Richter sighed as he looked down at the ale in his cup, shaking his head softly as he listened to the chatter around the tavern. Most were talking about the revolution, whether they supported it or not. It was France’s hottest topic.

“Finish this and go home…” He told himself, shaking his head. He knew his aunt Tera worried when he was out too late. Vampire activity had been picking up in the area, unusual for this time of year. Not that he couldn’t handle himself. He knew she just worried.