she 'd managed to keep her temper intact , but she did n't know how much longer her precarious hold would last . `` it is the mark of the demon . one thing about demons-they love to spit acid . so just call him and tell him . i bit my lip to avoid grinning . the blank look on the guard 's face only lasted a moment . and having another new members almost an achievement . i 'd never needed food , but she did , so i learned to get it for her . 