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Vlad's strategy hinged on the cloak of his deeply-rooted animosity towards humans. He skillfully wove his narrative, sharing a tale of tragedy and loss that resonated with the officers before him.

The deliberate omission of his last name, Silverfang, and his lineage as a member of a noble house, was a calculated move to steer their perception away from his true identity.

Vlad recounted the heart-wrenching story of his family's massacre, as well as the annihilation of his entire village – a chosen family to him.

He placed the blame squarely on the shoulders of the Human Empire that worshipped the Goddess of Light, Elanoia.

The narrative was tailored to stoke the fires of his apparent vendetta, an explanation that would align with his desire to join the Blood Hounds and sharpen his skills.

"Hah... Another one driven by vengeance." Rhaegar remarked, his voice carrying a mix of understanding and resignation.