Cosmic Fables: A Princess Odyssey

10. Eclipse of Deception and The Nine Tailed Fox

Ira had reached her breaking point. She had endured Tara's incessant chatter for too long, but when Tara mentioned "her," a surge of anger coursed through Ira. She had vowed to protect this group of friends at all costs, and she wouldn't let her efforts go to waste.

As Ira reflected on how they had ended up on this foreign planet, it became clear that Tara was the one who had abducted them from Earth and left them to become prey for those terrifying creatures, Vions. Without Ira's intervention, in facing down those creatures—they would have met a grisly fate.

It was sheer luck that Ira stumbled upon an old spaceship and, managed to repair it.

But, those Vions and also the wolves were, under the sway of some dark enchantment, and it was evident that Tara was involved.

But Ira couldn't fathom why Tara wanted them dead. What was her purpose here, and who was pulling the strings behind this nefarious plot? Ira knew Tara well enough to understand that she couldn't have orchestrated this alone, she wasn't that capable.

Ira pondered these mysteries, determined to uncover the truth.

But for now, it was time to reveal herself, even if it meant shattering their trusts. It was a necessary step; it was time to exact revenge.

No more hiding—now, it was time to strike.

With a commanding voice that resonated with immense power, Ira declared, compelling everyone to bow before her majestic presence. "You sought my presence, and now I stand before you."

The seven of them had known each other for a long time, but in that moment, they witnessed one of their own transform into something that resembled their abductor.

Standing gracefully in front of them was a fox but different than what they had seen on Earth, this ethereal being boasted a snow-white fur that shimmered like moonlight, with a subtle iridescence that gave it an otherworldly glow. Each strand of its fur looked as soft as silk. Deep within its gaze were a pair of green emerald eyes.

The most striking feature of this divine creature was its nine long, luxurious tails, which elegantly trail behind it,looked to be imbued with an aura of pure magic.

It stood tall, almost six feet in height, and its piercing emerald eyes locked onto Tara, warning her of impending danger. They could hear angry growls emanating from the white fox as it sought revenge for the pain Tara had inflicted upon it.

Aashi's parents were on the verge of losing consciousness at the sight unfolding before them.

The other friends remained tied up, feeling a mix of confusion, astonishment, and a sense of betrayal from their friend. Above all, they were scared of what was about to happen.

They were still trying to process the fact that they had been abducted once again when they look witnessed their friend transforming into a legendary creature they had only heard about in stories: a nine-tailed fox. Never did they imagine that they would witness such a phenomenon.

With an evil smirk, Tara taunted, "Finally, Ira, you've shown yourself. I thought I would have to harm one of them to grab your attention. But I'm surprised that you were right in front of me, and I failed to recognize you."

In response, the white fox growled at Tara with a deep-seated hatred reflected in its emerald eyes. It positioned itself, ready to fight.

Tara transformed into her mythical form of a brown fox with five tails and golden eyes brimming with malevolent intentions.They both growled at each other declaring the start of their duel.