"And I know Wallachia, her people, and her monsters. Limits are dependent on environment, D."

It's a shame the parasite is quiet. As annoying as D doubtlessly finds it, Alucard has frequently found it to be the only true offer of sense in the face of D's stubborn nature. A blessing, to be sure.

D's question is one that Alucard can answer easily enough, and he's calm and clear with his explanation.

"This castle could not become a looted grave. The Belmonts gifted me their Hold, which is a library and archive and museum of their work and contains likewise untold resources. They cannot be left defenseless, nor can they administrate themselves.

"The Belmonts go out into the world. I stay here. That is my preference."