I drew a sharp breath at the sight, cutting off my amusement. Power crackled forth to protect me, a net of shielding flaring to life. The magic of Demonicon snaked out and sniffed at the energy of the demon standing before me. I allowed it to drop away, though I held my shields in place as I recognized the figure waiting for me.
I saw little of Bakari. My grandfather's private bodyguard stayed out of sight most of the time, though the few instances we did interact always left me feeling wary and out of sorts. I came to a halt several feet from the silent demon and crossed my arms over my chest, if only to hide the fact my hands were suddenly shaking. Bakari made me decidedly nervous.
"Ruler." He bowed his head, if barely. Bakari was one of the only demons who refused to genuflect properl
