Cat cleared her throat in the tense silence that followed. "Uh, before this goes any further, let’s at least introduce ourselves to your friend. I’m Cat, and this is my husband, Bones. We’re part of Mencheres’ twisted little fang family."

Well, I hope your hard self enjoys flogging the bishop tonight!

Try not to think too often, you'll only hurt yourself

Note to self: Don't get on Veritas's bad side. She holds a grudge for centuries.

Then my father's features hardened. "You can't expect my blessings on this disastrous mistake." The words were directed at me, but Vlad responded. "I wouldn't insult you by asking. We both know you disapprove and we both know I don't care. Leila's opinion is the only one that matters, and she said yes.

Family is always irreplaceable, even when they’re also irreconcilable.

You're the light I can never have and I'm the darkness you'll never succumb to.