Vienna had work to do. Before dismissing her, the queen had ordered her to speak to the blood slaves first and then report to the vampire council. The queen wanted her to talk about the merits of her proposal to allow the slaves to marry the guards. She had been very clear that if Vienna started any trouble, she would get her killed off shortly.
Vienna's heart was heavy as she headed to the quarters of the blood slave's. She would do her best not to lie to them, but she had to stay within the confines of the queen's orders. The queen had commanded her to be positive, and she had little choice but to oblige.
The mood in the lecture hall was one of boredom. Professor Lara was busy lecturing on the secret history of one of the would-be visiting dignitaries. Eve was yawning, Sarah was examin
