Totoka River sleep with the devil you know

it appeared he was correct in the assumption that this was not just gesture of kindness, but rather a game. fortunately for astaroth, he had resting poker face and found it easy to hide the bubbling excitement that grew within.

one step, two steps, a pause. then, rather abruptly, he lurched forward and snatched the otter from the earth's floor. he jogged a few paces away before turning back to tease her with a devilish smirk, eyes fogged with mischief as he hoped to encourage her to give chase.