Nine Tailed Fox and The Dragon (joongdunk fanfic)

Lanterns and Secret Base

They walked back through the lantern-lit streets, each step echoing the newfound connection between them. The festival may have ended, but the memories they created would light their hearts for a long time to come.

Joong: "All right, Fifth Prince, we have seen enough for today. Let's go."

Dunk's face fell slightly, and he tugged on Joong's hand with a pleading look.

Dunk: "That fast? Can't we hang out a little longer, please?"

He looked at Joong with puppy eyes, hoping to sway him. Joong reached out and lightly brushed the tip of Dunk's nose with his finger.

Joong: "How about this? I bring you to my secret base?"

Dunk's eyes filled with excitement.

Dunk: "Where's that? Can we go now?"

Joong smiled and took Dunk's hand. In a heartbeat, they disappeared from the crowded village. 

Joong looked around to make sure no one was watching before casting his power. With a blink, they both now stood at Joong's secret base.

The base was nestled in a hidden glade, surrounded by ancient trees whose branches formed a natural canopy overhead. A small, crystal-clear stream flowed through the area, reflecting the moonlight and casting a magical glow around them. In the center of the glade was a large, flat rock, perfect for sitting and watching the stars.

Dunk looked around in awe, his eyes wide with wonder. Joong looked at Dunk's face and felt his heart skip a beat.

Dunk: "Wow, Joong, this place is incredible!"

Joong: "I come here when I need to escape the pressures of the palace. It's peaceful and secluded."

Dunk: "Can I run around?"

Joong smiled at Dunk's request.

Joong: "Of course, go on."

Dunk took a deep breath and transformed into his fox form, his nine tails fanning out gracefully behind him. He began hopping and running around the area with joyous abandon. Joong watched with amusement, captivated by Dunk's playful energy and the elegance of his movements.

Dunk's fox form moved gracefully through the glade, his fur shimmering in the moonlight. He leaped over rocks and dashed around the trees, his nine tails trailing behind him like a silken banner. Joong watched with a mixture of amusement and admiration, captivated by Dunk's playful energy and the natural beauty he exuded in his true form.

After a while, Dunk slowed down and trotted back to Joong, transforming back into his human form with a radiant smile on his face.

Dunk: "That was amazing! This place is perfect."

Joong chuckled softly, still mesmerized by the sight of Dunk's transformation.

Joong: "I'm glad you enjoyed it."

They both sat down on the flat rock again, side by side, the cool night air filled with the sounds of the forest. Dunk leaned back, gazing up at the stars twinkling above them.

Dunk: "You know, Joong, sometimes I forget how beautiful the world can be. Thank you for reminding me."

Joong felt a warmth spread through his chest at Dunk's words.

Joong: "You're welcome. Sometimes we all need a reminder."

They sat in comfortable silence for a while, simply enjoying the tranquility of the glade. The bond between them seemed to grow stronger with each passing moment, a silent understanding that they had found something special in each other's company.