She felt him before she’d heard him. And if it wasn’t for the marks or the necromancy, Anita probably wouldn’t have know that he was there until the first words left from his lips, and even still it surprised her.
He moved so quietly, as they always did the longer they’d lived. It was always a guess that practice makes perfect when it came to vampire movement and fashion, and Anita couldn’t help the thought to ask if there was a special charm school for vampires where they’re taught how to sneak up on humans.
“Well,” she shrugged under her coat, attempting to slide the cold that she felt creeping under her shoulder blades off and felt the warm comfort of her holster as it adjusted. “I was expecting a big round table, probably green, with stacks of poker chips, surrounded by extras from The Godfather, but I guess the economy got to you guys too.”
There was a laugh, albeit weak, but it was her only option when it came to walking in uncertain territory. And as she looked towards the vampire, carefully certain not to look in his eyes even if the possibility of him ‘rolling’ her were slim, she knew that he was an old one. So far, old ones meant danger. Not right now, and not up close, but later- in the dark, when you’re the most comfortable. They pounce.
“I think I’ll stand, thanks.”
He smiled and chuckled as she spoke of a large round table with poker chips and extras from the Godfather. “I do not care for such things like that, this club is not even open to the public yet. It might be should I decide to stay in this city.” Axel explained as he picked up a try that had tea and coffee on it it before moving to one of the tables that was there and sat down. “I hear you like coffee, please take this as an offering of peace.” He said pointing the the hot mug.
He poured himself a cup of tea and sipped it as he looked at her, noting that she did not meet his eyes. “I know you have two marks from Jean-Claude, you may meet my eyes. I will not use my powers on you though I am not sure that they would work on you.” Axel set his cup down and tapped his fingers on the table.
“Now seeing it is only you that came here tonight you shall be the one to answer my questions about the former master of this city.”
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