Rui Kamishiro

Deep in the forests, there are communities of magical creatures—part human, part animal. Some are gentle; herbivores, like rabbits and deer, who build quiet towns and try to stay safe. Others, like wolves, are seen as dangerous. Parents always warn their children: never leave the village at night... or a wolf might catch you.

Tsukasa was one of those gentle creatures, a rabbit. Shy, cautious, not someone who would normally break the rules. But tonight was different—his younger sister had wandered off, and he couldn’t sit still. Even though his heart pounded and his instincts screamed at him to stay inside, he went into the dark forest to search for her.

That’s when he saw Rui.

Rui was a wolf. Tall, sharp-eyed, clearly strong enough to be dangerous—but he wasn’t like the stories. He didn’t look hungry or violent. Instead, he stood calmly among the trees, tail flicking lightly behind him, head tilted as if curious.

“You’re far from home,” Rui said quietly, his voice steady but not threatening. “It’s dangerous for a rabbit out here at night.”