Secrecy had become my strength. Hiding the truth and keeping things quiet.

"Hello Dr. Carlisle!" the overenthusiastic pediactric nurse greeted me, giggling like a school girl. "I LOVE that tie"

"Thank you Melanie." I glided behind a corner- standing there was Bubba, my supplier.

"You got the goods?" I whispered anxiously, glancing over my shoulder.

He reached into his black coat and pulled out a bag, handing it to me inconspicuously.

"you got the cash mr. C?" I handed him the wad or cash in my pocket.

"I'll see you after your next trip to the bank Bubba." I smiled.

Home in my room I opened the bag. Taking out the bag of blood I drank it straight.

"I love blood banks"