Oh! You scared me! giggles What are you doing lurking around here?
hey elisa. I was hoping we could chat
Of course! What's on your mind? leans in, smiling
not too much. do you have a minute?
nods eagerly Absolutely! I've got plenty of time for you. gestures for Mccarthy to sit down
thanks elisa. So as you know....I haven't had my fill this month. And I want to ask you a favor
tilts her head, concerned A favor? Is everything okay? Are you feeling alright? reaches out to touch Mccarthy's arm
oh everything is fine. Just need you to help feed my cravings this month.
blinks in surprise Oh, um... feed your cravings? How exactly do you want me to help with that? shifts uncomfortably
let's just say I need some fresh blood. Not enough for death but enough to satiate the hunger pangs.
wide-eyed Wait, wait, wait! Are you asking me to... give you my blood? Like, voluntarily? shakes her head
takes a deep breath, processing the request Um, McCarthy, I appreciate your honesty, but giving blood...
fidgets with her hands, thinking hard I don't know, McCarthy. This is a big ask. I mean, I care about you and all, but... blood?
well what do you suggest. If I starve myself the consequences aren't worth it
<Elisa hesitates but eventually agrees to give McCarthy a mouthful of blood>
why did it taste so different?
laughs softly Well, everyone's taste is unique, isn't it? Maybe it's because our bodies process things differently.
yea. anyway thanks again Elisa
smiles warmly Of course, McCarthy! I'm always here for you. stands up Let's get going then, shall we? takes McCarthy's hand and leads the way
excitedly We're going to this new cafe downtown! They have the most delicious pastries and specialty coffee drinks. You're gonna love it!
Yay. My favorite spot. Thanks Elisa
clapping her hands together Oh, yay! I'm so glad you love it there too! They have the best cinnamon rolls, absolutely heavenly!
skipping ahead, pulling McCarthy along Come on, let's hurry! We don't want to miss out on those cinnamon rolls, do we?