“ it’s something i got years ago on my travels at a second hand shop. They didn’t know it was real but i have an eye. I felt I should buy it for something special and here we are.”

“ your moments? I should hope you listen to and obey your father.” She said and pulled out one of her old opal rings. “ for you dear.”

“ that is good grand daughter. So I hope you are happy and love your dad.” She did “ my son is wonderful.” Always so helpful to his Maman.”

Mommas not my prince. She never would.

“ daughter? But we can’t have —“she looked at him “ did you take and turn a human child?” We’re not supposed to.” But I’m glad she makes you happy but son you don’t look like you’re eating enough.”

“ please don’t go anywhere.” She said reaching for her son. Suddenly she passed out.

“ hello son.” Who’s this?” She asked her son of Claudia and looked Lestat over “ are you getting enough to eat?”

She moaned. She was weak. Soon she found herself and the others in a cabin far outside of town . “ Claudia , Lestat.” She said softly.

“ you are staying with me.” You’re my son.” Suddenly a beat up Armand his fledgling Skye and Louis came to help Lestat lift his mom and daughter. “ thank you Louis.” And who are the rest of them son so I may thank them?” She asked before Skye flew her to safety.

“ well i love you and think it’s fine you don’t follow anyone else’s rules ( other than the basics don’t steal and always respect your parent(s)) you are my independent son and Maman loves it. Santiago is just… well an idiot.”

// okay

“ I I can’t wake Claudia .” She said panicking and patting her grandchild’s face

“ Claudia!!” She weakly patted her. “ I’m afraid neither Claudia nor I can run.” save yourself.” She said caughing. She held onto Claudia as tight as she could it’s about all she could do for her.

“ aw Maman is on your your mind. That’s sweet prince.” “ no baby it’s not your fault I got hurt I promise.” It’s mine. I told Santiago no.” She said relaxing as he brushed her hair.

Gabrielle darted behind her son for safety as she was still weak.

“ yeah just a little dirt my prince. So what’s on your mind?” She asked as he brushed her hair. She tried to relax. “ when the other vampires beat me they broke a rib.” She said.