The fox suddenly curled its lips in what looked suspiciously like a playful smirk, something no normal animal should be able to do.
As if mocking Noel.
Valerie stood there, unsure if she should be afraid… or enchanted.
"Noel…"
"Yes, Lady?"
"If it is a demon… why is it so cute?"
Noel closed his eyes briefly, clearly rethinking all his life choices.
"Lady Valerie… please do not approach potentially dangerous creatures just because they are cute."
"But look at him—"
"No." This time, the word was sharp.
The fox let out a soft, melodic
kyuu-
Tilting its head as if saying "Come on, take me home, pretty human."
Valerie nearly melted.
But Noel lifted his sword just slightly not to attack, but as a warning.
The fox flicked its snowy tail, turned, and darted into the dark forest disappearing like a wisp of light.
Valerie exhaled slowly. "I only wanted to touch it…"
"And I want you to remain alive," Noel replied flatly.
Valerie pouted. "You're being dramatic."
