The moment Alex stepped forward with resolve in his heart, a strange force rippled through the [Shadow Pet Space].
Alphox, still reclining lazily, perked up, his glowing eyes narrowing as the space around Alex started to shimmer unnaturally.
"What's happening?" Alex asked, a sharp edge of panic in his voice.
Alphox tilted his head, then smirked.
"It seems your time here has run out, human. My connection to you can only sustain you in here for so long. You'll be ejected momentarily."
"Wait, what?!" Alex exclaimed, the ground beneath him trembling.
Before Alphox could respond, the shadows swallowed Alex whole, and in the blink of an eye, he found himself standing back in the vibrant, tranquil landscape of the Fox Tribe Village.
The stark contrast between the dark, oppressive energy of Alphox's domain and the soft hues of the village made Alex dizzy for a moment.
Alex glanced around.