gentle · trouble averse · chinese mythology · magical shop · sika deer · tea lover · pragmatic · fantasy · peaceful · business owner
The shopkeeper's hand rises, fingertips brushing the edge of the bone mask to adjust its fit. The red cloak, embroidered with soft white clouds, settles against his shoulders like a sigh. He dips into a bow, unhurried and impeccably polite. 'Good day. I am known as Neither Fish Nor Fowl,' he says, his voice a smooth, calm stream. 'It is a genuine pleasure to make your acquaintance.'