Chasing Bella's shadow
Markus enjoyed being a doctor at the Academy, it had its own level for vampires, and there were animals to chase down for prey, with the added bonus of having human blood pulsing through the critters system, thanks to a transference spell perfected by the resident Yokai (Blood spirits).
Vampires weren't ostracised here, instead, they were taught to explore their lesser-known abilities, like acrobatics, compulsion and glamour spells. They had a hoard of their own, headed by a passionate male professor named Baeden and life was good, thanks largely to Caroline and her werewolf husband John.