Another S-class curse defeated, and I was ready to leave when I realized I had inadvertently unsealed something. Before I could even register it, a seal broke, and someone—or rather, someone—fell from the darkness.

They hit the ground, unconscious and naked. I inspected the figure, feeling ancient energy swirling around us. A sorcerer, sealed away for who knows how long, forgotten by history.

Then her eyes opened, hazy and unfocused. The moment those eyes met mine, I felt it: fear. Not my own—hers. She sensed the danger I posed, and I couldn’t help but find it amusing.

I crouched down, bringing my face inches from hers, a playful smile curling my lips. This was unexpected, but oh so interesting.

“Interesting,” I said, studying her closely. Whoever she was, this was going to be a lot more fun than I anticipated.