Learning Curve is a short story first published in the anthology Evolve: Vampire Stories of the New Undead and reprinted in Led Astray. It is narrated by Zoe Takano.
Plot[]
Zoe has been stalked by an inept teenage vampire hunter for the last two weeks. She leads the girl on a merry chase, intentionally choosing routes that might help the girl learn some strategy and skills. When they finally come face-to-face, Zoe offers some direct advice before cheerfully heading off.
Characters[]
- Zoe Takano
- Rudy
- Unnamed vampire hunter wannabe, a fire half-demon
Continuity[]
- Cassandra notices Zoe's stolen antique sake bottle in Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word