The cavern trembled as an ancient being once again made its presence known on this mortal plane. Mary's body was suspended in the air by a thick column of black vines emanating from her hair; her abyssal eyes gazed at Jack, and her twisted smile sent shivers to all who bore witness.
"For years, I have been trapped in these walls of stone, awaiting my ascension! Yet, who would have thought that the gates of the beyond would bar my entry due to negative karma? Centuries went by while I gathered my powers, and finally, a worthy vessel has presented itself before me!"
Everyone trembled at the ancient voice echoing out of Mary's gaping mouth, except for a stoic-faced vampire.
"Are you done?" Jack said with impatience as he tapped his foot.
Mary's face twisted in disgust. "Impatient for death, are we, little mortal?"
Jack frowned. "Mortal this, mortal that. Drop the act, o spirit of death, for you are but an infant. Return my employee, Wiggles; I shall not ask twice!"
