Using the shadows like that? That's not common. The only vampire thought to have an affinity with that sort of thing strong enough to pass on to a fledgling was called Brauner. He was killed a few generations back by the Lecarde clan.
[ He falls into line behind Alucard, sighing. ]
They- they were wiped out a few years before I was born, when Trantoul began to crack down on unsanctioned magic. Eric Lecarde and his two daughters. Twins. Either would have been about the right age when it happened.
[Alucard listens. It isn't information he knows well, but he can quickly confirm it through his father's notes and Theodora's immense repository that resides inside her head.
He frowns.]
That explains her state and identity, but that doesn't give us motive. Especially with you as the target. She could have come for you at any time. Why now? What purpose does it serve? I don't think she's acting alone, and I think her mental age will make her give that information up.
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[ He shakes his head. Blood loss might be contributing. The poison's effects, even neutralised, might be taking a toll. But more than that- ugh. ]
I know who she is.
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[Alucard tenses as he walks to the door.]
Castle. Long enough corridor for conversation, please.
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[ He falls into line behind Alucard, sighing. ]
They- they were wiped out a few years before I was born, when Trantoul began to crack down on unsanctioned magic. Eric Lecarde and his two daughters. Twins. Either would have been about the right age when it happened.
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He frowns.]
That explains her state and identity, but that doesn't give us motive. Especially with you as the target. She could have come for you at any time. Why now? What purpose does it serve? I don't think she's acting alone, and I think her mental age will make her give that information up.
[And there's the door.]
Lead. I'll listen.