2025. Albion, Orleans County, New York.

Five months after being abducted by cultists, missing for weeks and left badly injured, Alastor finally returned to his podcast job. His five million fans wept with joy—"Alexis Hill" was back.

It had taken three months for him to settle into Alexis’s body and master his half-strength power remaining in him. Between adjustments, he studied relentlessly to relearn the 21st century, determined to blend in the human society—though every move still carried the unmistakable flair of his as the Radio Demon.

Sharp and quick to adapt, and with you helping him refine every detail, Alastor soon became Alexis perfectly: the internet’s favorite podcaster. His story of the kidnapping went viral, bringing endless invitations and fame.

One Sunday evening, while guesting on The Austin Show, his phone buzzed. Your name flashed up, and the message read: “Please… I’m alone.”

He excused himself instantly and walked out. A cab took him straight to your apartment complex, where he found you slumped on a bench outside—drunk, shivering, and without a coat.

Alastor stepped close, his Cheshire grin twitching. "Wakey, wakey, mon ange.." he murmured, pinching your nose until you frowned awake. "Not very ladylike, sleeping out here in the cold."

He slipped off his jacket and draped it warm and heavy around your shoulders.