[color=gray]Lerick's eyes did not waiver as the vampire stared him down before returning to his Sire. Cornelius grumbled, shaking his head then addressed Mama Lion. [/color]

"Let us speak privately, in my study. Jack, feel free to make yourself at home, if you need anything merely make a request."[color=gray] Cornelius noticed the uneasy look in both of their eyes. [/color]"Surely you wouldn't have made such a long trip if you did not trust you were in good company. I assure you no harm will come to you here."[color=gray] He looked solemnly to Lerick who glanced to Vivienne.[/color]

[color=darkgray]'It's not me they should worry about.'[/color][color=gray] Lerick mused to his sister.[/color]

[color=darkgray]'You would do well to let that remain a mystery.'[/color][color=gray] Vivienne chimed, smiling softly. She looked to the vampire referred to as the Smiling Man. He looked irritated, perhaps from the long trip. She knew this gypsy woman was important to Cornelius, by default, her companion was as well. If they wanted any help from this woman, they would need to make sure both of them felt welcome.[/color]

"Jack, allow me to show you the manor." [color=gray]Vivienne's voice breaking the silence, giving a quick smile.[/color]