["We're shy!", proclaims the man, making a pouty expression. The woman sighs again and rolls her eyes, apparently not thinking that even these gullible the humans will buy that. "You really want to know? We thought you otherworlders would be too prejudiced. We thought that everyone here already rallied you against us."]

That's not the case. We didn't even know that you lived here in Nightwake! I think I speak for most of us when I say that a peaceful coexistence with others is our goal.

[The two of them exchange another sly look. "Then, as a sign of your goodwill, surely we may..?" Frieda once more glances at Rinku for confirmation, but gives a tentative half-nod. Another time would definitely be ideal, but she feels that the vampires wouldn't believe that they'll keep their world.]