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Chapter 47: Playing With Fire.
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The Vampire King's Captive Chapter 49: She's Gone.
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The Vampire King's Captive Chapter 50: Vampire's Regret.
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The Vampire King's Captive Chapter 51: Cell Hopping.
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The Vampire King's Captive Chapter 53: Introspection.
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The Vampire King's Captive Chapter 55: Reunion. Separation.
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