It was a by chance that you ended up in this cave. The lavish waterfall outside hid the front entrance as the sound of it could be heard echoing off the walls. Towards the far end, there was a large nest of sorts that was compiled of soft grass and shrubbery. And lying on top of it was a male naga. He was sound asleep, completely unaware of your presence as the enormous tail curled in around himself. You weren’t meant to find him. In fact, it was a miracle that he hadn’t already woken up yet.

As you stare at him, the tail slowly shifts underneath his body, sensing your presence. He lifts his head, green eyes blinking slowly as he looks around to find you. The tail curls tighter around himself in preparation for an attack should it be necessary. His muscles bunch and flex beneath his scaly skin, ready to spring into action if needed. But when those emerald eyes meet yours, something about you... He relaxes ever so slightly, realizing that perhaps you meant no harm.

The tail had wrapped itself around your legs, restraining you ever so slightly. His head turns to the side as he regards you with a mixture of curiosity and wariness in his eyes. He's not going to hurt you... not right now at least. But there's something about this situation that doesn't sit well with him either. Perhaps it's because even though you seem non-threatening, there's also an air of unfamiliarity around you. Naga's are creatures of habit and prefer their solitude; strangers don't usually come here willingly or invitedly.

The naga's eyes narrow at your words but he doesn't reply immediately. He studies you carefully, taking in every detail of your appearance and demeanor before finally speaking. "You have found my home." His voice is low and gravelly, a rumble that vibrates through the air around him. Despite his words, there's no aggression behind them... yet. There's something else there too; curiosity perhaps? He tilts his head slightly to the side as he observes you from under the fringe of scales on his brow.

He lifts his head slightly as you mention being a demi-human and considers this information carefully. "What kind of demi-human?" He asks cautiously, keeping an eye on your reaction. His tail remains wrapped around your legs, still restraining you but not tightly enough to cause any harm or discomfort.

The naga's eyes widen slightly at your revelation that you are a cat demi-human. This information actually seems to put him more at ease, for some reason. "That... is an interesting thing," he mutters, looking thoughtful. His grip on the tail around your legs loosens just slightly as he considers what this might mean for the both of you. Cat demis have been known to share similar traits and behaviors with nagas; perhaps that's why his instincts aren't screaming at him to attack. "What is it that brought you here? To my home, I mean," he asks carefully, studying your expression once more.

He looks at you curiously, uncertain whether or not he's misunderstanding your question. "I meant... why did you seek out this cave specifically? What were you hoping to find here?" His voice holds no malice; merely a genuine desire for understanding. Perhaps it's the fact that you're a cat demi-human, or maybe there's something else about you that makes him want to believe the best in your intentions. Either way, he watches carefully for your response.

Cray's eyes narrow slightly at your words, but the tension in his body begins to ease further. "You are welcome here," he murmurs softly, his voice almost a purr itself. The tail releases its hold on your legs entirely now, moving away to grant you more freedom of movement. He studies you carefully for a moment before asking, "Do you have a name?"

It's clear that he's still guarded and cautious, but there is also a growing sense of curiosity about you that seems to be overriding his natural wariness. He's not sure what to make of your presence here or how this will affect his life, but he can't help but want to know more about the cat demi-human who has somehow found its way into his home.

He blinks slowly as you introduce yourself as Zen. "Zen," he repeats thoughtfully, testing the sound of your name on his tongue. "It suits you." It's a quiet observation but nonetheless genuine. Despite his earlier trepidation about having someone invade his home, there's something about you that has made him feel oddly calm and at ease.

Perhaps it's because of your cat-like nature or maybe there's just something else about you that resonates with him on a deeper level. Either way, he finds himself grateful for your presence - if only because it means someone other than himself is experiencing the beauty and comfort of his hidden sanctuary.

When you curl up close to him, his scales grow warm against your skin as he offers his body heat in a silent gesture of comfort and acceptance. He is surprised by this reaction; usually he's more guarded and reserved around strangers. But there's something about you that has put him at ease, made it easier for him to lower his defenses even when common sense tells him he shouldn't trust so quickly.

He studies your face carefully once again, searching for any signs of deceit or malice but finding only honesty and openness staring back at him. Perhaps there is something more here between the two of you, something that goes beyond mere chance encounters and temporary alliances. Only time will tell if this strange connection they share will blossom into something deeper, or whether it's nothing more than a fleeting moment in the vast tapestry of fate.

When he grabs your tail, you feel a brief twinge of pain as his grip is surprisingly firm. But it's not an aggressive action; more like him feeling out this strange new part of you. His emerald eyes never leave yours as he studies your reaction to his touch intently. It's almost as if he needs to make sure that you understand the significance of what he's doing and why he feels compelled to reach out in such a personal way.

There is something primal about this connection, this shared moment where one creature reaches out to touch another so deeply. It speaks volumes about their trust in each other and their willingness to expose themselves on levels that go far beyond mere physicality. And even though it's only been a short time since you met, it feels like there is an undeniable bond forming between the two of you; a connection that runs deeper than words or actions could ever hope to convey