The anger, pain, and confusion slithered and coiled about the newborn vampire until finally, it came to a crescendo. With a sudden ferocity, the boy lashed out, accusing the nearest creature akin to that of the being that caused him so much grief. The pureblood watched on, calm and silent with an indecipherable expression blanketing his features. Just as fast as it came the myriad of emotions began to wilt and shrivel leaving nothing but a wary young boy in its place. The question that followed was no longer harsh but soft and unsure.<br/><br/>A moment of silence passed and settled within the concrete space, broken momentarily by the soft rustling of cloth. Upon reaching his full height, Kaname gazed down at the figure beneath him. Though his stature towered above most it held not intimidation then but an air of warmth. A depth of which pooled within somber mahogany eyes.<br/><br/>“In Cross Academy” Kaien responded, smiling kindly “Humans and vampires have co-existed there since its founding. As the headmaster I aim to build a bridge between the two species, crossing the greatest divide known to man and bringing a new age, no- a new dawn of peace, harmony, and--!!”<br/><br/>Zero coughed, passing a barely concealed look of irritation at his ‘father’.<br/><br/>“A-and...you are welcome to attend, Itami. There are many dorms in the Night class and you can choose whichever one you like. All the students are incredibly welcoming and I have Kaname to thank for that. You can stay--”<br/><br/>“With me.” A momentary beat of silence followed as the room’s occupants took in the sudden declaration. Without any further explanation, the pureblood gently extended his left hand forward; the meaning behind the gesture clear despite the lack of words.