The soulmate mark fades and disappears within a year of becoming a vampire, so Eric is somewhat surprised to see a return of his shortly after a certain perky blonde first sets foot in Fangtasia, albeit in an unusual occasion. It can't be a coincidence, and he's not sure whether he's supremely annoyed or supremely pleased about this. Thankfully he's not shy, so Sookie will get a big surprise when she arrives at the bar tonight.