Shard nodded to show his understanding and didn't ask more questions. Mr. Benhart then asked Captain Rudolf about other matters, including the "Sorrow of Blood." Captain Rudolf answered nearly all questions like a casual chat.
Of course, he wasn't clear about the local situation concerning "Sorrow of Blood":
"Perhaps to you, the local same clan may seem bold, daring to do anything. But actually, compared to the humans of this city, we have merely adapted to the trend.
The City of Wealth's wealth wouldn't accumulate so much through mere hard work. Since humans can boldly act, the same clan residing here naturally can too. After all, it's the era of humans now; Vampire Kind can only go with the flow."
The captain used these words as a conclusion, and Shard and Mr. Benhart understood the meaning he wanted to express.
And when Mr. Benhart indicated that he had finished asking all the questions and wanted to express his thanks, the robust Vampire Kind instead laughed:
