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The confrontation reached a turning point as Prince Ryuu's rage gave way to surrender, his twisted desires quelled by the overwhelming presence of the Elder, the Vampire Hunters, and the truth of the prophecy. The tension that had gripped the room began to subside, leaving a palpable sense of resolution in its wake. "Forgive me, Elder Elastaari. I never knew the truth about the prophecy. I've sinned too much."

"Stand up, Prince Ryuu," he told him. "You've accepted your mistake and that is enough."

"I destroyed my family's bloodline!" Ryuu screamed, then, he looked at Kousei. "You could have been the new emperor of Japan if I have not made you into a vampire."

Kousei looked away. "I have no intention to become an emperor of Japan. We are dead, and we are all just waiting for judgment. Even so, I want to tell you that I will forgive you if you make sure not to hurt my loved ones."

With the threat neutralized, the Vampire Hunters prepared to leave, their departure accompanied by a heavy silence that hung in the air.

Kousei walked alongside them, his form a juxtaposition of a vampire's strength and a boy's vulnerability. The distance between him and his friends, and even his father, remained like an unspoken barrier—a testament to the chasm that had formed.

As they made their way towards the exit, the absence of conversation underscored the complexities of the situation. Kousei's silence to them was mirrored by his friends and father, each heart heavy with emotions that defied easy expression.

Elder Elastarii's voice carried a mixture of wisdom and understanding as he addressed Takahiko and his friends. His gaze held a depth of empathy that resonated with the complexity of the situation. "The boy you once knew as Kousei has undergone a transformation that transcends the boundaries of human understanding. He retains his human memories, yet he is now a vampire—a being shaped by a new reality. He is not the boy you knew anymore. He has totally changed."

Takahiko's gaze was a mixture of grief and acceptance, his voice a reflection of the journey he had embarked upon. "I see him there, but he's now different person. I can't imagine what he's been through."

Kaori's eyes glistened with unshed tears, her voice carrying the weight of her emotions. "He's still Kousei, but he's not the same. We lost a piece of him. Even so, we all know he's still the same boy we all love and care."

Elder Elastarii's voice was gentle, a touch of reassurance amidst the sorrow that hung in the air. "Kousei's path has been one of pain and transformation. He is navigating a world that blends human memories with supernatural existence. It is a journey that demands time and understanding."

And so, as the Vampire Hunters and Kousei disappeared from sight, the chapter closed on a bittersweet departure—a farewell that left hearts heavy with unspoken words, emotions, and the weight of a reality that had forever changed. The echoes of their journey lingered in the air, a testament to the complexities of existence—the shadows and the light, the human and the supernatural—all woven into a tapestry that held the potential for growth, reconciliation, and a new understanding of what it meant to be truly alive.

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A/n: Thank you everyone for reading my fanfiction!!! This chapter is short but I hope you liked it!! 🥰