21 Chapter 21 (2/2)

”While I am certainly able to make such Charms for you, it will take an hour or so for each one. how many do you need, two?”

”No, I would need four, how should I repay you for it?”

”Just keep stopping spirits from taking over the human world, and try not to let too many humans know about us. I can have the Charms ready by this evening, so what was the second thing you wanted to talk about?” Inuka asked, a self confident smirk slipping over her lips briefly.

”Well I need more clothes that are made to accommodate these” The Kitsune responded as she pulled her tails around to bring them into view. ”And was wondering if I can buy some in Kamimura, and who I might sell this to, so I can actually afford clothes.” She finished, revealing the naginata she had brought with her.

”Hm, if you don't mind not getting brand new clothes, I think I know a handful of spirits living in Kamimura that might be willing to sell you some of their older clothes” Came the prompt reply from the wolf eared spirit. ”As for the naginata, if you don't mind I would take it off your hands, I have been looking for something like it for a while now in case Yo-tsu sends someone after me. Although I do wonder why you won't keep it and use yourself.”

”Two reasons.” The Kitsune began her reply holding up a pair of fingers. ”One it would very awkward to try and conceal it if I want to have it with me at all times.” taking down one finger, she continues. ”And Two I am not confident I could use it adequately enough to keep myself save, let alone others around me.”

”If you say so.” Inuka replied as she took a small pouch full of coins from her belt.”This should be quite enough to get you a more fitting wardrobe.” the white haired spirit said as she handed it over to Laura before telling the duo of her acquaintances that might be willing to part with some clothes. Agreeing to meet back up in the clearing afterwards, Laura and Takeko began to make their way up the mountain.

All in all the trip into Kamimura was quite successful for Laura, not only did she get a quartet of new Yukatas that were still in quite decent shape and nice looking to boot, as well as a hakama she could wear during Kendo practice that was made to accommodate her tails.

As they reached the clearing again a few hours later, Inuka was sitting before a quartet of necklaces. Seeing the duo approach, she picked them up and rose to her feet before walking towards them.

”I see you were successful as well.” Came the greeting from the white haired spirit as she handed over the necklaces, revealing one to be quite a bit smaller than the others. ”As long as you wear one of these against your skin, no Magic should be able to harm you directly.”

”Thank you so much.” Laura said as she took them, putting one on herself immediately, before handing the smallest one to Takeko.

”Well shall I send you two back then so You can keep thwarting Yo-tsu's attempts to invade your world?” Inuka inquired with a smile on her lips.

”Yes please.” Laura responded, unable to stop herself from letting out a tired sigh.