*Mika*

I avoided looking at Percival as I munched on some scrumptious steak and potatoes. The food warmed my belly and helped me calm down, even if just a little bit. I didn’t realize how hungry I was until the first few bites hit my mouth, but at that point, I was eating quickly. Magic really did chomp away at any energy here. My brow was furrowed as I finally finished up, then looked at Percival with a nervous gleam to my eyes.

The vampire gave me a somewhat awkward smile, ...