Author's Choice: 'Bloodletting' (Reese Version) [Part 5] (Patreon)

[Alternate Text: A header image of a close-up on a semi-circle of red wine that looks blood-like while against an off-white background. It has a few bubbles along its curve and is a deep crimson hue. The title 'Bloodletting' is in a shiny, crimson font that appears embossed with a wet sheen.]

Hi Evergreen and Hickory Patrons!

It's finally here: the ending (it seems) of 'Bloodletting'. 🩸

I won't take up too much of your time with an author's note at the outset aside from the fact that there are references to other Patreon writings and R's lines from Book One within this piece! (Their first words to the Returning Visitor, ahem. 🥺) Hopefully you enjoy those nods. (There are content warnings at the bottom! Please feel free to scroll down or search 'content warnings' to jump to that section. Your comfort should always come first. 💚)

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"A host's privilege will always fall short of mine," Franz declares, composed rather than outwardly offended. He doesn't bother moving closer to inspect Reese's servile pose, which only prompts the apprehending vampires to force Reese that much lower to be within his line of sight. He's not wasting any effort, preferring others to make it on his behalf. "Defend yourself at least."

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