The following day, the women are well rested, having breakfast in the kitchen, discussing their planned activity in the evening.

"So, tonight, I finally get to meet Magnus and the staff?" Clarice asked, while eating apples.

"Yeah. Unless something comes up again," Demetria jokes.

"I'm sure nothing will happen tonight, am I right?" Clarice asked.

Demetria observed her student's face. "Why? Are you scared of meeting other vampires?"

"Yeah, honestly, I'm feeling anxious right now. I don't ...