“Yeah. What about it?” “Because according to the index in this, your old man’s got an article in here, too.” Jesse dropped the book he had been studying without a second thought and began navigating his way back to her side. “What is it?” She was sitting on the stool this time, thumbing through a pristine journal. Its protective sleeve lay discarded on the floor beside her. “‘Understanding the Scourge: A Lesson in Vampire Physiology As Seen in Conjunction with Immortality.’“ Dominique wrinkled up her nose. “What the hell does that even mean?” “He was trying to explain why vampires can still…do certain things even though they’re technically dead.” Dominique rolled her eyes and flipped the journal shut. “You know, it’s one thing to think about how fine David is. It’s something else com

