The morning sun shines, and the courtyard of the shrine is filled with fresh air and lush greenery. Sakura and Night Fox begin their day's work in this peaceful morning. Today, they are planting new seedlings, symbolizing their determination to protect the land and the future together.
Sakura, dressed in her elegant shrine maiden outfit, kneels on the ground with a small shovel in hand, carefully preparing the soil bed for a young seedling. Every movement she makes reflects her respect and care for nature. She softly says to Night Fox, "Look at these seedlings, they will soon grow into big trees, bringing more vitality to the shrine."
Night Fox stood beside her, holding the thick scroll in his hands. His brow furrowed slightly, as if trying to understand the incantations within the scroll. At her words, he looked up at Little Sakura and smiled, "You really have a way with these plants. I hope to learn these incantations well too, to protect our home."
Little Sakura put down her shovel and looked up at Night Fox with encouragement, "You can definitely do it, Night Fox. You're already learning so quickly, and you always know the right method when we need it most."
A light breeze blew by, lifting the petals beside the two, gently scattering them. Night Fox set the scroll aside and decided to join Sakura's work, bending down to pick up another small shovel to help. "Let me help you," he said, his movements a bit awkward but full of enthusiasm.
Sakura looked at Night Fox's clumsy yet earnest appearance and couldn't help but laugh lightly. She teasingly said, "It seems that even monsters have things they're not good at."
Night Fox pretended to be sad and put on a sorrowful expression: "Oh, it seems like I can't be perfect in every field after all."
Sakura gently pushed Night Fox and said with a smile, "Don't be silly, I was just joking. It's great to have you, whether it's planting trees or learning spells."
Their conversation and laughter echoed in the courtyard in the early morning, creating a relaxed and joyful atmosphere that made the morning particularly beautiful. In this land nurtured by love, Little Sakura and Night Fox not only planted trees, but also planted hope for the future.
Later, Night Fox picked up the scroll again and continued studying.
"These words are really hard to understand," Night Fox said with a furrowed brow, speaking softly to Sakura. His voice revealed a sense of frustration.
Sakura stopped her work, stood up, and walked over to Night Fox in the midst of the flying dust. She gently said, "Let me help you, Night Fox. These ancient texts require a special way of understanding."
They sat down side by side, and Sakura patiently explained the meaning of each symbol and incantation. Night Fox listened attentively, nodding from time to time, his eyes gradually lighting up with understanding.
"I see, so this symbol represents protection, and this one represents harmony," Night Fox murmured to himself, his tone revealing surprise.
"Yes, you learn very quickly," Sakura smiled, her eyes full of admiration.
After the study, they patrolled around the shrine together. Sakura showed Night Fox every corner of the shrine, explaining the special meanings and history of each place. Night Fox showed strong interest in every detail, with occasional flashes of respect and awe in his eyes.
Suddenly, Sakura stopped and pointed to a small path in the distance among the trees, saying, "We need to go check out that forest over there. I sense some unusual energy there."
Night Fox nodded, and the two quickly walked towards the forest. The light in the woods was dim, and the leaves swayed gently in the breeze, making a rustling sound, creating a mysterious and slightly tense atmosphere.
They had just entered the woods when they felt a cold wind blowing from up ahead, carrying an ominous feeling. Sakura's steps became more cautious, her hand lightly resting on the ceremonial knife at her waist.
"There's something here," Night Fox said in a low voice, his tone revealing alertness.
They continued to move forward, when suddenly, a shadow flashed out from behind the trees and rushed towards them. Night Fox quickly stepped in front of Little Sakura, gripping the long sword in hand. But they soon realized that the newcomer was not an enemy, but a wounded forest spirit fox.
Little Sakura immediately let down her guard and crouched down to examine the spirit fox's injuries. Night Fox remained vigilant, scanning the surroundings for potential threats.
"It's been seriously injured and needs treatment," said Sakura, her voice filled with concern.
"Let me handle it," Night Fox said, casting a simple healing spell. A glow emanated from his palm and slowly shone onto spirit fox's wound, which began to heal gradually.
After some treatment, spirit fox's condition has clearly improved. It shakes its tail, seemingly expressing gratitude to Sakura and Night Fox.
"It seems like our days won't be too peaceful," Sakura said softly, watching spirit fox gradually move away.
"Anyway, as long as we're together, there's nothing we can't face," Night Fox replied, his voice firm and full of confidence.
Their eyes met, each shining with an unyielding light. Whatever challenges the future may bring, they were ready to face them together. Sakura tightened her grip on Night Fox's hand as they walked back to the shrine.
As they slowly walked back to the shrine, Sakura pointed to the side grassland, planning the next steps. "Night Fox, can you help me move those flower pots over here? I want to plant some new flowers and plants in this area."
Night Fox nodded and walked towards the small house where the flower pots were stored. Although he often displayed agility and strength in battle, he seemed a bit clumsy in these everyday tasks. When he tried to pick up three flower pots at once, he accidentally let one slip from his hand, making a crisp collision sound.
"Oops!" he sighed softly, bending down to pick up the flower pot, a hint of embarrassment showing on his face.
Upon hearing the sound, Sakura turned her head and laughed, saying, "Night Fox, no need to rush. Take your time, just grab one at a time."
Night Fox smiled awkwardly, adjusted his approach, and carefully moved the flower pots one by one. He walked back to Sakura's side, placed the flower pots down, and softly said, "Thank you, Sakura. I still have a lot to learn about the human world."
Sakura waved her hand, her face filled with an encouraging expression. "It's okay, Night Fox. Learn a little every day, take it slow."
Next, Night Fox helped Little Sakura dig and plant new flowers and grass. He tried to imitate the way Little Sakura dug, and his first attempt really made him dig too deep. Little Sakura couldn't help but laugh softly, " Night Fox, you've dug a hole deep enough to bury a treasure!"
Hearing this, Night Fox also laughed and stopped to adjust his strength, digging more moderately this time. He looked at Little Sakura with enthusiasm for learning, "Is this better this time?"
"Um, this time is pretty good," Sakura nodded as she taught him how to put plants into the soil and explained the growth habits of the plants.
As they worked together, Night Fox gradually became accustomed to these daily gestures and movements. Sakura also enjoyed teaching Night Fox these simple life skills. The two of them became more and more in sync, and even started joking with each other.
As the work neared its end, Sakura pointed to the flowers they had just planted and said, "Look, this is our achievement. These flowers will bloom beautifully in the future."
Night Fox stood up, brushed the dirt off his hands, and proudly said, "This is our collective effort. I will be very happy to see them bloom."
As the sky gradually darkened, they packed up their tools and prepared to return to the house. Sakura led the way, with Night Fox following behind. Glancing back at the tidy courtyard, a sense of pride involuntarily rose in their hearts.
At dusk, as the last rays of sunlight slowly disappeared beyond the horizon, the scene of Sakura and Night Fox preparing dinner together in the shrine's kitchen was particularly warm. The kitchen was filled with the gentle light, the sound of insects from outside, and the distant rustling of leaves in the evening breeze, adding a sense of tranquility and harmony.
Sakura is wearing a simple home outfit, her hair casually tied up in a high ponytail. She stands in front of the kitchen counter, holding a knife and skillfully cutting vegetables. Night Fox stands beside her, holding a bunch of washed greens, watching Sakura's every move with a look of concentration and a desire to learn.
Sakura notices Night Fox's gaze and smiles, saying, "Cutting vegetables also requires technique. You see, you have to cut along the fibers of the vegetables like this. It makes cooking easier and improves the texture." She gracefully wields the knife, making precise and accurate cuts.
Night Fox listened attentively, nodded to show understanding, and then clumsily imitated Sakura's movements to cut a few pieces of vegetables. He smiled somewhat sheepishly and said, "Is this the right way to do it? I feel like my technique isn't smooth enough."
Sakura set down her knife, walked over, and gently adjusted Night Fox's grip on the knife. "Not bad, but adjust the angle slightly and try to relax a bit, don't use too much force," she said softly, full of encouragement.
With Sakura's guidance, Night Fox gradually found his rhythm and became more adept at cutting vegetables. He looked at Sakura gratefully and said, "Thank you, Sakura. I never thought that learning to cook could be so much fun."
Sakura smiled and shook her head, responding, "Everything we do, as long as we approach it with a heartfelt attitude, can be enjoyable. Just like when you taught me spells, it seemed complex at first, but upon closer examination, I could feel the deep wisdom and beauty within."
They continued to be busy, Night Fox tried to adjust the seasoning carefully, making sure not to make the flavor too strong. Sakura observed from the side, and when she saw that he was almost done, she reminded him, "It's good now, just right. Too much seasoning makes it too strong, and too little won't bring out the flavor."
When dinner was ready, the two sat down to enjoy it together. Night Fox tasted the dish Sakura made and praised, "Sakura, this is really delicious. You have to teach me how to cook better."
Sakura nodded with a smile, "Of course, Night Fox. We can practice cooking together and make you a chef too."
In the evening, in such a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, they discussed their future plans. Night Fox was full of interest and anticipation for learning life skills in the human world. Sakura, on the other hand, enjoyed spending every day with Night Fox.
Comment 0 Comment Count