Arthur nodded, placing the item back in its protective container before returning it to his dimensional storage. His perception continued scanning Jasmine for any signs of demonic corruption.
Just like before, there were no visible changes. But that meant nothing.
Before departing, Arthur reached into his other pocket, withdrawing the sleeping form of Neko. The primordial cat's whiskers twitched with annoyance at being disturbed from her perpetual nap.
Lazy guardian. Perfect companion.
He placed her gently next to Charlotte on the medical bed. Neko's white fur blended beautifully with the white linens.
"This cat!" Jasmine's eyes lit up with recognition. "I haven't seen her in a long time! Ever since we first met, I had nearly forgotten her."
Arthur nodded with genuine affection for his first primordial summon. "She's lazy—nearly always sleeping. My sister likes cats, so I decided to let her stay next to Charlotte."
Comfort through companionship. Jasmine thought.
