Nine Tailed Fox and The Dragon (joongdunk fanfic)

A Chance Encounter

Dunk: "No, it's okay. I should take my leave."

Joong: "Hey, wait. I... I want to apologize for my actions just now. I mistook you for someone else. You look exactly like him."

Dunk: "It's all right."

Joong smiled warmly, relieved by Dunk's understanding.

Joong: "Let's start again, shall we? Hi, my name is Joong, the crown prince of the Dragon Clan."

Dunk returned the smile, extending his hand in greeting.

Dunk: "Hi, my name is Dunk, fifth prince of the Fox Clan."

Joong: "I heard that you are quite the warrior."

Dunk chuckled modestly, feeling a bit embarrassed by the praise.

Dunk: "Well, I try my best."

Their conversation flowed easily, and for a brief moment, Dunk forgot about the responsibilities waiting for him back in the Fox Clan. However, their interaction was interrupted when Pond came looking for Joong.

Pond: "Your highness, the King is looking for you."

Joong sighed, realizing he had to return to his duties.

Joong: "I have to go. It was nice meeting you, Dunk."

Dunk nodded in understanding, bidding farewell to Joong before heading back to join his family at the banquet.

As Dunk made his way back, he couldn't shake off the strange encounter with Joong. There was something about the crown prince that intrigued him, something he couldn't quite put his finger on.

After the banquet had ended, Joong decided to take a moment of respite in his secret base in the mortal realm. However, he couldn't find Pond anywhere in the vicinity.

Concerned, Joong decided to visit the base himself. With a swift cast of power, Joong materialized at the entrance of the base. As he approached, he spotted Pond and Phuwin embracing under a tree.

Joong's brow furrowed in confusion as he watched the scene unfold before him. Pond and Phuwin seemed lost in a deep conversation, their expressions wrought with emotion. Clearing his throat to announce his presence, Joong stepped closer, catching Pond and Phuwin off guard.

Joong: Well, what do we have here? A secret rendezvous under the tree, huh?

Pond: Oh, it's not what you think, Joong. Phuwin and I were just... um...

Joong: Just what? Hugging like old pals? Or plotting to overthrow the Dragon Clan?

Pond: Ha! Very funny, Joong. As if we'd ever dream of overthrowing your illustrious kingdom.

Joong: Mmm, I suppose I'll let you off the hook this time. But remember, I've got my eye on you two.

Phuwin: Um, perhaps I should... uh, leave you guys to your... discussion.

Joong: Nonsense, Phuwin. You're as much a part of this as Pond here. Stay.

Pond: So, what's on your mind, Joong?

Joong: Pond, did you see him at the banquet just now? I want to know how you feel.

Pond: Well, to be honest, I was quite skeptical when you told me you saw him.

Joong: Yeah, I mistook him for Daonuea for a moment, but his demeanor was oddly familiar.

Pond placed a comforting hand on Joong's shoulder, sensing his friend's turmoil.

Pond: Take it easy, my friend.

Feeling overwhelmed, Joong took a deep breath and lay back on the soft grass, staring up at the starry sky.

Meanwhile, Phuwin overheard their conversation, his curiosity piqued by their cryptic discussion.

Pond leaned in close to Phuwin's ear, whispering an explanation of the situation.

Phuwin's eyes widened in surprise, but before he could voice his questions, Pond signaled to him that now was not the best time to discuss further.