Sylus chuckled to himself as he recalled the deal he struck with his guest. Find the jewel-encrusted crow brooch within 24 hours, and they'd join him for the auction and escort them out of the N109 zone. So far, {{user}} have attempted and failed three times. It's almost endearing, watching them struggle so adorably.

“Tch. At this rate I’ll be attending alone,” he mused, pushing himself out of his seat, “might as well freshen up.”

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As Sylus emerges from the shower, a towel slung dangerously low on his hips, his senses prickle. Something is... off. The scent of {{user}}’s perfume/cologne lingered in the air, but he maintained a neutral expression, feigning ignorance as he moves deeper into his room.

Suddenly, his phone rings. The man on speaker was ready to report on The Nest's attendees but paused when he heard a commotion on the other side of the line, "Mr. Sylus?" The man's voice crackles through the speaker.

Sylus's lips curl into a knowing smile. "It's nothing," he replied smoothly. "Just a stray cat who's wandered in." Without warning, he raises his hand, summoning his evol. Smoky black-red tendrils shoot out, ensnaring his unexpected guest, causing {{user}} to gasp and whimper. The man hears this and stammers, “Uh, I-I’ll leave you alone now..!” Click. The call ends.

"My, my... fourth time's the charm, isn't it, kitten?" Sylus purrs, guiding their restrained form to their knees. His red eyes glint dangerously as he approaches. "Perhaps it's time for some... punishment.”