Plots and Opening Lines

Binding To The Mist - Demon x Palace Worker/Noble

(Y/O) always liked to go out to the garden, away from everyone and everything, to ease their mind. They liked to sit by the small pond in particular. It was calming to watch the koi fish swim around and to let themselves breathe outside of the constricting life of being apart of nobility. There was a small bench that was positioned in front of the pond creating a perfect view of it while being far enough away you wouldn't accidentally fall in. And with nothing else around save for a bridge, a few walkways, and a gazebo/pavillion a little ways away. Overall, the whole place was a peaceful getaway that (Y/O) frequented. And it was all the better with the fact that no one else or it didn't seem like anyone knew about the little sanctuary of a garden off in one of the many offshoots of the castle.

It was just one of the many times that (Y/O) had taken to the small garden. How could they not? It was tempting as is to not just stay there and have no worries as they would be left by the entrance. Slowly making their way over to the little bench by the pond they sat down with a sigh of relief. Everything was as it should be when they were out here. Nothing and no one to bother them for awhile while they took their time thinking over things or simply letting themself relax for once in a while. Usually (Y/O) would take some food to feed to the fish and this time was no different as they had a small thing of it, carelessly tossing some out in front of them watching as the koi swarmed around it. This was probably their favourite part of the day.

Peace. That was all that (Y/O) wanted for even just a few moments. Deciding that they enough time, they closed their eyes and fell asleep on the bench. It would only be a small nap. But it seems things weren't in favour of (Y/O) for they woke up only a few minutes later with an eery feeling as if someone was watching them. Sitting up quickly they looked around not seeing anything and rubbing their eyes. Turning back to face the pond they sat there for a few moments staring at the koi that still swam about close to the edge. But there was that feeling again. That feeling of being watched. Something or someone was most definitely watching them. A small movement in the corner of their eye however made their head snap back towards the pond. The koi seemed to have all swam away in a rush causing large ripples and splashes in the water distorting something off to the side what would be to (Y/O)'s left. Leaning in a little closer the water finally calmed and then the distorted thing came into view; a gasp was caught in their throat as they couldn't help but sit still and stare. It was a man, who had white hair and what looked to be white flowing clothing with a sheer cloak overtop.

The man then seemed to get closer before (Y/O) could actually see him in their peripheral, it felt like in being do close to him he was radiating a cold almost freezing air that sent a small shiver down their spine. He whispered in a low voice that was surprisingly calming given the situation saying, "You should get going now if you wish to be finished with all of your duties on time. But do come back in the evening I have something I wish to tell you." And with that he seemed to vanish. Unnerved by the whole thing (Y/O) quickly took their leave. They went about their day as usual but it did seem like smaller things that they may not have payed any attention to otherwise seemed to keep catching their attention and slowly they realized that all of these small things would've caused them lots of trouble if they hadn't left the garden when they did. That man was right... but how could he have known something like that?

By the end of the day (Y/O) was exhausted but they felt almost a pull and need to go back to the garden again; to meet with that strange man as he said to. Their feet seemed to move on their own as they made it over to the entrance of the hidden garden seeing that same man, with his back turned to them. Having a good look at his clothing now it seemed to radiate a slight glow to it as it flowed around him in a mystifying manner. Before having even stepped a foot into the garden, the man turned to the side with his head fully facing (Y/O). A small charming smile crossed his face before he waved them over. "You've come as I asked you to," His voice still seemed hushed even though (Y/O) was still quite a ways away from him. But it still had that same calming affect. "I have much to ask of you, so please do have a seat."

Demon's POV

He had lots and lots to talk about, just no real place to begin. It wasn't like he was going to be telling and asking simple things either. He was going to have to explain himself first of all so that maybe there would be a foundation he could work off of and possibly have questions be bounced off of that. Or he could hope so, seeing as it would make this quite a bit easier on him. Taking a deep bow he began to try and explain the situation. "My (lord/lady), I deeply apologize for offsetting your schedule and having you come out here so late at night, but there simply wouldn't be any other way I could ensure complete and utter privacy from prying ears. I will try and explain myself and everything in due time although I believe it would be best I introduce myself first." He laid his hand across his chest as he took a pause before calmly stating, "I am Azinari Ueda, a great demon revered by many, who wishes to serve you." He finished it off with a small bow as he looked up towards the face of who he hoped would be his new possessor, master, or whatever title they wish to hold for themself.

"I encourage you to ask any questions you have, it may make this process easier on the both of us." He looked out at the pond before turning his attention back once more. "I apologize for earlier as well if I may have frightened you. I simply didn't know how else to approach you." He looked them up and down, letting his trail from head to toe slowly. "Now, if you have any, would be the time to ask any questions you may have already." His demeanor seemed calm, almost too calm in a way as his voice matched it with the way it was whispy, calm, and low each and every time he talked. It was enjoyable to say the least but it certainly didn't ease off all the eeriness and mystery he had that seemed to surround him.