Chapter 3

Back at the castle, King Raphael summoned his court magician. He explained everything that happened in the woods, including the creature's transformation into a fox. He demanded the magician to investigate and report back to him within three days.

After that, Raphael returned to his chambers, his mind filled with thoughts about the mysterious creature. He couldn't shake off the image of her transforming into a fox, nor forget the scent of flowers and vanilla that lingered in his nostrils.

In his grand throne room, Raphael sat upon his throne, deep in thought. His eyes closed, he could still smell the scent of the faerie on his clothes. He pondered about the creature, wondering if she was real or just a product of his imagination.

Just then, his magician entered the room, bowing low before addressing the King.

"Your Majesty, I have news regarding the creature you encountered in the woods."

Raphael opened his eyes, fixing his gaze on the magician. "Speak."

The magician cleared his throat, glancing nervously at the King. He held a small book in his hands, pages filled with ancient scripts and symbols.

"My Lord, it seems that the creature you encountered is indeed real. There are records of similar transformations in ancient texts. However, these abilities are extremely rare and powerful. It is believed that only a handful of beings possess such capabilities."

He flipped open the book to show the King a drawing of a fox-like creature. "This creature, known as a Kitsune, is said to possess supernatural powers, including shape-shifting."

The magician closed the book and bowed deeply. "If this information proves accurate, Your Majesty, we may be facing a formidable enemy."

Raphael listened intently to the magician's findings, his expression unreadable. When the man finished speaking, he sat silently for a moment, lost in thought.

"Very well," he finally said, his voice steady and cold. "We shall prepare for war."

He waved his hand dismissively, "Dismissed."