[ The bite itself. That means it's going to feel good, which means it'll feel good to Vex, which means he'll want it even more, and this just straight up should not bother Rafa as much as it does. The thought of other teeth piercing that neck, his neck…

He doesn't own Vex. He has to keep that in mind. And he loves Axel, anyway. Axel is a genuine friend, who wouldn’t do this out of malice. Remembering that does nothing to change how much Rafa hates the thought of them doing this. He has to stop thinking about it. ]

There will always be something they need. Besides, Shane and I can feed from animals, but he does not share my control when it comes to humans. Donated blood is safer. I have to try.

[ That's a safer topic, too, and helps to banish thoughts of Vex from his head. That's better. ]