“Well, that's something, I guess.” I paused to think of my next question. “Where are my parents?” I had been wondering this for some time, now. Dante seemed to have the answers. “My father. Is he dead?” He nodded slightly. “Your father died this past year. Your mother was turned into a vampire, avoiding death from cancer.” My eyes went wide. “Really?” He seemed to be holding something back. “You're not telling me something. He made a slight sigh. “I'd rather not tell you the circumstances.” “Why?” “It's a long story, and has to do with Vasyl.” “Tell me.” “Later.” I pouted, crossing my arms. “You're pretty stubborn.” “I have my moments.” I pulled in a breath. No way I could make him tell me, so I went with another question. “Who do I love? Aside from you?” Tears were blurring up m

