Legend of Dracula I

History is a cloth woven from truth and dreams. At times the truth is too brutal, so we paint over it with our dreams.

...However, there are those who embrace delusions. They crush the truth, and delight us with deception.

That is to say, to be frank, I will not forgive "Dracula." Not ever.

Are you awake?

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I-I'm sorry, Master. I know it's late.

But Vlad has something he wants to talk to you about.

Fou.

It's mixed.

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My memories. You see, I was born the second son of my father, Vlad II, and was ruler of Wallachia.

Although I was driven to misfortune, I have no regrets over my life.

Howeversince my materialization as a Servant, I have been haunted by a different memory.

Could those be ofDracu...

...I apologize. Please continue your story.

You're right. The memories of that dreaded vampire. People I've never seen before glare at me, and try to drive a stake through my heart.

...The hearts of men! They are full of absurd naivety and incorrigible stubbornness.

They affix imaginary personalities, imaginary histories, and imaginary stories to reality.

But they have no idea how much trouble those affected are going through. Therefore, heed my orders.

Travel with me to a different era, and eliminate the imaginary history. It should be easy.

Even imaginings are based on real tales, and those tales have authors.

We will bring an end to them. It should be easy for us. Don't tell me, you're going to say no?

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...W-Well, that's right. Defamation is a problem that can't be ignored.

Regardless of the outcome, or how we arrived at it... Revealing the truth is the right thing to do.

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Yes. At least I think so.

Once we start tracking Dra...'s footsteps, the place with the highest magical energy response...

...will most likely be the origin of Dra...'s legends.

It's just that... Can the commonly known legend of Dra... be erased that easily?

Why are you still talking? I gave you an order. Hurry and make haste.

Y-Yes, sir. All right, let's get going.

We're in London. We're picking up a strong magical energy response here.

...Most likely, the biggest difference between the original Vlad and the vampire Vlad is whether he visited London or not.

Normally, Vlad has no connection with this place whatsoever.

So, this is London. I see. What a dreadful place.

Naturally, Mina Harker and Lucy Westenra never actually existed.

However, it's possible there were actual women being attacked, and having their blood sucked Women who resembled the characters.

Fine. Commence your investigation.

Y-Yes, sir.

But we have no clues at all. Doctor, do you have anything on your end?

Well... I have picked up several small traces of magical energy.

But it's hard to say if those are powerful enough to establish the legend of Dracula.

Hmm...

But I'll keep trying!

No, that's fine. I'm well aware of your devotion to this task. However, it vexes me that there's nothing I can do.

It's true that later generations would brand me a tyrant for my reign.

Howevereven so, I am sure it wasn't enough for people to start calling me Dracul.

Vlad...

What?

That wasthe cry of a woman!

I picked up a strong magical energy response. Mash, you should go take a look.

I will accompany you. RightI hope we run into this vampire.

Please...stop...

"Kazikli Bey."

What?

...I see. This is quite intriguing. Look, Mash and my Master!

Completely unfitting for this era, for this place On appearance alone, this is indeed "Dracul."

This is...

A monster that transforms into a bat, and preys on human flesh Truly despicable.

Prepare for your death, you heinous bat. In my current rage, I don't care if you're the Devil himself... I'll crush you.

That sound just now...

It looks like he's calling his allies. Fine. Saves me the trouble of hunting them down. How efficient.

Oh how I wish every war was like this. Wouldn't you agree, Master?

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I couldn't agree more, Master!

Let the devastation commence! Otherwiseshow us just how much of a devil you are!

Hmph. Perish without a trace, you filthy beasts.

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You, girl.

Y-Yes?

Worry not. This beast shall no longer trouble you. Return to your home, and indulge in peaceful slumber.

Y-Yes, sir. Pardon me What is your name, sir?

Vlad III. Remember it.

Hmm. I believe it's safe to assume the history has returned to its proper path.

Ah, yes. I thinkthis will do the trick.

Magnificent! Then let us return.

Sorry for forcing you to accompany me.

N-No, not at all. It's quite all right.

Yes. Tonight you should rest as much as you like. I will be in my spirit form.

Excuse me, Senpai.

...Even if we correct history, the chance for the legend of Dracula to be erased is...

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...Yes.

But, for Vladthis IS his wish for the Holy Grail.

Who knows what might actually happen?

But at the very least, people's perception of Vlad III might change That would be a miracle.

All we can do now is hope and watch.