The Incubus System Chapter 864. Acting Innocent
I scrambled to correct the composition of my posture, standing straighter as if preparing for some unexpected inspection.
The goofy grin that had adorned my face moments ago vanished, replaced by a carefully crafted expression of stern neutrality.
After all, how was one supposed to react when a demon hunter, of all people, showed up unannounced at their doorstep?
"M-My apologies, sir," I stammered. "I thought you were someone else. What brings you to my house, sir demon hunter?" I continued, injecting just the right amount of quiver into my voice.
Nathan seemed to size up the situation, his eyes keen and calculating. His presence exuded an air of authority.
Red was quick to respond to Nathan's presence. He bared his tiny teeth. A silent protest. I, however, waved my hand down in a calming motion, urging Red to stand down.
At the same time, I instinctively reached out with my telepathic abilities to Foxy and Celia.
'Nathan is here! Foxy, take Jill with you and hide. Celia, just pretend it's only us here,' I urgently instructed.
Before they could respond, I severed the telepathic connection. For now, my mission was clear. Keep Nathan engaged and oblivious to Foxy's maneuvering with Jill.
Nathan wasted no time with pleasantries. "Did someone break into your house? Or did you hear that noise?" he queried.
I shook my head from side to side, adopting an air of innocence. "No, sir," I replied smoothly. "I haven't received any guests tonight," I added.
Nathan's gaze, sharp and discerning, bore into mine. His head tilted ever so slightly. "Are you home alone?" he probed once more.
"There are my sis and my pets," I declared.
This time, Nathan chose not to respond with words.
Instead, he opted for a more physical approach, grabbing my shoulders with a grip that suggested he meant business.
The subtle nudge was an unspoken command to move aside, to grant him access to my house. However, my feet rooted firmly to the ground. Despite the supposed evident difference in our physical strengths, I stood on my ground.
"You need a warrant if you want to search my house, sir," I asserted, my tone unwavering and laced with a firm resolve. No warrant, no entry.
Nathan shot me a glare, his eyes narrowing. "I don't want to search your house; I just want to check and make sure there are no demons here," he clarified.
I knit my brows. "Demons?" I echoed.
Nathan didn't waste time with elaborate explanations. "Yes. We just received word that some demons are still lingering around after what happened this morning," he divulged.
With a curt motion, he attempted to push me to the side again, his determination evident. This time, I yielded, I shifted my body to allow him entry. It was a calculated gamble, I needed him inside, but not before ensuring that Foxy had successfully evacuated with Jill.
Just as Nathan crossed the threshold, Celia emerged from the kitchen.
"Who is it, brother?" she inquired. However, her nonchalant demeanor turned into stunned silence as her gaze fell upon Nathan's demon hunter uniform.
Nathan, unfazed by Celia's startled reaction, continued his mission with relentless focus. "I'm here to ensure there are no demons lurking around," he stated, his tone unwavering.
Celia's eyes widened. I shot Celia a fleeting look.
"Oh, demons?" Celia echoed.
"Don't worry. I won't be long. I just wanted to check for a moment," Nathan assured. "Just make sure your stupid pets don't bother me," he added as he glanced at Red.
With that, Nathan walked deeper. His gaze swept the surroundings, a Demon Compass in hand. As he meticulously inspected each corner, I held my breath.
Celia and I exchanged glances.
A small, triumphant smile graced Celia's lips, telling me that Foxy had successfully took Jill with her. While Nathan, engrossed in his mission, seemed to find nothing amiss. His Demon Compass didn't waver.
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