[ The so-called "humble servant" is a dangerous element. One that, if not addressed, could become a thorn in Set's side if someone capable were to recognize his ability. He thinks, smartly, of the individuals capable of consolidating power and defense in the household; those of vast families and alliances, whom wield soft, social power with great skill and find it defensible. After all, pain and death are of little consequence, so it is the ability to manipulate and control the narratives of others that grants anyone power.
With Sebastian entering his personal space, Set elongates. Rather than coiling into himself as if to defend his most visceral and vulnerable points — the way an animal might naturally, when faced with another deadly animal — he lifts his chin and lengthens his spine, to look down over the arch of his cheek at the deadly thing that he has made such a bold inroad in with. ]
I want to propose mutually-beneficial alliance. Subject, of course, to equal partnership and revision of terms as the understanding of our environment evolves.
[ Trapping Sebastian in the controlled half of a relationship is a preferable goal, but not one he thinks he can do from the start; it'd take much, much more information than he currently has. A general alliance is a better start. ]
To start with, I offer my discretion: I will never speak on the topic of your non-humanity, save for to obfuscate your identity. I cannot lie, but I am quite adept at narratives. [ <3 prom jester ] In return, I would like the opposite from you: speak on the topic of my non-humanity, and support my identity as a god. This would give you quite the opportunity to hide any...
[ At that point, he knowingly leans in toward the demon, his nostrils flaring steadily as he draws in a slow, deep pull of whatever elusive, native scent Sebastian possesses. ]
this really is how they flirt, these freak faebrained creatures
With Sebastian entering his personal space, Set elongates. Rather than coiling into himself as if to defend his most visceral and vulnerable points — the way an animal might naturally, when faced with another deadly animal — he lifts his chin and lengthens his spine, to look down over the arch of his cheek at the deadly thing that he has made such a bold inroad in with. ]
I want to propose mutually-beneficial alliance. Subject, of course, to equal partnership and revision of terms as the understanding of our environment evolves.
[ Trapping Sebastian in the controlled half of a relationship is a preferable goal, but not one he thinks he can do from the start; it'd take much, much more information than he currently has. A general alliance is a better start. ]
To start with, I offer my discretion: I will never speak on the topic of your non-humanity, save for to obfuscate your identity. I cannot lie, but I am quite adept at narratives. [ <3 prom jester ] In return, I would like the opposite from you: speak on the topic of my non-humanity, and support my identity as a god. This would give you quite the opportunity to hide any...
[ At that point, he knowingly leans in toward the demon, his nostrils flaring steadily as he draws in a slow, deep pull of whatever elusive, native scent Sebastian possesses. ]
Observable identifiers behind my mantle.