[banging]

-You're getting sloppy.

-Vlad!

Where have you been?

-Not important.

We've got a full night's work to do.

-Hold on.

You should let the Count know you're back.

-Later.

When I rule the vampire clans, I'm going to need an edge.

I need to know their histories, their traditions, and most

importantly, their dark secrets.

-But the Praedictum Impaver is blank.

Without that wisdom, how are you going to lead them?

-My darker side's part of me now.

My powers are honed, and I'm ready to rule.

I write my own destiny.

-And how do you see that?

Still think humans and vampires can live in harmony?

-(CHUCKLING) Don't worry, I've seen the light.

Of all the clans, the Baraque worry me the most.

They're highly respected and hold great influence.

If they go against me.

We have to maintain order.

RENFIELD: They do have a weakness.

During the East Blood War, they secretly betrayed their allies

in return for leverage in the new co--

THE COUNT: Renfield!

Where's my fang floss?

You're back!

Why wasn't I informed?

-We've been busy.

THE COUNT: I've been worried.

I'm sure if my heart wasn't as unforgiving as tempered steel,

there would be a tear in my eye.

-No need to worry.

I'm fine.

-Tell me all about your adventures.

I insist Renfield prepare something edible!

-Sorry, dad.

But I want to do some work with Bertrand before school.

-Surely, you're not going to bother with school?

-Well, it's important to keep up pretense.

-W-well, well, let me help.

What are you doing?

-We're studying vampire clans.

-Excellent!

I could tell you some wonderful stories.

I don't want stories.

I want facts, and Bertrand knows those.

-Right.

I'll leave you to it, then.

[door slams]

-Let's go.

ERIN: First up, double maths.

INGRID: You really have to learn to take

challenges in your stride.

I could teach you some coping mechanisms, if you like?

-Ingrid, he's back!

-When did you get here?

-Last night.

-And you didn't think to come and see me?

VLAD: It's been hectic.

-Vlad.

-Wha-- you don't do hugs.

-I've changed.

-Apparently.

-When you left me to burn in the sunlight, I hit rock bottom.

In therapy, I realized that I have

to be satisfied with who I am and not envy other people.

I think you're going to make a great leader.

-I've only been gone a week, right?

Slayer.

-Who's that?

-Jonathan Van Helsing.

He's from a family of pathetic slayers--

or was-- until Vlad mind wiped him to forget all

about the existence of vampires.

-And has it worn off?

INGRID: Vlad's about to find out.

[class bell ringing]

-Hi.

-Vlad!

JONATHAN VAN HELSING: This is mad!

You go to this school?

I don't believe this.

-So what are you doing here?

-Uh, my mom landed a job with the local Education Authority.

She had to see Miss McCauley.

Seen as we're relocating, I thought

I'd check out the sixth form.

-Hm, total coincidence then.

-Total.

Why did you leave Stokely in such a rush?

I mean, one minute you was there, and the next--

-[inaudible] dad.

You remember what he was like, don't you?

-Who could forget?

Bonkers!

-Mm.

JONATHAN VAN HELSING: Good laugh, though.

-That's him.

-Oh, oh-- a bit awkward.

-Why awkward?

[sigh]

-Same old Ingrid, still in denial.

Look, I'm putting up my hands.

I shouldn't have talked to you the way I did.

-Had a good look around?

-Uh, yeah.

-Your mom's waiting for you in my office.

-Great.

Catch you later.

-Why does that insect think we were an item?

-I always thought you'd make a great couple.

-Curse those Van Helsings!

There's only one way to deal with slayers!

-Wipe them out.

-Ah!

-I agree, but it could be a trick.

There could be an advanced guard spying

on us for the Slayers Guild.

-And how do we find that out?

-Test if their mind wipes are still intact.

-Well, there's definitely something wrong with Jonno's.

I'd never have that creep as a boyfriend.

BERTRAND: It's common for victims of mind wipes

to make up memories-- helps fill the gaps.

[knock on door]

-If the Van Helsings were coming to slay us,

I don't think they'd knock first.

Do you?

-Well, no.

Enter.

-Morning.

Here's an old friend of yours.

-I couldn't believe it when Jonno told me.

Mr. Count!

I'm flattered.

VLAD: Hi. MINA VAN HELSING: And Ingrid.

INGRID: Hello.

MINA VAN HELSING: Oh, it's so lovely to see you all.

VLAD: Yeah, yeah.

- So, governor of a school.

I always said you should work with children.

THE COUNT: How very kind.

You're looking lovely, as always.

-(LAUGHING): He's still a charmer.

-That hasn't changed.

-So, how's that husband of yours?

-I'm afraid Eric was killed in an accident.

-Really?

How--

---tragic.

-Yes, of course, tragic.

-Those memories of us all back in Stokely, you know,

they really kept us going.

You know, the line dancing and the Valentine's party.

The time I came and stayed with you for the weekend.

-Good times.

-Do you know, they really were.

-Well, we should be getting on.

-Uh, what exactly are you doing today?

-I'll be in Miss McCauley's office,

working through initiatives that affect the school.

-Excellent.

-Perhaps see you all later.

VLAD: Yeah.

Bye.

-Well, she didn't come to stay for the weekend!

I had her chained up in a dungeon!

-She was totally at ease with us.

Her heart didn't miss a beat.

-But they still need to be tested.

I need you to go along with Jonno's imaginary romance.

Use your time together to put his mind wipe under pressure.

Make sure he's not faking it.

-If that's what you want.

-It is.

-I'll do it.

Cross my cold, dead heart.

I'm a team player now.

-Mm.

-And dad--

-Mm?

-Stay away from Mina.

I know what a weakness you have for the necks

of beautiful women, but it's vital you

all do exactly what I say.

Do you understand?

RENFIELD AND INGRID: Yes.

-Didn't hear you, dad.

-Yes, Vlad, I understand.

-Thank you.

-How did it go?

-They think we're harmless.

-Big mistake.

[growling]

MINA VAN HELSING: Four versus two.

Doesn't seem fair?

-Ugh, the way the Count looks at me

makes me want to drive a stake into his heart.

-It's just one day.

Once I've got the layout of the Draculas' quarters

and you've worked out the size of the nest in the school,

we're out of here.

-Please be careful.

I lost your dad to vampires.

I don't want to lose you, too.

-Don't fuss.

-They'll try and test your mind wipe

if you see any vampire stuff.

-I know what to do.

I'm a trained slayer at the top of my game.

JONATHAN VAN HELSING: I remembered how much

you liked little, fluffy bunnies.

-What a good memory you've got.

-Always pretending you're so tough,

when inside, you're just a big old softie.

Miss me?

Of course, you have.

I still get choked when I remember you begging me not

to end it at the castle at Stokely.

-I don't think I actually begged.

-Well, you did-- on your knees.

-Well, I've moved on now.

-You've matured.

We both have.

That's why I want to give us another go.

Why not?

-I see you guys have picked up where you left off.

JONATHAN VAN HELSING: Do you fancy a walk?

It's a lovely day.

-I don't really do this, um--

-You always try to get out.

INGRID: Not anymore.

Pale and interesting, that's me.

JONATHAN VAN HELSING: Hmph, well there

must be somewhere we can hang out.

Why don't you show me where you live?

-Oh, I don't think so.

VLAD: No, good idea.

Maybe seeing some of her old stuff

might bring back some memories.

-Great.

-I'll catch you up.

I won't be a minute.

-If Ingrid's testing Jonno, shouldn't

someone be doing the same to me?

-No.

We're all sorted.

Dad won't be able to resist biting

Mina and I avoid the moffer.

And if she's a slayer, she won't be

able to pass up the opportunity to stake him.

-My dear Mina, I'll be delighted if you'd join me for some tea.

-That would be lovely, Mr. Count.

But I'm afraid I'm far too busy.

-Well, I'm sure you could spare 15

minutes to catch up on old times.

I warn you-- I'm not prepared to take no for an answer.

Great.

INGRID: So, what sticks most in your mind

about the castle in Stokely?

-Um, the laughter.

-No screaming?

Cries of tortured souls in anguish?

-You're weird, sometimes.

-This is me.

-Cool room.

That's a coffin.

Only vamp--

[creaking]

[thud]

[moaning softly]

-Mind wipe working perfectly.

-This is nice.