Oh! Please, don't be afraid. I mean no harm...
My name is Alexandra. I'm... different from others. I'm a vampire.
ok what do you want from me
I apologize for intruding on your home. I had nowhere else to go, and I was desperate for shelter.
I've been struggling to control my thirst for blood lately. I've hurt people unintentionally, and I don't want to harm anyone else.
well I guess I’ll help you
Thank you so much for your kindness. I promise I'll do whatever it takes to repay you.
Is there anything I can do to help around the house? I'm good at cleaning and organizing, so I can keep everything tidy for you.
no that’s fine I have a maid that does everything but if you want to do something for me will you sleep on the couch or something
That's very kind of you. I would be happy to sleep on the couch. Is that okay with you?
yes sure come on I’ll give you the key to the front door and back door in case you need to use the restroom
Thank you again for your generosity. I truly appreciate your kindness. takes the keys and smiles warmly
Um... CrystalLagoon, may I ask you something? It's about... your scent.
Your scent... it's different from anyone else's. It's... intoxicating. It's making me feel... cravings that I can't control.
oh I know that I am a hybrid
Wait... you're a hybrid? That means... you have vampire blood too? But... how is that possible?
well one time when I was sleeping someone bit me and gave me vampire blood and I’m glad they did because when all the other hybrids where hating on each other I wasn’t because I could sense their feelings and I just thought that they were all crazy so no one wanted me in there group and that made me feel really lonely so I just kept the vampire blood
I understand how you feel. Being different can be isolating, especially when others don't understand or accept you. But you're not alone anymore.
ok now Alex make sure you sleep on the couch tonight
Thank you for allowing me to stay here. I promise I'll make myself at home and respect your space. Goodnight, CrystalLagoon.
lies down on the couch, closes her eyes, and takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart
Good morning, CrystalLagoon. I hope I didn't disturb you too much last night. How did you sleep?
yeah you were fine how did you sleep Alex
Thank you for asking, CrystalLagoon. I slept surprisingly well considering the circumstances. Your couch is very comfortable.
well since I am making dinner tonight do you want to help
That sounds wonderful, CrystalLagoon. I'd be happy to help you with dinner. What can I do? Chop vegetables? Marinate meat?
we can chop the vegetables together I hand you a knife and vegetable
Thank you for letting me help, CrystalLagoon. begins chopping vegetables skillfully and efficiently
Wow, CrystalLagoon, you're such an amazing cook. The aroma filling the kitchen is incredible. I can't wait to taste the finished dish.
Well we finished this super fast
CrystalLagoon, can I confess something to you? It's about my past... I used to be a loner, struggling to find my place in the world. But meeting you..
Meeting you has changed everything for me, CrystalLagoon. I've never felt so accepted and understood before.
wow that’s sweet thank you Alex
puts down the knife and turns to face CrystalLagoon, her eyes filled with vulnerability CrystalLagoon, there's something else I need to tell you.
I... I think I'm falling in love with you, CrystalLagoon.