Childermass? [That's a no. As it is, Gongenzaka seems to give that a moment of thought, before nodding.] Hmm. It seems perhaps the best remedy for that would have been to make a contract akin to my own then; in order to ensure I returned home alive, I made the agreement that no matter what happened, I, the man Gongenzaka, would be able to somehow recover.

The Ringmaster was able to make this vow; therefore, when the vampire attack did occur... [...He trails off somewhat uncharacteristically, preferring not to go into further detail.]