The major Hidden Clans bound the Gods, used them, and made sure the blessings went only to those who served their interests.
That meant someone like Selene or Ellyn—sub-vampires, half-bloods, or "impure" in their eyes—would never be allowed near divine energy.
Even if they somehow were, they'd refuse.
Because divine purification would erase the contamination, and with it, their vampiric powers.
As expected, Ellyn crossed her arms and said calmly, "No need for that. I can tell you're from one of the big Families, Calliope. I appreciate the offer, really. But we don't need help from your God."
Selene nodded quietly beside her.
Ellyn continued, "If things ever get bad, we'll ask one of our True Vampire seniors to help us Ascend. That'll erase the contamination just fine."
Calliope frowned for the first time since we returned.
Ascend.
That meant taking in more of the Blood Moon's power.
