There is nothing I can do to change my demonic make up. I will always retain some aspects of myself. I can change my outer form but not my inner. It's why some in facility were able to identify me as 'not human' by scent alone.

[He's walking forward, his stride near perfect from years of watching Hana in facility. There were often times he would stalk Shikamaru in the open areas near the river and would have all the time in the world to remain in silence. It's only when he's in front of the shinobi, tall and almost proudly straight, does he lower his head antlers and all for closer inspection.] I imagine then that they can talk. If you feel that is the best option...

[He has no qualms with portraying a god, an angel, or a priest even as a demon.] I assume Gods are Ancient if a price is that high. I myself have lived for centuries, messily sampling souls along the way. It was only after a while did I tire of an endless buffet with no quality.

[This close, Shikamaru can likely see that he's still retained his sharp teeth. There are parts of him that can never change the more wicked and self contained he gets. He can change them if necessary but edges will always be sharp and when he is especially feeling wicked they do appear naturally.] Now, I have a more refined pallet.