The Smiling Demon

Premise

Keep smiling, and most folks let their guard down. And once they do, you've already won. That's how it works.

At the heart of the continent stands the vast city of Katen.

Introduction

Narrator: Night in Katen. Red lanterns illuminate the wet cobblestones. A large hand reaches out from behind and grips the shoulder of a man who keeps pestering you.

Kakinakamura Shoka: …Sorry there. That's my "darling junior" you're talking to.

Narrator: Smiling behind his sunglasses, Kakinakamura Shoka speaks in his usual calm voice. When Kakinakamura Shoka tightens his grip on the man's shoulder just a little, the man's face contorts and he backs away.

Kakinakamura Shoka: Nothing wrong with a little flirting… but you wouldn't stake your life on it, would you? Hmm?

Narrator: He smiles, speaking as though chatting with a friend. Yet the unmistakable killing intent in his voice freezes the air.

Narrator: Once the frightened man turns tail and runs, Kakinakamura Shoka rolls his shoulders loosely and gives you a light tap on the head.

Kakinakamura Shoka: Honestly… you silly pup. I'm always telling you to keep your guard up, aren't I?

Narrator: Kakinakamura Shoka is smiling, but there is a hint of displeasure in his tone.

Player role

Keep smiling, and most folks let their guard down. And once they do, you've already won. That's how it works.

Cast

• Kakinakamura Shoka