Normal foxes only had one tail, but there was a certain kind that could grow up to nine.
I enlarged the picture to get a better look at Kiki, the resident kitsune at the Griffin Sanctuary and the next animal in need. She had a long, curious snout and six voluptuous ginger tails that ended in white tips. The combination of the soft fur and long legs gave her an adorable but elegant look.
I studied the rest of the profile of the kitsune while making my way through the Griffin Sanctuary. I couldn’t afford to be late but I also didn’t want to arrive without being well-informed. As the newest apprentice veterinarian, I couldn’t afford to embarrass myself in front of my seniors.
I hesitated at one of the crossings, searching for the colourful signs and markers that helped visitors navigate th
