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Chapter 07: Celestial Fox

Blonde girl hastily, became a habit for her since a few days ago looking for a guidance teacher who never met. Apple remembered very well, that morning leaving the bag in the outpatient room with the sleeping young Vermillion. But after returning, the bag was not in place, nor was Jin. Definitely brought—just that in his mind—don't want to think of his bag missing or taken by someone else.

After receiving Sigillium from Mizu, the woman again left to complete another task. That's when Apple realized he didn't bring the Advance Bag. His equipment was now only an empty Sigillium, there was no other tool to help him work as an Exorcist. Danger, no preparation and can not learn because the rule book goes in the bag.

His days were up to circle the academy. Sometimes meeting other students, but not used to be friends as before, just asking where Jin went. Sadly, no one knows where it went.

Everyone is always busy and must be busy, the world is not safe by itself before anyone acts. Magic; spells; spirits; monsters are already daily food. Only here are they safe because of barrier protection. When you think about it, what protects the EA? Definitely not a moon like old man scarlet red-eyed.

Candra regained control of space until the horizon was filled with gelita. The girl ended her search, taking a break in the waiting room. Trying to relax and catch your breath, it turns out the night sky is so beautiful. The moon looks closer than usual, round and accompanied by stars. Having just enjoyed the embrace, his attention was stolen when a plume of smoke rose. Apple has pulled back.

...-ooO-i...

The smell of burning smoke, black smoke that makes the night darker. The blue flames raged and ate the entire green living thing around. The blue fox demon stood in the middle of the place, surrounded by matching incandescent. He slashed the nine tails, appearing long again thick.

Clearly from a distance, the demon was rampaging. Scorching all things before his gray eyes. The blonde girl panicked, what should she do? If he fights, he has no preparation. Instantly the demon stopped, turning around with a sad look and lamenting the moon. Without taking any time Apple took a slow step, trying to get closer.

Knowing the existence of humans, the demon was shocked. The sad face turned irritated without a word. Blue fireballs blazing wildly circled. Soon he stretched out his left hand, followed by embers darting towards the blonde girl.

Apple throws a raga and rolls over. Almost, but the heat burned a little pink shirt. Debam. The fireball hit a solid tree in the back, hitting it to the ground again.

The girl patted his shirt gently before it was charred, while looking at the consequences the fire had. Very strong, spread to other trees. Exhausting bulb makes tightness. When Apple tried to get up, the fox stealthily launched the same attack. The round sky blue eyes reflected the sparkle of fire.

"If only ...."

...-ooO-i...

So serene. Splashing water from the bamboo pipes of the koi pond into a sentosa rhythm plus a small moonlight so soft. The black-clothed youth sat on the porch, holding the blonde girl holding the book of red-eyed old man's hand. The pale hand stroked, so slowly as if afraid to hurt even if just pressing.

"It! This what?" The innocent face looked at the young man, lifting up the book in which the picture of a small fox—like rat—tail nine.

"Change many of its kind, this is Pipe Fox because it's small."

"Yes! It's funny!"

The young man explained accompanied by a smile. Comfortable in his lap, a hug like silk.

The little girl showed her head to her airy chest. "I want one!"

"Yes? Looking for it."

"Eh? Can it really be caught?"

"It can be, by doing the contract."

"Contract? What kind of contract?"

"Hmmm like .. kitsune asks the soul to be exchanged for fidelity to death."

"Heh?! Can't!" Rushing the girl turned around and hugged the all-black young man, both tiny hands clutching at the neck. The little girl nagged, inviting the young man's light laughter.

"If you die .. don't go!"

The laughter loosened, carefully lifting the little one with both hands. Shiny blonde hair due to moonlight. The girl laughed, happy to be carried.

"Yes, I'm .. not going."

...-ooO-i...

"Stop!" Apple's breath tightened plus a fire bulb just to the girl's left. If only it was one second late, if only .. he did not care about the clothes that began to be eroded by the fire.

“I will give my soul to you, so please stop!"

Hearing that the fox fell silent. In the end, he said, "A group of people caught me and made me a slave, they don't want to make a contract because they know the consequences of his soul. Therefore I was treated harshly, they asked for help from the dark people. I was forced to kidnap, kill, steal, do vile things. I killed them and ran all the way to this place."

So who is the real devil? Apple fell silent, horrified and pitying. For a moment they just stared at each other until the blonde girl smiled until her blue eyes closed.

"Ehehehe, I won't do anything bad. Therefore make a contract, I will give up soul-"

Haven't finished the words yet, the demon body spread out. It turned into a giant blue flame, darting towards Apple. The blonde was surprised, the flames surrounded but strangely, not hot and instead penetrated into her. The girl fainted. The last thing he saw was the fox's smile.

The marble petals rolled up, showing off the whole lens of the sky. He felt dizzy, sitting while holding his head.

"Good morning," said the gentle fox demon who sat right by the side of the blonde girl.

Apple was surprised, until it stumbled on the head of the incident last night. "Hiih makes it a shock, but thanks for working together, I promise I will take care of you. By the way, your tail ...."

The demon slowly shook one of its own. "My powers are locked, remember? Now I'm yours, Master."

At the eastern end of the sun waving its kiran; the wind was so peaceful; the cloud dance was heart-soothing; the red mega welcomed morning. Finding a shabby shirt, Apple rushed away, not forgetting to pull the demon's hand. What's the rush for? The academy is quiet as always.

The girl muttered, confused should he what kind of demon this one. Indeed Apple already has Sigillium—alat sealing spirit—assist him to become Tamer. Still don't know how to use it. Just looking at the square glass in the grasp, all three white gems and needles were clearly visible inside. Perhaps in the rule book there is an explanation of Sigillium, if he finds the bag ....

The fox demon patted his new Master's shoulder, after seeing the worry. Apple was stunned, they stared at each other for a long time. It was clear that sadness was painted on his face.

"Ah, don't worry. Just think of the bag" Apple said.

"Bag?"

"Yes, yesterday was left behind and probably brought by brother."

"Sister? Is there anything related to him?"

"Nonstone? This is?" Apple thrust a Sigillium and the demon sniffed it, can he track? The demon ran, followed by the blonde girl.

A crackling echoed in the hallway, but it belonged to the demon not as if it had no tread. The run was fast but still this girl could follow. Turn around; go through a few blocks; until they're in front of the main office, but why?

The breath of fireworks after running that fast, while the fox was ordinary. "Ah, hah .. kenap---"

As soon as the office door opened, the black-haired female gasped at the sight of the two creatures in front. "Who? Apple?" the eve was astonished, especially the pink clothes of the tattered girl and the fox demon standing on the side.

"Mi-mizu's? Oh, yeah, see Jin?"

"Jin? Why look-oh, bag huh? Here, Jin left it to me, he's having an exam." Mizu immediately gave Apple's Advance Bag. It's just that Vermillion is hard to find, he's testing. Must be busy studying and completing the mission.

Blue eyes sparkling, happy to finally bag back. Without time, Apple pulled the demon's hand back. They run again, aren't they tired? Actually, Mizu is still astonished, why are there stealth and tame? There is something more important than thinking about it. The task piles up, can not waste time even for a second.

...-ooO-i...

In his room Apple slammed on the mattress, finally really breathing a sigh of relief. The fox demon was sitting there. Seeing him made Apple remember, then took all the stuff out of Advance Bag. Screaming, do not forget the ancient storybook.

The girl fell silent, actually wanting to read the rule book and learn about Sigillium. But somehow, something in this book keeps haunting. How surprised he was, how could the second sheet already have contents. Since when? This girl doesn't remember, what a moment---

As Apple continued to open the sheet, page seven glowed. The beam highlights to the point that it must turn its face until it disappears. Eyes wide, not believing what is seen.

The image of the youth followed by the women, there was a distance between them. The woman in the back and the young man in the front. Even so, the young man looked at him with a different background from the page that had been seen. Beautiful, like a park crossed by a rainbow.

It says: "How long will it be there, he doesn't know. However, the witches stubbornly rejected what hope demanded. Keep following the next and the next tomorrow, on a hot day; snow; rain. 'Brapped yourself?' The witch laughed looking at him who was shocked. Showing something that has never been seen, the opposite of him and what he lived. A lonely hope, seeing things so colorful. The world is vast, warm feelings enter the heart. He also saw, that the witch and her world were full of hues, like a rainbow."

It was drawn on a very thick seventh sheet like the other nine. Only the first sheet, the second, and the seventh have contents, the rest? Blank. The other thin sheet is still full of illegible writing, especially some of the ink is spread like exposed to water at some point.

With a blank look, Apple fell silent on the bed. The fox demon again worried, holding slowly the girl's hand.

Apple regained consciousness and returned to its world. "Ah, it's okay. Oh yeah, haven't had time to ask .. What's your name?"

"Pipe Fox."

The girl's head ached, the pain so much that she couldn't think. A blurred vision, like something was forcing its way into the head. It's terrible pain; nausea; wanting to vomit; cold sweats ....

...-ooO-i...

What is this, a punishment for me? I'm haunted by guilt, yes, at least I still consider this a punishment for my actions.

'Are you okay with this?'

I spend time alone, alone again. Hiding and running, behind the shadows. I know I shouldn't have done that. My heart is pounding, very tight. I don't know what happened the first time I experienced this. However, I felt a real pain in my chest. Every time I step, it feels empty. Something slashed the contents in the ribs. I don't want to win, I don't want to lose. Can't fight your own feelings, what exactly is this? In heart ....

'Is that right?'

If I had to fall to hell and be saved, maybe we'd meet each other in heaven. If not, please ..give me a proper punishment in hell. You are holy, you must be in heaven right now. If the place is full of emptiness, let us go there. I want to meet you, will I meet you? Now, I want to end it all.

'Goodbye.'

Man is so fragile, so are you. My tight grip left you helpless, saying with your weak voice, panting. Speak with your childlike voice. Do I deserve to be called a human? Even the heart has changed shape. Sharp, snatch something valuable to them. To someone who doesn't deserve to be called a human like me, you smile. Even at times like that, giving different things to me.

You're so colorful, not like me. I even forgot the important words you gave me. I'm constantly haunted by guilt, which is why I call this punishment. However, you're always there, smiling as if this isn't important. Do you love myself? Even in the last second keep smiling at me, I don't understand. What feelings am I experiencing?

'thank you.'

I may be the luckiest person in the world, but I'm the most selfish. Once enveloped in a warm feeling, when given a second chance. Feelings like the old days, when you showed me things, were shining light on me. Unthinkable to me, would the same thing happen? I knew I shouldn't have done the thing I used to do, so I ran.

Every time I walk, I feel pain all over my body. I've never felt anything like this before, what exactly is this? But you keep smiling at me, making my heart shake. I don't understand, my eyes drain something, is this called crying? I know this is a punishment for me, after what I did. I don't even remember the last word from you. I broke the promise. Actually, what am I feeling? I want to end it all.

I hope you're ready.