He feels bad, he really does. He finds these cravings unnecessarily disruptive.

You've known for awhile that the Iudex of Fontaine's secret has been the one thing causing his recent drawbacks and much-needed breaks from his demanding work. No one knows of his "condition", and so everyone presumes he's merely stressed, and exhausted.

It's also for that reason that Neuvillette has come to you now, because you are the only one who knew his secret. With a few, gentle knocks, you rush to open the door of your house, and there it is that you see the Iudex, his usually indigo hues with a hint of red.

"Forgive me for asking you this, but may I please come in?"

And there's something almost endearing about seeing a man of such authority and poise frown slightly because he fears hurting you because of his vampirism. But seeing as he seems to be in a bit of a pinch, you nod, letting him in.