Chapter 1113 - 442: Are They Just a Bunch of Puppets?
Zhang Beixing’s gaze glided over the crouching figures, as if he were savoring his handiwork.
His lips curled into a playful smile, eyes flickering with a sense of triumph.
Finally, he had become the true ruler, one who could obscure the heavens with a single hand, manipulating people’s hearts!
"Rise." Zhang Beixing spoke, his tone flat yet undeniable.
Instantly, the crowd rose like marionettes, their movements synchronized, without a hint of hesitation.
Their eyes remained perplexed and vacant, as if they had lost self-awareness.
Only obeying their master’s commands gave their existence meaning.
[Host, you have now initially mastered the power of Pupil Skill.]
The system’s voice echoed in his mind once more, carrying a hint of satisfaction.
[This is just the beginning, the mysteries of Pupil Skill are infinite, and you need to delve deeper into cultivation.]
[However, at this stage, you can now use Pupil Power to control the will of ordinary people. This will greatly assist your future actions.]
Zhang Beixing nodded slightly, his gaze landing on Richard and Alina.
The pair appeared unaffected, seemingly not influenced by Pupil Power.
Evidently, their strength was beyond what Zhang Beixing could easily control at this point.
This left Zhang Beixing a little disappointed, but it was expected.
After all, Richard was the heir of the Federation Clan, and Alina was a distinguished member among the vampires.
Their willpower could not be compared to that of ordinary people.
"Richard, this past month, how has your control over the Alba Clan been?"
Zhang Beixing turned his gaze to Richard, asking calmly.
Richard bowed respectfully, answering with courtesy:
"In reply to you, brother, during the month you were in seclusion cultivating, I have basically gained control over the power structure of the Alba Clan. Those who were disloyal or harbored ill intentions have already been cleaned out. Now, Alba is entirely yours."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Beixing smiled with satisfaction.
Having been his subordinate for years, Zhang Beixing had always trusted Richard’s ability to handle affairs.
Indeed, Richard had not disappointed his expectations.
"Very well, with your words, I am reassured."
Zhang Beixing nodded lightly, turning his gaze to Alina.
"Alina, have you been able to reach out to your fellow vampire clansmen this month?"
Alina lifted her head, answering with pride:
"Hmph, a mere human family, I wouldn’t even glance at. But for your sake, I’ve contacted some secret vampire forces. Whenever you ask, they can be at your disposal."
"Of course, the prerequisite is that you should show enough sincerity to earn their loyalty. Vampires aren’t easily bought."
Alina’s words were filled with disdain for humans and pride for her kin.
Yet Zhang Beixing didn’t mind, instead, he grinned with amusement.
"Sincerity? What I lack most now is sincerity, indeed."
He slowly raised his hand and made a simple gesture.
Suddenly, a vast aura enveloped the entire hall.
It was an unprecedented pressure, emanating from Zhang Beixing.
In the next moment, everyone felt dizzy and faint, their consciousness growing hazy.
Except for Zhang Beixing, everyone else’s eyes began to glow with a strange red light!
Their consciousness seemed to be eroded by some force, gradually losing their sense of self.
"What... what have you done to us?"
Alina struggled to maintain her consciousness, looking at Zhang Beixing incredulously.
She could feel a terrifying force attempting to seize control of her mind.
This was a sensation she had never experienced before, even as a vampire, causing her to tremble with fear.
"I said, I want everyone to bow to me."
Zhang Beixing’s voice resonated like demonic music from the abyss, filled with the power to seduce.
"Now, you are all my chess pieces, my puppets. Apart from obeying my orders, you have no other choice."
"No... impossible..."
Alina held onto her will with difficulty, shaking her head.
She couldn’t believe that a noble vampire like herself could be controlled by a human.
This was a disgrace, an unbearable defeat!
But no matter how she struggled, she couldn’t resist that terrifying force.
She could feel her consciousness gradually collapsing.
"Submit, this is your only destiny."
Zhang Beixing’s voice echoed in the hall like a spell.
He slowly walked toward Alina, reaching out to gently stroke her cheek.
The cold yet delicate touch made him feel immense pleasure.
"Such a perfect face..."
Zhang Beixing muttered to himself with piercing eyes, as if trying to see through Alina.
"It’s a pity, no matter how perfect the appearance, it can’t hide your inner pride."
"But it’s okay, from now on, your pride will bow to me."
"Everything you have is mine."
As he spoke, Zhang Beixing’s pupils suddenly turned blood-red!
A scarlet light shot into Alina’s eyes.
"No————"
Alina let out a heartrending scream, collapsing to the ground.
She could no longer resist, her consciousness completely controlled by Zhang Beixing.
From now on, she was Zhang Beixing’s shape.
A beautiful yet hollow shape.
Zhang Beixing gazed in satisfaction at Alina lying on the floor, his lips curling into a cruel smile.
He turned his head, looking at Richard, who showed the same vacant expression.