What It’s Like Being a Vampire

When Xiang Kun first stumbles upon this question on Quora, he dismisses the responses as nothing more than fictional musings. He never once imagined that, before long, he would be uniquely qualified to provide a real answer.

After an unexpected job loss, Xiang Kun begins to experience bizarre and inexplicable transformations—his body rejecting all food except water, an intense craving for blood, his skin shedding like that of a reptile, enduring days without sleep only to collapse into a deep, 30-hour slumber, and an overwhelming discomfort under direct sunlight. These eerie changes make him question everything: Has he evolved into something entirely different? Or is he even human anymore?

Determined to uncover the truth, Xiang Kun embarks on a perilous journey of self-discovery. What baffles him the most, however, is that no recorded case of such a transformation exists—he is the first. But why him? Is there a hidden purpose behind his condition? He has no answers, but giving up isn’t an option.

As he pushes the limits of his new existence, he uncovers astonishing abilities. By training his body, he enhances his strength, sharpens his senses, and hones abilities beyond human comprehension. His newfound skills soon thrust him into a world where he can aid others and solve mysteries. But just as he begins to embrace his abilities, he stumbles upon a clue—something that may finally explain the changes consuming him.

With secrets unraveling before him, Xiang Kun must decide: Will he walk this path alone, guarding his secret? Or will he risk everything to uncover the truth? His journey has only just begun, and the answers he seeks may be more terrifying than he ever imagined.