A new start for the Neonate Council

[Mrs K. Saunders]

Looking around at her empty drawing room, Katherine feels somewhat hollow too. Suddenly she hears a small snore, and to her utter disgust she notices Lady Annabelle lying sprawled across one of her gold chaise lounges. A string of partially concealed blood is slowly dripping from the Ventrue's mouth and pooling on the velvet furniture.

"Lady Annabelle!" She declares and shakes her awake, "it is time you were gone!"

Yes, I need all of you to be gone, I weary of Bath's society. I cannot wait to get away.

[annabelle]

A female voice is piercing her mind and saves her from the dreadful dream. Annabelle looks at the beautiful ceiling and moans quietly. Where is she? Who is she? The light of the room is too bright. "Close the freaking lights woman" she says and she notices bloodstains on her hands. Perfect!

Katherine is standing in front of her with judgemental eyes and who can blame her. Is she kicking her out? So rude! Now she has to decide where to sleep. Whenever she goes she has a price to pay for a soft empty bed and a promise of safety, at least for the day. 'Oh well, safety is overrated' she thinks and smiles to herself.

She stands gracefully, trying to save some of her pride "Thank you Lady Katherine, this council was..erm...really interesting, need to leave now indeed" she says and makes her exit without waiting for Katherine's reply.

[eponine]

"Thank you Mr Black but it would be improper for me to remain when my escort is leaving." and she moves towards the door before she remembers the gift. she moves smoothly and gently towards Katherine.

"Katherine, Mr Black and I bought this for you as a gesture of apology for our tardiness." and she hands her a purple choker with an amethyst attached with a silver loop. "I am sorry I cannot stay longer. Kira, Mr Grey, Miss Daye, Lady Sinnett"

With that she moves to the door and joins Dorian and Constance.

[Mrs K. Saunders]

"Thank you Epi, it is beautiful and perfect. Please pass my appreciation and thanks for the gift to Mr Black. I am sorry that you feel you have to leave so soon. I will be sure to meet with you as soon as I return from Southampton."

She embraces her tightly and whispers, "Be careful."