[He laughs quietly, somewhat of a stereotypically evil laugh, but one generally without any real malice or ill-intent. There is a sort of boldness in his voice when he speaks, though.]

That's not to say I haven't eaten. I've simply substituted human blood with sardines. They're extremely nutritious. A superfood, even. That is how I've kept some of my power after abstaining from blood. I would recommend trying them sometime.

[And he is completely serious about everything he said. Absurd as it might sound, there's not a hint of joking in his eyes.]