Unravelling Illusions

I could feel my energy draining as I transformed into the Celestial Ivory Ascendant form. I had to save Kaito, and I would pay whatever price necessary. As I saw the arrow flying towards Kaito's neck, I acted quickly. With the increased speed of my transformation, I was able to grab Kaito and move him out of harm's way.

We ran as fast as we could, trying to get away from Kuro who had been shooting at us. I knew that we needed to keep moving, but my body was already feeling the effects of my transformation. I could feel my strength fading, but I refused to give up.

As we ventured deeper into the fortress, we stumbled upon a chamber where we found Yume, a half-human, half-kitsune. She was naked, chained, and weakened. Her appearance was captivating; she looked like a normal girl, but with fox ears and a fox tail.

"Thank you for coming, but I don't deserve to be rescued. I was foolish to trust Akiyama Nichi."