As the sexy version of Ellora bowed before them revealing a second majestic view of the great mountains, the three activated the tokens and left the small shop. The very next moment, they appeared in the dilapidated underground tunnel that led to the deserted blood hall, the main base of the vampires in and around this area.
Damon couldn't help but wonder if Varnyx would react the same way to Mark and Kate. His question was answered when the old vampire revealed a visibly shocked expression and bowed to the both of them.
"My Lady and my Lord, please forgive this old man for the blood hall's desolate appearance. Welcome to our humble abode," Varnyx intoned reverently, his deep voice echoing off the cracked stone walls. He lowered himself to one knee, crimson cloak pooling around him like a shadow. "We had not anticipated your descent this soon. The blood stirs, and the sanctum responds."
Kate blinked. "Uh… hi?"
Mark just smiled awkwardly.
