Mmm, more like Terran cats with bat wings. But they do need blood. I have one of my own, her name's Carmilla.

[well, there's something to be said for enthusiasm? better someone who is enthusiastic instead of someone dragged into this scenario?]

There's always a market for any of those skills. People get sick, people die, people are murdered. It doesn't matter where or when you're from, those careers will always be in demand.

[wooooow, she feels like her mother. "choose something practical," fully expecting Tinya to follow her into politics]

I'm glad. Helping people is a worthy goal.