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Lilie decided that she was not going to be understanding Mariette anytime soon.

The countess spoke of trust--something the pair were sorely lacking. Lilie didn't know what to say or how to respond, feeling like her words contradicted what she said earlier. They didn't have to get along, but now she wanted them to? Which was it? Did she want them to get along or not? The uncertainty was starting to frustrate the white haired girl, albeit it was fueled by her dwindling energy. The comment on asking for a transfer was mighty tempting, though. No denying that. But she couldn't help but feel like that was yet another thinly-veiled threat.

Did what she say [i]actually[/i] affect the vampire? Lilie was entirely confused, although there was little time to decipher Mariette's actions as she would approach Lilie with bloody, tear-stained cheeks. The image itself brought back her fear, unsettling Lilie greatly as she uncrossed her arms. Out of instinct she backed up, only to be reminded of the wall once again. Mariette seemed pleased? Or upset? Annoyed? Whatever she was, the sight of blood made Lilie nervous, losing some of her confidence as the vampire got close to her once again.

Who knew seeing blood from a blood-sucking creature was so [i]disturbing[/i]?

[color=deepskyblue]"Don't--It's fine,"[/color] Lilie outright lied, raising her hands to prevent Mariette from getting closer. [color=deepskyblue]"I'm sorry. If it's okay, I'm just going to bed."[/color]

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