The existence of her kind depended on their ability to hide in the shadows; to conceal themselves among their prey. That was the reason why she had cr...ated the law. At this point, concealment was still possible. Most humans would think of vampires only in the context of the images of the mindless ferals that had spread so quickly throughout their communications networks. Most remained unaware that sentient vampires existed and, as the government's lies were disseminated ever more widely, that. . .do you sleep with your brother? You know, have sex with him” Candy blurted out.Kayla’s eyes flew open and the Italian girl looked taken aback. Looking at Kayla, Gina said “is she always so direct” motioning toward Candy.“Sometimes her mouth just blurts out whatever is running around inside that pretty little head of hers” Kayla replied giving Candy the ‘what the hell are you doing eyes’.“I never said Carlo was my brother, Candy. Why do you think this” the Italian girl said with. I will need you to mow the lawn, and clean around the pool." Ok, what time is this shindig of yours?" I asked."Around three thirty I think. That should give you plenty of time that morning to get things done." Her voice trailed off up the stairs as she went to go get Sally to start making plans. Sally didn't know hardly anyone in town yet, but I'm sure Leesha is going to change all of that.By Friday, the food was bought, invites were sent out, and things started getting decorated. I got home. The Indian, forgotten until just then, was standing behind me. Looking me in the eye, he offered to hide us in the canyons behind the town.By late evening the small town was crawling with Sheriff's henchman. Houses were invaded and storage areas ransacked by groups of torch-bearing cowboys. I kept watch through the store's front windows. George sat with me, more so I could keep an eye on him. Their activity was very loud and public, but George Witbier remarked that John Foster, the Sheriff's.