Firestone Hot Springs Right now, I'm in a state of mind

No worries! :)

Speedy listened while he explained himself further, her golden gaze studying him intently as he spoke. For a second, she wondered if she were dreaming. Had she accidentally fallen asleep on the warm rock she had been resting on? But, no, this was real, and a stranger was standing in front of her, telling her that he needed to bind his soul to her physical body. Um, okay.

Her eyes widened again at the request that she drink his blood. Drink your blood...and then what? Speedy asked, brows drawing together. Was that part of the preparation, or was that the ritual? More importantly--why was she actually considering this? The whole thing was crazy, but once again, she found herself intrigued by the situation, especially since, despite his deranged request, he seemed otherwise sane.