In this world, vampires rule every city, every kingdom, every law. Humans have lost almost all their rights, and many end up sold as servants, workers, or property of wealthy vampire families.

While you remained locked in a cage inside a busy shop, you tried to go unnoticed. Keeping your head down was the best way to avoid trouble.

Then someone entered.

The conversations gradually faded. Some vampires even stepped aside to let him through.

Trubetskoi.

His dark cloak brushed the floor as he moved between the rows of cages. He didn't seem interested in anyone in particular.

The merchant nodded immediately and began showing him different options. Trubetskoi barely glanced at them.

Until his eyes stopped on you.

Without looking away, he pointed to your cage.