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Chapter 7 - Iron Fox Lord

Then all of a sudden a blast of pressure flew out from the core, pushing Regen and Vetiol quite a few feet back while sitting, and in front of Zarue's hand was a head, rubbing against his hand, a massive smile on Zarue's face. A full grown adult fox was sitting there in front of him, tail wagging in the air happily. This fox was a stunning emerald green with cloud like vortex's at its feet and tip of its tail, and silver streaks like that of lightning across its fur!

The feel of the fox's fur was very soft to the touch. So soft if Zarue knew how royal fabrics felt, he would know from the get go that his summon was softer and much more lucious in color than anything that could be found or felt that money could buy.

The fox pulled away and looked at Zarue, its eyes now open, revealing deep violet and intelligent eyes, that were also very happy. The fox stood up and did what looked like a bow as its mouth opened up and a voice, somewhat soft yet very powerful in presence as if coming from someone with a royalty background was speaking.

"Young Master! What a joyous day that I am finally able to speak with you after so long. Oops, please do not mind that slip. I have been looking forward to the day where we would finally make our contract together! The fact that you were able to do it so soon has me very happy. I have been watching over you as the Ironwood Tree Lord Essence since you were first born. You have two very wonderful mothers. Until you can think of a name for me Young Master, you may refer to me as Iron Fox Lord." As the fox said this it kept its head bowed the entire time. Both Regen and Vetiol's mouth were open agape from the shock of not only what would be described as a mythic beast, but a talking one at that!

Zarue was stunned and then smiled a kind smile. "Please, raise your head. I might be your master by contract for when we formed the spirit core and that is how it had to be done. However, you are my partner. You have been here longer than I have, you know more things and people then I do. I will be coming to you for advice as well when things come to a point where my moms can not help either. So, please refer to me as Zarue most times. I am sure there will be times that referring to me as 'Young Master' will be beneficial. But here amongst our family, no." Zarue finished with a bigger smile as he pet the fox. Which in turn made the fox lift its head up proudly and look up at the now standing Zarue.

"As you wish Zarue." The fox said happily with its tail wagging more as a happy whine came from him. The fox then turned to his moms and gave a a respectful bow to them. "Hello, I will be under Zarue's care which in turn yours as well, I hope to not impose upon you, and do not worry, I do not eat actual food Regen. So you can still get your nice portion of meat that you enjoy." The fox barked in laughter. Which made everyone else laugh.

"Welcome to the family you big fluff." Regen stated happily, offering her hand in handshake which was accepted.

"Yes, welcome indeed, please be patient with us as we learn together." Vetiol said warmly as she gently petted the foxes head.

"Oh my, it is getting late already. Ok you three we need to head back home now before it gets any later and gets dark, do not need to get lost on the way home now do we?" Regen asked with a smile.

The others shook their heads no, and as they were about to load up the fox spoke up.

"Zarue, how would you like the chance to make that bag your mom Regen mentioned. I can help guide you and make it to where there can be a bottomless and weightless enchantment on it, also making it indestructible with the ironwood tree that you fell. Its Ki was the strongest under me and I was happy this was the one you felled." Stated the fox.

Zarue smiled massively at this thought and pondered, "Could I make one for my moms so our stuff will be separated?" Was the first thing that came from his mouth.

"Zarue, one chunk of the ironwood tree will make two bags easily. Leaving some wood left over. Quickly sit in a cross legged meditative stance and focus on this chunk here I have placed in front of you. Now as you focus on the Ki of that wood place your hand upon the log with an image of what you want the bag took like and what you want it to do." Guided the fox

Zarue followed the instructions but instead of bags coming to mind something else happened instead.

Celestial System activated. Welcome Summoner, you may call me Celeste.

Master has started a new process that the system deems… unneeded and asks to take a different approach but will still achieve the same goal.

Even though surprised Zarue stayed focussed on the Ki of the log and agreed with the system. 'Alright Celeste, I will hear you out, we need to keep it quick before it gets dark, also, please call me Zarue.'

Understood, while a bag will do what you need, you can achieve something just as remarkable but more inconspicuous and harder to steal. You can make three rings, one for yourself and one for each of your moms, all three with infinite storage, which will be a little plot of land where many things can be stored plus it is already weightless. Also, all three with indestructible because of the ironwood tree Ki, already guaranteed with how strong the Ki is, and lastly, you can make the rings only wearable by you and their respective owners, making it to where they can never be stolen. This is because the moment the rings leave the finger the weight of them becomes immeasurable. Celeste chimed, shall we begin?