{The cake is picked at, but Vincent seems reluctant to eat. His nap has done wonders for him - and he feels much stronger - but with being more aware comes the crushing descent of regret, mostly. He knows there was nothing he could do for his family - being so ill informed - but he has no one else to blame but himself. If only he could execute those involved...those who knew and did not speak...

He wonders if that will even be enough.} You will get to the bottom of it. We simply need to be patient. I think you understand the frustration that the dead might feel, however. If I could become a vengeful spirit, I would!

I am proud of what he has done, but the presence of a demon frightens me. I have never met one and so this beast is entirely unknown to me. {And Sebastian has direct access to his little son - and his little son's soul.} His impudence enrages me.

{Yet, outwardly, Vincent remains calm in appearance.}

She has stretched her influence across the world. If her reign ends, it will be because of her death.