[She smiles at him ferally, fangs still showing as she finishes another bite of her croissant.]

Don't ask questions you don't want answers to, Duke. It won't end well for--

[She cuts herself off, looking at Brownie again, still swishing her tail and waiting for attention. She does not see any other animals.

Anger flares in her eyes as she drops her food, both croissant and blood bag in favor of a hand shooting out with the intent of grabbing Duke by the throat.]

Where the hell is Duchess? Did you leave her alone in your cabin? Are you kidding me?