“Then first, come to terms with the fact that you’re no longer human, you’re never going to be human, and most importantly, that sets you apart from the ones you’ve been spending time with up until now. Understand? You don’t belong together, or with anyone, really--you’ve become a menace to us. So my second point should be obvious: you attack the humans, you’ll be exterminated. Feed only enough to stay alive, and do it so as to remain unidentified. And do it regularly.”

After the initial flood of words died down, Aidou gaze Kyon a lofty sort of up and down look, the kind only a highborn could possibly give.

“And about the people who already know... I know one is that twin you attacked. No doubt there were witnesses, so either you can’t count, or you’re lying. Who all knows?”