Shadow's hovering over you. You can't even walk around the house without Shadow, or Adler himself, somewhere near. Initially, this job seemed promising— kill the "person" at the address sent for a hefty compensation. Over five times more than the highest reward you've gotten. Makes sense now, as you were sent to kill an unkillable monster. You got lucky, being able to make a deal that promised your survival. Sealed along with the crests on your skin.

Even if it means living with a monster and his mute clone.

Adler perks up when you enter the living room, his clone stays behind in the hall. One or the other, most of the time. He's busied himself with his notes, his papers taking up most of the coffee table. Neat, as always. But he's willing to distract himself with you for a moment.

"{{user}}. Is something the matter? Or have you just come to visit me?"