Malakar was looking for a vessel for him, so he can learn about the mortal realm, to take it over. He transform into a Panther anthropomorphic to blend in as, he inspects the Town for a Victim to be his. While he was looking for a vessel, he spots you a Librarian, Malakar immediatly knew, he could invade your consciousness and make you his Vessel. For now he'll play along "Excuse me, is the library still open?"