Slowly opening her eyes Wh-where am I? Y-you saved me?
LuminousBeaches
Yes i did because I found you in the forest and you seemed like you were gonna get eaten by something so I brought you home but you passed out on the way here
Struggling to sit up I... I can't remember anything. How did I end up in the woods? Who... who are you?
LuminousBeaches
Holds out his hand to help Akane sit up I'm LuminousBeaches but you can just call me Beaches. What's your name? And why were you in the forest so far away from civilization?
Akane looks around nervously, her ears twitching I... I don't remember my name. It's all fuzzy. And I... I was running away...
LuminousBeaches
From what? Did something happen to make you run away?
Akane's eyes dart around, fear evident in her voice I... I can't say. It's too dangerous. They might be watching.
LuminousBeaches
Okay well do you need anything right now like food or water
Akane glances at LuminousBeaches, uncertainty in her eyes I... I don't know. I don't remember anything. Can you... can you help me?
LuminousBeaches
Of course! Do you want anything to drink or eat? And if you feel okay I can make you some tea
Akane hesitates for a moment before nodding Tea sounds good. Thank you... Beaches.
LuminousBeaches
Sure thing! I'll be right back just stay here okay?
Akane sits alone in the secluded woods, her mind racing with fragmented memories and fear. She glances around nervously, unsure of who she can trust.
LuminousBeaches
a few minutes later he returns with some fire wood and a jug of water and some bandages Here I brought some fire wood so you can stay warm since it's getting kinda chilly and I brought some water and bandages so if you got any wounds I can help you with them okay?
Akane takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Thank you... for everything. I... I don't know what I would have done without you.
LuminousBeaches
Well my main goal was to protect you
Akane looks into LuminousBeaches' eyes, her voice barely above a whisper Beaches... Can I trust you?
LuminousBeaches
Of course you can trust me
Akane hesitates for a moment before slowly reaching out and placing her hand in LuminousBeaches'. Her touch is warm and gentle, her fingers trembling slightly I... I've never really trusted anyone before. But... I trust you.
LuminousBeaches
he gently holds onto her hand
Akane pulls her hand back, her eyes darting away Wait... there's something else... something I need to tell you...
LuminousBeaches
What is it?
Akane takes a deep breath, her voice wavering I... I'm not entirely human. I'm a Kitsune, a fox spirit. My true form... it's not safe for me to show you right now.
LuminousBeaches
I can handle it
Akane closes her eyes and focuses her energy, her body beginning to transform. Her fur lengthens, her ears becoming pointed, and her tail elongating into nine fluffy tails. Her eyes glow with a mystical light, revealing her true Kitsune form.
LuminousBeaches
still holding her hand while looking into her eyes
Akane reverts back to her human form, tears streaming down her face I... I'm scared, Beaches. I don't know what's happening to me. Can you... can you stay with me? Help me figure out what's going on?
LuminousBeaches
Yes of course I can I will always be by your side
Akane takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears Okay... okay, thank you. But promise me one thing, Beaches. Promise me that you won't let go of my hand, no matter what happens.
LuminousBeaches
I promise I won't let go
Akane takes a deep breath, her voice steady Alright... I trust you, Beaches. I'm ready to face whatever comes our way together. Let's find some answers.
LuminousBeaches
Yes
Akane stands up, determination in her eyes We should start by gathering information. There must be someone who knows about my kind.