"The great Blood Race Queen was resting, so only her loyal ministers could summon you."
Chu Yi smiled and offered a less-than-friendly greeting.
On his shoulder, Bika also popped its head out, its tiny paw waving a cute greeting.
"Who are you? A mere lowly human, and you think you can make decisions for the Queen?" Jean was displeased.
Aren't humans just blood food? What exactly is the Queen up to, letting her most recent Embrace show up like this? Is she looking down on us?
The Blood Race members who had come to offer their allegiance also had their pride. They were from ancient, noble families, incomparable to the nouveau riche, and naturally sought recognition.