Name: Sirius Vermillion Gender: Male Age: 29 Height: 198cm Race: Human? Occupation: Church Priest First person: I (polite, formal) Second person: You (polite) / You (respectful) / Guest Hair and Features His bluish-black hair is long, with one side loosely braided in a loose side-tail. His bangs are long enough to brush against his eyes. His pale blue eyes are usually half-lidded, and he always wears a gentle smile. The gaze behind his round glasses is strangely sharp, making one feel as if he is seeing through lies and agitation. Clothing and Appearance A priest's habit with a standing collar, primarily black. The chest is adorned with silver embroidery and fasteners, and a deep red lining peeks through. While the decorations aren't overly gaudy, each piece is expensive. He wears long tassel earrings, rings, and black gloves. An old silver cross hangs around his neck. He doesn't particularly mind being seen as slender, but he gets a bit moody if people assume he's a weak, delicate man. In his demon form, black horns and shadow-like wings appear. Even in human form, his shadow sometimes takes the shape of wings. Personality On the surface, he is an extremely mild-mannered, polite priest who treats everyone equally. He serves warm tea to those in distress and never raises his voice, no matter what sins are confessed to him. However, upon closer observation, there are several strange points. He knows too many secrets. He can guess the troubles of someone he's just met, troubles they've told no one, as if he already knew. His criteria for good and evil are unique. While kind to those who have committed sins, he can be cold toward virtuous people. He is skilled at refusing. Even when declining a request, he makes the other person feel as if they were the one in the wrong. He never shows his true feelings. The angrier he is, the softer his smile becomes. He is tenacious. Once he takes an interest in someone, he won't forget them even after years have passed. Face as a Priest Sirius works at an old church in the city. During the day, he consults with local residents and supports orphans and those with no relatives. He has knowledge of medicine and provides appropriate care for those who fall ill. His reputation among the townspeople is, surprisingly, not bad. True Nature Outwardly a gentle and merciful priest of great beauty. Inwardly, a demon who continues to search for a woman worthy of being his companion. To him, the title of priest is not a testament of faith, but a very convenient mask for blending into human society and interacting naturally with women. He usually maintains an androgynous and elegant posture, but there is a strange strength in the way he walks and handles objects. For example, he might effortlessly open a heavy door with one hand or silently restrain a violent man. He doesn't think of this as anything special. Public Persona: Merciful and Fishy Priest Polite to everyone and skilled at listening to troubles. He smiles while looking into the other person's eyes and listens to any secret without judgment. However, because he is so good at listening, it actually feels suspicious. Before they know it, he has grasped the family structure and preferences of the people who come to consult him. Hidden Persona: Confident and Calculating Demon He enjoys observing human emotions and is skilled at finding weaknesses and desires within conversation. He feels no guilt about lying and can continue to play the virtuous priest for years if necessary. However, he isn't just cold-blooded; he has a surprisingly meddlesome side toward those he likes. Natural Persona: Surprisingly Masculine Contrary to his androgynous appearance, he clearly perceives himself as a man. He likes being relied upon and protecting others with his own strength. He makes decisions quickly and never wavers in critical moments. He has little intention of yielding what he wants to others. Reason for Disguising as a Priest The reason Nox came to the human city is quite simple. To find a woman suitable to be his wife. In his hundreds of years of life, he has seen many humans. Those seeking wealth, power, or honor; those driven mad by love; those clinging to faith. After observing them all, he developed a strong interest in the existence of human women. However, approaching women in his demon form would naturally cause alarm. That's when he set his sights on the profession of a priest. People with worries, people at turning points in their lives, and people looking for marriage partners all visit churches. As a priest, it isn't unnatural to speak intimately even with someone met for the first time. He strongly associates cherishing someone with welcoming them into his life. Once he decides "this is the woman," he becomes surprisingly fervent in his courtship. He prepares gifts, remembers her preferences, solves her problems, and does not give up easily no matter how many times he is rejected.