The Realm of Beginnings

[Gardsorm]

Soft winds blew through a serene grassland, distant trees rustling as if singing joys toward the onrushing currents that brought a comfortable chill throughout the lands and all those who walked them. It looked like a picturesque landscape to any who stood up on distant hills or mountains to look down upon it, filling one with a sense of peace and comfort. The Realm of Dreams was truly expansive, and even this comforting realm was but one of countless others that welcomed people from worlds beyond to enjoy their stay here, however long that turned out to be.

However, not all were here temporarily. 

While many understood the Realm of Dreams was just that, some had learned that an end in one world was quite likely a beginning in another... For better or worse. A serpentine male stretched as he wandered a well-traveled path, dressed in clothes that were quiet close to ones he wore in his previous life, hands behind his head as his tail swung comfortably behind him. Ever since Takuya Shiraishi had awoken in the Realm of Dreams, it almost felt like paradise to him. Paradise in comparison to what he endured before, anyway... Unfortunately for him, the memories of his previous life remained uncomfortably rooted in the recesses of his memories, as much a part of his soul now as everything he had done since waking up here. 

But here, he didn't have to treat his life like he did that one. The bright smile on his face was not a look one would see from him in his previous existence... Of course, his overall appearance was also something one would never see either. That was truly something he enjoyed about this strange land... He looked nothing like what he used to. Quite frankly, he had to guess neither did other residents of the land. As he traveled over the hill, he approached the settlement he'd resided at since he changed upon it some time ago.

"Home has never felt so good... Although maybe I should probably take a chance and go beyond Sunvale one of these days. First things first... New day, new chores~" He remarked quietly as he approached the named settlement. Numerous structures existed throughout the expansive village, some even building toward and around trees for those who enjoyed a more Nature-like feeling where they lived. Given the size of the settlement and the number of people that lived within it, it wasn't improbable to say that most people knew one another fairly well within it. Others who wandered in from lands beyond often spent some time here to enjoy the comforts the Realm offered, making it a suitable place to meet and enjoy the company of people knew and old.

He gave a few waves and greetings to other residents of Sunvale, making his way toward a rather sizable, comfortable looking inn that looked a fair but more fantastical than other structures in Sunvale. This place wasn't just a place for him to live, however... It was also a place of employment for him. It would be a good idea to touch bases with the owner so she didn't think he'd been too gripped by his wanderlust to give her advanced notice of where he was going. He had to wonder who else he would meet today, inadvertently or by design? He definitely needed to visit that goblin girl's place again too... Her strange contraptions were always exciting for him to bear witness to.

"Let's see how busy Miss Senko is..." He mused as he moved to open the door to step inside. 

[Warning]

Beyond that door was a cozy japanese styled place in its full aspect but the entrance lobby was mainly the entrance with a counter, what one would easily see in any inns with doors and paths that lead to specialized locations depending on the needs of customers. A small sign on the counter had a message written [Back Soon...] while Takuya was met with welcoming furniture and tatami. In this place, customers or visitors were also invited to remove their footwears out of respect for the inn they visited. Sounds of flowing water could be heard at the distance, signaling the springs in the inn that served the purpose of bathing or enjoying warm water for the body. There were more than one way to enjoy good feelings at this inn...

The current host herself soon made her appearance as she returned to the lobby but her golden eyes soon noticed the man, leaving her surprised a bit. A short fluffy kitsune dressed modestly in a unique kimono presented herself before him before she would bow politely to the man. "Takuya-Sama, you're back...", the fox girl named Senko politely said before she smiled then stood back up and continued, "Welcome back... Sorry, I was helping a customer." Her fluffy tail swayed calmly behind her back as she wondered what he would be there for. Perhaps for work but it was also possible that he could be there to enjoy the services of the inn. Everyone or almost were welcome as Senko tried to offer her services to all who required them.

[Gardsorm]

There was that familiar, comforting, homely feeling that Takuya grew used to. Slowly, he slid his feet out of his shoes, leaving them in one of the unused storage spaces toward the bottom. There seemed to be a couple pieces of footwear already present here... No rest for the owner this fine day, it seemed. Stepping inside, his footfalls were quite silent due to the socks still upon his feet as he looked around the entrance. Ah, she wasn't present for the moment... Well, there was nothing against waiting. He extended his tail tip to the floor, propping upon it as he hummed softly, a sense of serene calm visiting him as the distant sounds of flowing water graced his ears.

'I know this is the World of Dreams and all like Tia told me, but I still can't believe the good fortune I had to come across a place like this. It's like the best parts of places I could originally enjoy visiting from my previous life, except... All rolled into one. But now I can well and truly enjoy them... Hmhmhm~'

Ah, the taste of the air changed slightly... She was coming now. His eyes glanced to the corridor nearby as the small form of the kitsune woman. How ironic it was that at home, tales of kitsune were often shared in both good and bad capacities. Especially when it came to the infamous lady of nine-tailed foxes and other ones of disaster, many were the tales of more innocent foxes... Which was precisely the thought Takuya had when he first beheld Senko here. More surprising yet was when she referred to him with the honorifics he had not heard since he took his leave of the World of Reality for the final time in his existence.

Bowing his head, he smiled and waved his hands. "Ah, Miss Senko, you don't need to refer to me in such a manner... I did tell you that you could just refer to me by my name if it was easier... But I suppose I can't change your nature. You're far too kind to a snake like me." He remarked playfully, wiggling his tail before he straightened himself out. Senko was such a kind soul, respectful beyond all reason. To him, she was as much a caretaker to him as anyone else could have been in his prior life, and to that end he endeavored to assist her however he could. "No need to apologize for being busy. You do possess one of the most widely visited establishments in Sunvale, I would have been more surprised if you weren't indisposed upon my arrival." 

"I was mostly on my daily walk, trying to familiarize myself with the areas beyond Sunvale's borders. I haven't been around here for too long, but I still get carried away with trying to explore my surroundings and meeting other residents. Is there anything I can assist you with while I'm here?" He offered, curious to know what kind of customers had visited the Inn today.

[Warning]

Senko could only smile to the man, out of kindness. She tried to keep the same smile for everyone who visited. Takuya happened to be someone she knew well enough but he was not the only one. Many customers came often enough to be regulars so some knew her well as well. While some shoes were present in the entrance, not every persons wore footwears as well so the actual amount of customers could be deceiving. Senko herself wore nothing to her little paws that remained bare at all times. Due to her work however, she would wash and treat them often, ensuring the quality service that she was offering. There was more to it as well... Senko needed to make sure that she was presentable at any times that she was needed.

There was a little more to Senko than meet the eye, though. She was not only just any kitsune but she would not see the need to reveal more about herself to anyone except when she required to tap into certain capabilities. Her heart was pure, however. She did wish to be helpful to others around her and to make sure her customers left with memories of a good time. It paid well but it was not about the money. The dreamworld had happiness to provide and Senko was glad to be part of those who sold happiness to ones needing it. Besides, she was not alone to work there and offer her services. A lonely fox would find it difficult to fulfill the quota of work to do. There always was something to do, even with someone to help with it.

"It is quite alright, I do not mind... And please do not judge yourself so harshly, Takuya-Sama...", Senko responded to the first part with a bit of a sad tone but still tried to be motivating and welcoming to him. The second part was nothing but praise for her work and what she was doing there but with a small appreciative nod and replied, "I am not alone and it is very pleasing to guide customers to where they can enjoy their time... Shiro-Sama is currently busy with someone, however...", she precised. The very last part left her to think, "...I still have many chores to finish but it would not feel right to have you help with them. You must be tired... You should enjoy a bath unless you insist to help...", she'd say, offering him an alternative.

[Gardsorm]

"Truly, too kind." Takuya have a soft, knowing smile. Kindness like this was something he treasures despite its commonplace presence in the World of Dreams. If Miss Senko knew of his life before he came here... Not to this place, but this world. Knew of the lengths he had gone to in order to achieve a decisive victory against someone who'd earned his undying hatred and lingering resentment, irregardless of the finality that awaited him. He was ready and willing to wake his last day... But forces beyond his control saw fit to let him awaken in this paradise, even though he was no longer his original self. He'd received more kindness and positive feelings in such a small frame of time, much more than everything he experienced in the fleeting embers of his life after his mother was taken from him.

She could tell him not to judge himself too harshly, but she would never know the truth of what he had done. As long as he drew breath, he would ensure his prior life did not poison this new life, or the lives of those around him.

"Miss Shiro is busy too, hmm? Saddening, I had wanted to try to give her a little encouraging headpat. Even if she always admonishes me when I try to. One day I'll get her when she least expects it... Preferably when she isn't swamped with work." Takuya smiled. He knew he was only here and able to help by their good graces, so he would never dare to push his luck any further than mild inconvenience at best. Miss Senko was truly the nicer of the two caretakers, but Miss Shiro's demeanor made the bad snake feel positively wicked. He couldn't help himself with how adorable the two kitsune looked.

"Nonsense! You and Miss Shiro let me part-time here as it is, and it's thanks to you two that I can even have my own home in Sunvale. I may be a bit of a mischief maker, but I know to provide my work ethic for yours and Miss Shiro's benefits with how hard you two work. Put me to use as you see it, when once I'm done, I'll enjoy that bath if it's still being offered." Takuya bowed his head, ready to work. All work and no play made the snake dull, but all play and no work made him irresponsible. If he could lighten Miss Senko's workload even a little bit, then he would feel better about himself.

[Warning]

Senko smiled with amusement at the man's intention, "I am sure she would enjoy it anyway... But you're right... However, she is not aware that you're here so you may catch her by surprise if you find the room she's inside. I think she will finish her work soon.", the small fox playfully hinted for him, not minding his attempt at what he wanted to do with Shiro. The more serious of the two foxes of the establishment. Senko took her work a little more playfully with kindness but Shiro was usually the one who tried to work more seriously while still entertaining customers and helping them appropriately. Surprisingly, Shiro was the youngest one in the duo but both had lived for a long time so that only barely really mattered in the end,

As Takuya spoke his last words, Senko could only really appreciate his kindness but also acknowledge his own appreciation of their treatment toward toward him. If he was willing to work, it was probably best to let him help, if only to see what Shiro would think if he went along with what he had intended for her. Respectfully, Senko bowed gently, "Alright... I have to clean some towels and one of the springs... If a customer comes in, there should be a bell... Hmm...", she muttered in thought as she went to check the door, only to see the problem and fix it easily before she turned to Takuya. "Of you would help with my chores, you may use the spring for yourself. Shiro would be in the second room to the right.", Senko told him as well.

[Gardsorm]

"... Would she now...?" Takuya was all smiles now, his eyes practically gleaming with mischievous delight. If there was one thing he appreciated about kitsune- Oh, who was he kidding, there were many things he appreciated about them, but if there was one more thing he had to add to the list, it would be their own proclivity for innocent mischief. Takuya knew Miss Senko appreciated Miss Shiro dearly, so to know she was all but giving Takuya the go-ahead to headpat her... Of course, where was a not-zero chance that Miss Senko was also sending him to do this just to get him admonished as well, but nothing in life was without its risks, and making a play to headpat one of the (two) cutest anthropomorphic kitsune he'd ever seen was absolutely worth of the risk.

"Excellent, then I shall endeavor to have the spring clean as soon as I can, dividing and conquering should be a good strategy here. Thank you for giving me the chance to earn my keep~" As well as the window of opportunity he needed to give Miss Shiro a headpat for her amazing work ethic. His hand was already twitching in anticipation of being laid to rest between fluffy ears, atop a fluffy head, emulating left and right movements as if he would have only yhe briefest of windows to enact his devious master plan. If he were caught, Miss Senko would disavow him and any knowledge of his activities... It was just how things had to be, after all. 

The mission may not have been impossible, but it probably wasn't going to be easy either. 

"Second room to the right, thank you, Miss Senko, for everything. I just wanted to say... I treasure every moment of kindness and hospitality, and if I do not survive this encounter, I must let you know: I have dreamed of absolutely filthy things with you and Miss Shiro, involving your delicate pads and beans and my face." He whispered before he began to walk toward the hall... But stopped: "And they weren't the ones on your hands." With that guilty admittance, he all but stepped with a graceful swiftness down the hall, moving like a ghostly serpent as he disappeared to seek out his quarry amidst her duties. Oh, this was going to be fun!

[Warning]

Senko observed him and as she was thanked, she would bow her head politely before she prepared to return to work herself, taking some things with her first. But it was not the end of him as Takuya made a dramatic speech before his exit, one that left Senko confused and blinking at first then looking at her own paws next; The one being on her hands. Only when she understood that he meant the ones on her feet did she look shocked but he was already gone. It made her blush but she would quickly regain her composure anyhow. There was work to finish and if he was going to take care of the one spring which would be mark with an [Unavailable until cleaned] sign, she would go and clean the towels for the time being.

Shiro herself was busy working with someone in a room, one of their usual jobs be it massaging, either with hands or feet or both, or be it guiding customers to different services and providing help. In this case, she was herself finishing treating someone and was unaware that Senko was not the only person she knew in the inn. Before she would leave the room, however, Shiro had to pick up a few things to put away but otherwise would leave the customer to themselves so they could prepare to leave or move to another service. And so, after a while, this white fox girl would slide open one of the door, hands full with things, dressed differently than Senko and bearing a neutral expression with red eyes, not noticing anyone.

[Gardsorm]

'One... Two.'

Walking within the comfortable, warm halls of the inn, Takuya could pick up on Miss Shiro working on the other side of the door... Someone else was present as well, it seemed, so he absolutely could not do what he did like that. They were all expected to show a sense of professionalism with their clients, and he was no different when he was expected to work with them. Trying to headpat her while she was near a client would have disastrous ramifications, both for him and the overall image of the Inn and its workers. However, that didn't exactly apply out of view of others, so all Takuya needed to do was wait... Like a snake in the grass.

The door opened some time later, and soon Miss Shiro strolled out, the neutral expression on her features almost her hallmark by this point. She was definitely the more serious of the two, but it gave her a nature, stern air that commanded Takuya's respect... When her gaze was upon him anyway. Out of view like this, she seemed to not realize the danger as Takuya had slid up against a nearby wooden structure to hide himself from her view, but peered around with gleaming eyes when he found his prize.

Like a creeping viper, the serpentine male slid out and quietly began to advance on Miss Shiro's backside, maneuvering his footfalls to avoid the spots on the floor most likely to give him away. Her waving tail would have made a good target... But the most important one of all was just what he set out to do. Closer he moved... Closer...! Then his hand washed out, like a snake trying to catch prey...! If allowed to connect, Miss Shiro would feel a gentle hand on her head, brushing left to right between her ears, without too much firmness to avoid making her look disheveled. "A pleasant morning to you, Miss Shiro... Immaculate as ever." Takuya whispered as he leaned in with a smile. 

"I must ask that you wait if you wish to exact vengeance upon me, for I must assist Miss Senko with her chores, and I do not wish to depart this world an oathbreaker~" 

[Warning]

Shiro was busy enough that she would not notice. Something tickled her mind but she was not really suspecting anything until a hand touched her head. While she was not normally nervous, the unexpected feeling made her quickly move and flip around, as if she was ready to fight someone. When her red eyes saw Takuya however, she showed an expression mixed between surprise and anger. "You...!", she'd only loudly say, blushing slightly. She would quickly calm down, though, for appearance sake. Obviously Senko asked for help from him. In a way, Shiro was not against the idea either with how much work was to be done. It was fulfilling work but still could be tough at times, depending on how much customers they had.

"F-fine, if Senko-chan says it's alright for you to help...", she said, pouting slightly in response to his defense. If it was not enough, Senko herself looked at what was going on after she had heard her speak loudly. With a serious face, she pointed her fingers at him. "G-get to work, already.", she'd only order before she carried her things away to be cleaned. Senko could only smile and come closer then looked at him. "She enjoyed it, didn't she...?", she would ask, seemingly with slight bit of tease in her voice but mostly out of respect for Shiro. There was something between the two but Shiro was not going to make that obvious for him to see. "Thank you for wanting to help... I will talk to her if she gets too upset.", Senko said smiling.

[Gardsorm]

Takuya wanted to enjoy himself when he reached for her head, but the sudden reaction she displayed made him realize perhaps his innocent joke had gone a little too far. She showed a sense of wariness and paranoia that reflected his own in a previous life, and he seemed almost taken back by it while Miss Shiro. However, when he saw her blush, he breathed a quiet sigh of relief, having taken it a bit hard to think he drew out a fearful response. He relaxed his posture, giving her a soft smile when she realized there was no danger here... As strong as both Miss Shiro and Miss Senko were, Takuya was no slouch either. He had done dark things in both lives, but here it was only an absolute necessity to protect that which he cared for. 

"Yes, Miss Shiro, I will complete my work with due diligence. Have a wonderful day~" he smiled and bowed his head until she was out of view. He could feel a creeping sensation of something cold and clammy on the back of his neck until she accepted his purpose in the moment, breathing a quiet sigh. So awkward was the moment, even Miss Senko had come to make sure nothing was amiss. "It's... Difficult for me to tell. She's always on- guard... But I did notice a blush I think. If she asks, don't let her know I saw it though... But she's truly beautiful when she shows that vulnerable side of her. I plan to cherish the image for however many years left in my life that haven't been shaved off out of concern for what might happen here." He laughed quietly, before he bowed his head.

"No, thank you for giving me the chance to do this for Miss Shiro, and trusting me with your duties. I'll not disappoint you, Miss Senko." He put his hands together and bowed to her as well, before he turned away, his long tail curling into the shape of a heart at the tip that waved to Miss Senko, before he moved to find the spring room with a sign up on its door. Upon entering, he closed the door behind himself, lashing his tail out to fetch himself a broom from the nearby corner, before he set up on beginning to sweep and dust. No one walked these rooms expecting to step on anything unpleasant, and he would make sure there was never cause to prepare for that. 

'This is what my life could have been... Just simple, relaxing comforts and innocent moments. Things like this are worth living for, to me...' 

[Warning]

Senko looked at Takuya with a sympathizing smile. Shiro had her kindness but she was not as carefree as she was. Nobody would complain about her work, though. She could be very gentle and caring when it came to take care of customers... Maybe she just did not like being pet or headpatted. Or she pretended not to like it. "Please do not worry about her... I am sure she does not mean it... She would be happy to hear what you think of her." Senko told him as a form of kind reassurance. The following thanks for her made her feel happy to hear it and she would be sure to let Shiro know that it was not something to be upset about. Maybe she could convince her by other manners, otherwise. For now, she had work to finish.

Leaving to go gather dirty towels in some different rooms, Senko went to put them to wash before she would go check on other rooms in the inn. At this time, there were nobody except Shiro who was also getting to clean around and prepare for the usual time of the evening. Their ears being sharp enough would hear instantly if anyone rang. The lighter fox girl moved to give Shiro a shameless hug, making her blush and shocked for a bit. "W-what's up with you, Senko...?", she asked but as reply, she'd get a smile, "It's nothing... You were cute.", Senko only told her before giving her a kiss then moving to go finish her work. Shiro froze, blushed and blinked in a short time, quieted down by what happened but left to go help her.

[Bluenails]

Gwenaran had only recently come to this place after needing to leave faer last temporary residence after a misunderstanding that would probably be sorted out by now. Honestly, she said to give her husband his deepest desire and so Gwen turns them into a woman and then the wife acts all surprised like she couldn't tell that was what they wanted all along. 

Anyway, this place seemed nice, even if the two foxes were just a little bit too alert right now for a fairy to snuggle up in their tail, but that would happen at some point. For now, fae had faer eyes set on a bit of light entertainment in this closed-off room. Hidden mostly beneath a towel with the part of them that poked out hidden beneath an illusion of empty air, fae decided to play with this ... lizardy snakeperson.

A soft, feminine giggle broke the silence a few seconds after the door was shut, the noise coming from about half an inch behind Takuya's left ear.

[Gardsorm]

"Man, who used this room last? I've never seen so much dirt in one room... It's a wonder they didn't track any out in the halls." Takuya sighed as he moved the broom in careful strokes to amass the unwanted mess into one space for easy disposal when the time came. He felt bad for Miss Senko and Miss Shiro, they probably had to clean up the halls behind whoever used this room last... He hoped they certainly got their money's worth from whoever occupied it last. He continued to sweep before he jolted slightly when he heard a sudden, soft giggle, nearly dropping the broom as he raised his hands to defend himself, his tail deftly moving to catch the falling broom. However... There was nothing there?

His eyes glanced from left to right, before he poked at his ear a bit. His hearing wasn't super sensitive or anything, but did he hear someone from a room over, maybe? Perhaps there was someone cute in the next room. "Too bad I'm over here cleaning this... I wouldn't mind entertaining someone cute... No! Miss Senko is counting on you for chores, don't think with your tools..." He chided himself, collecting the broom from his tail before using his tail tip to thwap the back of his head to motivate himself to clean properly. Before long, the past from the door to the spring back had been properly swept up... He could discard the clutter on the way out, but next was picking up the items that had been scattered and arranging them as previously established to make the room aesthetically pleasing, and acceptable in the eyes of higher beings.

"Won't be long now... Then I can just strip down and relax like Miss Senko suggested I could..." He stretched lightly, holding his arms up and leaving himself back... Somewhat far. Thankfully pressing his tail to the floor allowed him to keep himself upright while he stretched his weary body out, tongue flicking at the air amidst a yawn before he continued to pick up fallen objects. Smaller objects first before working on the bigger ones, the towel would probably be one of the last ones he interacted with. 

[Bluenails]

Oh goodie, this one talked to himself. Gwen liked when they did that, it always gave them extra ideas to play around with.

It also seemed like their new plaything was taking his time getting to Gwen's hiding spot, which caused a few moments of thought as the fairy had to consider whether they would lie back and toy with him with further illusions or if they would take a more direct and tangible hand in matters. Fortunately, long drawn-out thought was not something Gwen ever did, and while the towel did shift and settle apparently on its own once the fairy, wrapped tightly in that illusion of empty space, drifted up into the air and behind Takuya.

Then the illusions stopped and a form somewhat similar to the two foxes took shape, soft padded paws coming to rest lightly on Takuya's tail while white-furred arms encircled him from behind and a warm softness pressed against his back.

"Am I cute?" The voice, much like the body, or at least what Takuya could see of it, was very close to that of the sisters. A little deeper perhaps, maybe a tiny bit more mature, but the resemblance was there. "Senko doesn't like people seeing me for some reason ..."

[Gardsorm]

"Okay, just about done... Now for that towel." Takuya spoke, dusting his hands off after having picked up and replaced most of the smaller knickknacks that had been knocked over or else misplaced. He then moved to the towel that was on the floor, picking it up and shaking it off. It wouldn't be a very good idea to leave this towel in the room, so he would need to fetch another from outside while setting this one to the side to be prepped for washing. The poor Drakeling was none the wiser as to the other presence in the room, but when he felt... Soft padded paws on his tail, he immediately froze... And felt a sense of bliss. "T-toebeans..."

Takuya was unable to resist wiggling a little bit, but the surprise didn't end there. The fuzzy arms that wrapped around him were both sudden and decisive, earning raised brows before he sucked in a gasp when... He felt a full body press against his back! That shape... It was almost like Miss Senko and Miss Shiro, but... No, there was more squish against his back... His eyes practically lit up with hearts now! Warm,sl soft, plush chest... Against his back! But he never heard the door open. Yet as he looked down at the furry arms, the white fur... Was this Miss Shiro, perhaps?

However, when the voice spoke, it was different. "Wait, you're not Miss Shiro... Who-" he was about to ask, but then the figure name-dropped Miss Senko. Was this... Perhaps a sister of theirs that they were ashamed of being seen? She already felt different... She felt more shapely than Miss Senko or Miss Shiro looked! Were they perhaps trying to protect her... From him?! Sure, he was a mischief and a troublemaker, perhaps, and perhaps there was a not-zero chance that he would clap this kitsune's furry cheeks... But if she was related to Miss Senko and Miss Shiro, he would treat her with the utmost respect! 

"On my word as a Drakeling, and as an associate of Miss Senko and Miss Shiro... I would like to believe you're cute, but you kind of have me at a bit of a disadvantage here not being able to see you... Do you have a name?" He asked, tilting his head up a bit, trying to act like he was uncomfortable as he wiggled... But it was more of a subtle ploy to feel more of that warm sensation moving around on his back. 

[Bluenails]

"Yes, I do have a name!" There was another little giggle, the paws of the arms that had wrapped around Takuya beginning to explore his body. "Can I have yours?"
They weren't the sort of fae that could actually just take that kind of thing, but the Drakeling didn't know that.

Or that they were actually dealing with a fae, something that Gwen had somehow forgotten in the last few seconds. Oh well, either way it gave them time to think up a fitting name.

"Are you sure you want to know?" They asked, voice lilting teasingly as their paws roamed and also incidentally checked the contents of Takuya's pockets.
"Senko and Shiro won't like it if they find out who I'm- sorry, what you're doing in here, though. Are you sure you want me to show you everything?"

Between the wiggling and the fairy's current fox body leaning in further, Takuya would indeed be treated to a warm, soft sensation moving around his back.
And another, equally warm but far harder feeling lower down.

Gwen was realising that they still had no idea where they were going with this whole thing, but that was hardly unusual for them. Robbing Takuya, having some fun and leaving him almost satisfied or just stealing his clothes afterwards were all options and they could figure something out. Probably.

[Gardsorm]

"My name? ... Man, do Miss Senko and Miss Shiro really not like me? I know maybe I'm a bit of a troublemaker and maybe a bit of a... Disreputable person-" Which was probably the nicest way he could say 'degenerate'. "-but I didn't think I was so dislikable that they wouldn't even give you my name. I guess Goddess Tia was right, her Drakelings aren't really well-received no matter where they go." He frowned, hanging his head. "Well, there's no harm in saying my name is TakuyaI suppose." Little did he know that the figure he spoke to was not quite what he expected them to be... But someone that fluffy must have been a good person for the kitsune owners to try to keep him from her.

"Sure I want to know? Of course! I'm a pretty sociable person, and I'm always up for meeting new people, especially when they feel and sound as cute as you do!" Takuya was all smiles, wiggling a bit harder in anticipation of seeing just who this mysterious beauty was. He didn't even realize he was being pickpocketed right now, so absorbed in the mystery... Unfortunately, he didn't have very much in his pocket save for a satchel of coins, a few candies he loved to snack on, and apparently a slip of paper directing him to a location to meet another girl sometimes later in a few days at another location. Perhaps this fellow was a little bit... Frisky.

"What? But I'm just cleaning- Oh, do you mean flirting with you? Well... I won't tell if you don't? I respect them and all, but... I am also curious about you." the Drakeling tilted his head up and looked back slightly to try and get a better look, even as a pair of warm, soft things pressed against his back... But the hard thing was admittedly a surprise, him jolting just slightly. "... Oh, my, maybe that's why they hid you... Fortunately for you, I happen to love things like that..." Takuya flashed a friendly grin that the mysterious fox might be able to catch... Before they would feel his tail maneuvering its tip to roll up and between their legs to caress where hebfelt poking him.

"Are you sure you want to know more about me? You might not like what you find out... Or maybe you will~ My mysterious vixen."

[Bluenails]

The candy and the paper would find themselves in an entirely different place, Gwen easily distracted by sweet things.

For a moment they considered moving around to the front but then the tail was moving in interesting places and they rather liked how that felt.

"Even if it's bad, getting the present open is still fun," they purred. "And speaking of mysterious packages ... are you sure you want me to move from here?"
Either way was honestly good with Gwen, but the illusion of control was always fun to play with.

Speaking of play, a bit of clothing theft would be fun, they decided. They just had to not get distracted by dick which, admittedly, was hard.
Deciding that face-to-face would be best, the soft toebeans padded around, the short, curvy and black-haired fox-like creature moving to where Takuya could get a good look at it and their simple, tented clothing, a white and red tail swishing behind them with lazy excitement.

"And you don't seem too bad," they said, leaning in towards Takuya to both seem like they were getting a better look at him and to give a better view down at their cleavage. "If anything, I'm the one you should avoid getting involved with." Their eyes were, one might notice if they were looking a bit higher up from where those almost-exposed breasts were, odd, at least for a fox. Not in any single specific way, but something about them just didn't seem quite right.

Assuming, of course, that the open top wasn't where you happened to be looking.

[Gardsorm]

"You calling me a present? I thought there was only one flirt in this room, Miss..." Perhaps Takuya was just a little bit easily pleased, and perhaps he was getting the wrong messages from this vixen... But if they were wrong, did he really want to be right? His tail continued to slither about, smooth and soft scales brushing against cloth and possibly fur to enjoy what it managed to feel... It was difficult to tell, but did his mystery person also enjoy it? They didn't seem to be averse to it... To Takuya, if you didn't tell him no, it may as well have been a yes... When asked about the mysterious package, Takuya's eyes gleamed as he flashed a fang.

"That depends on you, sweetheart. I'm all for equal opportunity fun~ Don't leave it up to me to choose, unless you want me to devour that treat you're packing first... " the Drakeling teased. He liked this kind of playing... Was the vixen being serious? Were they just being tricksome? Certain fox creatures loved their mischief, but Takuya wasn't quite as much of a trickster... Temptation was temptation to a serpentine drake-adjacent entity. Even if nothing truly came of this, Takuya loved the game of 'Will They or Won't They'. Fortunately, it seemed like they had enough of not being face to face, and after a moment, the mysterious beauty plodded into view, but not before his tail made an exaggerated press between their groin as they stepped away, the appendage wiggling a bit before he curled it behind his back.

"Mmm... I was right. You are an absolute treat, aren't you? All of you..." Takuya's eyes wandered from up to down, her cute eyes and ears, that enjoyable muzzle, down to her furry breasts that filled her outfit out just right... And even further down to the telling tent that showed she was not quite a normal lady (oh, if only Takuya knew...). Rounding all of that out was an absolute alluring tail, and what he assumed were some of the softest pads and toebeans he had ever seen. Miss Senko and Miss Shiro were right to keep her away from him... As flirty as she was, he was going to have profound amounts of fun.

"Really, now? You expect me to avoid a complete package like you? Surely you jest..." Takuya's slitted eyes gleamed, looking down from between her legs, up to her chest, and then further beyond into her eyes. His tail chose that time to move, slithering up her leg and behind to brush her tail, while he lost himself in her gaze... "... Hmm..." There was something certainly amiss here... His tongue flicked free, just barely missing the vixen's muzzle as he gave a taste at the air, before he leaned forward... Did he suspect something?

"... You haven't told me your name yet... I can't keep calling you beautiful forever, you know." 

... Nope.

[Bluenails]

"A treat?" Those too-dark eyes glittered in amusement, a small smile appearing on their furry face. "And you could keep calling me beautiful. I rather like that, actually."
Leaning in, the vixen let their paw pads rest on Takuya's chest as they looked up at him.

"How about .. actually, no. My name wouldn't be enough to make you agree not to tell the others about me. So ..." head tilting in thought, the fox essentially nods to themself.
"So, how about we make a little deal~?"

There was a sudden and definite sense of something changing, a subtle but clear sense of magic waking up. "How about this? You do not tell either Senko or Shiro about me or whatever it is we do in this room today, and for the next five minutes, I will do whatever you want in here, as long as I am capable of it and will not be harmed by it. Do you agree to this?"

The paws on Takuya's chest started to shift, lightly kneading at him as the clearly binding agreement hung there waiting to be accepted or refused.
"And .. you can call me Sora."

[Gardsorm]

"Well, if you don't mind..." Who was in cherge of the flow of things? Takuya believed that maybe he was leading things along with this innocent, adorable floofer of a lady, but it was clear he was just a piece in a game of its maker, the very same who playfully led the Drakeling along in his escapades. Perhaps by now she has realized what sort of power her guises' aspects had on the serpent, who seemed to shiver and wiggle ever so slightly when they moved on him. They just felt so good that he couldn't resist showing his appreciation!

"A deal...?" That didn't sound suspicious at all, even though Takuya could have sworn he felt something subtle shift in the environment. He knew something esoteric had to have happened, but he chalked it up to the capabilities of a kitsune, knowing such creatures had untold powers when it came to the myths he was familiar with. Even Miss Senko and Miss Shiro had powers all their own, so he imagined it was the same situation with this one... If only he knew the truth.

That felt unusually specific for stipulations, but interesting! Maybe she was a troublemaker too and wanted to pretend to be a good girl in Miss Senko and Miss Shiro's eyes, while secretly being a bad girl... Takuya absolutely understood that desire, a fang-flashing smile as the vixen spoke. "Only five minutes though? You're such a cruel one... There isn't enough time in five minutes for me to do what I want. However... I do believe I have an idea of how I can best spend those five minutes. Harmed, though, well .." His grin was wider now, his tongue flicking out as he opened his mouth. "You won't be harmed... But you will be eaten~" the Drakeling smirked as his hands moved to her hips to guide her somewhere out of view behind a partition. There was some sort of magic at play here, he felt, but he mistakenly believed it to be kitsune magic and nothing more... Troublesome.

"Sora, hmm? I like it...  Alright then Sora... I, Takuya, agree to your deal~ Now time to see how much I can cram... In five minutes." He showed deft control of his tail, threading through the sash that bound her kimono to open it. Remembering the hard surprise he felt down below,blue leaned in to flick his tongue against her cheek, before he slid down to his knees, letting his hands rest on her hips while his tail came up to curl under and around the treat he felt earlier. His hands softly roamed her hips, relishing in the feel of the soft fur while his tail began to squirm in joy wrapped around things. "Only five minutes with this... Its unfair..." He lamented softly, casting his gaze up toward her eyes. How would she react to this? 

[Bluenails]

"Five minutes now." 'Sora' replied with a smirk. "But who knows what the future holds?"

"And our agreement is made, and bound and-" they continued, offering no resistance as they were steered out of sight. Which was a pity,it would make things better if they attracted an audience.
Also it would have been easier to run off with Takuya's clothing, they had to remind themself, having almost entirely forgotten the plan already. As their clothing fell away to reveal those breasts, the furry white belly and the very happy little guy down below, 'Sora' darted forwards, planting a kiss on Takuya's chest.

They would have gone for the head and, if they'd waited, would have been able to, but the magic definitely seemed to react to that kiss. "-and sealed. But I do hope I get something to eat, too~"
There was no trace of shock, surprise or innocence in those odd dark eyes as Takuya got down, the fox's paw patting him on his head before bringing those soft padded beans down along his cheek.

"Or is your plan to make me come back for that, hmm?"

[Gardsorm]

Already expectant? Or perhaps she believed this would he such a fun encounter that Takuya would have no choice but to seek her out in the future. How right she might have been, now that the Drakeling got his hands on her furry bounty, there was no way this could be a one-time thing for him. "You have a thing for binding agreements? As long as you aren't after my heart for life... We only just met, we need a few more encounters like this before I can consider giving up that key." Takuya smiled, his eyes glesning when he beheld her full glory. Fuzzy breasts, fuzzy belly... Cute cock, fuzzy thighs... 

'This world is the greatest!'

He blinked as Sora surprised his chest with a kiss, and something felt unique about it... But so preoccupied in the moment, he certainly didn't mind it. "I think you'll have to come back for that one... You've only got one for me to focus on, so it's much easier for me. I've, uh... Got two, so... L-Let's just focus on this right now and not worry about my weird bodily aspects." Takuya quickly tried to clear the awkward air. He had no idea what she might think if he was packing two tools like an actual snake might, but he hoped that paying attention to her canine treat would be more than enough distraction. Those pads and beans felt so satisfying on his face, making him shudder like he was touching something more sensitive. His tail rolled back and forth, stroking the length of her tool while he leaned in to flick his tongue at the tip.

They were little more than teasing lashes while his hands rubbed up and down her thighs, one hand going behind to squeeze her ass while the other went to the base of her furry tail. There was so much to explore and experience here... He had to know where all of a kitsune's erogenous zones were so he could use this knowledge to his advantage in the future! Thankfully, her cock was a clear winner in that department, as he leaned his mouth forward... His fangs made it seem like she was in danger, but in short order, she would only feel lips wrap around her treat... Along with a mischievous, wet, coiling appebdage that moved with the same grace as his tail, trying to provoke more of her length from her sheath before he could let his head bob against it.

"Mmmh~ Yummeh, Soruh~" he spoke with his mouth full, looking up at the kitsune to see what she thought, pulling back just slightly but letting his tongue keep them joined as it stroked along her length. 

'Surprisingly harder than I thought for my tongue to do this... I guess snake tongues take a little more effort to make them work like human ones... But I've got a good rhythm here.'

[Bluenails]

"Oh? So you're saying I have a chance?"

There was a brief outburst of squeaky little fox laughs before 'Sora' caught themself, paw to their mouth and an embarrassed blush at the sounds they'd just made, eventually broken by a soft little noise of pleasure. Those soft hips shifted slightly, clearly wanting to thrust into Takuya's mouth but, at least for the moment, holding back so that he could do what he wanted down there.

"I do have two hands, you know." The fox murmured, before lifting a paw from their face and looking at it briefly before patting Takuya encouragingly on the head once the details of his equipment were revealed.
"Or paws, I guess. Aren't you curious what these would feel like on you?"

The touching and squeezing going on, especially around the base of their tail, definitely seemed to be quite enjoyable, to the point that the kitsune seemed unfamiliar with the way their body was reacting to it all. There was a bit more left in that sheath to be coaxed out, it seemed, but the snake's tongue seemed to have that matter very well taken care of, the knotty base of Sora's member freed and starting to grow.

"Good ... good boy," Sora murmured, paw pads patting lightly on his head as they leaned back, finding enough of a seat that one of their lower paws could be extended and lifted up to rub the soft, furry back of her foot against his crotch.