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It was, to be honest, rare that Regulus would even approach a stranger on the street or in a shop and strike up a conversation or go out hunting with them. If Vespara hadn’t asked for his help he probably would have walked right past her. But she had drawn his attention, not only with the request of help getting the necklaces, but she had a lovely face that he had a hard time not staring arms.

How did he get so lucky today?

He enjoyed the feel of her arm looped through his and the subtle p***k of her claws against his spotted fur. But he knew it would not last as they had to unlink arms eventually so they could hunt. But part of him really wanted to stay like this.

When she mentioned luring the mortal Regulus nodded his head. “If you can get him to that alley over there I can grab him. He won’t go anywhere.” He grinned wide, fangs glistening in the moonlight. When she unlinked the airs he felt a sense of longing but quickly shook it away as he moved through the shadows, knocking over trash cans and boxes in the alley way as he went to get the mortal a little uneasy. If they were too far on edge Vespara would have a hard time convincing them to follow her. So he only made enough noise to make them jump twice before he slipped into the shadow of the alley he had indicated l.

Green eyes full of excitement as he found a dark corner to slip into. Now it was up to Vespara to lure him so Retulus could catch him. His pupils constricting in a predatory fashion as the beast in his belly paces frantically. Ready to just tear the mortal’s throat out.

The alley way wWe easy enough to get to without being spotted. Regulus’ pelt blended in with the shadows making him nearly impossible to see unless in direct light. Sometimes he felt at home in the shadows other times it felt strange and alien to him. He wonders what that meant.

Ears perked as he heard Vespara’s voice speaking to the mortal. The fool was walking right into their trap. Mortals we’re so trusting and naive. Their instinct to run was all messed up. Even when it tells them to run they fight against it and usually it ends up pretty bad for them.

Green eyes flowed as Vespara finally guided the mortal to the alley way. But Regulus stayed poised, ready to point the second he bolted. Which obviously didn’t take very long. Vespara’a beaitiful face had changed but he didn’t find ot repulsive, it was more fascinating. He almost missed the jump on the mortal while trying to study it. As the apple sauce drew closer on a panic he stepped out from the shadows t block their path #%{ mortal slamming right into them but not realizing what they had run into.

Clasping a large hand over the man’s mouth. Regulus soon appeared while he grabbed the man’s wrists with his free hand. Turning his head so that she could access the man’s neck. “Here you can drink first.” The human struggled against Regulus, they tried to scream around his hand but he had sunk his claws into the flesh of their face to give him a better grip so he soon subdued the mortal again so that she could drink.

As the man struggled, Regulus’ grip grew tighter, not willing to allow him to escape his clutches. Blood began to run down his face as the male’s claws dug into his flesh. The hand around his wrists pushing them further against the man’s back, putting pressure on his shoulders. The man kicked and tried to scream for help around his hand but Regulus was stronger and able to keep him under relative control.

She seemed surprised when he offered for her to drink first. It was always ladies first, Regulus did have manners after all even if he was just a Clanless vampire.

He watched her feed, it was a lovely sight and he felt a small sense of satisfaction that he had helped her obtain this feed tonight. It definitely wasn’t the most exciting hunt, however it was mostly quiet and would draw less attention. Maybe one day they could go out to the woods and hunt there together. Though Vespara didn’t quite look suited for the wilderness. Which was fine, he had only been out there a handful of times. It was different hunting out there than in the city.

When she was done he couldn’t help admiring how lovely the blood on her lips looked. Nodding at her words he pulled the mortal up and sunk his fangs into the other side of his neck, drinking deeply. The blood flooding his mouth and the beast drinking it all in with revelry. He hadn’t noticed how hungry he had been. Once he was finished he slipped his fangs out, licking his lips as he glanced around. Looking for a place to dump the body. Finally deciding that a nearby dumpster was perfect. Regulus dragged the body to it and after lifting the lid he tosses the mortal into the dumpster and closed the lid.

He turned to Vespara with a smile on his lips. “Well that was refreshing. What would you like to do next?” Regulus would let her have the choice of what they did. He didn’t want her feeling like he would bulldoze her wants if there was something she really wanted to do while they were out and about.

It was rare that Regulus shared a meal with anyone. Normally he steered clear of other vampires, especially Clanned who typically turned their noses down at him because he was Clanless. But with Vespara it was different and he couldn’t place why. The male felt comfortable around her, like he could say or do whatever and not feel embarrassed because of the company he was in. Of course, he would never fly free with that much abandon.

Regulus quirked a brow as she tried to pull him in closer. Bending enough to reach his face he blinked as she wiped the bit of blood he had missed and then licked it off her finger. Now his other eyebrow raised as he smirked.

There wasn’t much time to ponder that little scene before Vespara had made up her mind about where they would go next. The warmth in his belly returned as she looped her arm with his again. Using his free hand to cover her hand on his arm for a moment. “Yea let’s go.” He wasn’t sure where she was taking him but that was fine, wherever she wanted to go he would follow.

As they walked along he tried to think of things to talk about. Talking was great sure but it always felt a little awkward at first. “So tell me more about you, Vespara.” Or at least as much as she wanted to tell.

Regulus tilted his head just slightly as he listened to her talk about her family. Extensive and close? That must have been nice to have that. But then she asked him about his own family. What was he to say? Both his parents were mortals and yet somehow he and his brother came out as vampires. Of course, somehow his parents were never privy to it. Whether by them just ignoring it or by magical means he could not say.

“We’ll, my family isn’t quite as extensive and close as your’s probably is. But I have parents and a brother.” His voice rumbled as he spoke. Part of him would just love to forget his mortal parents, that information could get him into a lot of trouble with someone out there. And Regulus tried to avoid that kind of conflict if he could.

Huh, he figured she was probably part of some fancy family. The way she dressed and carried herself spoke volumes. There was refinement there, intelligence. Of course she would be well read. And then all of a sudden he felt awkward. But he kept his composure as she spoke, smiling all the same. He wasn’t from a fancy family or even very well read.

Her questions brought him out of his head. “The Graverobbers are pretty awesome. They’ve got that new club the Sin Bin right?” It was always the same no matter who asked. What were his hobbies again? Interests? “Going to clubs honestly. I guess you could say fashion, wearing it not making it. Long walks down abandoned streets in the middle of the night with a lovely lady on my arm.” Ok ok, that last one was super cheesy. But her last question caught him only a little off guard. “No, I’m not seeing anyone.”

Regulus was really enjoying himself. Even though they were just walking together getting to know Vespara was nice. He had little connection to anyone really. Sure he has friends but they were all rather independent and they only came together to go to parties or clubs. He couldn’t help but notice her tail sweeping against his and he chuckled to himself.

Unless stated otherwise, Regulus just assumed nothing about other vampires. While he could sit there and try to guess what Clan someone is in, some are easier to tell than others, Regulus just really didn’t care. If they treated him nice like Vespara was, he would be cordial back. It never occurred to him that she would try and guess what clan he was in. Of course, he never advertiz he was Clanless either.

He shrugged. “We’re not really that close.” Tilting his head he raised an eyebrow. “Are they really that…” What was the word. Over baring? No. “Focused on you? That doesn’t sound like a lot of fun.” His own parents could care less where he went or what he did as long as he stayed out of jail and didn’t come home with eggs.

“A couple of times. It’s a really amazing space. Maybe one day the Graverobbers will put on a show there and you can go see them.” That seemed like the easiest way to realize her dream of seeing them in concert. He waved a dismissive hand. “Definitely not a deal breaker. Maybe i’ll take you clubbing someday. I think you’d have a lot of fun.” She’d need a lot of energy to keep up, the clubs could be pretty fast paced and overwhelming for first timers. But he’d be there to make sure nothing happened to her.

Regulus laughed and shook his head. “No, unfortunately I don’t. Surprising I know but I have very discerning tastes that very few have met so far.” Again he noticed her grip on his arm tightening and she moved closer. She was so close now he could smell her scent and it was lovely. Dark and intriguing, just like her.

Soon they were entering a building and heading down a hallway. He nodded as he followed along. It wasn’t long before they were through the doors meant to keep mortals out and he soon found himself on the roof of the establishment. How did he not know about this place? It was a really nice looking set up. Like Vespara had said, it was no Sin Bin, but there were drinks and dancing. Plus others who seemed rather young too along with a few old vampires. “This place looks really nice.”

Regulus obviously didn’t have the connections that opened doors for him. But he didn’t fault anyone for that. His family just wasn’t as well off as Vespara’s and he knew if he wanted to elevate himself it would take him doing so. He just had Bo ambition to do that, really he was just content as he was. If that changed later down the road we’ll then it would be later down the road.

“Good.” He rumbled a reply. “We’ll have to pick you out something appropriate to wear too.” The dressing up was the fun part, Regulus was pro at it by now but he’d help Vespara look like she belonged.

He mused to himself about how much her family was involved in just about everything in her life. And he began to wonder if maybe she wasn’t supposed to be out like this. He figured she definitely wasn’t supposed to be out with someone like him. And she probably has a whole line of guys back at her home just waiting for her. She was a catch for sure. Smart, gorgeous, but not quite as worldly.

Glad to be lead to a table so he could settle his bag down. “Ah, drinks would be good. Got to limber up a little.” He laughed. “What are you drinking?” He could go get drinks if she wanted to sit down for a minute.