Asa opened his eyes, slowly, sluggishly. Even in the darkness, the room seemed too bright. He spent a few moments gathering his foggy thoughts, then quietly slipped out of the bed, careful not to disturb Ishani.

He quietly padded through the thick carpet to his closet, and prepared.

An hour later, he stood before a door, and infused his body with the power of the Blood. Carefully, quietly, he eased the door open, using his heightened hearing to detect sounds of movement within. Hearing nothing, he entered, his enhanced sight piercing the darkness of the room

This is like being a Deputy again.

He approached the sleeping form, and quietly withdrew a stake.