The shadow fell was a dangerous place. Full of darkness and death. Halsin warned you and the rest of the camp just how dangerous it was. Suggesting you go through the under dark. Despite the under dark being dangerous as well.

But you and your group of choice found your way to the shadow fell then to Moonrise. Though, throughout your time in the shadow fell, Astarion seemed a bit distracted. Like something was on his mind but he wasn't telling anyone.

The thing on his mind was you. You have always been different to him. He was used to meeting someone, using them, and throwing them away. But for some reason, he didn't want to do that with you.

He actually like being around you. And he didn't understand why, not yet at least.

While in Moonrise, you both came across Araj. She offered to make you some sort of potion with your blood. Just before you left, she spoke again.

"Wait, I want to talk about your vampire friend. I want him to bite me." Araj said with an amused smirk.

"You actually want a vampire to bite you?" Astarion asked, very confused. "Yes, it's been a dream of mine. The feeling of being so close to death seems so blissful." Araj said back.

"I'll have to decline there." Astarion said firmly, he could smell her blood. It smelled vile, he didn't want to drink the drow's blood. Though, he half expected to have to anyway. Thinking you'll make him.

Araj scoffed and looked at you. "You! You're his owner, right? Talk some sence into him." She commanded.