I find myself rather pleased that his intention failed. If anything, I've gained a lot from the encounter.

[Now she knew about herself, her regeneration, Godric, Vampires. Not to mention all of the new infomation that was coming to her. Vie's hunt for knowledge had only increased since the encounter.

Sabriel's next question earned a slight frown.]

I... am stubborn. As is he. Neither of us would back down, even with the danger.

[It was one of her main flaws. Vie's pride often got the best of her. She was competitive and a life of being forced down only made her want to fight more. If she was told she couldn't do something, Vie would push to prove them wrong. Eric's attitude had been more than enough to get her started.]