"A story?"

She nodded. "Something to let you know that I really mean no harm."

Ah, he did so enjoy the way the little one thought. Little risk and an opportunity for something much more rewarding—knowledge. "What story would accomplish such a lofty goal?"

"My story," she said, smiling gently. Her hands finally tucked back in her lap, no longer trailing about as they had earlier.

"Kitsunes do love a good tale." He confirmed.

She laughed. "That I definitely knew."

Kagome shifted her position slightly, crossing her legs out in front of her and reaching for another one of the berries they'd collected earlier. After she had mulled over the fruit—and most like over how best to begin—she cleared her throat.

"So I guess I should clarify who exactly it is I'm traveling with…"


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