[The tension betwixt them was pulled so taut that the threads were practically screeching for mercy like a strong violin strung to its breaking point. ... Yet the vampire's clear and perfectly pleasing submission to him eased Van Helsing's grip, his hardened mouth softening just slight.

He had made it so the creature would have never forgotten him. His terrible visage burned beneath his eyelids so that even sleep would not comfort him. Miss Victoria had the privilege to never know his true wrath, for she had come to him willingly.

Meticulous fingers readjusted the vampire's tie before he let him go and drew back to his full height, arms crossing as his thoughts moldered over his queer offspring.]

What humor has he. Nevertheless, I wager it suits for the time being. The man who aid you in your doom awaits us back at our manor house. Doctor John Seward. The short sight of you t'would have less impact I surmise.

[At that he finally allowed his kingly laughter to flutter in his chest. What an absurd mess.]

I will make it clear that he is off limits to you in every facet. Should I hear of you harassing him in any manner I will hesitate not to have you dipped in boiling holy water und hung in the daylight to dry.

[As much of a joke Alucard looked, Van Helsing had no humor when giving orders and the threats that would take place should they be disobeyed were severe.]

That is your first order.

[One of thousands to come. It would be a promise sealed with his cruel smile. A kindness that killed.]

Welcome back to me, Vampir Alucard.

[With that he stepped back, looking to Walter with a gesture that he may go greet his former partner.]