After the very heart-warming hug we started to walk back to his nest. I was still pretty drunk-happy though of course a little bit less.

He's so nice. I wish I could feel more of him.

And then I thought fuck it I'm drunk anyways, and then my hand found his. He did not look at me, but his hand went stiff but then relaxed.

And we walked back hand in hand, until he escorted me to the car where that not so nice driver was waiting giving me a kiss on the cheek and wishing me good night. He also told me the interviews would be conducted in the next few days and I was required to participate – for obvious reasons.

After another silent road trip home in the company of this lovely man I am finally home. I thank the driver and I don't even remember walking upstairs, and not even falling asleep.

I woke up at noon and went downstairs in serious need of water. No head-ache but so dehydrated. I am in absolute silence, which makes me conclude that the girls are still asleep.

They will probably have such a headache... I thought while drinking a glass of water, which immediately made me feel much better.

*some days later*

After having a few days rest the new semester started. Me and the girls went together to the campus but then usually went different ways since most of our subjects were different. I was happy to be so busy again and see my colleagues and teachers. We had many interesting subjects this semester, I had chosen DNA manipulation and Human Reproduction, and several others that would help me in my investigation.

After the third day of classes I got home at 7m to find Anthony waiting for me beside his car.

"Miss Joana you are invited to join Godric at his nest to help select some candidates" he said opening the car door and gesturing me to go in.

I did not even care about going in and put down my backpack. I just rushed into the car, super excited.

Finally we're going to decide new people to help out in the lab! Yey! And see Godric too! I mean lab stuff Joana, stop it!

Time appears still as we drive to Godric's nest. I am so excited for the interviews! Anthony notices my uneasiness and tries to relax me, he turns on the radio with the corniest song and of course I am rendered to hysterical laugh.

Though we didn't talk much, we were in a way buddies. In a way he was always there for me. Well, for driving and making me laugh I guess. And that was more than most people would do.

Basically, he was nice. Godric should hire more guys like this instead of guys like the one that gave us a ride the other day…

Finally we arrived at the nest. I am welcomed by a vampire I regularly see there but still don't know her name… Bad memory is a bitch. I just smile and walk inside. All vampires in the nest already knew who I was and that I was granted protection by Godric.

I can see several candidates sitting in the couches of the living room. Many look very, and I mean VERY nervous, as if they never saw a vampire before. Isabel was keeping them company and discussing some basic rules of spending time in the nest.

As soon as she sees me she smiles and makes eye contact with me, but soon a young man makes a question and she is brought to reality, breaking eye contact straight away.

I wonder what she wanted to tell me...

I notice the young man, he looks yearly twenties, well built physique, brown short hair, brown eyes and is wearing sports clothes. As if he just left the gym… Nonetheless, the way he spoke indeed indicated that he was very smart. He had an accent, like me, it appeared to be Italian. I can also tell this because he spoke loudly, like me, and with enthusiasm.

He will certainly become good friends if he is Italian! It's like my and Isabel, latins always get super along! He looked very gorgeous actually. Not like Godric, but still very nice.

Godric's office door soon opens and Godric emerges from the room. He meets my gaze and nods. I guess we're on interview-mode-on. Not smiles or kisses I guess. Shame.

Godric greets them and explains that this interview is to be secret and confidential. Not to mention outside this nest or it would lead to severe punishment. One candidate gets up and leaves.

I guess he isn't up for the task. He did look pretty scared of Godric and Isabel. Maybe it's for the best.

We start what would be a long night of interviews.

First one is the Italian one.

Godric and I lead him to the lab downstairs and show him around while we conduct an informal interview. His name is Carlos and indeed he is from Italy, where he was starting his PhD. As soon as he saw the news he decided he had to come and help out, as it could be the topic of his thesis.

He spoke of theories, of possible improvements of the protein for vampires, and several other exciting ideas. He was ready to start, as he had moved to the US as soon as he was called for the interview. Bald move. I like it.

I ended up appreciating him a lot and in my mind was clear that he would be a great addition to the team. Indeed we needed strong, independent, and full of ideas - people and he certainly was one. Not matter how unorthodox his dressing way was. But who was I to judge, actually it was good that someone would break tradition and start coming to work confortable.

During the interview I gave a lot of nods to Godric, indicating that I was into hiring this man. He mentioned nothing nor reacted. I guess we were to decide only at the end.

Then followed two girls that were definitely good in what they did but had no idea and prospects of what could be done in the future.

A few I guess just wanted to give a look around but did not reveal much interest. I swear I don't understand this people. Why did they come if they are not interested?!

But then followed 2 other girls that were a bit older than me, but incredible sweet and intelligent. I was very sure that I would also pick them.

After the interviews Isabel told everyone to leave and that they would be contacted in the following they.

And it was after they left that me, Godric and Isabel sat down to share our opinions and decide on a few people to hire to help out in the lab.

"So Joana what did you think?" Isabel asked me.

I promptly told her my opinion, in particular my great interest in hiring Carlos, as I thought he was the most dynamic one. Godric seemed to be a little uncomfortable while I talked about Carlos. I didn't understand why, since he was the best guy that showed up.

Isabel seemed to agree with me. And Godric nodded in agreement.

In the end we ended up hiring the 3 people I liked, which was great. They would start working tomorrow already. I hope we become like a family. It would be nice if they were nice people to hang around with and make new friends. And of course, to discover many many more things.

That was to find out. Tomorrow.

After our interview Godric escorted me to the car, not even letting me talk to Isabel.

The hell is wrong with him? I questioned myself. However, I was pretty chill and happy about everything, and a bit sleepy. So I just went along with it. I guess Godric had off-days too.

As soon as I arrived home, everyone was asleep. So, I did the same. Bath, and bed. And before falling asleep I still had time to think about my day and wonder how the next one would be.