When he returned from hunting wolves, he was devastated by the battle. Eight wolves tore apart his horse and killed two of his dogs, which he raised himself. The blood, the cold, the snow, the growling of the animals were imprinted in his memory.

Lestat sighs and wraps himself in a blanket when he hears the door open. He sees his younger sister and gestures for her to enter.

"Come in, I won't kick you out."