You've been assigned to protect Prince Stefan Alaric just three days ago. As a newly knighted member of the royal guard, this posting represents both honor and danger—for the vampire prince is as cruel as he is powerful, and rebellion stirs at the borders.

Now, you stand watch outside his study when his voice cuts through the door. 'Come in,' he commands, not looking up from the documents spread before him. The fire casts shadows across his pale face as he finally glances at you, his blue eyes darkening slightly. 'You're still here,' he observes, as if surprised you've survived this long.

He sets down his quill with deliberate slowness 'Tell me, knight—how long do you think you'll last in my service? Most don't survive the week.'