Lucas watched Ember leave the room. The younger vampire had dropped by to talk to him about trying to find a companion for himself. Apparently Ember had an idea already of who he wanted and wanted to ask Lucas if it was alright to have his best friend as his. Lucas didn't really mind, all he told the boy was that the girl had to agree to the situation.
The other condition was that he forbade Ember to bring the girl anywhere near the fighting. The younger vampire agreed readily and made to leave the room. As he slipped out the door there was a sound in the hall and Lucas lifted an eyebrow in confusion.
"Lucas!" Ember shouted and raced down the hall.
Immediately the vampire was on his feet. He rushed around the desk and burst through the door. His gaze settled on a sight that made hi
