Crimson Heir: Shadows in Academia

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To better care for Alex Qi's daily life and ensure his safety, the butler, Mike Nicholas Farrar, even provided him with a "cute" maid and a capable bodyguard.

When Alex Qi woke up, he found himself lying on the only small bed in the room. Butler Mike Nicholas Farrar was sitting on the sofa, leisurely smoking, a glass of red wine on a low table beside him, looking quite content.

Seeing the butler's relaxed demeanor, Alex Qi suddenly felt a little hungry and casually asked, "How long have I been asleep?"

After taking a drag of his cigarette and a small sip of his wine, Mike Nicholas Farrar slowly replied, "Only seven days and seven nights."

Hearing this answer, Alex Qi felt more than just a little hungry; his stomach was practically cramping. "Seven days and seven nights without food, and I haven't starved to death!"

However, now wasn't the time to think about how he hadn't starved to death; it was time to have a good meal. "Is there anything to eat?" It seemed he could only ask this so-called butler; Alex Qi was acutely aware of his current predicament.

"What do you want to eat? Human food or our own?" Mike's answer was still weak and listless, but it sounded grating to Alex Qi's ears.

"Right, I'm a vampire now, different from humans! But besides being hungry, I feel incredibly powerful, as if I have everything under control. Other than that, nothing seems to have changed," Alex Qi thought to himself after a moment's reflection.

While thinking this, Alex Qi looked down at his hands and feet, checking for any changes.

What he saw startled him. Not only did he emit a foul stench, but his clothes had also shrunk. Wait, clothes shrinking shouldn't happen. Had he grown taller?

Jumping off the bed, Alex Qi realized he had indeed grown taller. He couldn't help but shout, "Heavens above! Earth below! God has opened his eyes! I've finally grown taller! I've finally escaped the sorrow of being short that has plagued me for so many years!"

Alex Qi's ecstatic joy was interrupted by Mike Nicholas Farrar's words, "Um, I said, shouldn't you take a shower first? I've prepared your change of clothes for you; they're in the bathroom. I'll prepare a sumptuous dinner for you in a bit."

Chapter Three: From CEO to Superior

Alex Qi took a comfortable hot shower in the bathroom, put on the suit that was laid out beside him, and both the underwear and the jacket fit perfectly, as if tailor-made. Then he put on the black leather shoes, and wow, you know what? He really looked the part!

Looking at himself in the mirror, compared to his former self, not only had he inexplicably grown taller, but even his skin had become smooth and fair. While he wouldn't say it was flawless, it was certainly fair and rosy, without a trace of imperfection. Perhaps he wouldn't be able to survive in the vampire world, but becoming a gigolo would definitely be in demand. Alex Qi wondered what Mike, who was setting out dinner outside, would think if he overheard his thoughts.

Sitting at the table, Alex Qi noticed Mike wasn't sitting down, but rather standing respectfully to the side. He was puzzled. Did vampires have some kind of ritual before eating? He cast a questioning glance at Mike, only to be ignored. Alex Qi finally asked, "Why aren't you sitting down? Aren't you hungry? Or do you not want to eat so-called 'human food'?"

Mike didn't answer immediately, but instead looked at Alex Qi... He bowed deeply and solemnly said, "Young Master, from this day forward, you are the rightful heir to the fourteenth vampire clan, the Arbitrator! Your name is Wanxiang Nicholas Qi. Your words and actions will represent our vampire clan. I will return to my old profession, the head butler of the Nicholas family. Tomorrow, please be sure to go and take over all the family's assets in the United States, namely, Sunrise Investment Company. This will be your sole source of income for your life in the United States.

Of course, the company will be managed by professional managers. All you need to do is familiarize yourself with your assets. As for the assets in Europe, due to various obstacles, they cannot be transferred to your name. I will temporarily continue to manage them for you until you are capable of inheriting them." "And tomorrow I will depart for Europe to reopen the Nicholas Grand Estate, which has been closed for over 70 years.

Since you have inherited the Nicholas family bloodline, the other vampires' assassination attempts against me will cease. While you will not be openly murdered, you must be wary of those who covet the Nicholas family's legacy.

To ensure your future well-being and safety, my adopted son and daughter will become your most loyal guards and maids. When you are capable of facing all hostile forces in Europe, please come to Europe to find me, and I will return everything that is rightfully yours.

As your butler, I am unworthy to sit at the same table with you for dinner. Please enjoy your meal."

After hearing this long string of nonsense, Alex Qi finally understood! He couldn't help but mutter, "Damn it, what kind of world is this! I thought I could finally start my happy, free vampire life, but what's this situation? It's obvious I've been tricked by this so-called butler, who dumped a huge mess on me, and I'm constantly in danger. The billion-dollar inheritance is just a pipe dream."

Alex Qi kept ranting inwardly, though he only dared to curse in his mind. This butler standing so solemnly beside him possessed the strength of a marquis, while he, due to his inheritance, only had the strength of an earl, but no corresponding fighting ability. He believed he had no chance of fighting back against the butler. He'd better hone his fighting skills!

Actually, there are other similar entities in America, such as Taoist sects, Buddhist sects, and demonic cults, as well as other religions or national institutions. Seeing Alex Qi looking troubled in front of a table full of food, Mike had to interrupt him. "Our Arbitrator race can operate freely in America because, apart from the energy release during battle, we are no different from humans." My ability to conceal my presence stems from injuries sustained in past battles.