Letter from a retiring colleague

"Inspiring" letter from our friend Vlad

When you are getting weary of work

Greetings, fellow creatures of the night,

As I sit here in my dimly lit crypt, the weight of centuries pressing down upon my weary shoulders, I find myself pondering the unthinkable: retirement. Yes, you heard me right. After countless nights of prowling the shadows, I am ready to hang up my cape and bid farewell to the eternal hunt.

You might wonder why a vampire, blessed (or cursed) with immortality, would ever consider such a drastic change. Allow me to share my musings.

The Burden of Immortality

Living forever sounds like a dream, but the reality is far from it. The endless cycle of nights, the constant hunger, and the solitude that comes with being a creature of the dark can wear down even the most resilient of us. The thrill of the hunt has faded, replaced by a sense of monotony that no amount of fresh blood can cure. Plus, have you ever tried to keep up with the latest trends for centuries? It's exhausting!

The Changing World

The world has changed so much since I first roamed the earth. Technology, social norms, and even the way humans interact have evolved. It's becoming increasingly difficult to blend in, to find a place where I can exist without drawing unwanted attention. The days of hiding in plain sight are over, and the risk of exposure is higher than ever. And don't get me started on the garlic-infused everything – it's like the humans are trying to repel us on purpose!

The Desire for Peace

After centuries of conflict, both internal and external, I crave peace. The constant battle against vampire hunters, rival clans, and my own inner demons has left me exhausted. I long for a quiet existence, where I can reflect on my long life and perhaps find some semblance of tranquility. Maybe I'll take up knitting – I've heard it's quite relaxing.

Painting could be a renewed hobby

The Hope for Redemption

Retirement offers a chance for redemption. To step away from the darkness and perhaps, in some small way, make amends for the lives I've taken and the pain I've caused. It's a chance to find a new purpose, one that doesn't involve the endless cycle of death and rebirth. Who knows, maybe I'll start a blog – "Vlad's Vegan Recipes" has a nice ring to it, don't you think?

The Final Rest

And so, dear readers, I contemplate the twilight of my eternal life. Retirement is not a defeat, but a choice. A choice to embrace the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. To find solace in the shadows and perhaps, finally, rest. Or at least catch up on all those Netflix shows I've missed over the centuries.

Yours in eternal contemplation,

Vlad the Weary

My hairstyle start to look like Vlad's