Cooper has always had ambitions within the nest. Being a possible candidate has been a huge step for him. It's given him a chance to stretch his political skills as he hobnobs with vampires of all ages and skills.

He finally begins to understand what Nancy is saying. A cold lump forms in the pit of his stomach. "What? Nancy, are you--" He swallows, eyes sad as he reaches out to take her hand. "--are you tryin' t'break up with me?"

He knew what her job meant. He'd known that from day one. While it had gotten them in trouble before, he thought they were past that point. To think that her profession could affect the outcome of an election where his opponents operated a strip club and were a Borgia was something that hasn't even crossed his mind.