Author's note:
VK characters are not mine. They solely belong to the respected author. I'm truly sorry for the late update. I have lost my original chapter 3 and was forced to rewrite again. Thanks for reviews and comments!!
Kaname's POV
Kuran Kaname has spent his first few hours drowning in boredom. The entertainment prepared for him were too common and dull; dancing and music. However, those were the things he had to least worry about. It seemed that Albert de Gaulle had mistaken his intention of his visit to the infamous vampire noble to be recognition from the Elder council. Having a pure blood to visit you personal is a sign of power and pride. Not many nobles have received one, thus making the aristocrat proud of the great vampire's presence. But little did he know that Kaname was here to investigate on his background, following charges of mistreatment of servant vampires placed against him by the Elderly Council. And what de Gaulle did later had proved the latter right.
Kaname was taken by surprise when the 'taming' performance took place. What was displayed in front of him indeed disgusted Kuran. The pureblood was never a fan of slavery, be it man or low level vampires like the boy he was watching now. His blood would boil whenever he heard anyone mentioned about the advantages that royalty have on those who were forced to commit themselves into slavery. Being a pacifist, the pureblood vampire believed that everyone has the right to live their life, even for a going to be Level E vampire. Usually he would ignore the whole situation and pretend like nothing happened, but what he have witness right now was too much for Kaname to bear.
The burning eyes of the servant vampire were another thing that caught the pureblood's attention. It reflected a deep yet dark emotion that Kaname had once felt, urging him to stand up for this tormented soul. He was amazed by Zero's display of courage and battle spirit; battling his inner demons while coping with pain his tormenter inflicted on him. His vampire intuitions told him to help the boy and he was ready to accept it.
"De Gaulle, that's enough. Release him."
The pureblood's command echoed through the hall. Like robots, the guards instantly obeyed and loosen their hold on Zero. The thunderous voice frightens Albert; without notice he was trembling like a mouse. He walked closer to Kaname, trying to apologize for whatever reason that made his guest upset.
"Albert de Gaulle, in the name of the Council of Elders, you are arrested for the death of two servant vampires and the abuse of power."
The proud noble was utterly shocked when he heard that statement. How could he been so blind to the whole situation? The fact that Kuran came to gave his the council's blessing was too good to be true. All he had ever worked for have now crumbled before his very own eyes, due to his foolishness. A few agents from the council came in and escorted him out.
"I guess that's the end of de Gaulle. Great job, Kaname!"
Kaname turned around and saw his assistant, Ichijou Takuma at the hall entrance holding two cups of packed coffee. The blonde came and greeted his friend. He suddenly turned his attention to the half dazed vampire laying on the floor.
"So, what are you gonna do with him? Send him to the Council?"
"No, I'll take him with me…"