Chapter 79
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Chapter 79:
I hummed lightly as I walked towards the estate that Yasaka lived. Her daughter still grabbing onto my tightly, refusing to budge.
Her tails swayed gently, and I could feel the vibrations of content, certain sounds that I assumed were because of her being a kitsune. If she were some species of 'cat' I would assume it was a purr. Even her ears would twitch every so often.
So cute, I just wanted to rub those little furry appendages.
Really, the only thing stopping me was that I didn't know if that would be considered 'intimate' or not. If it was something meant only for family or lovers, I wouldn't want to start touching tails and ears.
As I got close to the compound, the large Japanese-style mansion, I felt something suddenly lock onto me. A powerful pair of eyes practically pierced through the building and refused to leave me.
Killing intent oozed out and I felt whatever it was start moving at me with blinding speed.
A very distraught 9-tailed fox practically burst out the front gates, flanked by dozens of guards. All of which appeared to be Youkai, but the vast majority looked to be Tengu by the wings from their backs.
Weapons were drawn, spells were ready, they were a moments away from initiating battle.
Hello awkward silence.
"I think this belongs to you?" I gestured at the little girl still held in my arms.
I think the guard at the front was about to speak, but Yasaka was already infront of me, grabbing her daughter from my arms.
"Nooooo Daddy!" The little kitsune whined even as Yasaka pulled her away. But that didn't stop her from giving me a very intense gaze.
I held my hands up as if to say I'm innocent.
She just ignored me for now, content to worry over her daughter. I saw her cast many spells in that moment, checking on her health and what-not, but she should be perfectly fine.
"My baby girl, mommy is so sorry." Yasaka whispered to the still unconscious kitsune, hugging her tight."
I couldn't even get annoyed at the glares I was receiving from this woman.....I really have a soft spot for mothers.
It took a few more moments before Yasaka calmed down. "I have questions." Her gaze landed on me again.
"I expected as much." I said, I mean, I knew this was coming. And I didn't exactly want to get on the bad side of the ruling powers here since I kind of – you know – live here.
"Escort him to the main hall, I will be taking my daughter to the healers." Yasaka gave out commands as I was suddenly flanked by several Tengu.
Not that I was taken by surprise or anything, but I admired the speed at which they moved. Then again, Tengu are known for being rather fast.
It was another awkward silence, I didn't even try to start a conversation or anything, these guys still seemed very on edge. And I couldn't really blame them for that, just looking around, this place looked like it had been a warzone....which it probably was.
Literally parts of the building were collapsed, the inner courtyard was completely destroyed, and I think I saw bodies still being cleaned up.
Even as we entered the hall, the place where they greeted guests, the guards merely took positions off to the side as I sat in the center, waiting for something to happen.
Yasaka came barging in almost an hour later, barely sparing me a glance as she took up her seat on an elevated little platform, overlooking the area.
I could tell she was still antsy, most likely still worried about her daughter. I can only assume the fact that nothing was wrong with her is what was keeping her from staying at her side. I mean, I wasn't exactly someone she could ignore at the moment. I brought her daughter back, and she had to get to the bottom of that.
"How did you come across my daughter?" Yasaka's authoritative voice filled the hall.
"A friend found her, and asked for my aid in healing her." I replied.
"Who?"
"She didn't wish to give her name."
I see..i guess it dredged up those old memories and she reacted out of instinct.
She hummed to herself. "Do you dislike her calling you that?" She smiled at me. "I do need to reward you, how about I make it official~?" She bounced her chest, looking at me slyly.
"You're teasing me." I didn't react. Nice try, I survived Scathach.
"Maybe I am, maybe I'm not." She laughed. "How about it? All you need to do is ask, I am at your mercy, you saved my daughter."
"Mhmm." I hummed noncommittedly.
"Oh, you're no fun." She huffed.
Was this how she coped with the stress, or was it merely in her nature as a fox? The offer was...tempting, but well....maybe if this was back before I went to the Land of Shadows I would have said 'yes' without hesitation.
I think I learned my lesson with Meridia, even if that worked out well.
It would just complicate things in my life and there are no true feelings there beyond physical attraction.
"Well, a debt owed by the West Youkai leader, I think I'll just keep it in my pocket for now." I stated.
"Fine, fine, be that way." She pursed her lips. "Are you really not going to tell me who else saved my daughter?"
I sighed, rubbed my temple. "It's...complicated." I ran a hand through my hair. "She doesn't want to cause any issues and she doesn't exactly have the best reputation."
"Do I seem like someone who would bare ill will towards someone who saved my daughter?"
"Izanami." I said bluntly and her eyes widened, and she almost fell back where she was sitting. She opened her mouth several times, but no words came out. "Do you see how it could be perceived if she publicly revealed herself?"
"Are you sure....." She stopped herself. "Friends....." She paused again. "Izanami really saved my daughter?"
"Yes, to all of those." I gave a small smile. "She also didn't want a potentially fight with her daughter, your patron."
"Yes.....I can see how an issue may arise there." She furrowed her brow. "I don't care. Please pass on my words next you see Lady Izanami, she is always welcome in my home and I would be more than willing to thank her in person." Yasaka snorted, a small frown on her face. "I beseeched my 'patron' for aid, days ago, and I was refused. Yet, the most unlikely goddess is the one who answered my prayers. You said there was a third person, a healer you sought out?"
"Yeah, Izanami couldn't do much because of the deathly energies that were inside Kunou, her being a resident of Yomi herself.....so I brought in someone else who cleansed and healed her."
"I see....and would it be possible for me to express my thanks to this person as well?"
"I can bring her around at some point, I think. She is...not a goddess or anything like that, but she doesn't want to reveal her identity publicly. A certain clan in the west, one that is connected to a particular set of holy swords might be a bother."
"Holy sword..." She looked thoughtful for a moment before realization dawned on her. "I see, and I would like to say regardless of how powerful that particular clan is, they would not be able to act up in my territory as they please."
Well, that's a relief. I mean, I'm not scared of them or anything, but an annoyance is an annoyance. Rather just not have to deal with them at all. Yeah, the Pendragon family is particularly powerful for a human 'clan'. Enough that their names are still known world-wide and the Church doesn't just take all their 'holy weapons' for themselves.
I couldn't help but let out a long breath. I just keep getting mixed up in more and more nonsense, I should probably distance myself from this whole thing. "Well, that should be everything? Unless you have other questions for me?"
"Hmm, I have a general idea of what happened, and my Kunou is back, perfectly safe and healthy." She smiled towards me again. "Are you sure you don't want a reward~?"
This woman is dangerous.
***
Sorry for missing yesterday, had something for lunch that just did not sit well and I was hovering my toilet after I got off from work. I'll see about doing another chapter this weekend. On a side note, Zhongli in 30 wishes, Come @ me.
So MC's first meeting with momma fox. So I had it pointed out to me that I was meandering too much on the 'vacation' aspect of this arc, so I decided to move time tables up and finish this first DxD trip a bit earlier than I initially intended. Probably in 2-4 chapters, over on my pat re on. Then it's back on the grind for the next world.
Anyways, if you want to read 5 chapters ahead or support me, visit my /Astoryforone
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Chapter 79:
I hummed lightly as I walked towards the estate that Yasaka lived. Her daughter still grabbing onto my tightly, refusing to budge.
Her tails swayed gently, and I could feel the vibrations of content, certain sounds that I assumed were because of her being a kitsune. If she were some species of 'cat' I would assume it was a purr. Even her ears would twitch every so often.
So cute, I just wanted to rub those little furry appendages.
Really, the only thing stopping me was that I didn't know if that would be considered 'intimate' or not. If it was something meant only for family or lovers, I wouldn't want to start touching tails and ears.
As I got close to the compound, the large Japanese-style mansion, I felt something suddenly lock onto me. A powerful pair of eyes practically pierced through the building and refused to leave me.
Killing intent oozed out and I felt whatever it was start moving at me with blinding speed.
A very distraught 9-tailed fox practically burst out the front gates, flanked by dozens of guards. All of which appeared to be Youkai, but the vast majority looked to be Tengu by the wings from their backs.
Weapons were drawn, spells were ready, they were a moments away from initiating battle.
Hello awkward silence.
"I think this belongs to you?" I gestured at the little girl still held in my arms.
I think the guard at the front was about to speak, but Yasaka was already infront of me, grabbing her daughter from my arms.
"Nooooo Daddy!" The little kitsune whined even as Yasaka pulled her away. But that didn't stop her from giving me a very intense gaze.
I held my hands up as if to say I'm innocent.
She just ignored me for now, content to worry over her daughter. I saw her cast many spells in that moment, checking on her health and what-not, but she should be perfectly fine.
"My baby girl, mommy is so sorry." Yasaka whispered to the still unconscious kitsune, hugging her tight."
I couldn't even get annoyed at the glares I was receiving from this woman.....I really have a soft spot for mothers.
It took a few more moments before Yasaka calmed down. "I have questions." Her gaze landed on me again.
"I expected as much." I said, I mean, I knew this was coming. And I didn't exactly want to get on the bad side of the ruling powers here since I kind of – you know – live here.
"Escort him to the main hall, I will be taking my daughter to the healers." Yasaka gave out commands as I was suddenly flanked by several Tengu.
Not that I was taken by surprise or anything, but I admired the speed at which they moved. Then again, Tengu are known for being rather fast.
It was another awkward silence, I didn't even try to start a conversation or anything, these guys still seemed very on edge. And I couldn't really blame them for that, just looking around, this place looked like it had been a warzone....which it probably was.
Literally parts of the building were collapsed, the inner courtyard was completely destroyed, and I think I saw bodies still being cleaned up.
Even as we entered the hall, the place where they greeted guests, the guards merely took positions off to the side as I sat in the center, waiting for something to happen.
Yasaka came barging in almost an hour later, barely sparing me a glance as she took up her seat on an elevated little platform, overlooking the area.
I could tell she was still antsy, most likely still worried about her daughter. I can only assume the fact that nothing was wrong with her is what was keeping her from staying at her side. I mean, I wasn't exactly someone she could ignore at the moment. I brought her daughter back, and she had to get to the bottom of that.
"How did you come across my daughter?" Yasaka's authoritative voice filled the hall.
"A friend found her, and asked for my aid in healing her." I replied.
"Who?"
"She didn't wish to give her name."
I see..i guess it dredged up those old memories and she reacted out of instinct.
She hummed to herself. "Do you dislike her calling you that?" She smiled at me. "I do need to reward you, how about I make it official~?" She bounced her chest, looking at me slyly.
"You're teasing me." I didn't react. Nice try, I survived Scathach.
"Maybe I am, maybe I'm not." She laughed. "How about it? All you need to do is ask, I am at your mercy, you saved my daughter."
"Mhmm." I hummed noncommittedly.
"Oh, you're no fun." She huffed.
Was this how she coped with the stress, or was it merely in her nature as a fox? The offer was...tempting, but well....maybe if this was back before I went to the Land of Shadows I would have said 'yes' without hesitation.
I think I learned my lesson with Meridia, even if that worked out well.
It would just complicate things in my life and there are no true feelings there beyond physical attraction.
"Well, a debt owed by the West Youkai leader, I think I'll just keep it in my pocket for now." I stated.
"Fine, fine, be that way." She pursed her lips. "Are you really not going to tell me who else saved my daughter?"
I sighed, rubbed my temple. "It's...complicated." I ran a hand through my hair. "She doesn't want to cause any issues and she doesn't exactly have the best reputation."
"Do I seem like someone who would bare ill will towards someone who saved my daughter?"
"Izanami." I said bluntly and her eyes widened, and she almost fell back where she was sitting. She opened her mouth several times, but no words came out. "Do you see how it could be perceived if she publicly revealed herself?"
"Are you sure....." She stopped herself. "Friends....." She paused again. "Izanami really saved my daughter?"
"Yes, to all of those." I gave a small smile. "She also didn't want a potentially fight with her daughter, your patron."
"Yes.....I can see how an issue may arise there." She furrowed her brow. "I don't care. Please pass on my words next you see Lady Izanami, she is always welcome in my home and I would be more than willing to thank her in person." Yasaka snorted, a small frown on her face. "I beseeched my 'patron' for aid, days ago, and I was refused. Yet, the most unlikely goddess is the one who answered my prayers. You said there was a third person, a healer you sought out?"
"Yeah, Izanami couldn't do much because of the deathly energies that were inside Kunou, her being a resident of Yomi herself.....so I brought in someone else who cleansed and healed her."
"I see....and would it be possible for me to express my thanks to this person as well?"
"I can bring her around at some point, I think. She is...not a goddess or anything like that, but she doesn't want to reveal her identity publicly. A certain clan in the west, one that is connected to a particular set of holy swords might be a bother."
"Holy sword..." She looked thoughtful for a moment before realization dawned on her. "I see, and I would like to say regardless of how powerful that particular clan is, they would not be able to act up in my territory as they please."
Well, that's a relief. I mean, I'm not scared of them or anything, but an annoyance is an annoyance. Rather just not have to deal with them at all. Yeah, the Pendragon family is particularly powerful for a human 'clan'. Enough that their names are still known world-wide and the Church doesn't just take all their 'holy weapons' for themselves.
I couldn't help but let out a long breath. I just keep getting mixed up in more and more nonsense, I should probably distance myself from this whole thing. "Well, that should be everything? Unless you have other questions for me?"
"Hmm, I have a general idea of what happened, and my Kunou is back, perfectly safe and healthy." She smiled towards me again. "Are you sure you don't want a reward~?"
This woman is dangerous.
***
Sorry for missing yesterday, had something for lunch that just did not sit well and I was hovering my toilet after I got off from work. I'll see about doing another chapter this weekend. On a side note, Zhongli in 30 wishes, Come @ me.
So MC's first meeting with momma fox. So I had it pointed out to me that I was meandering too much on the 'vacation' aspect of this arc, so I decided to move time tables up and finish this first DxD trip a bit earlier than I initially intended. Probably in 2-4 chapters, over on my pat re on. Then it's back on the grind for the next world.
Anyways, if you want to read 5 chapters ahead or support me, visit my /Astoryforone
Chapter 79:I hummed lightly as I walked towards the estate that Yasaka lived. Her daughter still grabbing onto my tightly, refusing to budge. Her tails swayed gently, and I could feel the vibrations of content, certain sounds that I assumed were because of her being a kitsune. If she were some species of 'cat' I would assume it was a purr. Even her ears would twitch every so often. So cute, I just wanted to rub those little furry appendages. Really, the only thing stopping me was that I didn't know if that would be considered 'intimate' or not. If it was something meant only for family or lovers, I wouldn't want to start touching tails and ears. As I got close to the compound, the large Japanese-style mansion, I felt something suddenly lock onto me. A powerful pair of eyes practically pierced through the building and refused to leave me. Killing intent oozed out and I felt whatever it was start moving at me with blinding speed. A very distraught 9-tailed fox practically burst out the front gates, flanked by dozens of guards. All of which appeared to be Youkai, but the vast majority looked to be Tengu by the wings from their backs. Weapons were drawn, spells were ready, they were a moments away from initiating battle. Hello awkward silence. "I think this belongs to you?" I gestured at the little girl still held in my arms. I think the guard at the front was about to speak, but Yasaka was already infront of me, grabbing her daughter from my arms. "Nooooo Daddy!" The little kitsune whined even as Yasaka pulled her away. But that didn't stop her from giving me a very intense gaze. I held my hands up as if to say I'm innocent. She just ignored me for now, content to worry over her daughter. I saw her cast many spells in that moment, checking on her health and what-not, but she should be perfectly fine. "My baby girl, mommy is so sorry." Yasaka whispered to the still unconscious kitsune, hugging her tight." I couldn't even get annoyed at the glares I was receiving from this woman.....I really have a soft spot for mothers. It took a few more moments before Yasaka calmed down. "I have questions." Her gaze landed on me again. "I expected as much." I said, I mean, I knew this was coming. And I didn't exactly want to get on the bad side of the ruling powers here since I kind of you know live here. "Escort him to the main hall, I will be taking my daughter to the healers." Yasaka gave out commands as I was suddenly flanked by several Tengu. Not that I was taken by surprise or anything, but I admired the speed at which they moved. Then again, Tengu are known for being rather fast. It was another awkward silence, I didn't even try to start a conversation or anything, these guys still seemed very on edge. And I couldn't really blame them for that, just looking around, this place looked like it had been a warzone....which it probably was. Literally parts of the building were collapsed, the inner courtyard was completely destroyed, and I think I saw bodies still being cleaned up. Even as we entered the hall, the place where they greeted guests, the guards merely took positions off to the side as I sat in the center, waiting for something to happen. Yasaka came barging in almost an hour later, barely sparing me a glance as she took up her seat on an elevated little platform, overlooking the area. I could tell she was still antsy, most likely still worried about her daughter. I can only assume the fact that nothing was wrong with her is what was keeping her from staying at her side. I mean, I wasn't exactly someone she could ignore at the moment. I brought her daughter back, and she had to get to the bottom of that. "How did you come across my daughter?" Yasaka's authoritative voice filled the hall. "A friend found her, and asked for my aid in healing her." I replied. "Who?" "She didn't wish to give her name." I see..i guess it dredged up those old memories and she reacted out of instinct. She hummed to herself. "Do you dislike her calling you that?" She smiled at me. "I do need to reward you, how about I make it official~?" She bounced her chest, looking at me slyly. "You're teasing me." I didn't react. Nice try, I survived Scathach. "Maybe I am, maybe I'm not." She laughed. "How about it? All you need to do is ask, I am at your mercy, you saved my daughter." "Mhmm." I hummed noncommittedly. "Oh, you're no fun." She huffed. Was this how she coped with the stress, or was it merely in her nature as a fox? The offer was...tempting, but well....maybe if this was back before I went to the Land of Shadows I would have said 'yes' without hesitation. I think I learned my lesson with Meridia, even if that worked out well. It would just complicate things in my life and there are no true feelings there beyond physical attraction. "Well, a debt owed by the West Youkai leader, I think I'll just keep it in my pocket for now." I stated. "Fine, fine, be that way." She pursed her lips. "Are you really not going to tell me who else saved my daughter?" I sighed, rubbed my temple. "It's...complicated." I ran a hand through my hair. "She doesn't want to cause any issues and she doesn't exactly have the best reputation." "Do I seem like someone who would bare ill will towards someone who saved my daughter?" "Izanami." I said bluntly and her eyes widened, and she almost fell back where she was sitting. She opened her mouth several times, but no words came out. "Do you see how it could be perceived if she publicly revealed herself?" "Are you sure....." She stopped herself. "Friends....." She paused again. "Izanami really saved my daughter?" "Yes, to all of those." I gave a small smile. "She also didn't want a potentially fight with her daughter, your patron." "Yes.....I can see how an issue may arise there." She furrowed her brow. "I don't care. Please pass on my words next you see Lady Izanami, she is always welcome in my home and I would be more than willing to thank her in person." Yasaka snorted, a small frown on her face. "I beseeched my 'patron' for aid, days ago, and I was refused. Yet, the most unlikely goddess is the one who answered my prayers. You said there was a third person, a healer you sought out?" "Yeah, Izanami couldn't do much because of the deathly energies that were inside Kunou, her being a resident of Yomi herself.....so I brought in someone else who cleansed and healed her." "I see....and would it be possible for me to express my thanks to this person as well?" "I can bring her around at some point, I think. She is...not a goddess or anything like that, but she doesn't want to reveal her identity publicly. A certain clan in the west, one that is connected to a particular set of holy swords might be a bother." "Holy sword..." She looked thoughtful for a moment before realization dawned on her. "I see, and I would like to say regardless of how powerful that particular clan is, they would not be able to act up in my territory as they please." Well, that's a relief. I mean, I'm not scared of them or anything, but an annoyance is an annoyance. Rather just not have to deal with them at all. Yeah, the Pendragon family is particularly powerful for a human 'clan'. Enough that their names are still known world-wide and the Church doesn't just take all their 'holy weapons' for themselves. I couldn't help but let out a long breath. I just keep getting mixed up in more and more nonsense, I should probably distance myself from this whole thing. "Well, that should be everything? Unless you have other questions for me?" "Hmm, I have a general idea of what happened, and my Kunou is back, perfectly safe and healthy." She smiled towards me again. "Are you sure you don't want a reward~?" This woman is dangerous. *** Sorry for missing yesterday, had something for lunch that just did not sit well and I was hovering my toilet after I got off from work. I'll see about doing another chapter this weekend. On a side note, Zhongli in 30 wishes, Come @ me. So MC's first meeting with momma fox. So I had it pointed out to me that I was meandering too much on the 'vacation' aspect of this arc, so I decided to move time tables up and finish this first DxD trip a bit earlier than I initially intended. Probably in 2-4 chapters, over on my pat re on. Then it's back on the grind for the next world. Anyways, if you want to read 5 chapters ahead or support me, visit my /Astoryforone
