Oh, no, a leopard blew up and plastered itself all over everything, but hey, animal print was in this year.

I was shaking all over, and it wasn't from the vampire. Memories have teeth, too.

Nill illigitamus carborundum

He made a small sigh, as he swallowed the first blood, then his mouth closed over my earlobe, mouth working at the wound, tongue coaxing blood from the wound. He pressed his body the length of mine, one hand cupping my turned head, the other playing down the line of my body. Maybe it was just blood, but I never stroked my steak while eating it.

I wondered if I had offended him. I wondered if I cared.

being physically intimidating didn't keep you from getting your feelings hurt. Everyone's heart is the same size.

Every ruler should strive for his people to love him. But if they cannot love you, then make them fear you. Love is better, but fear will do the job.