My dearest Eric, it saddens me to know that the last words that I speak to you (for the time being.) will come not from my lips but from a piece of paper.
We have been bonded for over 1000 years and the terms in which we will part will be less than comforting to the both of us, I know that now you cannot understand why it is I have done what I have but please understand that I had to, I did it not to hurt you but to help you as strange and unbelievable as that may sound.
Things were not supposed to go this way, you were not supposed to be here though I'll admit that I was a fool to think that you would not come looking for me. For the pain that you have been caused I am truly sorry.
I can say without any hesitation that mainstreaming was a mistake. The consequences of bringing vampires 'out of the coffin.' shall rain down on Romans head. There is a war coming my son.
You will be faced with many challenges in the next few years, some of which will take a toll on you but you are strong and I have faith that the vampire I raised will stand tall and victorious when the time comes.
I will be by your side although most of the time you will be unable to see me, know that I am there and that soon, I will rise and walk the earth by your side again.
My blood is within you, I am with you always. know that I love you