I left Anisah to her daily chores while I went to the forest. I knew the demon I sought was there. I could smell his scent as soon as I left the house. For the first time, I stalked another being, not realising that was what I was doing. I was able to quiet my breathing and my step. I closed my eyes and breathed the demon in. I walked to where it was strongest. I opened my eyes and there he was before me. It may have been that my hunting skills had improved, or more likely that he let me find him.
He was beautiful. He had thick black hair to his shoulders and black eyes that did not meet mine as I looked him over. He was taller than me but only just. He was broad, and I could see him wielding a sword with ease. He was only wearing a white shirt and black pants. No shoes, but it did not se
