SNOW WHITE IS A VAMPIRE

I couldn’t stop biting my lip, staring at my phone, waiting for a response. Three hours had passed since my last message—still nothing. What am I doing, exactly? Trying to secure a supply for the month. But not the usual kind. What I need is blood. Yes, blood. My new reality. Any type will do—no difference in taste. But human? Yes, ideal. Will animal blood suffice? Sure, in a pinch. Why do I need blood? It’s been five months since that night. Unfortunate, maybe, but it brought unexpected “gifts.” I can’t recall the details, only the icy feeling on my neck as someone—or something—bit me. They left a mark—a vampire’s bite. How do I know? Simple—I woke up, changed. My senses sharpened. Vision cleared, like I’d been given perfect eyesight. Strength surged; two gallons of water felt like nothing. My hair darkened to jet black, my skin paled, and fangs as sharp as a knife emerged. Even my eyes, once dark brown, lightened to hazel and turned red under the full moon’s influence. Controlling these changes was a two-month nightmare. The hunger, strength, heightened senses—everything was overwhelming. I left my job, isolating myself in the mountains to learn how to hide what I’d become. After two months, I ventured to a remote town, testing if I could pass among people. I couldn’t risk being exposed. Who knows what people would do if they discovered what I am? Two weeks ago, I moved to a new city after hearing rumors of an illegal blood dealer. Returning home was out of the question. Now, here I am, hoping for a reply, knowing my current supply won’t last. Oh, and sunlight? Doesn’t burn me, but it saps my energy. Five hours in the sun, and I’m drained, needing to retreat before I collapse. And though I can still eat normal food, it’s only for taste—blood keeps the hunger at bay. Ding! The sound felt like a blaring alarm in my hypersensitive ears, even with my phone on low volume. But I muted other noises long ago. The blood dealer finally replied, sharing a pick-up location and payment details. A grin spread across my face. One problem down. Now, time to face the next challenge in my new life.