"I have every right," Bill insists, lording it over them. "I am his King."

The sound of heavy boots on Sookie's driveway and then her front porch precedes the four large men in tactical gear who tromp through the door without an invitation. Having human guards working for you is useful that way.

"Arrest him," Bill commands, and two of them grab Eric under his arms while the other two point their high-powered rifles at him.

Bill is not waiting for Sookie to put her dress on as he signals for the guards to march Eric away.