[ The gasping turns to coughing turns to heaving, thankfully unproductive, as Trevor works through the last few hours of terror. Even Sypha’s fury is put aside for the moment, one hand rubbing circles over his back to try to calm him. Leon looks down with some compassion before looking up again, offering a hand to Alucard. ]

I lay claim to you. Any of my kind who would challenge this claim must first pay a toll. The price must be decided by your Speaker companion, by day, or your father by night. This arrangement will end when you so choose. Consent you to these terms?