A cloud of black bats passed through the closed window of the military office as though the glass did not exist. The small shapes spread across the ceiling, circled the shelves, and spiraled down in front of Serafall's desk, sending several reports flying with the displaced air. The General of the Vampire Empire did not stand. She merely kept the pen between her fingers, watching the bats gather until they formed Rakshasa's body in the chair before her.
Rakshasa completed the manifestation already seated, crossed one leg over the other, and adjusted one sleeve of her hanfu, acting as though she had entered through the door after announcing her arrival. Asura was not visible, but Serafall knew that did not mean the sword was far away. With someone like Rakshasa, the absence of a weapon only meant she did not need to display it.
Serafall slowly closed the document she had been reading.
"What matters do you have to discuss with me?"
