Kitsune of the Blue Sun

Chapter 55- Small Confrontation and a Fun Conversation

[Keeno POV]

After a little while of patting Pram as she continued to hug me, we both got up.  As we got dressed for the day, we chatted about what Pram saw on her small exploration before she locked herself in the room.

“I mean, mostly it was just more of the docks, some open space on the other side of the river, and that’s about it.  Well, I also saw a lot of fish jumping in the river ahead of the ship and stuff and it made me hungry.” (Pram)

“Oooh.” (Keeno)

{Someone sounds hungry.}

“Well yeah, I haven’t eaten in a day.” (Keeno)

{Now, you know that’s not true.}

“…” (Keeno)

The temperature around me started to increase as Ama’s words caused me to blush.

“Why are you getting so red, Keeno?” (Pram)

“…” (Keeno)

{Hahahaha.  You’ll learn when you get a lover, Pram.  For now, just admire Keeno’s adorable embarrassment.}

“Don’t worry, I’m not missing a second of it.” (Pram)

“You two…” (Keeno)

The temperature kept increasing as I got more embarrassed, so I decided to leave the room.

“Muninn, you stay with Pram again.  Come on, Huginn, we’re going out.” (Keeno)

Huginn flew over to my shoulder and as soon as it landed, I left the room.

{You know you’ll never escape my sight.}

‘Yeah, but this way I can at least avoid being teased by Pram.  And for the record, you did that way more than I did, so if anything, you’re the glutton.’

{And?  Not like I’m ashamed of what I’m like.}

‘Neither am I, but when Pram is there when we talk about that, it makes me feel like I’m corrupting her.’

{I don’t think you have to worry about it, for someone like Pram, it takes a lot more than just talking about that to corrupt her.}

‘I know…’

As Ama and I were having this conversation, I passed by this guy who looked to be about a year or two younger than me.  He was standing next to the guardrail, looking out over the river.  He was dressed in clothes that even I could tell were expensive.  Looks wise, he wasn’t bad looking, just…average?  He glanced over at me as I passed by him before his eyes went wide and he turned to face me.

“Excuse me, did you just leave that room over there?”

“And why should I answer that?  It’s rude to just ask questions without giving your name.” (Keeno)

“My apologies.  I am Aslan Undertain, heir to the Undertain house.” (Aslan)

“Okami, and yes, that is my room.  I’d advise you leave my companion alone, Aslan.” (Keeno)

I then started to walk again.  He seemed to go a bit red in the face and, in a huff, turned to follow me.

“Now listen here you, I’m a noble, so show me proper respect.” (Aslan)

“And what respect is that?  One that comes from something someone in your family did in the past?  What have YOU done to earn any respect from someone that you literally just met less than three minutes ago?  And besides, you are already starting with negative respect from me after being pushy enough to make my companion lock herself in a room because she rejected you.” (Keeno)

He took a step back from me with a wounded look on his face.

{Keeno, is it time for the boiling water yet?}

‘If he tries to push any further, then yes, if he actually backs off, then he MAY be redeemable.’

{Then I’ll save judgement for later.}

I continued to walk away, leaving the now, surprisingly, contemplative noble alone.  I walked to the front of the ship and stood on a small balcony overlooking the area in front of the ship.  Both banks of the river were overgrown with reeds and the gentle breeze that was blowing made it look like waves going through them.  I closed my eyes as the breeze blew my hair a little and the whole vibe of this moment just made me feel at peace.

{The perfect picture of serenity.}

‘Not entirely, I mean, you aren’t next to me.’

{I am in spirit.}

‘Yeah.’

I stood there for a few minutes enjoying the moment before a question popped into my head.

‘Hey Ama, how’s Fia doing?’

{Hmm.  Give me a second…and, let’s see if this works.}

It was like a small click in my head.

{Fia, try talking.}

“Rasu?  Is there something you needed from me?” (Fia)

‘Not really, I was just wondering how you were, and Ama tried something, and now here we are.’ (Keeno)

“Hey Keeno, it’s been a while.  Miss me yet?” (Fia)

‘You know I do, but I’m not letting it stop me.’ (Keeno)

“That’s good.  How’s the progress to Vanir going?” (Fia)

‘Currently we’re on a ship that will get us there.’ (Keeno)

“I see, so you chose the river route.” (Fia)

‘Yeah, the first city we got to left a bad impression so we’ve been avoiding them as much as possible…Speaking of, why didn’t you tell us about that?’ (Keeno)

“Because it’s been too long between the times I’ve been to any of Odeen’s border cities.” (Fia)

‘Fair enough.  What about you?  How are you doing and where are you now?’ (Keeno)

“I made it to Valkyr a few days ago and now I’m trying to track down the people that I think will be able to help you when you come here.  While not as big as Odeen, this country is still giant, so it’s gonna take me a bit to find them.” (Fia)

‘I see.  Well, good luck.’ (Keeno)

“Hehe.  Thanks.  Oh, and Rasu, how are you doing?  You haven’t been checking in on me as much as you used to, so I’ve been a bit worried.” (Fia)

{I’m also doing fine, just been watching over Keeno and Pram as they do their thing.  Oh, by the way, Keeno just recently killed some bandits.}

“…How’s she take it?” (Fia)

{About how you’re imagining.}

“Makes sense, but by the sound of it, she’s gotten over it.” (Fia)

‘I wouldn’t say completely, but Ama helped me come to terms with it more than I already had.’ (Keeno)

“That’s good.” (Fia)

Like this, Ama and I spent the next hour or two chatting with Fia.

Chaos Realm:

Luna: Well, I’m currently done with them.  Payto, may I ask a favor?

What is it?

Luna: Can you get Pram here for a little bit?

Hmm.  It can’t be for very long, she’s only mortal at the moment.

Luna: Enough for me to get her to the basics of Fluff knowledge?

I can do this for you about once a month, Keeno’s world’s time, so teach her as much as you can in the time I give you.

Luna: Will do.

*snap*

Pram: Huh?  Where-

Luna: No time, sit here and listen to what I teach you.  Name’s Luna.

Pram: Huh!?

Luna: I’m a friend of Keeno’s, now please listen to me.

Pram: If you know Keeno’s name, then fine.