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“ Put it down. ” “ Walk away, _____. You shouldn’t be here. ” “ There’s nothing left to say. ” “ What’s going on here? ” “ Your death is not the answer. ” “ How many times are we going to play this game? ” “ And what if it’s different this time? ” “ Okay, well how long does that take? ” “ There’s not enough magic in the world to slow this down. ” “ Shut your damn mouth. ” “ What are you doing here? ” “ Perhaps you should have followed your first instincts. ” “ Run. Just run! ” “ Get out of the way. ” “ This isn’t your fault, _______. ” “ I won’t allow it. ” “ Let’s go home. ” “ It’s the only way to make it right. ” “ I know your heart, ______. ” “ And this is just one of those things that’s not fixable. ” “ Why are you packing your stuff into boxes? ” “ I need a clean slate. ” “ We’re not done talking. ” “ You’re lucky I didn’t turn you into the world’s blondest roadkill. ” “ And you’re lucky I didn’t crush your car like a toy, you selfish prat. ” “ You know, happiness is a choice you’re incapable of accepting. ” “ I never said I was better. ” “ You really don’t care? ” “ What have you done? ” “ Sentimental fool. ” “ Please, don’t lecture me, _______. ” “ You have to let me do this my way. ” “ Let me be. ” “ Don’t make me murder you while you contemplate killing yourself. ” “ I am here to collect a debt. ” “ I am afraid because I’ve been here before. ” “ I want a better future, _______. ” “ I’ve lost too many people. I’ve hurt too many people. And that is a curse I refuse to pass on to another generation. ” “ My heart is breaking. ” “ Because, despite everything, they’re family and you love them. ” “ Happiness is a choice. ” “ Would you even be here if I had longer to live? ” “ Closure is a myth. ” “ I don’t know how to say good-bye. ” “ I have not lived an honorable life, you know that. ” “ I think I was hiding in that crawl space for about 12 hours. ” “ I should have known this was going to be redundant. ” “ Bourbon’s never redundant. ” “ Well, don’t stop on my account. ” “ I will never abandon you. ” “ Your loyalty and your counsel… and your love, is probably the only reason why I’ve survived as long as I have. ” “ Always and forever. ” “ I need a moment. ” “ There’s something else we need to discuss. ” “ I’m gonna make you proud. ” “ And I promise you, I’m gonna do right by our name. ” “ I love you more than all the days and nights, deeper than the oceans and the skies. ” “ How do we do this? ” “ Many moons ago, we sat here and discussed the future of our family. ” “ I don’t want your last memory of me to be my death. ” “ I intend to die by your side. ” “ I’m dying. You’re not. The moment I end, you’re free. ” “ I’m stealing it back. ” “ After everything I’ve done, you truly believe I am redeemed? ” “ She is the very best of me. ” “ This kid’s gonna have one hell of a temper. ” “ If I’m leaving, then so are you. ” “ I want to be with you, _______. ” “ What if there’s nothing after this? No peace. Just darkness… ” “ I don’t deserve the love you’ve given me, _______. But I am so grateful. ” “ It’s been a glorious ride, _______ And a greatest honor. ”

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“ It’s been a long time since we’ve shared a drink together. ” “ You’re gonna need it. ” “ I don’t accept that. ” “ There is no miracle fix here. ” “ She needs to have the chance to say good-bye. ” “ Are you out of your mind. ” “ Where are we going? ” “ I take it you have a plan? ” “ You’re the only one I trust. ” “ Seriously? ” “ I need your help, _________. ” “ Well, what do you need from me? ” “ You can’t be serious. ” “ Nothing. I’m fine. ” “ Let’s get out of here. ” “ Fine, you can have a milkshake. ” “ You can’t just shove a demon in a jar and shove it on a shelf. ” “ I won’t fight you this time. ” “ That was a long time ago. ” “ Smell of it still haunts me to this day. ” “ What did you do? ” “ You haven’t been around much lately. ” “ You should go. ” “ The full moon doesn’t crest until later. ” “ What do we get if we say yes? ” “ It’s anti-feminist and oppressive. ” “ First of all, thank you. ” “ Whatever the hell’s going on here, no! ” “ How long do I have? ” “ We will not allow anything to happen to you. ” “ I think it’s probably time you drove a Bentley. ” “ Is it absolutely necessary to destroy this work of art in the process? ” “ Life’s little pleasures, whatever. ” “ Well you certainly don’t seem to have any interest in your survival. ” “ But can you be a miracle and a mistake at the same time? ” “ We, however, have nothing to lose. ” “ Or you can compel them to forget what I’m about to do. ” “ That’s not what I’m suggesting. ” “ Relax, I’ll be fine. ” “ Yeah, that felt good. ” “ I’m confiscating this. Forever. ” “ He still clouds your judgement. ” “ I know your intentions are good. ” “ You think that’s gonna stick? ” “ Why didn’t you tell me the truth? ” “ Are you sure that there’s no other way? ” “ But I’m not gonna find it today and today is all I have. ” “ You know your father would kill me if he knew I’d let you do that. ” “ Don’t you give up on this fight. ” “ I don’t want to fight anymore. ” “ It’s not your time yet. ” “ Well, too bad… because I forgive you. ” “ I need you to fight this. ” “ I’m at peace because of you. ” “ I don’t want to let go. ” “ I need you to do something for me. ” “ And everything is going to be better in the morning. ” “ Look, I know it’s not an ideal evening, but the timing is right. ” “ Tonight is about you. ” “ You looked kind of lonely. ” “ I think we were both born with responsibilities we didn’t deserve. ” “ I thought you had to be somewhere. ” “ You want me to dance with you? ” “ Kind of living in the moment here. ” “ Don’t worry. I’ll behave myself. ” “ See you after. ” “ I thought you were gone. ” “ I won’t allow this, ________. ” “ When you’re done, run wild and free. ” “ Don’t. ”

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“ I know things will never be the same. ” “ You didn’t have to come. ” “ It’s not much of an apology for killing someone. ” “ Don’t make it sound so noble. ” “ Just can’t believe I have to do this without her. ” “ I know, but I need to be alone. ” “ Just going through my old things. ” “ I don’t know if I can do that. ” “ I thought today… you could be here for me. ” “ You’re either broke or you’re a terrible drunk. ” “ Well, maybe there are some things that neither money nor alcohol can solve. ” “ Can I recommend something a little stronger than Bordeaux? ” “ It’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance, ______. ” “ Well, that’s a suspiciously warm greeting. ” “ I am no good to anybody right now and I… I just want to get out of this place. ” “ Nothing I have ever done in my entire life has meant anything at all. ” “ How long will you be gone? ” “ For however long it takes. ” “ You had to earn a shot of this. ” “ You really wanna do this today? ” “ Are you just trying to piss me off today or do you want something? ” “ Well, that’s not your decision to make. ” “ How’s your head? ” “ I’ll catch up with you. ” “ I look like a disco ball. ” “ Just wait til you have kids. ” “ We haven’t… exactly had the conversation. ” “ Well, don’t you think you should do that before you walk down the aisle? ” “ Do you know the artist? ” “ The more you drink, the more exceptional the art becomes. ” “ You know, I used to be intimidated by things like this. ” “ You don’t strike me as the shrinking violet type. ” “ Oh I-I could kick your ass. ” “ That’s your serious voice. ” “ It’s not gonna be like that for us. ” “ I can’t give you what you want, _______. You deserve better. ” “ We may be damaged, but we are not doomed to repeat our parent’s mistakes. ” “ Do you really believe that? ” “ Do you think they know how rare that is? ” “ I guess I’ll see you in the next life. ” “ If we’re destined to meet each other in another life, just know… I’ll be waiting for another dance. ” “ Gorgeous, brilliant, and powerful. Remind me to never piss you off. ” “ There’s nothing we can do. ” “ Please don’t. ” “ I have waited for you for years, lived on your terms, set aside what I needed for myself to make you happy! And then you pull this crap? ” “ That’s the “I don’t know what to do” look! ” “ I’m open to spending the rest of my life figuring that out together. ” “ I need you today. ” “ What did you say? ” “ Well, then, I suspect I’m the last person she needs right now. ” “ It never ends. No battle’s ever won here. ” “ No one deserves this more than you. ” “ You’re late. ” “ Well, then, looks like you’re stuck with the both of us. ” “ What happened to your dress? ” “ You helped me more than you could ever know. ” “ The last time we said goodbye, did you ever think that the next time we would meet would be at a wedding? ” “ This has been the best day ever. ” “ Why the sudden change of heart? ” “ I think I’m a little buzzed. ” “ It was like, for five minutes, I forgot… how crappy my life is. ” “ You certainly looked happy. ” “ Did you come in here to make sure that the room was right-side-up or did you want something? ”

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“ Do it again. ” “ It’s not working. ” “ You’re holding back. ” “ You really think I want to feel this way? ” “ You’re not the one I want to hurt. ” “ Give me a name. ” “ What, am I supposed to spend all of eternity holed up in this stupid room? ” “ Get it over with. ” “ I thought I was dead. ” “ I may need backup, so when you get this, call me back. ” “ I’m sure it’s nothing. ” “ What do you say to me buying you a drink and you pretending to find me interesting? ” “ Have you decided how you’re going to kill him? ” “ I want to do this alone. ” “ This is supposed to help me feel better, right? ” “ If you want to help me, go. ” “ I don’t accept that. ” “ I need you to fix this. ” “ I don’t know how to fix this, _____! ” “ We’ve been waiting for you. ” “ I wasn’t sure that you’d come. ” “ The conflict between our families doesn’t change the way I feel about you. ” “ He doesn’t deserve to die. ” “ Well, I have to admit you are very cute and incredibly charming. ” “ To your lost love. ” “ To all we’ve loved and lost. ” “ Well… hope to see you around. ” “ Would you believe it if I told you that you were the reason that I came to New Orleans? ” “ What a disappointment you turned out to be. ” “ How much time do I have? ” “ It’s the only way. ” “ I am who I am, _______. ” “ I know you won’t believe this, but I’ve been trying to see you, okay? ” “ Is this the kind of talk you had in mind? ” “ So this is the new parenting style? ” “ What are you accusing me of? ” “ Don’t what? Counsel you against your own worst instincts? ” “ So now what? ” “ Our lives may be forever, but our allegiance is not. ” “ Get me out of here right now! ” “ I’m asking you to have faith in me. ” “ You have no idea what you took from me. ” “ What did you just say? ” “ You clearly didn’t get that from my side of the family. ” “ This is only gonna get worse, isn’t it? ” “ You really think you can act as counsel when you’re sleeping with the enemy? ” “ You might not trust me right at this moment, _______… do you really have any other choice? ” “ That can’t be good, right? ” “ You’ve got to believe me, okay? ” “ I leave town for a few years and suddenly, you know everything? ” “ Hey, uh… you remember the first day we met? ” “ But now, you are my family. ” “ I must confess that I myself have recently had a change of heart. ” “ I’m going to enjoy this. ” “ Are they all dead? ” “ You should consider what you did an act of public service. ” “ I’m, um, numb. ” “ What is it? ” “ I’ll tell you tomorrow, okay? ” “ Are they gonna come back? ” “ I’ll take care of this. ” “ Can you ever forgive me for the mess my family made? ” “ I could ask you the same question. ” “ Someone once told me that Shanghai is a safe place to hide out. ” “ Till we meet again. ” “ If we meet again. ” “ Truth is, you were always more loyal than I was. ” “ Rest in peace, dear friend. ” “ Get in. ” “ God, I missed you. ” “ The thing about an apology is, it doesn’t really mean much when your life’s on the line. ” “ Whatever it is you did, you can never be anything like me. Okay? ” “ And you don’t deserve any of this. ” “ It’s gonna be okay. I promise. ” “ Y-You should go. ” “ You picked the wrong day to find religion. ”

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“ Would you please pass the beignets? ” “ Good morning. ” “ Obviously, there is a lot for us to discuss. ” “ That’s not normal. ” “ I shouldn’t have come down here. ” “ And what choice did I have? ” “ Is it wrong that I want to boil everything in bleach? ” “ I know you’re there. ” “ I didn’t want to disturb you. ” “ I’ll keep saying this until you believe me: I’m okay. ” “ And you know, I’d do it again because for once, we’re in the same room and the world’s not ending. ” “ Well, you couldn’t have been more wrong. ” “ I know you love her. ” “ You have a visitor. ” “ You can’t even return my calls. ” “ Party’s over. ” “ You and your crew are no longer welcome in New Orleans. ” “ Those were your rules, remember? ” “ You don’t want to finish that sentence. ” “ This place could use a little more sunshine. ” “ If you’re here to loot, they already took the good stuff. ” “ Right at this very moment, I’ll take quantity over quality. ” “ It’s bottom shelf. Might burn a hole in your stomach. ” “ Try me. ” “ That’s not how this works. ” “ Perhaps hearing someone else’s pain might ease my own. ” “ How about you let me buy you a couple of drinks? ” “ The vampires can’t scare us out of our own city. ” “ Hey. Sorry I’m late. ” “ Are you still getting on a plane? ” “ If we only have one day, we’re going to make the best of it. ” “ I mean, witches were always used as the match that sets the whole bonfire ablaze. ” “ Look, we have to pick a side, ________. ” “ Your responsibility to them is your greatest motivator. ” “ Think about what I said. The offer’s only on the table for so long. ” “ Do you really think this is gonna keep ‘em away? ” “ All right, go on. Say what’s really on your mind. ” “ All of this… It all started with you. ” “ It’s not a request, _______. ” “ You’re carrying all of it inside of you. ” “ Stop… please, stop! ” “ I was batting way out of my league and she had a hell of a past. ” “ I could tell she still held a candle for the guy. ” “ A smile to end a war. ” “ You’re him, aren’t you? ” “ But no matter what the night may hold, just remember that dawn is always right around the corner. ” “ You always manage to find the light in the darkness, huh? ” “ The lightness suits you. ” “ It’s my mess, I’ll clean it up. ” “ So you’re here to mine my pain for your absolution? ” “ What are you doing here? ” “ I remember when we weren’t allowed in the Quarter. ” “ Aw, you must have been so proud. ” “ You’ve got one day with your girl. ” “ It-It’s not my blood. ” “ That’s not what happened. ” “ Now it’s just the two of us. ” “ I used to think that what I was doing was for the best. ” “ How does it feel? ” “ What the hell was that? ” “ It’s times like these that either strengthen or break our bonds. ” “ I’m gonna see you on the other side of this, okay? ” “ You almost got killed today. ” “ You need to stay here and rest. ” “ I was just waiting for the right time, but the right time never came. ” “ No more choosing between you and my family because you are my family, _______. ” “ What are you people? ” “ You saw what you saw. ” “ I think you’re gonna need something a little stronger than that water. ” “ You will forget meeting me here today. ” “ Is this the rest of my life? ” “ So this is where it ends. ” “ I thought I could handle it. ” “ Will you stay with me awhile? ” “ Are the werewolves really worth dying for? ”

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“ Every last exit is sealed. ” “ This is dangerous, you and I here together. ” “ We don’t do anything. ” “ We’re square, you and I. ” “ Who’s there? Show yourself. ” “ Always so dramatic. ” “ Suppose you were in a board meeting. ” “ He isn’t here, is he? ” “ I think I might have just found a way out of here. ” “ It’s representational magic. ” “ I’ll give _____ your regards. ” “ The only way out is together. ” “ Come on. Follow me. ” “ I can’t be stuck here. ” “ Here, this might jog your memory. ” “ You and I have never really had much in common besides our dashing good looks. ” “ Did I ever apologize to you for what I did? ” “ Not everybody is so lucky. ” “ This is your family’s house? ” “ I’m not staying here. ” “ What you want is of no consequence. ” “ I’ll have someone clean this up. ” “ I want to believe that this baby means something to you. ” “ Don’t let us down. ” “ Listen, I’ve got nothing to go on here. ” “ God, no. ” “ I never knew I could love something so much. ” “ It’s not your fault, ______. ” “ You got something against literature? ” “ What changed? ” “ It doesn’t feel real yet. ” “ Don’t put this on me. ” “ I have sacrificed everything for you. ” “ Look, we’ve all done dangerous things for family, and we’ve seen each other through it. ” “ I was avoiding you. ” “ Can this conversation please wait? ” “ You remember when this room used to be yours? ” “ You know, I used to think I could choose when to love you. ” “ The least you could do is tell me why you left me standing alone at city hall. ” “ Why would you want to be loved by me, _______? ” “ There are far worse ways that I could destroy you. ” “ Look, I can’t fix this if I don’t know why you two aren’t speaking. ” “ You’ve escaped us, ______. ” “ I’m not giving up on you, ________. ” “ Well, I guess if I were you, I wouldn’t want to remember either. ” “ I guess something in your memory is working after all. ” “ What are you burning? ” “ Why would I lie? ” “ You ever consider the possibility that perhaps you don’t even want me back? ” “ You killed him. And I hate you for that. ” “ Oh, bloody hell. ” “ I thought the same thing about you once. ” “ Because we are capable of doing terrible things, but we are also capable of forgiveness. ” “ You need me. ” “ You’ve watched the French Quarter triumph over far worse than this. ” “ You get to have so much more than that. ” “ Isn’t that worth it? ” “ You chose this. ” “ I’m cursed and… I’m angry. ” “ Thought I’d lost you. ” “ Forgive me. ” “ I said I need the room. ”

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“ I’m here. ” “ She’s gone. ” “ This was my fault. ” “ You can’t beat yourself up over this, _______. ” “ You didn’t start the fire, you just got burnt by the flame like everybody else. ” “ That can wait til tomorrow. ” “ Well, astral projection is tricky magic. ” “ I should be there beside her, holding her hand. ” “ That can’t be right. ” “ It is an honor to meet you. ” “ This is an army? ” “ Well, that was very, very weird. ” “ I’d do anything for you, you know that. ” “ Drink this. ” “ I don’t want any news. ” “ Please, do not tell me the end is neigh. I don’t want to hear that today. ” “ It gets worse. ” “ Why is my head on fire? ” “ We were foolish to go there. ” “ I don’t think it’s a game. ” “ What the hell is wrong with you? ” “ I’m in the mood for a fight. ” “ And what a hero you turned out to be. ” “ One doesn’t need forgiveness from enemies. ” “ Nothing you have is of interest to me. ” “ Your offer is rejected. ” “ Oh come on, you say that, but you don’t mean that. ” “ And now, she’s dead. ” “ You didn’t even ask me. ” “ Maybe I deserve this. ” “ What are you even suggesting here? ” “ I don’t want this to end. ” “ You are gonna live. Okay? ” “ And how does this help us? ” “ Because if you think a blood rain is bad, wait until you hear what the witches say is gonna come next. ” “ Watch your tone. I’m doing you a favor. ” “ Give me your hands. ” “ I’ll do my best. ” “ This is all wrong. ” “ What’s the delay? ” “ It’s magic. Not pay-per-view. ” “ What the hell are you doing here? ” “ There is a big difference between can’t and shouldn’t. ” “ I’m gonna break every bone in your body. ” “ What happens if they don’t come? ” “ You are not going to die. ” “ Ready to do this? ” “ There’s no magic that can fix this. ” “ I wanted to be there. ” “ Then let me die! ” “ I can’t do this. ” “ Are you okay? ” “ We’re a curse to each other and our home. ” “ I don’t know what to do. ” “ What the hell just happened? ” “ I feel like I can’t do anything right today. ” “ I’ll check in from the road. ” “ I’m so sorry, um… but it’s too late. ” “ What have you done to him? ” “ I had nothing to do with this. ” “ Yeah, that sounds like a personal problem. ” “ We have to save each other. ” “ What are you doing? You can’t be here. ” “ Things are probably gonna get ugly. ” “ I’ll always be here for you. ” “ Come here, sweetheart. ” “ Just one more minute. ” “ You stay away from me. ” “ There’s no way out. We’re trapped here. ”

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“ What happened to you? ” “ The path of redemption is long and winding, but worthy. ” “ What a pleasure it is to finally meet you. ” “ Okay, I knew your hair had emo tendencies, but your music? ” “ Shade thrown and caught. ” “ You nervous? ” “ Still, it’s strange cutting out a part of yourself you barely know. ” “ Doesn’t matter cause I’m doing it. ” “ You know, your mom should be proud of you. ” “ I think someone may be tracking me. ” “ Do as you’re told. ” “ I apologize. I had to deal with something. ” “ I had a witch make it for me before I left. ” “ Doesn’t explain your sudden visit. ” “ Who’s this boy? I’m gonna kill him. ” “ You know I like you, right? ” “ Look, sorry, but the only thing worst than doing this, is waiting to do this. ” “ I-I owe her everything. ” “ Your joy is my joy. ” “ Now just let me go. ” “ I’m surprised you still have time for coffee. ” “ You want to ease up a little, _______? ” “ Felt like someone should do this. ” “ I just, I feel so helpless. ” “ So what, we just wait here and sip rancid diner coffee? ” “ It’ll be tempting to lash out, but you’ll regret it later. ” “ You know, the truth be told, it’s been bloody awful. ” “ I’ve never known such pain. ” “ Some girls just like the bad boys. ” “ Untie me. Now! ” “ Nothing will be fine for you unless you untie me. ” “ Something’s not right. ” “ Why did you do that? ” “ Well, um, at least I know how you really feel. ” “ And if you believe that, then you really are a fool. ” “ Do you regret the time we’ve spent together? ” “ I just think when we met, I was… I was so young.  ” “ I don’t think I’ve changed that much. ” “ I was intrigued, but I never felt safe. Or relaxed. Or myself, really. ” “ So you don’t regret meeting me? ” “ It would be impossible not to notice you, __________. ” “ Just shut up, okay!? ” “ You have to let us go. ” “ I got to make a phone call, okay? ” “ Sometimes not knowing is worst. ” “ You weren’t really gonna do it, were you? ” “ And having all 206 bones cracking in your body sucks, it really does… ” “ Nowhere to go but up, I guess. ” “ Because you and I both know, knowledge don’t come for cheap, not in this town. ” “ How do you do this? ” “ You can’t ignore part of yourself and be happy. ” “ When was the last time you were truly happy, _______? ” “ And please, don’t do anything drastic. ” “ Listen, I don’t know what’s happening here. ” “ And honestly, I’m probably a little bit jealous & overprotective of that kind of ignorant bliss. ” “ So what made you change your mind? ” “ You know, you and I don’t have that time to waste. ” “ I mean, I myself prefer a bar, but whatever works. ” “ It’s a… piece of cake. ” “ Look away, _______. Look away. ” “ How do we know if it worked? ” “ So, what’d you want to talk to me about? ” “ I’m not going without you. ” “ It’s not your strength that they’re afraid of. ” “ Yes, you have to go. You have to leave now. ” “ What are you doing here? ” “ There are always loopholes. ” “ You know in your heart, this is the right thing to do. ”

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“ Rise and shine, Nightwalker Nation. ” “ If it was your aim to get my attention, then I must say, you have been wildly successful. ” “ Y’all lost your chance to trade loyalty for protection. ” “ It’s me you’re looking for. ” “ You know, for someone who organized this little summit, you’re woefully short on details. ” “ You knew we’d have this little chat. ” “ You and I have a friend in common. ” “ The purpose of art is to portray life as it is. ” “ The mission of art is to engage our most primal selves -- to inflame our passion, to provoke our insight. ” “ Derivative and so extraordinarily tedious. ” “ I wouldn’t argue with this fool when he’s not listening to single word you say. ” “ God, I’ve missed you. ” “ We have a room, you know? ” “ You were right. ” “ I think we ought to introduce ourselves. ” “ Well, somebody’s been busy. ” “ Her defect is my defect! ” “ Make your point. ” “ And what if I don’t agree? ” “ Besides, I’ve been keeping a low profile. ” “ Do we have a problem? ” “ What makes you think I had any piece in this? ” “ It’s a pain worse than death. ” “ You should really lock your door. ” “ Why are you so interested in me? ” “ I’m interested in you because you’re the most interesting. ” “ An ancient bad boy vampire with a damaged soul. ” “ Have you gone insane? ” “ Choose your next words very carefully. ” “ Oh, believe me, I have gamed this out already. ” “ I’m pretty attached to it. ” “ Bring you back to where? ” “ Look, all those times that I’ve said there are things in my past that I’d prefer to forget… ” “ Who is they? ” “ That’s a convenient euphemism. ” “ No, you and I are quite different, friend. ” “ You are a runt amidst a species of leviathans. ” “ This is the first and last warning that I will give you. ” “ And I see a man who knows that’s a lie. ” “ I have wanted to tell you more about our past, but I was afraid of how you’d react. ” “ Yeah, feel free to send me a postcard. ” “ You gave me a ring, _______. You asked me to marry you. ” “ Would it be wrong of me to assume there are traitors in my midst? ” “ We’re talking about snuffing out a fundamental part of who you are… ” “ I know what it’s like to have something taken from you against your will, okay? ” “ Get whatever supplies you that need, because you and I are doing this. ” “ Um, so… I need a favor. ” “ Okay. Didn’t really expect that. ” “ It’s not your battle, ______. ” “ Those of us that matter accept you for what you are. ” “ No, I did everything I could to protect you. ” “ I never watched you suffer! ” “ Now, you tell me what you want from me. ” “ But eternity is long, and I have an excellent memory. ” “ There’s got to be an easier way to do this. ” “ I will not let my past to become your future. ” “ I thought you’d be gone. ” “ Until we meet again. ” “ I live by that code because it brings me peace. ” “ You went behind my back. ” “ I did what was right. ” “ I’ve made a mistake. I don’t want to die… ” “ Hey, you didn’t die. ” “ Do you want to find out? ” “ What I said earlier… I was angry. ” “ In fact, I think I took it easy on him. ” “ I was the match that lit the fuse. ” “ I gifted them shame. ”

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“ New Orleans is a survivor. ” “ There’s something for everyone. ” “ So, what exactly are you implying? ” “ You witches always plead virtue, but if history’s to be prologue, you’re the most rotten of the bunch. ” “ A witch’s promise is as slippery as snake oil and as effective. ” “ Why would the werewolves take down their own alpha? ” “ If you didn’t take her, I suggest you find out who did. ” “ Perhaps your royal status has wilted along with your marital prospects. ” “ Alright, alright — easy. ” “ Our little family reunion would cause hellfire to devour us all. ” “ Compelling NOLA’s finest, I see. ” “ If you’ve got a point, ______, spit it out. ” “ I’m just making sure you’re not poised to do something we’ll all regret. ” “ You seem to forget that my other siblings carry this curse. ” “ Well, then, I suggest you take all of this as an incentive. ” “ Your brother has got a very interesting approach to motivational speaking. ” “ Yeah, if he keeps messing with me, I’m going to show him a bad mood. ” “ Her future isn’t written in stone. ” “ So, you drove all this way to bring me beignets? ” “ You know, I could be wrong, but I think this is the part where you invite me in. ” “ Have you considered this might be a trap? ” “ I can’t help you if you don’t let me. ” “ If your assistance requires psychological evaluation, let me make this easier for you: psychopath on a mission; no time for chit-chat. ” “ Be a dick to everyone else, but watch your tone with me. ” “ This is exactly why I didn’t want to tell you. ” “ I’m coming at it from a different angle. ” “ And the fact that it's never been done in the history of witchcraft isn’t going to deter you? ” “ Well, you know, technically you can’t waste time if you’re immortal. ” “ And here I thought we were friends. ” “ Oh, wow, a hostage situation. How creative. ” “ You might call it that. I call it gentle encouragement. ” “ Did I do it justice? ” “ Are you 100% sure no one in your ranks did this? ” “ Truth be told, none of ya’ll are missed. ” “ Over and over, it’s the exact same story. ” “ You’re letting rage drown reason. ” “ It’s healing faster than I’m bleeding. ” “ There’s something you’re not telling me. ” “ Look, I’ve only seen your face three times in my entire life. ” “ Fangs that will shut you up permanently in less than six seconds if you don’t fall in line. ” “ I used to hear all kinds of wild tales about _________. I could never figure out what was fact and what was fiction. ” “ That’s before my time. I don’t judge. ” “ Well, how’d you get over that? ” “ They won’t remember a thing. ” “ You think I should be weak, just give in to my enemy… ” “ Don’t presume to lecture me. ” “ I am trying to talk you out of making the biggest mistake of your life. ” “ You can’t let it cloud your judgement. ” “ What’s in the box? ” “ Just let me help. ” “ Said the guy whose last words will be ‘oops’. ” “ Where the hell were you? ” “ You can take care of that mess. ” “ So I’m like, cursed? ” “ How can anyone prepare for that? ” “ You aren’t just anyone, ______. ” “ Are you ready to talk now? ” “ They were always threatened by the freaks and the crossbreeds like us. ” “ Yeah, and you’re playing right into that game. ’ “ Personally, I’d like a front row seat for this one. ” “ And I have to admit… you’re right. ” “ But as I said, I made a mistake. ” “ Is it just me or is this room starting to get a reputation? ” “ Oh, I’m terrified, but I’m kind of a risk-taker. ” “ I’m sorry… for exploding like that. ” “ I knew you weren’t gonna stay down for too long. ” “ You must be out of your mind, ______. ” “ All you know how to do is use and abuse. ” “ You made it back to the top of the food chain. ”

[ruebourbon]

“ You know where you’re going, hun? ” “ I need food. ” “ Is there a problem? ” “ What is that? ” “ Okay, um, you look like you could use some help. ” “ It’s okay. There’s nothing to fear. ” “ Not big on audiences. ” “ What the hell do you want from me? ” “ Whatever game you’re playing, I’m not interested. ” “ Please, I need you to help me. ” “ The long and short of it -- uh, you died, but so did I. ” “ You’ve never heard of vampires? ” “ Do I look like folklore to you? ” “ It’s a small price to pay for all of our gifts, don’t you think? ” “ I was forced to feed. ” “ It used to be noise. Now it’s music. ” “ I have a name, too, you know. ” “ This is where you’ve been living? ” “ Oh, you are in for a treat. ” “ I prefer to avoid the struggle. ” “ You’re an amnesiac with zero life experience. ” “ I mean, I’d just take you some place nice… I promise to get you home by midnight. ” “ If you prefer debauchery, we can do that. ” “ Well, now I’m intrigued. ” “ I’m just gonna get another shot. ” “ What happened? You disappeared. ” “ Did I do something wrong? ” “ I appreciated the gesture. ” “ I had no idea. You seem so happy. ” “ The family that turned me had all these rules about how to be a vampire. ” “ I couldn’t embrace what I’d become. ” “ What if I never remember? ” “ My death was brutal. ” “ I’ve never tasted that fear. ” “ Was it worth it? ” “ Put your fingers on mine. ” “ We’re being watched. ” “ Who are you? ” “ You need to leave this city. ” “ We have to go after him. ” “ This man knows who I am. ” “ Don’t let me do this on my own. ” “ This road of yours… it’s dangerous. ” “ It was nice sharing New York City with you. ” “ Even without memories, you are still a pain in my ass. ” “ Tell me why you wrote it. ” “ You did this for someone. ” “ Did you learn anything about… who you are? ” “ Only that obsessing about my past… it brings me nothing but misery and torment. ” “ Can you forgive me? ” “ There’s nothing to forgive. ” “ Seven years ago, I walked into this bar. ” “ Whoever I am now, I want you. If you’ll have me. ” “ Looking for this? ” “ Do you know who I am? ” “ I suppose I should be thanking you. ” “ I’m afraid your services are no longer required. ” “ What happened to the champagne? ” “ What’s going on? ” “ When I came here, I tried to force myself to forget you… ” “ It seems that your past has caught up with you. ” “ You may not remember yourself or your family, but we need your help. ” “ This is not a request. You will return with me, willingly or otherwise. ” “ We made a vow. ” “ You’re talking about someone else’s life. ” “ You think I’m just going to stand by and watch as you destroy everything I’ve built here? ” “ You have no idea the risk I’m taking simply by being here. ” “ There are consequences to us being together, don’t you see? ” “ Your reasons don’t matter to me. ” “ Even in your addled state, that name must mean something to you. ” “ Unless you’d like me to return the favor, love, I’d suggest you run along. ” “ Everyone you love needs you now. ” “ I don’t have all the memories, but I know all about you… ” “ I mean, I can’t even imagine a more miserable existence. ” “ That’s not me. That’s not who I am. ” “ I love this life. I love it all. ” “ You… were not unhappy. ” “ We had glorious times together. And we will have more of them still. ” “ You need to grab your suitcase. ” “ You knew about me. ” “ How long have you been taking vervain? ” “ I knew exactly who you were. ” “ What if I told you something that put you in danger? ” “ I’m sorry that I lied. ” “ Mikaelsons are nothing but chaos and bloodshed. ” “ But that’s not who you are. It’s not who you’ve become. ” “ We choose who we are. ” “ I watched the light vanish from his eyes. ” “ He’s gone. ” “ He’s leaving and he’s not coming back. ” “ That was another lifetime. ” “ I can’t imagine loving anyone the way I love you. ” “ So, weren’t we going to get some champagne? ” “ If I do this, I want you to know that I’m all in. ” “ I’m leaving my past in the ashes. ”

[ruebourbon]

“ Get out! ” “ The years have been kind to you. ” “ Well, you know, sunblock, the love of a good woman, and literal witchcraft. ” “ Yeah, well, you’re to blame this time. ” “ No story that begins with water turning to blood has ever ended in triumph. ” “ The Crescent City — she gives and gives, but hell if it doesn’t hurt when she takes. ” “ What about justice? ” “ We’re all just a little on edge at the smell of blood. ” “ I don’t like her tone. ” “ What have you heard? ” “ Crashing a funeral - my favorite way to spend a Friday night. ” “ It’s good to see you too. ” “ What do you need from me? ” “ Americano with extra remorse? ” “ And, after she reads your palm, maybe she’ll let you palm her. ” “ I’m gonna miss you when you’re gone. ” “ You’re at my house. ” “ Uhm, how do you know where I live? ” “ You know I’m a vampire, right? ” “ I can’t sleep. ” “ Look, I have to get dress; I have somewhere to be. ” “ Where are you going? It’s barely even dawn. ” “ So, what is your secret, ______? ” “ They’ve got me all wrong, you know? ” “ You know, for a gent with a missing paramour, you’re awfully chipper. ” “ You might avoid sneaking up on a bloke with a blade in his hand. ” “ If you don’t cooperate, _____, ‘round the eyes’ is where I’m gonna start carving off pieces of you. ” “ Where the hell were you? ” “ You’re not even gonna look at me? ” “ We’re too close. ” “ We’re not lookin’ for trouble. We’re here for answers. ” “ Well, feel free to put a tariff on my tea. ” “ I don’t believe in looking further than one ought to. ” “ So, what I’m lookin’ for is some kinda guidance. ” “ A little good news would go a long way. ” “ I’m early. ” “ You’re early. ” “ We were friends once, ______. ” “ This is the only way I know how to protect you. ” “ You can come in. ” “ You weren’t scared someone would catch you sniffing around? ” “ This is like a house of horrors. ” “ Look, I can keep a secret. I’ve got plenty of my own. ” “ Just please don’t ask me anymore questions. ” “ Who are you protecting? ” “ It must have been so lonely, keeping your life a secret all this time. ” “ Please, tell me it isn’t true. ” “ This is where you were gonna take me on a first date, isn’t it? ” “ Do you have any idea what you’ve done? ” “ I know you feel that. ” “ The dark magic inside us manifests itself in ugly ways. ” “ This is not a debate, _______! ” “ I just didn’t realize how much this city suffocated me until I left. ” “ It’s time we get to breathe. ” “ So you’ve studied my old tricks. ” “ Get out of my head! ” “ I know some tricks, too. ” “ You were gone; I was here. ” “ You called, you wrote letters, then you stopped ––– why? ” “ Sorry I interrupted your murder orgy. ” “ You don’t know what’s good for me. ” “ Well, welcome to the bloody party! ” “ I was protecting you when I left. ” “ I waited for you for years. ” “ In my experience, fathers cause pain. ” “ Perhaps I was always bound to leave you broken. ” “ You really think I’m broken? ” “ Not the best time for a visit, but I’ll take what I can get. ” “ I never meant for any of this to happen. ” “ I know you came to me for reassurance. ” “ I’ve heard a hundred different versions of this story. ” “ Oh, honey, you can’t put that kind of pressure on yourself. ” “ My family sacrificed everything to save me. ” “ You are worth every sacrifice. ” “ Show me anybody who says otherwise, I’ll eat ‘em. ” “ No, this hug isn’t for you. It’s for me. I kinda needed it. ” “ I know you did this because I left you with no choice. ” “ I need to know you’re safe. ” “ I need you to leave. ” “ Okay, we’re not doing this again. ” “ I can’t be the reason your whole life is on hold. ” “ I have loved you through everything. ” “ I can’t love you and my family at the same time. ” “ You did the right thing. ” “ Tonight, justice was served. ”

[ruebourbon]

“ In all my travels, France never disappoints. ” “ You must have heard of me… ” “ Do spread the word. ” “ Hey, you have the money? ” “ I’m not gonna ask where you got this. ” “ You sure about this, _______? ” “ Do me a favor? Be discreet. ” “ I just want you to know –––—- there’s nothing you could have done. ” “ If these don’t prep your livers for Mardis Gras, then nothing will. ” “ My liver was probably dead before I became a vampire, but thanks. ” “ Let me remind you: moments of prosperity are invariably followed by times of great pain unless we remain vigilant. ” “ Thank you, Mr. Buzzkill. ” “ Maybe we should offer them some sort of incentive. ” “ Is this a negotiation, _______? ” “ Oh come on, we don’t know if those rumors are true. ” “ Oh my god, I swear, if you don’t marry that guy, I will. ” “ You going somewhere? ” “ I’m not a person things go right for. ” “ You’re a hybrid now. ” “ I don’t think you’ve thought this through, ______. ” “ You and I aren’t even friends. ” “ I want to kiss you so bad. ” “ I’ll do you a deal. ” “ It’ll be worth it. Trust me. ” “ I remember that. ” “ And I said I would never marry a man who couldn’t best me. ” “ I want us side-by-side. ” “ An old favorite. Try as I might, I can’t resist a familiar refrain. ” “ I have a bit of a temper. ” “ And most people wouldn’t look so disappointed about that observation. ” “ You work just to take care of your family, then you don’t have any time to spend with them. ” “ There were some issues. ” “ This all sounds like a recipe for regret, ” “ You didn’t say ‘yes’. ” “ I didn’t say ‘no’, ” “ I see you texting your little minion, _______. ” “ Is that blood? ” “ Don’t overreact. ” “ Do I have any requests? ” “ I never dared before. ” “ Can you just yell at me already? ” “ Why? Why did you do it? ” “ What could you have possibly needed the money for? ” “ That’s my business. ” “ You are not just anybody, _____. ” “ You have no idea what you’ve done. ” “ Okay, so what did you say? ” “ So, is there anything else you feel like sharing? ” “ I didn’t realize it was you. ” “ So, you stand me up and beat the crap out of me. ” “ You can’t break up with me. ” “ Meet me later. ” “ Darling, you can’t get your knickers in a know every time you have a little kerfuffle. ” “ That’s me. Your friendly, neighborhood blood-dealer. ” “ I’m sure you’ve noticed by now that the best people are black sheep. ” “ Some crisis or other always brings us back. ” “ We can limit the damage if we just work together. ” “ You can trust me. I swear. ” “ I don’t want to hear it. ” “ We are either all in or we’re done. The choice is yours. ” “ I should let you live to tell of this, but I seem to be on a bit of a roll. ” “ Why don’t you pick on someone your own size? ” “ Hello, love. ” “ Trying to break your own record? ” “ Why are you here, ______? ” “ High praise, indeed. ” “ Care to explain why you’re methodically picking off all the members of one family? ” “ This spree you’re on, it isn’t random. ” “ I am not digging the vibe in here. ” “ You should go because I have absolutely no idea how this is going to end up and I think at least one of us should have a shot at happiness. ” “ Going somewhere? ” “ I don’t judge you; I judge your actions. ” “ I… I made a mistake. ” “ But for now, stay here. ” “ Peace is complicated. ” “ Revenge isn’t justice. ” “ I’m not a threat to anyone. ” “ You may have started out playing crazy to make your enemies fear you, but now I’m not so sure you’re pretending. ” “ She’s better off without me. ” “ Newsflash: the guy’s dead. ” “ I happen to think you’re someone worth knowing. ” “ I’m a coward and a hypocrite. ” “ I suppose I’m always running away. ” “ Well, sometimes it’s good to make a fresh start. ” “ Is it odd to have strangers confide in you? ” “ I guess I just have that kind of face. ” “ I think it’s a nice face. ” “ Hey, jailbird. ” “ The tricky thing about tipping points is you can only define them in retrospect. ” “ And so we blindly stumble forward never sure how close we are to the edge. ” “ I’m on my way. ”