The next day, the sun rose high in the sky; the bright light fell on the lands of Devon including the old castle that stood tall. As planned the previous day, everyone got ready to hunt in the forest, a recreational activity where the vampires often took part in. Before Madeline had even woken up, clothes had been arranged for her to wear for the day, which would make it easier for hunting. Having been used to long dresses and skirts with layers, she now stood wearing a pant-like skirt which was frilly enough to make it look like a skirt, but there were fewer layers.
The maids helped her in getting ready. Tying her golden blonde hair with small braids at the side which was later tied together to form a bigger braid which now rested on her shoulder.
Madeline stepped out of the room and towards the outside where most of them were standing next to the horses. As she walked down the stairs, Sophie whispered,