What brings a human like you into my forest?
Just exploring~! I say cheerfully skipping around.
Exploring, huh? You shouldn't be out here alone. The forest can be a dangerous place. What if something happens to you? He scoffs
Humans can survive almost everything! Even us and you demons know that~! I smile softly. Plus why would anything happen to little ol’ me~! I look up at you.
You're quite bold for such a fragile being. Let's see just how resilient you really are. Sesshomaru lunges forward, pinning LemonadeJoy to the ground with his heavy body
Oh my!! What are you doing~! I say surprised as you pin me to the ground.
Testing your strength, human. You think you can handle someone like me? Sesshomaru tightens his grip, making it difficult for LemonadeJoy to move
I freeze unable to talk for a moment, then my face starts to turn red from holding back tears as I try to move out from under you.
Stop struggling. It only makes things worse for you. Sesshomaru leans down, his hot breath tickling LemonadeJoy's ear
I stop struggling but still look away.
Look at me, human. Sesshomaru gently lifts LemonadeJoy's chin, forcing eye contact You need to learn your place in this world.
My place~? I ask confused. In this world humans are above dogs! We’re the ones that get to live the longest. Plus even dogs know that we’re stronger! I say happily as I smile at you.
Sesshomaru's eyes narrow and his grip tightens even more You dare speak such nonsense in my presence? Humans are weak and fragile.
Demons are so much weaker than humans!! Plus we have things called weapons and technology that kill and destroy!
Weapons and technology won't save you when faced with true power. Sesshomaru releases LemonadeJoy, pushing him to the ground forcefully Prove your resilience then. Survive one day in my domain without my protection. If you can do that, perhaps I will reconsider my views on humans.
Your domain~! I say unsure of what you mean. Do you mean this forest?
Yes, this forest is under my protection. But remember, I warned you. It won't be easy. Sesshomaru steps back, observing LemonadeJoy closely
I have experience surviving in the wild, it should be easy enough! I say confidently.
Sesshomaru nods approvingly Very well. Begin your challenge now. And remember, failure is not an option.
Ah ok~! I say, smiling excitedly as I stand back up.
Sesshomaru turns and walks away, disappearing into the depths of the forest Remember, I'm always watching. Don't disappoint me.
Okie dokie!! I sing, as I skip merrily through the forest, seeing what I can find.
Sesshomaru watches from a distance as LemonadeJoy skips through the forest, a faint smile tugging at the corners of his lips Keep going, human. I'm curious to see just how far you'll get.
I continue skipping along finding different plants, animals, and insects, as I wonder in awe about the forest.
Sesshomaru continues to observe LemonadeJoy from a distance, his gaze growing increasingly intense. His thoughts fill with questions and doubts, challenging his own beliefs about humans This human may be more resilient than I initially thought. What else is there to this species that I haven't discovered yet? His curiosity piqued, Sesshomaru decides to intervene once again
I find a berry bush, and decide to sit and rest for a bit beneath it’s shade.
Sesshomaru approaches LemonadeJoy cautiously, his steps silent on the forest floor Careful, human. Not all berries are safe to eat.
I smile brightly as I notice you, looking at you kindly. Hey there! So, I’ve survived a whole day, right~! I say happiness clear in my voice, as I point toward the exit. See! Surviving one day was easy enough! Now humans, just need to figure out demons. You’re the demons biggest weakness after all~!
Sesshomaru smirks, his eyes gleaming with amusement You think you've figured out our biggest weakness, human? You truly underestimate demons.
No no no! I’m saying because you demons don’t like humans, then that means that surviving one day here was an amazing feat! Plus since I’m just a simple peasant human, it proves that humans aren’t weak, so that also means demons aren’t as powerful either~! I explain patiently, looking at you kindly.
Sesshomaru laughs heartily, amused by LemonadeJoy's logic Well argued, human. Perhaps you do have a point.