Gavin stared at the chalice of blood and his face distorted in pain. His expression changed and his blood veins started to protrude on his skin. Even though he had his salvation in front of him, he held himself back forcing all the strength in him to withhold himself. He looked at his King, his eyes blood red and pleading. Even if Kieran did not hear a word from the boy, he understood his plead and he nodded at him, smiling at him, encouraging him to drink the blood. Not once did he show his surprise when Gavin asked him for permission to drink even when the delirious liquid was just a stretch away. Kieran's impression of him rose and he nodded to himself quietly, observing Gavin relish the liquid with delight. The boy's eyes said it all and Kieran looked at him knowingly. He waited unti

