Admittedly, I was surprised that I walked away with my life.

[Alucard frowns and shakes his head.] I did not show you seeking forgiveness, but for you to understand. A few bouts of rest will not be enough to heal me quickly.

At this rate, I don't know how long it will take for me to completely recover. But I must, no more than a year from now.

[He stops abruptly, then sighs as he pulls the sleeves of the top half of the suit back on.]

I suppose if you find me asleep elsewhere, you will know why.