Quinn and Vorden are shaken after discovering the dark price of turning Peter into a Vampire Ghoul—he must feed on human flesh to survive. With the system warning that his hunger could strike daily, Peter’s transformation is no longer just a secret… it’s a ticking time bomb. As Peter begins testing his powers, his strength and rapid healing impress—but at what cost? Meanwhile, a message from General Duke hints at an unfolding scandal that could throw everything into chaos. Can Peter be saved, or has Quinn created a monster too dangerous to control?