What is it worth to you?

Nicholas stared into the eyes of the woman her fear just under the surface. Perhaps she realized what a dangerous proposition she placed herself in, her declaration was more foolish than brave. Many a cautionary tale was written about over promising and under delivering, And even a few more was spoken about from before there was a written language that people could relay information with. Nicholas contemplated how best to test the girl. A simple do as I say, would be useless because she was braced for a night of sexual servitude, no Nicholas needed more, he also felt the need to release build inside him. It was a hunger that he had that he indulged once in a while.

Standing up after tonight she would either be mad as a hatter or she would know what the true cost of fame was. His intent was to show her the errors of over promising and that desperation was a muse in and of itself. There were many shortcuts that one could take, such as talking to a vampire proclaiming that she would be willing to do anything. The tortured artist oftentimes produced the greatest works.

“Please come with me Ms. Engal”

Nicholas led her to his elevator what was to happen next should be away from prying eyes. Not that he would kill as that was strictly forbidden, however some would wish they would die instead of being indebted to those who’s hearts were long passed dead.

“If, if I go with you will you help me in the industry.”

She asked timidly, she was having second thoughts which spoke volumes about her, her self preservation was possibly screaming for her to leave and never look back, but her hope that everything would be alright was fighting her need to flee.

“Ms. Engal you need not worry the master of the city forbids any deaths of any tourist or people inside the city with the exception of self defense.” Nicholas volunteered that bit of information to set her fears at ease. The false sense of security that she would wrap herself in was more of a lie than anything that Nicholas could or would tell her.

“As far as my participation in your career, it could not hurt your chances. I could participate only as much as you would allow me to.”

Her resolve fortified she stood up prepared to do whatever the night required for her shot at stardom.