Space Vampire

by Ruby Dixon

If he’s not on their side, he’s on mine. If they think he’s a monster, he can be my monster.

“Are you . . . trying to tell me that you’re a vampire?” Man, the Halloween vibes on this ship are immaculate.

And I’m not running away because if you’re their enemy, you’re automatically my friend.”

“I don’t want to kill you. You’re the first one that’s talked to me like I’m a normal person, not a mistake.”

Because I’m absolutely going to find a way to get more supplies into the pod. She’s not going to suffer. Not under my watch.

“I’ve been home since the moment I met you.”