With the blood sect's dominion firmly established, Valerian turned his attention to the aftermath of their conquest. The sects they had destroyed left behind a multitude of survivors, both mortals and sect members who were now left without guidance or purpose.
Valerian saw this as an opportunity to bolster the ranks of the blood sect. He believed that by converting these individuals into vampires, he could not only strengthen their forces but also offer them a new path—a chance to embrace the darkness and rise above their former lives.
Word spread throughout the cultivation world that the blood sect was offering refuge to those who had been left behind. Mortals who sought protection from the chaos and cultivators who had lost their sects flocked to the blood sect's headquarters in search of solace.
Valerian, accompanied by his trusted disciples, met with each newcomer personally. He listened to their stories of loss and despair, offering them a choice—a chance at immortality and power as a vampire, or to remain mortal and live in the shadow of the blood sect's dominion.
Some were hesitant, unsure of what it meant to become a vampire. Valerian, with his commanding presence, reassured them. He explained the benefits of immortality, the heightened senses, and the strength that would come with embracing the darkness within.
Slowly but surely, the ranks of the blood sect swelled with new converts. Mortals were turned into vampires, their bodies infused with the dark essence of the blood arts. Sect members who had lost everything found a new purpose within the blood sect, their loyalty unwavering.
Valerian oversaw their transformation, ensuring that each new member understood the responsibility and power that came with being part of the blood sect. He taught them the ancient blood arts, sharing his knowledge and experience, nurturing their growth.
Chapter 22 concluded with Valerian witnessing the transformation of countless individuals into vampires, each one an embodiment of the blood sect's power and ambition. The blood sect had become a refuge for the lost and a beacon of hope for those who sought strength and purpose.
As the converted members embraced their newfound existence, they swore their loyalty to Valerian and the blood sect. Together, they would forge a path of darkness and dominance, leaving an indelible mark upon the cultivation world