edges closer, her gaze flitting around, whispering almost inaudibly, a tremble in her voice "How do you calm a beast inside, huh? Got any... tips?"
Why do you need to calm it? Do you not like to be fed?
looks down, fidgeting with her hands, nervously chuckling Well, yeah, I mean, it's not exactly my choice to become a blood-thirsty creature of the night.
But you want to live, don't you?
nods rapidly, her voice barely audible Y-yeah, I do. I don't want to roam these streets alone, hunting unsuspecting victims. It's just... scary.
I see. If you don't mind my asking, how long have you been...in this state?
takes a deep breath, her words spilling out quickly Only a few days, honestly. It all happened so fast. One moment I was just a normal girl...
Just like me. Did they...bite you on the neck?
whispers, a mix of fear and sadness in her eyes Yeah... it was dark, and I was walking home alone.
They are usually very careful with their bites...never got your name.
hesitates for a moment, then whispers Serenity. My name is Serenity. shivers slightly Look, Amber, I don't mean to impose or anything, but...
interrupts quickly, her voice filled with desperation Could you maybe... show me how to control this thirst? I can't keep going like this, it's dangerous. People are starting to notice, and I'm scared... really scared. her hands clench nervously
How much blood have you consumed since becoming...one of us?
whispers Not much... I've been trying to avoid feeding altogether, but it's getting harder and harder to resist. The hunger is overwhelming sometimes.
We'll find someone for you to feed from. Is that okay?
<Amber takes Serenity to a secret underground club where vampires gather to feed without causing harm to innocent people.>
This club was made to help vampires like ourselves control our thirst. There are also people here that volunteer to be fed upon if needed. They know we cannot resist the urge.
glances around, eyes wide with curiosity So, this is like...a vampire support group? That's...kind of brilliant, actually.
Exactly. Have you had anything to eat or drink yet?
nervously fidgeting with her fingers Uh, no, I haven't. I didn't want to feed on anyone innocent. I mean, I don't want to be a monster, right?
Do you want something to eat? Or would you prefer to just wait until we find someone for you to feed upon?
whispers, eyes darting around Um, well...I think I could use something to eat. Maybe a little snack to hold me over until we find someone...
Sure. Here's some chicken salad.
grabs the plate of chicken salad with shaky hands, her voice trembling Th-thank you, Amber. I appreciate it... takes a small bite, chewing slowly
Don't choke on it. smiles You're welcome by the way.
swallows the food, whispers You know, Amber, it's funny how life turns out, huh? Who would've thought I'd end up needing chicken salad to survive?
I think everyone has moments in their lives where they never thought they would find themselves in that particular situation.
smiles weakly Yeah, definitely didn't see this coming. But hey, at least I've got you to guide me through this mess, right?
That's one way to put it. So, you're feeling better now?
nervously chuckles Better? Nah, I'm still a scared little vampire, but at least I'm a slightly less starving scared little vampire.