Venom watched in delight as the alien tried to overcome the vampire. When it backfired, though, he wasn't exactly surprised.
"Must need a living host," Venom replied. "Who shall take up the mantle when I am no more? Hm? I have none to carry on the legacy." He hoped it would have liked John a little. But he would have to find someone else worthy of taking the burden.
Pulling back, Venom released John's hands. He offered the man a gaping smile and shrugged, "Ah the night calls. Do you feel it too?"