

“Woo!!!”

Captain Doofus and Sudden Death King, pinned to the ground by an unseen force, retained a sliver of consciousness. They struggled furiously but in vain.

“Woof!”

Captain Doofus bared its teeth, its gaze locked on the Vampire Count, as if committing its every detail to memory.

Beside it, Lu Ran gasped for breath, teetering on the brink of surrender. His only hope now was that Dr. Gu would somehow discover his plight and avenge him, ensuring this Vampire Count wouldn’t leave Xia unscathed.

“Hahahaha.”

Just as Lu Ran braced himself for death, the Vampire Count didn’t strike. Instead, it clutched its head and burst into laughter.

“Interesting, too interesting,” it said, looking at Lu Ran, Captain Doofus, and Sudden Death King with a mad smile.

This scene only fueled their anger.

Damn it, this lunatic. If you’re going to kill us, just do it!

Lu Ran wasn’t afraid of death—he had even considered it when he became an orphan. If not for Fang Lan’s timely intervention back then, he might already have reunited with his parents.

But now, his regret was different. He regretted involving Captain Doofus and Sudden Death King in this ordeal. They didn’t deserve—

“Forgive me, Young Master, for startling you. My master requested that I give you a little scare upon our first meeting to sharpen your vigilance, hence my actions.”

The Vampire Count’s laughter subsided, his expression returning to calm.

As Lu Ran, Captain Doofus, and Sudden Death King stared in shock, the Vampire Count snapped his fingers. Instantly, their wounds began to heal.

Young Master!?

The words seemed to resonate telepathically, allowing Captain Doofus and Sudden Death King to hear them as well. Both were equally stunned, their gazes fixed on Lu Ran in disbelief.

What’s going on!?

The Vampire Count began to explain.

“Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Monlo, a level 51 Vampire Count, the steward of Lord Lu Qiancheng and Lady Lu Yunxiu. What happened just now was only a minor prank, and I hope you’ll forgive me.”

Monlo’s tone carried a teasing edge as he watched Lu Ran’s dumbfounded reaction.

“But as for the rest, I wasn’t lying. I am indeed from The Other Shore, and you, Young Master, are indeed on an assassination list due to your superhuman identity. From now on, you must be extremely cautious.”

“What???” Lu Ran exclaimed.

“You damn lunatic! What nonsense are you spouting?”

At this point, Lu Ran’s mind was a blur. He half-expected he was hallucinating, but when he looked down, the bloody hole in his abdomen had indeed vanished.

The Vampire Count smiled, then retrieved a phone from his pocket. He tapped the screen and played a recorded video.

“Xiao Ran, by the time you see this video, your father and I have already passed away. Listen carefully to what we have to say, as it concerns your safety and your potential to become the next Master of The Other Shore.”