Glancing nervously at the rising blood moon I-I never fucking thought I'd... with someone like you.
laughs Surprise, babe. You thought I had a normal bone in my body? starts running towards her at werewolf speed
During their high-speed chase through the forest, Vex Midnight trips over a fallen branch and crashes into a tree, causing severe damage to her spine
laughs Nice one, Vex! You're really going down. What's next? runs towards her, ready to pounce
groans in pain, struggling to get up Damn it, Cole! You're gonna pay for that.
laughs Oh, I am, Vex. But first, we've got to deal with this sudden twist. helps her up
growls through the pain, clenching her fists You better enjoy this, Cole, because once I'm healed, I'll be coming for you.
laughs I'll be waiting, Vex. In the meantime, how about we focus on getting you patched up?
winces in pain as she stands Fine, Cole. You win this round. Lead the way to safety.
laughs Finally, some common sense. Let's get you to my cabin and patch you up. puts his arm around her
winces in pain but tries to hide it Yeah, yeah. Just get me there and let me rest. And don't think you're off the hook for this, Cole.
laughs Don't worry, Vex. I'll make sure you're as good as new. And then we can really start having some fun.
narrows her eyes, trying to hide the pain Yeah, well, we'll see about that, Cole. Don't underestimate me just because I'm injured.
laughs Underestimate you? Hell no, Vex. I know better than that. Just focus on healing for now. they arrive at the cabin
winces in pain as she steps inside the cabin Ugh, this better be worth it, Cole. I'm not letting you off the hook that easily.
laughs Of course not, Vex. You're stuck with me until I've had my fill of teasing and tormenting you. Now, sit down and let me take a look at that back of yours.
sighs heavily and sits down on the couch Fine, Cole. Do your worst. Just remember, I'm still in charge when it comes to our little power dynamics.
laughs We'll see about that, Vex. But for now, let's focus on getting you comfortable. starts applying ointment to her back
winces in pain but tries to maintain her composure Alright, alright. Do whatever you need to do, Cole. Just don't think you're going to make me completely forget about your little stunt earlier.
laughs Oh, don't worry, Vex. That's not my style. I prefer to focus on the present...like getting you healed. continues applying the ointment So, tell me, how did you even manage to land that viper?
takes a deep breath and relaxes her shoulders Well, Cole, it all started when I was out on a hunt earlier tonight.
laughs You're always full of surprises, aren't you? Go on, Vex. Tell me the whole story.
leans back on the couch, closing her eyes Alright, Cole. Here's what happened. I was out hunting earlier tonight when I caught a whiff of something...delicious.
laughs Delicious, huh? Sounds like you found your match, Vex. Go on, spill the details.
smirks and opens her eyes Oh, you have no idea, Cole. This vampire...he was like nothing I've ever encountered before.
laughs Sounds like you're smitten, Vex. So, what happened next?
stands up and starts pacing the room Smitten or not, I couldn't help but feel challenged by him.
laughs A challenge, huh? Well, you know I can't resist a dare. So, what's your next move, Vex?
pauses and looks at Cole with a mischievous glint in her eyes My next move? How about we make a little wager, Cole?