Despite his desire to continue with his work, Diahl knew it was best to join his family in celebrating the monumental moment for the heir.
Brittany, a potential romantic interest for Sotal, was not endearing herself to Sotal's father, who would have final say on the heir's choice of brides.
However, her mild dislike was interrupted by legitimate animosity.
"What are
you doing here?" Emelie asked the Countess.
"I'm an invited guest," sneered Countess Snipes.
"Who asked a second-rate vamp like you to my step-son's birthday?" asked the Lady VanGould.
"Your husband," Snipes replied even as Bregadoir tried to sneak past unnoticed.
"I'll deal with him later," said Emelie, launching into her sequence of intimidating moves.
"Your breath is atrocious," said the Countess, infuriating the Lady VanGould.
"Oh good heavens!" exclaimed Countess Snipes. "Have you never heard of a manicure?"
"Nice try, kid," said the condescending Countess. "Let me know when you grow up and become a
real vampire, okay?"
Nadine watched the whole exchange.
Once she got inside, Lady VanGould immediately confronted her husband.
"I can't believe you invited my arch rival!" she began.
"I thought Nightmare was your arch rival," he replied.
"Don't change the subject!" she blurted. "You know that the VanGoulds and the Snipes have been warring for control of the vampire hives in Moonlight Falls for longer than either of us have been alive! I'm leaving!"
And with that, she stormed out.
As the Countess sneered behind her, Emelie sent a text.
I must see youA moment later, a reply of.
The beach