37. (JO POV)

(JO POV)

Today's lecture in Vampire 101 with Dr. Matthews was particularly intriguing. It focused on the royal lineage and its division into five prominent families from the original. As Dr. Matthews delved into the complexities of vampire hierarchy, he highlighted our unique position, mentioning the rare opportunity we had to learn alongside a member of the original family.

Dane, ever humble, smiled and clarified, "I'm not from the original family, but I was turned by them. I'm secondary if you want to get technical."

Dr. Matthews, undeterred by the correction, continued to emphasize Dane's significance, labeling him the only vampire prince currently in existence. The information washed over me, a blend of historical facts and familial prestige that seemed distant from the reality of our daily lives.

One of the wards raised her hand to ask, "If he is a prince, does that make her a princess?"

I couldn't help but roll my eyes at the question. The titles felt ill-fitting and too grand