Seeing Python slither toward it again with murderous intent, Little Fox let out a shriek and ran back to Sukuna.
Sukuna opened his eyes and watched speechlessly as Little Fox darted behind him, tucked its little head behind his back, and trembled.
He casually sent out a burst of Cursed Energy, knocking Python into the distance. An invisible Dismantle swept past, slicing off Python's head-
Mm, perfect. Dinner was sorted.
He could teach Uraume to make snake soup later. It was about time Uraume learned a new dish.
As for Little Fox...
Heh.
It had better stay put by his side.
Sukuna reached behind himself, picked up the fox hiding there, and settled it in his lap, holding it as he went back to resting.
What would this little fox do without him looking after it?
With that thought, he tucked the fox closer without a shred of guilt.
And so, when Uraume woke up, the sight that greeted them was a little fox that had struggled for ages, only to be petted into a puddle all over again.
Trapped in Sukuna's arms, Little Fox looked tearfully at Uraume and strained to stretch out a tiny paw-
Uraume! Save me!-
Let me out already-!
Uraume: "..."
Uraume silently took a step back.
Since the one holding you was the Young Master, well...
It was best to pretend not to have seen anything and go prepare that snake. Perhaps Little Fox could get an extra helping?
Little Fox: ...
Aaaah, I don't want snake meat-
Two hours later, Little Fox was hugging a huge chunk of snake meat and gnawing away, its muzzle glistening with grease and its delight impossible to hide.
Waaah... this was delicious!!
Don't stop, Uraume! This fox could eat another piece!
Having stuffed itself, Little Fox