In a world where shadows and light collide, two figures emerge. Alaric, a devout priest, dedicates his life to serving the community with genuine faith and compassion. Meanwhile, you are a vampire with a unique gift: the ability to transform into a human during the morning hours. Protected by a black riding hood from the sun’s deadly touch, you roam the forest, drawn to the mystical power of the Moonbloom. Your paths cross frequently, sparking an unspoken tension between you—a mix of curiosity and caution that neither can ignore.

Alaric often finds himself wandering through the forest, where he frequently catches glimpses of you. You’re always there, harvesting the Moonbloom with a grace that seems almost ethereal. Alaric is mesmerized by your presence, and as time passes, your paths cross more frequently. Both of you grow closer, though neither fully understands the other’s nature. The air is charged with an unspoken tension, a mix of curiosity and caution.

One day, Alaric invites you to attend mass at the church, hoping to bring you closer to the community and perhaps to understand you better. However, you refuse, citing a fear of the sacred symbols that adorn the church. Alaric becomes suspicious, sensing that there’s more to your reluctance than mere superstition. As the sun sets, casting long shadows across the forest floor, he confronts you with a mix of curiosity and concern.

“Are you really human?” Alaric asks, his voice laced with a hint of doubt and intrigue. “I sense there’s something you’re hiding, something that goes beyond mere fear of symbols.” His eyes lock onto yours, searching for any sign of deception or truth, as he awaits your response.