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"There is no need for such formality, sister," The Vampire said, smirking as she glanced up from her chessboard, turning her crimson gaze upon the newly arrived Aoi. "There is little time and much for us to do. Tell me, did you sense something just now? If so, then I congratulate you on your perception. In any case, I'll explain briefly, regardless, as I have a bit of information you might not have noticed. But first, why not sit down?" Extending an arm to an empty chair across the chessboard, Miraiya smiled cordially to her sister, inviting her to have a seat.

"Just a moment ago, light appeared a short distance from our territory. While normally this would not be unusual, this light was different. Not of this world. I pinpointed the location from which this light emanated, and you can understand my surprise when I found exactly what its source was: the doorway," The master of the hall continued, smiling with anticipation. "And, if the legends are to be believed, that can mean only one thing: a Human, from the fabled world beyond that gateway, with vast untapped power running through its veins. Surely you know what that means?" The Vampire stretched out her wings along with her arms in a showman's pose to emphasize her point, light scattering from the luminous crystals attached to the metal rods embedded into her back.

"A most valuable prize has stumbled its way onto our doorstep. As it is, we are in the most advantageous position to reap the reward. However, we're not the major players in this grand game - yet. Should we make such a brazen move, doubtless we'd have hell to pay when our sisters arrived looking for their share. At the current time, I know only one person who could claim the prize I desire and get away with it safely. I understand that you and our dear, eminent sister don't always get along well, Aoi. However, an alliance with the Heiress would be the most prudent step we could take at this point. By combining our strengths, with her backing, we could easily make our move before any of our fellow Vampires can, and claim the Human's power for ourselves. That is why I also requested that your friend Asavar attend this little conference as well. However, it seems he didn't deign to grace us with his presence. Ah well. It's not like him disregarding my requests is anything new or unusual. If it wouldn't be too much to ask, could you send him to the White Rose's chapel as soon as possible? I'd like him to carry a message with him. An invitation, and moreover, a proposition."

The Yellow Rose smirked. For countless decades, centuries, even, she had been waiting for a chance such as this. She had consolidated her power, forged alliances, and laid plans. She hadn't predicted such a fortuitous occurrence on that specific day, but, she mused, she had been fully prepared for it. Within the hour, her plans would be set in motion. What the outcome would be... She smiled, spinning the white queen piece in the palm of her hand.

What the outcome could be, only time would tell.