Global Lord: My Unit Commander is Vampire Queen-Chapter 19: Scream of the Innocents

Lucas stood in the Command Center, his eyes alight with predatory satisfaction, examining the tactical display displaying the results of the slaughter zone massacre. The 312 newly converted units had bolstered his army, but more importantly, the psychological impact had spread throughout the Continental Region. Fear was the most valuable currency in the Global Lord realm.

"My King," Selena stepped in, crimson eyes gleaming with dark anticipation, "I have received multiple surrender communications. Three minor Lords in the proximity of the slaughter zone have... capitulated."

Lucas activated the communication interface and saw a flood of desperate messages.

[System: Surrender Communications]

[From: Lord Garrett Ashwood - Level 31]

[Message: "Lord Nightveil, I surrender. My territory and all assets will be surrendered. Please spare the civilian population..."]

[From: Lady Miriam Goldenheart - Level 28]

[Message: "Please don’t attack. We surrender unconditionally. We have 2,000 civilians..."]

[From: Baron Viktor Ironhold - Level 34]

[Message: "Complete surrender. All military assets are yours. Only requesting safe passage for non-combatants..."]

"Touching," Lucas muttered in a tone dripping with sarcasm. "They still think surrender will save them."

Selena smiled, her expression radiating pure menace. "My King, with the territory they’re offering, we’ll control an additional 78 square kilometers. But what’s more... interesting is the civilian population they mentioned."

Lucas stared at Selena, his eyes gleaming with cruel curiosity. "2,000 civilians total. Perfect for... more advanced experiments."

[System: Territory Acquisition Available]

[Lord Garrett Ashwood: 23 km² - 600 civilians]

[Lady Miriam Goldenheart: 31 km² - 800 civilians]

[Baron Viktor Ironhold: 24 km² - 600 civilians]

[Total Resources: 78 km² territory, 2,000 civilians]

[Estimated Soul Value: 2,000 souls]

[Strategic Value: High]

"Accept their surrender," Lucas ordered, his voice trembling with dark anticipation. "But with... specific conditions."

He activated a broadcast response that would be sent to the three surrendering Lords.

[System: Conditional Surrender Terms]

[To: All surrendering Lords]

[Terms: Complete territorial transfer, all military assets, civilian population for... administrative purposes]

[Guarantee: Swift processing of all subjects]

[Time Limit: 2 hours to complete transfer]

Selena read the terms, her eyes shining with twisted appreciation. "Administrative purposes. Elegant euphemism, My King."

"Euphemism makes everything more... palatable," Lucas smiled with a chilling expression. "Selena, prepare a reception area for the civilian population. I want them to feel... welcomed."

[System: Civilian Processing Center]

[Location: Former slaughter zone - now cleansed]

[Capacity: 2,500 subjects]

[Processing Rate: 200 subjects per hour]

[Conversion Options: Soul extraction, vampiric corruption, psychological conditioning]

[Estimated Completion: 10 hours]

Lucas activated the tactical display, which displayed the movement of the surrendering territories. Civilian convoys began moving toward the processing center with minimal escort. They didn’t realize they were walking toward something far worse than death.

"My King," Selena stepped up to the War Table, her eyes gleaming with dark excitement, "I have prepared a special... welcome ceremony for the civilian population. Psychological conditioning that will make them more... cooperative."

"Elaborate," Lucas replied in an interested tone.

"Selective demonstration, My King. I will choose random subjects for public... processing. Fear of witnessing will make others more compliant with whatever we decide to do with them."

[System: Psychological Conditioning Protocol]

[Phase 1: Intimidation Display]

[Phase 2: Selective Processing]

[Phase 3: Compliance Testing]

[Phase 4: Mass Conversion]

[Estimated Resistance: 12% (manageable)]

Lucas nodded with twisted approval. "Proceed with preparation. But I want to add a personal touch."

He activated the command interface and started designing specific... entertainment for the civilian population.

[System: Custom Processing Options]

[Option 1: Public Execution Display]

[Option 2: Vampiric Corruption Demonstration]

[Option 3: Soul Extraction Ceremony]

[Option 4: Psychological Torture Exhibition]

[Recommendation: Combination approach for maximum impact]

"Combination approach," Lucas decided, his voice trembling with cruel anticipation. "I want them to understand exactly what awaits anyone who resists or displeases us." 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Selena smiled, her expression radiating absolute malevolence. "Perfect choice, My King. I will ensure that this demonstration will be... memorable."

[System: First Civilian Convoy Arriving]

[Lord Garrett’s Population: 600 civilians]

[Composition: 230 men, 280 women, 90 children]

[Current Status: Unaware of true purpose]

[Estimated Arrival: 30 minutes]

Lucas watched the approaching convoy with eyes burning with predatory hunger. "Selena, for the first demonstration, I want you to choose subjects that will have the maximum psychological impact on observers."

"Family units, My King?" Selena asked, her voice trembling with excitement.

"Precisely. Nothing creates fear like watching loved ones... processed."

[System: Demonstration Target Selection]

[Primary Targets: 5 family units]

[Secondary Targets: Community leaders]

[Tertiary Targets: Random selection for unpredictability]

[Total Demonstration Subjects: 47 individuals]

[Remaining Population: 553 for mass processing]

Lucas activated communication with all nearby Lords who were still observing via the broadcast system.

[System: Broadcast Announcement]

[To: All Lords within a 200 km radius]

[Message: "Civilian processing demonstration will begin in 30 minutes. Educational content for Lords interested in advanced administrative techniques."]

[Current Viewers: 52 Lords]

[Estimated Psychological Impact: Continental scale]

Suddenly, Lucas received an urgent communication that made him smile with a truly terrifying expression.

[System: Emergency Communication]

[From: Continental Lord Alliance]

[Message: "Nightveil, we demand the immediate cessation of civilian processing. This violates all established conventions of the Global Lord realm."]

[Signatories: 23 High-Level Lords]

Lucas stared at the message, his eyes gleaming with twisted amusement. "Conventions? They still think there are rules in this realm."

Selena stepped closer, her eyes burning with absolute fascination. "My King, I suggest we respond with... a demonstration that will clarify our position regarding conventions."

"Agreed," Lucas activated the response communication with a tone that radiated cold menace.

[System: Response to Alliance]

[To: Continental Lord Alliance]

[Message: "Conventions are a luxury only the strong can enjoy. Civilian processing will proceed as scheduled. Anyone who attempts to interfere will join the demonstration."]

[Tone: Absolute, non-negotiable]

[Threat Level: Maximum]

[System: First Convoy Arrived]

[Civilian Population: 600 subjects]

[Current Status: Confused, frightened]

[Processing Area: Prepared]

[Demonstration Stage: Ready]

Lucas stepped onto the observation balcony overlooking the processing area. Below, 600 civilians had been gathered in an area enclosed by high walls. They were still unaware of the true nature of their situation.

"My King," Selena stepped beside Lucas, her eyes glowing with euphoria, "the demonstration targets have been selected. I will begin psychological conditioning."

Selena floated to the central processing area with an aura that radiated pure terror. Her voice began echoing with supernatural amplification, reaching every civilian in the area.

"Citizens of the former territories," Selena spoke in a voice that combined elegance and menace, "welcome to the administrative center. The integration process will begin with an orientation session."

[System: Psychological Conditioning - Phase 1]

[Fear Level: Rising rapidly]

[Civilian Morale: Collapsing]

[Resistance Potential: Decreasing]

[Compliance Rate: 78%]

Lucas watched the civilians begin to realize that something was wrong. Some tried to run, but the undead guards positioned on the perimeter effortlessly stopped any escape attempts.

"First demonstration," Lucas ordered, his voice trembling with cruel anticipation.

Selena raised her hand, and five family units—a total of 23 individuals—began to float to the center area with supernatural force. Screams from family members began to echo, and the remaining civilians started to panic with complete desperation.

"Observe," Selena spoke in a voice that reached every corner of the processing area, "because comprehension is key to survival."

[System: Demonstration Phase 1 - Soul Extraction]

[Target: Family Unit Alpha]

[Subjects: 2 parents, 3 children]

[Process: Public soul extraction]

[Educational Value: Maximum terror]

Selena raised her hand, her eyes burning with painful intensity, and dark energy began to surround the first family. The process that occurred was something beyond normal understanding—souls being extracted with visible agony, leaving behind empty shells that were still conscious but completely broken.

Terrifying screams poured from the demonstration area, and Lucas could see several civilians collapsing from psychological shock. Even more satisfying were the expressions of the Lords watching through the broadcast—a mixture of horror, fascination, and growing fear.

"Beautiful," Lucas murmured with twisted appreciation. "Selena, proceed with phase 2."

[System: Demonstration Phase 2 - Vampiric Corruption]

[Target: Family Unit Beta]

[Subjects: 2 parents, 2 children]

[Process: Forced vampiric transformation]

[Psychological Impact: Extreme]

What followed was a systematic and brutal display of vampiric corruption. Family members transformed into vampiric creatures that immediately turned against each other, creating a scene beyond nightmares. The remaining civilians began to experience a complete psychological breakdown.

"My King," Selena stepped back onto the observation balcony, her eyes glowing with ecstasy, "the remaining population has reached optimal compliance. They will accept whatever processing we decide."

Lucas stared at the mass of terrified civilians, his eyes gleaming with predatory satisfaction.

"Excellent. Begin mass conversion. I want 2,000 new units to face the Ancient Region threat."

Suddenly, his communication device vibrated with an urgent message, making Lucas smile with a truly terrifying expression.

[System: Critical Communication]

[From: Ancient Region Entity]

[Message: "Nightveil. Your... activities have caught our attention. Prepare for evaluation."]

[Threat Level: ABSOLUTE]

[Estimated Arrival: 90 minutes]

Lucas stared at the message, his eyes glowing with a mixture of excitement and anticipation.

"Selena, accelerate processing. We will need every available unit to face whatever comes."

Selena smiled with an expression that radiated pure menace. "My King, with mass conversion of the civilian population, we will have an unprecedented army. But..."

"But what?"

"Mercy is the luxury of fools," Selena whispered, her voice trembling with dark anticipation. "And we will demonstrate to the Ancient Region entities that mercy is a concept that does not exist in our realm."

[System: Mass Conversion Initiated]

[Target Population: 2,000 civilians]

[Process: Accelerated vampiric corruption]

[Estimated Completion: 75 minutes]

[Ancient Region Evaluation: Approaching]

[Final Preparation: Critical]