Feasting your eyes on the ever-increasing number of Movies the Shop has is a tiresome process.
Taking note of where the Foxes are, your Girlfriends are in the Food lane, while Kally is looking at the Childs Toy Lane. You decide to walk over to them.
Walking up to them, you overhear a fragment of their talk,
"Mommy, can I have this please?" Tilu asks her Mother with pleading eyes.
"Some other time Sweety, we don't want to increase Master Dan's Costs." Kally says, your heart brakes.
The Daemon breaks into your thoughts,
"Careful Milord, that was a powerful emotional shock. Beware to not overthink it." he says, his presence fading slowly.
A feeling of despair and even the urge to cry claws it's way into your Heart. You quickly regain your senses and walk determined towards Kally. Tilu holding Mila, while their Mother stares at the Prices.
"So you did fake it..." you confront her, having had your suspicions about her recent words.
"Master Dan I... We didn't want to be a bother to you three." Kally expresses, staring at the Ground.
Glancing over to Tilu, sharing the expression of her Mother.
Mila on the other end looks happy to see you.
"Come you three, pick something out." you tell them, shoving the pain aside.
"Master Dan, you can't just increase your expenses because of us!" Kally argues.
Letting out a Sigh, mustering your Strength all into one sentence.
"I was in the same situation as you when I was little. Afraid of tomorrow, but I swore to take on the bad and make my Families live a happy one. *sob*" you mumble, Kally still understands.
"Master that's another reason why we shouldn't add to your expenses. We don't deserve it." Kally utters, letting her head drop.
"Ha, I got enough. Let's go you three. That was an order." you declare.
You gesture to Tilu to let you hold Mila, she does as said. Kally's expression is filled with curiosity.
You walk over to where Mila saw her desired Toy, you crouch down, letting Mila take a closer look.
"Which one you want?" you ask her. She gives you a nervous look.
"It's okay if you don't want one, we'll find something else for your Sister and Mommy." you clarify your intentions.
Mila looks happily around, wagging her little tail. Her reaction brings you joy.
"Master Dan, can we go there please?" Mila points out to a nearby lane.
Slowly walking towards it, it's a Plants & Seeds Lane.
"Mommy wanted some Plants... can we buy her some please?~" Mila asks, almost begging.
"S-s-sure, do you know what kind of Plants she wants?" you ask the small Fox.
She looks behind her to see where her Mommy is, she is looking at Children's Toys still.
"Kally, Tilu come here please." you call out to them.
They swiftly arrive beside you.
They look curious down the lane, Kally is probably already fantasizing about the Herbs but her expression quickly darkens.
"Alright Kally, go pick out some Herbs you deem worthy of your attention." you offer her.
Her expression is one an indecisiveness and confusion, with too many options at hand.
"How many can I pick Master Dan?" Kally asks.
The Little Fox whispers a number into your Ear, a clear and understandable 5. Relaying the number to Kally, she immediately looks for those special five types of Plants she desires.
"Tilu, what do you want?" you ask the Older Daughter of Kally.
"Uh, that is... I don't know." she mumbles, the question catching her off-guard.
Your Fox Girlfriends arrive, they look down the Lane and notice Kally eagerly trying to decide what to pick. Katie decides to join her, showing interest in Herbs.
"Tilu want to pick something out for yourself?" Kate asks her.
Tilu seems to be more open now, seeming relaxed and free of bother. It could be because her Master's generosity is overwhelming for her.
"Master Dan~, how much can we buy?~" Mila worries.
"Don't worry, we got enough. What do you want?" you ask the small Fox.
She starts to think, wagging her Tail almost like a helicopter. Fox Children don't seem to have much control of their Tail, considering her Tail is moving chaotically. But that makes it super cute.
"Master Dan~, can I have a Book please?" Mila seemingly begs.
"First, can you read?" you question her.
"Not yet, but I wanted Mommy to read me a Goodnight Story~" Mila confesses.
"Alright, you can pick any 2 you want." you propose.
Mila's reaction is priceless as if hugging isn't enough to melt your Heart then her glowing eyes when she sees the selection of the books will.
She seems to be staring at one on the Top Shelf, quite interesting to see that Mila's chosen book is about Spirits finding their Resting place.
In the Human world, a matter related to death.
In the Fox World, a Goodnight Story for Children. Fascinating, flipping through the book it doesn't have anything confusing for Mila, rather. Sweet and Relaxing.
"Can we afford this one?" Mila utters.
"Surely, one more book of your choice. Then we need to get home, it's getting late." you tell the Child.
Mila points at her desired book, you reach to grab it.
Taking a look at the Title, Stories for Fox Kids. A simple yet interesting Book, rather a collection of over 100 stories specifically for very young Foxes, written by Foxes.
"I like this one, can we buy it?~" Mila asks, with pleading eyes.
"Of course Mila!" you express.
Your Girlfriends, Kally and Tilu have caught up to you.
"Owner, it's getting late, and we need to eat Dinner." Katie says, anxiously.
Swiftly heading over to the Frozen Food lane, you grab a pack of Spaghetti, showing it to your Family shows high desire for it. You put 3 in Kate's basket.
Mila is carefully following your decision making, perhaps even learning from it.
"Master, what are these?" Kate curiously asks, holding a bag of frozen fruit in her hand.
"Frozen Fruit ay? You want some?" you ask the family, knowing the answer.
Everyone stares at you patiently, awaiting your answer. Eager to dig straight into the bag, devouring the fruits frozen as they are, the Foxes wag their Tails uncontrollably.
Putting three bags into Kate's basket.
Tilu got a few books about Firearms. You take a quick peek at them,
"Nice choice Tilu. You interested?" you question the older Daughter.
"Y-yes, Master Dan, is that a concern for you?" she asks, anxious about your interest.
"Not at all! I actually would be curious about them as well." you confess your intention.
Lastly give Mila back to her Mother, grabbing her Basket in exchange and quickly grabbing two Quad-packs of Water. The Basket resists the weight.
Walking towards the Checkout you look at what your Girlfriends found other then what you put in their Baskets.
Katie has a few Cans of Meat, a few different vegetables and most noticeable, Onions. Their smell is making your appetite for one of them rise.
Checking-out, the Cost of everything is a solid 120,000 Roubles. Most of the Funds went towards the Food and Books respectively. Between them a mass of other necessities.
"Master Dan, that is too expensive. Please reconsider." Kally confesses, frightened.
"Everything is fine, please don't worry." you comfort Kally, handing the Cashier the Money.
Together you head Home, happy to have made a Shopping Trip. The Foxes are happy, meaning you are happy. A sinister voice cracks the joyful aura,
"You're not arrogant like the rest.... you're a noble one. Your intentions, still unclear... to me." the voice utters, disordered its words.
"Pff... arrogant? Me? No way." you think to yourself, reacting to the voice's words.
The Voice lets out a frown, slowly fading out.
Arriving home after a long day is the best feeling. Unlocking and opening the door for everyone to get in, you follow last.
"Could you two make Dinner, I need to plan something?" you question your Girlfriends.
"Sure, do you need help with something?" Kate asks.
"No I am fine, just some Weapons Maintenance" you explain.
Thinking of your Sentence your recourse the recent events, thinking Tilu can learn something from your Maintenance.
"Tilu, want to learn something New?" you ask the Fox. She blushes immediately as a reaction.
"Y-yes Master Dan." she stutters to say.
You head towards your Weapons Chamber and leave the door open so you can monitor the Action in the House.
Sitting down at the Table, you unload your Rifle. Tilu watches closely standing beside you.
"Sit down please." you tell her.
"I-i don't think I should sit" she mumbles.
"Heh, alright. I order you to sit down." you proudly announce.
Kally and Mila help your Girlfriends make dinner. Of course, Mila is just watching but, she seems to enjoy it. Perhaps she learns something, Tilu is silently watching as you work the action of your Rifle. The sound produced make her Ears twitch every time.
"Tomorrow I can teach you something about Rifles Tilu, what do you say?" you ask the Fox.
"I wouldn't want to waste your Time Master Dan." she says disappointed.
"Don't worry, as long as you learn something new and interesting everything is fine." you comfort her fear. She blossoms up again.
Eating Dinner is a bit tight when it comes to Space. Everyone is trying their best, your Foxes made a very delicious dinner.
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce. Simple yet so delicious, most importantly, it's made with love and care.
After satisfying your Hunger, you start to assign everyone to their Sleeping Quarters.
"For now, I'll take the Couch. I want Kally and Daughter's in the Guest Room and my Girlfriends upstairs. Understood?" you ask, dominantly.
Kally gives you a grateful nod, Mila is slowly falling asleep in her Mothers arms, a soothing sight.
"Thank you Master Dan for your Hospitality and your Foxes for the delicious Dinner." Kally says in a gentle tone.
"We made it together." your Foxes add.
Kally smiles at them, slowly heading towards the Guest bedroom shown to them by Kate earlier.
Minutes pass and the House went silent, an interesting feeling you get. One of safety even.
Slowly lying down, you hide a 9x18mm Pistol under your pillow, feeling that perhaps some Moron has some funny ideas. Only for them to land, together with him, in a Grave.
Gently drifting into slumber, the silence of the House and the Outside noises make up the ambient sound of your Sleep.