[He's pleased enough to not have to explain the nuances of his father and the massive outpouring of grief that happened upon his mother's murder. Alucard instead takes the chance to shift the subject entirely.]]

Ah, fascinating. I've seen something similar before - transformations in a fight, I mean - but it usually isn't mentioned so casually.

[He doesn't want to press for further details though, and as such, the dhampir is happy to leave the topic be.]

I think I may try to find some food that doesn't come from a machine, now that I'm out here.