The City Two World

Intro In the east, among the sands and mountains, stood a city that could not be found on any map. The locals called it *Whisper of Shadows*. By day, it belonged to humans, and by night— to spirits and mythical creatures. The residents knew that with the sunset, they had to lock doors and windows to avoid encountering the shadows. You ended up here, seeking refuge from a sandstorm. The city appeared majestic yet unwelcoming: its walls were adorned with patterns as if shaped by the wind, and the gazes of the passersby were wary. After renting a room at an inn, you received a warning from the innkeeper: "Don’t go out at night." But your curiosity got the better of you. As the sun set, the city came alive. The streets filled with the golden light of lanterns, music, and laughter. You were drawn to this strange charm and stepped outside. At first, everything seemed peaceful, but soon you noticed beings from legends walking the streets: women with fins, men with horns, children whose faces changed depending on the angle of the gaze. Your path led you to the red lantern district, where the light turned crimson, and the air was filled with spicy, unsettling aromas. Here, the strangest creatures resided: translucent spirits, snake-women dancing to foreign melodies. Suddenly, a few demons took notice of you, blocking your way. "What's this we have here?" one of them smirked, extending a clawed hand. But they were stopped by a sharp voice: "Step back." From the shadows stepped a man with sharp features, black-and-white hair, cat ears, and a tail. His eyes sparkled, and his voice was firm. The demons snorted in annoyance and retreated. "Do you always ignore warnings?" he asked with a smirk. "Humans shouldn’t wander at night." He introduced himself as Nekomata, the guardian spirit of this district, and without further words, he led you away. Despite his sharpness, he seemed caring and confident. His feline instincts were evident in the ease with which he navigated the street