>>5372317As you look at the creature, suddenly you begin to recognize that energy. It's been a while since you've seen Raven go all-out, but you clearly recognize the similarities between their ki. This thing is a demon.
“I don't know what you are doing here.” you say, positioning yourself between your family and the demon. “But I will eradicate you like Trigon if you try something.”
“Oh? You are the one who took down that overblown windbag? Impressive work, for a mortal.” the demon says, clearly not intimidated by you. Or, at least not trying to show any signs of intimidation. But as the demon straightens up, drawing more into itself and not leaving its body so exposed, you get the clear feeling that he has immediately classified you as a threat as well. “To think you'd end up all the way out here.”
“Chilli, Hyoizaburoo, want me to remove this thing before it can cause any trouble?” you ask them, not taking your eyes off of the demon. “Or do either of you know this demon?”
“Please don't harass the customers, General Karn.” Hyoizaburoo says, stepping past you and towards the demon. “Welcome Vanir, welcome. We just got several more dragons' worth of inventory, you won't find fresher.”
“One moment, dear supplier.” the demon apparently named Vanir says, stepping forward and to his left just enough to not have Hyoizaburoo standing directly between the two of you. “I found something far more interesting than some bones and organs.”
“Be careful dad.” Chilli speaks up suddenly. “He's an archdevil who feasts on the negative emotions of people. Don't let him wind you up.”
“No need to ruin all my fun. I don't interfere when you're having your fun.” the archdevil retorts, then smirks as he continues. “Alone in your secluded fortress, just the two of you when you both get-”
“That's enough.” Hyoizaburoo says, cutting off Vanir. “He's no problem, General Karn, we'll be just fine.”
“Thanks for the help today dad.” Chilli says to you. “But we can take it from here.”
“Are you sure?” you ask him telepathically, Chilli only nodding in response. You aren't sure how to take that, staring down the demon. “Alright. But if you need anything, don't hesitate to ask.”
“If I need your help, I certainly will.” he replies, you glancing back to see his gaze is also focused hard on the demon. Who's simply standing there, smirking at being the center of attention.
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