"Outgrowing," Sylvia repeats, catching on to the key part of his little speech. It's the only thing he says that she hasn't heard before. Yes, there are hunters in Hillingdon, yes, the vampires are targeting them. They need a common strategy, that is clear. But space for the Hillingdon Clan to grow? That's new. "I see. I must thank you for fighting the good fight, of course. With your hunters and my Outreach team, we've managed to contain the worst of the vampires. I would welcome us working more closely together still, perhaps in sharing facilities or equipment. Redbright's doors will always be open to our trusted allies."

It's an invitation. She could use his hunters, could use the extra manpower, and they could use the extra resource and wider network that Redbright can offer. A closer partnership would benefit them both and could be key to defeating Islington.