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The kitsune looked around at the gathered group and the new arrivals, bowing to everyone in turn.

[color=f7941d]"My name is Kobayashi Kaede... I am, or was, a merchant in a forest village. I will be glad to help explore this place with you all."[/color]

[color=f7941d][i]Thank goodness... everyone seems friendly, at least so far.[/i][/color]

But despite the warm welcome, something seemed off. Kaede couldn't quite place it,, until she noticed several people glancing toward the top of her head. A quick scratch at her head confirmed her fears.

[color=f7941d][i]Oh, no... I forgot to hide my ears! And my tail! Everyone can see I'm... Not that out of place, actually. I suppose there's no point in passing for human when they seem to be a minority.[/i][/color]

[color=f7941d]"So, there are a number of us here now. Should we split into groups and begin our exploration?"[/color]