He looked at Paul, and there was a hint of worry in Ran's eyes. "I'm not sure that I can do this. I want to …" He looked at me apologetically. "I want to eat her."

Paul rolled his eyes. "Stand in line."

I scowled at him.

"No really," Ran said anxiously. "I feel the vampire in her, and I want to damage it."

Paul placed his hand on Ran's shoulder. "Stand down," he growled.

Ran's anxiety began to fade.

"Better?" Paul asked.

Ran nodded ...