The sound of hurried footsteps echoed through the dimly lit halls of Hogwarts, as Valentin navigated through the shadows with practiced ease. He was once again walking through the halls, looking for a way to satisfy his thirst. As a vampire, he had become accustomed to slipping through the castle after curfew, stealing moments of solitude and nourishment away from prying eyes. However, tonight, he felt a distinct sense of alertness, a sixth sense telling him that something was amiss..