Kitsune Travel Records

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Helicopter: Destination: Unknown

Those who were tired had started to rest, some like Raizo closing their eyes, while Mika had fallen asleep but Lucian, he just closed his eyes, his mind racing, focusing on the things he needed to know.

He asked a question, a question that Lucian desperately wants to be answered, the command that cut through the quiet like a thunderclap.

"Where are the kids?" he asked, his voice low, his eyes still closed, his expression unreadable.

He had a plan, a plan that required information and he intended to get it, no matter the cost.

Even Scarlett, who was flying the helicopter, couldn't help but focus on Lucian. She had seen what Lucian was capable of, his ruthlessness. She knew that he was dangerous but she also knew that he was capable of great compassion when he saved the kids making her wonder what was going through his mind.

Raizo opened his eyes, his gaze meeting Lucian's. "Someone took them. They attacked, making everyone fall asleep. None of them saw how they took them or who." Raizo's voice was soft, not wanting to fuel Lucian's already growing anger.

Raizo knew how much Lucian cared about those children. He had seen Lucian's determination and Lucian's willingness to risk everything to save them.

Satomi was looking at Lucian with worried eyes, observing his expression, waiting for any sign of a meltdown. She was his Alpha, she was meant to be his mentor and she wouldn't let him spiral out of control.

Noshiko's eyes glowed a vibrant purple, ready to intervene if he suddenly lost control of his temper. It was dangerous enough to be in the sky, let alone if they crashed because of Lucian's anger.

Different from what they thought, Lucian, despite his anger, was surprisingly calm.

Lucian remained still, his eyes closed, his breathing steady.

"Is that so?" Lucian didn't sound angry, just curious. He was gathering information, piecing together the puzzle.

"So tell me where the kids are?" He asked again, this time his tone was more insistent, his eyes still closed, his expression unreadable.

He was no longer asking, he was demanding an answer.

Noshiko's eyes stopped glowing, returning to their normal color but her gaze widened. She knew, she just knew. 'He knows who took them,' she thought, her mind racing. She couldn't figure out how he had figured it out, how he had deduced it so quickly.

She looked at Kim Yoo-ri, who was pretending to be asleep, her eyes closed, her expression serene. While the others just observe, not knowing what Lucian is talking about.

Lucian didn't hear any answer from Kim Yoo-ri, but her silence was enough. He knew. He had known all along.

He was starting to get angry. He could feel his anger almost taking over him, a wave of icy fury crashing over him.

'Looks like we're right. She took them.' He said, his voice cold, his words a whisper in his mind.

'Why would your mother take them...?' Cortana, his companion, his lover, was just as confused. She had never seen Lucian this angry, this determined.

She didn't understand. What his mother was planning. Why would she do this to him? Why would she take the children he cared about?

They had noticed the children were missing when he woke up. He had asked his first question, trying to figure out if the soldiers or the Arashikage clan had taken them but that was unlikely. He was still alive. They wouldn't have let go of the new Tōryō of the Ozunu clan.

He knew that. That only gave him one other possibility, his mother, the one who had a connection with Kim Yoo-ri.

He had asked his second question. And Kim Yoo-ri's silence had answered it. He knew he was right, Whatever reason it may be.

'I don't know what her reasons are or why she's doing this, but if she's planning against me, then...' Lucian stopped, his thoughts turning dark. Cortana could feel the killing intent rising within him.

'First, I'll force her to tell me. If I have to.' He thought, his gaze fixed on Kim Yoo-ri, the only lead he had on his mother, except for Jang Man Wol, who was probably still in Korea.

Kim Yoo-ri gulped. She felt it, too. The killing intent rushing towards her, a wave of icy fury. It was like a tide, an unstoppable force, threatening to engulf her.

She felt the weight of his anger, his pain, his grief. She had seen his vulnerability, his determination but she had never felt this raw, unbridled anger from him.

She opened her eyes, her irises turning a shimmering amber, a warning sign to those around her. She looked at Lucian, her eyes wide with wariness.

"Lucian, enough!" Satomi shouted, her voice sharp, her eyes momentarily flashing red. She was his Alpha, She couldn't let him lose control. Her shout was like a wave of calming energy to quell his fury.

Lucian took a deep breath, his anger momentarily quelled. But the rage was still there, simmering beneath the surface. He couldn't ignore it, couldn't push it down. He needed answers.

He needed to know why his mother had done this. He needed to know if the children were safe.

He disappeared into the soul space, his body becoming still, his eyes closed. He needed to vent his emotion to find a way to regain control. He knew he needed to stay calm. Knowing the sky wasn't the right place to get angry.

Noshiko raised a brow, seeing Lucian suddenly calm down. She couldn't help but feel a wave of confusion and doubt.

She had never seen a Kitsune as volatile, as dangerous. She was starting to question her earlier assessment. 'Maybe he's not just a Kitsune,' she thought. 'Maybe he's entirely something else.'

Talia tapped Satomi on the hand, her touch a gentle comfort. Satomi sighed, her gaze lingering on Lucian. 'Looks like he won't have a normal life until he knows the children are fine,' she thought, troubled by his anger and his determination.

The helicopter continued its journey towards the Arashikage Estate, the silence inside punctuated by the rhythmic whirring of the blades.

The air was thick with tension, with anticipation, with the weight of secrets. They were all waiting for the answers.

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Soul Space R-18

Cortana who was about to comfort Lucian to soothe his growing anger suddenly felt him going inside of the soul space as her eyes widened in shock and excitement that she hurriedly hide.

"You're not going anywhere." a gruff voice said from behind her. Cortana felt a hand grasp her golden hair, and before she could react, she was spun around to face Lucian, his silver eyes light with desire, his grip on her hair unyielding.

He yanked her closer, and for a brief moment, she felt a jolt of fear and surprised but then his mouth was on hers, demanding and urgent, and she realized with a start that this was no ordinary encounter.

He kissed her as if claiming her, as if he owned every inch of her being. She tried to resist, but her body seemed to have a mind of its own.

Her hands found their way around his neck, pulling him closer as she melted into the kiss, her mind swirling with confusion and arousal.

With surprising force, he broke the kiss and pushed her down to her knees, she felt the dark transparent against her soul through.

The world spun around her as she looked up at him, his eyes never leaving hers. "Open your mouth." he ordered, his voice low and gravelly. Despite her shock, she obeyed, feeling his cock press against her lips.

Her heart raced as she tentatively took him in her mouth, the taste of him sending a bolt of pleasure through her body. It had been just a while since she'd felt this kind of raw, primal desire, and she couldn't help but succumb to it.

He groaned above her, his hand fisting in her hair as he guided her movements, showing her exactly what he liked.

Cortana felt a strange mix of fear and excitement as she sucked him, her cheeks hollowing with each bob of her head. He was so much larger than she was used to, and his dominance over her was intoxicating.

She could feel his cock growing harder in her mouth, his hips moving to meet her eager sucks and licks. The sound of his breathing grew heavier, and she knew he was close.

Suddenly, he pulled out of her mouth and came, the hot spurts of his silver cum painting her face. She looked up at him, feeling the warmth trickle down her cheeks, a sense of pride swelling in her chest despite.

He was in control, and she was his to use. He reached down and wiped a glob of silver cum from her cheek, smearing it across her lips before pushing his cock back in, his taste now mixed with her own. "Show me." he said, his voice thick with lust.

Cortana opened her mouth, the musky energy of his release coating her tongue. She looked up at him, her eyes glazed over with a mix of submission and arousal.

She felt a strange thrill at the sight of him watching her so intently, his chest heaving from his exertion. His grip on her hair tightened, and she knew she'd pleased him. He was still rock hard, and she took him back in, eager to taste more.

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Arashikage Clan

"Do you know that woman?" General Hawk asked, his gaze sharp, his voice laced with suspicion. He already had some information about Kim Yoo-ri, a newcomer who had appeared seemingly out of thin air.

He looked at Sen, expecting an answer but she remained silent.

Sen didn't agree or disagree, simply keeping her gaze fixed on the descending helicopter. She had always been careful with her words, never revealing more than she had to.

She was a master of intrigue, a player in a game of power and deception.

General Hawk took a breath, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized Sen's every movement, trying to decipher her thoughts.

"As comrades, and according to our agreement, Lady Sen, I need you to ask, Do you know where the Ozunu clan is?" He pressed, his voice firm. He wanted to know if she was hiding something.

Sen just turned towards him, her gaze meeting his, a flicker of amusement in her eyes. "I do not." She said slowly, her voice calm, her words measured.

She then turned towards the landing helicopter, her attention shifting towards Noshiko and Satomi, who were getting out. "If you still have questions, General, you better ask her yourself."

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Lucian, now calm, observed the surroundings as he got out of the helicopter his enhanced senses became much more stronger after becoming Kitsune and an Elf.

He could hear the heartbeat of every ninja in the Arashikage clan, feel their presence, and their location.

His mind, however, couldn't help but focus on the large gathering of Arashikage ninjas.

'What is that,' he thought, his eyes narrowing. 'Is that energy good for you?' He asked Cortana, as he felt something was there that was a pure energy even the walls of Arashikage Clan couldn't stop it completely.

His gaze fixed on the source direction of that immense power, he was ready to move, He was willing to do anything for Cortana. Anything.

'It depends, maybe it will help. But don't try stealing it. It's no use to us now without knowing the Golden Tree Location,' Cortana said, a hint of concern in her voice.

She knew how far Lucian would go for her, how much he cared about her well-being. Although she was happy that he would do anything for her, she can't make him take that risk.

Lucian just continued to walk forward, Kim Yoo-ri trailing behind him.

He followed Satomi, his gaze fixed on the woman ahead. He saw her stop in front of another woman. This woman was tall and elegant, her features sharp and defined.

"You must be the new Tōryō of the Ozunu clan, Tōryō of the Arashikage clan, Sen Arashikage." Sen held out her hand towards Lucian, a gesture that wasn't the proper etiquette but it showed her eagerness.

"Lucian Ozunu, Tōryō of the Ozunu clan." Lucian said with a serious expression, shaking her hand slightly before letting go. He was still wary, still uncertain about the Arashikage clan.

Sen observed Lucian's face. "You changed a lot in one day," she said, her voice a mixture of curiosity and admiration.

Lucian's features had changed so much, even with illusion. His height had gotten taller.

"Yes, after all, a Wolf's bite can do that to you." Lucian simply said, attributing his changes to the Wolf's bite was the easiest explanation.

"I didn't know a Wolf's bite could do that much." General Hawk intervened, putting his hand out towards Lucian. "General Hawk, G.I Joe Commanding officer."

Lucian shook his hand, looking at General Hawk with a raised brow. He knew who this man was.

He had seen him in movies, General Hawk was a powerful man, a man who was more than just a military leader but this time Lucian couldn't help but notice that there was something more to him, something the General wasn't revealing.

"Son, if you need help finding your clan members, we can help you." General Hawk said, smiling. He knew that Lucian had a soft spot for the children. He was trying to connect with him, trying to gain his trust.

"Oh," Lucian raised a brow, his gaze fixed on General Hawk. "Is that so? So you can finish them off as well?" His tone was sarcastic, his words laced with distrust.

He wasn't fooled by General Hawk's charm. He knew there was more to this man than what he was letting on.

"Ahem, ahem." A coughing sound came from behind Lucian. Scarlett walked past him, her gaze meeting General Hawk's. She looked at him with teasing eyes, holding back a laugh.

She always had a feeling that this was going to be an interesting encounter. She turned towards Lucian with a smile. 'I like this kid,' she thought in amusement. 'He had a sharp wit, a quick mind, and a dangerous aura.' She was intrigued.

General Hawk's smile twitched. He looked at Scarlett before turning back to Lucian. 'Looks like this kid knows how to hold a grudge,' he thought. He had a feeling that he was going to have to be careful with Lucian. This wasn't just a boy who had lost his clan members. This was a Tōryō who ripped a man's head with his bare hands.

General Hawk focused on Kim Yoo-ri, trying to gain more information about her.

"And this is?" He asked, wanting to know more about her. He had heard Scarlett report about a mysterious woman who maybe connected to those who took the Ozunu clan but he had no idea who she was or what her role was.

Kim Yoo-ri just took a look at General Hawk, her expression impassive. She didn't care about any of them. She was here because Areum had ordered her to be here. She was following Lucian, observing him, protecting if needed. But she had to admit, she couldn't help but find him a bit attractive.

Silence can be hard, especially when you're surrounded by people who are all keeping secrets. Lucian didn't talk. He looked at Kim Yoo-ri, with a piercing gaze. He had a feeling that she was hiding something, that she knew more than she was letting on.

He didn't know anything about her except for the stories he had heard in Korean dramas, stories that seemed to be vastly different from the reality of the situation.

General Hawk's brows furrowed, his lips twitching. He was used to being in control, being respected. But here he was, being ignored, his questions unanswered. He wasn't used to being brushed aside.

Sen rolled her eyes towards him, a sign of her impatience. She took a look at Satomi, Noshiko, and Talia, who were all exhausted. She could see the weariness in their eyes. She also saw Raizo, who was walking towards them with Deaton and a yawning Mika.

"Let's discuss this tomorrow, shall we?" Sen said to General Hawk, her voice was smooth, but her words were a dismissal.

General Hawk nodded, understanding that he had overstepped his boundaries. He had been too eager to get answers, too quick to make assumptions.

She turned towards Lucian, treating him like a real Tōryō, a true leader, despite the fact that he was still a young kid.

Lucian just nodded in agreement. He still had questions, still needed answers, that's why he followed Satomi and the other back here so he can ask them more clearly.

"Looks like you all haven't rested well. The clan has already prepared your rooms." Sen said, leading them into the Arashikage clan. She had already arranged for their accommodation. She knew they would need a place to rest to recover.

"Your food will be delivered to your room, or you can ask Akiko where the dining room is." Sen continued to lead them, her gaze always lingering on Lucian. She was intrigued by him.

She had a feeling that he was going to be a powerful force in the world. 'A person worth investing in,' she thought thinking of the decision she made and the deal with General Hawk.

As they got closer to their rooms, Sen called out to Lucian. "I hope Lord Ozunu has an enjoyable time in the Arashikage clan." She smiled softly towards him.

Lucian frowned, knowing she was playing a game. He couldn't help but feel wary, suspicious. He knew she was planning something. But he didn't have time to deal with it now. He had more pressing matters to attend to. So he just nodded towards Sen.

Seeing Lucian nod but not answering, Sen just continued speaking with a smile on her face.

"The Arashikage Clan will be honored to let you stay, no matter how long you want." Sen said, with a sincere smile on her face. But beneath that warm facade, her mind was racing. She wanted Lucian to feel welcomed, to feel a sense of belonging. She craved a stronger alliance, a bond between their clans.

'Although he can't join,' Sen thought, her gaze lingering on Lucian, 'he can still have more good feelings with the Arashikage clan if he stayed here,' She hoped that by offering him a safe haven, she could soften his resistance, win his trust.

She had agreed with General Hawk that they could try to influence Lucian, to teach him, to make him a more willing ally unlike the past Ozunu Clan Lucian had a future.

But as she observed him, she felt a growing unease. But she couldn't ignore the risks, the potential danger that came with the Ozunu clan's backing. She couldn't gamble with the lives of her clan. She couldn't control him, couldn't force him to bend to her will.

Sen glanced at Kim Yoo-ri, a subtle question in her eyes. 'Although she might not be the one that took them, she for sure knows who took them,' she thought. Kim Yoo-ri was a mystery, a wildcard.

Sen couldn't decipher her intentions, couldn't determine if she was a friend or foe. She knew that Kim Yoo-ri held valuable information, information that could potentially unravel this entire situation but she couldn't force her hand.

That's why, for now, Sen was treating Lucian like a real Tōryō, a true leader, despite the fact that he was still a kid. It was a subtle way of investing, of planting seeds of goodwill. 'Maybe even letting him stay if Noshiko and the others didn't take him back,' Sen thought as she led them through the Arashikage clan.

They passed a group of young Arashikage ninjas training with Hard Master. Storm Shadow and Jinx, two of the clan's heir and formidable warriors, stood watching from the sidelines. Their gazes fell upon Lucian.

'He's fine. Already fine, and he's gotten stronger,' Storm Shadow thought in surprise. He knew his grandmother's intentions. Of her wanting to have an alliance with the Ozunu Clan.

Jinx, different from her cousin, was more focused on Lucian's appearance. 'Is he that handsome before?' she thought. She had seen Lucian's face before, even covered in blood, but now, with his features changed, she couldn't help but feel intrigued.

When they finally reached the room door, Sen turned, looking at them, her gaze lingering on Lucian. "I shall see you in the morning, Lord Ozunu," she said, bowing slightly. She then nodded towards Noshiko.

Sen looked at General Hawk, signaling for him and Scarlett to follow. Scarlett the observer noticed Mika's hesitation.

The young woman kept looking back and forth between Raizo and Scarlett, before finally deciding to follow Scarlett.

She seemed to think Scarlett was more normal, she was more fitting for the group there.

Lucian, with a dark expression, reached for the sliding door, ready to get to his answers. But before he could open it, a hand grabbed his arm, stopping him in place.

Lucian looked at Noshiko, who was holding him back.

"Wait." Noshiko said. Her gaze followed General Hawk and Scarlett as they moved further away. She then let go of Lucian's arm, her expression serious.

Lucian frowned. He was impatient, but he trusted Noshiko. He opened the door. And then a kid ran past him, rushing towards Noshiko.

"Mom!"

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