<strong>"Well hello fellow Elder"</strong>It was hard to make out Kathryn's tone. It was obvious however to Lisa she was talking so someone that she knew for a long time.  Lisa realized from how kathryn sat back in her bed that the phone call may go on for a least a little while and thought it best to help herself to coffee in the kitchen.<br/><br/>Atranis vampires and Rectoris seemed to get along as well as could be expected. Which wasn't saying much, all seemed to have run ins with each other every now and then but on average the Atranis and Rectoris found themselves at odds with each other less than most did. Perhaps it was because both were interested in the subtle nuances of life, perhaps it was sheer chance. Still fights did occur - mainly amongst the younger vampires prone to showing off.... seldom did it end well for either though.<br/><br/>It was true the Rectoris could control human's minds easily, other vampires and mages were possible but not managed anywhere near as easily, especially if they were very powerful. Luckily the emotion affecting abilities Rectoris had prevailed enough to walk away from most situations without conflict. All of those who live for while manage to find a few tricks.<br/><br/>Lex was an interesting one, like many of the Atranis she had limited magic-like abilities, but Lex was more like a Duros being outstandingly strong, and fast. Coupled vampires abilities to heal, Lex was not one to cross.<br/><br/>As a general rule both the bloodlines tried to stay out of each others businesses but there was time where one would tread on the others toes. Likely this phone call concerned a reason one that found both vampires bidding on a painting<br/><br/><div align="center">(http://www.disnet1.org/images/p1/p319/p320/p1p319320proimages255278.jpg)</div><br/>"The Opro" Kathryn desperately wanted to decorate one of her rooms and thus a bidding war occurred way beyond its expected price. When the bid went over ten million Kathryn pulled out and let Lex have it. Quite tame compared to conflicts of the past, still vampires killed for lesser reasons than paying too much for something they wanted. It was the time though, when it was custom for elders to meet to ensure both still honoured the agreements made years ago and discuss boundaries and businesses.<br/><br/>Pleasantries were exchanged in a beautiful but long winded language only the elders could manage before the inevitable question arose.<br/><br/><strong>"I agree Lex, lets meet at the customary location in three hours"<br/></strong><br/>Kathryn put the phone down and went about<br/><br/><br/>Kathryn adjusted her features slighly and gave herself a more healthier skin complexion before donning a black robe<br/><br/><div align="center">(http://www.in-your-dreams.com.au/black%20robe400.jpg)<br/></div>At Kathryns' request Lisa joined her.<br/><br/><strong>"Although technically I shouldn't bring another when meeting with another elder I am sure Lex would sense your not trained in fighting or there for trouble... and if your so curious about vampires ... Lex is one of the interesting ones to know"</strong><br/><br/><strong>"If Lex want to drink from me will you protect me ?"</strong><br/><br/><strong>"For what its worth I doubt she will, she usually is polite during these meetings"</strong><br/><br/>The hours passed quickly, nervously for Lisa ... but 3 pm did see both Lisa and Kathryn on couches near the grand book in the public library<br/><br/>(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y102/riscaa/Castle/Library.jpg)<br/>