Chapter Fifty-Six

“Good afternoon Sire Grey,” the man said as Link showed him into my office.

“Welcome Sire Thomas,” I said as we shook hands and I led him over to the couch area.

“Please call me Johnathan,” he said as we sat down and I offered him a drink.

Johnathan didn’t seem to be much older than me and he seemed relaxed in my office. I didn’t get any bad vibes from him although I never judged someone on first appearances, looks can be deceiving and I didn’t trust that easily.

“I’ll just cut to the chase here,” he said with a smile as he took the glass I offered him.

“That works for me,” I said and leaned back in the seat.

“Like you, I’m the second son of a Sire, my father’s lair is based in California, so when I heard that Springfield was looking for a replacement Sire I took the opportunity and met with the Elders which means I’m basically a stand in until I get confirmed,” he said.

“So you just swooped in and took over?” I asked him.

“Basically. I did my research, I know who you are, what you ca