Pact

The air in the dormitory was calm and tranquil as Aiden carefully placed the Shadowolf pup onto the soft blanket. The pup's large, round eyes blinked curiously, taking in its new surroundings with cautious wonder. Its nose twitched as it sniffed the air, detecting the faint scent of unfamiliar scents mingling with Aiden's own.

Aiden sat down beside the pup, a sense of anticipation coursing through him. He extended his hand toward the pup, palm open and fingers relaxed, offering a gesture of friendship. The pup regarded his hand with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension, its ears perking up and swiveling toward Aiden as if assessing the situation.

With slow, deliberate movements, Aiden continued to hold his hand out, allowing the pup to approach on its own terms.After a few tentative sniffs, the pup's wariness seemed to ease, and it nuzzled against Aiden's hand with a small whine. Aiden's heart swelled with warmth, and a smile tugged at his lips.

"You're a brave one, aren't you?" Aiden whispered, his voice a soothing melody to the pup's ears.

In response, the pup emitted a soft yip, its tail wagging ever so slightly. It was a silent affirmation, a sign that a bond was beginning to form between them. Aiden's gaze met the pup's, and in that moment, it felt as if a silent understanding had passed between them.

As Aiden continued to interact with the pup, his [Divine Sense] surged to life once again. It was as if an invisible thread connected their souls, resonating with the potential of a deep and powerful connection. Aiden's heart quickened as he realized the significance of this moment.

The pup, too, seemed to sense the gravity of the situation. Its bright eyes locked onto Aiden's, and a sense of trust seemed to radiate from its very being. It was a fragile yet profound connection, one that held the promise of a partnership that could shape the course of their futures.

In a gesture of unwavering commitment, Aiden carefully extended his wrist over the pup, allowing a few drops of his own blood to fall onto the blanket. The pup watched intently, its curiosity piqued by the ritualistic act. Aiden's blood glistened in the soft light, a symbol of the bond he was willing to forge.

As the drops of blood touched the ground, a faint, otherworldly energy began to shimmer in the air. It was a testament to the ancient magic that coursed through their veins, binding them together in a pact that transcended the physical realm. Aiden's pulse quickened, his heart pounding in sync with the rhythm of the universe itself.

In the depths of their shared consciousness, a voice resonated—a voice that seemed to bridge the gap between Aiden and the pup.

[Do you wish to Bond with the Unnamed Shadowolf?]

The words echoed in both their minds, a question that held the weight of destiny. Aiden's resolve was unshakable, his answer a resounding affirmation that reverberated through their bond.

"Yes."

The energy in the room intensified, wrapping around them like a cocoon of enchantment. The pup's form seemed to shimmer momentarily, a testament to the mystical transformation taking place. Aiden felt a surge of warmth enveloping him, a sensation that reached deep into his soul.

When the energy finally receded, Aiden found himself looking into a pair of eyes that held a newfound depth—an awareness that transcended the boundaries of words. It was a bond forged not only in blood but in the shared understanding of two souls intertwining.

As if testing the waters of this newfound connection, the pup emitted a series of small yips, its tail wagging with an air of excitement. Aiden chuckled softly, his heart brimming with affection for his new companion.

"You're a part of my family now, Noctis," Aiden whispered, his words a promise that echoed through the chambers of their linked souls.

Noctis's response was a joyful yip, a resounding confirmation of their shared path ahead.

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Noctis POV

The world was so big and kinda scary for me, the little pup. I was born in a dark cave, and my mom, a strong Shadowolf, took care of me. But she got sick and left me all alone.

I remember the day my mom went away. It was like she disappeared, and I felt really sad. I called out to her, but she didn't come back. The cave got colder, and I got really scared.

I got hungry and went out of the cave. But outside was really big, and there were strange sounds everywhere. I tried to find food, but it was hard. I felt so weak and small.

Time went on, and I still missed my mom. I didn't know what to do. I was cold and hungry all the time. I wished my mom was with me.

Then one day, a person came. It was Aiden. He looked different from the other people. He held out his hand to me, like he wanted to be friends. I was scared, but his hand looked nice.

I went closer and sniffed his hand. It smelled different but good. I nuzzled it, and he was nice to me. His touch was warm, and his voice was like a nice song.

Aiden did something special. He put drops of his blood on a blanket. I didn't know what that meant, but it felt important. Magic happened, and I felt something strange. It was like we were becoming friends in a special way.

Then a voice talked in my head. It asked if I wanted to be friends with Aiden forever. I didn't understand all the words, but I knew it was important. Aiden said "Yes," and something amazing happened. It felt like our hearts were connected.

The magic made me feel warm, and I looked at Aiden. I barked a little, showing that I was happy. My tail wagged a lot too. I was Noctis now, and it felt good.

Aiden smiled, and I felt even happier. I didn't know what was gonna happen next, but I wasn't scared. I had Aiden, and that was enough for me.

I barked again, telling Aiden "thank you." He smiled, and I knew we were gonna be friends forever. The world was still big, but it didn't feel as scary. With Aiden, I was ready for anything.

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Noctis Gift:

[Celestial Pyroshroud] S-rank

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