Baptism

Arlayna, the Goddess of Lightning, walked through the glowing elven lights, making her way back home to a dimension filled with shimmering purple dust. She gently placed the small fox on her bed, clutching her precious egg close to her heart.

"Wait here, my child."

she said softly,

"I must perform the ritual to awaken and heal my baby in the pool of lightning. You are different from us, and the pool could be dangerous for you. Please be patient."

Arlayna left for the pool of lightning, setting up a comfortable spot for her cherished egg. Slowly, she began to disrobe, letting her flowing gown slip gracefully to the ground, revealing her flawless, ethereal beauty.

With care, she held her egg and stepped toward the pool, slowly submerging herself along with it. As she waded deeper, her violet hair began to glow, casting a radiant purple light.

Arlayna kissed the egg, her most treasured possession. The egg began to shine, expanding until it reached a length of 1.5 meters. Then, it transformed into a petite female figure with jade-colored skin, long, shining white hair, and a doll-like face.

Cradling the new life in her arms, Arlayna whispered.

My dear child, I name you Kaylessa Fentris. Accept your mother's blessing."

As she spoke, mysterious runes appeared, swirling into Kaylessa's body, enhancing her strength.

Lvl 5 | Kaylessa Fentris | Divine Wisp | HP: 730/730 | ET: 750/750 | Exp: 0/1000

Str: 15 | Dex: 20 | Vit: 14 | Def: 14 | Mdef: 22 | Crit: 21

Status: Soul Companion

Skills: Thunderbolt (10/10)

Bloodline: Thunder Militia (1/1)

Title: Griller

The small fox, watching from the bed, realized something: the tiny figure before her was actually female. She blushed, embarrassed by the fact that she had unintentionally chosen a girl as her lifelong companion, bonding them as a pair.

When Kaylessa finally opened her eyes, they were now a stunning shade of purplish blue. At first, she seemed confused. She tried to float, as she always did, but, unaware of her transformation, she stumbled into the pool.

Arlayna giggled softly and embraced her daughter.

"Do not worry, my love."

she reassured her

"for I am your mother, and you are Kaylessa Fentris now. This is our home."

Arlayna recounted the events to Kaylessa, explaining their situation. Noticing her daughter scanning the room, searching for something, she smiled and led her out of the pool.

With a snap of her fingers, tiny glowing fairies appeared, bringing clothes; it was an elegant purple gown for Arlayna and a blue dress for Kaylessa.

"My child, the one you're looking for is lying on the bed."

Kaylessa rushed over and, upon seeing the small fox, scooped her up in a tight hug.

"Stop squeezing me! Let go!"

The fox squeaked, her voice strained under Kaylessa's newfound strength.

Kaylessa panicked and quickly released her, gently patting her fur in apology.

"I'm sorry," she said. "I didn't mean to... I don't know my own strength yet."

"It's fine,"

The fox sighed, relieved.

"But you really scared me when you got sick in that cave. Please, don't do that again!"

Kaylessa nodded, holding the tiny fox in her arms. After a moment, she turned to her mother with a hopeful look in her eyes.

"Mom, could you give my friend a name too?"

Arlayna chuckled, unable to refuse her daughter's excited request.

"Little Kitsune, if I remember correctly, your clan names its children once they reach Level 2 on their own. But you're already at Level 3 and still without a name. Can you tell me why?"

The fox lowered her head, explaining the tragic events her tribe endured at the hands of humans.

"I see"

Arlayna said softly.

"I cannot name you, for I am not your mother. But if you choose to accept me as your master, I can fulfill that request."

Without hesitation, the little fox nodded.

"Yes, master."

Arlayna smiled, pricking her finger and letting a drop of her divine blood fall onto the fox's forehead.

Kaylessa placed the fox on the ground, and a mist began to envelope her. The mist grew taller, swelling to 1.8 meters. Within the fog, the faint outline of a feminine figure emerged, her form curvaceous with long, dark hair.

When the mist cleared, the small fox had transformed into a statuesque woman, standing 1.8 meters tall, with two black tails swishing gently behind her. Her crimson eyes shone brightly.

"Splendid," Arlayna said with a smile. "From now on, your name will be Ayaka."

Ayaka's face lit up with happiness. Despite all she had been through, meeting Kaylessa was the best thing that had ever happened to her.

Lvl 5 | Ayaka | Twin-Tail Kitsune | HP: 220/220 | ET: 940/940 | Exp: 0/8,000

Str: 15 | Dex: 16 | Vit: 12 | Def: 16 | Mdef: 16 | Crit: 6

Status: Kaylessa Fentris' Soul Companion

Skills: Fox Fire (9/9)

Bloodline Skill: Barrier