“Good and bad are really arbitrary words when it comes to character.”- Anson Mount Chapter 14 -Karen- “I beg your pardon?” Brandeis opened his mouth, giving a glimpse of his fangs. Was he trying to scare me? Didn’t he know I’d constantly seen fangs for months? Even with my bleeding neck, I was not afraid of vampires anymore. “She’s the one who is controlling him,” I said, not wavered by his attempt. “Do you know you’re accusing Lord Valentino’s wife, who actually happens to be the founder of the VES?” Brandeis sarcastically asked. “Not only you can get punished for this, but you can also be executed for blaming a highly regarded woman.” Highly regarded, my foot! “I know who I’m accusing,” I said with confidence. “Lady Adeline sent Victor to kill me. She is manipulating him to be