I was being locked with the official bitchglare of the Toreador Clan at the moment. I thought that the meeting would be over sooner. Thadeus always talks much longer than he should, but this time was worse than usual. I understand your frustration, love. I do. But I need you to work with me for your own good. If you put the Masquerade at risk, you will be put to death and neither Ben nor I will be able to stop it.