Fox Er's scathing words knocked the wind out of Fox San's sails. He had only wanted to find a reliable ally, not too dim one, and how had it turned into him being a ride voluntarily offered up?
His judgment was usually good, so why had he failed to recognize this?
Feeling disillusioned and dazed, a glimmer of hope caught the attention of Fox San, who had just been promoted to the position of 'family's youngest'. It was the faint glow of a candle coming from the woodshed, his final refuge.
"Enough with the long face. Before we embark for Ning Province, follow me to the Imperial City Secret Realm for a quick lesson. How much you learn depends on your own luck." Seeing Fox San sufficiently distraught, Fox Er casually tossed him an apple.
Fox San was incredibly moved, and wiped his nose on Fox Er's sleeve while bowing his head, "Mom, I knew you still loved me."
"Indeed, I do appreciate your optimism and self-confidence," Fox Er responded.
