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[enblightened]

I have made my warning to a handful of you before, but there are many that I've yet to meet. And so, this is primarily to those who do not know me.

I am something to be wary of. 'Tis not meant as a threat, but a matter of what I am. Call it what you shall, be it a curse or condition, but the brand on my head is not for display only. Many would call me an abomination where I am from, and it is not far from the truth.

I fight back the instincts of a demon inside of me. I hold it back by whatever means I am able, with my will and the bonds I take with me. With years of practice, I am typically able to hold it back, but there can never be a promise of my willpower. If there comes a time in which this beast emerges and I transform, I do not expect mercy on my behalf.

I understand that there are some with a similar situation as myself, or that you have experienced enough horrors to be prepared for it. Making demands of a person is impossible, I know that, but I want to be clear that I am a thing to be careful with.

...Thank you for listening. Be well, friends and strangers alike.

Comments

[enblightened]

Part me literally, I suppose. But it was not there decades ago. It's a beast, all the same.

[spoilers]

A beast which you've learned to control, as you said yourself. That takes strength.

I'd hardly consider what you are an abomination.

[enblightened]

You are kind to say so, dear lady. It is a moniker I am somewhat adjusted to, but I am still grateful nonetheless.

[spoilers]

It's a moniker no one should have to be adjusted to.

It's not easy, never being able to trust yourself. Not entirely. I know.

[enblightened]

No. I suppose not. But it is impossible to forget.

You've some experience with such a thing?

[spoilers]

None quite so literal. [ Which isn't a denial, exactly. ]

I'll always be of two nature's. One, I've chosen. The other was chosen for me.