A/N: And time skip. We're jumping ahead five years. Things get interesting.


Being hungry for a vampire wasn't a normal hunger. It was like breathing, a necessity. They were always hungry. It wasn't a long needed hunger but a slow throbbing ache that would only grow over time. You could go a few days between feeding when it wasn't bad, sometimes you could really stretch it to a month with self control, but the hunger would only grow. It was like a dull ache that would only expand. You'd feel it in your teeth, the need to sink them into something, you'd grow sluggish, your head would hurt with a headache not that those were really a thing for vampires. You'd feel the air thicken around you, could even feel the pulse of everyone near you. It was dreadful the longer you waited. Jade West was no stranger to the pain. She welcomed it as a challenge, but tonight she was hungry. More than hungry, she was starving and she was going to feed.

In the past five years Jade West had been through a lot. Most importantly becoming a vampire. She wasn't new to being one, or she was technically new in terms of vampires. She had been a vampire for just over a year and was still getting accustomed to it. Thankfully being a writer, she really didn't need to interact with people too often in person and when she did she usually made sure the meetings happened at night. She had been living in Pennsylvania at school but had recently decided it was time for a change. So she decided to come home, to Los Angeles. Her family had moved a while ago so Jade had to settle for an apartment, paid for in cash. Blacked out windows, no exterior lighting. It was perfect for Jade, vampire need withstanding.

Being a vampire made writing easy. No need to sleep. No need to eat. Well relatively no need. She was able to write almost exclusively. Which was why she had published and sold two screenplays, one stageplay and was hard at work on a second, and was currently editing her first manuscript for a novel. Most importantly it gave her plenty of time to think. Most thoughts led her back to her time in LA. She still wasn't sure why she had decided to come back. She had been deep in thought after her first week back when she felt the hunger. She had been neglecting her need to feed while she had been hard at work editing. She had decided to take a break after a two day bender and suddenly felt her head explode in pain when she stood up. Her eyes throbbed and everything pulsed around her. She hadn't really eaten for over a week and was feeling it. She stumbled across her apartment and caught herself on the wall. She decided it was time to go out. Looking at the clock was enough to convince her it was late at nght and so she got dolled up and headed out. After all she had been stuck on the writing for a while and perhaps a 'distraction' would be enough to keep her busy for the night?

And so that was how Jade found herself perched on top of the rooftop overlooking the alleyway near Hollywood boulevard. She could hear the sound of a girl throwing up beneath her. She must have just come out from the club next door after needing some air. Jade could feel her heart beat in her ears. She wouldn't be a filling meal, after all drunk girls were never much for a taste. And too often they passed out if you drank too much. Plus they were never any good in bed and that was the last thing Jade wanted to deal with. 'Maybe just a bite?' She thought to herself and dropped down landing silently next to her. "Here let me hold your hair." Jade walked up behind her and gently pulled her hair back behind her head. The girl heaved some more, rum, beer, and gin by the smell of it. Jade grimaced. She hated people who mixed alcohol.

The girl stood up wiping her mouth. "Th- Thanks." She said swaying a bit. Jade helped her up straight leaning her up against the wall just to the left of her puke. "I shouldn't have drank so much."

"It's no problem. I saw you sick over here and figured you'd need a hand. You should probably call an Uber or something and go home." Jade said cupping her face.

"My friends are inside." She hiccuped clearly still messed up. "I should go..." She said trying to stumble away.

Jade caught her leaning her back against the wall. "Hey. You need to go home. You're not doing well and they'll understand. Give me your phone and I'll order you a ride."

The girl only nodded and handed Jade her phone. Jade flipped it around seeing no passcode. She rolled her eyes. She opened up the rideshare app and ordered her a ride. Thankfully the girl had already plugged in her home address. The app said it would take five minutes for the car to arrive. Plenty of time for Jade to get in a snack. She looked at the girl finally. She wasn't half bad looking. A cute blonde with red streaks in her hair. She was rocking a cute little cocktail dress that she definitely had nothing on underneath. Too bad she got so drunk otherwise that might have been a good strategy. Jade handed her the phone back. She gripped the girl's chin forcing her to look into her eyes. She watched the girl's gaze sway a bit, Jade always loved this part. When they tried to fight against her control. They always lost, but it was that brief moment of hope that gave Jade the excitement. The girl's eyes drooped and then snapped to attention locked onto Jade's gaze, a glossy far away look in her eyes. "Now you're under my control. First off, add a passcode to your phone so people can't just steal it. Second, stop mixing alcohol you're not some stupid dopey eyed college girl who had never drank before. And third have some respect for yourself. Make someone work to get into your pants. When I put you in the ride share, go home, drink a glass of water, and then set one beside your bed for the morning, then go to sleep on your side. And all you'll remember is the beautiful girl who helped you get home safe and nothing else. Nod if you understand." The girl nodded her head wobbling a bit. "Good."

Jade brushed her hair aside revealing her tanned neck. She could see her target and licked her lips. In a split second Jade dived in sinking her teeth into the soft flesh. She was instantly met with the warm delicious taste of fresh blood filling her mouth. The girl moaned slightly as the trance began to wear off, not that Jade was worried, after all for her victims it felt as if a wave of pleasure was washing through them once she bit in. Jade only suckled for a moment or two before she heard the girl's phone chime. Her ride must've been there. Jade pulled back licking the wound and watching it heal to two small dots. They would heal in a day or two anyways. Jade licked her lips clean. She snarled. Drunk blood was just a bit too bitter but she needed to curb the edge. She was sure she could find a full meal later, but this would at least cover her ache.

She led the girl carefully to the curb where the car waited. She loaded her into the back and shut the door turning to the driver. It only took a smile and he locked eyes and fell into a trance. Jade ordered him to drive her home and not take any rides or make any moves, before releasing him. He seemed nice enough, but men always did, and it was better to be safe than sorry. Jade backed away and the car took off. She looked up across the street and noticed a strip club, the Red Door. Jade raised an eyebrow. If there was one thing she could always enjoy, it was a strip club. After all, easy men, women who appreciated a woman's eye, and best of all, easy blood supply. It wasn't ideal, but beggars can't be choosers. Jade crossed the street and headed straight in.

The Red Door was a rather nice strip club compared to others that Jade had been to. They seemed to cater to a higher degree of clientele. There were no drunk men rolling around, no cigarette smoke wafting in the air, the girl's walking around were even dressed a bit more modestly. That wasn't to say that Jade didn't see plenty of skin to go around, but at least they all had on underwear that was more than just a thong. She even noticed that there were a handful of women across the room who seemed to be patrons. That was usually a good sign. If the women were coming, that means it had quality girls. Jade walked over to a small corner booth and took a seat. The room was dimly lit but for her that wasn't a problem. She took in her surroundings getting a lay of the land. Of course there were groups of business men there on 'buisiness' when they should've been home with their families. There seemed to be a few girls who were 'curious', at least that's what they told themselves, easy picking for Jade if she wanted. The miscellaneous riff riff who stumbled in after a few drinks for a show. She looked up at the girl on the stage. A cute petite girl. Not really Jade's type but the audience seemed to enjoy her. Her song finished and she gathered up her bills as the acts changed.

A waitress came over sitting down next to Jade and leaning against her shoulder. Jade took notice. She was rather busty and was still wearing her top which only helped to accentuate her chest. Black leather heels, black underpants, and a tight black bra, she was definitely not a performer but knew how to get a big tip out of the tables she waited on. With her garment Jade was surprised she wasn't touting a whip on her side. "What can I get for someone as sexy as yourself?" She cooed in what was definitely a fake voice.

Jade rolled her eyes. "Alright Candy. You can drop the act with me. You'll already get a good tip as long as you don't try your little 'fuck me Daddy' act."

The girl straightened up a bit clearly taken aback by the forwardness of Jade's words. She sat up a bit no longer leaning against Jade. "Oh. Um sorry about that. You know how it is I guess." She was clearly uncomfortable. Jade nudged her side playfully which caused her to relax. "It's Cleo by the way not Candy."

"Well Cleo. I like you much better when you're not being fake with me. You can get me a scotch neat to start with."

Cleo leaned in and straightened Jade's jacket by the lapels. Jade raised an eyebrow a bit taken aback by the motion. She had chosen a pair of tight black jeans and some black boots to match her jacket. She shoved on a dark red shirt underneath just to add some contrast and make Jade's pale skin pop with some color. "I'll get you that right now. But only if when I get back you tell me how a girl like you ends up in a place like this." Cleo got up and gave her ass some sway as she headed for the bar. Jade smiled to herself. Perhaps maybe she would end up leaving here with more than just a meal. And a very cute one at that.

By the time Cleo came back with the drink Jade had taken off her jacket revealing her pale shoulders. She chose the sleeveless shirt for a reason. She was a bit toned which definitely attracted an eye when she wanted it to. Cleo sat down and ran a hand down Jade's arm marveling at the definition. "Why'd you take the jacket off if you're cold?"

"I'm not cold." Jade said flatly taking a sip of her drink. 'Hmm. Top shelf. This girl is good.' Jade mused to herself. While the alcohol wouldn't affect her or do anything, she could still taste, and every so often to keep up the allusion she would. It would just take a while to get it truly out of her system, because while humans it was easy, with vampires if you ate or drank, it was in you for days.

"Could've fooled me. So how'd you end up here at my table." Cleo said leaning on the table to corner Jade.

"Simple. I was hungry and found the nearest supply of food. Can't complain if it happened to look as good as yourself though." Jade said smiling just enough to show a bit of her white teeth.

"Next up. Miss Sally Peaches!" A voice came over the intercom. A song that was familiar started to play and Jade crossed her eyes. 'Sally Peaches' she knew that name. She picked up her cup and took a sip of her drink. She turned her attention to the stage as a spotlight came up. Jade across the room spit out her drink in shock.

Up on the stage in an unmistakable red lace thong and bra was none other than Tori Vega. She was definitely older now and far hotter, Jade had to admit. She had shaved part of her hair and was rocking an almost alternative punk look. Her legs were toned to perfection. That alone made Jade's mouth water, at least until she wrapped a leg around the sliver pole on the stage and spun around giving Jade a good view of her ass. Tori had been going to the gym that was for sure. Jade was so distracted the she didn't even realize Cleo had been rubbing her leg for a solid minute. She was saying something. Jade turned her head paying attention, one eye still turned to the stage. "So you like Sally? She's one of the favorites in here."

"Sally huh? I know her as Vega." Jade mused.

Cleo's eyes went wide and she crossed her arms over her chest. "Look are you a stalker or something. I'll get sec-"

"It's nothing like that. We used to go to school together." Jade looked up at the stage to see a now very naked Tori spinning around the pole. It was almost hypnotic, and Jade would know. "It's funny but I gave her the nickname Miss Sweet Sally Peaches."

"Must've meant a lot to her. Want me to let her know you're here?" Cleo asked clearly embarrassed and a bit disheartened.

"I've got a better idea. How much for the longest dance possible with her?" Jade said fishing out a thick money clip.

"Are you sure? It's one hundred and fifty for a thirty minute dance. But I feel like it would be-"

"Perfect. I'll take one of those." Jade counted out the amount and handed her over the cash. "There's an extra fifty in there as a tip for you so don't ruin the surprise."

Cleo's eyes went wide. "You didn't have to do that. But if you'll follow me I'll lead you to a room where you can wait for her to finish her set." She stood up holding a hand out to Jade.

Jade stood up and grabbed her jacket sliding it on. She took Cleo's hand and followed her towards the back of the club. She glanced at Tori who was twerking on the stage and licked her lips. Oh the revenge would be too great. After all these years Jade could have her revenge for Tori saying no to her.

Cleo led her through a curtain to a hallway filled with doors. She stopped at the door labeled four and opened it. Jade walked inside the smaller room and climbed onto the bed. She was no stranger to the setup. A small bed in the room just large enough for a dance. She looked around noticing a small red button but no camera for security. "Is there anything else I can help you with?" Cleo asked a blush on her cheeks.

"You don't dance do you?" Jade asked curtly.

"M-Me. No I don't."

Jade leaned forward propping herself up on her elbows. "What time do you get off? I'd love to buy you a drink." After all Jade was still hungry and this girl was more than willing.

"Umm. Not until three when we close." She said a squeak in her voice.

"Then I'll be waiting outside for you then." Jade smirked.

Cleo blushed deep red and only nodded before scampering off. Like cat and mouse, Jade always got her prey trapped right where she wanted them. And now she had bigger prey to catch. One by the name of Miss Sweet Sally Peaches.