“What did Kiara say about vampires to give you nightmares?” Clifford asked, looking very intrigued.

“She reckons that anyone amongst us can be one,” Marielle replied. She smiled at Clifford and Francie in turn.

“So, she made you suspicious about your circle of friends?” Clifford asked with a note of concern in his voice. He wondered whether Kiara knew about the rumors concerning his father.

“Practically, yes,” Marielle responded, but she averted her gaze ...