A Bunny, a Shark, and a Demon Princess

Eleo leaned over the side of the boat, peering into the shimmering blue water. "Wow, here I am, off to fight the strongest!" he exclaimed, wonder filling his voice. "This is incredible! Hahaha!"

Curiosity got the better of him as he dipped his head closer to the water. "Hmm, I wonder what's under here…" He plunged his head into the cool water, his wide eyes scanning the underwater world.

Schools of colorful fish darted past, shimmering like tiny rainbows. Crabs scuttled along the sandy bottom, and turtles glided gracefully through the currents. There were all kinds of creatures beneath the surface, and Eleo's thoughts raced.

Wow, look at all this! I thought there'd be nothing but water… maybe a seaweed or two. This is amazing! I mean, unless there's some kind of mon—

His thought was interrupted as a shadow loomed. A massive creature with jagged teeth, glowing eyes, and a face that could haunt dreams came into view. Its enormous size dwarfed Eleo's tiny boat, and it stared straight at him.

Eleo's eyes widened, his ears stiffening in alarm. He yanked his head out of the water so fast he nearly fell backward. "NEVER MIND!" he shouted, clutching the edges of the boat. His heart pounded as he paddled furiously to put distance between himself and whatever that was.

Breathing heavily, he glanced back at the water and muttered, "Nope. Nope, nope, nope. I'll stick to fighting on land, thank you very much."

Eleo sat cross-legged on the remains of his boat, tapping his chin. "Okay, so… Pork Island, Pork Island, Pork Island. Where even is Pork Island?" he wondered aloud, squinting at the horizon as if it would magically point him in the right direction.

Just as he was pondering, a giant shark burst out of the water with its massive jaws wide open. "AHHHH!" Eleo yelped, diving backward as the shark slammed onto the boat, shattering half of it into splinters.

Eleo scrambled to his feet, pointing an accusatory finger at the shark. "YOU JERK! LUCY PAID FOR THIS BOAT!" he yelled, his voice echoing over the waves. "Come back and fight me like a proper sea monster!"

The shark circled back, its fin cutting through the water like a blade. Eleo narrowed his eyes, standing at the edge of the remaining chunk of boat. "Oh, I know you're coming… You think you can surprise me?"

Right on cue, the shark leapt out of the water again, aiming to crush the rest of the boat. But Eleo was ready. He launched himself into the air, flipping over the shark as it chomped down on the boat, leaving nothing but floating debris.

"GOT YOU!" Eleo shouted as he flopped onto the shark's back, gripping its fin with all his strength.

The shark thrashed violently, whipping its body left and right. "Wooooah! Calm down, fish face!" Eleo yelled, holding on for dear life as the shark sped through the water at breakneck speed.

The creature leapt into the air, crashing back down with a massive splash, trying to shake Eleo off. But Eleo held firm, gritting his teeth. "Nice try, but I'm not letting go that easily!"

The shark spun, dove deep, then rocketed back to the surface, leaping out again in a desperate attempt to throw him off. Eleo, soaked and clinging to the slippery fin, let out a laugh. "Is that all you've got? I've ridden faster slides at the playground!"

The shark thrashed wildly, its massive body colliding with underwater rocks. Each impact sent shockwaves through Eleo's small frame, but he refused to let go. "Ow! Okay! I get it! You're mad! But could you stop hitting stuff with me?!" he groaned, his grip tightening around the slippery fin.

As the shark finally surfaced again, Eleo squinted and spotted an island in the distance. His eyes lit up. "That's gotta be Pork Island! Or… at least an island with pork on it!"

The shark made a sharp turn, and Eleo used the momentum to climb onto its back. Standing precariously, he steadied himself like a wobbly surfer. "Alright, Fish Face, thanks for the ride, but this is my stop!" He bent his knees and leapt into the air with all his might.

Eleo sailed through the sky, his ears flapping in the wind as he aimed for the sandy shore. "Here I come, Pork Island!" he shouted.

He landed face-first in the sand with a loud thud, sending a small cloud of dust around him. He groaned, spitting out grains of sand as he sat up. "Ugh… gross! I've had better meals than this!" He stuck out his tongue, furiously wiping at it. "Stupid shark! You didn't even drop me off properly!"

Looking down, he noticed his back felt lighter. He gasped. "Nooooo! My backpack! Lucy packed me snacks! And socks! That jerk shark probably ate it! Ugh!"

Shaking off his frustration, Eleo glanced up at the towering forest in front of him. The trees loomed high, their thick canopy blocking most of the sunlight. "So… this is Pork Island? Or maybe it's, like… Chicken Island? Or Random Jungle Island?" He rubbed his head in confusion, his ears twitching. "Welp, only one way to find out!"

He stood up, brushing the sand off his overalls. "Alright, jungle, show me what you've got!" he declared confidently, stepping into the dense forest. But as soon as he took his first step, a low growl echoed from the shadows.

Eleo froze. "Uh… okay. On second thought… maybe you don't have to show me everything right away." He chuckled nervously, inching forward. "But, y'know, I'm not scared or anything. Nope. Totally fine. Just a friendly bunny exploring a mysterious island. What could possibly go wrong?"

And with that, he ventured deeper into the forest.

Eleo strolled through the forest, hopping over roots and ducking under low-hanging branches, his voice echoing through the trees as he sang a completely ridiculous song:

🎵 "I'm a bunny, a super strong bunny,

Not too smart, but my punches are funny!

Hop to the left, hop to the right,

I'll kick a bad guy right outta sight!

Carrots are yummy, I eat them all day,

Except when they're stolen, then I make 'em pay!

Do-do-do-do, I'm the best, oh yeah,

Who needs a plan when you've got bunny flair?" 🎵

He added a little skip to his step, spinning around dramatically as he continued, his voice getting louder:

🎵 "Strongest in the world, you better watch out,

When Eleo's around, bad guys will shout!

'Oh no, it's that bunny, he's coming for us!'

And I'll say, 'Darn right!' while they cry and fuss!" 🎵

As he was about to launch into the next nonsensical verse, a faint murmur stopped him in his tracks. He perked up his ears, tilting his head to listen.

Voices.

He crouched low, his nose twitching. "Wait… is that people talking?" he whispered to himself, excitement bubbling up. "Alright, Eleo, time to make some new friends—or punch some bad guys. Maybe both!"

Eleo crawled into the bush, parting the leaves carefully to get a better look at the scene ahead. His wide eyes locked onto the unusual figure tangled in a net hanging from the trees.

The girl had large, almond-shaped eyes with bright golden-yellow irises that glowed faintly in the dim light, their luminescence unmistakably revealing her demonic heritage. Her rich, dark brown skin shimmered with an exotic and regal air, suggesting someone of great importance.

Her dark purple hair, styled in playful high ponytails, swayed lightly with her movements. Ornate hairpins shaped like intricate symbols rested in her hair, adding to her royal appearance. Her outfit was unlike anything Eleo had ever seen—she wore a dark, velvety dress that shifted between deep purple and black with every flicker of light. Gold embroidery in the shape of ancient demonic symbols adorned the fabric, giving her an almost mystical aura.

Her long, bell-shaped sleeves pulsed faintly with a red glow, as though they were imbued with some kind of magic. She also wore knee-high boots with silver buckles shaped like demon wings, completing her striking, otherworldly appearance.

Eleo's jaw dropped slightly. "Whoa… she looks… weird. But, like, a cool weird? Is she… evil? I mean, she's in a net, so maybe she's not the bad one? Or maybe she is? But those two guys don't seem so nice either..."

The girl thrashed against the net, her golden-yellow eyes glowing brighter with fury. Her voice was sharp and venomous, laced with a commanding edge. "Let me go, you pathetic jerks! Do you have any idea who you're messing with? My knights will find you, and when they do, they'll cut your tongues out and serve them to the hounds!"

The two men in suits exchanged a glance before bursting into laughter, their cruel cackles echoing through the forest.

"Yeah, right," said the first man, his smug grin resting on his hand. "A demon princess, huh? Spare us the drama. Your knights aren't here, and you're nothing but a payday to us."

The second man sneered, stepping closer to the net and inspecting her horns. "You demons think you're so special. But you're just parts to us. Horns, tail, wings—they're worth a fortune on the black market. Imagine how much we'll make off you!"

The girl's eyes widened in horror for a split second before narrowing into a murderous glare. Her voice dripped with venomous sarcasm. "Oh, brilliant plan, genius. You want to mess with me, a demon princess, and think you'll live to brag about it? I'm going to enjoy ripping you both apart limb by limb when I get out of this net."

"Yeah, yeah," said the first man, waving dismissively. "You wouldn't even scratch us. Now stop squirming; it'll make this easier."

Hidden in the bushes, Eleo crouched low, his ears twitching as he whispered to himself. "Okay, uh… so, demon? What's a demon? Is she bad? I mean, she looks angry enough to bite their heads off, but those two guys… They don't seem nice either." He rubbed his chin, deep in thought. "Are they the bad guys? Or is she the bad one? Ugh, why is this so confusing?!"

He peeked through the leaves again, watching the girl thrash violently, her hairpins catching the light as she struggled.

The demon girl snarled, her voice dripping with disdain. "You're lucky I don't have my magic right now, or you'd already be piles of ash! When my knights find me, you're both dead men walking. And trust me, I'll make sure it's slow and painful."

The second man chuckled, clearly unimpressed. "Yeah, yeah. Keep dreaming, princess. We've heard it all before. Now shut it, or we'll gag you."

"I'd like to see you try," she snapped, her sharp teeth glinting as she bared them at her captors.

Eleo scratched his head, frowning. "Okay, she's definitely scary… but they're kinda scary too. So who's the real bad guy here?" He hesitated, his hand twitching over the bush as he debated whether to jump in or stay hidden.