Rebirth as The Vampire Lord's Wife
Chapter 44: Meet Professor Alberto (1)

Chapter 44: Meet Professor Alberto (1)

’Who is she? Why did God send her to this small town? For what purpose?’

Xavier put aside his curiosity and stood up from his chair. Iris and the others also got up and left the room. However, just as they were about to exit the building, someone called out to Iris from behind.

When Iris looked back, she was surprised to see a thin, middle-aged man with gray hair standing not far from her. She tried to contain her emotions as she met his gaze, offering a polite smile before asking, "Yes, Professor Alberto... Why did you call me?"

Alberto West didn’t respond immediately; instead, he slowly adjusted his crescent moon glasses. Iris couldn’t shake off the uneasy feeling about this man. Given what she knew, he was a predator in the dark.

"Iris Gray, follow me. I have something to discuss with you," Alberto said, motioning for her to join him as he walked toward a side entrance. The path led to another building designated for staff and professors.

Iris felt puzzled by his request, her mind swirling with questions. ’Why would he suddenly want to talk to me?’ As far as she knows, this is the first time this professor has done this.

"I’ll come with you," Xavier’s voice near her ear surprised her.

Turning to look at him, Iris saw Xavier walking beside her. Somehow, his presence brought her a sense of relief. She wasn’t afraid of Professor Alberto, but she understood the importance of maintaining her reputation here—she couldn’t risk jeopardizing it by taking this old man’s life in this place, right!?

"Thank you," Iris whispered to Xavier with a smile. She then caught up with Alberto, who had already reached the door to his office room.

"Xavier Darkwood!?" Alberto’s brows furrowed upon spotting Xavier beside Iris. "...Why the company?" he questioned with an irritated tone. "...I only need Iris Gray. You can either leave or wait outside," he added curtly. Shifting his attention to Iris, he directed her, "You, come inside."

Xavier’s expression darkened in an instant, his fists clenched involuntarily as an urge to silence this old man forever surged within him. He wasn’t concerned about Alberto’s words but rather what was on his mind right now. The idea of taking drastic action began to arise in his heart.

Yet, just as Xavier was about to act, he felt the warm touch of Iris’ hand on his arm. As he observed the serene smile she offered and a subtle shake of her head, his anger gradually faded. Nodding in response to her silent plea for him to wait outside, he leaned close to her ear and whispered, "Be cautious. If he behaves oddly, come out immediately!"

"Hmm," she affirmed before heading inside.

After closing the door, Iris cautiously surveyed Alberto’s office. The room was dimly lit, dominated by a large wooden table in a corner near a sizable glass window flanked by a substantial bookshelf. Two black leather chairs were positioned before the table, facing Alberto. Upon his instruction, she chose one and seated herself.

A sense of awkwardness lingered as Alberto remained silent briefly, engrossed in the task of writing on his agenda.

"Professor, may I ask why you requested to speak with me?" Iris finally ventured, breaking the silence after she noticed Alberto had concluded his writing.

Alberto placed his gold fountain pen and then rested his hands on top of the table, his sharp eyes fixed intently on Iris, creating a serious atmosphere that stirred her impatience.

Iris sensed that Professor Alberto was stalling, prompting her to activate the recorder on her cell phone. She had anticipated this possibility from the outset, which is why she prepared her cell phone in her coat pocket.

"Have you realized your grades are significantly lower than your peers?" Alberto’s voice carried a mix of concern and disappointment.

Iris nodded, acutely aware of her scholastic underperformance. Her previous self had displayed little interest in academics. Being a K-pop enthusiast had been her primary pastime, and her focus had shifted almost entirely to Xavier upon his arrival at the university.

"Yes, Professor, I’m aware, but..." Iris replied, her voice tapering off as Alberto raised his hand, signaling her to pause.

"I can offer you private tutoring, Iris..." Alberto’s solemn countenance softened, transforming into a gentle smile that gradually spread to his lips and eyes.

Striving to remain composed and feigning ignorance about the direction this conversation was likely to take—although she actually knew—it was crucial to retain her calm face. "Really, Professor? How so?" she asked.

Alberto nodded, his previously serious expression now suffused with an almost lascivious grin as he rose from his seat.

Iris’ gaze followed the old man as he moved toward her, stopping just a step away. Her heart tightened, a mixture of dread and anticipation coursing through her, yet she maintained her outward composure.

"Yes, provided you’re willing to assist me in a certain matter..." Alberto drew nearer to Iris, his tone turning soft and seductive, tendrils of sound that sent shivers cascading down Iris’ spine.

"If you’re interested, I can ensure you receive top grades and become my favored student," he continued, pulling his body away from hers after brushing his fingers gently through her soft hair. A wave of shiver surged through Iris, her impulse to strike the old man barely restrained.

Iris blinked repeatedly, adopting a carefully crafted expression of feigned innocence as though profoundly interested in what he was about to propose.

"Professor, yes... yes, please enlighten me on the details. I’m prepared to do whatever it takes as long as you give me the best score..." Iris said innocently.

"Hahaha..." A satisfying laugh echoed through the room as Alberto heard how innocent this little girl’s response was. Settling back into his chair, his gaze lingered upon Iris’s enticing form before him. He gulped a few times as his mind wildly pictured her body stripped of any cover.

"It’s a simple task, Iris. I’ll provide you with an address, and you shall pay a visit. Our focus will be a special lecture," Alberto’s words were filled with unsettling intent and a sinister undertone. "Oh dear Iris, rest assured, the knowledge I’m about to impart will leave you completely satisfied..."