“I told her I don’t eat human flesh, I only drink blood,” said James. “Then she rolled her eyes at me. Can you believe it? She believes that I’m a Vampire but she wouldn’t believe a God Damn word I said to her.”
“So I take it you don’t have a date for tonight,” said Andy.
“No, I am free. Completely free to enjoy company of women who appreciate me. By the way, is it just Vampires tonight or are any warm blooded people showing up?”
“It will be a mix. Everyone is cool. Cool as in temperament not temperature.”
“Good. I swear I should have pegged her as a bigot. She knew I was a Vampire when I met her. She knew we’re real, but she would never accept me. Never.”
“It wasn’t like you were exclusive with her. Screw her.”
“I did. That’s what got me into trouble,” said James, then he laughed. “You’d think that after 164 years… who am I kidding. The only woman I can’t get is your sister.”
Andy raised an eyebrow. Sure James was a pig but he’d been Andy’s best friend forever and most of it was an act…a small fraction was an act.
James continued his venting. “The only reason she didn’t go after me more is because she knows I can erase her memory, and if she tells anyone I’m a Vampire they’ll think she’s nuts.”
“Forget her James,” said Andy. “I’ve never seen you so insecure. What’s up?”
“Nothing. I was up too late last night. I’m hungry. I obviously didn’t eat anything last night.”
“I have blood in the fridge, and some cheese. Go get yourself something.”
“Thanks,” said James, heading out to the kitchen.
Andy looked around the room. There would be about fifty people over for New Year’s Eve. He still had to bring out all of the glasses, wine, and call the caterer for a final check.
Once James got dressed and the party started he’d be fine. He’d be more than fine. There wouldn’t be a single female at the party, Vampire, warm blooded human, Werewolf, or otherwise he wouldn’t be flirting with. James never went home alone.
It would be a new year but some guys never changed. That wasn’t always a bad thing. Just a thing.
Andy pulled out his phone and left a message. “Hey beautiful. Just wanted to tell you I love you. I’ll see you tonight. I can’t wait.”
~ end
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