Vlad's peace initiative hangs in the balance but with a lot of help from Jonno, Bertrand and Erin they manage to persuade all the lawless ferals, including tough Ryan and the charismatic new boy Malik to turn up to SCRAP school at Garside. The school will help them wean off biting and onto a breather friendly alternative - soya blood. A victory as far as Vlad is concerned until the Count bowls a googly: To win favour with the High Council and the ancient vampire clans, Vlad must marry Adze, Ramanga's daughter.