Akira strayed from his path during his usual walk. His planned evening of trickery had proven to be disappointing when the goblins refused his bait.<span style="font-style: italic">Should've gone for the short one</span>, he thought in frustration, kicking the small stones within his path. He ventured to the caves, the view of the city perfect from there. Above all he enjoyed the open space; to roam and stretch his magnificent form.<br/>As he approached, he sensed a presence. His nose and ears twitched as he came to a halt. It was common for people to journey to the caves but this presence was different. There was a scent he could not recognise, it reeked of small animals, and it made him uneasy. He continued cautiously, his red eyes flickering to every direction. Again he halted; a figure stood at the caves's entrance. He bared his teeth and crouched low just before he darted towards the stranger.